🌟 Tuesday Teacher Feature 🌟
This week, we are excited to highlight Ms. Ireland Goens, one of Murray Middle School’s outstanding Social Studies teachers!
Ms. Goens majored in Social Studies Education and began her teaching career at the high school level in Orlando in 2022, student‑teaching AP Government and then teaching World History Honors in her first classroom role. She later joined the Murray Middle School family, where she has taught World History, U.S. History, and most recently Civics.
Throughout her three years at Murray, Ms. Goens has made a lasting impact beyond the classroom. She founded the Pink Lions, a girls’ empowerment club focused on confidence, sisterhood, and community—a vision she has had since college and one she’s been thrilled to watch grow.
Ms. Goens also serves as a leader of the House Leaders Club, collaborating with Coach Chasse and student leaders to facilitate House Meetings and pep rallies, helping build school spirit and unity across campus.
Thank you, Ms. Goens, for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to making Murray Middle School a place where students feel empowered and connected! 🦁💙
#TuesdayTeacherFeature #MurrayMiddleSchool #PinkLions #HousePride #MsGoens #MakingADifference
This week, we are excited to highlight Ms. Ireland Goens, one of Murray Middle School’s outstanding Social Studies teachers!
Ms. Goens majored in Social Studies Education and began her teaching career at the high school level in Orlando in 2022, student‑teaching AP Government and then teaching World History Honors in her first classroom role. She later joined the Murray Middle School family, where she has taught World History, U.S. History, and most recently Civics.
Throughout her three years at Murray, Ms. Goens has made a lasting impact beyond the classroom. She founded the Pink Lions, a girls’ empowerment club focused on confidence, sisterhood, and community—a vision she has had since college and one she’s been thrilled to watch grow.
Ms. Goens also serves as a leader of the House Leaders Club, collaborating with Coach Chasse and student leaders to facilitate House Meetings and pep rallies, helping build school spirit and unity across campus.
Thank you, Ms. Goens, for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to making Murray Middle School a place where students feel empowered and connected! 🦁💙
#TuesdayTeacherFeature #MurrayMiddleSchool #PinkLions #HousePride #MsGoens #MakingADifference
📣MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD📣
Our annual parent/caregiver satisfaction and experience survey is OPEN!
Help us continue strengthening our schools by taking just a few minutes (seriously, just a few!) to complete the survey. Your feedback helps guide real improvements and supports a high-quality experience for every student across our District.
✔️ One survey per child (if children attend different schools)
✔️ Quick and easy to complete
🔗 Survey link: https://surveys.studereducation.com/f/41800138/4dd6/
Thank you in advance for taking the time to share your voice—we truly value your partnership!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Our annual parent/caregiver satisfaction and experience survey is OPEN!
Help us continue strengthening our schools by taking just a few minutes (seriously, just a few!) to complete the survey. Your feedback helps guide real improvements and supports a high-quality experience for every student across our District.
✔️ One survey per child (if children attend different schools)
✔️ Quick and easy to complete
🔗 Survey link: https://surveys.studereducation.com/f/41800138/4dd6/
Thank you in advance for taking the time to share your voice—we truly value your partnership!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
🍔💙 Culver’s Care Night – Supporting Murray Middle FFA! 💙🍔
Mark your calendars and join us for Culver’s Care Night on Thursday, April 9th from 5:00–8:00 PM at Culver’s (2501 S Kanner Hwy, Stuart)!
Enjoy a delicious meal while supporting our Murray Middle School FFA — a portion of the proceeds from your purchase will go directly to benefit our FFA program and help support the growth and development of our amazing student leaders. 🌱🐮
Bring your family and friends, enjoy your favorite Culver’s treats, and give back to a great cause. We hope to see you there! 💛💙
Mark your calendars and join us for Culver’s Care Night on Thursday, April 9th from 5:00–8:00 PM at Culver’s (2501 S Kanner Hwy, Stuart)!
