๐บ๐ธSCHOOLS CLOSED NEXT MONDAY๐บ๐ธ
Friendly reminder, families โ all District-operated schools will be closed next Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents' Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17.
View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin๐
Friendly reminder, families โ all District-operated schools will be closed next Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents' Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17.
View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin๐

๐คSTEM IN ACTION๐ค
On Friday, J.D. Parker Elementary School fourth graders turned curiosity into creation during a hands-on STEM field experience. As the School of STEAM and Aerospace, this experience fit right inโstudents built robots, explored the basics of coding, learned about engineering pathways, and got a glimpse of how they could one day join the award-winning FRC 180 S.P.A.M. Robotics team!
An enlightening and fun field trip during CTE month! This is the advantage of enrolling in our A-rated Districtโlearning that goes beyond the classroom, real-world experiences, and opportunities that help students discover what they're capable of. Enroll today: https://bit.ly/3Z1Ny6E
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolProud #unstoppablesince1925










๐คSTEM IN ACTION๐ค
On Friday, J.D. Parker Elementary School fourth graders turned curiosity into creation during a hands-on STEM field experience. As the School of STEAM and Aerospace, this experience fit right inโstudents built robots, explored the basics of coding, learned about engineering pathways, and got a glimpse of how they could one day join the award-winning FRC 180 S.P.A.M. Robotics team!
An enlightening and fun field trip during CTE month! This is the advantage of enrolling in our A-rated Districtโlearning that goes beyond the classroom, real-world experiences, and opportunities that help students discover what they're capable of. Enroll today: https://bit.ly/3Z1Ny6E
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolProud #unstoppablesince1925










๐บ๐ธCELEBRATING 250 YEARS๐บ๐ธ
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nationโs founding, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite students to take part in the America250FL Art & Essay Contests.
Winners will receive a Florida College Plan scholarship provided by Florida Prepaid College Plans.
๐๏ธ Entries due by March 16
๐ Learn more: https://america250floridacontest.com/
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nationโs founding, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite students to take part in the America250FL Art & Essay Contests.
Winners will receive a Florida College Plan scholarship provided by Florida Prepaid College Plans.
๐๏ธ Entries due by March 16
๐ Learn more: https://america250floridacontest.com/
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

๐BOOK BONANZA EXTRAVAGANZA๐
MCSD Elementary Families: You are invited to the Education Foundation of Martin County Book Bonanza at J.D. Parker Elementary School on Thursday, February 5, from 5:30โ7:30 PM! ๐๐
This FREE family event is open to Martin County families with children in Pre-K through 5th grade. Space is limited, and preโregistration is required, so register today! โก๏ธ https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/.../efmc-book...
Enjoy literacy activities, giveaways, a free barbecue dinner, and the chance to enroll in the New Worlds Reading program.
Curious what Book Bonanza is all about? Visit the Education Foundation of Martin Countyโs Facebook page to see photos from last weekโs soldโout event!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolProud
MCSD Elementary Families: You are invited to the Education Foundation of Martin County Book Bonanza at J.D. Parker Elementary School on Thursday, February 5, from 5:30โ7:30 PM! ๐๐
This FREE family event is open to Martin County families with children in Pre-K through 5th grade. Space is limited, and preโregistration is required, so register today! โก๏ธ https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/.../efmc-book...
Enjoy literacy activities, giveaways, a free barbecue dinner, and the chance to enroll in the New Worlds Reading program.
Curious what Book Bonanza is all about? Visit the Education Foundation of Martin Countyโs Facebook page to see photos from last weekโs soldโout event!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolProud

๐ฅLEAVING LEGACIES: STUDENT FILM CONTEST๐ฅ
Submissions are now open for Inwater Research Group's Youth-Driven Cinema Film Festival! Martin County students are invited to get creative and bring their ideas to life through short films inspired by this yearโs theme: Leaving Legacies โ Your Voice. Your Planet. Your Legacy.
The top five films from elementary, middle, and high school will be showcased at the festivalโgiving students a chance to see their work on the big screen!
๐ Submissions due: March 25, 2026
๐ฌ Film screening: April 22, 2026 (Lyric Theatre, Downtown Stuart)
Learn more and submit at: https://ow.ly/g1rX50Y7QOT
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD
Submissions are now open for Inwater Research Group's Youth-Driven Cinema Film Festival! Martin County students are invited to get creative and bring their ideas to life through short films inspired by this yearโs theme: Leaving Legacies โ Your Voice. Your Planet. Your Legacy.
The top five films from elementary, middle, and high school will be showcased at the festivalโgiving students a chance to see their work on the big screen!
๐ Submissions due: March 25, 2026
๐ฌ Film screening: April 22, 2026 (Lyric Theatre, Downtown Stuart)
Learn more and submit at: https://ow.ly/g1rX50Y7QOT
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD

