It’s time to #FallBack! Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before heading to bed tonight. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, at 2 a.m. 🍂🕰

#ALLINMartin👊
5 days ago, Martin County School District
Daylight Saving Time ends
Hello Pinewood Family,

Our campus was glowing with storybook magic this week! It was such a joy to see our VPK and Kindergarten students turn into their favorite book characters for Book-o-Ween. The Book Fairy was especially delighted to see so many little readers showing off their love for stories.

And the excitement continues. Our Book Fair will run from 11/3 to 11/7! Sharing books with children is one of the most powerful things we can do. Reading to them, reading with them, or even listening as they read builds vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, and opens the door to curious, thoughtful conversations. Books really are tiny ticket-stubs to big worlds.

Thank you to everyone supporting our Thanksgiving Food Drive. Our AVID Ambassadors are working hard to collect donations and prepare baskets for families in need. Every item and every act of kindness makes a difference.

Here’s what’s happening this week at Pinewood:
• 11/4: Cub Scouts at 6 pm
• 11/5: Parent Conference Night (by appointment) & Book Fair Family Night
• 11/6: Thank you to the Rotary Club for donating dictionaries to all of our third graders!

Coming soon:
• 11/11: No school / Veteran’s Day

Have a terrific week, Panthers! 🐾

Hola Familia Pinewood,

¡Nuestro campus brilló con magia de libros esta semana! Fue un gran alegría ver a nuestros estudiantes de VPK y Kindergarten convertirse en sus personajes favoritos para Book-o-Ween. La Hada de los Libros estuvo encantada de ver a tantos pequeños lectores mostrando su amor por las historias.

Y la emoción continúa. ¡Nuestra Feria del Libro será del 3/11 al 7/11! Compartir libros con los niños es una de las cosas más poderosas que podemos hacer. Leerles, leer con ellos o escuchar mientras leen desarrolla vocabulario, fluidez, comprensión y abre la puerta a conversaciones curiosas y significativas. Los libros son boletos pequeños hacia mundos enormes.

Gracias a todos los que están apoyando nuestra Colecta de Alimentos para el Día de Acción de Gracias. Nuestros Embajadores AVID están trabajando arduamente para recolectar donaciones y preparar canastas para las familias que las necesitan. Cada artículo y cada acto de bondad marcan la diferencia.

Aquí están los eventos de esta semana en Pinewood:
• 4/11: Reunión de Cub Scouts a las 6 pm
• 5/11: Noche de Conferencias para Padres (con cita) y Noche Familiar de la Feria del Libro
• 6/11: Gracias al Club Rotario por donar diccionarios para todos nuestros estudiantes de tercer grado

Próximamente:
• 11/11: No hay clases / Día de los Veteranos

¡Que tengan una semana fantástica, Panteras! 🐾
6 days ago, Susanna Deutsch
Weekend Update 11/3/2025

📸 Picture Retake Day is coming to PWE on November 14th!

If your child missed the original picture day or you’d like a retake, please be sure to register at www.focusedonforever.com/retakes by November 10th to ensure they’re on the list.

👉 Important: Retake proofs will only be delivered electronically, so registering your child is required for their photo to be taken and for you to receive the proof afterwards.

7 days ago, Nicole Bowser
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🍎ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CONFERENCE NIGHT🍎

Elementary families–save the date! Conference Night at our elementary schools is next Wednesday, November 5. This is a great opportunity to meet with your student's teacher and discuss their progress for the year.

Please watch for specific details coming from your child's school.

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
8 days ago, Martin County School District
Elementary conference night
The Scholastic Book Fair’s giving program is open to businesses, organizations, alumni, and the entire community! Anyone can support students in our school who need help buying books. Learn more at https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/pinewoodelementaryschool7 . #ScholasticBookFairs
9 days ago, Nicole Bowser
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🍂 SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES 🍂

Families are invited to join the Martin County School District at this year’s Transition Fair!

This event is designed for families of students with varying exceptionalities in grades K–12 who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan. Explore additional resources from community agencies that offer extra support to help students thrive in school and prepare for life, education, and employment beyond graduation.

