Martin County High School

In response to a pandemic that has disrupted lives and derailed plans for so many in our community, Indian River State College today revealed its most significant investment ever in eliminating barriers to higher education. At a special assembly at Fort Pierce Central HS, the College launched the IRSC Promise Program—announcing tuition-free Associate degrees for qualifying 2022 high school graduates from public/public charter schools in Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie counties. “IRSC exists to change the lives of those we are here to serve,” affirms IRSC President Dr. Timothy Moore. “No matter your background, household income, or grade point average, if you are graduating from a public or public charter high school in our service district this spring, you can earn an A.A., A.S. or A.A.S. from IRSC tuition-free. We are not going to let anyone fall through the cracks.” The program comes at a critical time. Fewer students are enrolled in higher education today than 2 years ago. Consumer prices are up 7.5 percent over last January and rising. For many, the cost of college can feel out of reach. “The cost of tuition should never prevent anyone from pursuing their personal and academic goals,” shares Michael Hageloh, Interim Vice President for Institutional Advancement. “The IRSC Promise program, backed by the strength of the IRSC Foundation and led by the vision of the College’s District Board of Trustees, will help countless individuals stay the course and earn the education they require to build the futures they deserve. It is the ultimate investment in our community.” 76% of IRSC students stay in the local community after graduation, contributing to the local economy as workforce members and as consumers. The program aims to make college education broadly accessible. Students do not need to demonstrate financial need, and there is no GPA requirement for acceptance to the program. Once in the program, students must maintain full-time enrollment status during fall, spring and summer terms, and maintain satisfactory academic progress. Eligible seniors must commit to IRSC by taking the Promise Pledge, available at promise.irsc.edu, by May 15.

MCHS joined together with JBHS for a day of painting the "Salute to Service" mural at the Palm City Post Office. They accomplished a lot on this day of art, learning, and fun!

🍎EDUCATING ALL STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS🍎 In life - and in school- students' questions often go unasked. MCSD's free, online tutoring platform ensures all middle and high school students have access to expert instructors across hundreds of subject areas 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Students can even receive support and feedback as they work on essays, reports and scholarship applications. Your child can access this free service by signing in to ClassLink with their District credentials and clicking the "Paper" app. Click the following link to learn more: https://youtu.be/lNsH9J6hYN4 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🔊 Jensen Beach High School, Martin County High School and South Fork High School seniors- Indian River State College will offer tuition-free associate degrees to eligible graduating members of the #Classof2022! Eligible seniors must graduate with a minimum 2.0 GPA. College athletes are not eligible per the Florida Council for Athletic Affairs. There are NO income restrictions. 👀 all details: https://promise.irsc.edu/ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🐯🏀CHASING GREATNESS🏀🐯 Martin County High School's Varsity Boys Basketball team is headed to the Florida High School Athletic Association's Class 6A #FinalFour competition in Lakeland! This is the first Final Four trip for the Tigers since 2013. Click below and get pumped up for victory with us! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZG-8xhjHQc #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

Martin County High School Bell Schedule for March 2, 2022 SAT Modified Schedule Period 4 11:02 - 12:30 Passing 12:30 - 12:34 Period 5 12:34 - 1:50 Passing 1:50 - 1:55 Period 6 1:55 - 2:28 Passing 2:28 - 2:32 Period 7 2:32 - 3:05 Lunch Schedule - SAT Modified Schedule 5th Period & 30 min Lunch - 76 min Total Section 1 Lunch: 12:30pm - 1:00pm Instruction: 1:04pm - 1:50pm Section 2 Instruction: 12:34pm - 12:57pm Lunch: 12:57pm - 1:27pm Instruction: 1:27pm - 1:50pm Section 3 Instruction: 12:34pm - 1:20pm Lunch: 1:20pm - 1:50pm

Indian River State College will offer tuition-free associate degrees to high school graduates in Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie counties beginning with the Class of 2022. To be eligible, students must graduate high school with at least a 2.0 GPA.

