MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

🍎LEAVING A LEGACY🍎 Superintendent Michael Maine and the Martin County School Board were honored to celebrate the career of Rosalyn Panet during the board meeting this evening. Ms. Panet started her journey with the Martin County School District 32 years ago when she took an Adult Education computer class at the Indiantown campus. The very next year, she was hired as an ELL paraprofessional. Ms. Panet has been an integral part of the Indiantown and Stuart communities, making a lasting impact on the lives of students and families. Her legacy is defined by a deep love for her work and spreading the joy of education to everyone she meets. We are grateful for her dedication and wish her the very best in retirement. #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎ON THE AGENDA🍎 Today's School Board Meeting will begin at 4:00 p.m. View the agenda: https://bit.ly/3XDx9p8 Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/3TNS6M7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🍎MONITORING PROGRESS🍎 Interim reports for grades 6-12 students are now available in the FOCUS Parent Portal! Have an existing FOCUS Parent Portal account? Access your child's grades and attendance information here: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/ Register for access to the FOCUS Parent Portal here: https://bit.ly/MCSDFocusAccess #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🏵️CELEBRATING HISPANIC HERITAGE🏵️ ¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, we honor the vibrant cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities that make our community so special. Did you know Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated between Sept. 15 and Oct. 15 to coincide with the Independence Day celebrations of many Latin American nations? On Friday, Warfield Elementary School students and staff wore blue and white or traditional Guatemalan attire in honor of Guatemala's Independence Day, which is September 15! #ALLINMartin👊

📚BOOKS OF THE MONTH📚 Florida Department of Education Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr. recently announced his picks for Commissioner’s Books of the Month for September. This special selection encourages students to reflect on the bravery and resilience shown during the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Books of the Month for September: 📕 PreK: "Good Night America" by Adam Gamble 📗 K-2: "The Man in the Red Bandanna" by Honor Crowther Fagan 📘 3-5: "America Is Under Attack: September 11, 2001: The Day the Towers Fell" by Don Brown 📙 6-8: "The Survivor Tree: Inspired by a True Story" by Cheryl Somers Aubin 📕 9-12: "The Red Bandanna (Young Readers Adaptation)" by Tom Rinaldi #ALLINMartin👊

🎉CELEBRATING SCHOLARS🎉 Congratulations to the two Martin County High School seniors and two South Fork High School seniors named semifinalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program! The renowned scholarship program honors high school students who demonstrate exceptional academic ability. Semifinalists are selected based on their performance on the PSAT/NMSQT, which identifies the 𝙩𝙤𝙥 1% 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙬𝙞𝙙𝙚!!! Please join us in congratulating the following students: 🎓 Ricardo Rivera, Martin County High School 🎓Logan Swanner, Martin County High School 🎓Emanuele Cavallaro, South Fork High School 🎓Safid Alam, South Fork High School Read more about this accomplishment: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1760805 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

Does your student need a ✨spark✨ of imagination for their STEM Fair project? 🔬 Join us for SPARK, (Scientific Problem-solving Academy of Research and Knowledge), where local scientists will help students with STEM Fair project ideas and share their work and knowledge of STEM-based careers. 📆 September 19, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at J.D. Parker Elementary School. Dinner and dessert provided! Register here: https://bit.ly/4d8vlsJ ALL MCSD students and families are welcome! #ALLINMartin👊

🍎 ON THE AGENDA🍎 Today's School Board Workshop will begin at 4:00 p.m. and will be immediately followed by a Special School Board Meeting. View the Workshop agenda here: https://bit.ly/3Z4bfN4 View the Special School Board Meeting agenda here: https://bit.ly/3XC2ZTk Watch the Livestream here: https://bit.ly/3ToYvgl #ALLINMartin👊

❤️🐾FEELING GRATEFUL🐾❤️ This morning, South Fork High School received a very generous donation of $20,000 from Edward Jones! Edward Jones is committed to increasing financial literacy among students. Half of the donation will go towards exactly that--financial calculators for all freshman and sophomore students to assist them in their financial literacy classes. The other half of the donation will go toward purchasing new clothing racks and storage items for the beloved Bulldog Closet, an on-campus thrift store operated by students, for students. Thank you, Edward Jones, for your incredible support of our students and their future! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📚BOOK CLUB📚 It's National Read a Book Day and Willoughby Learning Center is celebrating by launching a new book club for students and staff! Willoughby Learning Center’s Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Meder, started this brand-new club-- an excellent way to build relationships and increase literacy! We love to see it! 📚💚🧡🦆 #ALLINMartin👊

