MCHS families, students, and staff, please take a moment to read an important message from Principal Lori Vogel. Her update includes key information to help keep our Tiger community informed, connected, and successful.
Thank you for taking the time to read this important message from Principal Lori Vogel.
#MCHSTigers #TigerPride #StayInformed #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters #PrincipalVogelMessage
Tomorrow and Friday are Undergrad Picture Days at MCHS!
Calling all Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors...it's your time to shine! Whether you're sporting a fresh haircut, your favorite smile, or simply bringing your best self, make sure you're camera-ready and don't miss your chance to be featured in this year's yearbook.
📅 Picture Days:
📸 Thursday, September 17
📸 Friday, September 18
📌 Please see the attached schedule for picture day times.
🐯 Be there.
😁 Smile big.
📸 Make it memorable.
These photos will be part of the memories that define the 2026-2027 school year, so let's show off that Tiger Pride!📷🐯
#MCHSTigers #TigerPride #UnderclassmenPictures #YearbookReady #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters #SayCheese
🇺🇸🍽️ A Unique Taste of Freedom During Constitution Week 🍽️🇺🇸
As part of Constitution Week and the America 250 celebration, MCHS Culinary Arts students recently found a creative way to bring history, patriotism, and culinary talent together through "A Taste of Freedom."
The Culinary Arts Program invited teachers and staff to the Tiger's Den for a special tasting experience featuring an assortment of student-created hors d'oeuvres. Our culinary students truly hit it out of the park with their creativity, presentation, and flavors. While the event featured samples rather than full servings, each bite showcased the skill and dedication these students have developed in the program.
Adding to the experience, guests enjoyed student artwork and poetry displayed throughout the Tiger's Den, creating a meaningful celebration of both the Constitution and America's upcoming 250th anniversary.
What a fantastic example of how MCHS students combine creativity, talent, and learning to make history come alive in memorable ways. 🇺🇸🐯
#MCHSTigers #ConstitutionWeek #America250 #CulinaryArts #TasteOfFreedom #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters #CareerReady #C2Ready #FutureChefs
📚💙💛 AICE FALL RETAKE TUTORING IS HERE! 💛💙📚
Getting ready to retake an AICE exam this fall? Don't go it alone!
✅ The AICE Fall Retake Tutoring Schedule is now available, with subject-specific review sessions designed to help you prepare for success. These sessions are a great opportunity to:
📖 Review key concepts and content
❓ Ask questions and get extra support
📝 Practice exam skills and strategies
🎯 Build confidence before test day
⭐ All students planning to retake an AICE exam are strongly encouraged to attend! Taking advantage of these review opportunities can make a big difference in your preparation and performance.
Remember, students are responsible for the cost of retakes, so give yourself the best chance to succeed by attending tutoring sessions. Schedule information is available on the Review Sessions Calendar for the Fall Exam Series Nov2026.
🔗 AICE Tutoring Schedule/Calendar:
https://mcsdfl.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/MCH/IQDHxDPNLnnrSbUma-FhqTD7AfDfFC2iGdvHmjZSwXh7Fe4?e=n0qzCE
#MCHS #AICE #AcademicSuccess #CollegeReady #CareerReady #IAmC2Ready #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters
As we head into the weekend, we'd like to remind everyone that Monday, September 21, 2026, is a Non-School Day for all students and staff.
📅 No School on Monday, September 21
✅ Students do not report to campus
✅ Staff do not report to campus
Enjoy this extended weekend by spending time with family and friends, catching up on rest, and recharging for the week ahead.
We can't wait to welcome our Tigers back to campus on Tuesday, September 22, ready to learn, lead, and succeed!
💙💛 Have a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable long weekend, Tiger Nation!
#MCHSTigers #TigerPride #NoSchool #LongWeekend #TigerFamily #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters 🐾
I recognize that you have heard from me repeatedly this week regarding safety-related disruptions on our campus. Moments ago, Martin County High School received another threat through the state's FortifyFL reporting system—the third bomb threat involving our campus this week.
