Welcome to the Pond, Sierra! 🦆
We are excited to officially welcome Sierra Erwin to the Willoughby Learning Center family as our newest ESE Paraprofessional! As a former Duck returning to The Pond, Sierra brings a unique perspective, a caring heart, and a commitment to helping our students soar to new heights. We are thrilled to have her back where her journey began and can't wait to see the positive impact she will make this school year. Please join us in giving Sierra a warm Willoughby welcome!

Please join us in welcoming Nathaniel Ames to the Willoughby Learning Center family as our new PE Teacher! We are excited for our students to learn from his experience, determination, and dedication. Welcome to Duck Nation, Nathaniel—we are thrilled to have you on our team!
#WelcomeToTheFlock #WelcomeToThePond #DuckNation #DucksSOAR #WLCProud #PETeacher

Fourth-quarter report cards for middle and high school students are now available in the FOCUS Parent Portal.
Please note: End-of-Course (EOC) exam scores are not yet included. Updated report cards reflecting EOC results will be available in July.
Families can view grades and attendance records by logging into the FOCUS Parent Portal: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/
Report cards can be found under the "Reports" tab and are titled "Report Card."
#ALLINMartin👊

🦆 Welcome to The Pond, Erika! 🦆
We are excited to officially welcome Erika Range to the Willoughby Learning Center family as our new ELA Teacher! Please join us in giving Erika a warm Duck Nation welcome! We can't wait to see the positive impact she'll make at WLC this year. #WelcomeToTheFlock #DuckNation #WelcomeToThePond #WLCProud #ELATeacher #DucksSOAR

It's officially the first full week of summer break!
Summer learning opportunities in the Martin County School District are already underway, including Extended Day Summer, the Environmental Studies Center camp, and Reading Camp!
We’ve also compiled a list of summer camps offered across our district.
To help your child stay engaged and make the most of the weeks ahead, you’ll find everything in one place—including meal sites and ideas to keep those minds active: https://www.martinschools.org/o/mcsd/page/summer-break-resources
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

Summer Break is officially underway, but don’t forget to take a look at how well your child did this school year! Fourth-quarter report cards for elementary students are now available.
Report cards for middle and high school students (without EOC grades) will be posted on Monday, June 8.
View your child’s grades and attendance records in the FOCUS Parent Portal: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

Cue the end-of-school playlists and countdowns… we’re officially down to the LAST THREE DAYS of the 2025-2026 school year! 😎🎉
Before we head into summer, let’s finish strong! Stay focused, keep learning, and take a moment to be proud of how far you’ve come this year. 💪
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925



We wanted to share some important details regarding our Moving Up Ceremony on Monday, May 18th at 10:00 AM.
🎓Each student may bring up to 4 guests. If you are needing additional guests, please contact the front office at 772-219-1515 as soon as possible.
🎓Dress code still applies for all students. Please ensure attire is appropriate, as students not following dress code expectations will not be permitted to attend the ceremony.
🎓All guests must have their IDs ready upon arrival in order to sign in through the front office.
🎓Kona Ice will be available after the ceremony, and families are welcome to purchase treats. Please bring up to $10 if you would like to make a purchase.
We look forward to making this a memorable and fun celebration for our students and families!
Thank you,
Willoughby Learning Center











Here’s how you can help:
➡️ Visit Chick-fil-A on May 19 and place an order INSIDE
➡️ Put your receipt in Deputy Tomlinson voting box
➡️ Every receipt = 1 vote!
⭐ BONUS POINTS: Receipts submitted before 2:00 PM count as DOUBLE points!
Deputy Tomlinson does so much to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families every single day, and this is a fun way for our Duck community to show him how much we appreciate him.
So grab breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even just a sweet tea and help us support Deputy Tomlinson! Let’s show everyone the power of the Duck family! Share this post to spread the word!

Join us as we wear GREEN in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month!
This is also a special time to recognize and thank our incredible School Social Services Workers for their dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting students and families across our District each and every day.
At Willoughby Learning Center, we know that mental health matters and kindness makes a difference. Let’s come together to spread positivity, support one another, and show that no one is ever alone.
Wear your green tomorrow and help us build a healthier, happier school community!
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #WearGreenDay #WLC #ThePond #YouMatter #SchoolSocialWorkers #DuckPRIDE #MentalHealthMatters


Event Details:
📅 Monday, May 18, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Willoughby Learning Center
5150 SE Willoughby Blvd, Stuart, FL 34997
This special event honors students moving from middle school to high school.
Each student may invite up to five (4) guests to attend. If you have any individual needs or accommodations, please contact the school in advance 772-219-1515.
Light refreshments will be provided following the ceremony.
We look forward to celebrating this important milestone with you and your family!

Willoughby Learning Center is proud to announce our 2026–2027 Teacher of the Year… Shawn Callahan!
Mr. Callahan consistently goes above and beyond for our students, bringing dedication, passion, and positivity to The Pond every single day. His commitment to making a difference does not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful to have him as part of our WLC family!
👏 Help us celebrate Mr. Callahan and this well-deserved recognition!
#WLC #ThePond #TeacherOfTheYear #DuckPride #MakingADifference #SOAR #ALLINMartin


We are preparing for our upcoming state testing sessions, and we want to ensure all students are ready and present on their assigned testing days. Please review the schedule below carefully:
🗓️ Testing Schedule
Tuesday, May 5
PM3- MS Math
Wednesday, May 6
PM3 Grades 4/5 ELA
PM3 HS ELA
Thursday, May 7
PM3 MS Science
PM3 Grade 5 Science
Monday, May 11
PM3 MS Civics (EOC)
Tuesday, May 12
PM3 HS ALG (EOC)
PM3 HS GEO (EOC)
PM3 MS ELA
Thursday, May 14
PM3 Grade 4/5 Math
PM3 BIO (EOC)
PM3 US History (EOC)
🔁 Make-Up Testing Days
May 18 – May 22
✏️ Important Reminders
Please ensure your child arrives on time each day
Make sure laptops are fully charged
Encourage your child to get a good night’s sleep and eat breakfast
Students should bring a positive attitude and do their best!

Our Spring Job Fair is this week!
Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? Join the Martin County School District—an A‑rated district ranked #4 in Florida by Niche—and be part of a team committed to excellence and student success.
📆 Thursday, April 30
⏰ 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 MCSD Board Room
Every role matters. Every position supports students. This is your opportunity to be part of something special—we hope to see you there.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925

Event Details:
📅 Monday, May 18, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Willoughby Learning Center
5150 SE Willoughby Blvd, Stuart, FL 34997
This special event honors students moving from middle school to high school.
Each student may invite up to five (5) guests to attend. If you have any individual needs or accommodations, please contact the school in advance 772-219-1515.
Light refreshments will be provided following the ceremony.
We look forward to celebrating this important milestone with you and your family!