🌟CREATING AN IMPACT🌟 To celebrate #AVIDDay, Indiantown Middle School and Hidden Oaks Middle School AVID students engaged in reflective exercises—identifying their strengths, setting personal goals, and recognizing how their actions shape both their education and future success. By writing impact statements, these students are learning to develop essential skills that will not only support them academically but also prepare them to excel in college, careers, and life! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🇺🇸9/11 MEMORIAL BRIDGE WALK🇺🇸 Join us in honoring the brave first responders and remembering the lives lost on 9/11 by walking alongside our courageous Martin County Fire Rescue and Martin County Sheriff's Office during the 9/11 Memorial Bridge Walk. Superintendent Michael Maine encourages families, as well as middle and high school students, to take part in this meaningful tribute. Students who attend will receive an excused tardy with a special wristband from the Martin County Police Athletic League. Opening ceremony starts at 8:30 a.m. at Jock Leighton Park. Let’s unite to pay tribute to the heroes of 9/11. Watch a video with Superintendent Michael Maine, MCFR and Martin County PAL here: https://youtu.be/NC6ooECQMo0 #ALLINMartin👊 #NeverForget

📚PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE📚 📣 Calling all high school families! Jensen Beach High PTSA is partnering with Class 101 Treasure Coast to offer ALL local high school students an ACT practice test opportunity. The practice test will be administered on Saturday, Sept. 21, at Jensen Beach High School. The exam (paper) will be proctored, timed, graded and reviewed by Class 101. The cost of the test is $25 - all proceeds go directly to JBHS PTSA. The deadline to register is Wednesday, Sept. 18. This is a great opportunity for students to get a feel for standardized testing and assess their current skill level! Register your student: https://jbhs.givebacks.com/store #ALLINMartin👊

📆EVERY DAY COUNTS 📆 Consistent attendance is vital to student success. Every day matters, as each day offers opportunities that can’t be missed! September is Attendance Awareness Month and the support of our parents, guardians and community members makes all the difference to ensure our students are present, engaged, and ready to learn. Stay tuned throughout the month for facts about the importance of attendance and exciting ways our schools are rewarding perfect attendance! Watch school leaders talk about the importance of attendance: https://youtu.be/ir6vXioyTwE?si=eVRCGeEeF_DC9bNy #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎 ON THE AGENDA 🍎 Today's School Board Workshop will begin at 4:00 p.m. View the agenda here: https://bit.ly/3MlcXCh Watch the livestream here: https://bit.ly/4gbxZRf #ALLINMartin👊

🏈ATTENTION SPORTS FANS🏈 MCSD Families: To ensure a safe environment at our sporting events, all middle school students must be accompanied by an adult. Middle school students who attempt to gain entry to a sporting event without an adult will be denied and their parent will be required to come pick them up. ℹ️ Additionally, all student attendees, regardless of age/school, must present a valid school ID to gain entry to events. Remember, students can enjoy discounted ticket prices with their school ID! Thank you for your support of our high schools' athletics and for helping us maintain a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone! #ALLINMartin👊

That's a wrap for Curriculum Nights for the 24-25 school year! 👏 Our middle schools were filled with students and families excited to explore the rigorous curriculum and diverse clubs their schools have to offer. Thank you to all our families who attended their student's curriculum night for this school year. Your involvement makes all the difference in their educational journey! Together, we will ignite greatness! 🔥 📸 Stuart Middle School, Murray Middle School, Hidden Oaks Middle School #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MCSDIgniteTogether🔥

🍎PARTNERS IN EDUCATION🍎 Thank you to all the families who attended Curriculum Night at our high schools last night! It was inspiring to see so many families engaging with our students and staff, exploring the many amazing clubs, sports, and courses our schools offer. Middle school families, it's your turn tonight! 📸 Jubilate, MCHS Air Force JROTC, JBHS HOSA, MCHS Key Cub, JBHS Key Cub, MCHS Class of 2027, MCHS Swim and Dive, MCHS Girls Lacrosse, SFHS Yearbook #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📚BUILDING LITERACY📚 Students in the Martin County School District are diving into the world of reading! Our schools are dedicated to fostering a love for reading and empowering students to reach their literacy goals. We're committed to improving literacy and boosting their reading skills, one book at a time. Together, we’re building strong readers and lifelong learners! #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🫶STUDENTS UNITED🫶 Does your high school student want more leadership opportunities and make an impact in our community? The United Way of Martin County just launched its Students United program! Students can gain valuable volunteer hours, develop leadership skills, and explore local nonprofits through engaging activities. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of the next generation of community leaders! Applications are open for high school students until September 20, 2024. Learn more and apply today: https://www.unitedwaymartin.org/StudentsUnited Watch a video promoting Students United here: https://youtu.be/vouoTr5aq5g #ALLINMartin👊