Citrus Grove Elementary School

🍎KINDERGARTEN READY🍎 It’s only week two of summer, but the first day of school will be here before you know it! Have a child who will be 𝟓 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐥𝐝 on or before 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓? Get them registered for kindergarten today! Now's the perfect time to complete registration (for any new student!) so they are ready for day 1️⃣ on August 11, 2025. Register now, relax later: https://www.martinschools.org/page/online-registration #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

We are celebrating our 24-25 Record Black Belt musicians today! These students practiced for many hours outside of the classroom and played the increasingly difficult songs for Mrs. Combass with fluency, consistent tempo, and melody. The final belt is earned with a successful 🎼Ode to Joy🎵 performance. Congratulations to all of these hard-working Diamondbacks!

📚✨𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝!✨📚 Summer Learning is here—visit this CGE webpage for engaging ways to avoid the summer slide! 🛝 https://www.martinschools.org/o/cges/page/summer-learning-opportunities 🌟Track your reading with the CGE Graph-it Activity—see your progress grow as you dive into amazing books. The more you complete, the more prizes earned! One prize is a book vending machine token from the Education Foundation of Martin County (Diamondbacks currently in VPK-4th grade received this☀️ reading flyer with report cards.📖) 👏Extend the reading fun by participating in Barnes & Noble and local library programs, too. With summer reading options for all ages, participating in these opportunities is fun for the whole family! 🌟 Expand your learning with Classlink options. IXL and Varsity Tutors apps can enrich math, science, and more. There are even classes in coding and chess! ♟️💻 Summer camps, travel, family time, plus READING - That's a winning combination!.

📐MATH REVIEW MONDAY IS BACK! 📐 Let’s keep those math muscles flexing all summer long! 💪 Each week, we’re sharing new Math Review Monday practice problems for students of all ages across the Martin County School District. ⭐️ NEW THIS YEAR!! Stay extra sharp by completing two suggested summer skills per week for your grade level on IXL! New problems post every Monday—check out one of this week's 2nd grade challenges below: https://bit.ly/3toHO7R #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MathReviewMonday

🎒 One school year just wrapped, but we’re already pumped for the next one. Get a head start on prep with our 2025-2026 School Supply List 📚✏️ linked here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2252/cges/5709281/25-26_Student_Supply_List.pdf 🌟 Need a hand? Our awesome PTA is here to help! Skip the shopping hassle and grab a fully stocked School Supply Kit here: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/1178288?fbclid=IwY2xjawKpjStleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFRdjM5QXhhVGhMNGFFQmF2AR6tiRz0Z3y9pCw8_rW1fhMrePOgUlk2DXCJHY_X_X4LyLvzF9kHZWQ_quKzSg_aem_Vxu6Rwz9VLiNBL_VzS6hLQ No more wondering if you have the right supplies. Everything in the box is 100% teacher-approved, and guaranteed to be delivered on time! (Help us qualify for the 1st Day School Supplies 50 Kit Challenge! Order your kit by June 10th and we have a chance to win $2,500 worth of FREE School Supplies! )

Help our teacher earn an amazing honor: Vote for Mrs. Tammy Reinhart as TCPalm's Teacher of the Week! She was nominated by the family of former students who noted she is "smart, fun, energetic ... and gently pushes (students) to excel so that they are prepared to be successful." The poll closes at noon tomorrow- use this link to vote: https://poll.fm/15480711?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwKpfntleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHo5f90y0sKdG_noGAKLg3ppiENiwbu_9CT54L0yoNKNStX0y-Hj4hxsUn9Je_aem_PdJHx7fdNKE3X_R_-Q50mw

🧃☀️FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR STUDENTS🧃☀️ School may be out, but nutritious meals are still in! The Martin County School District will be serving free breakfast and lunch for all children 18 and under at select school sites starting Monday, June 2, 2025, with no income restrictions. Meal service dates and times will vary by location. Children must remain on location while they are eating their meals. Our Summer Feeding Bus is back as well! You can find the beautiful, bright bus serving lunch at St. Lucie Mobile Village and Booker Park in Indiantown starting Monday. 📍Find a meal site near you: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2240674 #ALLINMartin👊

🍎EARLY RELEASE & NO SCHOOL🍎 Reminder, Martin County families: we have Early Release today! There's no school on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. All District-operated schools and offices will be closed. View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars #ALLINMartin👊

🍎EARLY RELEASE & NO SCHOOL🍎 Reminder, Martin County families: we have Early Release on Friday, May 23, followed by no school on Monday, May 26! View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars #ALLINMartin👊

Classes will visit the Summer Send-Off Book Fair this week! Families can support student purchases by attending the class visit or our after-school hours on Tuesday. RSVP links and gift card purchases can be found here: https://www.martinschools.org/o/cges/page/book-fair Additionally, help our 2nd and 3rd graders learn about philanthropy. Dog food and treat donations will be accepted all week, and lemonade is on sale during recess this Tuesday!

Citrus Grove proudly celebrated two Sydney Young Golden Heart Award winners last week! Jayce Fulks and Ronan Triggs were honored for supporting and encouraging their siblings with disabilities. According to a 2022 WPTV interview, this recognition was started 19 years ago by Susan Burrows, a Challenger School principal. She wanted to celebrate the brothers and sisters of children with disabilities, who often sacrifice their own time and attention as they love and support their siblings and families. Parents and siblings, administrators, and classroom teachers are shown here beaming with pride for these two fine, young men. The Diamondback community applauds you, Jayce and Ronan!

