Martin County High School

📣 The Final Issue of MCHS The Tiger Times is Here! 🐯 📣 The last edition of The Tiger Times for this school year is packed with amazing content you won’t want to miss! 🙌 🎉 Inside this issue: 2024/2025 Recap – A look back at the year, by students, for students. 📝 The Final Pep Rally of the Year – Reliving the energy and excitement of our last school rally! 🎊 The Summer Problem – A Student Opinion – One student's perspective on the challenges of summer! ☀️ Preparing for the Fall Sports Season – Get ready for another year of fierce competition! 🏅 Editorial Game – A fun letter scrambler game to test your skills! 🧩 Student-Made Cartoons – A fun and creative way to showcase our talented Tigers! 🎨 A Message from the Editors – Reflections and thanks to the amazing MCHS community! ❤️ A huge thank you from the editorial board for reading and believing in student journalism this year. We’re just getting started – wait until you see what we have in store for next year! 🔥 Grab your copy before they’re all gone! 🐅 #TigerTimes #MCHS #FinalIssue #StudentJournalism #MCHSTigers #SchoolSpirit #YearInReview

🍎EARLY RELEASE & NO SCHOOL🍎 Reminder, Martin County families: we have Early Release today! There's no school on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. All District-operated schools and offices will be closed. View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars #ALLINMartin👊

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 Graduation ceremonies may have wrapped up… but we still have seniors to celebrate! This evening, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Riley Mead! "Riley attended Citrus Grove Elementary School and Hidden Oaks Middle School before Martin County High School," proud mom Shellee shared. "He had so many amazing teachers along the way: Ms Kirkham, Ms Brown, and Mrs Jacobson to name a few. Thanks to you all! At MCHS he had an outstanding team of teachers and support staff guiding him along the way too. A special shout out to Ms. Edwards, Mr. Wilson, Ms. Luna, and Mr. Francke for always believing in him!" "In high school he completed the Culinary Program earning 2 industry certifications and was a member of National Honor Society," Shellee continued. "His greatest achievement though was earning Boy Scouts’ highest rank of Eagle Scout in 2023, a rank which only 4% of those who join scouting ever reach. For college Riley intends on starting at Indian River State College then transferring to the University of Central Florida and then onto Optometry school. Riley we are so proud of you and are excited to see what the future holds for you!" 🎉Congratulations, Riley! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #Classof2025

🇺🇸 Reflect. Honor. Live Freely. 🇺🇸 This Monday, May 26, we observe Memorial Day—a time to pause and reflect, to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Let us honor their legacy by living with gratitude, compassion, and purpose. 🕊️ Enjoy the three-day weekend with your loved ones, and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday, May 27, as we begin the final week of the 2024–2025 school year! 🎓✨ #MemorialDay #MCHSRemembers #Gratitude #HonorAndReflect #MCHS #FinalWeekStrong

🎓 CELEBRATING THE MCHS CLASS OF 2025 🎓 The big moment is almost here — Graduation starts in just 2 HOURS! 🎉 Let’s come together to celebrate the incredible resilience and achievements of our #Classof2025. 📺 Can’t make it in person? No worries — watch it LIVE here: 🔗 https://www.lcpmultimedia.com/martincountyhighschoolgrad2025 Share the link with friends and family — wherever they are — and let’s make this a celebration to remember! 💙💛 #MCHS #Classof2025 #GraduationDay #Seniors2025 #LiveStream #FutureStartsNow

🎓🐯 Congratulations MCHS Class of 2025! 🐯🎓 Tonight, you crossed the stage and earned your diploma—but this isn’t the end. It’s just the beginning! 💫 Whether you're off to college, joining the military, or starting your career, you're stepping into your future with pride, passion, and the unstoppable spirit of a Tiger. 🧡🖤 We’re so proud of you—go chase your dreams and change the world! #MCHS2025 #TigerPride #GraduationDay #NewBeginnings #MCHS

🎓 DAY 3 — It’s Graduation Practice and MCHS Graduation Day! 🎓 Good morning, Class of 2025! Today is Thursday, May 22—our final Graduation Practice and the day you’ve all been waiting for: Graduation Day! 🎉 📍 Where: MCHS Gymnasium ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 🪪 Reminder: Your MCHS Student ID must be worn visibly at all times. No ID = No entry. 🎟️ Tickets will be handed out AFTER final practice today (5/22). 🎫 Each graduate will receive FOUR (4) tickets for guest seating in the gymnasium. 🎓 Graduation Ceremony – TONIGHT at 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Martin County High School Gymnasium 👨‍🎓 Graduates: Please report to your assigned room no later than 5:00 PM Park in the lot near the pool and Building 1 Let’s finish strong, Tigers—you’ve made it! We can’t wait to celebrate you tonight! 🧡🖤 #MCHS2025 #GraduationDay #TigerPride #Classof2025 #MCHS #FinalStep #WeDidIt