Today's report referenced two specific buildings, requiring both buildings to be evacuated while law enforcement conducted a thorough search. Students and staff were relocated to other areas of campus during the response.
Every threat must be taken seriously. Each report generates a significant law enforcement response, disrupts instruction, displaces students and staff, and creates understandable concern throughout our school community. Unlike many situations that may require an emergency response, the behavior prompting these repeated disruptions is entirely avoidable. It cannot continue.
We need our families as partners in addressing this behavior. Please speak directly with your children about the seriousness and far-reaching impact of making or participating in a false threat. What a student may view as a joke or a temporary way to avoid class can have widespread consequences for an entire campus and community.
FortifyFL is an important safety resource. Students and families who become aware of a credible threat—or who have a legitimate reason to believe questionable, dangerous or criminal activity may be occurring—should continue to report that information through FortifyFL. Information about submitting a report is available on our school's and the School District's websites.
However, FortifyFL must never be used to submit information that someone knows to be false. The District has zero tolerance for anyone who knowingly misuses the platform or participates in making a false threat. Any individual found responsible will face severe school disciplinary consequences and potential criminal charges.
We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing that false threats are neither harmless nor funny. They place an unacceptable burden on students, employees, families, law enforcement and the broader community—and they must stop.
Thank you for your immediate attention to this serious matter and for partnering with us to maintain a safe, orderly learning environment for every student and staff member at Martin County High School.
Yours in Education,
Lori Vogel
Principal
🐯 Tigers, let's bring home the win! 🐯
Martin County High School is competing in the Chick-fil-A High School Rivalry Contest from September 21-25, 2026 at both Chick-fil-A Stuart and Chick-fil-A Jensen Beach! Every qualifying purchase helps MCHS earn points, and points are based on our total sales. That means meals, family orders, team meals, and catering orders all help our Tigers climb the leaderboard!
📱 Ordering through the Chick-fil-A App: Use the code "TIGERS" with your Mobile Thru order.
🚗 Ordering at the drive-thru or front counter: Tell a team member that you are supporting Martin County High School Tigers when you place your order.
🎉 TIGER TAKEOVER TUESDAY Spirit Day & DOUBLE POINTS DAY 🎉
📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ Double points all day
🎶 Special performance by the MCHS Band from 5:00-6:00 p.m. at Chick-fil-A Stuart. Come enjoy the music, support our talented student musicians, and show your Tiger spirit!
Gather your family, friends, teammates, coworkers, and fellow Tigers, then head to Chick-fil-A Stuart for Tiger Takeover Tuesday! Let's fill the restaurant with blue and gold, cheer on the MCHS Band, and help MCHS earn valuable points in the rivalry contest.
Every order makes a difference as we compete for bragging rights and support our school community!
💙💛 Roar Proudly. Support the Tigers! 💙💛
#MCHSTigers #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters #GoTigers #ChickfilARivalry #TigerTakeoverTuesday #MCHSBand #TigerPride #TigersROAR #ChickfilA
Today, September 18, we celebrate National AVID Day and the students, teachers, and families who make our MCHS AVID community so special!
📚 AVID — Advancement Via Individual Determination — is a college and career readiness program that helps students develop the skills, confidence, and determination to achieve their goals. Through academic support, leadership opportunities, college readiness, and career exploration, AVID empowers students to take ownership of their future.
Today, we’re celebrating our AVID Tigers and all they are doing to prepare for success in college, careers, and beyond! 🐯🎓
AVID students. Brighter futures.
#NationalAVIDDay #MCHSAVID #AVID #MartinCountyHighSchool #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters
🎓🐯 MCHS Class of 2027 Seniors & Families: Scholarship Season Starts Now! 💰
Senior year is filled with exciting milestones, and planning for life after graduation is one of the biggest! We're excited to share scholarship opportunities available to Martin County High School seniors as you begin preparing for your future.
