Hidden Oaks Middle School

💐SPRING INTO A NEW CAREER💐

Our Spring Job Fair is this week!

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? Join the Martin County School District—an A‑rated district ranked #4 in Florida by Niche—and be part of a team committed to excellence and student success.

📆 Thursday, April 30
⏰ 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 MCSD Board Room

Every role matters. Every position supports students. This is your opportunity to be part of something special—we hope to see you there.

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🎉🐬 Congratulations to Our Hidden Oaks Middle School Honorees! 🐬🎉 We are proud to celebrate Mr. Carannante, our Teacher of the Year, and Ms. Oliveira, our Non‑Instructional Employee of the Year! These two incredible individuals truly embody what it means to go above and beyond for our Shark family. 🦈 Teacher of the Year – Mr. Carannante
As our VE Teacher, Mr. Carannante consistently exceeds expectations both inside and outside the classroom. His dedication to students at every level is evident each and every day, and he maintains positive, meaningful relationships with both students and staff. His impact doesn’t stop when the school day ends—Mr. Carannante also serves as our Odyssey of the Mind coach and Basketball Coach.
🏆 His OOTM team advanced all the way to States, and
🏀 his basketball team is a two‑time, back‑to‑back county champion! He accomplishes all of this while also being a doctoral student—a true testament to his commitment, passion, and work ethic. 🦈 Non‑Instructional Employee of the Year – Ms. Oliveira
If you’re looking for someone who genuinely looks out for students, staff, and the entire school community, look no further than Ms. Oliveira. As our Principal’s Confidential Secretary, she is an exceptional communicator, a steady problem-solver, and a constant support for everyone she serves. She prioritizes the needs of the school while building strong, caring relationships with our students and staff—making Hidden Oaks a better place each and every day. 💙 We are incredibly proud to have Mr. Carannante and Ms. Oliveira represent Hidden Oaks Middle School. Thank you both for your dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to our Shark scholars and community! 🦈👏

⛵️CARDBOARD BOAT RACES⛵️ The 8th Annual Cardboard Boat Races took over the Martin County High School pool today—and yes, there were boats that floated… and boats that absolutely did not. 😂🌊 This year was extra fun with middle school joining for the first time! 🏆 Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School swept the speed awards in middle school and also took home Most Spirited Team! 🏆 Crystal Lake Elementary School dominated the elementary speed awards, while Bessey Creek Elementary School brought the spirit and earned Most Spirited Team! Best Boat Blueprint: Indiantown Middle School & Hobe Sound Elementary School 🚢 Titanic Award: Stuart Middle School & Citrus Grove Elementary School A day full of floating victories, dramatic sinkings, education, and unforgettable fun—just how Cardboard Boat Races should be! 🚤💙 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925

🦈 Day Two of Our Feeder School Tours = Leadership in Action! 🦈 Today, we returned with this time Palm City Elementary, and our current sixth- and seventh-grade Shark scholars truly rose to the occasion! These student leaders stepped up and ensured that everyone was in the right place at the right time, moving through transitions smoothly and staying together as one team. Their responsibility, leadership, and care for our future Sharks made today a success—and I couldn’t be more proud of the work these individuals did. This is what it looks like when students lead with confidence and pride. Way to go, Sharks! 🌟🦈💙

🐾➡️🦈 From Wildcats to Sharks in the Making! 🦈➡️🐾 Today, our Palm City Elementary Wildcats began to turn and see what their future will look like! During their visit to the Shark Tank, students explored core and elective classes, transitioned alongside our Sharks, and navigated our campus waters just like true middle schoolers. This authentic transition experience—seeing the full campus in action and what life as a Shark is really like—sets our future Wildcats up for long‑term success. We’re excited to welcome them back soon as they continue their journey toward becoming confident, capable Sharks ready to thrive! The future is bright, and our waters are ready for them! 🌊🦈💙 Palm City Elementary School

Today, 10 of our incredible 8th grade Shark Scholars truly led the way at Bessey Creek Elementary, and I couldn’t be more proud. These students stepped up with confidence, initiative, and heart—building relationships, sparking conversations, and serving as outstanding role models for our younger learners. They didn’t just lead activities… they created connections, showed empathy, and represented Hidden Oaks Middle School with excellence. As principal, moments like this remind me why I’m so proud to lead this school. These 10 scholars are just a small glimpse of the spectacular students we have at HOMS, and our future is bright because of leaders like them. Way to go, Sharks! 🦈👏💙

🔬⚙️CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN STEM⚙️🔬

Eleven outstanding Martin County School District students recently represented our community at the State Science and Engineering Fair (SSEF), showcasing innovation, critical thinking, and the spirit of excellence of our A-rated District!

