Jensen Beach Elementary

🎉 What an AMAZING first day in first grade! 🎉 Ms. Creager's first graders kicked off the school year with big smiles, lots of fun, activities, and plenty of opportunities to make new friends! 💙💛 We're off to a fantastic start, and we can't wait to see all the fun and learning this year will bring! 🌟

💙💛 Your Voice. Your Ideas. Your Impact. 💙💛

Jensen Beach Elementary is looking for parents, staff, and community members who want to help shape the future of our school by serving on our School Advisory Council (SAC)!

SAC is a team of parents, teachers, staff, and community members who work together to review school data, provide input on school improvement efforts, and help make decisions that support student success. Whether you're a longtime Viking family or new to JBE, your perspective matters, and we'd love to have you at the table.

Our first SAC meeting of the school year will be:

📅 Wednesday, September 9
🕑 2:15 PM
📍 JBE Media Center

No experience is necessary! If you'd like to learn more about SAC or are interested in becoming a member, simply join us at our first meeting. We'd love to welcome you!

Together, we are stronger. Together, we are better. Together, we are JBE. 💙💛

#JBEVikings #SchoolAdvisoryCouncil #ParentPartnership #JBEProud #TogetherWeAreJBE

💙💛 We loved welcoming Superintendent Maine and members of his Executive Cabinet to JBE today! During their visit, Superintendent Maine spent time connecting with our Vikings, stopped by Ms. Lunt’s kindergarten classroom to see our youngest learners in action, and visited with our incredible custodial and cafeteria teams who do so much behind the scenes to keep JBE running each day. We are grateful for leaders who make time to connect with the students and staff who bring our schools to life. Thank you, Superintendent Maine and the MCSD team, for spending part of your day with us and for your continued support of JBE! We are always proud to show off our amazing Vikings and the people who make JBE such a special place! 💙💛 #JBEVikings #ExcellenceInAction

📣 Want to volunteer at JBE? We’d love to have you!

Our Volunteer Orientation sessions are coming up, and we’re excited to welcome parents, family members, and community members who want to get involved and make a difference for our Vikings! 💙

We’re offering three options. Each session covers the same information, so you only need to attend ONE:

📅 Wednesday, August 19 at 8:00 AM
📅 Wednesday, August 19 at 5:00 PM
📅 Thursday, August 20 at 5:00 PM
📍 JBE Media Center

Before volunteering at JBE, you’ll also need to register as an approved MCSD volunteer. You can find information and complete the volunteer process here:

MCSD Volunteer Services: https://www.martinschools.org/page/volunteer-services

Have questions? Wendy Marsh is happy to help! You can reach her at marshw@martinschools.org or call our front office at 772-219-1555, ext. 52100.

Whether you can give a little time or a lot, we’re grateful for everyone who chooses to be part of Team JBE. We can’t wait to see you! 💛

#WeAreJBE #JBEProud #VikingPride #JBEVolunteers

💙💛 More future Vikings are getting ready for kindergarten! 💛💙

We absolutely love seeing these sweet faces proudly posing with their JBE yard signs! 🥰 Before we know it, they’ll be walking through our doors, meeting their teachers, making new friends, and officially beginning their journey as Jensen Beach Elementary Vikings!

We can’t wait to welcome our newest Vikings to the JBE family! 💙💛

Kindergarten, here they come! 🎒✏️📚

#FutureViking #WeAreJBE #VikingPride #KindergartenHereWeCome

What a wonderful way to kick off the school year! ☀️ Last week, our JBE team joined the Jensen Beach Chamber of Commerce Welcome Back to School Celebration at Jensen Beach High School. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast from Kyle G’s, coffee from The Googan ☕️, some fun prize drawings 🎉, and most importantly, time together with our fellow schools and community partners. We are so grateful to the Jensen Beach Chamber and all of the local businesses who continue to show up for our schools and make our staff feel so appreciated. 💙💛 There’s nothing quite like the Jensen Beach community, and we’re excited for another amazing year with our Vikings! #WeAreJBE #VikingPride #ALLINMartin

What a way to kick off a new school year! 🎉 Our JBE team has been busy learning, planning, celebrating some INCREDIBLE student data 📈, and having plenty of fun along the way! We also loved welcoming our families back for Meet the Teacher and our Kindergarten & VPK Curriculum Night! A huge shoutout to our amazing JBE PTA for keeping our staff fueled and spoiled with lunch, goodies, and lots of thoughtful surprises! 💙💛 It’s been a great start, but the best part is still to come…our Vikings are back MONDAY! We can’t wait! 🥰 #WeAreJBE #VikingPride #ExcellenceInAction This still has the JBE energy, but doesn’t feel like the same opening we’ve used over and over.