📚 The Student Access to Scholarship Postings spreadsheet is now available on the MCSD Scholarship Page (https://www.martinschools.org/page/scholarships-for-after-high-school)! This resource highlights local scholarships available to Martin County School District seniors and is updated regularly as new opportunities become available.
Here are a few important reminders:
✅ Some scholarships require the Standard Scholarship Application.
✅ Others have their own application process or may be completed online through Xello in ClassLink.
✅ Carefully review each scholarship's requirements, deadlines, and submission method (online, email, or mail).
✅ Continue checking Xello, as some scholarship opportunities are posted exclusively there.
📅 Don't procrastinate! Start exploring scholarships now, stay organized, and give yourself plenty of time to submit your strongest applications.
👉 Be sure to review the 2026-2027 Senior Scholarship Checklist & Timeline for important information, key dates, and helpful tips to keep you on track.
Parents and guardians, this is a great resource to bookmark and review alongside your senior as they navigate scholarship opportunities and prepare for graduation.
💙💛 The future is bright, Tigers. Start applying today and make your post-secondary dreams a reality!
#MCHSClassOf2027 #ScholarshipTimeline #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters #StudentAccesstoScholarshipPostings
This Friday, September 18, we're celebrating MCHS Constitution Spirit Day and honoring the enduring principles that unite us as Americans.
Wear your red, white, and blue and help fill our campus with patriotic Tiger pride as we recognize the Constitution and celebrate America's 250th Anniversary!
Let's see our students and staff come together in a sea of red, white, and blue as we showcase what it means to be part of the MCHS Tiger Family.
📅 Constitution Spirit Day 🎉 Friday, September 18 👕 Dress in Red, White & Blue!
Show your spirit. Show your pride. Show your Tiger colors... with a patriotic twist!
#MCHSTigers #ConstitutionSpiritDay #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters #RedWhiteAndBlue #America250
Do you have a passion for serving your community? Turn your volunteer efforts into a scholarship opportunity!
The Martin County School District Student Service Challenge is offering 40 students a $500 scholarship for demonstrating civic leadership and community responsibility through service.
✅ Complete 20 hours of community service
✅ Service hours must be completed between September 7, 2026 and October 2, 2026
✅ Submit an essay on Civic Leadership and Responsibility
✅ Open to students enrolled in district public and charter schools
📧 To apply, email cowlesm@martinschools.org using your school email account with the subject line: 2026 Student Service Scholarship
This is your chance to make a positive impact, strengthen your leadership skills, and earn money toward your future education. Whether you're helping at local events, supporting younger students, or volunteering in the community, every act of service counts!
💙 Serve. Lead. Inspire. Earn. 💙
#StudentServiceChallenge #MartinCountySchoolDistrict #CommunityService #ScholarshipOpportunity #StudentLeadership #CivicResponsibility #BrightFutures #FutureReady #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters #EducationFoundationMC #EFMC #FLBrightFutures #FloridaLottery #FLDOE
At MCHS, learning doesn't stop when the dismissal bell rings!
On our Early Release Day, after students were dismissed at 1:15 PM, our dedicated teachers spent the afternoon engaged in professional learning designed to support student success. Staff participated in sessions focused on:
✅ Understanding the MCSD Student Progression Plan
✅ Grading practices and what our gradebooks communicate to students and families
✅ Standards-Based Grading
✅ Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
✅ Classroom and testing accommodations that help ensure every student has the support they need
By continuously learning and growing as educators, our teachers are strengthening their ability to provide meaningful instruction, clear communication, and equitable opportunities for all students.
💙💛 We are proud of our Tiger educators for their commitment to lifelong learning and their dedication to helping every student succeed.
Every Tiger. Every Day. Every Moment Matters.
