

Thank you to all the families who have attended our Unlock Your Panther Potential classroom engagement events and to our K-3 families who joined us for UFLI Family Night. We appreciate your continued partnership and support in your child's education!
This week is National School Lunch Week, and we are excited to celebrate our diverse community during our "Unlock the World" Heritage Celebration. We hope you will join us for this special evening!
Don't forget to cast your vote for Mr. Acosta for Martin County Teacher of the Year!
https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/p/327/place-your-vote
Upcoming Events
📅 Tuesday, October 13
PTA Meeting, 5:30 PM
📅 Wednesday, October 14
Nisa/Pizzi Unlock Your Panther Potential Event, 7:45 AM
Early Release Day, student dismissal at 12:00 PM
📅 Thursday, October 15
Chick-fil-A Spirit Night, 2:00 PM-8:00 PM
Unlock the World Heritage Celebration, 6:00 PM
We look forward to another exciting week of learning, family engagement, and Panther pride!
¡Feliz sábado, familias Panther!
¡Gracias a todas las familias que han participado en nuestros eventos de participación en el aula Unlock Your Panther Potential y a nuestras familias de K-3 que nos acompañaron en la Noche Familiar de UFLI! Agradecemos su continua colaboración y apoyo en la educación de sus hijos.
Esta semana celebramos la Semana Nacional del Almuerzo Escolar, y estamos muy emocionados de celebrar la diversidad de nuestra comunidad durante nuestra Celebración de Herencia "Unlock the World". ¡Esperamos contar con su presencia en esta noche tan especial!
¡No olvide votar por el Sr. Acosta para Maestro del Año del Condado de Martin!
🔗 Vote aquí:
https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/p/327/place-your-vote
Próximos Eventos
📅 Martes, 13 de octubre
Reunión de la PTA, 5:30 p. m.
📅 Miércoles, 14 de octubre
Evento Unlock Your Panther Potential de Nisa/Pizzi, 7:45 a. m.
Día de salida temprana; los estudiantes saldrán a las 12:00 p. m.
📅 Jueves, 15 de octubre
Noche de espíritu escolar en Chick-fil-A, de 2:00 p. m. a 8:00 p. m.
Celebración de Herencia Unlock the World, 6:00 p. m.
¡Esperamos con entusiasmo otra semana llena de aprendizaje, participación familiar y orgullo Panther!

We’re continuing to celebrate our incredible Teachers of the Year! Today, we’re shining the spotlight on Mr. Richard Acosta, representing The Pinewood Elementary! 💛🖤🐾
We love hearing from parents about the difference our educators make! One parent shared how Mr. Acosta goes above and beyond to nurture students’ curiosity through his passion for science, cheer on students at extracurricular activities and give his time to support the school community. His impact reaches well beyond the classroom!
👏 Help us celebrate Mr. Acosta and all our Teachers of the Year by casting your vote through the Education Foundation of Martin County: https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/p/327/place-your-vote
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #MartinMeansMore

Good News Club is a FREE weekly after-school program where students can enjoy Bible stories, songs, games, and activities in a fun and welcoming environment!
📅 When: Wednesdays, October 21, 2026 – April 14, 2027 (on full school days)
⏰ Time: 2:05–3:30 PM
📍 Where: Pinewood Elementary School
📞 Questions? Contact Judy Friend at 772-215-5351.
Space is limited! Register today by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting https://cefpalmbeach.org/gnc.
Good News Club is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pinewood Elementary School or the Martin County School District.

Durante todo el mes de octubre, animamos a nuestros Panther a vestir de color rosa todos los viernes en reconocimiento al Mes de Concientización sobre el Cáncer de Mama. Vestir de rosa sirve como un recordatorio visible de que apoyamos a quienes han sido afectados por el cáncer de mama y ayuda a promover la concientización, el apoyo y la esperanza dentro de nuestra comunidad. 💗🐾