🍎⏰ TODAY'S BACK-TO-SCHOOL CHECKLIST ⏰🍎

Before you go looking for teacher assignments and course schedules this afternoon... 👀

✅ Log into FOCUS Parent Portal.
✅ Complete ALL required Back-to-School Forms. (They'll pop up automatically—and some families may have more than two!)
✅ Then come back later to view your student's teacher assignment or course schedule.

Skip Step 2, and Step 3 won't be nearly as exciting. 😉

Get started: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore

💙💛 Meet Our New Viking! 💙💛

Please join us in welcoming Carmela Fernandes to the Jensen Beach Elementary family as our new English Language Learner (ELL) Paraprofessional!

A former JBE Viking herself, Carmela is excited to return to the school that helped shape her. After attending JBE from Pre-K through 5th grade and spending three years working in our Extended Day program, she is coming home to support the next generation of Vikings. We are excited for the kindness, encouragement, and dedication she will bring to our students, families, and staff.

Welcome back to the Viking family, Ms. Fernandes! 💙💛

#WeAreJBE #VikingPride #MeetOurNewViking #WelcomeToJBE

💙💛 Meet Our New Viking! 💙💛

Please join us in welcoming Christine Oquendo to the Jensen Beach Elementary family as our new School Nurse!

Christine is a Pediatric Registered Nurse with more than 35 years of healthcare experience and a lifelong passion for caring for children. She is excited to join the JBE community and looks forward to helping every student stay healthy, safe, and ready to learn. Christine is committed to building strong relationships with our students and families by providing compassionate care, open communication, and unwavering support.

Outside of school, Christine is a devoted mother and proud grandmother who loves spending time at the beach and making memories at Disney World with her family.

We're so excited to welcome Christine to JBE and know she will make a wonderful addition to our Viking family!

Welcome to JBE, Nurse Oquendo! 💙💛

#WeAreJBE #VikingPride #MeetOurNewVikings #WelcomeToJBE

📚✨MORE CHOICE. MORE POSSIBILITIES.✨📚

In the Martin County School District, we know one size doesn't fit all. That's why Martin County Flexible Education gives families more ways to access the premier, A-rated education we're proud to provide.

Whether it's taking courses in person at an MCSD school or learning online through Martin County Virtual School, students can choose the pathway that best supports their goals—with the same dedicated MCSD teachers guiding the way.

Because Martin Means More means providing more opportunities, more flexibility, and more ways for every student to succeed.

Learn more about Martin County Flexible Education: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4yBPRy4

#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD

💙💛 Meet Our New Viking! 💙💛

Please join us in welcoming Michaela Price to the Jensen Beach Elementary family as our new Kindergarten Teacher!

Michaela brings a unique background in early childhood education, school counseling, and international teaching. After earning her degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Central Florida and completing graduate studies in School Counseling at UNC Chapel Hill, she spent five years teaching abroad before serving as a school counselor in Georgia. She is excited to return to the classroom, where her passion for kindergarten and helping young learners thrive truly shines.

We're so excited to welcome Michaela to JBE and know she will be a wonderful addition to our Viking family!

Welcome to JBE, Mrs. Price! 💙💛

#WeAreJBE #VikingPride #MeetOurNewVikings #WelcomeToJBE

💙💛 More Future Vikings Are Joining the JBE Family! 💛💙

Our Viking family just keeps growing, and we couldn't be more excited! We loved welcoming even more of our newest kindergarten students and their families to Jensen Beach Elementary.

Every new face brings new friendships, new adventures, and endless possibilities. We can't wait to watch these amazing students learn, grow, gain confidence, and reach new heights this year.

Welcome to JBE, Future Vikings! Your journey is just beginning, and we're honored to be part of every step along the way. 💙💛

#JBEVikings #FutureVikings #GrowingTogether #WeAreJBE

💙💛 Viking Pride! 💛💙

We're incredibly proud of our own Mrs. Hannah Licameli for representing Jensen Beach Elementary as a presenter during the Martin County School District's New Educator Orientation!

As a Martin Mentor, Mrs. Licameli shared her passion and expertise by leading sessions on building positive relationships and creating structures for success. Her dedication to supporting new teachers reflects the collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence that make JBE such a special place.

