๐ WELCOME BACK, MCSD FAMILY! ๐
Weโre so excited to see our students and staff back for semester two! After a refreshing winter break, weโre ready to reignite our passion for learning, growth, and excellence. Letโs finish strong and make this half of the school year extraordinary!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ

๐๐ก Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers! ๐ก๐
A huge thank you to Alex Coto for taking the time to present to our AVID 9th and 10th graders about his incredible journey in electrical engineering! ๐โจ Students were captivated by Alexโs insights into his college experience and career path, and they were especially excited to learn about the opportunities in the engineering field with companies like Florida Power & Light. ๐
Alex's story sparked curiosity and enthusiasm about the diverse and rewarding careers in engineering, leaving students motivated to explore their own futures in this dynamic field. ๐๐ผ
#AVID #EngineeringInspiration #CareerPath #ElectricalEngineering #FutureEngineers #MCHS


๐ขโจ Join the Conversation: Martin County High Schoolโs School Advisory Council (SAC) โจ๐ข
We believe in the power of collaborationโand we want YOU to be a part of it! Martin County High Schoolโs School Advisory Council (SAC) is inviting staff, parents, students, and community members to join us for monthly meetings where we plan, discuss, and make decisions that shape the future of our school. Our next meeting is January 13, 2025!๐ซ๐ค
Together, weโll work on:
School events & activities ๐
The School Improvement Plan ๐
Key decisions impacting our school community ๐ฃ๏ธ
Our SAC meetings are held once a month, every second Monday, and everyoneโs voice is welcome! ๐๏ธ We record meeting minutes, which are then voted on at the following meeting, ensuring transparency and involvement at every step.
This is YOUR chance to have a direct impact on the direction of our schoolโwhether youโre a parent, staff member, student, or local community member. Let's work together to make Martin County High School even stronger! ๐ช
#SAC #CommunityCollaboration #MCHS #SchoolImprovement #GetInvolved #TogetherWeGrow #MakingDecisionsTogether

๐ NEW YEAR, NEW OPPORTUNITIES ๐
Start 2025 with a career that gives you moreโlike 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.
Weโre hiring for key roles that make a difference every day, including:
โ๏ธ Paraprofessionals (Exceptional Student Education & English Language Learners)
โ๏ธ Teachers
โ๏ธ Custodians
โ๏ธ 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!
#ALLINMartin๐#PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ

โ๏ธ WINTER WISDOM โ๏ธ
Winter break is almost overโmake 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, thereโs something for everyone.
Donโt miss outโcheck it out now: https://bit.ly/3P2vAMx
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD


Happy New Year to our amazing MCHS students, families, and staff! ๐ As we step into this new year, weโre filled with excitement and anticipation for all the opportunities and successes ahead. May 2025 bring you joy, growth, and new adventures. Here's to fresh beginnings, continued learning, and achieving great things together. Wishing everyone a year full of happiness, health, and endless possibilities! Let's make it our best year yet!
We want to extend our warmest wishes to all our MCHS students, families, and staff! We are so grateful for the hard work and dedication that each of you brings to our community, and we look forward to all that we will accomplish together in the new year.
May your holidays be filled with joy, laughter, and quality time with loved ones.
Enjoy the holidays, stay safe, and we canโt wait to see you back in the classroom soon! Happy Holidays and a wonderful Winter Break to all!
#MCHS

โ๏ธWINTER WISDOMโ๏ธ
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, weโve got something for every student. Check it out and keep learning going all winter long: https://bit.ly/3P2vAMx
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD

๐บ๐ธ Honoring Our Heroes ๐บ๐ธ
On December 14, MCHS JROTC students had the privilege of participating in the American Legion Wreaths Across America event at Fernhill Memorial Gardens. ๐ฒ๐ซ
Our cadets showed incredible dedication by assisting with parking, presenting the Color Guard, and escorting military personnel during the wreath-laying ceremony. It was an unforgettable day of service, respect, and remembrance as we honored the brave men and women who served our country.
Thank you to all the cadets for your hard work and commitment to this meaningful event. Your actions today embody the true spirit of service and patriotism! ๐๐คโค๏ธ
#MCHSJROTC #WreathsAcrossAmerica #HonoringHeroes #MCHS#VeteransDay #CommunityService #ProudToServe
๐๐๐ Winner Announcement: Literary Holiday Magic Book Tree ๐๐๐
A big congratulations to Charles Brown, who made the most accurate guess for how many books were used to create this yearโs tree! With a guess of 344, Charles was only one book away from the actual number of books, which is 343! ๐
As a special prize, Charles will receive a Galaxy Volcano Motion Lamp to brighten his holidays! ๐
Thank you to everyone who participated and joined in the fun. All 111 entries were much appreciated, and we hope you had as much fun guessing as we did putting it all together!

