MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

🎉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

Happy #SpringBreak, families! We wish your family a safe, relaxing vacation and hope that you will find time to enjoy the magic of reading together! Watch as several of our elementary students share the books they are looking forward to enjoying next week ➡ https://youtu.be/dmx0M-zMc34 #ALLINMartin👊

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 Please join us in congratulating Jensen Beach High School senior Ugne Koveraite! "Proud of my student being successful and graduating as a 16-year-old from Jensen Beach High School! We are so thankful for her all AP teachers every single day," her proud mother, Dovile, shared. "Too many to list the names, but you know who you are! You are the reason my daughter was excited to wake up and go to school and do her best each day with ups and downs! Absolutely incredible administration and teachers do amazing things. We Thank YOU for teaching and going the extra mile each day! You are the reason Ugne loves the school at Jensen this year! Class of 2023 is grateful because all of you made a positive impact and my daughter’s success, motivation, and ambition are solid proof of how the wonderful teachers at Jensen make a difference in student’s life! She is more than ready to attend selective college, and I want to congratulate her for working so hard to be class of 23’." 🎉Congratulations, Ugne! 🎉 To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🪒SHAVE AND SAVE🪒 South Fork High School students and staff took the challenge and shaved their heads for St. Baldrick's Foundation! These shavees were able to help raise funds researchers depend on to cure childhood cancer while spreading awareness by showing off their bald heads! Way to go, Bulldogs! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #MCSDTheRippleEffect

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 Please join us in congratulating South Fork High School senior Valerie Sierra! "Valerie, we are beyond proud and excited for the next chapter in your life," proud mom Chona Sierra sahred. "Continue being one of a kind, and don’t hold back. Your sense of humor and charisma are your best qualities. Never stop smiling. The CNA Program has been a blessing for you. Thank you to Mrs. Ramos for all the guidance and support for the past two years. We know you will do great things in nursing. It won’t always be easy but you have family supporting you all the way. You can do anything you set your mind to. Love Mom, Dad and Ry ❤️." 🎉Congratulations, Valerie! 🎉 To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🍳DIGGING IN🍳 All week long, Martin County School District schools have been celebrating #NationalSchoolBreakfastWeek with fun and healthy breakfasts to build up their minds and bodies! Check out this awesome video Citrus Grove Elementary School staff and students filmed to bulldoze their way through #NSBW23: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmafJK54gcg #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #MCSDTheRippleEffect

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on South Fork High School senior Marissa Mitchell! Marissa plans to attend Stetson University and major in psychology. Congratulations, Marissa 🎉🎉 To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit http://bit.ly/3KUigJ7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🛠️APPROVED FOR CONSTRUCTION🛠️ We have exciting news! South Fork High School and the Martin County School District have finally received the permit to begin construction of the new athletic complex! "We could not be more excited about the news and for the added functionality available to the staff and students of South Fork. Thank you, Superintendent Dr. Millay, School Board Chair Mrs. Powers, and the members of the School Board for working diligently to turn these renderings into our near-future reality," SFHS Principal Dr. Tim Aitken said. This new athletic complex is being funded by the half-cent sales tax increase that Martin County voters generously approved in 2018. Thank you, Martin County voters! Go Bulldogs! #ALLINMartin👊 #MCSDTheRippleEffect