Citrus Grove Elementary School

Reminder to set your clocks back one hour this evening-- it's time to #FallBack! #DaylightSavingTime #ALLINMartin👊

Picture Retake Day is this Friday, November 5th. In addition to having original photos retaken, students who were absent on Picture Day, or enrolled at CGE after September 1st, will need to have their photo taken this Friday. Please complete this form on Focused on Forever's website to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYL_Xo0uwMIfKUNTtpDHYBgQGrjnCHh8eYaX08MchZjYrp7g/viewform

In honor of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, the PTA would like to recognize any military members who are part of our CGE family. Space is limited, so please RSVP to join us for a parade and light refreshments next Tuesday, November 9th, 2021. We thank you for your service! RSVP link: https://5il.co/119me

🚨SAFETY FIRST🚨 The Martin County School District is launching a new, unique safety program to help reunite students with their families in the event of an emergency. We gave WPTV a first look at this new technology at Citrus Grove Elementary School yesterday afternoon. Click here to learn more: https://www.wptv.com/news/education/new-technology-helps-track-students-during-emergency-situations #ALLINMartin👊

Halloween is on a weekend this year, but we still want to feel the spirit at CGE. Show your support for our PBiS program, by participating in our fall fundraiser - bring in $1.00 and wear a Halloween or Fall theme t-shirt or dress this Friday, October 29th. (K-5 students: no costumes)

Too busy to cook? Tomorrow is Rusano's Night to Give Back! (Thursday October 28th) 20% of all CGE proceeds will be donated to our PBiS program. Diamondbacks are grateful for the support of Rusano's Express Pizza! Call (772) 220-3329 and mention CGE when you order.

🔬EDUCATING ALL STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS🔬 Fifth-graders in Mrs. Gibson's related arts class at Citrus Grove Elementary School participated in a hands-on science lesson today. They learned about the nature of science and chemical changes, working cooperatively to identify mystery ingredients after conducting an experiment. 🧪Inquiry, collaboration and hands-on learning happen here in your MCSD public schools!🧪 #ALLINMartin👊

🍎FIRST QUARTER REPORT CARDS🍎 First quarter report cards will be posted today. Please be sure to check the FOCUS Parent Portal to view your child's grades and attendance records: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/ #ALLINMartin👊

📱HAVE YOU DOWNLOADED OUR NEW APP YET?!📱 Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It’s everything MCSD, in your pocket. Download the app on Android: https://bit.ly/384NjgH or iPhone: https://apple.co/3Dl3iWC.

First quarter report cards will be posted tomorrow, October 25. Please be sure to check the FOCUS Parent Portal to view your child's grades and attendance records: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/ If you do not currently have access to the FOCUS Parent Portal, please click here for instructions on how to claim your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/ #ALLINMartin👊

🚍SCHOOL BUS SAFETY🚍 The Martin County School District is proud to celebrate #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek. School bus transportation plays a critical role in the education of our students - our buses travel more than 1.7 million miles each year! Help promote safety in our community by exercising caution when sharing the roadways with our school buses. Limit distractions, obey all traffic laws and be mindful of students waiting at bus stops. #ALLINMartin👊

It's time to celebrate! The Martin County School District has retained its state designation as an Academically High-Performing School District for the third consecutive year. MCSD is one of just 16 Florida school districts - and the only district on the Treasure Coast - to earn the prestigious award for the 2020-2021 school year. Read more: https://www.martinschools.org/article/566581 #ALLINMartin👊

🧡#UNITYDAY2021🧡 Citrus Grove Elementary School students and staff participated in National Unity Day by wearing the color orange to demonstrate kindness, acceptance and inclusion. ⛅️That beautiful Martin County sunrise just emphasizes the message, don't you think?! ⛅️ #ALLINMartin👊

🍎EARLY RELEASE DAY🍎 Just a reminder, families - tomorrow, October 20, is an early release day for students. Students will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal. View our school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars. #ALLINMartin👊

🍎#THANKANMCSDPRINCIPAL🍎 Parent Andrea Morrison is thankful for Citrus Grove Elementary School Principal Todd Morrow. "Thank you, Mr. Morrow, for looking after our son like he was your own," she shares. "Through all of his struggles, you have always cared and looked out for him. We deeply appreciate your partnership and leadership. We feel safe each day he is in your hands." Share a message of gratitude with your favorite MCSD principal in honor of #ThankAPrincipal month: https://bit.ly/ThankAnMCSDPrincipal. #ALLINMartin👊

We are loving our new app! Stay updated with access to documents, events, news from administrators, student stories, and even emergency notifications. https://youtu.be/cycgheiG34g You can download the app for free on both Google Play or the Apple App Store. Download for Android: https://bit.ly/384NjgH Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3Dl3iWC

This Wednesday is an orange-out day in the Grove! On October 20th, wear orange to prevent bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. #unityday2021 #OctoberisBullyingAwarenessMonth

Citrus Grove Elementary and the Martin County School District thank Publix for their generous donation to our school! One hundred $20 gift cards were donated to CGE in order to support our mission of educating all students for success. Thank you Publix!

🍎EARLY RELEASE DAY🍎 Just a reminder, families - Wednesday, October 20, is an early release day for students. Students will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal on Wednesday. View our school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars. #ALLINMartin👊

This Saturday, October 23rd, the Environmental Studies Center will be open for a day of fun and exploration. Meet Joey the alligator and Shelby the sea turtle. This free event is sure to be a hit! Hours: 10/23/21 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM