Environmental Studies Center

Families: Summer is an ideal time to develop water safety skills. Please click the link for a list of community resources available - http://bit.ly/444U7HM.

🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL READY🍎

The 2025–2026 school year kicks off August 11—and we’ve made it easier than ever to get everything you need in one place!

From the instructional calendar and Meet the Teacher dates to our new one-click school supply lists with TeacherLists, the MCSD Back-to-School Hub has all your first-day essentials. (Bus routes coming soon! 🚌)

📲 Just tap the blue buttons (left side if you’re on a computer) to explore by topic: https://bit.ly/4lstggr

Rooted in community. Driven by opportunity. Preparing our Future Today. A-Rated and Unstoppable for every student, every day!

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🌟A-RATED AND UNSTOPPABLE🌟

Saying it LOUD and PROUD: the Martin County School District is an A-rated district once again!
To our students, teachers, support staff, families, and community—thank you. This “A” wouldn't have been possible without our passionate educators, determined students, and supportive community.

🎥 Superintendent Michael Maine shares what this milestone means and how it positions us on the road to becoming the #1 school district in Florida: https://youtu.be/c9VyGnt4XPo?si=jgRoE3-bB-yNe5Zr

This "A" doesn’t just benefit our schools; it benefits all of Martin County. And we’re just getting started — the momentum is building, and we’re ready to keep pushing forward.

Rooted in community. Driven by opportunity. Preparing our future today.

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎆HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY🎆

We wish all of our students, families, staff, and community a safe and meaningful Independence Day!

Friendly reminder, all school and District offices are closed today.

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🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL SAVINGS🍎

Good news, Martin County families: Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday now runs all month long! From August 1–31, 2025, save on essential school items like supplies, clothing, and even computers.

Plus, we've made back-to-school shopping even easier with TeacherLists! Get everything on your student's supply list with just a few clicks.

Literally: just click, shop, and done. See what’s tax-exempt and start your shopping here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2294823

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🇺🇸HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS🇺🇸

All Martin County School District school sites, offices and programs, including Extended Day and Summer Food Service Program, will be closed Friday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day.

Extended Day will reopen on July 7th. Please note that not all Summer Food Service Program locations will reopen on July 7th. To view the specific locations and schedules, click here: https://bit.ly/3VzZeeW

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🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL READY🍎 Back-to-school shopping is now easier than EVER! The Martin County School District is excited to roll out TeacherLists—a new tool that makes finding your student’s classroom supply list quick, easy, and stress-free. Literally: just click, shop, and done. Here’s how it works: 🍎 Visit the School Supply Lists page on our website 🍎 Find your child’s school 🍎 Shop the full list directly from your favorite stores like Target, Amazon, and Walmart With TeacherLists, you can save time and help your students start the school year with everything they need! ➡️ Start shopping today: https://bit.ly/4k3bZc3 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🌊🐢 PARTNERS IN EDUCATION 🐢🌊 During last week's board meeting, Superintendent Michael Maine, the Martin County School Board, and the Environmental Studies Center were presented with a generous donation from the Environmental Studies Council. This generous donation will help offset the cost of an educator at the Environmental Studies Center—supporting the Center’s mission to inspire curiosity, conservation, and a love for our local environment in thousands of Martin County students each year. We’re incredibly grateful to the Council for their continued commitment to hands-on science education and the unique programs that make the ESC a treasured part of our community. 🌊🌴 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🍎LEAVING A LEGACY🍎 Please join us in celebrating Mr. Charlie Carr, who is retiring after 36 unforgettable years, 18 of which at the Environmental Studies Center! A Martin County original, Mr. Carr has been the heart of the ESC—bringing science to life with his signature energy, humor, and one-of-a-kind teaching style. Whether guiding students through mangroves or making sea cucumbers squirt across the wet lab, he turned every moment into a hands-on lesson in curiosity, compassion, and care for the local environment. Superintendent Michael Maine and the School Board honored his incredible impact during the last board meeting. Thank you, Mr. Carr, for making science fun and unforgettable our students! #ALLINMartin 👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎙️ALL IN MARTIN: SUMMER EDITION🎙️ Episode 7 of 𝓐𝓵𝓵 𝓘𝓷 𝓜𝓪𝓻𝓽𝓲𝓷, our monthly podcast, drops June 15—and we’re taking you out of the studio and into the field! 🌊🐢☀️ This month, we’re all about the summer vibes, Martin County style, visiting the Environmental Studies Center for summer camp, where hands-on science meets salt air and pure fun. We’ll sit down with ESC Coordinator Val Gaynor and two camp counselors who were once campers, exploring why this unique Martin County experience sticks with students long after summer ends. 😎 Catch up on past episodes and be ready for a fresh one on June 15! 🎧 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac 🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

📐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

🧃☀️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👊

🎙️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 EXCELLENCE IN SCIENCE EDUCATION🐢🌊 Congratulations to Valerie Gaynor, Coordinator of our one-of-a-kind Environmental Studies Center, for presenting at the Florida Marine Science Educators Association conference and being named President-Elect of FMSEA! 👏 Mrs. Gaynor showcased how AI can transform marine science education, highlighting the innovative, hands-on learning our students experience every day at the ESC. We're so proud to have her representing the District and inspiring educators across Florida! Excellence in science education happens here in the MCSD! #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👊

📢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🔥