Calling all future inventors! Pinewood Panthers in grades 1–5 can join Snapology’s After-School Robotics Club right here at Pinewood!
Students will get hands-on with LEGO® robotics, coding, STEM challenges, and creative problem-solving—all while having fun with friends!
📅 Mondays | Sept. 28–Nov. 2
⏰ 2:15–3:15 PM
Check out the flyer for registration details and get ready to build, code, create, and discover!
We hope you are enjoying your long weekend with family and friends! Please see below for important events and reminders for the upcoming week at Pinewood Elementary.
📅 Monday, September 7
• No School in observance of Labor Day
📅 Tuesday, September 8
• PTA Meeting at 5:30 PM in the Media Center
📅 Thursday, September 10
• 5th Grade Science PM1 Assessment
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to another great week of learning and growing together at Pinewood!
💛🖤 Have a wonderful weekend, Panthers! 🐾
¡Hola, familias Panther! 🐾
¡Esperamos que estén disfrutando de este fin de semana largo con familiares y amigos! A continuación, encontrarán eventos importantes y recordatorios para la próxima semana en la Escuela Primaria Pinewood.
📅 Lunes, 7 de septiembre
• No hay clases en conmemoración del Día del Trabajo (Labor Day)
📅 Martes, 8 de septiembre
• Reunión de la PTA a las 5:30 p. m. en el Centro de Medios
📅 Jueves, 10 de septiembre
• Evaluación PM1 de Ciencias para 5.º grado
Gracias por su continuo apoyo y colaboración. Esperamos otra excelente semana de aprendizaje y crecimiento juntos en Pinewood.
💛🖤 ¡Que tengan un maravilloso fin de semana, Panthers! 🐾
📚✨READ, DREAM & GO BIG!✨📚
Just like Dolly.
On September 25, or 9/25 (like 9 'to' 5), we’re celebrating Dolly Parton Day and her biggest gift to children: a love of reading. ❤️📖
Here’s how to join us:
📚 Read for at least 30 minutes on September 25.
📖 Get a library card and make your next great read easier to find.
💗 Have a child age 5 or under? Sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to receive free books at home
And, of course, dress the part! Think pink, rhinestones, boots and big hair. 👢✨💕
Let’s go #ALLINMartin👊 to celebrate reading, big dreams and the joy of a good book! Get ready to share your pics of reading a book and doing it in style, just like Dolly.
#PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore #ImaginationLibrary
The final tally is in!
The EFMC All for One, One for All Back-to-School Reading Challenge was an amazing way to kick off the school year! The goal was simple: every student in the class earn at least 1 AR point. When the entire class reached the goal, everyone earned a trip to the Book Vending Machine to choose a book of their very own!
We are excited to share that 18 classes completed the challenge, which means a total of 358 books were placed into the hands of our students thanks to the Education Foundation of Martin County!
We loved watching classmates encourage one another, celebrate each new class that reached the goal, and—most importantly—READ!
What a great way to start the year by building excitement around books and reading together. Congratulations to all 18 classes who conquered the challenge!
1st Grade: Ms. Vick
2nd Grade: Ms. Goshien, Mrs. India-Hurrell, Mrs. Davis
3rd Grade: Mrs. Cartwright, Mrs. Glover, Mrs. Powell, Ms. Buschini, Ms. Neal
4th Grade: Mrs. Crafa, Ms. Cadieux, Ms. McGowan, Ms. Szala, Ms. Nisa
5th Grade: Ms. Warner, Ms. Jones, Ms. Bellio, Mrs. Pizzi,
358 books. 358 readers. All for the LOVE of reading!
#EFMC
Just a heads up—our first day off from school is coming up this weekend! Schools and District offices will be CLOSED Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.
View the full 26-27 calendar here: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
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🍂🐾 ¡Feliz mes de septiembre, familias de Pinewood! Por favor, lean nuestra Conexión Panther para conocer todo lo que está sucediendo este mes. ¡Esperamos que disfruten de las actividades, eventos y oportunidades emocionantes que tenemos preparadas para nuestra comunidad escolar! 🖤💛🐾
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Pinewood Giveback Night is THIS TUESDAY!
Skip the cooking and support Pinewood Elementary at Chick-fil-A Stuart on Tuesday, September 1st from 2–8 PM!
🍟 Drive-Thru
📱 Mobile Orders
🍽️ Dine-In
🥡 Carryout
Make sure your purchase counts!
🐾 Mention Pinewood Elementary at checkout
📱 Ordering in the Chick-fil-A App? Enter code PANTHERS before checkout!
Grab some Chick-fil-A and help support our Panthers at the same time.
Hello Panther Families! As a reminder, we have our first SAC meeting tomorrow at 5:30 PM. We hope you can make it!
View the agenda here:
PWE SAC Agenda 9-1-26.pdf
🐾💛🖤
If you can't make it in person, consider joining us virtually:
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/236453257436065?p=WnniV3crRQvXg9pEuo
Meeting ID:
236 453 257 436 065
Passcode:
sp2gn7h9
¡Hola, familias Panther!
Como recordatorio, mañana tendremos nuestra primera reunión del SAC a las 5:30 p. m. ¡Esperamos que puedan acompañarnos!
Vea la agenda aquí: PWE SAC Agenda 9-1-26.pdf
🐾💛🖤
🐾 Hello Panther Families!
