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👊

about 1 month ago, Martin County School District
Digital Defense
Digital Defense
It’s time for Scholarship Spotlight #2, and this one’s just for our Hobe Sound students! 🎓✨

Two amazing local scholarships are open now — don’t miss your chance to earn FREE money for college or technical training!

💰 Hobe Sound Community Chest Scholarship
For high school seniors living in Hobe Sound
Open to students planning to attend college or a technical/vocational program
Awards up to $4,000 per year, renewable for up to 4 years!
Based on financial need, academic potential, and a strong work ethic

🌟 Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce Scholarship
Offered by the Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce
Awarded to two graduates from MCSD who live in Hobe Sound
Based on academics, financial need, and community involvement

👉 How to Apply:
Log into Xello through ClassLink, filter by “School-Added Only”, and look these two scholarships under Local Scholarships.

📅 Deadlines are coming up soon! Don’t wait! Start your applications today and take the next step toward your future.

Be More. Be A Bulldog.

#BeMoreBeABulldog #Classof2026 #BulldogFamily
about 1 month ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
scholarship spotlight
Two teams.
4️⃣2️⃣ years of rivalry.
One game that always delivers.

🏈 Martin County High School at South Fork High School
⏰ Kickoff: 7 p.m.
🎟️ Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/3779793?utm_campaign=PlayOn_Sites

Who's it gonna be, Martin County?! Sound off in the comments! 🏈❤️🖤💙💛🐅🐾

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
about 1 month ago, Martin County School District
Martin Bowl Preview
📢 Attention Bulldogs!
South Fork High School will follow the PSAT Testing Bell Schedule on Wednesday, October 15.

🧠 PSAT Testing will take place in the morning, and all 9th graders will attend the Speak Life Presentation in the auditorium during that time.

Make sure to check the special bell schedule and plan accordingly, Bulldogs! ❤️🖤

Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #SFHSBulldogs #BulldogFamily #PSAT #SpeakLife #SouthForkHigh
about 1 month ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
psat schedule
🎓 Local Scholarship Season is HERE! 💸✨

It’s that time of year again! Local Scholarships are OPEN and ready for your students to apply!
Encourage your students to log into Xello through ClassLink and check out what’s available.

👉 Be sure they filter by "School-Added Only" to view just the local opportunities!
🗓️ Most deadlines are December 3, 2025 — but don’t get caught slipping! Some deadlines vary, so students should double-check each one.
💡 Remind them to use the Local Scholarship Timeline and check the district webpage for tips, deadlines, and helpful resources!

🎉 🎯 Scholarship Spotlight #1: Indiantown! 🌴

🏠 Live in Indiantown?
The Indiantown Education Coalition is awarding multiple scholarships of $1,500 for students who reside in Indiantown! 🙌

🌱 Grew up in Indiantown?
The Indiantown Chamber of Commerce wants to reward your roots with the "Growing Up in Indiantown" Scholarship for eligible students!

🔥 Don’t wait! Encourage your students to explore these opportunities NOW and get that scholarship money! 💰🎓
Need help? Resources are just a click away on the district website.
about 1 month ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
scholarship spotlight
🎓 Attention Senior Parents! 🎓

Join us Tuesday, November 12th, 2025 in the South Fork High School Media Center for an evening dedicated to setting your senior up for success!

💰 Scholarship Information Session – 5:30 PM
🎓 FAFSA Help with IRSC Representatives – 6:30 PM

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about local scholarships, college funding options, and get hands-on FAFSA assistance from the experts at IRSC.

Let’s work together to support your senior’s bright future! ❤️🖤
Be More. Be A Bulldog.

#BeMoreBeABulldog #SouthForkBulldogs #ClassOf2026 #CollegeReady #BulldogPride
about 1 month ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
scholarship night
🎉🐾 Bulldog Spotlight: Olivia Hernandez-Gonzalez! 🐾🎉

We’re so proud of sophomore Bulldog Olivia Hernandez-Gonzalez, who shared her inspiring experience with her Social Skills class yesterday! 💬

Using her incredible animation skills, Olivia created a short animated film illustrating her journey from feeling nervous about starting high school last year to finding confidence and friendship through her Social Skills class with Ms. Skarban. 💪✨

She highlighted the impact of Ms. Skarban’s weekly “Grow and Glow” activity 🌱— where each student reflects on the good and areas for growth from the past week — along with the daily conversations that allow students to be open and vulnerable while building confidence in class. ❤️💬

Olivia’s bravery, creativity, and leadership were recognized as she received a Certificate of Achievement from the district for Exceptional Self-Advocacy and for “demonstrating enthusiasm in promoting the Unique Social Skills program. Your leadership, voice, and initiative have made a lasting impact on our school community.” 🙌

Way to go, Olivia — you are a shining example of Bulldog confidence and heart! ❤️🖤

Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #BulldogFamily #SouthForkStrong #BulldogSpotlight #StudentSuccess #MCSD

top photo left to right: Ms. Skarban, Olivia Hernandez-Gonzalez
bottom photo left to right: Ms. Skarban, Ms. Butler, Mrs. Amsden, Mrs. Almestica-Sanchez, Olivia Hernandez-Gonzalez, Mrs. Desreuisseau, Mrs. Wonnell
about 2 months ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
OHG presentation
🎉 Vote for our Bulldog! 🐾

We’re so proud to announce that South Fork High School’s 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Jen Nixon, is in the running for the Martin County School District Teacher of the Year!

