Murray Middle School

☀️SUMMER STARTS NOW☀️ Happy Summer, Families! Fourth-quarter report cards for elementary students will be posted today, May 26. Report cards for middle and high school students will be posted on Monday, June 12. 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👊 #PublicSchoolProud

Murray Lions past and present gathered for breakfast this morning. We shared some good food, laughs, and tears as we said goodby to three retirees: Jerri Skiles, Carol Forbes, and Tami De James. Once a Lion, always a Lion! ❤️🦁🦁🦁

Congratulations to the class of 2027 - they had a wonderful 8th grade promotion ceremony. Words of Encouragement came from our own Principal Umbaugh, who spoke to both the late bloomers and the over-achievers in his message. Special thanks to the Martin County High School Color Guards for their presentation of the Colors.

🍽NOURISHING ALL STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS🍽 Can you believe summer is just around the corner?! During the Summer Break, the Martin County School District will continue to nourish all students for success! Our Food & Nutrition Services Department will continue to offer free meals to children aged 18 and under during the summer months with no income restrictions. Breakfasts and lunches will be served starting May 30 at specific locations. Full list of locations and times: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1125714 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

Scribble Bots have taken over Mrs. Jerrells' 6th grade Science class! Students built and ran these little artistic robots.

Russell & Peak's 8th graders work on the annual end of the year build project.

In Art class, students planned out three design options and were then given Oreo cookies and a toothpick to carve out their summer plans. It's a wonderful lesson on positive and negative space. Was it more fun carving up the cream or eating the designs?

STEM adventures- Grade 6. All 6th grade students at MMS will get the opportunity to build and test a wind turbine. Mrs. Jerrells' class will build the basic models and then experiment with modifications before competing to see who can generate the most electricity!

🍎SHOWING APPRECIATION🍎 We are continuing our #ThankATeacher shoutouts this morning, starting off with spotlighting Ms. Janet Pace from Murray Middle School! "Mrs. Pace is a wonderful teacher at Murray because she cares about her student's wellbeing," grateful parent Laura Copley shared. "She is extremely approachable and is always available. She and I communicated this whole school year and she treated my son and I with respect. Because of her empathy and sense of humor, science is my son's favorite subject. The children find her funny and my son appreciates the positive environment she creates for her students. Thank you Mrs. Pace! You made 6th grade more enjoyable for my son." Thank you, Ms. Pace, for going above and beyond for your students! #ALLINMartin👊

💚MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS💚 Mental health is just as important as physical health. The Martin County School District is proud to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month and contribute to the efforts that fight stigma, provide support, and enhance our knowledge about mental illness. Students, employees and families are encouraged to show support by wearing green tomorrow, Tuesday, May 16, in honor of our districtwide Mental Health Awareness Day. #ALLINMartin👊

🍎SHOWING APPRECIATION🍎 This afternoon, we continue our Teacher Appreciation shoutouts with Murray Middle School teacher Ms. Michele Jerrells! "My mom, Michele Jerrells, has worked at Murray Middle School for 20 years, and the impact she has made on not only me, but also the school district is incredible," grateful daughter Sabrina shared. "She has inspired me AND my brother to become teachers in the MCSD. After 20 years, she continues to spread her passion for teaching through her students, children, and student teachers. I was in her class my final year at Murray, and I got the opportunity to witness the impact she has made on her students' lives. Her commitment to education and her ability to inspire others has helped shape the person I am today." Thank you, Ms. Jerrells, for everything you do for your students! #ALLINMartin👊 #ThankATeacher

STEM adventures! All 7th grade students at Murray Middle will have a chance to build a rubber band car that they can keep! After the basic build Mrs. Jerrells is using recycled materials to modify and then race their cars!

💐CELEBRATING MOTHERS💐 Happy Mother's Day to all of our moms and mom-like figures! Thank you for all you do for your students, schools, community and families. #ALLINMartin👊

📚BOOK OF THE MONTH📚 Florida Department of Education Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr. just announced his picks for Commissioner’s Book of the Month for May! Commissioner’s Book of the Month is a monthly reading challenge to promote literacy and reading engagement in K-12 schools. Books of the Month for May: 📙Pre-K: "I See Summer" by Charles Ghigna 📕Grades K-2: "The Little Butterfly That Could" by Ross Burach 📗Grades 3-5: "Charlie & Frog" by Karen Kane 📘Grades 6-8: "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank 📙Grades 9-12: "Inside Out and Back Again" by Thanhhà Lai #ALLINMartin👊

Congratulations to Logan Hendrix! We have selected him as our MMS Teacher of the Year for 2023-24. 🦁

🩺CELEBRATING NURSING STAFF🩺 It's National School Nurses Day! This morning, we are celebrating Murray Middle School's Certified Nursing Assistant, Alma Soberanis! "Alma is amazing in the clinic! She is compassionate, independent and patient. Under pressure, she handles the day effectively and with grace. She has built a welcoming environment for all," MCSD Health Services Team shared. Thank you, Alma, for being a part of our team here at the Martin County School District! #ALLINMartin👊

Florida's 2023 History Day is underway. This year's theme - "Frontier in History: People, Place, & Ideals."

Congratulations to MMS student, Nicolette Coleman! She is the Florida History Day winner for an individual performance - Laura Ingalls "Little House on the Prairie!"

🍎CELEBRATING TEACHERS🍎 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Without our amazing teachers, the Martin County School District couldn't educate ALL of our students for success. Thank you, teachers, for everything you do each and every day to help our students achieve their dreams. "Every day, you come to school with a passion for teaching and a desire to help our students reach their full potential," said Mr. Michael Maine, Superintendent of Schools. "You inspire them to learn, to grow, and to achieve their dreams. You provide them with the tools they need to succeed, both academically and personally. You create a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive and be their best selves." We appreciate you! #ALLINMartin👊 #ThankATeacher

Congratulations to thE students from MMS & HOMS that will be representing Martin County this week at the State History Fair: Kaleb S, Gabriel P, Levi T, Nicolette C, Gabriel Q, Toby A, Morgan R, Ian R, Claire R, Yaritzel P, Lydia V, Owen D, AJ T, Mackenzie S, Katalina V, Jett Z, Mason S, and Manuel A!