📢 Attention MCHS Students, Families & Staff! Just a reminder — tomorrow, Friday, May 23, is an Early Release Day! 🕐 Students will be dismissed at 1:15 PM, and the Early Release Bell Schedule will be in effect. Plan ahead and enjoy a head start to your afternoon! ☀️ #MCHSEarlyRelease #MCHSUpdates #PlanAhead #MCHS

🎓 DAY 2 — MCHS Graduation Practice is THIS MORNING! 🎓 Good morning, Class of 2025! It’s time for Day 2 of Graduation Practice — let’s finish strong and stay on track for the big day! 📍 Where: MCHS Gymnasium ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 🗓️ Today: Wednesday, May 21 ‼️ REMINDER: You must wear your MCHS Student ID — visible and on at all times. No ID = No Entry. If you forget it, you’ll have to go home to get it. 🚫 Seniors are only permitted on campus for graduation practice—please plan accordingly. Let’s go, seniors! One step closer to the stage! 🎉 #MCHS2025 #GraduationCountdown #SeniorSeason #MCHSClassof2025 #MCHS

A big shoutout to Stuart Ceramics for their generous gesture today! 🎉 They’ve graciously provided bagels for the staff at MCHS, fueling us for a productive midday ahead. 🥯✨ A special thank you to The Tribe Kitchen for donating these delicious treats, and to 3 Baristas Coffee Roasters for keeping us energized with their amazing coffee! ☕🙌 Enjoying a little midday boost, thanks to some incredible local support! 😊 #StuartCeramicsStudio #Grateful #BagelsForTheTeam #CommunitySupport #TheTribeKitchen #3BaristasCoffeeRoasters #MCHS #MiddayMotivation

🎓 CELEBRATING THE MCHS CLASS OF 2025 🎓 The countdown is almost over — Graduation is TOMORROW! 🎉 We’re so excited to honor the incredible #Classof2025 and everything they’ve achieved. 📺 Can’t attend in person? Watch the ceremony LIVE here: 🔗 https://www.lcpmultimedia.com/martincountyhighschoolgrad2025 Share the link with family and friends near and far — let’s celebrate this unforgettable milestone together! 💙💛 #MCHS #Classof2025 #GraduationEve #Seniors2025 #LiveStream #FutureStartsNow

🍎EARLY RELEASE & NO SCHOOL🍎 Reminder, Martin County families: we have Early Release on Friday, May 23, followed by no school on Monday, May 26! View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars #ALLINMartin👊

📢 Attention MCHS Students, Families & Staff! Just a heads up — Friday, May 23 is an Early Release Day! 🕐 Students will be dismissed at 1:15 PM, and the MCHS Early Release Bell Schedule will be in effect. Plan ahead, and enjoy the early start to your afternoon! ☀️ #MCHSEarlyRelease #MCHSUpdates #PlanAhead #MCHS

🎉 Big News, MCHS! Khanmigo is HERE for All 6–12 Students & Teachers! 🚀 Thanks to a state-funded grant, every MCHS student in grades 6–12 now has access to Khanmigo, Khan Academy’s powerful AI learning assistant! 🎓💬 But here’s the deal: To keep access through next school year, each student needs to complete just ONE Khanmigo chat before summer break. That’s it! ✅ 🧠 What to Do: 🎯 Chat with Khanmigo (at least 5 messages back and forth) 📅 Do it before the last day of school 🔓 Unlock access for all of next year 📍How to Start: Log in through ClassLink > Click Khan Academy If prompted, click “Create a new account” Go to Khanmigo > Activities (left menu) Choose an activity: 🔹 Tutor Me – Help with any subject 🔹 Refresh – Review what you’ve learned 🔹 Debate – Share your opinion, defend your view 🔹 Extra – Explore what you want to learn 💬 What Khanmigo Offers Students: Khanmigo is more than just a chatbot. It provides: 📝 Instant writing feedback ➗ Step-by-step math guidance 🎙 Academic support with voice and choice 🎨 Creative prompts and learning conversations 🔍 Full transparency—teachers see every student interaction All with no direct answers given—just support and skill-building that sticks. 📺 Khanmigo was recently spotlighted on 60 Minutes — watch the first 9 minutes for a powerful look at how it’s transforming classrooms: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ia3CPhVkUtg Let’s get chatting, MCHS! One quick conversation now = a whole year of smarter learning. 💬📘 #MCHSGoesKhanmigo #AIforLearning #FutureReady #KhanAcademy #MCHS

