๐จโจ Tiger Artists Shine in the 2026 Scholastic Art Awards! โจ๐จ
Martin County High School student artists earned an incredible 40 awards in the 2026 Regional Scholastic Art Awards for Palm Beach and Martin Counties! ๐๐ฏ
A huge congratulations to our Gold Key winners whose exceptional work now advances to the national competition:
Lily Carter, Sueanna Doris-Capra, Charlotte Hannah, Ella Smith, and Sobner Termilus. ๐๐บ๐ธ
Explore their artwork here โก๏ธhttps://tinyurl.com/2ptw5vp9
๐ฅ GOLD KEY AWARDS
Photography
Lily Carter โ โConfidenceโ
Sueanna Doris-Capra โ โWarm Embraceโ
Charlotte Hannah โ โThe Suns Golden Touchโ
Ella Smith โ โBirds of Preyโ
Ella Smith โ โTortoiseโ
Ella Smith โ โOwlโ
Sobner Termilus โ โFace of a Winnerโ
Sobner Termilus โ โMad Juniorโ
Drawing
Kaitlyn Sperco โ โCapturedโ
๐ฅ SILVER KEY AWARDS
Photography
Lily Carter โ โSplit Toastโ
Gianna Burgos โ โTrue Colorsโ
Ean Ferreira Herman โ โBack Homeโ
Taylor Gibson โ โRhythm in the Waterโ
Charlotte Hanna โ โOvergrownโ
Lilly Larsen โ โNew Beginningsโ, โFantasyโ , โGolden Hourโ
Vanessa Roblero-Chilel โ โStressโ
Ella Smith โ โIt Just Keeps Tickingโ
Ella Smith โ โFree as a Birdโ
Ella Smith โ โI Only See Youโ
Sobner Termilus โ โBarcodeโ
๐ HONORABLE MENTION
Photography
Ashleymar Aranguren โ โArtโ, โFilmingโ
Taylor Gibson โ โDarkness Taking Overโ, โMy Eyesโ
Charlotte Hannah โ โBoots and Blossomsโ, โThe Church Busโ
Lilly Larsen โ โFresh Melonโ, โBlanketโ, โRainy Daysโ
Vanessa Roblero-Chilel โ โPost Upโ
Ella Smith โ โAshamed of Myselfโ, โSolitudeโ, โClimate Changeโ
Sobner Termilus โ โBlocked Sunshineโ
Bella Valade โ โMovementโ
Painting
Kaitlyn Sperco โ โOh the Places You'll Goโ
Digital Painting
Bella Valade โ โAtlasโ, โTaylorโ
๐ Congratulations to all of our incredible Tiger creatives! Your talent, hard work, and imagination continue to inspire. ๐๐๐

Help us give a huge Tiger welcome to Mr. Robert Grossman, our new School Counselor here at Martin County High School! ๐๐
With 17 years of experience in educationโteaching Civics and serving in School Counseling at both the middle and high school levelsโMr. Grossman brings a wealth of knowledge, heart, and dedication to our campus.
โจ Why He Chose Education:
โThe importance and value of education were instilled in me at a young age by my parents. I was fortunate to have amazing teachers in my life, and I believed that the positive impact they had on me was something I could pay forward.โ
That passion for shaping studentsโ futures is already shining through!
๐โพ๐ช Hobbies:
When heโs not supporting students, youโll find Mr. Grossman working out, watching football and baseball, traveling with his wife, and spending time with their adorable puppy, Dexter! ๐ถโ๏ธ
๐ What He Loves About MCHS:
โI love the strong academic focus offering AICE, AP, Dual Enrollment and CTE courses. The school counseling department, administration, staff, and students have been amazingly supportive and kind through my transition.โ
Weโre thrilled to have you as part of the Tiger family, Mr. Grossman! ๐
Hereโs to an amazing year ahead!
#MCHS #TigerPride #StaffSpotlight #SchoolCounselor #MCHSCounselors #TogetherWeRoar