๐CELEBRATING SCHOOL COUNSELORS๐
Across the Martin County School District, our school counselors amplify student success every dayโsupporting academic growth, guiding future plans, and helping students navigate lifeโs challenges with care and compassion.
They are unstoppable champions for students. Their guidance, dedication, and commitment to excellence help shape confident learners, strong schools, and an A-rated District where students can truly thrive!
During National School Counseling Week, we proudly recognize our incredible counselors for going #ALLINMartin๐ for students and making a lasting difference across our schools.
Help us celebrate! Drop a note of thanks or a shout-out to a school counselor in the comments below! โฌ๏ธ
#PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #NSCW26
Across the Martin County School District, our school counselors amplify student success every dayโsupporting academic growth, guiding future plans, and helping students navigate lifeโs challenges with care and compassion.
They are unstoppable champions for students. Their guidance, dedication, and commitment to excellence help shape confident learners, strong schools, and an A-rated District where students can truly thrive!
During National School Counseling Week, we proudly recognize our incredible counselors for going #ALLINMartin๐ for students and making a lasting difference across our schools.
Help us celebrate! Drop a note of thanks or a shout-out to a school counselor in the comments below! โฌ๏ธ
#PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #NSCW26

๐HONORING OUR HISTORY๐
The Martin County School District is proud to celebrate Black History Month!
As part of the celebration, we are proud to host the 2nd annual district-wide Black History Month Event, bringing together every school from across the District to showcase student artwork and performances, including singing, readings, and poetryโhighlighting both talent and history.
๐ Saturday, February 21
โฐ 9 a.m. โ 1 p.m.
๐ Stuart Middle School
More details coming soon. Save the date and stay tuned!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #BlackHistoryMonth
The Martin County School District is proud to celebrate Black History Month!
As part of the celebration, we are proud to host the 2nd annual district-wide Black History Month Event, bringing together every school from across the District to showcase student artwork and performances, including singing, readings, and poetryโhighlighting both talent and history.
๐ Saturday, February 21
โฐ 9 a.m. โ 1 p.m.
๐ Stuart Middle School
More details coming soon. Save the date and stay tuned!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #BlackHistoryMonth

๐ฌ๐ฟLIGHTS. CAMERA. KINDERGARTEN!๐ฟ๐ฌ
Just TWO weeks to go! The MCSD Kindergarten Kick-Off is almost here, and weโre getting ready to roll out the red carpet for our newest learners.
๐ Wednesday, February 4
๐ 5:30 p.m.
๐ Your childโs future elementary school
Families will tour the school, meet school leaders, step inside a kindergarten classroom, and learn about meals, transportation, Extended Day, and more.
โก๏ธ Now enrolling! Registration for the 2026โ27 school year is OPEN for all grade levels. On-site enrollment assistance will be available during Kick-Off. ๐ Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jn3N7K
The countdown is on to the first step in an A-rated journey, where bright futures take center stage. โจ
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Just TWO weeks to go! The MCSD Kindergarten Kick-Off is almost here, and weโre getting ready to roll out the red carpet for our newest learners.
๐ Wednesday, February 4
๐ 5:30 p.m.
๐ Your childโs future elementary school
Families will tour the school, meet school leaders, step inside a kindergarten classroom, and learn about meals, transportation, Extended Day, and more.
โก๏ธ Now enrolling! Registration for the 2026โ27 school year is OPEN for all grade levels. On-site enrollment assistance will be available during Kick-Off. ๐ Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jn3N7K
The countdown is on to the first step in an A-rated journey, where bright futures take center stage. โจ
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

๐FAMILY LITERACY NIGHT๐
Martin County High School is hosting its first-ever Family Literacy Night during Celebrate Literacy Week 2026: Read, White and BlueโCelebrating 250 Chapters of America...and you're invited! ๐๐๐บ๐ธ
๐ Thursday, January 29
โฐ 5:30โ7 p.m.
๐MCHS Library Media Center
Families of all ages are invited to enjoy storytelling, interactive literacy activities, GALE resources, a pop-up history museum, and Sunshine State Young Reader book displays, all designed to strengthen reading at home and at school.
Come read, learn, and celebrate literacy together! ๐
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Martin County High School is hosting its first-ever Family Literacy Night during Celebrate Literacy Week 2026: Read, White and BlueโCelebrating 250 Chapters of America...and you're invited! ๐๐๐บ๐ธ
๐ Thursday, January 29
โฐ 5:30โ7 p.m.
๐MCHS Library Media Center
Families of all ages are invited to enjoy storytelling, interactive literacy activities, GALE resources, a pop-up history museum, and Sunshine State Young Reader book displays, all designed to strengthen reading at home and at school.
Come read, learn, and celebrate literacy together! ๐
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