🎪🐾 STEP RIGHT UP, PANTHERS! 🐾🎪
The Cafeteria Circus is coming to Pinewood Elementary for National School Lunch Week, October 12–16!
Our cafeteria is serving up a whole week of BIG TOP favorites you won’t want to miss!
🎪 Monday: The Great “Brunch 4 Lunch” with Curly Carnival Fries
🌮 Tuesday: The Famous “Walking Taco” with Romaine Cup, Salsa & Black Beans
🍕 Wednesday: Three-Ring “Pizza Slice”
🍌 Thursday: Big Top “Banana Split Parfait”
🧀 Friday: Trapeze “Mac N’ Cheese” with Breadstick
STEP RIGHT UP FOR A CHANCE TO WIN!
Our Panthers can join the fun and enter our National School Lunch Week contest!
🍽️ Eat school lunch at least 4 days during the week.
✏️ Complete your NSLW Activity Guide and turn it in to the cafeteria by Thursday, October 15. Early entries are welcome!
🎟️ Enter for a chance to win a FREE Snack Voucher!
3 lucky winners will be drawn during EACH lunch period on Friday!
Come one, come all! Join us under the Cafeteria Big Top for a week of delicious food, exciting prizes, and Panther fun!


Want to explore one of the coolest places in the Martin County School District?
The Environmental Studies Center is opening its doors this Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.! 💎🐢
Come explore the coastal campus, meet community partners and learn more about the environmental education programs available for families and students.
And, of course, you’ll want to say hello to some of the ESC’s residents!
🐊 Joey the Alligator
🐍 Casey the Red Rat Snake
🐢 Oscar the Alligator Snapping Turtle
📍 Environmental Studies Center
2900 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach
Come see what makes the ESC such a special part of our District and the gem of Martin County! 💎
#ALLINMartin👊 #ESCisThePlaceToBe #MartinMeansMore

Their outstanding reading efforts earned them recognition as one of the top-reading classrooms in the Martin County School District during the Education Foundation of Martin County’s “Pop Open a Good Book” September Reading Challenge!
To celebrate their achievement, the class was rewarded with a Popcorn Party in a Box!
We are so proud of these Panthers for turning pages, reaching goals, and showing just how much fun reading can be!
A special thank you to the Education Foundation of Martin County for encouraging our students to develop a love of reading!
#EFMC
Students and their families came together for meaningful learning experiences, giving families a firsthand look at what happens in the classroom while strengthening connections that inspire growth and success!
The class recently wrapped up a novel study of Charlotte’s Web, bringing the story to life by creating dioramas showcasing their favorite scenes from the book.
What a wonderful opportunity to celebrate learning, creativity, and the special connection between home and school!








We’re getting ready for our 2nd Annual Staff Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 23rd from 5:15–6:00 PM, and we could still use your help filling our candy buckets!
Please consider sending in individually wrapped candy or a monetary donation to help us provide plenty of treats for our students.
Donations can be sent in with your student or dropped off at the front office.
And remember—the fun continues with PTA Bingo from 6:00–7:30 PM!
Thank you for helping make Trunk or Treat a sweet and spook-tacular night for our Panthers!

If your child has an unpaid cafeteria meal balance, you may receive an email similar to the one below from the Martin County School District Food & Nutrition Services Department.
If you have any questions regarding your child's meal account balance or need assistance, please contact the school. We are happy to help.💛🐾
Familias de Pinewood,
Si su hijo(a) tiene un saldo pendiente en su cuenta de comidas de la cafetería, es posible que reciba un correo electrónico similar al que se muestra a continuación por parte del Departamento de Servicios de Alimentación y Nutrición del Distrito Escolar del Condado de Martin.
Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el saldo de la cuenta de comidas de su hijo(a) o necesita ayuda, comuníquese con la escuela. Estaremos encantados de ayudarle. 💛🐾
Hello, this is Martin County School District Food & Nutrition Services.
We are contacting you to let you know that your child's cafeteria account has an unpaid balance. To prevent any interruption of meal account privileges, please submit payment to the school cafeteria or add funds through MySchoolBucks.com -TODAY. If the balance remains unpaid, your child will not be able to purchase à la carte items and will be given an alternate reimbursable lunch at the cost of $1.85 and $1.50 for breakfast.
If your family needs assistance with the cost of school meals, we encourage you to complete a Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application. Please note that approval of an application does not eliminate or forgive any existing meal charges on your child's account. Applications are available on the Martin County School District Food & Nutrition Services website, or you may request a paper copy from your school's cafeteria manager.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Hola, le habla el Departamento de Servicios de Alimentación y Nutrición del Distrito Escolar del Condado de Martin.
Nos comunicamos con usted para informarle que la cuenta de cafetería de su hijo(a) tiene un saldo pendiente. Para evitar cualquier interrupción en los privilegios de la cuenta de comidas, le solicitamos que realice el pago en la cafetería de la escuela o agregue fondos a través de MySchoolBucks.com HOY MISMO. Si el saldo permanece sin pagarse, su hijo(a) no podrá comprar artículos a la carta y se le proporcionará un almuerzo alternativo reembolsable con un costo de $1.85 y un desayuno con un costo de $1.50.
Si su familia necesita ayuda con el costo de las comidas escolares, le recomendamos completar una Solicitud para Comidas Gratuitas o a Precio Reducido. Tenga en cuenta que la aprobación de una solicitud no elimina ni perdona ningún cargo existente en la cuenta de comidas de su hijo(a). Las solicitudes están disponibles en el sitio web de Servicios de Alimentación y Nutrición del Distrito Escolar del Condado de Martin, o puede solicitar una copia impresa al gerente de la cafetería de su escuela.
Gracias por su pronta atención a este asunto.

