Jensen Beach Elementary

🎙️ALL IN MARTIN🎙️ Episode 2 is here! 🎉 Watch or listen to the latest episode of the Martin County School District's podcast, All In Martin, now available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! In this second episode, Chief of Safety and Security Frank Frangella explains the key differences between lockdowns and lockouts on school campuses, and Bessey Creek Elementary School Principal Stacy Schmit highlights the upcoming Kindergarten Blast Off orientation event happening February 11 at 5:30 p.m. at all elementary schools! Tune in today to stay connected and informed about all things MCSD! 🎥 YouTube: https://bit.ly/40D4P8c 🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42h1oFo 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4alpwIN #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📚READ-A-THON COMPETITION📚 The competition is heating up in the Education Foundation of Martin County's A Winter's Tale: Read-A-Thon! Elementary students across the Martin County School District are diving into books, taking #MCSDReads AR tests, and racking up points for their teams: 🦉 Hoot Squad (J.D. Parker Elementary School, Warfield Elementary School, Port Salerno Elementary School, and The Pinewood Elementary) 🦊 Clever Crew (Bessey Creek Elementary School, Citrus Grove Elementary School, Jensen Beach Elementary School, and Palm City Elementary School) 🐻 Grizzly Group (Hobe Sound Elementary School, Felix A. Williams Elementary, SeaWind Elementary - Hobe Sound, FL, and Crystal Lake Elementary School) Prizes await the top teams and schools, and as of last Friday, the Clever Crew 🦊 is in the lead! Follow the Education Foundation of Martin County on Facebook for updates every Friday, and keep cheering on your team as the points climb! Let's get our reading on! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

JBE Families- Please click the link below for important JBE infomation. The Week in Advance https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AhBRdPII3VkSeTBALHtFo6xOWTpYLCv6ZxZ-6lKJVis/edit?usp=sharing

🎉CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY🎉 The Martin County School District is thrilled to announce our first-ever district-wide Black History Month celebration! Join us as we celebrate Black culture, the creativity of our students, and the power of community. 📅 Saturday, February 22, 9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. 📍 The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Stuart Club at 551 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Stuart Enjoy student performances from several different schools and get a taste of history through dish samples prepared by Martin County High School's Hospitality Management & Gastronomy students, inspired by chefs Bryant Terry and Jocelyn Jackson, two icons in culinary innovation and cultural storytelling. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County's Food Truck, Fork in the Road, will also have food for purchase. This is an event you don't want to miss! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎REPORT CARDS🍎 Second quarter report cards will be available in the FOCUS Parent Portal on Monday, January 13. View your child's grades and attendance records: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/ If you do not currently have access to the FOCUS Parent Portal, please click here to view instructions for claiming your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/ #ALLINMartin👊

📣📚 ENROLL YOUR CHILD IN VPK! 📚📣 The Martin County School District's Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten programs will begin accepting enrollment applications for the 2025-2026 school year on February 3, 2025, at 8 a.m.! VPK is an early learning program that provides developmentally appropriate instruction and activities to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond by building a solid foundation for school success. To be eligible, students must be four years of age on or before September 1, 2025, and reside within an eligible school attendance zone. Enrollment is limited! Don’t miss this opportunity to give your child a strong start for kindergarten and beyond. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3DQ2ihS #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🚀 TAKE FLIGHT WITH US! 🚀 Get ready to blast off into Kindergarten! Families are invited to attend our Kindergarten Blast Off orientation event on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at all Martin County School District elementary schools. At the event, families will discover what makes their home-zoned school unique! They’ll also receive information about meal programs, Extended Day after-school care, enrollment support, and more! 📅 Save the dates: Registration for Kindergarten will take place during Kindergarten Blast Off orientation events. The VPK registration process opens February 3, 2025. Prepare for liftoff by finding your child’s future elementary school and learning more about the enrollment process here: https://bit.ly/4279FLJ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🍎PARENT WORKSHOP: ESE PREK to KINDERGARTEN🍎 Is your child moving from PreK to Kindergarten next year? This Exceptional Student Education Parent Workshop is designed just for you! Join us on January 15 at 4:30 p.m. in the Martin County School District Board Room for helpful insights and guidance. What will you learn? 🍎 Updates to your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) to reflect Kindergarten placement. 🍎 How to communicate and collaborate with your child's team. 🍎 The importance of school visits and familiarization. 🍎 Strategies to focus on skill development for your child’s unique needs. 🍎 Actionable tips to support your child during this exciting transition. This workshop will be led by ESE Program Specialists Beth Merritt and Jennifer Langlois. Please contact Jennifer Langlois at 772-219-1200 extension 30480 or langloj@martinschools.org to RSVP, or RSVP through the Facebook event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/12EY5un8vDc/ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🌟WE NEED YOU!🌟 The Martin County School District is seeking volunteers to serve as judges for the 2025 STEM Fair! Help inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators by evaluating their amazing projects and encouraging their passion for STEM. 📅 Judging Dates: ➡️Elementary STEM Fair: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 ––Morning Shift: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ––Afternoon Shift: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ➡️Middle & High School STEM Fair: Thursday, February 6, 2025 9:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. 📍 Location: Indian Riverside Park - Dockside Pavilion, Jensen Beach ☕ Breakfast provided for all judges! 💻 Register today: bit.ly/MCRSEFJudge Your support will make a lasting impact on our students and ignite their journey in STEM. Join us and make a difference! 🚀🔬 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

