🇺🇸CELEBRATING 250 YEARS🇺🇸
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite students to take part in the America250FL Art & Essay Contests.
Winners will receive a Florida College Plan scholarship provided by Florida Prepaid College Plans.
🗓️ Entries due by March 16
🔗 Learn more: https://america250floridacontest.com/
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite students to take part in the America250FL Art & Essay Contests.
Winners will receive a Florida College Plan scholarship provided by Florida Prepaid College Plans.
🗓️ Entries due by March 16
🔗 Learn more: https://america250floridacontest.com/
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
🦈 Sharks in Full Competition Mode! 🦈
This past weekend, our Shark Color Guard took the floor and brought their absolute best to the MPA competition! 💙✨
These talented girls have worked incredibly hard all season long—putting in countless hours at practice and shining during basketball game performances—to prepare for this moment. Their dedication and commitment truly paid off as they earned a score of Excellent from the judges!
We are beyond proud of our Sharks for the passion, teamwork, and excellence they displayed. Amazing work by an amazing group—your hard work does not go unnoticed! 👏💙🦈
This past weekend, our Shark Color Guard took the floor and brought their absolute best to the MPA competition! 💙✨
These talented girls have worked incredibly hard all season long—putting in countless hours at practice and shining during basketball game performances—to prepare for this moment. Their dedication and commitment truly paid off as they earned a score of Excellent from the judges!
We are beyond proud of our Sharks for the passion, teamwork, and excellence they displayed. Amazing work by an amazing group—your hard work does not go unnoticed! 👏💙🦈
🎉 Congratulations to Our 2025–2026 Hidden Oaks Middle School Volunteers of the Year! 🎉
Hidden Oaks Middle School is proud to recognize two outstanding individuals whose service, dedication, and commitment truly make our school shine! 💙
🌟 Student Volunteer of the Year: Hayley Hicks 🌟
As an 8th grader, Hayley has already logged over 130 volunteer hours—an incredible achievement! She is a proud member of the National Junior Honor Society, has earned straight A’s every quarter of middle school, performs in our highest‑level band, and is currently taking Algebra 1 Honors. Hayley exemplifies leadership, academic excellence, and service, and we are so proud of all she has accomplished!
🏅 School Volunteer of the Year: Mrs. Castle 🏅
Mrs. Castle has been an invaluable part of our Hidden Oaks community. She is a tremendous contributor to our PTSA, especially during Field Days, and generously volunteers her time throughout the year with both Band and Chorus. Her dedication and support make a lasting impact on our students and staff.
We are so thankful to have both of these remarkable individuals as part of the Hidden Oaks Middle School family. Please join us in celebrating Hayley Hicks and Mrs. Castle for their outstanding service! 💙👏
#HiddenOaksPride #VolunteersOfTheYear #HOMSCelebrates #ThankYouVolunteers
Hidden Oaks Middle School is proud to recognize two outstanding individuals whose service, dedication, and commitment truly make our school shine! 💙
🌟 Student Volunteer of the Year: Hayley Hicks 🌟
As an 8th grader, Hayley has already logged over 130 volunteer hours—an incredible achievement! She is a proud member of the National Junior Honor Society, has earned straight A’s every quarter of middle school, performs in our highest‑level band, and is currently taking Algebra 1 Honors. Hayley exemplifies leadership, academic excellence, and service, and we are so proud of all she has accomplished!
🏅 School Volunteer of the Year: Mrs. Castle 🏅
Mrs. Castle has been an invaluable part of our Hidden Oaks community. She is a tremendous contributor to our PTSA, especially during Field Days, and generously volunteers her time throughout the year with both Band and Chorus. Her dedication and support make a lasting impact on our students and staff.
We are so thankful to have both of these remarkable individuals as part of the Hidden Oaks Middle School family. Please join us in celebrating Hayley Hicks and Mrs. Castle for their outstanding service! 💙👏
#HiddenOaksPride #VolunteersOfTheYear #HOMSCelebrates #ThankYouVolunteers
🏀🏆 CELEBRATING BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS 🏆🏀
Make some noise for our middle school basketball district champions! 🎉👏
🦈 Congrats to our Hidden Oaks Middle School Boys Basketball team, who are back-to-back district champions and finished the season undefeated, playing tough, focused, and relentless basketball.
🐆 Stuart Middle School Girls Lady Jaguars are district champions after a dominant 42–21 title win, bringing heart, hustle, and championship energy from start to finish. Way to end strong, girls!
Congratulations to both championship teams, their coaches, and families for the dedication, support, and commitment. And a big shoutout to all of our middle school basketball players across MCSD for an outstanding season!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Make some noise for our middle school basketball district champions! 🎉👏
🦈 Congrats to our Hidden Oaks Middle School Boys Basketball team, who are back-to-back district champions and finished the season undefeated, playing tough, focused, and relentless basketball.