📅 November 3
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 MCSD School Board Rooms 2 & 3

#ALLINMartin👊 #UnstoppableSince1925
10 days ago, Martin County School District
MCSD Transition Fair 2025
📆EARLY RELEASE DAY COMING SOON📆

Families: We have an early release day this Friday, October 31! Students will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal.

View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud
10 days ago, Martin County School District
Early Release Day October 31
Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/pinewoodelementaryschool7 . #ScholasticBookFairs
Genere la eWallet de la Feria del Libro para que su nino o nina pueda comprar sin usar efectivo, sin preocupaciones y de manera independiente! Es facil de configurar y otras personas pueden enviar fondos con facilidad! Comience aqui: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/pinewoodelementaryschool7 . #ScholasticBookFairs
11 days ago, Nicole Bowser
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Hello Pinewood Family,
We had such a fantastic Heritage Night! I am so grateful to our amazing staff for helping students research and create their Continent and Country boards and for organizing the poetry readings. It truly took a village to set up the cafeteria with the displays and snacks, but it was a joy to share such a meaningful evening with all of you.

A special thank you to the parents who prepared tables and brought snacks to share — you made the night even more special!

Looking ahead:
📚 Book Fair: November 3–7. Please remember to return permission slips so your child can participate.
👩‍🏫 Conference Night: November 5 (all classes except 3rd Grade – Mr. Hannig and Kindergarten – Ms. Ketzlick; these will be rescheduled). If you haven’t heard from your teacher yet, please reach out to schedule an appointment.

This Week’s Events:
10/27: Red Ribbon Week – Wear Red!
10/31: Early Release Day (12:00 PM dismissal) and Book-o-Ween!

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Have a terrific week, Panthers! 🐾

Hola Familia Pinewood,
¡Tuvimos una fantástica Noche de Herencia! Estoy muy agradecida con nuestro increíble personal por ayudar a los estudiantes a investigar y crear sus carteles sobre los continentes y países, así como por organizar las lecturas de poesía. Realmente tomó todo un equipo preparar la cafetería con las exhibiciones y los refrigerios, pero fue un verdadero placer compartir esta noche tan especial con todos ustedes.

Un agradecimiento especial a los padres que prepararon mesas y trajeron refrigerios para compartir — ¡hicieron que la noche fuera aún más especial!

Próximos eventos:
📚 Feria del Libro: del 3 al 7 de noviembre. Por favor recuerden devolver los permisos para que su hijo/a pueda participar.
👩‍🏫 Noche de Conferencias: 5 de noviembre (todas las clases excepto 3.º grado – Sr. Hannig y Kindergarten – Sra. Ketzlick; estas se reprogramarán para otra fecha). Si aún no ha recibido comunicación de su maestro/a, por favor envíele un correo electrónico para programar una cita.

Eventos de esta semana:
27 de octubre: Semana del Listón Rojo – ¡Vístete de rojo!
31 de octubre: Día de salida temprana (12:00 p.m.) y Book-o-Ween

Gracias por su continuo apoyo y colaboración. ¡Que tengan una excelente semana, Panteras! 🐾
13 days ago, Susanna Deutsch
Weekend Update  10/27/24
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to PWE!
SAVE THE DATE! November 3rd-10th and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books! Start exploring together: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/pinewoodelementaryschool7 #ScholasticBookFairs
14 days ago, Nicole Bowser
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🍎REPORT CARDS🍎

First-quarter report cards have been posted! Student grades can be accessed by logging into the FOCUS Parent Portal and clicking the "Reports" tab and then "Grade Report" for elementary, or "Report Card" for secondary.

View your child's grades and attendance info: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/
Need to set up your FOCUS account? Follow these instructions to claim your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud
15 days ago, Martin County School District
Report cards posted
The PWE AVID Ambassadors would like to present their community project: Annual Food Drive for families in our community.
The class with the most items collected will earn a pizza party. You can bring items to Heritage Night tomorrow as well.

Last day for collection is November 10th!