🎭 BETTER THAN BROADWAY 🎭 Some of the best theatrical performances you'll find anywhere in the world happen right here in your Martin County public schools! Last week, drama students from Jensen Beach High School and South Fork High School wowed audiences with their performances of "Anastasia" and "West Side Story." Be sure to check the events calendar on our website and app frequently so you never miss an opportunity to see our talented students in action! 📸: School Board Member Victoria Defenthaler, District 3 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

YMCA is hosting their first open interviews for summer camp work positions on Thursday, March 17, from 11am-2pm, at the Stuart YMCA. Visit https://www.ymcatreasurecoast.org/summer-camp-open-interviews/ for more information.

🍎EARLY RELEASE DAY🍎 Just a reminder, families - Wednesday, March 30, is an early release day. Students will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal. View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars. #ALLINMartin👊

In celebration of our Varsity Boys’ Basketball Team moving on to the Final Four in Lakeland on March 3rd, MCHS is hosting a Pep Rally on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. The MCHS Pep Rally Bell Schedule is in effect for Tuesday, March 1, 2022.

🎓BRIGHT FUTURES BEGIN HERE🎓 The Martin County School District is proud to observe #PublicSchoolsWeek2022 by celebrating the many ways our schools prepare students for success after graduation. Educating all students for success is more than a Mission statement. Our three high schools - Jensen Beach High School, Martin County High School and South Fork High School - earned a collective graduation rate of 97.1% in 2021. The graduation rate for all demographic subgroups also increased significantly, boasting an average percentage point increase of 8.28. #PSW22 #PublicSchoolProud #ALLINMartin👊

The Freshman Showcase for the MCHS Class of 2026 is tomorrow, Thursday, February 24, 2022 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. For more information: https://www.martinschools.org/o/mchs/page/2026-information

3 of our MCHS athletes have been nominated for TC Palm Athlete of the week. Please vote for one of our top athletes. Thank you for recognizing our Tigers! The link to vote is: https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.tcpalm.com/amp/6830554001

🛠️CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN CTE🛠️ In recognition of #CTEMonth, we're honored to highlight the people and programs that make the many hands-on, industry-driven opportunities offered throughout the District meaningful for our students. We're proud to recognize our 2022-2023 CTE Student, Teachers and Industry Partners of the Year! 👀 more: https://www.martinschools.org/article/665224 #ALLINMartin👊

🌊YOUR NEXT CAREER DECISION IS CRYSTAL CLEAR🌊 ☕Don't forget - our virtual coffee chat from 5-6 pm on February 24 is your chance to learn why the Martin County School District is your best choice for a rewarding career! ☕ Get details and RSVP here: https://bit.ly/MCSDHRCoffeeChat Ready to take the next step now? Email careers@martinschools.org to chat with a recruiter today! #ALLINMartin👊

Please join FAFSA Night on 2/23 at 6:30 PM to receive support with your Free Application for Federal Student Aid. All Seniors & Parents are strongly encouraged to attend. Bring your FSA ID, SSN, Parent/Guardian FSA ID & 2020 Tax documents. See you virtually on 2/23 at 6:30 PM.

"Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope and dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and greater strength for our nation."-John F. Kennedy Happy Presidents' Day, Martin County! #ALLINMartin👊

🩺BUILDING FUTURE HEALTH CARE LEADERS🩺 Congratulations to the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) members from Martin County High School who competed in the regional leadership competition last week! They competed in various events ranging from Nursing Assisting to Job Seeking Skills. 16 of 29 students placed in the top three of their events! #CTEMonth #ALLINMartin👊 #GetThereFL

📚CELEBRATING OUR HISTORY📚 Martin County High School hosted its #BlackHistoryMonth celebration on Tuesday, February 15. Students listened to a variety of presentations in an assembly-style format, including Ms. Thelma Washington of the Gertrude Walden Child Care Center's recitation of Martin County's ABCs of Black History! Please join us in congratulating members and advisors of the MCHS Minority Student Achievement Club for their work in organizing this celebration: 🎓Kaitlyn Gary - 9th grade 🎓Ric'kyia Weaver - 9th grade 🎓Naiya Ford - 9th grade 🎓Larome Young - 10th grade 🎓Juniah Gresseau - 12th grade 🎓Daniyah Burns - 10th grade 🎓Ricaria Weaver - 12th grade 🍎Ms. Ucola Barrett-Baxter, Dean of Students 🍎Mr. John Leon, Dean of Students #ALLINMartin👊