Enjoy a delicious meal while supporting our Murray Middle School FFA — a portion of the proceeds from your purchase will go directly to benefit our FFA program and help support the growth and development of our amazing student leaders. 🌱🐮
Bring your family and friends, enjoy your favorite Culver’s treats, and give back to a great cause. We hope to see you there! 💛💙
🏐🔥 Get Ready for NITRO BALL! 🔥🏐
The MMS PTSA is excited to present the Nitro Ball Tournament on April 10th from 4:00–6:00 PM! Think your team has what it takes to rule the court? 💪👟
🎟 Tickets are $5 and include admission, water, and chips
📅 Tickets will be sold at lunch from 4/6–4/9
🍿 Concessions will also be available for additional purchase
Come out for an afternoon of fun, games, and bragging rights while cheering on friends and classmates. Don’t miss it — this is one event you won’t want to sit out! 💙💛
The MMS PTSA is excited to present the Nitro Ball Tournament on April 10th from 4:00–6:00 PM! Think your team has what it takes to rule the court? 💪👟
🎟 Tickets are $5 and include admission, water, and chips
📅 Tickets will be sold at lunch from 4/6–4/9
🍿 Concessions will also be available for additional purchase
Come out for an afternoon of fun, games, and bragging rights while cheering on friends and classmates. Don’t miss it — this is one event you won’t want to sit out! 💙💛
🎉 Congratulations, NJHS Inductees! 🎉
Last week, Murray Middle School proudly welcomed our newest members into the National Junior Honor Society during a special induction ceremony. These outstanding students were recognized for their commitment to scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship, and character. We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and service they show both in and out of the classroom!
A special shout-out and sincere thank you to Dr. Caswell, our NJHS faculty leader, for her leadership, guidance, and continued dedication to supporting and inspiring our students. This celebration would not have been possible without her efforts.
Congratulations again to our NJHS inductees — we can’t wait to see the great things you’ll continue to accomplish! 🌟📘
Last week, Murray Middle School proudly welcomed our newest members into the National Junior Honor Society during a special induction ceremony. These outstanding students were recognized for their commitment to scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship, and character. We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and service they show both in and out of the classroom!
A special shout-out and sincere thank you to Dr. Caswell, our NJHS faculty leader, for her leadership, guidance, and continued dedication to supporting and inspiring our students. This celebration would not have been possible without her efforts.
Congratulations again to our NJHS inductees — we can’t wait to see the great things you’ll continue to accomplish! 🌟📘
🍎CONFERENCE NIGHTS THIS WEEK🍎
Martin County School District families: It's time for conference nights!
📅 Middle School: April 7 | 5:00–8:00 PM
📅 Elementary: April 8 | 5:00–8:00 PM
📅 High School: April 9 | 5:00–8:00 PM
This is a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers, talk about progress, and look ahead to finish the school year strong. 💪📚
Be on the lookout for additional details from your child’s school.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Martin County School District families: It's time for conference nights!
📅 Middle School: April 7 | 5:00–8:00 PM
📅 Elementary: April 8 | 5:00–8:00 PM
📅 High School: April 9 | 5:00–8:00 PM
This is a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers, talk about progress, and look ahead to finish the school year strong. 💪📚
Be on the lookout for additional details from your child’s school.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
🏀🎉 MARCH MADNESS CIVICS COMPETITION! 🎉🏀
Murray Middle School students—show off your creativity and your civics knowledge! 💡Students are invited to create a civics-themed meme about voting, civic engagement, or community participation for the March Madness Civics Competition.
✅ Open to all Martin County middle & high school students
✅ Tournament‑style competition
✅ Bragging rights and recognition up for grabs!
🗓 Memes must be submitted by April 17th
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to view the rules and submit entries.
Let your voice be heard—meme, vote, win! 🙌
Please see the flyer below for all the details.
Murray Middle School students—show off your creativity and your civics knowledge! 💡Students are invited to create a civics-themed meme about voting, civic engagement, or community participation for the March Madness Civics Competition.
✅ Open to all Martin County middle & high school students
✅ Tournament‑style competition
✅ Bragging rights and recognition up for grabs!