#MCHSTigers #EveryTigerEveryDay #ProfessionalLearning #TeacherGrowth #StudentSuccess #StandardsBasedGrading #IEP #Accommodations #MCSD #FutureFocused #EveryMomentMatters #PupilProgressionPlan
💙💛 Thank You, AICE Families! 💙💛
Thank you to all of our parents and families who joined us for the MCHS AICE Informational Parent Night. We appreciate your time, engagement, and commitment to supporting your student's academic journey through the Cambridge AICE Program.
It was a pleasure connecting with our newest AICE families and sharing information about the many opportunities available through this prestigious program. From understanding diploma requirements and course progression to exploring college and career advantages, your involvement plays a vital role in your Tiger's success.
We hope the evening provided valuable insights, answered your questions, and helped you feel confident about the exciting path ahead for your student. Together, we can ensure that every AICE student is prepared to excel academically and become truly College & Career Ready.
📌 Missed the presentation or would like to review it again? The AICE Parent Night presentation is available here and can also be found on the MCHS Cambridge/AICE webpage for easy access to important program information and resources.
Thank you for partnering with us as we support our students in achieving their goals and reaching their full potential.
#MCHSTigers #AICE #CambridgeAICE #TigerFamily #CollegeAndCareerReady #C2Ready #FutureFocused #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters
Students in Dr. Tucker's AICE English Language classes recently dove into a collection of thought-provoking articles from Upfront Magazine, selecting topics that matched their individual interests and curiosities.
As part of their coursework, students analyzed each article's context, audience, purpose, mood, and tone, developing a deeper understanding of how authors craft messages for different readers. Through close reading and thoughtful discussion, they strengthened essential critical thinking and communication skills that prepare them for success in advanced academics and beyond.
By connecting personal interests with rigorous analysis, these students demonstrated that strong readers don't just understand what an author says, but also how and why the message is delivered.
👏 Great work, Tigers! Your curiosity, insight, and dedication to learning continue to shine.
#MCHSTigers #AICEEnglishLanguage #CriticalThinking #ReadingWithPurpose #CollegeAndCareerReady #UpfrontMagazine #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters
Constitution Week officially begins on September 17, but Martin County School District students are already getting a head start!
Further highlighting the importance of this annual observance, the Martin County School Board approved the 2026 Constitution Week Proclamation at Tuesday night's meeting, developed with Ms. Rae Scimeca and the Halpatiokee Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
As we recognize the 239th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution, students across the District will spend the week learning about the document that continues to shape our nation and protect our freedoms.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore #ConstitutionWeek
✨👗 The Homecoming Dress Drive is STILL ON! 👗✨
Calling all MCHS Tigers! The Tiger Threads Thrift Store and our incredible MCHS Senior Cheerleaders: Bella L., Hadley M., and Lucy S., are continuing to collect Homecoming dress donations to help make Homecoming special for every student. 💙💛🐯
Do you have a Homecoming dress tucked away in your closet? Give it a second chance to shine! We are looking for gently used dresses that have been worn within the last two years and are still in excellent condition. Your donation could help a fellow Tiger feel confident, beautiful, and celebrated on one of the most memorable nights of the school year.
📍 Donation Drop-Off Location:
MCHS Front Office
👗 We Are Accepting:
✅ Homecoming dresses from the past 2 years
✅ Clean and in excellent condition
✅ Ready to help another student shine
A special thank you to our senior cheerleaders, Bella L., Hadley M., and Lucy S., for helping lead this effort and support their fellow Tigers! 💙📣
Every dress donated helps create an opportunity for another student to enjoy Homecoming with confidence. Let's continue showing what it means to be Tiger Strong and support one another, one dress at a time! ✨
#TigerThreads #MCHSTigers #Homecoming2026 #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters #GivingBack #TigerStrong #HOCOReady #OnceAWornDressTwiceALovedDress #MCHSCheerleading #SeniorCheerleaders #BellaL #HadleyM #LucyS
9/25 = 9-2-5! 💖🦋
The Martin County School Board has officially proclaimed September 25, 2026, as Dolly Parton Day throughout the Martin County School District! 💓📖
The day celebrates Dolly Parton’s remarkable contributions to children and literacy, along with the impact of programs like Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in helping young readers build a lifelong love of books.
