๐
LONG WEEKEND AHEAD!๐
Just a heads upโour first day off from school is already almost here! Schools and District offices will be CLOSED next Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.
View the full 25-26 calendar here: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD
Just a heads upโour first day off from school is already almost here! Schools and District offices will be CLOSED next Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.
View the full 25-26 calendar here: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD


๐พโจ The Bulldog Closet is OPEN this Wednesday evening at Curriculum Night! โจ๐พ
Come shop amazing back-to-school deals at our student-run thrift store โ with most items only $1 (specialty items like homecoming dresses and designer pieces excluded). ๐๐งฅ๐
While youโre here, check out all the incredible clubs and organizations our Bulldogs are part of and meet the amazing teachers who make South Fork such a special place. โค๏ธ
๐ South Fork High School
๐ต Cash Only
๐ All proceeds support the Indiantown Education Coalition and SFHS Scholarship Initiatives.
We canโt wait to see you there, Bulldogs! ๐พโค๏ธ
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #BulldogPride #SFHS
Come shop amazing back-to-school deals at our student-run thrift store โ with most items only $1 (specialty items like homecoming dresses and designer pieces excluded). ๐๐งฅ๐
While youโre here, check out all the incredible clubs and organizations our Bulldogs are part of and meet the amazing teachers who make South Fork such a special place. โค๏ธ
๐ South Fork High School
๐ต Cash Only
๐ All proceeds support the Indiantown Education Coalition and SFHS Scholarship Initiatives.
We canโt wait to see you there, Bulldogs! ๐พโค๏ธ
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #BulldogPride #SFHS

๐๐ SFHS Curriculum Night ๐๐
Join us Wednesday, 8/27 from 5โ8 PM!
โ Explore clubs, sports & activities in the gym (5:00โ5:40)
๐ค Welcome message from admin (5:45)
๐ Follow your studentโs schedule to meet teachers (6:20โ8:00)
Come learn all about South Fork and see what your student is up to! We canโt wait to see you there!
Be More. Be a Bulldog.
#SFHSPride #CurriculumNight #ParentPartnership
Join us Wednesday, 8/27 from 5โ8 PM!
โ Explore clubs, sports & activities in the gym (5:00โ5:40)
๐ค Welcome message from admin (5:45)
๐ Follow your studentโs schedule to meet teachers (6:20โ8:00)
Come learn all about South Fork and see what your student is up to! We canโt wait to see you there!
Be More. Be a Bulldog.
#SFHSPride #CurriculumNight #ParentPartnership

SFHS Bell Schedule Change for Testing 8/26: On Tuesday, Aug. 26, SFHS will follow the Test Bell Schedule for the FAST ELA PM1 State Assessment. All 9th & 10th graders must report to their testing locations with a fully charged district-issued laptop. More info: https://tinyurl.com/4ujydxz5

๐โจ SFHS Class of 2026 Seniors & Parents! โจ๐
The first two senior photo days have passed โ and only TWO opportunities remain! ๐ธ Donโt miss your chance to be featured in the yearbook and capture this milestone.
๐ Next date: September 15th
๐ Location: SFHS Campus (during school hours)
๐๐ Options: Casual + Formal (tux & drape provided for formal)
โ Book your session now: www.focusedonforever.com/southfork
๐ Questions? Call/Text Focused on Forever Studio at 772-283-6807
Letโs make sure every Bulldog Senior is represented! ๐พโค๏ธ
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog
The first two senior photo days have passed โ and only TWO opportunities remain! ๐ธ Donโt miss your chance to be featured in the yearbook and capture this milestone.
๐ Next date: September 15th
๐ Location: SFHS Campus (during school hours)
๐๐ Options: Casual + Formal (tux & drape provided for formal)
โ Book your session now: www.focusedonforever.com/southfork
๐ Questions? Call/Text Focused on Forever Studio at 772-283-6807
Letโs make sure every Bulldog Senior is represented! ๐พโค๏ธ
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog

