Riverbend Academy

🎆HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY🎆

We wish all of our students, families, staff, and community a safe and meaningful Independence Day!

Friendly reminder, all school and District offices are closed today.

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🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL SAVINGS🍎

Good news, Martin County families: Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday now runs all month long! From August 1–31, 2025, save on essential school items like supplies, clothing, and even computers.

Plus, we've made back-to-school shopping even easier with TeacherLists! Get everything on your student's supply list with just a few clicks.

Literally: just click, shop, and done. See what’s tax-exempt and start your shopping here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2294823

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🇺🇸HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS🇺🇸

All Martin County School District school sites, offices and programs, including Extended Day and Summer Food Service Program, will be closed Friday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day.

Extended Day will reopen on July 7th. Please note that not all Summer Food Service Program locations will reopen on July 7th. To view the specific locations and schedules, click here: https://bit.ly/3VzZeeW

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🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL READY🍎 Back-to-school shopping is now easier than EVER! The Martin County School District is excited to roll out TeacherLists—a new tool that makes finding your student’s classroom supply list quick, easy, and stress-free. Literally: just click, shop, and done. Here’s how it works: 🍎 Visit the School Supply Lists page on our website 🍎 Find your child’s school 🍎 Shop the full list directly from your favorite stores like Target, Amazon, and Walmart With TeacherLists, you can save time and help your students start the school year with everything they need! ➡️ Start shopping today: https://bit.ly/4k3bZc3 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

📐MATH REVIEW MONDAY IS BACK! 📐 Let’s keep those math muscles flexing all summer long! 💪 Each week, we’re sharing new Math Review Monday practice problems for students of all ages across the Martin County School District. ⭐️ NEW THIS YEAR!! Stay extra sharp by completing two suggested summer skills per week for your grade level on IXL! New problems post every Monday—check out one of this week's 2nd grade challenges below: https://bit.ly/3toHO7R #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MathReviewMonday

🧃☀️FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR STUDENTS🧃☀️ School may be out, but nutritious meals are still in! The Martin County School District will be serving free breakfast and lunch for all children 18 and under at select school sites starting Monday, June 2, 2025, with no income restrictions. Meal service dates and times will vary by location. Children must remain on location while they are eating their meals. Our Summer Feeding Bus is back as well! You can find the beautiful, bright bus serving lunch at St. Lucie Mobile Village and Booker Park in Indiantown starting Monday. 📍Find a meal site near you: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2240674 #ALLINMartin👊

🍎EARLY RELEASE & NO SCHOOL🍎 Reminder, Martin County families: we have Early Release today! There's no school on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. All District-operated schools and offices will be closed. View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars #ALLINMartin👊

🍎EARLY RELEASE & NO SCHOOL🍎 Reminder, Martin County families: we have Early Release on Friday, May 23, followed by no school on Monday, May 26! View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars #ALLINMartin👊

🎉VOTE FOR OUR TEACHER OF THE WEEK🎉 There's still time to vote for Ms. Susan Wilbanks from Riverbend Academy as TCPalm's Teacher of the Week! Get to know Ms. Wilbanks: "She draws the artistic skills out of each one [of her students] with sensitivity and insight. Her dedication is unparalleled as she devotes extra time to helping them develop life coping skills... I don’t know that I have ever worked with a teacher who positively affirmed each student while developing creativity as well as Susan does," Visionary School of Arts CEO Lynne Barletta shared. Let’s show her how much our community appreciates her extraordinary impact. Cast your vote by noon! 🗳️ Vote here: https://bit.ly/3F4qJsS #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎙️ALL IN MARTIN: GET READY FOR SUMMER!🎙️ The school year may be winding down, but the latest episode of All In Martin is heating up! ☀️😎 In Episode 6 of our monthly podcast, we sit down with three teachers—Mrs. Vanessa Molina-Council (MCSD 24-25 Teacher of the Year from Citrus Grove Elementary School), Mrs. Rachel Smith (Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School's 25-26 Teacher of the Year), and Mrs. Samantha Pankhurst (MCSD's 24-25 High School Teacher of the Year from Jensen Beach High School)—to reflect on this school year and share tips to help students stay sharp over the summer. PLUS: Superintendent Michael Maine joins us to share his end-of-year message for students, families, and staff across the Martin County School District. ➡️ New episode drops May 15 on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts! Catch up on previous episodes: 🎧 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac 🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎉VOTE FOR OUR TEACHER OF THE WEEK🎉 We’re thrilled to share that Susan Wilbanks, a dedicated ELA teacher at Riverbend Academy, has been nominated for TCPalm's Teacher of the Week! Mrs. Wilbanks is known for creating a classroom where every student feels seen and supported. Not only does she go above and beyond for her students, but her coworkers as well. Here's what some of her Riverbend family had to say: ⭐️ "Her ability to connect with students, tailor her approach to meet individual needs, and make complex concepts accessible is truly inspiring. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and it's clear that she's not just teaching subjects, but also values and life skills that will benefit her students far beyond the classroom." ⭐️ "Susi Wilbanks is an exceptional english teacher who not only fosters a deep love of literature and language in her students, but also integrates the arts in a way that makes learning truly inspiring." Let’s show her how much our community appreciates her extraordinary impact. Cast your vote by Friday, May 16, at noon! 🗳️ Vote here: https://bit.ly/3F4qJsS #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📣HELP US HELP YOU!📣 We know you want the best possible education for your child, and so do we! Help us help you and our students by taking a few minutes (literally only a few minutes!!) to fill out Martin County School District’s annual Satisfaction & Engagement Survey. HURRY! The deadline is May 9! This is for MCSD families of all grade levels. Tell us what’s working, what could be better, and what makes your kiddo excited (or not-so-excited) to go to school. Your feedback helps shape real improvements in our schools—like attendance, academics, and overall student outcomes. It’s short. It’s important. It’s anonymous. Take the survey now: https://bit.ly/3Egq9Ib We sincerely thank our families for partnering with us on our mission to provide excellent education for all students. #ALLINMartin👊

🎨🚒HONORING BRAVERY THROUGH CREATIVITY🚒🎨 Riverbend Academy art students recently poured their hearts into a very special tribute to local firefighters. For the students, it's a gift that symbolizes both gratitude and healing. With the guidance of artist Lynne Barretta from the Visionary School of Arts, seven talented students created “Freedom,” a beautiful painting of baby sea turtles breaking free and beginning anew. The turtles represent hope, resilience, and freedom, in a subtle way reflecting the students' own journeys. Each student included a personal message, sharing part of their story and the strength it took to move forward. The artwork serves as a way to express emotional healing without words. We are incredibly proud of these brave, gifted students for rising above their challenges and creating something beautiful while recognizing the bravery of others in our community. 🌅💛 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📣WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!📣 Families of MCSD students in all grades: Take a few minutes to fill out Martin County School District’s annual Satisfaction & Engagement Survey! This important survey gathers feedback on five key indicators linked to better student outcomes, including attendance and academic growth. Your input will help shape school improvement goals across the District. The feedback received through these surveys is invaluable! MCSD is grateful to every stakeholder partnering with us on our mission to provide an excellent education for all students. Take the survey now: https://bit.ly/3Egq9Ib #ALLINMartin👊

📢MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD📢 The Martin County School District’s annual Satisfaction & Engagement Survey IS NOW OPEN for families of students in ALL grade levels. This important survey gathers feedback on five key indicators linked to better student outcomes, including attendance and academic growth. Your input will help shape school improvement goals across the District. The feedback received through these surveys is invaluable! MCSD is grateful to every stakeholder partnering with us on our mission to provide an excellent education for all students. Take the survey now: https://bit.ly/3Egq9Ib #ALLINMartin👊

🎙️ALL IN MARTIN🎙️ A new episode of 𝑨𝒍𝒍 𝑰𝒏 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒏 is almost here! Episode 5 airs tomorrow, April 15—and we’re talking all about middle school! What's it really like having a student in middle school? Moms from across the District share their honest take: the transition from 5th to 6th grade, the support systems available and how their children are growing, thriving, and finding their place. All active in their local PTA, they also talk about why being involved makes a big difference. Tune in on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! Links below. 🎧 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac 🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

➗➕MATH WEEK 2025✖️➖ It’s the grand finale of #MCSDMathWeek—and we’re going out in style by dressing for our future careers! Students and teachers: don’t forget to complete today’s final Daily Math Challenge! Show off your problem-solving skills and compete for awesome prizes ➡️ bit.ly/mcsdmathweek Today’s featured math-driven careers: 🛥️ Owners & Captain of Treasure Coast River Cruises 📊 CPA & Owner of Math & Music Studio 🎶 Music Director of Math & Music Studio Thank you to everyone who made our 3rd annual Math Week a success. Remember, math is everywhere! ✖️➖ Full video: https://youtu.be/Xe1lGloFq1w #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

➗➕MATH WEEK 2025✖️➖ Day 4 of #MCSDMathWeek = Pattern Power! From fabrics to engine parts, math and recognizing patterns play a big role in today’s featured careers: Interior Designer (IRSC - Chastain Campus) and Auto Mechanic (LCA_automotive). Don’t forget to complete today’s Daily Math Challenge for a chance to win prizes! ➡️ bit.ly/mcsdmathweek Full video: https://youtu.be/CoN-OqK0qqg #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

💜PURPLE UP💜 April is the Month of the Military Child—a time to honor the resilience, strength, and sacrifice of students whose parents serve our country. While their parents are heroes in uniform, their children are heroes on the homefront. Join us in showing support—wear purple this Friday, April 11, to recognize military kids! (You can pair your purple with your Dress for Your Future outfit as part of MCSD Math Week.) #ALLINMartin👊 #FLPurpleUp25

🧩AUTISM AWARENESS WORKSHOP🧩 Families, you're invited to the Martin County School District’s 2nd Annual Autism Awareness Parent Workshop—a meaningful evening focused on building connections, sharing experiences, and accessing helpful resources. Workshop info: 📅 Wednesday, April 16, from 4:30–6:00 p.m. 📍 MCSD Board Room Hosted by our Exceptional Student Education (ESE) team, this event is open to all families seeking to learn more and engage in thoughtful conversation and support. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/AutismWorkshop416, or email Christine Durst (durstc@martinschools.org) or Sara Piccirillo (piccirs@martinschools.org). #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