MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on South Fork High School senior Kirsten Krysiak! "My favorite memories are going to nursing clinicians, doing raiders, and JROTC," Kirsten shared. "My career plans are to attend Michigan State University to major in nursing and ROTC. After I graduate from Michigan State University, I will go into the U.S. Army as an Officer to become a Green Beret Medic. Some of my favorite teachers are Sgt. Major Evans, Mrs. Ramos, and LTC Lehnert." 🎉Congratulations, Kirsten! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

📝SPRING BREAK STUDYING📝 Need some ideas to stay busy during the last few days of Spring Break? Paper Tutoring can help with that! Students can catch up on assignments, prep for their next test or even have some fun playing math games with Paper! Signing in and getting started is easy, plus Paper offers 24/7 tutoring! Log in via ClassLink or check out app.paper.co to stay ahead of the game. #ALLINMartin👊

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This morning, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Stefano Zayas! "Since I was a kid, I've always wanted to become a musician," Stefano shared. "My childhood was surrounded by amazing and talented musicians as well as watching my dad and his friends perform. Years later, I quickly realized I wanted to do the same and much more. I will soon enter a dedicated music college, majoring in Music Composition and Theory so that I can one day make music for Movie Cinemas." 🎉Congratulations, Stefano! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on Jensen Beach High School senior Mia Raelyn Quiles! Mia will be attending IRSC - Indian River State College. "We have no doubt that she will strive in whatever she decides to do as she is a true leader with a very strong character who only looks forward," mom Denise Quiles shared. "I’m proud of the independent person you are and will continue to be. Love you infinity x infinity." 🎉Congratulations, Mia! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

📚BOOK OF THE MONTH📚 Today, Florida Department of Education Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr. launched the Commissioner’s Book of the Month, a monthly reading challenge to promote literacy and reading engagement in K-12 schools. Commissioner Diaz will highlight four recommended books each month – one per selected grade range. Books of the Month for March: 📕Grades K-2 – “The Lion and the Mouse,” by Aesop 📗Grades 3-5 – “Roberto Clemente: Pride of the Pittsburgh Pirates,” by Jonah Winter 📘Grades 6-8 – “Lifeboat 12,” by Susan Hood 📙Grades 9-12 – “The Raft,” by S.A. Bodeen Don't forget to keep those minds sharp over Spring Break and take on the Superintendent's Spring Break Reading Challenge! Pass three quizzes with a 70% or higher over the break to earn a special edition MCSD Reads charm! Read more about the Commissioner's Book of the Month: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1039831 #ALLINMartin👊 #MCSDTheRippleEffect

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This morning, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Robert "Everett" Kenerson! Everett will be attending Florida Gulf Coast University and plans to major in construction management. 🎉Congratulations, Everett! 🎉 We are so proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on Jensen Beach High School senior Nichola Jacobson! "I'm excited to be heading to Florida Institute of Technology for their Aerospace Engineering program," Nicholas announced. 🎉Congratulations, Nicholas! 🎉 To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎉CELEBRATING NEW CAREERS🎉 We have another amazing intern to celebrate today! Dylan Little got the job at the Elliott Museum-Stuart!! Dylan is a student intern with Project SEARCH, which is a one-year high school transition program for students with disabilities who are 18-21. This one-year program prepares these students for competitive employment in the community by immersing them in an all-day work setting. "Dylan is such a people person and loves learning about history. He will be a fantastic addition to their staff," teacher Kimberly Brown said. Congratulations, Dylan! We are so proud of you 🎉🎉 Learn more about Project SEARCH here: https://www.martinschools.org/page/project-search #ALLINMartin👊 #MCSDTheRippleEffect

🗞️IN THE NEWS🗞️ The Environmental Studies Council and Center made it on the front cover of TCPalm's Luminaries! The article talks about the recent 50th anniversary celebration at the Elliott Museum-Stuart, and the ESC's upcoming 50th Anniversary celebration and fundraiser on April 1. Also, what a great group photo of ESC staff and council members! Read the full article: https://treasurecoast-fl.newsmemory.com/?special=Luminaries #ALLINMartin👊 #MCSDTheRippleEffect

