J.D. Parker Elementary School

Our thoughts remain with Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, Broward County Public Schools and the City of Parkland as we remember the 17 lives lost and many more who were injured during a senseless tragedy four years ago. We will never forget. #MSDStrong🦅

🍎SUCCESS STARTS HERE: ENROLL NOW FOR 2022-2023🍎 The Martin County School District is now accepting registrations for incoming kindergarten students and new students across all grade levels for the 2022-23 school year! 🌟 Take flight with us during our kindergarten orientation events: https://www.martinschools.org/article/646074 Discover MCSD and enroll today: https://www.martinschools.org/page/school-registration #ALLINMartin👊

🍎MARTIN MINUTES WITH MILLAY🍎 Did you catch Superintendent John D. Millay's appearance on the WSTU 1450 AM Morning Show this week? Dr. Millay chatted with show hosts Evan and Bonnie about what families of rising kindergarten students can expect during our Kindergarten Blast Off events and much more! 🚀🚀 Catch up on what you missed by clicking the link below. Dr. Millay's segment begins at the 2:01:25 mark. https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-guns6-119e0c2 #ALLINMartin👊

Every child is one caring adult away from being a success story. Thank you to all of our outstanding school counselors for "being the one" for our students. #ALLINMartin👊#NSCW22

🍎HEAD START & VPK OPEN ENROLLMENT TO BEGIN ON MONDAY🍎 Just a reminder, families - we will begin accepting Head Start and Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) applications for next school year (2022-2023) on Monday, February 7. Students must be three (3) years of age on or before September 1, 2022, to register for Head Start. Students must be four (4) years of age on or before September 1, 2022, to register for VPK. Learn more and prepare for enrollment: https://www.martinschools.org/article/633549 #ALLINMartin👊

🌞RISE AND SHINE- IT’S TRACK TIME!🌞 No filter needed- Superintendent John D. Millay snapped these outstanding photos as he gave the opening remarks for this morning’s Russell Holloway Elementary Track Meet. 🏃🏽‍♀️ 🏃🏼‍♂️ ☀️ Our trackletes and their coaches are ready for a beautiful day of friendly competition at Martin County High School! #ALLINMartin👊

🗣Calling all parents of little ones who will be entering kindergarten in the fall! 🗣 Your chance to get to know everything about J.D. Parker Elementary School is coming February 22! We will host an orientation session for families to help them get a jump start on kindergarten. Tours will be given, questions will be answered and families will be able to complete all enrollment paperwork on-site. Click here for details: https://www.martinschools.org/article/646074 #ALLINMartin🚀

🐢🌊EXPLORING THE GEM OF MARTIN COUNTY🐢🌊 Encounters with nature happen here in your Martin County public schools! Slowly but surely, the Environmental Studies Center has resumed its on-site field trips. To ensure transportation requirements are met throughout the District, as well as to allow the Center to welcome as many children as possible, students in grades 2-5 will have the opportunity to visit this school year. The Center offers many opportunities for the community to visit throughout the year, including the upcoming Grandparents Day which will be held this Saturday, February 5! A little chilly weather didn't stop J.D. Parker Elementary School students from enjoying their recent trip to the Center! #ALLINMartin👊

🚀THE COUNTDOWN TO KINDERGARTEN IS ON! 🚀 Are you or someone you know the parent/caregiver of a child who will be ready for kindergarten next school year? MCSD will host "Countdown to Kindergarten" orientation sessions for incoming kindergartners at each of our 12 elementary schools on February 22! Families will tour their child's future campus, meet the leadership team, learn how they can help support their child's educational transition AND have the opportunity to enroll in our A-rated, academically high-performing school district! Learn more: https://www.martinschools.org/article/646074 #ALLINMartin🚀

🏃🏼‍♂️ Each one, teach one… 🏃🏽‍♀️ We LOVE that our Martin County High School student-athletes are mentoring our elementary and middle school track stars. Next weekend’s Russell Holloway Elementary Track Meet looks to be one for the ages! 📸 from TCPalm: https://www.tcpalm.com/picture-gallery/sports/high-school/track/2022/01/26/martin-county-track-team-mentors-elementary-and-middle-school-runners-track-clinic/6611975001/ #ALLINMartin👊

Second quarter report cards will be posted today, January 18. View your child's grades and attendance records in the FOCUS Parent Portal: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/ If you do not currently have access to the FOCUS Parent Portal, please click here to view instructions for claiming your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/ #ALLINMartin👊

“The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” -Martin Luther King, Jr. The dream lives on. #MLKJrDay #ALLINMartin👊

📲STAYING CONNECTED📲 Did you receive the latest edition of Martin Moments, our e-newsletter, in your inbox this week? Click the link below to catch up on the latest news and information from around MCSD! https://conta.cc/3I6c8ZY #ALLINMartin👊

Just a reminder, families - There will be no school for students on Friday, January 14 (Teacher Work Day) and Monday, January 17 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day). Classes will resume Tuesday, January 18. #ALLINMartin👊

🍎 VPK OPEN ENROLLMENT: 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR🍎 The Martin County School District's Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Program (VPK) will begin accepting applications for the 2022-2023 school year on February 7, 2022. The program is available at select District-operated schools with limited enrollment. The open enrollment will take place in two phases beginning on February 7, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. Please click here to learn more: https://www.martinschools.org/article/621324 #ALLINMartin👊

🌴WORK IN PARADISE🌴 Looking to begin 2022 with a brand new career? Visit us on LinkedIn and explore current employment opportunities: https://www.linkedin.com/company/martin-county-school-district. We hire to inspire - let's connect today! #ALLINMartin👊

We are #ALLINMartin👊 and ready for a fantastic second semester of learning!

🎆...and 2021 is a wrap!🎆 🎇Happy New Year, Martin County!🎇 We are so excited to begin 2022 by going #ALLINMartin👊 in support of student achievement. Let's come together as a community to make this year the best yet for Martin County children!

May peace, love, and unity bring a happy Kwanzaa to all who celebrate! #ALLINMartin👊

🌲Merry Christmas, Martin County! 🌲 May the spirit of the season fill your homes and hearts with warmth and love. #ALLINMartin👊