๐ถโจ A special moment at the MCHS Choral Winter Concert! โจ๐ถ
We were thrilled to welcome back MCHS Choral alumni who returned to the stage to sing alongside our current Tigers! It was an unforgettable experience watching the generations of talented voices blend together in perfect harmony. ๐ฏ๐ค
The magic of music transcends time, and this heartwarming reunion reminded us all that the spirit of MCHS Choral will always be alive, no matter the year. ๐๐
Thank you to our amazing alumni for returning to share your talent and for inspiring our young singers! Here's to many more years of making beautiful music together. ๐ต๐
#MCHSChoral #TigersForever #WinterConcert #AlumniMagic #MCHS

As we approach Winter Break, MCHS sends warm wishes to all of its students, families, faculty, and staff! โ๏ธโจ
This is a time to rest, recharge, and spend quality moments with loved ones. Whether you're enjoying cozy family gatherings or simply taking a well-deserved break, we hope you embrace the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate.
We canโt wait to return in the new year, ready to tackle new challenges, celebrate achievements, and continue making memories together. Wishing you all a joyful, peaceful, and refreshing Winter Break. See you in 2025! ๐๐
#MCHSWinterBreak #RelaxAndRecharge #FamilyTime #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2025

๐๐ Huge congratulations to our incredible cadets for being selected as MCHS AF JROTC Cadets of the Month for December 2024! ๐๐
๐ Flight Level Cadet of the Month:
Cadet Kai Lawerence โ Your dedication, hard work, and leadership have truly shone this month. Keep soaring high! โ๏ธ
๐ Staff Level Cadet of the Month:
Cadet Sean McCallister Jr. โ Your commitment to excellence and teamwork have earned you this well-deserved recognition. Keep up the great work! ๐ผ
Weโre so proud of both of you for setting the standard and inspiring those around you! Keep up the outstanding work! ๐ซ #CadetOfTheMonth #Leadership #Excellence #MCHS #FutureLeaders
๐CELEBRATING OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEES๐
We are proud to announce the recipients of our new Ignite Excellence Award, created to honor employees who exemplify excellence in their dedication to students, colleagues, and our community. These individuals were nominated by their peers for their unwavering commitment to "igniting excellence" in everything they do.
November Award Recipients:
โจ Miranda Skarban, South Fork High School
โจ Julie Butler, South Fork High School
โจ Michael Biancone, Martin County High School
โจ Michelle Rolon, Felix A. Williams Elementary
โจ Jessica Warren, CTE Coach Coach, District Office
As part of this recognition, each awardee received special tokens of appreciation, made possible by the generosity of local businesses: Lynora's Palm City, Cali Coffee Stuart, Kneaded Escape Massage & Spa, Jeremiah's Italian Ice, Stringers Tavern & Oyster Bar, 4Ever Young Anti-Aging Solutions- Stuart, FL, HEW Fitness - Stuart, and Wax Unique.
Please join us in celebrating these incredible individuals! ๐๐
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ







๐ Congratulations to Ray Williams โ MCHS School Related Employee of the Year! ๐
We are thrilled to celebrate Ray Williams for his outstanding dedication, hard work, and commitment to making a positive impact at MCHS! ๐ His passion and tireless effort do not go unnoticed, and he truly embodies what it means to support and uplift our school community. ๐
Ray, thank you for all that you do! Your contribution makes a difference every day, and weโre lucky to have you on the team. ๐
Letโs all give Ray a round of applause in the comments! ๐๐
#MCHSEmployeeoftheYear #MCHS #CommunityHero #Congratulations #ThankYouRay #SchoolFamily

๐ถ What a special week for our MCHS OPUS students! ๐ They shined as Special Guests at the Sebastian Charter Junior High School Holiday Concert, spreading holiday cheer with their amazing performance. ๐๐ค After an unforgettable night, they were up bright and early to represent MCHS at the Palm City Chamber of Commerce Breakfast! ๐โจ
But the fun doesn't stop here! ๐ Tonight, join us at MCHS at 7pm for one final performance. Our talented students will close down the season by singing holiday tunes in the lobby for our amazing staff as they come in on Friday morning. ๐ถ๐
These hardworking students are truly making this holiday season magical! ๐ซ๐ #MCHSProud #HolidaySpirit #MCHS



