๐ COACH KISSED Aโฆ WHAT?!๐
That's right, Murray Middle School Coach Frank McChrystal puckered up and kissed a cowโ all for a good cause! Watch video: https://youtube.com/shorts/IqchYril3p0?feature=share
MMS FFA hosted a fun fundraiser where students bought tickets to vote for a staff member to smooch this adorable animal, owned by Agriculture Teacher Ms. Black. Coach McChrystal won by a landslide!
Agriculture is one of Murray Middleโs Specialty Pathways, offering hands-on learning & unforgettable experiences like this one.
โก๏ธ Enrollment is open for our high-performing school district! Applications submitted before March 31 receive priority. Learn more: https://bit.ly/43cf2tB
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ
Are you interested in seeing what life in the Lionโs Den is all about? Come join us on Thursday, April 3rd at 6pm in the cafeteria!
๐ฆ - Meet school administration, school counselors, teachers, and staff
๐ฆ - Hear from students and parents about life as an MMS Lion
๐ฆ - Explore clubs and other activities on campus
๐ฆ - School tours
This event is open to incoming 6th grade students and any student interested in joining our school family!
#RemodelingOurDen #MMSistheBESTchoice


๐ฅง HAPPY PI DAY ๐ฅง
March 14 (3/14) is all about celebrating ฯ (pi) โ the never-ending number that helps us measure circles and unlock the wonders of math! Did you know pi has been calculated to over 62 trillion digits? ๐คฏ Talk about a number that never quits!
Across our schools today, students will embrace the fun of Pi Day with exciting activities, from memorizing digits of pi to hands-on math challenges.

SPRING BREAK IS HERE!!๐๏ธโ๏ธ๐
All Martin County School District-operated schools will be closed for Spring Break from Monday, March 17 to Friday, March 21, 2025. Classes will resume on Monday, March 24.
We wish all of our families and employees a safe and relaxing break!
#ALLINMartin๐

Good afternoon, #MMSLions!
Don't feel like cooking dinner tonight? Stop by Culver's from 5-8 and grab some burgers and frozen custard! A percentage of your bill will be donated back to our FFA Chapter. Enjoy!

๐๏ธALL IN MARTIN๐๏ธ
A new episode of ๐๐๐ โ๐ โณ๐ถ๐๐๐พ๐ drops March 15โand weโre going ALL IN on Open Enrollment!
In this episode:
๐๏ธ Deputy Superintendent Dr. Tracey Miller explains what parents need to knowโimportant dates, how to apply, and what it means if a school is near capacity.
๐๏ธ Stuart Middle School 8th grader Alexis Pankhurst and South Fork High School senior Ameera Mehan share why they chose a school outside their home zone and what their experience has been like.
Tune in on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! Catch up on past episodes below. โฌ๏ธ
๐ง YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac
๐ง Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ
๐ง Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU
Make the best choice for your childโs futureโchoose the Martin County School District! Enrollment is open and applications submitted before March 31 receive priority! Learn more: https://bit.ly/43cf2tB
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ

๐๐ CONGRATULATIONS HISTORY FAIR WINNERS ๐๐
Students showcased incredible research and creativity at the History Fair Awards Night on March 6 at South Fork High School Fork High School. 1st Place winners are headed to the State History Fair in Tallahassee this May, while 2nd Place winners have the option to submit their work and attend as well!
A special shoutout to Q-Markis Brooks, a seven-time participant and former MCSD students, who shared how the History Fair shaped his journey and donated $500 to help support students advancing to state!
๐ Best of luck to our winners from Hidden Oaks Middle School, Murray Middle School, and South Fork High School as they prepare to represent Martin County at the next level!
See the full list of winners here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2077218

It's the last week of the 3rd quarter! Be sure your student is checking their Focus Portal and submitting any missing assignments before Friday.
Friendly reminder that next week is Spring Break! ๐บ๐ด

๐GET A CLUE!๐
Clue into school breakfast with the Martin County School District!
It's no mysteryโ a great school day starts with breakfast! A nutritious morning meal helps students stay focused, energized, and ready to crack the case on their learning. ๐
Our schools serve up delicious breakfast options to fuel young detectives for a day of discovery. Check out the fun, themed menu and celebrate National School Breakfast Week with us!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ


๐๐ฆCELEBRATING 60 YEARS๐ฆ๐
Murray Middle School is celebrating its diamond jubileeโ60 years of providing educational excellence in the Martin County School District! ๐ฆ๐ Join the Lions for a FREE community event on Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The Lionโs Den is looking nice and spruced up after a recent beautification day! Enjoy food trucks, family-friendly activities, and a look back at Murrayโs rich history. Connect with alumni, current families, and friends as we celebrate this incredible milestone!
๐ฝ๏ธ Watch the promo video and join the celebration! โก๏ธ https://youtu.be/Anvmu6e7s50?si=j2YLsIOPZ18ounON
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ








๐CLASS OF '29โFRESHMEN PREVIEW๐
Future Bulldogs, it's your turn! Get an inside look at everything South Fork High School has to offer at Freshmen Preview NightโTONIGHT, Feb. 27, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.!
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Explore Specialty Pathways
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Learn about International Baccalaureate
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Discover clubs, unique courses, and more
Donโt miss this opportunity to discover how SFHS can prepare your student for lifelong success!
Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year opens March 1. โก๏ธ Learn more: https://bit.ly/43cf2tB
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ

๐CLASS OF '29โFRESHMEN PREVIEW๐
Future Falcons! Get an inside look at everything Jensen Beach High School has to offer at Freshmen Preview Nightโtomorrow, Feb. 26, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.!
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Explore Specialty Pathways
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Learn about AP Capstone
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Discover clubs, unique courses, and more
Donโt miss this opportunity to discover how JBHS can prepare your student for lifelong success!
Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year opens March 1. โก๏ธ Learn more: https://bit.ly/43cf2tB
Upcoming Freshmen Previews:
๐ South Fork High School: Thursday, February 27, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ

๐BOOKS OF THE MONTH๐
Looking for your student's next great read? The Florida Department of Education Commissioner's Books of the Month are here! Spend time reading, learning, and growing with these featured titles.
February Books of the Month:
๐ PreK: "Celebrating Presidentsโ Day: What Is a President?" by Kimberly Jordano and Trisha Callella-Jones
๐ K-2: "The Front Steps: A True Story About a Boy Who Loved to Read" by Alan C Duncan and Anna Welch
๐ 3-5: "Abe Lincoln: The Boy Who Loved Books" by Kay Winters
๐ 6-8: "Bad News for Outlaws: The Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves, Deputy U.S. Marshal" by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
๐ 9-12: โGeorge Washingtonโs Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution" by Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger
Happy reading!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD

๐CELEBRATING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE๐
Our middle school mathletes didnโt just competeโthey DOMINATED the MATHCOUNTS Treasure Coast Regional Competition!
Students from all five Martin County School District-operated middle schools showcased their skills at Indian River State College, proving once again that academic excellence thrives in MCSD.
๐ NINE of the TOP 10 individual awardsโMCSD.
๐ CRUSHED the team competitionโHidden Oaks Middle School and Stuart Middle School took the top Overall Team spots.
๐ SPEED MATH CHAMPIONSโHOMS and Indiantown Middle School led the way in the Ciphering Round!
Congratulations to our incredible mathletes and to their dedicated coaches for this success!
Read all who won here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2047283
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ










It is the last week of February and we are celebrating our 60th Anniversary - Diamond Jubilee on Saturday! You donโt want to miss this event. ๐๐ฆ๐
โฝ๏ธ - Away games on Monday (SMS) and Wednesday (IMS) both start at 5:15
โค๏ธ๐ค - 8th Graders visit SFHS today
๐- SAC Meeting on Friday at 8am in the Media Center
๐- Diamond Jubilee on Saturday from 11-2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Anvmu6e7s50



๐PUBLIC SCHOOL PROUD๐
Itโs Public Schools Week, and weโre proud to serve 16,500 students across 12 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, 3 high schools, special centers, preschool centers, and adult education campusesโempowering the next generation of leaders, innovators, and difference makers!
Join us in celebrating the incredible students, educators, and staff who make the Martin County School District a place of excellence. Each day, weโll highlight what makes public schools the heart of our communityโstarting with MCSD Monday: 100 Years of Excellence!
Want to be part of our 100 Years of Excellence in Education celebration? Share your MCSD story here: https://bit.ly/4iNGDqs
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolProud #PSW25 #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ

๐ฉบ๐ ๏ธCELEBRATING CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION๐ ๏ธ๐ฉบ
Career & Technical Education (CTE) equips students with real-world skills for the future, and weโre celebrating in style! This week, students, teachers, and staff across the Martin County School District are invited to participate in themed dress-up days.
Chefโs hat or hard hat? Scrubs or a suit? Dress for the career that inspires you and highlight the many paths CTE offers!
๐ธ Snap a photo and DM usโwe canโt wait to see the creativity!
#ALLINMartin๐ #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ #PublicSchoolPROUD #GetThereFL

Murray Middle School is celebrating 60 years of Educational Excellence! March 1, 2025 from 11:00 until 2:00. Save the date!!
https://youtu.be/Anvmu6e7s50
We are headed into a busy season and we are SO excited!
โฝ๏ธ- Season opener on Wednesday vs. TCCA at MMS
๐ชด- Campus beautification day on Saturday (volunteers of all ages welcome)
๐- MCSD Black History Month Celebration on Saturday (Choir students perform at 11:30)
๐- Diamond Jubilee on Saturday, March 1st from 11-2pm


๐๏ธALL IN MARTIN๐๏ธ
Episode 3 is HERE! ๐๐ This month on ๐๐๐ โ๐ โณ๐ถ๐๐๐พ๐, weโre going ALL IN for Black History in Martin County, sharing stories and experiences that have shaped our community.
Tune in now to hear:
๐๏ธ Stuart Training School alumni Phillip Harvey and Godfrey Lee reflect on their education, the community, and the lasting impact of leaders like Dr. David L. Anderson, the Murray family, Dr. Jack White, and more.
๐๏ธ Dr. Chris Jones, Principal of Stuart Middle School, gives us a sneak peek into the Districtโs first-ever Black History Month Celebration, happening Feb. 22!
๐ง YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac
๐ง Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ
๐ง Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #BlackHistoryMonth #IgniteTogetherMCSD๐ฅ