🌟 Celebrating Our MCHS ELL Paraprofessionals! 🌍📚 We're shining a spotlight on the incredible ELL paraprofessionals who are the heart of our multilingual classrooms. 💬❤️ Your dedication helps our English language learners feel seen, supported, and empowered every single day. From providing one-on-one guidance to bridging communication gaps, your work makes a world of difference—literally! 🌏 Thank you for your patience, your passion, and your unwavering belief in every student’s potential. We couldn’t do it without you! Let’s hear it for our ELL paras—true champions of language, learning, and love! 👏👏👏 #ThankYou #ELLParaprofessionals #LanguageMatters #InclusionInAction #TeamworkInEducation #MCHS

🎉🏆 Shoutout to our FINAL MCHS PBIS Winners of the Year! 🏆🎉 All year long, our Tigers have led by example—showing what it means to be Respectful, Responsible, and Ready. Their positive choices earned them PBIS tickets and a shot at some amazing end-of-year prizes! 🙌 Here are our lucky winners: 🚗 Senior Parking Pass Winner: Evelyn Torres 🚗 Junior Parking Pass Winner: Lana Swartzendruber 📘 Yearbook Winner: Samantha Benoit 🏈 Football Ticket Winners: Jakeb Croteau & Jillian Dunnell 🍔 Culver’s Gift Card Winners: Benjamin Campos, Carter Strohm, Katie Chimienti, Emily Wilkens, and Kilee Brailo 👕 MCHS Merch Winners: Morgan Ray, Brayden Scannapieco, Addison Harr, Myah Conant, Karemy Encarnacion, Amber Wang, Joshua Brown, Tristyn Jones, Giulian Rizzo, and Giovanna Cafro 👏 A huge congratulations to all our winners! Thank you to every Tiger who earned PBIS tickets and showed what it means to live with integrity and school pride. You’ve made this year unforgettable! 💙

🎓 Attention Class of 2025! 🎓 Senior Checkout is TODAY — Monday, May 19 in the MCHS Gymnasium! 📌 Your MCHS Student ID is REQUIRED and must be worn and visible to participate. ‼️ No ID = No Checkout If you show up without your ID, you will be sent to retrieve it — don’t hold up your day! 📍 Reminder: Seniors are only permitted on campus for checkout today. Please plan accordingly and respect these guidelines. Let’s get it done and move one step closer to graduation! 🎉 #MCHS2025 #SeniorCheckout #GraduationReady #MCHSClassof2025 #MCHS

🎉 74 Future Healthcare Heroes Pinned! 🩺✨ We’re incredibly proud to announce that 74 Medical Academy course completers have officially earned their pins — a powerful symbol of their dedication, perseverance, and transition into the medical profession. The pinning ceremony is more than just tradition — it's a rite of passage that honors the hard work and commitment these individuals have shown in completing their training. From classroom study to hands-on practice, they’ve earned this moment. 💉 Their pins represent more than achievement — they mark the beginning of lives devoted to care, compassion, and healing. 👏 Join us in celebrating this amazing milestone for our newest medical professionals! #MedicalAcademy #PinningCeremony #FutureHealthcareHeroes #HealthcareGraduates #MedicalProfessionals#MCHS #PeerForward

If you're planning to attend the Baccalaureate this evening at Palm City Presbyterian, please note the new start time: 5:30 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to celebrating with you and your Graduate at 5:30 PM tonight! 🎓✨ #Baccalaureate #Graduation2025 #TimeChange #PalmCity

🎓 Attention Class of 2025! 🎓 As we approach the big day, please be aware of an important requirement: 📌 Your MCHS Student ID must be worn and visible on the following days: Senior Checkout Day – Monday, May 19 - MCHS Gymnasium Graduation Practice Days – Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 🗓️ May 20 (Meet in Auditorium) 🗓️ May 21 & 22 (Meet in Gym) ⏰ All practices run from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM ‼️ No ID = No Entry Students who arrive without their ID will be sent to retrieve it before participating. Don’t delay your day—wear your ID! 📍 Reminder: Seniors are only allowed on campus for checkout and graduation practice. Please plan accordingly. Let’s finish strong, seniors! 🎉 #MCHS2025 #SeniorSeason #GraduationCountdown #MCHSClassof2025 #MCHS