🐆 Stuart Middle School Girls Lady Jaguars are district champions after a dominant 42–21 title win, bringing heart, hustle, and championship energy from start to finish. Way to end strong, girls!
Congratulations to both championship teams, their coaches, and families for the dedication, support, and commitment. And a big shoutout to all of our middle school basketball players across MCSD for an outstanding season!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
🏀 Girls Basketball Championship Night 🏀
Tonight, our girls basketball team traveled to Stuart Middle School for their championship appearance. The girls fought hard and played with heart, working together as a true team from start to finish.
Despite their effort, they came up short, falling 42–21 to Stuart Middle School. Congratulations to the Jaguars on their championship win.
We are incredibly proud of our girls for battling all season long and making an impressive championship run. Your determination, teamwork, and perseverance did not go unnoticed.
Great job, ladies! 💙👏
🎥LEAVING LEGACIES: STUDENT FILM CONTEST🎥
Submissions are now open for Inwater Research Group's Youth-Driven Cinema Film Festival! Martin County students are invited to get creative and bring their ideas to life through short films inspired by this year’s theme: Leaving Legacies – Your Voice. Your Planet. Your Legacy.
The top five films from elementary, middle, and high school will be showcased at the festival—giving students a chance to see their work on the big screen!
🗓 Submissions due: March 25, 2026
🎬 Film screening: April 22, 2026 (Lyric Theatre, Downtown Stuart)
Learn more and submit at: https://ow.ly/g1rX50Y7QOT
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
Submissions are now open for Inwater Research Group's Youth-Driven Cinema Film Festival! Martin County students are invited to get creative and bring their ideas to life through short films inspired by this year’s theme: Leaving Legacies – Your Voice. Your Planet. Your Legacy.
The top five films from elementary, middle, and high school will be showcased at the festival—giving students a chance to see their work on the big screen!
🗓 Submissions due: March 25, 2026
🎬 Film screening: April 22, 2026 (Lyric Theatre, Downtown Stuart)
Learn more and submit at: https://ow.ly/g1rX50Y7QOT
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
🎉CELEBRATING SCHOOL COUNSELORS🎉
Across the Martin County School District, our school counselors amplify student success every day—supporting academic growth, guiding future plans, and helping students navigate life’s challenges with care and compassion.
They are unstoppable champions for students. Their guidance, dedication, and commitment to excellence help shape confident learners, strong schools, and an A-rated District where students can truly thrive!
During National School Counseling Week, we proudly recognize our incredible counselors for going #ALLINMartin👊 for students and making a lasting difference across our schools.
Help us celebrate! Drop a note of thanks or a shout-out to a school counselor in the comments below! ⬇️
#PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #NSCW26
Across the Martin County School District, our school counselors amplify student success every day—supporting academic growth, guiding future plans, and helping students navigate life’s challenges with care and compassion.
They are unstoppable champions for students. Their guidance, dedication, and commitment to excellence help shape confident learners, strong schools, and an A-rated District where students can truly thrive!
During National School Counseling Week, we proudly recognize our incredible counselors for going #ALLINMartin👊 for students and making a lasting difference across our schools.
Help us celebrate! Drop a note of thanks or a shout-out to a school counselor in the comments below! ⬇️
#PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #NSCW26
📚HONORING OUR HISTORY📚
The Martin County School District is proud to celebrate Black History Month!
As part of the celebration, we are proud to host the 2nd annual district-wide Black History Month Event, bringing together every school from across the District to showcase student artwork and performances, including singing, readings, and poetry—highlighting both talent and history.
📅 Saturday, February 21
⏰ 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 Stuart Middle School
More details coming soon. Save the date and stay tuned!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #BlackHistoryMonth
The Martin County School District is proud to celebrate Black History Month!
As part of the celebration, we are proud to host the 2nd annual district-wide Black History Month Event, bringing together every school from across the District to showcase student artwork and performances, including singing, readings, and poetry—highlighting both talent and history.
📅 Saturday, February 21
⏰ 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 Stuart Middle School
More details coming soon. Save the date and stay tuned!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #BlackHistoryMonth
🎶 The talent at Hidden Oaks Middle School doesn’t just start and stop in the classroom—it extends to the Arts! 🎶
A huge congratulations to HOMS guitarist Brian Wang, who was selected to the first‑ever All‑State Middle School Guitar Ensemble! This is an incredible accomplishment and a true testament to Brian’s dedication, musicianship, and talent.
Brian is an outstanding student and an important part of the continued success of our band program. We are so proud of his hard work and well‑deserved recognition.
👏 Congratulations, Brian, as you continue to make the Sharks proud! 🦈🎸
#HOMSSharks #ArtsAtHOMS #StudentSuccess #AllState #ProudMoment #martincountyschools
A huge congratulations to HOMS guitarist Brian Wang, who was selected to the first‑ever All‑State Middle School Guitar Ensemble! This is an incredible accomplishment and a true testament to Brian’s dedication, musicianship, and talent.
Brian is an outstanding student and an important part of the continued success of our band program. We are so proud of his hard work and well‑deserved recognition.
👏 Congratulations, Brian, as you continue to make the Sharks proud! 🦈🎸
#HOMSSharks #ArtsAtHOMS #StudentSuccess #AllState #ProudMoment #martincountyschools
🔥 WHAT. A. WIN. 🔥
Our Sharks showed exactly what it means to respond to adversity tonight. Trailing for three quarters, our players never quit, stayed locked in, and continued to work hard together. That commitment paid off as they pulled away late for a 49–35 victory over Anderson Middle School!
Now it’s on to the next challenge. The Sharks will face Murray Middle School in the championship game on Monday in the Shark Tank, with a chance to bring home back-to-back championships! 🏆🏆
It was incredible to witness the heart, drive, resilience, and teamwork displayed by this group tonight. So proud of how these players competed for each other and represented what it means to be a Shark! 🦈💙
#SharkStrong #TeamOverEverything #ChampionshipBound #FinishTheFight
🏀 Congratulations to our Lady Sharks! 🦈
What an incredible performance by our Lady Sharks basketball team! With a 49–23 semifinal win over Murray Middle School, they’ve earned their spot in the Championship game this Monday!
We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and teamwork these athletes have shown all school year.
Way to represent our school with heart and hustle!Go Sharks! 💙🦈
🌟 Classroom Spotlight! 🌟
Today we had the pleasure of visiting two of our fantastic Science teachers, Ms. McNeill and Mrs. Cogliati, and we couldn’t be more proud of the engaging learning happening in their classrooms!
Both teachers kicked off their lessons with a focused review to reinforce prior learning, then smoothly transitioned into the day’s new content. Their use of interactive notebooks was especially impressive—each with their own unique and effective style:
🔹 Ms. McNeill guided students through vocabulary exploration, helping them break down key terms with definitions and real-world examples.
🔹 Mrs. Cogliati used visual models of the scientific table, breaking it into sections so students could dive deeper into the important factors within each part.
It's inspiring to see such thoughtful planning and student-centered instruction happening in our science classrooms.
Way to go, Sharks! 🦈💙
Today we had the pleasure of visiting two of our fantastic Science teachers, Ms. McNeill and Mrs. Cogliati, and we couldn’t be more proud of the engaging learning happening in their classrooms!
Both teachers kicked off their lessons with a focused review to reinforce prior learning, then smoothly transitioned into the day’s new content. Their use of interactive notebooks was especially impressive—each with their own unique and effective style:
🔹 Ms. McNeill guided students through vocabulary exploration, helping them break down key terms with definitions and real-world examples.
🔹 Mrs. Cogliati used visual models of the scientific table, breaking it into sections so students could dive deeper into the important factors within each part.
It's inspiring to see such thoughtful planning and student-centered instruction happening in our science classrooms.
Way to go, Sharks! 🦈💙
🌟 Spotlight on Student Voice in Ms. Stebbing’s ELA Classroom! 🌟
Involving every student’s voice in classroom discussions can be a daunting task, but not for Ms. Stebbing! 👏
Check out these creative “Post-it Prompts” she introduced—giving EACH student in ALL her classes a chance to share their own opinions, insights, or understandings. ✍️💬
By making space for every learner to be heard, Ms. Stebbing continues to model what meaningful engagement looks like in an ELA classroom. ❤️📚
Way to go, Ms. Stebbing! Your dedication to elevating student voice is truly making an impact!
Involving every student’s voice in classroom discussions can be a daunting task, but not for Ms. Stebbing! 👏
Check out these creative “Post-it Prompts” she introduced—giving EACH student in ALL her classes a chance to share their own opinions, insights, or understandings. ✍️💬
By making space for every learner to be heard, Ms. Stebbing continues to model what meaningful engagement looks like in an ELA classroom. ❤️📚
Way to go, Ms. Stebbing! Your dedication to elevating student voice is truly making an impact!
🦈 BIG SHARK CONGRATULATIONS! 🦈
Today, 5 outstanding HOMS scholars were announced as Martin County Regional Science & Engineering Fair winners and are advancing to the State Competition in March! 🎉🔬
We are so proud of your hard work, curiosity, and dedication to scientific excellence. Way to represent HOMS!