🎙️ALL IN MARTIN: GET READY FOR SUMMER!🎙️ The school year may be winding down, but the latest episode of All In Martin is heating up! ☀️😎 In Episode 6 of our monthly podcast, we sit down with three teachers—Mrs. Vanessa Molina-Council (MCSD 24-25 Teacher of the Year from Citrus Grove Elementary School), Mrs. Rachel Smith (Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School's 25-26 Teacher of the Year), and Mrs. Samantha Pankhurst (MCSD's 24-25 High School Teacher of the Year from Jensen Beach High School)—to reflect on this school year and share tips to help students stay sharp over the summer. PLUS: Superintendent Michael Maine joins us to share his end-of-year message for students, families, and staff across the Martin County School District. ➡️ New episode drops May 15 on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts! Catch up on previous episodes: 🎧 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac 🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📣HELP US HELP YOU!📣 We know you want the best possible education for your child, and so do we! Help us help you and our students by taking a few minutes (literally only a few minutes!!) to fill out Martin County School District’s annual Satisfaction & Engagement Survey. HURRY! The deadline is May 9! This is for MCSD families of all grade levels. Tell us what’s working, what could be better, and what makes your kiddo excited (or not-so-excited) to go to school. Your feedback helps shape real improvements in our schools—like attendance, academics, and overall student outcomes. It’s short. It’s important. It’s anonymous. Take the survey now: https://bit.ly/3Egq9Ib We sincerely thank our families for partnering with us on our mission to provide excellent education for all students. #ALLINMartin👊

🎉CELEBRATING OUR TEACHER OF THE YEAR🎉 We're thrilled to see Citrus Grove Elementary School's Ms. Vanessa Molina-Council recognized by the Florida Department of Education! Always igniting academic excellence while fostering a supportive, engaging, and inclusive classroom, Ms. Molina-Council continues to make a remarkable impact on her students and school community. We couldn't be more proud to have her represent the Martin County School District as our Overall Teacher of the Year! Help us celebrate this incredible honor—congratulations, Ms. Molina-Council! 👏🎉 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📣WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!📣 Families of MCSD students in all grades: Take a few minutes to fill out Martin County School District’s annual Satisfaction & Engagement Survey! This important survey gathers feedback on five key indicators linked to better student outcomes, including attendance and academic growth. Your input will help shape school improvement goals across the District. The feedback received through these surveys is invaluable! MCSD is grateful to every stakeholder partnering with us on our mission to provide an excellent education for all students. Take the survey now: https://bit.ly/3Egq9Ib #ALLINMartin👊

⏰🍎TIME TO REGISTER⏰🍎 Registration for the summer Extended Day programs at the Martin County School District is OPEN! ☀️🎉 Extended Day summer programs are open to all students who will be enrolled in grades K-5 at a District-operated school next year. Programs will be held Monday - Friday beginning June 2 and running through July 25. Registration will be held online through FOCUS. View the activity calendars, learn more info and register online: https://www.martinschools.org/page/extended-day #ALLINMartin👊

⛵️WHAT FLOATS YOUR BOAT?⛵️ Ready to build, race, and make a splash? The MCSD Elementary Cardboard Boat Race is back!! 🎉⛵️ The Elementary Cardboard Boat Race will be held on Saturday, May 17 at Sailfish Splash. Students and families: put your creativity and teamwork to the test– design boats out of cardboard to see who can float, race, and survive the splash zone. 🗓 Saturday, May 17 🕘 9:00–11:00 a.m. 📍 Sailfish Splash Guidelines & Info: ​https://bit.ly/440d2Fu Want to join the fun? Reach out to your school for more info on how to participate. We can’t wait to see the unique creations! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎉CELEBRATING ACADEMIC SUCCESS🎉 The board room was full Tuesday night as Superintendent Michael Maine and our School Board honored the amazing achievements of our Odyssey of the Mind teams who advanced to State after an incredible showing at the Palms Regional Competition! Superintendent Maine was also surprised with the prestigious Omer Award, recognizing his leadership and support for Odyssey of the Mind across our District. Out of 8 counties, Martin County leads the way in championing this powerful academic program! Odyssey of the Mind teaches students essential life skills like collaboration, budgeting, time management, public speaking, and creative thinking. It’s where future leaders are made! Congratulations again to the following teams that went to States: 🏆 Jensen Beach Elementary School 🏆 Citrus Grove Elementary School 🏆 Indiantown Middle School 🏆 Warfield Elementary School 🏆 Palm City Elementary School - placed 4th at the state competition! 🏆 Hobe Sound Elementary School Read how each school placed at the Regional Competition here: https://bit.ly/4hUr7bw #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📢MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD📢 The Martin County School District’s annual Satisfaction & Engagement Survey IS NOW OPEN for families of students in ALL grade levels. This important survey gathers feedback on five key indicators linked to better student outcomes, including attendance and academic growth. Your input will help shape school improvement goals across the District. The feedback received through these surveys is invaluable! MCSD is grateful to every stakeholder partnering with us on our mission to provide an excellent education for all students. Take the survey now: https://bit.ly/3Egq9Ib #ALLINMartin👊

🎙️ALL IN MARTIN🎙️ A new episode of 𝑨𝒍𝒍 𝑰𝒏 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒏 is almost here! Episode 5 airs tomorrow, April 15—and we’re talking all about middle school! What's it really like having a student in middle school? Moms from across the District share their honest take: the transition from 5th to 6th grade, the support systems available and how their children are growing, thriving, and finding their place. All active in their local PTA, they also talk about why being involved makes a big difference. Tune in on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! Links below. 🎧 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac 🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