👋 WELCOME BACK, MCSD FAMILY! 👋 We’re so excited to see our students and staff back for semester two! After a refreshing winter break, we’re ready to reignite our passion for learning, growth, and excellence. Let’s finish strong and make this half of the school year extraordinary! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎉 NEW YEAR, NEW OPPORTUNITIES 🎉 Start 2025 with a career that gives you more—like winter break off! The Martin County School District is hosting its Winter Job Fair on Thursday, January 9, from 4-6 p.m. in the School Board Room, located at 1939 SE Federal Highway, Stuart, FL. We’re hiring for key roles that make a difference every day, including: ❄️ Paraprofessionals (Exceptional Student Education & English Language Learners) ❄️ Teachers ❄️ Custodians ❄️ Transportation Staff Connect with school and District leaders, explore your options, and potentially leave with a conditional job offer the same day! Walk-ins welcome or save time and pre-register using the link: https://bit.ly/4gY70Iu Enjoy holidays and summers off, great benefits, and the chance to create meaningful connections while impacting the future of our students. Start your year by igniting your career with the Martin County School District! #ALLINMartin👊#PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

❄️ WINTER WISDOM ❄️ Winter break is almost over—make the most of it! Our Winter Wisdom page has everything students need to refresh their skills, prepare for the SAT/ACT, and even claim victory in the Holiday Hustle! From fun math and reading challenges to free college prep resources, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out—check it out now: https://bit.ly/3P2vAMx #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎉 Congratulations to our Fall IXL winners in ELA and Math! We can't wait to celebrate when you return in January. There’s still time to join the district-wide IXL challenge and help JBE rise to #1! #ignitespiritmcsd

❄️WINTER WISDOM❄️ SAT/ACT Prep, math activities, reading challenges, the Holiday Hustle... our Winter Wisdom page is your family's one-stop shop to keep boredom at bay and young minds sharp this holiday season! From fun learning activities to free college prep resources, we’ve got something for every student. Check it out and keep learning going all winter long: https://bit.ly/3P2vAMx #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

✨ Diary Entry Fun! ✨ Today, Mrs Clark's 2nd graders put on their creative thinking caps and stepped into the shoes (or should we say stones?) of Stone Soup and Stone Garden! 🥣🌱

Ms. Lunt's class had so much fun participating in Kindergarten's Gingerbread Boy Day. Thank you to our awesome volunteers for helping today! ❤️💚

JBE Families- Quick reminder! Related Arts gift. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ztT2L8IeSiC3DvrR21pn4SOO4TTA_x8b/view?usp=drive_link

Thank you to the Knights of Columbus members from St. Martin de Porres for celebrating the holidays with Mrs. Stoilkov's, Ms. Drew's, Mr. Falsey's, Mrs. Gebhardt's, Mrs. Madalenas and Mrs. Wiggins classes!🎄🎅🏼 Everyone had a great time!

Mrs. Higgins class practiced using tools to measure some of the properties of matter. 🧪 ⏱️ 📏

Ms. Lunt's Kindergarten Class had a great time on their very first field trip to the Environmental Studies Center. They had so much fun learning about turtles, meeting Joey the Alligator, and collecting shells on the beach! 💚 Such a fun day!