๐REPORT CARDS๐
Second-quarter report cards are now available in the FOCUS Parent Portal.
View your child's grades and attendance info: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/
If you don't have access to FOCUS, please click here to view instructions for claiming your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Second-quarter report cards are now available in the FOCUS Parent Portal.
View your child's grades and attendance info: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/
If you don't have access to FOCUS, please click here to view instructions for claiming your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

Reminder, families! All schools and District offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20.
The Martin County School District is honored to join the StuartLife - The City of Stuart, Florida, in celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at this yearโs MLK Parade and Celebration. Look for our students and staff representing our District throughout the event!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 20.
The Martin County School District is honored to join the StuartLife - The City of Stuart, Florida, in celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at this yearโs MLK Parade and Celebration. Look for our students and staff representing our District throughout the event!
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

๐ฟ๐ฌTHE COUNTDOWN TO KINDERGARTEN IS ON!๐ฌ๐ฟ
We are rolling out the red carpet for our newest learners at Kindergarten Kick-Off! ๐ Families are invited to join us on Wednesday, February 4, at 5:30 p.m., right here at J.D. Parker Elementary.
During the event, families will tour our campus, meet our leadership team, visit a kindergarten classroom, and learn about meals, transportation, Extended Day after-school care, and more.
โก๏ธ Now enrolling! Registration for the 2026โ27 school year is OPEN for all grade levels, with on-site enrollment assistance available during Kindergarten Kick-Off. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jn3N7K
Begin the journey at J.D. Parker Elementary, where bright futures take center stage. We canโt wait to welcome our Rockets. Enroll today! โจ๐
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
We are rolling out the red carpet for our newest learners at Kindergarten Kick-Off! ๐ Families are invited to join us on Wednesday, February 4, at 5:30 p.m., right here at J.D. Parker Elementary.
During the event, families will tour our campus, meet our leadership team, visit a kindergarten classroom, and learn about meals, transportation, Extended Day after-school care, and more.
โก๏ธ Now enrolling! Registration for the 2026โ27 school year is OPEN for all grade levels, with on-site enrollment assistance available during Kindergarten Kick-Off. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jn3N7K
Begin the journey at J.D. Parker Elementary, where bright futures take center stage. We canโt wait to welcome our Rockets. Enroll today! โจ๐
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

๐VOTE NOW!๐
Weโre proud to share that a J.D. Parker Elementary School Rocket has been nominated for TCPalm's Teacher of the Week, and we need your votes to help her win!
Congratulations to 2nd grade teacher, Ms. Paula Vasquez! Her nominator shared: "I would like to nominate Paula Vasquez for Teacher of the Week because her growth and dedication as an educator have been truly inspiring. She is deeply committed to her students, always advocating for their needs and ensuring they feel supported. Her kindness, consistency, and willingness to learn make her an exceptional role model for both students and staff. She truly embodies what it means to be an effective and compassionate teacher."
Fun fact: Ms. Vasquez used to be a paraprofessional at J.D. Parker, even winning the Mary J. Brogan Scholarship during the 2020-2021 school year! โก๏ธ Vote for her today and every day through Friday afternoon: bit.ly/4qD2Bjg
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Weโre proud to share that a J.D. Parker Elementary School Rocket has been nominated for TCPalm's Teacher of the Week, and we need your votes to help her win!
Congratulations to 2nd grade teacher, Ms. Paula Vasquez! Her nominator shared: "I would like to nominate Paula Vasquez for Teacher of the Week because her growth and dedication as an educator have been truly inspiring. She is deeply committed to her students, always advocating for their needs and ensuring they feel supported. Her kindness, consistency, and willingness to learn make her an exceptional role model for both students and staff. She truly embodies what it means to be an effective and compassionate teacher."
Fun fact: Ms. Vasquez used to be a paraprofessional at J.D. Parker, even winning the Mary J. Brogan Scholarship during the 2020-2021 school year! โก๏ธ Vote for her today and every day through Friday afternoon: bit.ly/4qD2Bjg
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