๐ FREE SWIM LESSONS AVAILABLE ๐
Fall may be around the corner, but you know the Florida heat (and swim season) is here for a while.
Did you know the Florida Department of Health is offering vouchers for free swim lessons to income-eligible Florida families with children up to age 4?
โก๏ธ Apply online BY SEPTEMBER 1: watersmartfl.com
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD
Fall may be around the corner, but you know the Florida heat (and swim season) is here for a while.
Did you know the Florida Department of Health is offering vouchers for free swim lessons to income-eligible Florida families with children up to age 4?
โก๏ธ Apply online BY SEPTEMBER 1: watersmartfl.com
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD



๐จ๐พ South Fork High PTSA 1st Membership Meeting! ๐พ๐จ
๐ Monday, September 8, 2025
๐ 4:30 PM (immediately following the SAC meeting)
๐ South Fork Media Center
Come join us as we kick off the school year with our first PTSA meeting! This is your chance to:
โ Get involved in supporting our Bulldogs ๐ถ
โ Stay connected with school events & initiatives
โ Share your voice and ideas
Letโs make this a strong year together! ๐ช๐
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#SouthForkHigh #PTSABulldogs #GetInvolved #BeMoreBeABulldog
๐ Monday, September 8, 2025
๐ 4:30 PM (immediately following the SAC meeting)
๐ South Fork Media Center
Come join us as we kick off the school year with our first PTSA meeting! This is your chance to:
โ Get involved in supporting our Bulldogs ๐ถ
โ Stay connected with school events & initiatives
โ Share your voice and ideas
Letโs make this a strong year together! ๐ช๐
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#SouthForkHigh #PTSABulldogs #GetInvolved #BeMoreBeABulldog

๐ข IB Eat, Meet & Greet + Freshman Info Night ๐ข
๐ฝ Thursday, August 21 โข 6:00 PM at South Fork
Join us for our Annual Eat, Meet & Greet Potluck Dinner โ a perfect opportunity for new IB families and students to connect, ask questions, and hear from current IB students & parents about their experiences!
Who brings what:
๐ฅ Families AโJ โ Main Dish
๐ฅ Families KโT โ Side Dish
๐ฅค Families UโZ โ Drink
๐ช Sweet Bonus: Students who make a dessert and bring 5 copies of the recipe will earn 2 CAS Hours!
๐ต IB dues will be collected & IB merchandise will be for sale.
Letโs kick off the year together โ all IB students & families encouraged to attend!
We canโt wait to see you there! โค๏ธ๐ค
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldogs #SouthForkIB #SouthForkFamily
๐ฝ Thursday, August 21 โข 6:00 PM at South Fork
Join us for our Annual Eat, Meet & Greet Potluck Dinner โ a perfect opportunity for new IB families and students to connect, ask questions, and hear from current IB students & parents about their experiences!
Who brings what:
๐ฅ Families AโJ โ Main Dish
๐ฅ Families KโT โ Side Dish
๐ฅค Families UโZ โ Drink
๐ช Sweet Bonus: Students who make a dessert and bring 5 copies of the recipe will earn 2 CAS Hours!
๐ต IB dues will be collected & IB merchandise will be for sale.
Letโs kick off the year together โ all IB students & families encouraged to attend!
We canโt wait to see you there! โค๏ธ๐ค
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldogs #SouthForkIB #SouthForkFamily