Congratulations, Mrs. Licameli, and thank you for investing in the success of educators across our district. Your leadership is making a difference, and we're so proud to have you as part of our Viking family! 💙💛

#WeAreJBE #VikingPride #MartinMentor #TeacherLeadership #JBEExcellence #LeadingTheWay

🎉EXCITING NEWS!🎉

Tomorrow is the BIG day for our first-ever MCSD Back-to-School Community Celebration, and we have a very exciting update! 🥳

Thanks to our amazing community, local barbers will be providing FREE haircuts for students! Appointments are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today.

You'll also enjoy:
🎶 Live music
🌭 Free food
🎁 Student giveaways and school supplies (while supplies last)
🤝 Every MCSD school and nearly a dozen community partners—all in one place!

This is what Martin Means More looks like: a community coming together to celebrate our students and send them into a new school year feeling supported and unstoppable!

🗓️ Saturday, August 1
⏰ 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Stuart Middle School

💈 Sign up for a free haircut: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44ACA62BA4F5C34-64945889-barber
🎒 RSVP: https://bit.ly/3SsxU4t

We'll see you tomorrow!

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore

💙💛 Throwback Thursday 💙💛

As we count down the days until our Vikings return, we're looking back at one of our favorite end-of-year traditions... our Viking Send-Off! 👋🎉

On the last day of school, our staff gathered outside at dismissal to cheer, wave, and celebrate our amazing students as they headed off for a well-deserved summer break. There were smiles, high fives, and lots of excitement as we wished our Vikings a fun and memorable summer.

We hope our students are making wonderful memories, trying new things, and enjoying every minute of their break. But we have to admit... JBE just isn't the same without them! We miss the laughter, the energy, and the joy they bring to our campus each day.

Enjoy the rest of your summer, Vikings! We can't wait to welcome you back for another year of learning, growing, and making memories together. See you soon! 💙💛

#ThrowbackThursday #WeAreJBE #VikingPride #SeeYouSoon #JBEFamily

📣 Curriculum Night is almost here! 💙💛

We're excited to welcome our Viking families back for another amazing school year! Curriculum Night is a wonderful opportunity to connect with your child's teacher, learn about this year's curriculum and classroom expectations, and discover ways we can partner to support your child's success.

To provide flexibility for families, each Curriculum Night will be offered in two identical one-hour sessions. Simply choose the session that works best for your family!

🕠 Session 1: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
🕡 Session 2: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

📅 Kindergarten
Thursday, August 6

📅 1st & 2nd Grade
Wednesday, August 19

📅 3rd-5th Grade
Thursday, August 20

Whether you're joining us for the first or second session, you'll receive the same information and have the opportunity to connect with your child's teacher and learn about the exciting year ahead.

We can't wait to welcome our Viking families and kick off another year of learning, growth, and partnership!

💙💛

#JBEVikings #CurriculumNight #FamilyPartnership #EcoSchool

📲RING, RING

Did you get that text last night about our Back-to-School Community Celebration? If not… why not? 👀

Stay in the loop and never miss a message from your child’s school (or the District!)—text START to 98900 to make sure you’re signed up for text alerts. No spam. Just info you want/need about our A-Rated District.

While you're at it...sign up for Martin Moments! The latest edition is a checklist of all things back-to-school: https://conta.cc/3T7bTIQ

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #MartinMeansMore

💙💛 Meet Our New Viking! 💙💛

Please join us in welcoming Jacoya McIntyre to the Jensen Beach Elementary family as one of our newest custodians!

Jacoya has been part of the Martin County School District since 2018, serving in Extended Day and Transportation, and has always had a love for the school setting. A proud mom of two, she enjoys spending time with her children, cooking, reading, and helping others. Her positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to jump in wherever needed make her a wonderful addition to our Viking team.

We're so excited to welcome Jacoya to JBE and know she will play an important role in creating a safe, welcoming, and beautiful environment for our students and staff.

Welcome to JBE, Mrs. McIntyre! 💙💛

#WeAreJBE #VikingPride #MeetOurNewVikings #WelcomeToJBE

📆 LESS THAN TWO WEEKS UNTIL SCHOOL!📆

We know everyone's counting down to August 10... but before that comes August 6...👀

If you're excited to see your student's teacher assignment or class schedule in FOCUS, there's one important step first:

✅ Complete your Back-to-School Forms.

Once your forms are complete:
👩‍🏫 Teacher assignments and course schedules will be available beginning August 6.
🚌 Bonus this year: Bus routes can also be viewed in FOCUS!

A few minutes today = one less thing to think about later. 😉

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore