Citrus Grove Elementary School

🍎REPORT CARDS🍎 Second quarter report cards will be available in the FOCUS Parent Portal on Monday, January 13. 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 to view instructions for claiming your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/ #ALLINMartin👊

📣📚 ENROLL YOUR CHILD IN VPK! 📚📣 The Martin County School District's Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten programs will begin accepting enrollment applications for the 2025-2026 school year on February 3, 2025, at 8 a.m.! VPK is an early learning program that provides developmentally appropriate instruction and activities to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond by building a solid foundation for school success. To be eligible, students must be four years of age on or before September 1, 2025, and reside within an eligible school attendance zone. Enrollment is limited! Don’t miss this opportunity to give your child a strong start for kindergarten and beyond. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3DQ2ihS #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

Appreciation post: We want to extend our deepest gratitude to Mattamy Homes USA and Newfield Farm for their continued commitment to our school. Their generous support in the beautification of our campus has truly transformed our space. The front walkway and street entrance are now adorned with a beautiful variety of new plants, making our school look as vibrant on the outside as we feel on the inside. This project enhances the environment in which our students thrive! Thank you again for making a difference in our community!

🚀 TAKE FLIGHT WITH US! 🚀 Get ready to blast off into Kindergarten! Families are invited to attend our Kindergarten Blast Off orientation event on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at all Martin County School District elementary schools. At the event, families will discover what makes their home-zoned school unique! They’ll also receive information about meal programs, Extended Day after-school care, enrollment support, and more! 📅 Save the dates: Registration for Kindergarten will take place during Kindergarten Blast Off orientation events. The VPK registration process opens February 3, 2025. Prepare for liftoff by finding your child’s future elementary school and learning more about the enrollment process here: https://bit.ly/4279FLJ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🍎PARENT WORKSHOP: ESE PREK to KINDERGARTEN🍎 Is your child moving from PreK to Kindergarten next year? This Exceptional Student Education Parent Workshop is designed just for you! Join us on January 15 at 4:30 p.m. in the Martin County School District Board Room for helpful insights and guidance. What will you learn? 🍎 Updates to your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) to reflect Kindergarten placement. 🍎 How to communicate and collaborate with your child's team. 🍎 The importance of school visits and familiarization. 🍎 Strategies to focus on skill development for your child’s unique needs. 🍎 Actionable tips to support your child during this exciting transition. This workshop will be led by ESE Program Specialists Beth Merritt and Jennifer Langlois. Please contact Jennifer Langlois at 772-219-1200 extension 30480 or langloj@martinschools.org to RSVP, or RSVP through the Facebook event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/12EY5un8vDc/ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🌟WE NEED YOU!🌟 The Martin County School District is seeking volunteers to serve as judges for the 2025 STEM Fair! Help inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators by evaluating their amazing projects and encouraging their passion for STEM. 📅 Judging Dates: ➡️Elementary STEM Fair: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 ––Morning Shift: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ––Afternoon Shift: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ➡️Middle & High School STEM Fair: Thursday, February 6, 2025 9:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. 📍 Location: Indian Riverside Park - Dockside Pavilion, Jensen Beach ☕ Breakfast provided for all judges! 💻 Register today: bit.ly/MCRSEFJudge Your support will make a lasting impact on our students and ignite their journey in STEM. Join us and make a difference! 🚀🔬 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

👋 WELCOME BACK, MCSD FAMILY! 👋 We’re so excited to see our students and staff back for semester two! After a refreshing winter break, we’re ready to reignite our passion for learning, growth, and excellence. Let’s finish strong and make this half of the school year extraordinary! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎉 NEW YEAR, NEW OPPORTUNITIES 🎉 Start 2025 with a career that gives you more—like winter break off! The Martin County School District is hosting its Winter Job Fair on Thursday, January 9, from 4-6 p.m. in the School Board Room, located at 1939 SE Federal Highway, Stuart, FL. We’re hiring for key roles that make a difference every day, including: ❄️ Paraprofessionals (Exceptional Student Education & English Language Learners) ❄️ Teachers ❄️ Custodians ❄️ Transportation Staff Connect with school and District leaders, explore your options, and potentially leave with a conditional job offer the same day! Walk-ins welcome or save time and pre-register using the link: https://bit.ly/4gY70Iu Enjoy holidays and summers off, great benefits, and the chance to create meaningful connections while impacting the future of our students. Start your year by igniting your career with the Martin County School District! #ALLINMartin👊#PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

❄️ WINTER WISDOM ❄️ Winter break is almost over—make the most of it! Our Winter Wisdom page has everything students need to refresh their skills, prepare for the SAT/ACT, and even claim victory in the Holiday Hustle! From fun math and reading challenges to free college prep resources, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out—check it out now: https://bit.ly/3P2vAMx #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

❄️WINTER WISDOM❄️ SAT/ACT Prep, math activities, reading challenges, the Holiday Hustle... our Winter Wisdom page is your family's one-stop shop to keep boredom at bay and young minds sharp this holiday season! From fun learning activities to free college prep resources, we’ve got something for every student. Check it out and keep learning going all winter long: https://bit.ly/3P2vAMx #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

⭐️CELEBRATING OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEES⭐️ This evening, the Martin County School District proudly celebrated 27 exceptional individuals whose dedication and contributions make a lasting impact on our schools and community! A special congratulations to Mr. Joshua Oviedo, an ELL (English Language Learner) paraprofessional at Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School and proud MCSD alum, who was named the District’s overall 2024-2025 School-Related Employee of the Year! Click the link below to view our list of fantastic site-level award winners Mr. Oviedo: https://bit.ly/3BJYu0K We couldn't ignite success for our students without these incredible employees! More photos and a video to come soon! #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

We are thrilled to share that Citrus Grove Elementary has earned the prestigious Florida School of Excellence designation! This honor places our school among the top 20% of elementary schools statewide based on school grade calculation scores. Principal Rynca proudly announced the achievement to our enthusiastic staff, and Assistant Principal Roberts expressed gratitude, saying, "Thank you to our students and staff for your hard work and dedication." We look forward to celebrating this success at next week’s Spirit Rally!

🍎SPECIALTY PATHWAYS SHOWCASE🍎 Want to learn more about the unique pathways available at our middle schools for your students? Stop by their Specialty Pathways Showcase! Hidden Oaks Middle School is hosting theirs tonight, starting at 5:30 p.m. Murray Middle School and Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School are hosting theirs on Thursday. Stay tuned for updates, as more showcase dates may be announced! Plan ahead– Jensen Beach High School is hosting a Specialty Pathways Showcase in January! ➡️ The application window for a Specialty Pathway through School Choice at one of 12 featured schools is now open! Apply now through the FOCUS Parent Portal. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YUi6YV #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

Thanksgiving Break has officially begun for our students, teachers, and school-based employees! 🦃🍁🍂 Wishing you all a joyful, restful, and safe holiday. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back on Monday, December 2. #ALLINMartin👊

🍂 SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES 🍂 Reminder: the Martin County School District is hosting its Transition Fair tomorrow, November 20, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the MCSD Board Room. Families of students with disabilities in grades K-12 who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan can expect to learn more about additional education and career opportunities for their children. We hope to see you there! #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

In honor of Veterans Day, CGE would like to recognize any US Military members, active or retired, within our Diamondback school community. Veterans and their families are welcome to attend this special event, featuring a ceremony, parade, choral performance, and light refreshments on November 11th from 8:00- 9:30 AM. Register here to attend: https://app.givebacks.gives/veterans/Campaign/Details Attendees, please send your veteran photo with branch and number of service years to dannern@martinschools.org by 11/7. *This is not a school-wide family event. We kindly ask to limit attendance to veterans/military and their guests.

🏆CHAMPIONS FOR INCLUSION🏆 Congratulations to Charlotte Nebbling and Rachel Cannon, the President and Vice President of Best Buddies at Martin County High School, being selected as the first team on the Treasure Coast to be candidates for the Best Buddies International Gala! Best Buddies International creates opportunities for friendships, jobs, and leadership for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), building a more inclusive world. Kenny, pictured in the photo, is their mission partner and a graduate of MCHS and is currently thriving in Project Search. Together, they are showing what leadership in inclusion looks like! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🐄LEARNING WITH LIVESTOCK🐄 Martin County School District High School Biology teachers, along with St. Lucie County teachers, recently attended the Cash Cow Workshop and Field Trip to a dairy farm hosted by @floridamilk. From the lab to the dairy farm, our teachers deepened their knowledge of dairy herd genetics to bring real-world science back to the classroom! It's udderly amazing professional learning in action! 🐄 #ALLINMartin👊

🗓️EARLY RELEASE & NO SCHOOL🗓️ Reminder– tomorrow, Thursday, October 31, is an early release day. Students will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal. There’s no school for students on Friday, November 1. View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars #ALLINMartin👊

📆MAKEUP DAY INFORMATION📆 Martin County School District students will NOT be required to make up the days missed due to the recent hurricanes. Fortunately, after a thorough review of the District’s instructional calendar, students will still meet state requirements and complete the academic year without the need to use make-up days at this time. We are committed to supporting the community with ongoing recovery efforts, including through the Education Foundation of Martin County’s relief fund for employees and families, providing free meals for students, and offering credit for last week’s Extended Day services. Link to relief fund: https://bit.ly/3BIZm5K We are humbled by the resilience and cooperation of our incredible community. Thank you for partnering with us in your child's education. We are #MCSDBetterTogether and #MartinStrong! 💙