๐จ Calling All Future Robotics Innovators! ๐ค
Want to be part of Floridaโs #1 Robotics Team? Join FRC 180 S.P.A.M. and explore hands-on robotics, programming, and CAD design โ all while earning accredited volunteer hours and accessing over $80 million in scholarships!
๐ When: Wednesday, September 4, 2025
๐ก Time: 6:30โ8:00 PM
๐ Where: STEM Center, Martin County School District HQ
1939 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL (Behind the District Office โ take a left at the stop sign, weโre on the north side of the building)
๐ก Open to all high school students on the Treasure Coast!
Donโt miss your chance to join a team that competes at the highest level and changes lives through STEM.
๐ Learn more: www.spamrobotics.org
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #Robotics #STEM #Scholarships #SPAM
Want to be part of Floridaโs #1 Robotics Team? Join FRC 180 S.P.A.M. and explore hands-on robotics, programming, and CAD design โ all while earning accredited volunteer hours and accessing over $80 million in scholarships!
๐ When: Wednesday, September 4, 2025
๐ก Time: 6:30โ8:00 PM
๐ Where: STEM Center, Martin County School District HQ
1939 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL (Behind the District Office โ take a left at the stop sign, weโre on the north side of the building)
๐ก Open to all high school students on the Treasure Coast!
Donโt miss your chance to join a team that competes at the highest level and changes lives through STEM.
๐ Learn more: www.spamrobotics.org
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #Robotics #STEM #Scholarships #SPAM

๐๏ธNEW EPISODE ALERT!๐๏ธ
New floors, rebuilt spaces, and a sparkling pool ๐โโ๏ธ โ several schools got a summer makeover and you can see (or hear) all about it on the latest episode of ๐๐ต๐ต ๐๐ท ๐๐ช๐ป๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ท!
Director of Facilities Mark Sechrist takes us behind the scenes of the big projects completed before the first day of school (and a few still in the works) and shares whatโs next on the to-do list in our A-rated District.
๐ง Listen now:
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac
Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ
Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
New floors, rebuilt spaces, and a sparkling pool ๐โโ๏ธ โ several schools got a summer makeover and you can see (or hear) all about it on the latest episode of ๐๐ต๐ต ๐๐ท ๐๐ช๐ป๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ท!
Director of Facilities Mark Sechrist takes us behind the scenes of the big projects completed before the first day of school (and a few still in the works) and shares whatโs next on the to-do list in our A-rated District.
๐ง Listen now:
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac
Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ
Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

๐FIRST GAME VIBES๐
Friday night lights are BACK tomorrow, and weโre ready for the hype, the touchdowns and the all-out school spirit. ๐๐๐ฃ
Just a friendly reminder:
๐ฃ Middle school students must be accompanied by an adultโno solo entry allowed (and yes, we will be those people making sure a parent/guardian comes to get them).
๐ฃ All students, no matter their grade, must show a valid school ID to get in.
๐ฃ Backpacks and large bags are not allowed.
๐ฃ This goes for all high school sporting events.
PSA over. ๐ Thanks for showing love to all our MCSD teams, no matter the sport. Hereโs to packed stands, big plays, and a season full of moments worth replaying!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD
Friday night lights are BACK tomorrow, and weโre ready for the hype, the touchdowns and the all-out school spirit. ๐๐๐ฃ
Just a friendly reminder:
๐ฃ Middle school students must be accompanied by an adultโno solo entry allowed (and yes, we will be those people making sure a parent/guardian comes to get them).
๐ฃ All students, no matter their grade, must show a valid school ID to get in.
๐ฃ Backpacks and large bags are not allowed.
๐ฃ This goes for all high school sporting events.
PSA over. ๐ Thanks for showing love to all our MCSD teams, no matter the sport. Hereโs to packed stands, big plays, and a season full of moments worth replaying!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD

๐ข Join the SFHS School Advisory Council (SAC)! ๐พ
Weโre looking for parents, students, and business partners who want to have a voice in our schoolโs decision-making and help shape the future of South Fork High School.
SAC meetings are a great way to get involved, share ideas, and stay connected with whatโs happening at SFHS.
๐ Meeting dates are listed in the graphic below, and each meeting will be held in the SFHS Media Center at 3:30 PM.
If youโre interested in joining or would like more information, please email Emily Martin at ๐ง martine1@martinschools.org.
Letโs work together for the success of all our Bulldogs! ๐พโค๏ธ๐ค
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #BulldogFamily
Weโre looking for parents, students, and business partners who want to have a voice in our schoolโs decision-making and help shape the future of South Fork High School.
SAC meetings are a great way to get involved, share ideas, and stay connected with whatโs happening at SFHS.
๐ Meeting dates are listed in the graphic below, and each meeting will be held in the SFHS Media Center at 3:30 PM.
If youโre interested in joining or would like more information, please email Emily Martin at ๐ง martine1@martinschools.org.
Letโs work together for the success of all our Bulldogs! ๐พโค๏ธ๐ค
Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #BulldogFamily