Our inaugural MCHS Family Literacy Night was a huge successโand itโs all because of YOU! Thank you to our amazing students, families, staff, and community partners for showing up, engaging, and demonstrating just how committed we are to reading and helping every student succeed.
A few special shoutouts:
โจ Mel Fisher Maritime Museum โ Thank you for generously loaning us the Florida and the American Revolution PopโUp Museum for Florida Schools. This hands-on experience brought history to life for our students and families!
โจ Robin Shapiro โ We are so grateful for your time and expertise in guiding our parents and students through the ins and outs of the powerful GALE resources provided by MCSD. Your session opened doors to a world of research support and academic tools.
โจ MCHS Administrators & Staff โ Your enthusiasm, support, and love of reading helped make this night meaningful and memorable. From hosting activities to welcoming families, you helped bring literacy to life.
Thank you, Tiger community, for making our first-ever Family Literacy Night truly special. Because of your support, weโre excited to make this a yearly tradition at MCHS! ๐๐
#TigerPride #FamilyLiteracyNight #MCHSReads #MelFisherMaritimeMuseum #MCHS #TogetherWeRoar #RobinShapiro #GALE

๐ STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Ms. Susan Wetzel ๐
Welcome our newest Tiger to the MCHS family! ๐ฏ๐๐
๐ Subjects Taught:
English/Language Arts, World History, and Media Specialist (previous experience)
๐งญ Years in Education:
Since 2009
๐ก Why You Choose to Teach:
Ms. Wetzel is passionate about helping students grow, discover new interests, and find confidence in their abilities. She believes education opens doorsโand she loves being part of that journey.
๐ฟ Hobbies:
Listening to books, walking, camping, kayaking, and serving as a Flotilla Staff Officer for Publications with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
๐ What You Love About MCHS:
She has long imagined teaching in a high school settingโand is thrilled to finally be here at Martin County High School, where the sense of community and Tiger Pride immediately made her feel at home.
Help us give Ms. Wetzel a warm Tiger welcome!
#MCHSStaffSpotlight #WelcomeTigers #TigerPride #MCHS #TogetherWeRoar

๐ CLASS OF 2026 โ LAST CALL FOR SENIOR ADS! ๐
Itโs your moment, Tigers! Celebrate your seniorโs journey, achievements, and unforgettable memories with a custom Senior Ad in the 2026 yearbook. ๐๐
โจ Space is limited and this is your FINAL reminder โ donโt miss out!
โจ Order online today: yearbookforever.com
Ad Pricing:
๐ Full Page โ $300
๐ Half Page โ $200
๐ 1/4 Page โ $100
๐ 1/8 Page โ $85
Secure your spot and give your senior a tribute theyโll treasure forever.
๐ Order today before space runs out!
#ClassOf2026 #SeniorAds #MCHS #TigerPride #MACOSH #TogetherWeRoar

Students in Ms. Stuvelโs AICE English Language classes at MCHS are sharpening their analytical skills by comparing voice and viewpoints across different types of texts.
Through close reading and discussion, students are learning how narrative perspective shapes meaning, influences credibility, and impacts how readers interpret a message. From authorial voice to point of view, theyโre discovering that how a story is told can be just as powerful as what is being said.
This work challenges students to think deeply, question perspectives, and become more intentional readers and writersโskills that extend well beyond the classroom.
๐ Way to go, Tigers, for engaging thoughtfully with text and elevating your literary analysis!
#MCHS #AICEEnglish #CriticalThinking #StudentLearning #TigerPride #LiteracyMatters #TogetherWeRoar #AICE








A huge thank you to our Class of 2027 students and families who joined us for Junior Night! Your time, engagement, and great questions made the evening a success.
Our school counselors and administrators shared essential guidance to help our juniors feel confident and prepared as they look ahead to a successful senior year and life beyond MCHS. From graduation requirements to college planning, testing, scholarships, and senior scheduling, it was an important step in the journeyโand itโs clear our Tigers are ready!
We appreciate our families partnering with us to support student success and planning ahead. Together, we are helping the Class of 2027 stay college, career, and future ready!
#MCHSTigers #ClassOf2027 #JuniorNight #CollegeReady #C2Ready #FutureReady #TogetherWeRoar