These dedicated students tackled real-world challenges through research in science, engineering, health, and environmental sustainability, demonstrating creativity, academic rigor, and a passion for discovery.

A special congratulations to Varun Singh and Nina Goyal, who will advance to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) this May in Phoenix, Arizona! 🌎👏

We are incredibly proud of all of our students who represented the MCSD on the state stage:

🔬 Varun Singh, South Fork High School
🔬 Julian Cebollero, South Fork High School
🔬 Madeline Tuma, Martin County High School
🔬 Aahan Asthana, South Fork High School
🔬 Rohan Kaul, South Fork High School
🔬 Madeline Parr, Jensen Beach High School
🔬 Nina Goyal, Martin County High School
🔬 Stella Dzikowski, Hidden Oaks Middle School
🔬 Zoey Kappler, Hidden Oaks Middle School
🔬 Liliana Reppeto, Hidden Oaks Middle School
🔬 Evelyn Gettings, Hidden Oaks Middle School

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🧠🔬 Today, our sixth grade Science Sharks took learning to the next level! 🔬🧠 Our scholars combined classroom learning with the incredible expertise of the FAU Brain Lab, diving deep into hands-on dissection experiences. This authentic learning opportunity gave students practical knowledge about animal anatomy and the structure and function of different areas of the brain—all through meaningful, engaging exploration. Experiences like this spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and bring science to life in powerful ways. A huge thank you to the FAU Brain Lab for an amazing partnership and for providing such a memorable experience for our sixth grade Shark scholars. We truly appreciate your collaboration and commitment to student learning! 💙🦈

🍎MONITORING PROGRESS🍎

Fourth-quarter interim reports for students in grades 6–12 are now available in the FOCUS Parent Portal. This report reflects a snapshot of students' mid-quarter progress at the time it was issued. Interim reports can be found under the Reports tab.

Grades continue to be updated and may change. Parents can always reference the Grades tab in FOCUS for the most up-to-date information provided.: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/

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🦈Shark Tournament Season is in Full Swim! 🏆🦈 The energy in Physical Education has been unmatched as Shark Tournament Time is well underway—and today was Awards Day! 🎉 We are so proud to celebrate our scholars who earned 1st place finishes in our kickball and pickleball tournaments, along with recipients of MVP honors, Sportsmanship Awards, and our true GOATs—the scholars who consistently walk independently and briskly through every competition with focus, determination, and integrity. This post is just a small sample of the outstanding achievements we’re recognizing. These tournaments showcase not only athletic skill, but teamwork, leadership, perseverance, and respect—values we are proud to foster at Hidden Oaks. Way to represent, Sharks! 💙🦈👏

🦈✨ Last night, the Shark Tank was buzzing with future scholars! ✨🦈 We were thrilled to welcome our current fifth-grade students and their families to Hidden Oaks Middle School for an exciting evening of exploration and connection. Our future Sharks enjoyed a warm welcome from the drum line, cheerleaders, NJHS/AVID students prior to hearing from administration, listened to our talented Bella Voce and band perform, met club sponsors, toured the future 6th‑grade hallways, and even heard directly from some of our amazing students about life at HOMS. The night was filled with excitement, joy, smiles, laughter, and eager anticipation for what’s ahead. The energy in the building was incredible—and it’s clear that the future is bright at Hidden Oaks Middle School! 🩵🦈 We can’t wait to welcome these sharks officially in August.

🍎MIDDLE SCHOOL PREVIEW NIGHTS🍎

Families of rising middle schoolers—there’s still time to explore what’s ahead! We have two more Middle School Preview Nights happening this week.

From advanced academics to athletics, the arts, and clubs, our schools offer meaningful opportunities for every student to get involved, grow, and succeed. Stop by to see it all in action!

