Citrus Grove Elementary School

🌟 Happy National Custodian Day! 🌟
Today, we celebrate and thank our incredible custodial crew who keep our school shining bright every single day. ✨ From early mornings to late evenings, they work behind the scenes to ensure our students and staff have a safe, clean, and welcoming place to learn and grow.
Our custodians are more than just caretakers of the building—they’re part of our school family. 💙 Whether it’s setting up for events, helping in a pinch, or keeping everything running smoothly, their hard work and dedication never go unnoticed.
💐 A huge THANK YOU to our custodial team for all you do. We appreciate you more than words can say!

🎉CELEBRATING OUTSTANDING LEADERS🎉

It's officially National Principals Month, and we couldn't be more excited to give a well-deserved shoutout to these school leaders!

Their vision and dedication fuel student success and support teachers in delivering exceptional learning experiences. With their leadership, our A-rated District continues to set the standard for excellence. Join us in celebrating each of our remarkable principals by leaving your message of gratitude in the comments!

🍎Melissa Eversdyke, Adult Education
🍎Elizabeth Atkinson, Bessey Creek Elementary School
🍎Rose Rynca, Citrus Grove Elementary School
🍎Brenda Watkins, Crystal Lake Elementary School
🍎Dana Pallaria, Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School
🍎Sarah Tuthill, Felix A. Williams Elementary
🍎Christopher Forte, Hidden Oaks Middle School
🍎Trisha Elliott, Hobe Sound Elementary School
🍎Melora Norman, Indiantown Middle School
🍎Greg Bottari, J.D. Parker Elementary School
🍎Cristina Smith, Jensen Beach Elementary School
🍎Lori Vogel, Jensen Beach High School
🍎Janice Cizek (Interim), Martin County High School
🍎Tiffany Roth, Murray Middle School
🍎Lauren Rabener, Palm City Elementary School
🍎Susanna Deutsch, The Pinewood Elementary
🍎David Shaffer, Port Salerno Elementary School
🍎 Gary Sparks, Riverbend Academy
🍎Jennifer Michels, SeaWind Elementary
🍎Jaime Thompson, South Fork High School
🍎Mercedes Thurston (Assistant Principal serving as Principal), Spectrum Academy
🍎Dr. Chris Jones, Stuart Middle School
🍎Adelle Sumner, Warfield Elementary School
🍎Deb Stull, Willoughby Learning Center
🍎Angie Gilbride, Martin County PreK Programs

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

📆NO SCHOOL TOMORROW📆

Reminder: Tomorrow, Thursday, October 2, is a non-school day.

View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars

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🌊🐢💎EXPLORE A LOCAL GEM💎🐢🌊

Visit our one-of-a-kind Environmental Studies Center for its Open House on Saturday, October 11, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.!

Come explore the gem of Martin County and enjoy:
💎 Creative art projects
💎 Delicious food & fun games
💎 Self-guided tours
💎 Meet-and-greet with Joey the Alligator
💎 Student Entrepreneur Fair featuring local creativity and businesses
💎 One last chance to say goodbye to Saylor the Sea Turtle before her release 🐢

Bring the whole family for a day of fun, learning, and exploration! See for yourself why this place truly is a gem. 💎🐢🌊

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📆NO SCHOOL NEXT THURSDAY📆

Mark your calendars (if you haven't already!): next Thursday, October 2, is a non-school day.

View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars

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🗓️NO SCHOOL TOMORROW🗓️

Friendly reminder, families: there is no school tomorrow, Tuesday, September 23.

View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🇺🇸🇺🇸 🅲🅾🅽🆂🆃🅸🆃🆄🆃🅸🅾🅽 🅳🅰🆈🇺🇸🇺🇸 We were pleased to have Stuart Attorney Kate Bradford on campus today! As General Counsel for Florida’s 19th Judicial Circuit, and proud parent of three Diamondbacks, she was the PERFECT person to share lessons about the Constitution with some of our students. 5th graders, who study American History, were mesmerized by the discussions about what America would be like without our founding document. Kindergartners learned about citizenship and rights and responsibilities. Thank you for adding to our understanding of civics, Mrs. Bradford! And… Shoutout to Mr. Cowles for attending and sharing MCSD pride with our guest.

Start with Hello Week begins Monday! Mrs. Branco has organized fun activities for each day to support making connections and creating a welcoming environment. Practice greeting others with a smile and sharing kind compliments all week, plus👕wear green👕 on Wednesday! 💚 #StartwithHelloWeek #SpreadKindness #unstoppableSchoolSpirit 🌟

🎉ACADEMIC GAMES ARE BACK🎉
It’s almost time for our 3rd–8th graders in the Martin County School District to showcase their skills in the Academic Games!