MCHS had an incredible day at the HOSA Region 9 Competition, and we could not be more proud of our amazing competitors! Every student represented Martin County High School with excellence, determination, and true Tiger Pride. ๐๐
Weโre thrilled to share that eight students placed, and three of them qualified for the HOSA State Leadership Conference happening April 16โ19! Please join us in celebrating these outstanding accomplishments:
๐ Pathophysiology
โข Jordyn Slider โ 4th Place
โข Leah Acevedo โ 5th Place
๐๏ธ Extemporaneous Writing: Health Policy
โข Anelkis CabreraโFelix โ 4th Place
โ๏ธ CPR/First Aid Team
โข Gabby Davis & Najah Karake โ 4th Place
๐ STATE QUALIFIERS! ๐
๐ Phlebotomy
โข Isabella Calhoun โ 3rd Place
๐จ Health Career Display
โข Sophia Cantu & Elisabeth Rapaport โ 2nd Place
We are SO proud of all our competitors for their hard work and dedication. Congratulations to our students moving on to STATESโgo show them what Tiger excellence looks like! ๐ฏโจ
#TigerPride #MCHSHOSA #Region9Success #FutureHealthProfessionals #ctemartin #MCHS #TogetherWeRoar #HOSA

Weโre excited to invite you to our Parent Night on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, from 5:30โ6:30 PM in the MCHS Media Center! ๐๐
This is a great opportunity to:
โจ Learn about academic pathways
โจ Explore course options for next year
โจ Get helpful guidance from our counselors
โจ Ask questions and stay informed about your studentโs journey at MCHS
We canโt wait to see you there as we partner together for student success! ๐๐ฏ
#MCHS #TigerPride #ParentNight #CollegeAndCareerReady #TogetherWeRoar

Please join us in celebrating our Varsity Defensive Captain, Kaelum Chandler, who has officially committed to play D1 lacrosse at Wagner College in New York! ๐บ๐ฅ๐
Becoming a Division I athlete is no small feat โ in fact, only about 2.9%โ3.2% of high school boysโ lacrosse players ever make a D1 roster. That puts Kaelum in the top tier of studentโathletes nationwide! ๐ฅ๐ช
Kaelumโs grit, leadership, and relentless work ethic have made him a force on the field and an inspiration to his teammates. Now heโs taking that same energy to the next level!
๐๐ Congratulations, Kaelum!
MCHS is proud of you โ and we canโt wait to watch you dominate in NY.
Once a Tiger, always a Tiger! ๐ ๐ฅ
#TigerPride #D1Bound #WagnerLacrosse #MCHS #NextLevelReady #MCHSBoysLacrosse #MCHS #TogetherWeRoar

Donโt miss this important opportunity! Junior Night is happening TONIGHT, Wednesday, January 28, 2026, and we strongly encourage all Class of 2027 students and families to attend.
๐ Tonight โ Wednesday, January 28, 2026
โฐ 5:30 PM โ 6:30 PM
๐ MCHS Library Media Center
This essential session will help you stay on track as junior year continues and senior year planning begins. The information shared tonight can make a big difference in preparing for whatโs next.
โ Topics Weโll Cover:
โข Graduation requirements
โข Senior year scheduling
โข College & post-secondary options
โข SAT & ACT testing
โข Scholarships
โข Paying for college
โข The college application process
๐ก Why attend tonight?
Waiting another year could mean missing key opportunities. This is your chance to get ahead, ask questions, and feel confident about the road to graduation and beyondโtogether.
Bring your questions, your planner, and your Tiger pride! ๐ฏ
We look forward to seeing our Class of 2027 families TONIGHT.
#MCHSTigers #ClassOf2027 #JuniorNight #CollegeReady #C2Ready #MCHS #TogetherWeRoar