๐ Freshman Orientation โ Friday, August 8th! ๐
๐ Student-Only Event
๐ Gates Open: 8:00 AM
๐ End Time: 12:00 PM
๐ Students will receive their class schedules that morning.
โ๏ธ Supplies Needed: Pen or pencil & a notepad.
๐ Buses will run as normal.
๐https://tinyurl.com/y6h3xb2c
Letโs kick off the school year strong! ๐ช๐พ #BulldogPride #SFHS2025
๐ Student-Only Event
๐ Gates Open: 8:00 AM
๐ End Time: 12:00 PM
๐ Students will receive their class schedules that morning.
โ๏ธ Supplies Needed: Pen or pencil & a notepad.
๐ Buses will run as normal.
๐https://tinyurl.com/y6h3xb2c
Letโs kick off the school year strong! ๐ช๐พ #BulldogPride #SFHS2025

๐ฑLET'S TALK CELL PHONES๐ฑ
The first day of school is almost here, and nowโs a great time to remind your student about the Districtโs cell phone and wireless device policy and avoid an unexpected trip to campus to retrieve a confiscated device. ๐
โน๏ธ During school hours, cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and other wireless tech must be off and out of sight.
Hereโs what families should know:
๐ฒ Devices that are seen or used during the day will be confiscated.
๐ฒ Only a parent or guardian can pick them up, and only at a time set by school staff.
๐ฒ Repeated offenses constitute insubordination and may result in suspension.
Need to contact your child? Call the school officeโweโll make sure they get the message promptly.
Thanks for helping us create a focused, distraction-free learning environment. Letโs start the year strong, staying present and connected in all the right ways!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD
The first day of school is almost here, and nowโs a great time to remind your student about the Districtโs cell phone and wireless device policy and avoid an unexpected trip to campus to retrieve a confiscated device. ๐
โน๏ธ During school hours, cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and other wireless tech must be off and out of sight.
Hereโs what families should know:
๐ฒ Devices that are seen or used during the day will be confiscated.
๐ฒ Only a parent or guardian can pick them up, and only at a time set by school staff.
๐ฒ Repeated offenses constitute insubordination and may result in suspension.
Need to contact your child? Call the school officeโweโll make sure they get the message promptly.
Thanks for helping us create a focused, distraction-free learning environment. Letโs start the year strong, staying present and connected in all the right ways!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD

๐T-ONE WEEK!๐
Can you believe it?! We are ONE WEEK AWAY from the new school year in our A-Rated District! ๐
Before the big day, donโt forget: Meet the Teacher (elementary) and 6th/9th Grade Orientation are on August 8!
๐Find your schoolโs specific times and details here: https://bit.ly/4mckcfM
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
Can you believe it?! We are ONE WEEK AWAY from the new school year in our A-Rated District! ๐
Before the big day, donโt forget: Meet the Teacher (elementary) and 6th/9th Grade Orientation are on August 8!
๐Find your schoolโs specific times and details here: https://bit.ly/4mckcfM
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925

๐WHAT'S FOR LUNCH?๐ Weโve got you!
School breakfast and lunch menus for the first month are now live! ๐ https://martinschools.nutrislice.com
From classics to student favorites, our food isnโt just tastyโitโs A-rated, just like us!
While you're at it, set up easy, cash-free meal payments with MySchoolBucksโour online system for adding funds to student meal accounts. Itโs free to sign up at MySchoolBucks.com!
Fueling up for learning has never been easier. ๐๐ช
#ALLINMartin๐
School breakfast and lunch menus for the first month are now live! ๐ https://martinschools.nutrislice.com
From classics to student favorites, our food isnโt just tastyโitโs A-rated, just like us!
While you're at it, set up easy, cash-free meal payments with MySchoolBucksโour online system for adding funds to student meal accounts. Itโs free to sign up at MySchoolBucks.com!
Fueling up for learning has never been easier. ๐๐ช
#ALLINMartin๐

๐BACK-TO-SCHOOL SAVINGS START NOW๐
Floridaโs Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is LIVE and runs all month long! From August 1โ31, 2025, save on essential school items like supplies, clothing, and even computers.
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 whatโs tax-exempt and start your shopping here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2294823
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD
Floridaโs Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is LIVE and runs all month long! From August 1โ31, 2025, save on essential school items like supplies, clothing, and even computers.
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 whatโs tax-exempt and start your shopping here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2294823
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD

๐พโค๏ธ WELCOME BACK, BULLDOGS! ๐ค๐พ
The South Fork staff kicked off the 2025-2026 school year in true Bulldog style with a celebratory breakfast at Monarch Country Club! ๐ฅโ A huge thank you to Mr. Maine and Mrs. Gifford for selecting South Fork as their kickoff crew to another amazing school year.
This year, we challenge ourselves and our students to Be More.โจ
๐ฅ Be more patient.โจ
๐ฅ Be more confident.โจ
๐ฅ Be more spontaneous.โจ
๐ฅ Be More. Be A Bulldog.
Our staff is energized and ready to put the final touches in place to welcome back our students and families. Itโs going to be a year full of growth, grit, and Bulldog pride! ๐พ
#BeMoreBeABulldog #SFHSBulldogs #BulldogPride






WELCOME BACK, TEACHERS! ๐ซถ๐๐
Behind every great school year is a great teacher.
In our A-rated District, itโs not just the students who are learning and growingโour teachers lead the way.
Welcome back to the educators who make this District unstoppable. We're excited to kick off another incredible year with you!
#ALLINMartin๐ #UnstoppableSince1925 #PublicSchoolPROUD
Behind every great school year is a great teacher.
In our A-rated District, itโs not just the students who are learning and growingโour teachers lead the way.
Welcome back to the educators who make this District unstoppable. We're excited to kick off another incredible year with you!
#ALLINMartin๐ #UnstoppableSince1925 #PublicSchoolPROUD

๐BACK-TO-SCHOOL PLANNING๐
Our 2025โ2026 Instructional Calendar is availableโcomplete with holiday breaks, early release days, and those important Emergency Makeup Days.
๐ฆ Holiday breaks and days off? Shaded in dark blue.
๐ฅ Emergency Makeup Days? Outlined in red: November 24โ25 (before Thanksgiving) and May 29, 2026.
If we donโt need them, you get bonus vacation days. If we do, they become regular school days.
Either way, weโll give you as much notice as possible.
So, before you book that mid-semester getaway, check the calendar. We love a good beach day tooโbut we love student success even more. ๐๐คฉ Attendance matters in our A-Rated District.
View the calendar here: http://bit.ly/45sE20o
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Our 2025โ2026 Instructional Calendar is availableโcomplete with holiday breaks, early release days, and those important Emergency Makeup Days.
๐ฆ Holiday breaks and days off? Shaded in dark blue.
๐ฅ Emergency Makeup Days? Outlined in red: November 24โ25 (before Thanksgiving) and May 29, 2026.
If we donโt need them, you get bonus vacation days. If we do, they become regular school days.
Either way, weโll give you as much notice as possible.
So, before you book that mid-semester getaway, check the calendar. We love a good beach day tooโbut we love student success even more. ๐๐คฉ Attendance matters in our A-Rated District.
View the calendar here: http://bit.ly/45sE20o
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