From math to language to social studies, these competitions challenge students to think critically, strategize, and display their unstoppable skills. Students can compete in the following games:
🟰Equations
🔤 LinguiSHTIK
🌎 Social Studies (Current Events, Presidents, and Norse Mythology)

Academic Games build the skills that prepare our students for the future while letting them represent their schools with pride...and they are also SUPER FUN!

➡️ Sign-ups are happening now! Learn more and sign up here: https://bit.ly/488gTCc

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🗓️EARLY RELEASE DAY WEDNESDAY🗓️

Reminder: Our first early release day of the school year is tomorrow, September 10! Students will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal.

View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars

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🤩FEEL GOOD FRIDAY VIBES🤩

Our Student Services team was on the move today, surprising schools with shoutouts that celebrate support, collaboration and student success! Whether it’s building strong attendance habits or stepping in with support, our leaders are showing what it means to go #ALLINMartin👊 and highlighting the unstoppable heart behind our A-rating.

Today's shoutouts go to Hidden Oaks Middle School, The Pinewood Elementary, Willoughby Learning Center, Port Salerno Elementary School and Citrus Grove Elementary School. Thank you for leading the way! 🌟

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🎉 Big News! 🎉
We are proud to share that our school has been recognized by the FLPBIS: MTSS Project as a 2024-2025 PBIS Model School!
PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) helps us create a positive, supportive school community where students and teachers can thrive. By teaching skills, celebrating positive choices, and using data to guide support, we’re building an environment where everyone succeeds.
Being named a PBIS Model School shows our commitment to helping every student and staff member shine.
💚#ProudCGEmoment🧡
#AratedSchoolofExcellence #positivelyunstoppable #WeareCitrus

📣📚 VPK ENROLLMENT IS OPEN 📚📣

Why choose anywhere else? Every Martin County School District Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten program was recently recognized by the State of Florida as meeting or exceeding expectations! 🌟

In our Martin County Pre-K Programs, learning feels like play, but every activity is designed to strengthen the skills your child needs for kindergarten success and lifelong learning.

✔️ Must be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2025
✔️ Reside in an eligible school attendance zone

It's not too late to enroll! Give your child a strong start and enroll today: https://bit.ly/3DQ2ihS

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📅LONG WEEKEND AHEAD!📅

Just a heads up—our first day off from school is already almost here! Schools and District offices will be CLOSED next Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.

View the full 25-26 calendar here: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎉Proud moment! 🏆Citrus Grove's Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program (VPK) earned an EXCELLENT rating from the Florida Department of Education! VPK providers were evaluated with an accountability system that was new in the 24-25 school year.

We earned this top rating by demonstrating quality of instruction, student achievement, and learning gains. Only 10 VPK programs in Martin County reached this rating level! Congratulations to our teachers, students, and families for earning this honor. #WeareCitrus #AratedschoolofExcellence #unstoppablevpKthrough5thandbeyond

🌊 FREE SWIM LESSONS AVAILABLE 🌊

Fall may be around the corner, but you know the Florida heat (and swim season) is here for a while.

Did you know the Florida Department of Health is offering vouchers for free swim lessons to income-eligible Florida families with children up to age 4?

➡️ Apply online BY SEPTEMBER 1: watersmartfl.com

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🍎NEW FOR ELEMENTARY FAMILIES🍎

Starting this week, parents/guardians of elementary students can review assignments and progress for core subjects in the FOCUS Parent Portal — no more waiting until the end of the quarter!

Next week, state and district assessment scores will also be available for ALL parents (not just K-5) to review.

👉 Step-by-step instructions to review elementary assignments and grades are linked here: http://bit.ly/45orveL

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🍎CURRICULUM NIGHTS🍎

Elementary families: join us this week to meet your child’s teacher(s), explore the curriculum, and discover how you can support your scholar’s success this year!

Be sure to follow your child’s school on Facebook/social media for the latest details.
You can also find your school’s schedule here: http://bit.ly/3UCHWOe

📆 Middle and high school families: it's your turn next week!

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🎙️NEW EPISODE ALERT!🎙️

New floors, rebuilt spaces, and a sparkling pool 🏊‍♂️ — several schools got a summer makeover and you can see (or hear) all about it on the latest episode of 𝓐𝓵𝓵 𝓘𝓷 𝓜𝓪𝓻𝓽𝓲𝓷!

Director of Facilities Mark Sechrist takes us behind the scenes of the big projects completed before the first day of school (and a few still in the works) and shares what’s next on the to-do list in our A-rated District.

🎧 Listen now:
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac
Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ
Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU

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Mrs. Branco, our Guidance Counselor, is excited to meet our new students and welcome back returning Diamondbacks!
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