🗓 Memes must be submitted by April 17th
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to view the rules and submit entries.
Let your voice be heard—meme, vote, win! 🙌
Please see the flyer below for all the details.
📅 Murray Middle School Weekly Events 📅
Hello Murray families! Please take a moment to check out our weekly calendar of events to stay up to date on upcoming activities, important dates, and school happenings. We’re looking forward to another great week of learning and connection at Murray Middle School!
Thank you for your continued support, and as always, feel free to reach out with any questions. 💙🐾
Hello Murray families! Please take a moment to check out our weekly calendar of events to stay up to date on upcoming activities, important dates, and school happenings. We’re looking forward to another great week of learning and connection at Murray Middle School!
Thank you for your continued support, and as always, feel free to reach out with any questions. 💙🐾
📣MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD📣
We want to hear from you! Our annual parent/caregiver satisfaction and experience survey opens Monday, April 6, and will remain open through April 24.
Help us continue strengthening our schools by taking just a few minutes (seriously, just a few!) to complete the survey. Your feedback helps guide real improvements and supports a high-quality experience for every student across our district.
✔️ One survey per child
✔️ Quick and easy to complete
Thank you in advance for taking the time to share your voice—we truly value your partnership!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
We want to hear from you! Our annual parent/caregiver satisfaction and experience survey opens Monday, April 6, and will remain open through April 24.
Help us continue strengthening our schools by taking just a few minutes (seriously, just a few!) to complete the survey. Your feedback helps guide real improvements and supports a high-quality experience for every student across our district.
✔️ One survey per child
✔️ Quick and easy to complete
Thank you in advance for taking the time to share your voice—we truly value your partnership!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
📣SCHOOL CHOICE UPDATE📣
If you applied to attend a Martin County School District school through School Choice by March 31, your application status is live in the FOCUS Parent Portal—go check it out! 👀
Don’t forget: you’ve got 10 days to accept your spot. Once you do, your student can stay at that school all the way through the highest grade offered! Brand new to MCSD? After accepting, you will need to complete the New Student Registration process in FOCUS. (Details here: https://bit.ly/3Z1Ny6E)
Have questions? Look for the "Let's Talk" or "Contact Us" button on our website: martinschools.org.
Didn’t apply by the priority deadline? Good news! Enrollment and School Choice for our A-rated District are still open! Apply today: https://bit.ly/3Z1Ny6E
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
If you applied to attend a Martin County School District school through School Choice by March 31, your application status is live in the FOCUS Parent Portal—go check it out! 👀
Don’t forget: you’ve got 10 days to accept your spot. Once you do, your student can stay at that school all the way through the highest grade offered! Brand new to MCSD? After accepting, you will need to complete the New Student Registration process in FOCUS. (Details here: https://bit.ly/3Z1Ny6E)
Have questions? Look for the "Let's Talk" or "Contact Us" button on our website: martinschools.org.
Didn’t apply by the priority deadline? Good news! Enrollment and School Choice for our A-rated District are still open! Apply today: https://bit.ly/3Z1Ny6E
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Each year, the Education Foundation of Martin County hosts An Evening of Excellence. This event raises many of the funds that support impactful projects happening across campuses all over the district — including right here at Murray.
If you’re interested in volunteering for this wonderful event, please check out the link below! 💛✨
https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/p/450/event-volunteer-registration/preview/1
If you’re interested in volunteering for this wonderful event, please check out the link below! 💛✨
https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/p/450/event-volunteer-registration/preview/1
✨ Join the Magic! ✨
The Education Foundation of Martin County invites our community to An Evening of Excellence—a whimsical, Willy Wonka–themed night supporting students across Martin County! 💛🍫 See attached flyer for more details.
📅 Saturday, April 18, 2026
📍 Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club
🎟️ $250 per person
🎉 Cocktails • Dinner & Dancing • Bids for Kids Auction
Learn more: EducationFoundationMC.org
Let’s come together for a night of imagination and inspiration! 🌟
The Education Foundation of Martin County invites our community to An Evening of Excellence—a whimsical, Willy Wonka–themed night supporting students across Martin County! 💛🍫 See attached flyer for more details.