Our principals, Mrs. Porter and Mrs. Carroll, wore blue in recognition of World Day of Bullying Prevention!
Together, we’re showing that kindness, respect, and inclusion are always in style at Pinewood.
Panthers choose kindness!
#WorldDayOfBullyingPrevention #BlueUp #PinewoodPanthers #ChooseKindness
Our SAC agenda can be viewed here:
https://mcsdfl.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/PWE/IQB0F7ui7SLrTJwa3OymFRPmAfQ2P4SbWZoZplUU1PacF6k?e=gxaKnX
Este mes, nuestra reunión del SAC será el miércoles 7 de octubre. La reunión comenzará a las 5:30 p. m. en la cafetería y será seguida por nuestra Noche Familiar de UFLI.
Este evento está dirigido a los estudiantes y padres de Kindergarten a 2.º grado, así como a algunos estudiantes seleccionados de 3.º grado y sus familias. ¡Esperamos contar con su participación!
Nuestra agenda del SAC puede verse aquí:
https://mcsdfl.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/PWE/IQB0F7ui7SLrTJwa3OymFRPmAfQ2P4SbWZoZplUU1PacF6k?e=gxaKnX

🌟 Happy Sunday, Panther Families! 🌟
We hope you received and had a chance to review our October Panther Connection newsletter. Here are a few important reminders about what's happening this week at Pinewood!
🪙 PTA Coin Wars Continues!
Don't forget to bring in your spare change and help support our school through this fun competition!
🏆 Vote for Mr. Acosta for Teacher of the Year!
Show your support by casting your vote here:
https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/p/327/place-your-vote
📅 This Week at Pinewood
Monday, October 5
💙 Wear Blue for World Day of Bullying Prevention
Wednesday, October 7
📸 Fall Picture Day
🚶 National Walk to School Day
👥 School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting at 5:30 PM
📚 UFLI Family Night for Kindergarten-Grade 3 Families following the SAC meeting
If you plan to attend UFLI Family Night, please complete the RSVP form:
Pinewood Family UFLI Night K-3 Students and Families – Fill out form
Friday, October 9
🐾 Owens/Mansfield Unlock Your Panther Potential Classroom Engagement Event
⏰ 9:00-9:30 AM
📝 End of Quarter 1
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to another great week of learning and growing together!
Have a wonderful week, Panthers! 🐾💙
🌟 ¡Feliz domingo, Familias Panther! 🌟
Esperamos que hayan recibido y tenido la oportunidad de revisar nuestro boletín Panther Connection de octubre. Aquí les compartimos algunos recordatorios importantes sobre lo que estará sucediendo esta semana en Pinewood.
🪙 ¡La Guerra de las Monedas de la PTA continúa!
¡No olviden enviar sus monedas sueltas para ayudar a apoyar a nuestra escuela a través de esta divertida competencia!
🏆 ¡Vote por el Sr. Acosta para Maestro del Año!
Muestre su apoyo emitiendo su voto aquí:
https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/p/327/place-your-vote
📅 Esta Semana en Pinewood
Lunes, 5 de octubre
💙 Vístase de azul en reconocimiento al Día Mundial de la Prevención del Acoso Escolar (Bullying)
Miércoles, 7 de octubre
📸 Día de Fotos de Otoño
🚶 Día Nacional de Caminar a la Escuela
👥 Reunión del Consejo Asesor Escolar (SAC) a las 5:30 p. m.
📚 Noche Familiar de UFLI para familias de Kindergarten a 3.er grado, inmediatamente después de la reunión del SAC
Si planea asistir a la Noche Familiar de UFLI, complete el formulario de confirmación de asistencia (RSVP):
Pinewood Family UFLI Night K-3 Students and Families – Fill out form
Viernes, 9 de octubre
🐾 Evento de Participación Familiar en el Aula Unlock Your Panther Potential de las maestras Owens y Mansfield
⏰ 9:00 a. m. - 9:30 a. m.
📝 Fin del Primer Trimestre
¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo y colaboración! Esperamos tener otra excelente semana de aprendizaje y crecimiento juntos.
¡Que tengan una maravillosa semana, Panthers! 🐾💙

Walk, Bike & Roll to School!
This Wednesday, October 7th, Pinewood is joining schools across the country in celebrating National Walk & Roll to School Day!
Skip the car when you can and walk, bike, or roll your way to school. It’s a fun way to get moving, enjoy the outdoors, and start the school day on an active note!
Learn more about National Walk & Roll to School Day: https://www.walkbiketoschool.org/
#PinewoodPanthers #WalkRollToSchoolDay #WalkBikeRoll #PWE #HealthyHabits

📸🍂 Fall Picture Day is coming to Pinewood!
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 7th!
Students will be photographed on both sets, and no pre-payment is required.
Digital proofs will be sent via text/email. Be sure to follow the directions on the flyer to opt in so you can receive your child’s proofs.
School dress code is required.
We can’t wait to see our Panthers looking picture-perfect!


On Monday, October 5th, we’re recognizing World Day of Bullying Prevention!
Panthers, we’re asking everyone to wear BLUE as we stand together in solidarity against bullying and show that kindness and respect belong at Pinewood.
Remember, we can all make a difference by including others, choosing kind words, and speaking up when someone needs help.
Let’s fill Pinewood with BLUE and show that Panthers choose kindness!
#blueup #Worlddayofbullyingprevention #unityagainstbullying

October is National Principals Month, and we are proud to celebrate our amazing principal, Mrs. Amy Porter!
Thank you, Mrs. Porter, for your leadership, dedication, and the care you show our Pinewood Panthers each and every day.
From supporting our students and staff to helping make Pinewood a place where everyone can learn, grow, and succeed. We appreciate all that you do!
Help us show Mrs. Porter some Panther love this month!
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #PinewoodPanthers #PantherPride #ThankAPrincipal

📚🌟 SSYRA SUPERSTAR! 🌟📚
Way to go, Aurora in 5th grade!
Aurora has already read, tested on, and earned brag tags for 7 out of the 15 2026–2027 SSYRA books!
She’s almost halfway through the entire list and showing some serious dedication to reading! We can’t wait to see which SSYRA book she tackles next!
Check out this year’s SSYRA list and encourage your Panther to join the reading fun!
#PinewoodPanthers #SSYRA #ReadingSuperstar #PantherPride #LoveToRead

PANTHER FAMILIES, WE NEED YOUR VOTE!
Our very own Mr. Richard “Rick” Acosta, Pinewood’s Science Lab teacher and 2026–2027 Teacher of the Year, is in the running for Martin County Teacher of the Year!
If your child has ever come home excited to tell you about an experiment, a discovery, or something really cool they learned in Science Lab, chances are Mr. Acosta helped spark that excitement! He brings science to life for our Panthers in Kindergarten through 5th grade with hands-on, engaging experiences that encourage them to explore, ask questions, and LOVE learning.
Now it’s our turn to show him some Panther love!
⭐ Vote for Richard Acosta – Science Lab Teacher
⭐ Only ONE vote per person will be counted.
⭐ A valid email address is required.
⭐ You can also share how Mr. Acosta has made a positive difference for your child, our school, or our community.
⭐ Community Choice votes will be incorporated into the overall judging process.
⭐ Voting is open through November 1!
🗳️ CAST YOUR VOTE HERE: https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/p/327/place-your-vote
Let’s show everyone what we already know at THE Pinewood Elementary School—Mr. Acosta makes science pretty amazing!
Vote, share, and spread the word, Panthers!