👏 Congratulations to our scholars:
• Liliana Reppeto
• Zoey Kappler
• Sig Sanchez (not pictured)
• Evelyn Gettings
• Stella Dzikowski
Good luck at states—we’ll be cheering you on every step of the way! 🦈💙
#HOMSProud #ScienceFairWinners #FutureScientists #BigSharkEnergy #StateBound
📚 Celebrate Literacy Week Begins NEXT WEEK at Hidden Oaks Middle School! 🎉
We are super excited to dive into a week filled with reading, fun, and schoolwide activities that inspire our scholars to love literacy! From our book scavenger hunt, to exciting prizes, raffles, and mystery books, our campus will be buzzing with opportunities to explore new stories and celebrate the power of reading.
Stay tuned throughout the week for updates, photos, and ways your child can get involved. Let’s make Literacy Week our best one yet, Sharks! 🦈💙
#HOMS #SharkNation #CelebrateLiteracyWeek #ReadGrowSucceed
📚FAMILY LITERACY NIGHT📚
Martin County High School is hosting its first-ever Family Literacy Night during Celebrate Literacy Week 2026: Read, White and Blue—Celebrating 250 Chapters of America...and you're invited! 🎉📚🇺🇸
📆 Thursday, January 29
⏰ 5:30–7 p.m.
📍MCHS Library Media Center
Families of all ages are invited to enjoy storytelling, interactive literacy activities, GALE resources, a pop-up history museum, and Sunshine State Young Reader book displays, all designed to strengthen reading at home and at school.
Come read, learn, and celebrate literacy together! 📚
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Martin County High School is hosting its first-ever Family Literacy Night during Celebrate Literacy Week 2026: Read, White and Blue—Celebrating 250 Chapters of America...and you're invited! 🎉📚🇺🇸
📆 Thursday, January 29
⏰ 5:30–7 p.m.
📍MCHS Library Media Center
Families of all ages are invited to enjoy storytelling, interactive literacy activities, GALE resources, a pop-up history museum, and Sunshine State Young Reader book displays, all designed to strengthen reading at home and at school.
Come read, learn, and celebrate literacy together! 📚
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
HOMS Family Math Night! 🍕🧮
Join us for a fun-filled evening of games, problem-solving, and family time at Hidden Oaks Middle School! This is a great opportunity for students and families to enjoy math together in an interactive and relaxed environment.
📅 Thursday, January 22nd
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 HOMS Cafeteria
✨ Best part? Pizza will be provided for all attendees, while supplies last!
We can’t wait to see our Shark families there for a night of learning, laughter, and math fun! 🦈💙
#HOMSFamily #FamilyMathNight #SharksLeadTheWay #HOMSProud #MathIsFun
Join us for a fun-filled evening of games, problem-solving, and family time at Hidden Oaks Middle School! This is a great opportunity for students and families to enjoy math together in an interactive and relaxed environment.
📅 Thursday, January 22nd
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 HOMS Cafeteria
✨ Best part? Pizza will be provided for all attendees, while supplies last!
We can’t wait to see our Shark families there for a night of learning, laughter, and math fun! 🦈💙
#HOMSFamily #FamilyMathNight #SharksLeadTheWay #HOMSProud #MathIsFun
🌟 Our 6th Grade Scientists in Action! 🌟
This week, our 6th grade scholars took a deep dive into the levels of organization in organisms during an engaging lesson in Mrs. Montalbano’s class! 🧬🔍
Students worked collaboratively to create eye‑catching informational brochures, using text evidence and research to build their understanding from cells ➡️ tissues ➡️ organs ➡️ organ systems ➡️ organisms.
We loved watching our scholars think critically, support one another, and transform complex science concepts into creative, informative projects. 💡📘
Way to go, Sharks — keep exploring, questioning, and discovering! 🦈✨
#ScienceInAction #6thGradeScholars #HandsOnLearning #STEM
🍎REPORT CARDS🍎
Second-quarter report cards are now available in the FOCUS Parent Portal.
View your child's grades and attendance info: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/
If you don't have access to FOCUS, please click here to view instructions for claiming your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Second-quarter report cards are now available in the FOCUS Parent Portal.
View your child's grades and attendance info: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/
If you don't have access to FOCUS, please click here to view instructions for claiming your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Reminder, families! All schools and District offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20.
The Martin County School District is honored to join the StuartLife - The City of Stuart, Florida, in celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at this year’s MLK Parade and Celebration. Look for our students and staff representing our District throughout the event!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20.
The Martin County School District is honored to join the StuartLife - The City of Stuart, Florida, in celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at this year’s MLK Parade and Celebration. Look for our students and staff representing our District throughout the event!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