Mrs. Nixon is a sparkling personality and true difference-maker on campus. From bringing energy and creativity to her classroom every day, to spreading smiles to everyone she meets, she embodies what it means to be a Bulldog. ❤️

She also helps lead our Bulldog Barkery, supporting exceptional students as they build workplace and social skills—all while keeping our staff caffeinated and our four-legged Bulldogs happy! ☕🐶

Let’s show our Bulldog pride and support Mrs. Nixon by casting your vote! 🗳️
👉 Vote here: https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/p/327/place-your-vote

Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #VoteNixon #BulldogFamily #SouthFork #TeacherOfTheYear
about 2 months ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
Nixon teacher of the year
🌊🐢💎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
about 2 months ago, Martin County School District
ESC Open House October 11, 2025 from 10am to 1pm
💗🎀 Bulldogs Wear Pink! 🎀💗

Our South Fork staff is proudly rocking pink today in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🩷

Each Wednesday in October, we stand together to honor survivors, support fighters, and remember those we’ve lost. 💞

Let’s keep showing our Bulldog pride and compassion all month long! 🐾💪

Be More. Be A Bulldog.

#MCSDCares #PinkInMartin #BeMoreBeABulldog #BulldogPride #SouthForkStrong #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #PinkWednesdays
about 2 months ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
bulldogs in pink
🎉🐾 It’s Martin Bowl Week, Bulldogs! 🏈❤️🖤

Get ready to show your school spirit at our Martin Bowl game this Friday, October 10th! 🎺🔥
We’ll be running on a special bell schedule on Friday to make time for the pep rally, mark your calendars now!📣

Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #BulldogPride #MartinBowl #GoBulldogs #SouthForkStrong
about 2 months ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
martin bowl pep rally
🐾 Bulldog Barkery Spotlight! ☕️

Once a week during Dawg Time, our Bulldog Barkery students roll through the halls delivering drinks to teachers while practicing important workplace and social skills! 💬✨

This awesome program helps students grow employment readiness skills — all while keeping our teachers smiling and caffeinated. 😄Thanks to the hard work of Mrs. Nixon, Mrs. Billiot, Mrs. Lustig, and their amazing support team, our students have had the opportunity to grow and have fun while building this program into something special.

A huge thank you to Cali Coffee – Treasure Coast for generously contributing coffee to our Barkery! We’re so grateful for community partners who support our students and provide opportunities for them to learn, connect, and grow. ❤️🐾

Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #BulldogFamily #SouthForkHigh #BulldogBarkery #CaliCoffee #CommunityPartners #BulldogsInAction
about 2 months ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
bulldog barkery
bulldog barkery
bulldog barkery
🎀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 2 months ago, Martin County School District
Breast Cancer Awareness
🎓COLLEGE FAIR🎓

Save the date! The Martin County School District is bringing back its Secure My Future College Fair!

📆 Monday, October 27
⏰ 5 p.m.- 7 p.m.
📍 Martin County High School Cafeteria

Meet with dozens of college, university and military representatives, discover scholarship opportunities, get FAFSA info, and find tips to strengthen your applications.

This is a one-stop shop to "visit a campus" without making the drive. All MCSD families are welcome, but especially our juniors and seniors! RSVP today: https://bit.ly/4pP9kqz

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
about 2 months ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
scholarship
🎓 Explore Your Future with Indian River State College! 🌟

IRSC is hosting a series of Academic Department Open Houses for students interested in exploring career paths, meeting faculty, and touring classrooms.

📅 Dates & Locations:
💼 Workforce & School of Business — Oct. 2 | 4–6 PM
🚓 Public Service — Oct. 7 | 4:30–6:30 PM
🔬 STEM & Education — Oct. 8 | 4:30–6:30 PM

📍 All sessions held at the Fort Pierce campus.
🔗 RSVP today: irsc.edu/open-house

Be More. Be A Bulldog.

#BeMoreBeABulldog #CollegeReady #IRSC #SouthForkHigh #FutureStartsHere
about 2 months ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
IRSC open house
🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎀

This October, our Bulldog family proudly joins the rest of Martin County School District in honoring survivors, remembering those we’ve lost, and standing beside anyone currently battling breast cancer. 💗

💞 How we’re showing support:

Every Wednesday in October — October 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th — we encourage all students, staff, and families to wear PINK to school and school events to raise awareness and show we proudly stand together!

Let’s fill our campus with compassion, hope, and pink pride! 🩷🐾

Be More. Be A Bulldog.

#MCSDCares #PinkInMartin #BulldogPride #SouthForkStrong #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
about 2 months ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
On Wednesdays Bulldogs Wear Pink
📣 SAC Meeting Rescheduled! 🗓️

The School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting originally scheduled for today has been rescheduled for Monday, October 13th at 3:30 PM in the SFHS Media Center.

Thank you for your understanding, Bulldogs! 🐾❤️🖤

Be More. Be A Bulldog.
#BeMoreBeABulldog #SouthForkHigh #BulldogPride #SFHSSAC
about 2 months ago, MIRANDA SKARBAN
SAC meetings
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 2 months ago, Martin County School District
Attendance Matters...especially during October 6-10
🎓COLLEGE FAIR🎓

Save the date! The Martin County School District is bringing back its Secure My Future College Fair!

📆 Monday, October 27
⏰ 5 p.m.- 7 p.m.
📍 Martin County High School Cafeteria

Meet with dozens of college, university and military representatives, discover scholarship opportunities, get FAFSA info, and find tips to strengthen your applications.

This is a one-stop shop to "visit a campus" without making the drive. All MCSD families are welcome, but especially our juniors and seniors! RSVP today: https://bit.ly/4pP9kqz

#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
about 2 months ago, Martin County School District
Secure My Future College Fair
🎉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 2 months ago, Martin County School District
National Principals Month