We’re proud to celebrate alongside the Children’s Services Council of Martin County and The Library Foundation of Martin County as we encourage our school community to read, dream and grow together.
Here’s how to join us on Dolly Parton Day, a.k.a. 9/2-5:
📚Read for at least 30 minutes on September 25.
📖Get a library card and make your next great read easier to find.
💗Have a child age 5 or under? Sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to receive free books at home.
And, of course, dress the part! Think pink, rhinestones, boots and big hair. Or, dress in your favorite college team to represent the coat of many colors! 👢✨💕
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD #DollyPartonDay
Our MCHS AVID students had the privilege of welcoming Laura O'Neil from Big Brothers Big Sisters to learn about their incredible School-to-Work Program!
This program connects students with professional mentors, introduces them to exciting career pathways, helps develop workplace skills, and provides valuable real-world experiences as they prepare for life beyond high school.
Laura also shared her personal journey working in the nonprofit sector and spoke passionately about the fulfillment that comes from helping others. Her story was a powerful reminder that success is not only about building a career, but also about making a positive impact in the lives of others.
What a fantastic opportunity for our students to explore future possibilities, build meaningful connections, and see firsthand how passion and purpose can shape a rewarding career. Thank you, Laura, for inspiring our Tigers and investing in their future!
🐯Every Tiger. Every Day. Future Ready.✨
#MCHS #MartinCountyHighSchool #AVID #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters #BigBrothersBigSisters #SchoolToWork #CareerExploration #StudentSuccess #FutureReady
Do you have a story to tell, a vision to share, or a talent waiting to shine? The MCHS PTSA Reflections Contest is your chance to express yourself through the arts and be recognized for your creativity!
This year's theme is:
✨ "What My Culture Means to Me" ✨
The Reflections program encourages students to explore their thoughts, feelings, and ideas through artistic expression while building confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Students may submit original work in one or more of the following categories:
💃 Dance Choreography
🎬 Film Production
✍️ Literature
🎼 Music Composition
📷 Photography
🎨 Visual Arts
Whether you write, dance, compose, create films, take photos, or make art, this is your opportunity to showcase your unique perspective and share what your culture means to you.
🌟 Let your creativity inspire others.
🌟 Let your voice be heard.
🌟 Let your art tell your story.
Visit the National PTA Craft an Entry webpage for more information: https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections/craft-an-entry
Ready to reflect, create, and shine? Start your masterpiece today and join the PTSA Reflections program!
All entries are due November 11, 2026.
#PTAReflections #WhatMyCultureMeansToMe #MCHSTigers #TigerCreativity #StudentArtists #ExpressYourself #Reflections20262027 #ThinkCreateInspire #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters
Tomorrow is the day!
If your student is new to the Cambridge AICE Program, we invite you to join us for our AICE Informational Parent Night:
📅 Wednesday, September 16
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 MCHS Library Media Center
This session is designed to help families better understand the AICE journey and the many opportunities available to students through this prestigious program.
We'll cover:
✅ AICE Program Benefits
✅ Course Planning & Progression
✅ Testing Policies & Procedures
✅ Diploma Requirements
✅ College & Career Advantages
✅ Strategies for Student Success
Whether you're looking for answers, guidance, or simply want to learn more about the AICE pathway, this is a great opportunity to connect and get informed.
💙💛 We look forward to welcoming our newest AICE families and helping your Tiger succeed!
#MCHSTigers #AICE #CambridgeAICE #AICEParentNight #TigerFamily #CollegeAndCareerReady #C2Ready #FutureFocused #EveryTigerEveryDay #EveryMomentMatters
