Parents, it's time for your annual FOCUS update!
Before the new school year begins, please take a few minutes to log into your FOCUS Parent Portal and review your child's information.
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Update emergency contacts
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Complete photo release forms
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Review and submit required consent forms
Keeping this information current helps us keep your student safe and ready for a great year at Pinewood Elementary!
Don't have a FOCUS Parent Portal account yet? Create one here:
https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/

Contact us if you are interested in joining our amazing Panther team!

Mark your calendars Panther families!!
ยกยกMarquen sus calendarios, familias Panther!!
ยกยกMarquen sus calendarios, familias Panther!!


Back-to-school season is almost here!
Our website has been updated with everything you need to get ready for the new school year - from Meet the Teacher information and supply lists to important dates, lunch menus, and more.
Check it out! We can't wait to see everyone soon!
https://www.martinschools.org/o/pes/page/parents-and-students
Our website has been updated with everything you need to get ready for the new school year - from Meet the Teacher information and supply lists to important dates, lunch menus, and more.
Check it out! We can't wait to see everyone soon!
https://www.martinschools.org/o/pes/page/parents-and-students

๐EXTENDED DAY REGISTRATION NOW OPEN๐
Extended Day registration for the 2026-2027 school year is OPEN!!
Registration takes place through the FOCUS Parent Portal. The Extended Day program is open to students who will be attending grades VPK-5 at a District-operated school in the upcoming school year. Students must enroll in the Extended Day Program at their school of attendance.
Learn more: https://www.martinschools.org/page/extended-day.
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD
Extended Day registration for the 2026-2027 school year is OPEN!!
Registration takes place through the FOCUS Parent Portal. The Extended Day program is open to students who will be attending grades VPK-5 at a District-operated school in the upcoming school year. Students must enroll in the Extended Day Program at their school of attendance.
Learn more: https://www.martinschools.org/page/extended-day.
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD


๐โ๏ธKEEP READING, MCSDโ๏ธ๐
Summer break isnโt over yet, and thereโs still time to make every page count! ๐
Our Hello Summer AR Challenge continues through August 9, giving students the chance to keep reading all summer long and earn recognition for their hard work. ๐
Plus, the Martin County Library System's Summer Reading Challenge is still open for elementary AND middle school students, with opportunities to earn free book prizes and even score a pass to Sailfish Splash Waterpark! ๐
Whether itโs 20 minutes a day, a favorite series, or discovering a new book, keep those reading skills strong before school starts.
Happy reading, MCSD!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore
Summer break isnโt over yet, and thereโs still time to make every page count! ๐
Our Hello Summer AR Challenge continues through August 9, giving students the chance to keep reading all summer long and earn recognition for their hard work. ๐
Plus, the Martin County Library System's Summer Reading Challenge is still open for elementary AND middle school students, with opportunities to earn free book prizes and even score a pass to Sailfish Splash Waterpark! ๐
Whether itโs 20 minutes a day, a favorite series, or discovering a new book, keep those reading skills strong before school starts.
Happy reading, MCSD!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore





โ๏ธ Still soaking up summer vibes, but we canโt help getting excited for August 10โฆ
School starts in ONE MONTH, and weโre ready for another incredible year in the Martin County School District! ๐๐
New year. New opportunities. Same relentless commitment to helping every student succeedโbecause Martin Means More.๐ซถโ๏ธ
Before the first bell rings, make sure youโre connected! Text START to 98900 to receive important back-to-school alerts. ๐ฒ
#ALLINMartin๐ #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
School starts in ONE MONTH, and weโre ready for another incredible year in the Martin County School District! ๐๐
New year. New opportunities. Same relentless commitment to helping every student succeedโbecause Martin Means More.๐ซถโ๏ธ
Before the first bell rings, make sure youโre connected! Text START to 98900 to receive important back-to-school alerts. ๐ฒ
#ALLINMartin๐ #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD

Summer Reading Challenge Update!
Our grade-level leaders are holding strong! Way to keep those pages turning and those AR quizzes coming!
๐ 1st Grade: Michael H.
๐ฆ 2nd Grade: Hazel T.
๐๏ธ 3rd Grade: Adelynne M.
๐ด 4th Grade: Maverick A.
โ๏ธ 5th Grade: Ryliana M.
๐ Special shoutout to Ryker P. in 4th grade! He's been climbing the leaderboard fast and making a big push this summer. Keep it up, Ryker!
There's still plenty of time to jump into the challenge! Read your favorite books, take those AR quizzes, and see if you can catch our current leaders before the challenge ends on August 10th.
Our grade-level leaders are holding strong! Way to keep those pages turning and those AR quizzes coming!
๐ 1st Grade: Michael H.
๐ฆ 2nd Grade: Hazel T.
๐๏ธ 3rd Grade: Adelynne M.
๐ด 4th Grade: Maverick A.
โ๏ธ 5th Grade: Ryliana M.
๐ Special shoutout to Ryker P. in 4th grade! He's been climbing the leaderboard fast and making a big push this summer. Keep it up, Ryker!
There's still plenty of time to jump into the challenge! Read your favorite books, take those AR quizzes, and see if you can catch our current leaders before the challenge ends on August 10th.