📅 Saturday, April 18, 2026
📍 Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club
🎟️ $250 per person
🎉 Cocktails • Dinner & Dancing • Bids for Kids Auction
Learn more: EducationFoundationMC.org
Let’s come together for a night of imagination and inspiration! 🌟
✨ Calling All Future Tigerettes! ✨
Murray Middle School students—are you ready to show your spirit, talent, and Tiger pride?
Join us for the MCHS Tigerettes Tryouts!
Check out the flyer for all the details on dates, requirements, and how to sign up. 🐯💛
Let’s see that Tigerette energy!
#TigerPride #Tigerettes #MurrayMiddleSchool
Murray Middle School students—are you ready to show your spirit, talent, and Tiger pride?
Join us for the MCHS Tigerettes Tryouts!
Check out the flyer for all the details on dates, requirements, and how to sign up. 🐯💛
Let’s see that Tigerette energy!
#TigerPride #Tigerettes #MurrayMiddleSchool
Hello Lion Families! 🦁
On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, Murray Middle will administer the BEST Writing Assessment across all grade levels.
Please review the following expectations with your student and assist them in preparing for a successful testing experience:
Testing Day Checklist ✅
☐ Get enough sleep, stay hydrated, and eat breakfast
☐ Know your testing date, time, and location
☐ Test with integrity—do your best and show your learning
☐ Bring your MCSD laptop, fully charged and working
Please note: A modified testing bell schedule will be in effect for all students and all classes on Tuesday. Even students who are not testing will follow the adjusted bell times.
🍓FARM TO SCHOOL WEEK🍓
Fresh, local, and full of flavor! 🍅
This week, our cafeterias are celebrating Farm to School Week with delicious, Florida-grown products—like crisp cucumbers, juicy grape tomatoes, sweet peppers, red bliss potatoes, and refreshing Florida milk.
It’s a great way for students to enjoy nutritious meals while learning what grows in their community! 🥔🥒
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
Fresh, local, and full of flavor! 🍅
This week, our cafeterias are celebrating Farm to School Week with delicious, Florida-grown products—like crisp cucumbers, juicy grape tomatoes, sweet peppers, red bliss potatoes, and refreshing Florida milk.
It’s a great way for students to enjoy nutritious meals while learning what grows in their community! 🥔🥒
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
🍎ON TIME. ALL IN. UNSTOPPABLE.🍎
Sometimes it’s the simple things that make the biggest difference.
A consistent routine, a little planning ahead, and staying connected with your child’s school can help set the tone for a strong day of learning.
Those small habits add up—together, let's help students show up On Time, go All In, and keep the momentum going all the way to an Unstoppable fourth quarter!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Sometimes it’s the simple things that make the biggest difference.
A consistent routine, a little planning ahead, and staying connected with your child’s school can help set the tone for a strong day of learning.
Those small habits add up—together, let's help students show up On Time, go All In, and keep the momentum going all the way to an Unstoppable fourth quarter!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
It's going to be another great week, Lions!
🦁💙 Updated weekly agenda below.
Don't forget--Tomorrow Bunny Grams will be on sale in the cafeteria at all lunches!
Principal Roth's 4th quarter newsletter is hot off the press! Check out the English and Spanish versions using the link below.
✨We're kicking off a new week here at Murray Middle--and it's a 4 day week with NO SCHOOL on Friday! 🙌
Even more exciting...we are down to the final 8 weeks of the school year. Let's finish strong, stay focused, and keep showing what it means to be a Murray Lion!🦁💙
🦁 Student-led, Student-focused 🦁 This week our incoming 6th graders from Hobe Sound and Seawind Elementary took field trips to Murray. Our future lions spent half the day on campus truly getting an idea of what a day look and feels like in The Den! All students toured the campus, visited a core class and an elective class, and finished the trip by having lunch in the covered area. The best part? The entire experience was facilitated by our Murray Student House Leaders! And that folks, is what it’s all about. Student leadership in action. 🦁💙