Thank you for supporting our AVID Ambassadors and our PWE families during the holidays.

Los Embajadores de PWE AVID desean presentar su proyecto comunitario: Colecta Anual de Alimentos para familias de nuestra comunidad.

La clase con más artículos recolectados ganará una fiesta de pizza. También puedes traer artículos a la Noche del Patrimonio mañana.

¡El último día para recoger es el 10 de noviembre!

Gracias por apoyar a nuestros Embajadores AVID y a nuestras familias PWE durante los días festivos.
15 days ago, Susanna Deutsch
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⭐CELEBRATING GOOD CHARACTER⭐

It's Character Counts! Week, and in the Martin County School District, we are proud to recognize the importance of good character in shaping future leaders and building strong, respectful communities.

Grounded in the six pillars of Character—trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship—our students are learning that excellence isn’t just about achievement, but about integrity and heart. 💙

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #charactercountsweek
18 days ago, Martin County School District
Character Counts Week

UPDATE: The event at Indiantown Middle School has been canceled. Thank you for your understanding.

📲 DIGITAL DEFENSE 📲

Missed the first Digital Defense event? Don’t worry—there’s another opportunity to join the conversation!
The Martin County School District's Student Services Department and Visionary School of Arts are teaming up to help families navigate the digital world.

ℹ️ Behind the Screen: What Every Parent Needs to Know
📆 All Grade Levels: Oct. 23 | 6–7:30 p.m. | Indiantown Middle School

These free workshops are designed to give MCSD families tools and insights to help keep children safe and supported online. In this digital world, safety online is so important.

#ALLINMartin👊

21 days ago, Martin County School District
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🎉VOTE NOW!🎉

Join us in celebrating this week's TCPalm Teacher of the Week nominee, Ms. Dorie Laymon of The Pinewood Elementary! 💛🖤

Here's what her nominator said: "I will never be able to fully put into words the impact she has on my son’s life. She didn’t just teach him subjects from a book — she taught him to believe in himself. Her patience, encouragement, and belief in his potential helped him grow in confidence and made him a stellar student. When he walked in, he knew nothing, and now he is unstoppable. I can't thank her enough. Because of her, he loves school now; because of her, he wants to learn more."

➡️ Vote for her today and every day through Friday afternoon: bit.ly/46ZGNWI

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
23 days ago, Martin County School District
TCPalm Teacher of the Week Dorie Laymon

Hello Pinewood Family,

This past week we wrapped up the first quarter of the school year! As we look ahead to our second progress monitoring (PM2) in December, we’re ready to work hard, learn, and grow together.

Remember: You don’t come to school because you know everything—you come to learn everything. Some lessons may feel challenging, but your mind is powerful beyond measure. Keep showing up with an open mind and a “can-do” attitude, and amazing things will happen.

Of course, learning isn’t all we’re about—we have some fun events lined up this week, too:
📅 10/14 – Cub Scouts, 6:00 PM
🎀 10/15 – Wear Pink, Girl Scouts 5:00 PM, PTA Meeting 5:30 PM
🎃 10/16 – Trunk or Treat 5:15 PM, followed by Bingo! at 6:00 PM
👻 Families are welcome to come in costume. (Face paint and masks are not allowed.)

Let’s make this quarter one to remember. We can’t wait to see all of you this week!

Hola Familia Pinewood,

¡La semana pasada terminamos nuestro primer trimestre del año escolar! Mientras nos preparamos para nuestro segundo progreso monitoreado (PM2) en diciembre, estamos listos para trabajar duro, aprender y crecer juntos.

Recuerden: No vienes a la escuela porque lo sabes todo, vienes a la escuela para aprenderlo todo. Algunas lecciones serán desafiantes, pero tu mente es más poderosa de lo que imaginas. Llega cada día con la mente abierta y una actitud positiva, y verás grandes resultados.