โฐ Less than ONE WEEK to go!
Donโt forgetโMartin County High Schoolโs PTSA meeting is right around the corner, and weโd love to see students, families, AND teachers there!
โจ Next PTSA Meeting
๐ Monday, February 2, 2026
โฐ 7:30 AM
๐ The Florida Room
This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow Tiger families, hear about exciting plans for our campus, and learn how YOU can be part of the positive momentum at MCHS.
๐ Why be part of the MCHS PTSA?
โ Strengthen the homeโschool connection
โ Support programs that benefit all students
โ Share your voice in events and initiatives
โ Help our Tigers thriveโacademically, socially, and creatively
๐ฒ Havenโt joined yet? Thereโs still time!
Check out the PTSA membership flyer for details and scan the QR code to sign up quickly. Every level of support makes a differenceโand helps our Tiger community ROAR louder!
Letโs come together to make MCHS the very best it can be.
Together we roar, Tigers! ๐ฏ๐๐
#MCHSTigers #PTSA #TogetherWeRoar #TigerPride #BlueAndGold #CommunityStrong


World Autism Awareness Day โข April 2nd
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurological difference that affects social interaction, communication, and behavior. Every individual with autism has their own unique strengths, skills, and challenges. With understanding, acceptance, and the right support, individuals with ASD can thriveโand our community plays an important role in making that happen. ๐โจ
On April 2nd, letโs join the world in raising awareness and celebrating the incredible diversity of the autism community. We want to see our entire campus covered in BLUE! ๐๐ฏ
๐ BEST BUDDIES TโSHIRT FUNDRAISER
Show your support AND help us fill MCHS with blue this year!
๐๏ธ Order Window: January 20โ30
๐ฒ Cost: $20
๐ง How to Order: Email your shirt size(s)
๐ Payment Options:
โข Drop payment in Mrs. Aronoff's school mailbox
โข Bring payment directly to Room 2โ109
Thank you, Tigers, for helping us spread awareness, inclusion, and support for individuals with ASD. Letโs LIGHT IT UP BLUE on April 2nd and show what Tiger Pride is all about! ๐๐ฏ๐
#LightItUpBlue #WorldAutismDay #MCHSTigers #InclusionMatters #BestBuddies #AutismAwareness #MCHS #TogetherWeRoar


Our MCHS AVID students recently had the opportunity to learn more about careers in the technology industry, including what it takes to manage client relationships and deliver complex software solutions.
Through this career exploration experience, students gained valuable insight into the many pathways available in techโfrom account management to client delivery and beyond. Realโworld examples helped students connect classroom skills to professional success and better understand how collaboration, communication, and problemโsolving play a critical role in the field.
A big thank you to Vicky Ceo, Software Account Manager and Client Delivery Lead with Arcesium, for sharing her expertise and inspiring our students to think broadly about their futures in technology.
๐ Helping our Tigers stay C2 Readyโone career conversation at a time!
#MCHS #AVID #AVIDFamily #CareerExploration #TechCareers #Arcesium #VickyCeo #MCHSAVID #TogetherWeRoar #C2Ready

The Inwater Research Group invites students from Martin and St. Lucie Counties to use their voices and creativity through the Youth Driven Cinema Student Film Festival & Contest.
๐ฅ 2026 Theme:
โจ Leaving Legacies โ Your Voice. Your Planet. Your Legacy. โจ
Do you have a story to tell about the environment? A cause you care about? A vision for the future of our planet? This is your moment. Youth Driven Cinema empowers young people to create short films that celebrate the natural world and advocate for its protectionโblending art, science, and storytelling to inspire real change.
๐ฑ Students are encouraged to imagine boldly, connect deeply with nature, and submit original films that reflect what matters most to them. Your story can inform, inspire, and leave a lasting legacy.
๐ญ Film Festival Screening:
๐ Lyric Theatre | Stuart, Florida
๐ April 22, 2026
๐ก 6:30 PM
๐๏ธ Create it. Submit it. See it on the big screen.
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating student voices, creativity, and conservation.
#YouthDrivenCinema #LeavingLegacies #YourVoiceYourPlanet #StudentFilmFestival #InwaterResearch #YouthVoicesMatter #EnvironmentalStorytelling #LyricTheatre #EarthDay2026 #MCHS #TogetherWeRoar

Weโre excited to spotlight one of our newest educators at Martin County High SchoolโMs. Lauren Hladney, Biology Teacher! ๐งฌโจ
๐ฟ Subjects Taught:ย Biology
๐ Years in Education:ย First-year teacher
Ms. Hladney chose teaching because of her love for biology and her passion for helping students see how science connects to the world around them. She works hard to create a classroom where curiosity is encouraged, students feel supported, and confidence in learning can grow.
Outside the classroom, youโll find her spending time with animals, enjoying the outdoors, or staying active through running ๐พ๐๐โโ๏ธ.
๐ Why she loves MCHS:
โThe welcoming and supportive environment and strong sense of community make it an exciting place to start my teaching career.โ
Please join us in giving Ms. Hladney a warm Tiger welcome! ๐
#MCHSTigers #TigerPride #StaffSpotlight #BiologyRocks #NewTeacher #MCHS #TogetherWeRoar

Our AVID students were thrilled to hear from Terrill Newell of Poo Tang Reefs, who shared his incredible journey as an aquaculture coral specialist and farmer. From starting his small business from the ground up to navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, Terrill gave students an honest, behindโtheโscenes look at what it takes to build a career you love.
He emphasized the importance of hard work, selfโadvocacy, and believing in your vision, while showing how passion and persistence fuel longโterm success. His story was both inspiring and eyeโopening, proving that with dedication and drive, unique career pathsโespecially in marine and environmental fieldsโare absolutely possible!
Thank you, Terrill, for motivating our students to dream big and work boldly toward their goals! ๐๐
#MCHS #AVID #AVIDFamily #CareerExploration #Entrepreneurship #MarineCareers #PooTangReefs #C2Ready #TogetherWeRoar #MCHSAVID



Get ready to rock and roll your way back to Rydell High! ๐คโก
The MCHS Fine Arts Departmentย proudly presents
๐ญ Grease: School Versionย โ a fun, high-energy musical you wonโt want to miss!
๐ Performance Dates & Times:
โข March 12, 13 & 14 at 6:00 PM
โข Matinee: March 14 at 2:00 PM
๐๏ธ Tickets:
โข Students: $10
โข Adults / General Admission: $15
โข FREE entry for teachers and district employees!
๐ซ Get your tickets now at ๐ www.mchs.ludus.com
Come support our incredibly talented Tiger performers and celebrate the arts at MCHS. Itโs electrifyinโโyouโll love every minute! ๐ฅ๐ฏ
#MCHSFineArts #GreaseSchoolVersion #OnceATigerAlwaysATiger #TigerPride #SupportTheArts #MCHS #TogetherWeRoar

Students in Mrs. Falzonโs World History classย showcased their learning in a creative way with engaging one-pager projectsย centered on key explorers from the Age of Exploration. Through thoughtful visuals, concise summaries, and meaningful connections, students demonstrated how exploration helped shape global interactions that still impact us today.
These projects highlight studentsโ ability to analyze historical information, summarize key ideas, and present their understanding in a creative and engaging format. Way to go, historiansโlearning looks amazing when creativity meets content! ๐๐งญ๐
#MCHS #WorldHistory #StudentCreativity #AgeOfExploration #LearningInAction #TogetherWeRoar






A big thank you to Shana Fann, flight attendant, for spending time with our AVID students and giving them an inside look at her exciting career! Shana shared how much she enjoys the flexibility of her schedule and the incredible opportunity to see the world through her work.
Her real-life experiences helped students make meaningful connections between classroom learning and future career possibilitiesโshowing them that there are many unique and rewarding paths after high school.
We are grateful for community members like Shana who inspire our students to dream big and explore whatโs possible! ๐โจ
#MCHS #AVID #AVIDFamily #CareerExploration #FutureReady #CollegeAndCareerReady #C2Ready #ShanaFann #TogetherWeRoar