🦈 Hidden Oaks Middle School: Tuesday, April 14
🦁 Murray Middle School: Thursday, April 16

Upcoming:
🐴 Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School: Tuesday, April 21
⚡️ Indiantown Middle School: Wednesday, April 22

Meet school leaders, learn about programs, and get a firsthand look at the middle school experience in our A-rated District.

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📣MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD📣

Have you filled out our annual parent/caregiver satisfaction and experience survey yet?!

Help us continue strengthening our schools by taking just a few minutes (seriously, just a few!) to complete the survey. Your feedback helps guide real improvements and supports a high-quality experience for every student across our District.

✔️ One survey per child or per school
✔️ Quick and easy to complete
🔗 Survey link: https://surveys.studereducation.com/f/41800138/4dd6/

Thank you in advance for taking the time to share your voice—we truly value your partnership!

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➕➖MCSD MATH WEEK IS HERE!✖️➗

Math Week 2026 kicks off tomorrow—and we’re so excited to go #ALLINMartin👊 for math!

From recognizing patterns to making connections, each day highlights how math shows up in creative ways:
🟰 Non-Equivalent Day – Mismatch it up!
🏀 Bring Your A Game – Rock your favorite jersey
👯 Equivalent Day – Dress the same as a friend
🕺 In My Math Era – Pick your favorite decade
🌎 Math Can Take You Places – Tacky tourist style

Let's put a fun twist on problem-solving all week long...be there or be squared!

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🍎CELEBRATING EXCEPTIONAL LEADERS🍎

Behind every strong school is a team making sure expectations are clear, systems are in place, and students have the support they need to succeed—and assistant principals are a big part of that work. 💪

As we wrap up #NationalAssistantPrincipalsWeek, we’re proud to recognize the Unstoppable leaders at Hidden Oaks Middle School, Indiantown Middle School, Spectrum Academy, and SeaWind Elementary - Hobe Sound, FL! 👏

To all of our APs, thank you for the role you play in sustaining excellence across our A-rated District. We appreciate you!

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🎨 What a terrific surprise at HOMS today! 🎨

A huge congratulations to Mrs. Foglia and her talented art students — Evelyn Gettings, Gabriella Hodder, and Bailey Concannon — for taking 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in the most recent Chick-fil-A Art Contest!

Today, these amazing artists were celebrated in Student Services with baskets, gift cards, balloons, and more — a well‑deserved recognition of their creativity and hard work.

We absolutely love seeing our Sharks shine in Art and beyond. Keep creating, keep inspiring! 🦈💙

Getting parent feedback is a vital part of creating the best possible atmosphere for our scholars. Tonight, I am incredibly thankful for our NJHS scholars who stepped up to warmly welcome parents and helped distribute flyers with QR codes to gather their voices and perspectives. Teamwork truly makes the dream work in the Shark Tank! 🦈💙

📣MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD📣

Our annual parent/caregiver satisfaction and experience survey is OPEN!

Help us continue strengthening our schools by taking just a few minutes (seriously, just a few!) to complete the survey. Your feedback helps guide real improvements and supports a high-quality experience for every student across our District.

✔️ One survey per child (if children attend different schools)
✔️ Quick and easy to complete
🔗 Survey link: https://surveys.studereducation.com/f/41800138/4dd6/

Thank you in advance for taking the time to share your voice—we truly value your partnership!

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We love celebrating our Sharks! 🦈✨ 
Recently, two of our outstanding 6th grade scholars were recognized for their accomplishments in Academic Games this year. Their hard work, teamwork, and commitment to learning truly shine! The celebration continues as both scholars will be honored on April 21st at our School Board Meeting. We are so proud of their achievements and love seeing our Sharks shine—both in and out of the classroom! 🌟📚

🍎CONFERENCE NIGHTS THIS WEEK🍎

Martin County School District families: It's time for conference nights!

📅 Middle School: April 7 | 5:00–8:00 PM
📅 Elementary: April 8 | 5:00–8:00 PM
📅 High School: April 9 | 5:00–8:00 PM

This is a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers, talk about progress, and look ahead to finish the school year strong. 💪📚

Be on the lookout for additional details from your child’s school.

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