Jensen Beach Elementary

💛 Celebrating a Heart of Gold 💛 At the Sydney Young Golden Heart Award Ceremony, we were so proud to recognize our very own JBE Viking, George Comfort, for his compassion, kindness, and genuine care for others. George truly represents the best of who we strive to be at JBE. He leads with heart, treats others with kindness, and consistently lifts those around him up. His actions reflect integrity, empathy, and a quiet strength that makes a lasting impact on our school community. He doesn’t do it for recognition… he does it because it’s the right thing to do. And it was such an honor to celebrate him and shine a light on the difference he makes. We are so proud of you, George! 💙💛

Mrs. Clark’s Flat Stanleys have officially made it back home to JBE! 🌍✈️ What an incredible journey they’ve had—traveling far and wide to places like Canada, Reno, Mexico, Charleston, and Pennsylvania! Each Stanley came back with stories full of adventure, new experiences, and special memories. Our students loved reading about all the places their Flat Stanleys visited and sharing those stories with their classmates. It’s been such a fun way to connect, learn, and explore the world together right from our classroom. Thank you to everyone who helped make these journeys so memorable—these are truly #corememories 💙

💙 Happy National School Nurses Day! 💙
Today we recognize and thank our incredible school nurses who support the health, safety, and well-being of our students every day. A special thank you to Nicole O’brian, our District RN, and Christine Oquendo, our dedicated School Nurse, for your care, compassion, and commitment to our school community. We appreciate all that you do! 🩺📚 #SND2026 #SchoolNurses

We had a great time at our recent Spirit Assembly celebrating our Vikings! 💙💛

We recognized students who demonstrated the character trait of fairness, showing what it means to be kind, respectful, and treat others the right way. We are so proud of these students and the example they set for our school.

We also had a very special guest emcee—VPK student Crew Council! 🎤 He earned this role by being in the top 10 for Boosterthon sales during our PTA fundraiser, and he chose being the emcee as his prize. He did an amazing job and brought so much energy and confidence to the assembly!

Way to go, Vikings! 🎉💙💛

🚣‍♀️ Cardboard Boat Race Fun! 💙💛

Principal Smith and JBE student Julie Boynton took on the MCSD Cardboard Boat Race… and while we didn’t place, we’re proud to report—we didn’t sink! 🎉

Julie was an amazing teammate, bringing positivity, determination, and a great attitude to the race. It was such a fun experience, and we are so grateful for her willingness to jump in (not literally! 😄) and represent JBE.

Way to go, Julie! 💙💛

🍎 National Teacher Appreciation Week 🍎 This week, we celebrate the heart of our school — our teachers. Thank you for the passion you bring to the classroom, the patience you show every day, and the countless ways you inspire, encourage, and support our students beyond academics. Your dedication helps shape futures, spark curiosity, and create a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. We are truly grateful for all that you do, today and every day. #thankateacher

We are so proud to announce Lauren Hayton, our Extended Day Assistant Manager, as Jensen Beach Elementary’s School-Related Employee of the Year! 💙💛

Lauren is someone our students, families, and staff can always count on. She creates a welcoming, safe, and caring environment for our students before and after school, and the relationships she builds truly make a difference. She brings patience, kindness, and a calm, steady presence to everything she does.

Her dedication to our school community goes far beyond her role. She consistently steps in to help wherever needed and does so with a positive attitude and genuine care for others.

Lauren, thank you for all that you do for our JBE family. This recognition is so well deserved, and we are so grateful for you! 🎉💙💛

💙✨ Afterschool Professional Appreciation Week ✨💙

We recently celebrated Afterschool Professional Appreciation Week, and we want to take a moment to recognize how much we appreciate our incredible Extended Day team!

Our Extended Day staff creates a safe, welcoming, and caring environment for our students each day beyond the school day. They build strong relationships, support our students, and bring so much heart to everything they do.

We are so grateful for the dedication, patience, and positivity they show every single day. Thank you for all that you do for our JBE family! 💙💛

We are so proud to announce Mrs. Amanda McConnell as Jensen Beach Elementary’s Teacher of the Year! 💙💛

Mrs. McConnell is the kind of teacher who leaves a lasting impact on everyone around her. As a 5th grade teacher, she pours her heart into her students each and every day, creating a classroom where they are challenged, supported, and truly cared for.

Her impact reaches far beyond the classroom. She serves as our Kiwanis Kids Club sponsor, Spelling Bee coach, and Math Olympics coach—always finding ways to give more of her time and energy to help students grow and succeed.

Mrs. McConnell is passionate, dedicated, and deeply committed to her students and our school community. She goes above and beyond in everything she does, and this recognition is so incredibly well deserved.

Congratulations, Mrs. McConnell! We are so grateful for you and so proud to celebrate you! 🎉💙💛

Happy National School Principals’ Day, Mrs. Smith! 🍎 Thank you for your strong leadership, constant support, and the care you show our students and staff every day. Your dedication truly makes a difference in our school, and we are so grateful for all that you do to create a positive and welcoming environment. We appreciate you!

We loved celebrating our Positive Office Referral superstars this week! 🌟 These Vikings were recognized for making great choices, showing kindness, and living out our schoolwide expectations: Just Be Safe, Be Respectful, and Everyone’s Responsible. We are so proud of the positive examples they set each day. Way to go, Vikings! 💛💙

🥦🍎 Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍕🥛 Today we celebrate the incredible heroes behind the scenes who keep our students fueled and ready to learn. Our school nutrition team works hard every day to serve healthy, delicious meals with a smile—and they do it with heart, dedication, and care for every child. Thank you for all you do to nourish our students and make our school a stronger, happier place. We appreciate you today and every day! #schoolluunchheroday

Happy National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 🚌💛 Thank you for safely getting our students to and from school each day. Your patience, care, and dedication do not go unnoticed. We appreciate all that you do!

Staff Appreciation Week is coming up, May 4–8, and we are so excited to celebrate our amazing JBE team! 💙💛

Our staff shows up every day with heart, dedication, and a commitment to our students, and this is a special week to recognize all that they do.

We invite our students and families to join us in celebrating! Take a look at the graphic for our themed days and find ways to share your appreciation — small gestures can make a big impact.

Thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible staff who make JBE such a special place! 💙💛

💐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.

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925

April is National Autism Awareness Month 💙 We celebrated in the media center with interactive learning centers that gave students a hands-on understanding of experiences some individuals with autism may have. Students explored a sensory lab, brain lab, communication lab, and fidget lab—each designed to build empathy, awareness, and understanding. It was a meaningful week of learning, growth, and perspective. So proud of our students for being open-minded and engaged!

We had such a fun time at the Sunshine State Young Readers party sponsored by the JBE PTA! Students enjoyed a pizza party along with dancing and celebrating together. Thank you to everyone who helped make this such a special and memorable day!

We loved celebrating our Positive Office Referral superstars this week! 🌟 These Vikings were recognized for making great choices, showing kindness, and living out our schoolwide expectations: Just Be Safe, Be Respectful, and Everyone’s Responsible. We are so proud of the positive examples they set each day. Way to go, Vikings! 💛💙

⛵️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

Mrs. Curtner and Mrs. Monaghan's class had an amazing time celebrating at the Sunshine State Readers' party! 🎉 These students spent the past several months working hard to read five or more SSYRA books- what an accomplishment. So proud of their dedication! 📚 👏