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This morning, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Mia Beltran! "Shoutout to Mrs. Fitzpatrick for taking such good care of me my last two years of high school," Mia shared. Mia will be attending the University of Florida and major in biomedical engineering! 🎉Congratulations, Mia! 🎉 To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🌮TACOBOUT SPRING BREAK🌮 Ahead of Spring Break, staff at Spectrum Academy were treated to a fun taco fiesta courtesy of health assistant Samantha Saldana and social worker Cayuna Williams. The tacos were made with homemade tortillas and each staff member got to read awesome superlatives! It was a great way to kick off Spring Break 🌮🏖️ #ALLINMartin #MCSDTheRippleEffect

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Ridgway J. Clark V! Ridgway will be attending the Florida Institute of Technology and major in aerospace engineering. "Ridgway successfully completed the Cambridge Assessment International Education AICE program receiving his AICE Diploma with Merit," proud parent Boni Clark shared. "He was a member of the Martin County High School Boys Golf team for three years and has volunteered extensively with the First Tee program, teaching golf to youth. He also enjoys participating in competitions with the First Robotics S.P.A.M. team. Ridgway will be attending Florida Institute of Technology in the Fall, studying Aerospace Engineering, where we are sure he will soar to new heights!" 🎉Congratulations, Ridgway! 🎉 We are so proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🍎ON THE AGENDA🍎 Today's Special School Board Meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. The School Board is expected to discuss medical insurance for the 2023-2024 plan year during the meeting. View the agenda - http://bit.ly/3mPuZmF Watch the livestream - https://youtu.be/Qx27ZQgYWpQ #ALLINMartin

🎉CELEBRATING NEW CAREERS🎉 Let's give a big round of applause for Mercedes Jose Juan, one of our Martin S.A.I.L.S. (Students Acquiring Independent Living Skills) interns, who got the job! Mercedes was hired at Berry Fresh Cafe Stuart! We are so very proud of you, Mercedes! Cool fact: Mercedes is also an inspirational speaker! She recently delivered a moving speech of gratitude for Martin S.A.I.L.S. at a packed Family Information Night. Way to go, Mercedes! Learn more about Martin S.A.I.L.S. here: https://www.martinschools.org/page/martin-sails #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This morning, we are shining a spotlight on South Fork High School senior John Roberts! John will be attending South Georgia State College on a baseball scholarship! 🎉Congratulations, John! 🎉 To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This evening, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Mariel Scher! Mariel plans to attend Washington University in St. Louis and major in astrophysics! Proud mom Laurie said Mariel is graduating fourth in her class. She's also graduating with her Cambridge Assessment International Education AICE Diploma with Distinction. "In addition, she competed and made the opus 'Allstate mixed concert Choir.' Mariel is extremely gifted in Math and Physics," her mom shared. Congratulations, Mariel 🎉🎉 We are so proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This morning, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Brendan MacKenzie! Brendan plans to attend the University of Florida and major in architecture. He also plans to join club soccer at UF. "Shout out to Mr. Savella and all the other great teachers I had at MCHS," Brendan said. Congratulations, Brendan 🎉🎉 We are so proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

⏰DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME⏰ Don't forget to set your manual clocks ahead one hour before going to bed this evening! We'll #SpringForward beginning at 2 a.m. tomorrow. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Chase Waldbauer! Chase's favorite memories at Martin County High School mostly took place during freshman year in band, automotive and welding classes, according to his proud mom, Victoria. Chase plans to attend IRSC - Indian River State College for his AA in finance and marketing. Afterward, he hopes to either transfer to Tulsa Welding School - Jacksonville Campus or pursue management with Publix. Congratulations, Chase 🎉🎉 We are so proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 Please join us in congratulating Jensen Beach High School senior Joshua Cole Eatman! "Big congratulations to my son for getting into Wake Forest University to pursue medical," proud mom Diana Pratt shared. 🎉Congratulations, Joshua! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud