📚🦁 Martin County School District Back-to-School Community Celebration
This past Saturday, our Murray Middle School National Junior Honor Society proudly represented the Lions at the Martin County School District's Back-to-School Community Celebration!
Throughout the day, our NJHS students welcomed prospective families, answered questions about life at Murray Middle, and shared what makes our school community so special. They also handed out Lion backpacks, foam paws, and other fun giveaways while helping families get excited for the new school year.
We are incredibly proud of these student leaders for serving as outstanding ambassadors for Murray Middle. Their enthusiasm, kindness, and commitment to service truly reflected what it means to be a Lion.🦁
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
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Good morning, MMS Lions! 🦁
Can you believe we’re only one week away from the start of the 2026–2027 school year? Summer has flown by, and we are excited to welcome our new students and welcome back our returning families!
Here are a few important reminders:
1. Early ID Badge Printing – Tuesday, August 4 and Wednesday, August 5 from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM in the Front Office. Parents/guardians do not need to be present.
2. Parent & Family Engagement Nights – Tuesday, August 4 and Wednesday, August 5. Staff from HSE, MMS, and SFHS will be available to assist with registration, meal applications, Yellow Card completion, and other school-related support.
3. 6th Grade Orientation – Friday, August 7 from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM. This student-only event is a great opportunity for incoming students to get familiar with campus before the first day of school. Students should use their regular transportation if possible. Updated bus routes are available at www.martinschools.org. A free pizza lunch will be provided, and dismissal will begin at 12:50 PM.
4. Student Schedules – Available Thursday, August 6 in the Focus Parent Portal. Families are encouraged to create their portal account and complete all required updates and consent forms before schedules are released.
We look forward to an amazing year of learning, growth, and collaboration. Thank you for being part of the Murray Middle School family!
Our Lions are back! 🦁💙
Murray Middle School kicked off the first morning of the 2026–2027 school year by welcoming both new and returning staff members as we came together to prepare for another year of excellence.
Our administrative team shared updates, celebrated new faces joining the Lion family, and led staff through a meaningful data dive. Together, we reflected on last year's assessment results, reviewed valuable feedback from our students and families, and examined our 2026–2027 School Improvement Plan.
These conversations are more than just numbers—they help us celebrate our successes, identify opportunities for growth, and ensure every decision we make is focused on helping our students thrive.
We're excited for the year ahead and can't wait to welcome our students back to campus! 🦁💙
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!
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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
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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. 😉
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🦁 Attention Murray Lions! 🦁
Get ready for the new school year by attending our Pre-School Student ID Badging Days on August 4 or August 5 from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM!
Stop by to have your student ID badge created before school starts. Students who cannot attend will receive their badges during the first week of school.
We look forward to seeing our Lions and kicking off a great year! 💙💛
🎉 Join Us for a Parent/Family Engagement Night!
Connect with school staff from:
Hobe Sound Elementary
Murray Middle School
South Fork High School
📅 Dates & Locations:
August 4 — Hobe Sound Village Center
August 5 — Hobe Sound Mobile Home Park
🕓 Time: 4:00–6:30 PM
We’ll be offering help with:
Focus Registration
Yellow Card Completion
Meal Applications
❓ Have questions? Our staff will be there to answer and support you!
Come meet your school community—everyone is welcome! 👍
Bus routes for the 2026-2027 school year are now available on our Back-to-School webpage! Please note that routes are pending School Board approval on July 28.
📍 View routes and learn how to use the MyReaXiumApp, our real-time bus tracking tool for families:
https://www.martinschools.org/o/mcsd/page/reopening-2026-2027#bus
🚌 Not sure if your student is eligible for transportation? In most cases, students who live more than two miles from their home-zoned school qualify under state law.
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Florida's Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is happening now through August 20, making it the perfect time to stock up on school supplies, clothing, backpacks, computers, and more.
We've also made supply shopping easier with TeacherLists! Find your student's school supply list and shop it with just a few clicks.
🛒 Tax Holiday details: floridarevenue.com/backtoschool
📚 TeacherLists & supply lists: https://www.martinschools.org/o/mcsd/page/reopening-2026-2027#scl
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Our 2026-2027 Instructional Calendar is available—complete with holiday breaks, early release days, and those important Emergency Makeup Days.
🟦 Holiday breaks and days off? Shaded in dark blue.
🟥 Emergency Makeup Days? Outlined in red. If we don't need them, students get those days off. If we do, they become regular school days—and we'll always give families as much notice as possible.
Go ahead and bookmark this page today. Future you will be glad you did. 😉 https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
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Murray is looking for exceptional educators and student advocates to join our team! We are currently seeking a:
🦁 School Guidance Counselor
🦁 ESE (VE) Teacher
🦁 Math Teacher
🦁 Science Support Facilitator
Murray Middle School is truly the best-kept secret in Martin County. With a rich history of serving our community, a dedicated staff, supportive families, and students who inspire us every day, Murray offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Our close-knit school culture, commitment to student success, and passion for innovation make Murray a great place to grow your career.
If you're ready to be part of a school that values relationships, excellence, and opportunity, we would love to hear from you!
🦁 We're Hiring! 🦁
Murray Middle is seeking an exceptional Support Facilitator for Science with a passion for mathematics and a drive to support academic excellence. Bring your expertise, leadership, and enthusiasm to a team that is committed to student achievement.
It's time for week 7️⃣ of Math Review Monday!
Keep your skills sharp this summer by tackling this series, plus two IXL challenges every week—the perfect practice for your next grade level.
This week's example problem is for 6th grade! Check it out and see if you can solve it: https://bit.ly/3toHO7R
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🦁💙💛 Welcome to the Den, Amy Dunbar! 💛💙🦁
Please join us in welcoming Amy Dunbar, Murray Middle School’s Speech-Language Pathologist! Amy has served students in the Martin County School District for 27 years and has called Martin County home for 31 years. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues as they work together to help every student succeed. We’re excited to have her as part of the Murray family! 💙🦁💛
School starts in ONE MONTH, and we’re ready for another incredible year in the Martin County School District! 🎒📚
New year. New opportunities. Same relentless commitment to helping every student succeed—because Martin Means More.🫶☀️
Before the first bell rings, make sure you’re connected! Text START to 98900 to receive important back-to-school alerts. 📲
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Please join us in welcoming Lisa Garzia to the Murray Middle School Lion family!
With more than 20 years of experience in the Martin County School District and a passion for supporting students and helping all learners succeed, Mrs. Garzia is excited to build relationships and make a positive impact at Murray. 🦁💙💛