๐ฌ๐ฟLIGHTS. CAMERA. KINDERGARTEN!๐ฟ๐ฌ
The Martin County School District is rolling out the red carpet for our newest learners at Kindergarten Kick-Off! ๐ Families are invited to join us on Wednesday, February 4, at 5:30 p.m., at your childโs future elementary school.
During the event, families will tour the school, meet the leadership team, visit a kindergarten classroom, and learn about meals, transportation, Extended Day after-school care, and more.
โก๏ธ Now enrolling! Registration for the 2026โ27 school year is OPEN for ALL grade levels, with on-site enrollment assistance available. Learn more about the event here: https://bit.ly/4jn3N7K
Itโs the first step in an A-rated journeyโwhere excellence begins and bright futures take center stage. โจ๐
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
The Martin County School District is rolling out the red carpet for our newest learners at Kindergarten Kick-Off! ๐ Families are invited to join us on Wednesday, February 4, at 5:30 p.m., at your childโs future elementary school.
During the event, families will tour the school, meet the leadership team, visit a kindergarten classroom, and learn about meals, transportation, Extended Day after-school care, and more.
โก๏ธ Now enrolling! Registration for the 2026โ27 school year is OPEN for ALL grade levels, with on-site enrollment assistance available. Learn more about the event here: https://bit.ly/4jn3N7K
Itโs the first step in an A-rated journeyโwhere excellence begins and bright futures take center stage. โจ๐
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

WELCOME BACK, MCSD FAMILIES!๐๐
New semester, same A-rated standard. We're so excited to see our students and pick up right where we left offโfocused, energized, and ready to keep the momentum going!
Letโs make this second half strong, successful, and unstoppable! ๐ช
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
New semester, same A-rated standard. We're so excited to see our students and pick up right where we left offโfocused, energized, and ready to keep the momentum going!
Letโs make this second half strong, successful, and unstoppable! ๐ช
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

โฐโ๏ธ ONE WEEK LEFT TO HUSTLE! โ๏ธโฐ
Looking for some engaging activities for students to do during this last week of Winter Break? The MCSD IXL Holiday Hustle is still going strongโwith just one week left to help schools climb the leaderboard!
Every ELA and Math skill mastered counts, whether students practice at their grade level, one below, or one above. Thereโs still time to make an impact before the challenge wraps up on January 4.
Who will be crowned the 2025 MCSD IXL Holiday Hustle Champion? ๐
โก๏ธ Learn more: https://bit.ly/48T5LrF
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Looking for some engaging activities for students to do during this last week of Winter Break? The MCSD IXL Holiday Hustle is still going strongโwith just one week left to help schools climb the leaderboard!
Every ELA and Math skill mastered counts, whether students practice at their grade level, one below, or one above. Thereโs still time to make an impact before the challenge wraps up on January 4.
Who will be crowned the 2025 MCSD IXL Holiday Hustle Champion? ๐
โก๏ธ Learn more: https://bit.ly/48T5LrF
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

โ๏ธ WINTER BREAK IS HERE! โ๏ธ
Winter Break has arrived, and weโre wishing our students, employees, and families a restful, joy-filled break. May the days ahead bring time to slow down, recharge, and soak in the magic of the seasonโwhether that means cozy moments, special traditions, or simply time together.
We canโt wait to welcome students and staff back in the new year as we continue a school year rooted in excellence. Classes resume January 5.
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD
Winter Break has arrived, and weโre wishing our students, employees, and families a restful, joy-filled break. May the days ahead bring time to slow down, recharge, and soak in the magic of the seasonโwhether that means cozy moments, special traditions, or simply time together.
We canโt wait to welcome students and staff back in the new year as we continue a school year rooted in excellence. Classes resume January 5.
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD

๐Looking for a gift this holiday season?๐
Look no further! Purchase a tag created by one of our fifth-grade art students through Martin County Tax Collector, Ruth Pietruszewski's Office! Choose from plates created by students from one of our elementary schools. Proceeds from purchases go back to our classrooms!
Purchase tags from this year or previous years: https://martin-county-tag-art.myshopify.com/

๐๐ชHOLIDAY SURPRISE๐ช๐
Did you know that tomorrow, December 4, is National Cookie Day?!
You know what that means...every student gets a FREE holiday cookie with their lunch purchase! ๐
A little sweet treat to ring in the season and make their day even brighter! ๐คฉ
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Did you know that tomorrow, December 4, is National Cookie Day?!
You know what that means...every student gets a FREE holiday cookie with their lunch purchase! ๐
A little sweet treat to ring in the season and make their day even brighter! ๐คฉ
#ALLINMartin๐ #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

