🌀REOPENING UPDATE🌀
**Update 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10: Schools and offices in the Martin County School District will resume operations on Monday, October 14.
The majority of our campuses were fortunately spared from receiving severe damage and have been cleared for a safe return to classes. Safety remains our highest priority, and we are committed to providing a secure learning environment as repairs continue across the District.
Our thoughts and prayers are with our families and neighbors as we all continue to rebuild from Hurricane Milton, and we stand ready to support our students, families, and staff in any way possible.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, offering a sense of normalcy through the power of education.
#ALLINMartin👊
🌀EYE ON THE STORM🌀
** Update 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, October 8: Following this evening's briefing with Martin County Emergency Management officials, the decision has been made to open four schools as shelters beginning at noon tomorrow, October 9, with the exception of the special needs shelter, which opens at 7 a.m. The shelters will remain open until Hurricane Milton has moved away from our area, at which time staff will begin restoring campuses to pre-storm conditions.
As this will take us into Friday, all MCSD-operated schools will remain closed through the end of the current week. We plan to resume classes and normal operations on Monday, October 14.
The following schools will be used as shelters:
-Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School--opens at 7 a.m., Oct. 9 (special needs population - residents should register here: https://www.martin.fl.us/SpecialNeeds). This shelter includes limited medical oversight and is designed for residents with electricity-dependent needs such as oxygen.
-Willoughby Learning Center (residents and pets)
-Port Salerno Elementary School (general population)
-Warfield Elementary School (general population)
Families and employees are encouraged to stay informed by visiting our website, www.martinschools.org, and social media channels for the latest updates. Notifications will also be sent via the District's automated system. Families/employees who are not currently receiving text notifications should text START to 98900 to opt in. We encourage all families to continue monitoring hurricanes.gov and to register for local emergency alerts by visiting https://www.martin.fl.us/AlertMartin.
Please stay safe and vigilant.
#ALLINMartin👊 #HurricaneMilton
🗓️EARLY RELEASE DAY & NO SCHOOL🗓️
Friendly reminder, families - today, Wednesday, Oct. 2, is an early release day. Students will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal.
There is no school tomorrow, Thursday, October 3.
Receive alerts like this via text message by texting START to 98900.
View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud
🗓️EARLY RELEASE DAY🗓️
Friendly reminder, families - Wednesday, October 2, is an early release day. Students will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal.
Please note, there’s no school for students on Thursday, October 3.
View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud
Future healthcare professionals in the making! 🩺
Crystal Lake Elementary School 5th grade students took their jobs seriously as if they were already in healthcare. From studying the human body to showcasing their mastery of content on posters and presentations, they’ve shown they’re ready to take on any challenge and keep steady hands under pressure!
They surely ROCKED 5th grade medical school! Kudos to CLE teachers for making this hands-on lesson super fun and unique.
#ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #PublicSchoolProud
🌀EYE ON THE STORM🌀
**Update 2:15 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26: Schools and offices in the Martin County School District will reopen and return to normal operations on Friday, Sept. 27.
The District continues to carefully monitor local weather conditions alongside our partners at the Martin County Emergency Management Agency. We appreciate the patience and understanding of our families and employees as we navigated the uncertain weather conditions caused by Hurricane Helene. While we were forecasted to experience frequent high wind speeds, our District was fortunately spared from receiving severe damage. Our thoughts and prayers are with our fellow Floridians as Hurricane Helene continues to strengthen into an extremely powerful storm and head towards the West Coast.
It is important for our students to return to class as attendance is essential for their success. We look forward to welcoming everyone back and providing the best education.
#ALLINMartin👊
🌀 EYE ON THE STORM 🌀
🚨Update - 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25: The Martin County School District will close all MCSD-operated schools and District offices on Thursday, September 26, 2024, due to Hurricane Helene.
The decision is based on the latest information from the National Weather Service and local emergency management officials. Wind speeds throughout the morning are projected to exceed limits for school bus operation, making it unsafe for transportation.
MCSD continues to work closely with local emergency management officials to track the storm and will provide further information regarding District operations beyond Thursday as it becomes available.
Families are urged to monitor the District's website at www.martinschools.org, social media channels, and the District's automated messaging system for updates. Families and employees wishing to receive text message notifications should text START to 98900.
As a reminder, all after-school activities are also canceled.
#ALLINMartin👊
🌀 EYE ON THE STORM 🌀
𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐂𝐒𝐃 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬: For the safety of our students and staff, 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, including clubs, tutoring, and athletics, are canceled today and tomorrow.
Extended Day will remain open today only.
The MCSD College Fair has also been canceled and will be rescheduled.
🚨 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰’𝐬 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐧.
Please continue to monitor our website, social media, and direct notifications. If you’re not receiving text alerts, text START to 98900 to stay informed.
For the latest storm advisories, visit hurricanes.gov.
View the latest updates from MCSD here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1782227
#ALLINMartin👊
🌀EYE ON THE STORM🌀
The Martin County School District is working closely with the Martin County Emergency Management Agency to monitor what is currently known as tropical storm Helene for potential impacts to our area.
We will provide updates as necessary on our website, all social media channels and via direct message notification to families and employees. Families, if you don't already receive text alerts from MCSD, text START to 98900.
For more information or to access the latest advisories, please visit hurricanes.gov.
View the latest updates from MCSD here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1782227
#ALLINMartin👊
🇺🇸CELEBRATE FREEDOM WEEK🇺🇸
Today marks the start of Celebrate Freedom Week in the Martin County School District!