๐EXTENDED DAY REGISTRATION OPENS SOON๐
Extended Day registration for the 2026-2027 school year will begin Monday, July 13!
Registration will be available online through the FOCUS Parent Portal. The Extended Day program is open to students who will be attending grades VPK-5 at a District-operated school in the upcoming school year. Students must enroll in the Extended Day Program at their school of attendance.
Learn more: https://www.martinschools.org/page/extended-day.
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD
Extended Day registration for the 2026-2027 school year will begin Monday, July 13!
Registration will be available online through the FOCUS Parent Portal. The Extended Day program is open to students who will be attending grades VPK-5 at a District-operated school in the upcoming school year. Students must enroll in the Extended Day Program at their school of attendance.
Learn more: https://www.martinschools.org/page/extended-day.
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD


Let's give a pawsome welcome to Heather Dalcamini!

Welcome back to The Pinewood Ms. Goshien!

๐บ๐ธHOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS๐บ๐ธ
All Martin County School District school sites, offices and programs, including Extended Day and Summer Food Service Program, will be closed Friday, July 3rd, in observance of Independence Day.
#ALLINMartin๐
All Martin County School District school sites, offices and programs, including Extended Day and Summer Food Service Program, will be closed Friday, July 3rd, in observance of Independence Day.
#ALLINMartin๐

๐MATH REVIEW MONDAY๐
It's week 5๏ธโฃ of Math Review Monday!
Keep your skills sharp this summer by tackling this series, plus two IXL challenges every weekโthe perfect practice for your next grade level.
This week's example problem is for first grade! Check it out and see if you can solve it: https://bit.ly/3toHO7R
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #MathReviewMonday
It's week 5๏ธโฃ of Math Review Monday!
Keep your skills sharp this summer by tackling this series, plus two IXL challenges every weekโthe perfect practice for your next grade level.
This week's example problem is for first grade! Check it out and see if you can solve it: https://bit.ly/3toHO7R
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #MathReviewMonday

Summer Reading Leaderboard Update!
Our Pinewood Panthers are making reading a priority this summer, and these students are currently leading the pack in their grade levels!
๐ 1st Grade: Michael H.
๐ฆ 2nd Grade: Hazel T.
๐๏ธ 3rd Grade: Adelynne M.
๐ด 4th Grade: Maverick A.
โ๏ธ 5th Grade: Ryliana M.
Way to go, readers! Keep turning pages, taking AR quizzes, and climbing the leaderboard. There's still plenty of time to join the fun. Summer reading continues through August 9th!
Our Pinewood Panthers are making reading a priority this summer, and these students are currently leading the pack in their grade levels!
๐ 1st Grade: Michael H.
๐ฆ 2nd Grade: Hazel T.
๐๏ธ 3rd Grade: Adelynne M.
๐ด 4th Grade: Maverick A.
โ๏ธ 5th Grade: Ryliana M.
Way to go, readers! Keep turning pages, taking AR quizzes, and climbing the leaderboard. There's still plenty of time to join the fun. Summer reading continues through August 9th!


Panther families, please join us in welcoming Ms. Melora Norman as the new Principal of Pinewood Elementary School! ๐พ
A Martin County native and district alumna, Ms. Norman's journey in education began right here at Pinewood Elementary. Since then, she has served students and families as both a teacher and school leader, most recently as Principal of Indiantown Middle School.
Her experience working with students across grade levels brings a valuable perspective to her new role at Pinewood! Learn more about Ms. Norman: https://www.martinschools.org/o/pes/article/3004128
Welcome back to the Panther family, Ms. Norman! ๐พ
A Martin County native and district alumna, Ms. Norman's journey in education began right here at Pinewood Elementary. Since then, she has served students and families as both a teacher and school leader, most recently as Principal of Indiantown Middle School.
Her experience working with students across grade levels brings a valuable perspective to her new role at Pinewood! Learn more about Ms. Norman: https://www.martinschools.org/o/pes/article/3004128
Welcome back to the Panther family, Ms. Norman! ๐พ

Now is the time to enroll your kindergartner! We can't wait to meet our newest Panthers!


Welcome Oralia Perez!

Welcome Nicole Glover!

Welcome Peyton Stromik!

Welcome Tammie Meder!