๐พ๐โโ๏ธ Join us for the Third Annual Charity TIGER TROT! ๐โโ๏ธ๐พ Weโre excited to invite you to Martin County High Schoolโs Third Annual Tiger Trot on Saturday, February 22, 2025! ๐ This year, weโre raising money for the Gertrude Walden Day Care Center, and we need your help to make it a success! Whether youโre an experienced runner or just want to enjoy a fun walk with friends and family, thereโs a place for you! Details: ๐
Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025 โฐ Race Starts: 7:00 AM sharp ๐ Location: Veterans Memorial Park, Downtown Stuart, FL ๐ถ Stroller-Friendly! Bring the little ones along for the ride! ๐
Awesome Prizes & Medals for all finishers, plus age group awards! The course is flat and fast โ perfect for setting a new personal record while supporting an amazing cause. ๐ฅ ๐ฝ Special Perks: First 200 sign-ups get a souvenir shirt Packet Pick-Up: Thursday, February 20 & Friday, February 21 from 3-6 PM at Fleet Feet in Stuart Race Day Packet Pick-Up starts at 6 AM Register by February 10, 2025 for a guaranteed race shirt in your size! (Shirt sizes limited after Feb 10) โจ Letโs show what our community can accomplish when we come together! ๐จ Sponsorships Available! Want to be part of this amazing event? Weโre looking for sponsors to help make the Third Annual Tiger Trot the best one yet! Donโt miss out on this chance to make a difference, race for a great cause, and have a blast with the community! See you there! ๐ฏ๐ #TigerTrot2025 #CharityRun #MartinCounty #GertrudeWaldenCenter #SupportYourCommunity #5kRace #MCHS

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โ๏ธ "Dear Santa, where you been?!"
This holiday season, MCHS students in Ms. Stuvel's class decided to write Santa a letterโbut with a twist! ๐ They were tasked with expressing their thoughts on why Santa hasnโt visited them in the last few years. ๐ค๐
It wasnโt just about asking for presents this time; they had to use a variety of sentence structures, sprinkle in some figurative language, and make sure their voice was loud and clear. ๐๐ค
Some students wrote like true detectives, asking Santa, "Have you been tracking my good deeds, or did my list get lost in the North Pole mail system?" ๐ฌ Others got creative: "Maybe you got stuck in a chimney last year and decided to just skip me this time?" ๐ฅ
Either way, they definitely made their opinions known in their own unique voices! ๐ โ๏ธ
Looks like Santa might need a GPS to navigate these letters! ๐
๐ #SantaNeedsDirections #MCHSVoices #HolidayHumor #WritingGoals







๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐ฌ Forensics in action at MCHS! ๐ฌ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ
Students in Ms. Drumm's Forensics class are diving deep into the world of crime scene investigation with a hands-on fiber analysis study! ๐งถ๐งช Theyโre learning how fibers can be used as key evidence to solve mysteries, just like real-life forensic scientists. By examining different types of fibers and analyzing their properties, theyโre discovering how even the smallest clue can make a big difference in solving a case!
Itโs amazing to see our future forensic experts in action, applying science to uncover hidden details. ๐๐ก
#ForensicsInAction #FiberAnalysis #MCHSScience #FutureInvestigators #HandsOnLearning #MCHS



A huge thank you to Chef Southwick and his talented culinary students for serving up an unforgettable Holiday Luncheon at MCHS! ๐๐ฝ๏ธ The spread featured delicious dishes from a variety of cultures, bringing a festive and flavorful celebration to our school community. ๐โจ
The spread featured delicious dishes from a variety of cultures, including:
Breads:
Sweet & Savory Rolls (Japan)
Gingerbread Loaf (England)
Salads:
Rainbow Slaw (Thailand)
Cucumber-Yogurt Salad (Iceland)
Ensalada Navideรฑa (Mexico)
Main Dishes:
Ham (USA)
Tefteli (Meat & Rice Balls - Russia)
Stamppot (Kale & Veggie-loaded mashed potatoes - Netherlands)
Carrots & Zucchini (Netherlands)
Cookies:
Ginger Cookies (Ireland)
Honey Cookies (Germany)
Pizzicati (Italy)
Your hard work, creativity, and attention to detail truly made this a special event for everyone. ๐ We are so grateful for the opportunity to taste these amazing dishes and learn about different culinary traditions. ๐๐
Thank you, Chef Southwick, and the entire student culinary team, for making this holiday season even brighter! ๐
๐ซ #MCHSCulinary #HolidayLuncheon #Grateful #CulturalCuisine #MCHS