The Florida Legislature designated the last full week in September as "Celebrate Freedom Week" to highlight the significance of the Declaration of Independence.
Students will explore the meaning of the Declaration of Independence, reflecting on the principles our nation was founded on, through engaging, age-appropriate lessons in social studies.
Ask your child what they learned today!
#ALLINMartin👊 #CelebrateFreedomWeek2024
Does your student need a ✨spark✨ of imagination for their STEM Fair project? 🔬
Join us for SPARK, (Scientific Problem-solving Academy of Research and Knowledge), where local scientists will help students with STEM Fair project ideas and share their work and knowledge of STEM-based careers.
📆 September 19, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at J.D. Parker Elementary School. Dinner and dessert provided! Register here: https://bit.ly/4d8vlsJ
ALL MCSD students and families are welcome!
#ALLINMartin👊
🍎CURRICULUM NIGHTS🍎
Reminder! Our elementary schools will host Curriculum Nights tonight and tomorrow August 21 and 22!
This event is a great opportunity to discover more about what your child has been learning at school, as well as the different lessons they'll learn throughout the year.
Click here to view specific details for your child's school: https://bit.ly/3SM0WJK
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥
🍎CURRICULUM NIGHTS🍎
Mark your calendars! Starting next week, our elementary, middle, and high schools will host Curriculum Nights.
This is a great chance to meet your child’s teacher(s) and discover more about the exciting academic path planned for this year.
Click here to view specific details for your child's school: https://bit.ly/3SM0WJK
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥
🚌 BUS TRACKING APP 🚌
Attention MCSD families! Bus tracking codes for the new MyReaXiumApp continue to be sent this afternoon. If you have been waiting on a code for your family, please be on the lookout for an email from do-not-reply@reaxium.com with the subject line, "You have been invited to the MyReaXiumApp!" and be sure to check your spam/junk folders if you are unable to locate it.
If your child is a new bus rider this year, your MyReaXiumApp will begin to display real-time GPS information for your child once they have swiped their ID card onto the bus for the first time.
#ALLINMartin👊 #BacktoSchool #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥
💬LET'S TALK BACK TO SCHOOL💬
Need answers for all your back-to-school questions? Get them fast with "Let's Talk" on the Martin County School District website!
Just find the "Let's Talk/Contact Us" tab on the side of our website (or "Contact Us" on the MCSD Florida app). Select your topic—whether it's transportation, course schedules, or FOCUS help—and get the answers you need quickly!
👉Or use this link here: https://www.martinschools.org/page/lets-talk
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud
🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL🍎
The countdown is on!
We are so excited for the hallways and classrooms to be filled with laughter, learning and new possibilities. Watch this message from Superintendent Michael Maine to our families: https://youtu.be/gRIyuoUw1qw
We look forward to igniting together and making this an incredible year for our students!
#ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥
🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL INFO🍎
School starts in ONE WEEK!!! 🎉 We can't wait to welcome our students back for another fantastic year and ignite a brighter future together!
Don't forget to check out the school calendar for important dates such as the first day of school, meet the teacher/orientation, curriculum nights, holiday breaks, and more. 🗓️
View the full calendar here: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #BacktoSchool
🍽️BACK-TO-SCHOOL MEALS INFO🍽️
Skip the cash and check! Make paying for breakfast or lunch easy and secure. The Martin County School District uses MySchoolBucks to make payment easy. Visit MySchoolBucks.com to create your FREE account and conveniently add funds online.
👉Regular price for breakfast for all students is $1.50. Lunch for grades K-5 is $1.85, and for grades 6-12 is $2.10.
ℹ️The District will cover the cost of meals for students who apply and qualify for reduced-price meals. All students attending the school sites participating in the Community Eligibility Provisions will receive free breakfasts and lunches with no income restrictions. Those sites include:
🍎Willoughby Learning Center
🍎J.D. Parker Elementary School
🍎The Pinewood Elementary
🍎Port Salerno Elementary School
🍎Warfield Elementary School
🍎Indiantown Middle School
🍎Indiantown High School
🍎Spectrum Academy
For more information, please contact the Food & Nutrition Services Department at 772-223-2655 ext. 58107 or email AskFNS@martinschools.org.
#ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #BacktoSchool
🎉WELCOME BACK, TEACHERS!🎉
We're excited to kick off another incredible year with you!
This year, let us ignite together to achieve new heights and inspire greatness. Your dedication and enthusiasm light the way for our students. Here’s to a fantastic year! ✨🍎
#ALLINMartin👊
🎒IMPORTANT INFO🎒
The first day of school is less than TWO WEEKS away!
Back-to-School forms are now live in the FOCUS Parent Portal. Update your emergency contact information and complete your parental consent forms now to save time and paper!
🚌Families of bus riders: Completing these forms in FOCUS is crucial! The District will soon send out codes via email for the new bus tracking app, MyReaXiumApp. To receive your code and track your child's bus, ensure your contact information, including your email address, is current in FOCUS.
🎥 Watch a video with Dr. Tracey Miller, our Deputy Superintendent, about the importance of submitting these forms: https://youtu.be/g1ih0HGc3LE
➡️Sign in to FOCUS and begin completing your child’s back-to-school forms: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/
➡️Register/reset your FOCUS account: https://www.martinschools.org/page/online-registration
#ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