Y por supuesto, ¡también tenemos actividades divertidas esta semana!
📅 10/14 – Cub Scouts, 6:00 PM
🎀 10/15 – Viste de Rosa, Girl Scouts 5:00 PM, Reunión de PTA 5:30 PM
🎃 10/16 – Trunk or Treat 5:15 PM, seguido por Bingo a las 6:00 PM
👻 Las familias son bienvenidas a venir disfrazadas. (No se permite pintura facial ni máscaras.)

Hagamos de este trimestre uno inolvidable. ¡Esperamos verlos a todos esta semana!

27 days ago, Susanna Deutsch
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🌊🐢💎EXPLORE A LOCAL GEM💎🐢🌊

Visit our one-of-a-kind Environmental Studies Center for its Open House on Saturday, October 11, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.!

Come explore the gem of Martin County and enjoy:
💎 Creative art projects
💎 Delicious food & fun games
💎 Self-guided tours
💎 Meet-and-greet with Joey the Alligator
💎 Student Entrepreneur Fair featuring local creativity and businesses
💎 One last chance to say goodbye to Saylor the Sea Turtle before her release 🐢

Bring the whole family for a day of fun, learning, and exploration! See for yourself why this place truly is a gem. 💎🐢🌊

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
30 days ago, Martin County School District
ESC Open House October 11, 2025 from 10am to 1pm
🎀BREAST CANCER AWARENESS🎀

On Wednesdays, we wear pink during Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 💞

Students, staff, and families—join us in showing support and spreading awareness by wearing pink each Wednesday throughout October. Together, we honor survivors, remember those we’ve lost, and stand with those currently facing breast cancer. Let’s fill our schools with love, hope, and a sea of pink this month. 💗

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #unstoppablesince1925 #MCSDCares #PinkInMartin
about 1 month ago, Martin County School District
Breast Cancer Awareness
STRONG ATTENDANCE = STRONG LEARNING 💪🍎

When students are in class every day, they gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed.

Attendance always matters, but October 6-10 is especially important. That's the week the state takes its enrollment snapshot to decide school funding for the year.

✅ Students in class = accurate snapshot = the right funding to support stronger schools in our A-rated District and better opportunities for our kids.

Let's work together to make sure our students are here next week—it makes a difference for everyone.

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
about 1 month ago, Martin County School District
Attendance Matters...especially during October 6-10
🎉CELEBRATING OUTSTANDING LEADERS🎉

It's officially National Principals Month, and we couldn't be more excited to give a well-deserved shoutout to these school leaders!

Their vision and dedication fuel student success and support teachers in delivering exceptional learning experiences. With their leadership, our A-rated District continues to set the standard for excellence. Join us in celebrating each of our remarkable principals by leaving your message of gratitude in the comments!

🍎Melissa Eversdyke, Adult Education
🍎Elizabeth Atkinson, Bessey Creek Elementary School
🍎Rose Rynca, Citrus Grove Elementary School
🍎Brenda Watkins, Crystal Lake Elementary School
🍎Dana Pallaria, Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School
🍎Sarah Tuthill, Felix A. Williams Elementary
🍎Christopher Forte, Hidden Oaks Middle School
🍎Trisha Elliott, Hobe Sound Elementary School
🍎Melora Norman, Indiantown Middle School
🍎Greg Bottari, J.D. Parker Elementary School
🍎Cristina Smith, Jensen Beach Elementary School
🍎Lori Vogel, Jensen Beach High School
🍎Janice Cizek (Interim), Martin County High School
🍎Tiffany Roth, Murray Middle School
🍎Lauren Rabener, Palm City Elementary School
🍎Susanna Deutsch, The Pinewood Elementary
🍎David Shaffer, Port Salerno Elementary School
🍎 Gary Sparks, Riverbend Academy
🍎Jennifer Michels, SeaWind Elementary
🍎Jaime Thompson, South Fork High School
🍎Mercedes Thurston (Assistant Principal serving as Principal), Spectrum Academy
🍎Dr. Chris Jones, Stuart Middle School
🍎Adelle Sumner, Warfield Elementary School
🍎Deb Stull, Willoughby Learning Center
🍎Angie Gilbride, Martin County PreK Programs

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
about 1 month ago, Martin County School District
National Principals Month