It's hard to believe we're already beginning Week 4 of the school year! Please take a look at all the exciting events and important dates happening at Pinewood this week.
📚 Tuesday, September 1
Grades 3-5 FAST ELA Testing
Please ensure your child gets a good night's sleep and arrives at school on time, ready to do their best!
🍽️ Chick-fil-A Spirit Night | 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for our Pinewood Chick-fil-A Spirit Night! Purchases made during this time will support Pinewood Elementary through all sales channels, including:
Drive-Thru
Mobile Orders (Mobile Thru, Dine-In, or Carryout)
Traditional Dine-In or Carryout
To make sure your purchase counts:
Mention Pinewood Elementary at checkout.
For mobile orders, enter the code "panthers" in the Chick-fil-A App before completing your purchase.
🤝 School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting | 5:30 PM
Our first SAC Meeting of the school year will begin at 5:30 PM in the Media Center. We welcome all families interested in learning more about our school and sharing their input.
➕ Wednesday, September 2
Kindergarten PM1 Math Assessment
➗ Thursday, September 3
Grades 3-5 FAST Math Testing
We appreciate your support in helping students arrive prepared and confident.
💛🖤 Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to another fantastic week of learning, growth, and success at Pinewood!
🐾 Go Panthers!
🐾 ¡Hola Familias Panther!
¡Es difícil creer que ya estamos comenzando la Semana 4 de este año escolar! Los invitamos a revisar todos los eventos y actividades importantes que estarán ocurriendo en Pinewood esta semana.
📚 Martes, 1 de septiembre
Pruebas FAST de ELA para los grados 3.º a 5.º
Por favor, asegúrense de que su hijo(a) descanse bien la noche anterior y llegue a la escuela a tiempo, listo(a) para dar lo mejor de sí.
🍽️ Noche de Chick-fil-A | 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
¡Acompáñenos en nuestra Noche de Chick-fil-A para apoyar a Pinewood Elementary! Todas las compras realizadas durante este horario contribuirán al evento a través de cualquiera de los siguientes métodos de compra:
Servicio por Auto (Drive-Thru)
Pedidos Móviles (Mobile Thru, comedor o para llevar)
Compras en el restaurante o para llevar
Para asegurarse de que su compra cuente para Pinewood:
Mencione Pinewood Elementary al realizar su pedido.
Si realiza un pedido móvil, ingrese el código “panthers” en la aplicación de Chick-fil-A antes de completar su compra.
🤝 Primera Reunión del SAC (Consejo Asesor Escolar) | 5:30 PM
Nuestra primera reunión del SAC del año escolar se llevará a cabo a las 5:30 PM en el Centro de Medios. Invitamos a todas las familias interesadas a participar, conocer más sobre nuestra escuela y compartir sus opiniones.
➕ Miércoles, 2 de septiembre
Evaluación PM1 de Matemáticas para Kindergarten
➗ Jueves, 3 de septiembre
Pruebas FAST de Matemáticas para los grados 3.º a 5.º
Agradecemos su apoyo para que nuestros estudiantes lleguen preparados y con confianza.
💛🖤 Gracias por su continuo apoyo y colaboración. Esperamos otra fantástica semana de aprendizaje, crecimiento y éxito en Pinewood.
🐾 ¡Vamos Panthers!
Little Veterinarian School is BACK at Pinewood!
The Sea Turtle Pt. I Program starts NEXT FRIDAY! Students in grades K–5 can explore the exciting world of marine veterinary medicine through fun, hands-on activities using real tools.
🌊 Learn about ocean animals and the layers of the ocean
🐢 Discover sea turtle hatchlings and eggs
🩺 Explore what it’s like to be a marine veterinarian
🎓 Finish the program as a “Little Veterinarian!”
📅 Fridays | Sept. 4–Oct. 9
⏰ 2:15–3:15 PM
📍 Pinewood Elementary
💲 $25/week per student (10% sibling discount)
Space is limited, and a minimum of 8 students is needed for the program to run. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!
Panther Families—we want YOUR voice at the table!
Join us for Pinewood Elementary’s first School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting of the year! SAC gives parents and community members an opportunity to be part of important conversations about our school, our goals, and how we can continue to improve.
📅 Tuesday, September 1
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Media Center
Whether you’re a returning SAC member or interested in getting involved for the first time, we’d love to have you join us!
Interested in Cub Scouts?
Boys and girls in grades K–5, ages 5–10, are invited to learn more about Cub Scouts!
Join them tomorrow!
📅 Tuesday, August 25
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 YMCA of the Treasure Coast
1700 SE Monterey Road, Stuart
Cub Scouts is a great opportunity for kids to make new friends, explore the outdoors, learn new skills, and have fun along the way!
For more information, visit Be A Scout
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning families about fake and counterfeit squishy toys that may pose safety risks to children.
As a precaution, the Martin County School District will not provide squishy toys as classroom incentives, PBIS rewards or sensory items.
Families are encouraged to be aware of the squishy toys their children use and to follow CPSC guidance for identifying potentially unsafe products. 🔗 Learn more here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Newsroom/News-Releases/2026/Consumer-Safety-Alert-CPSC-Warns-Consumers-About-Fake-and-Counterfeit-Squishy-Toys-Reiterates-Warning-About-Serious-Burn-Hazards
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
REMINDER: PWE Volunteer Orientation!
Want to get involved at Pinewood? Join us this Thursday to learn about the different ways you can volunteer and support our students, staff, and school!
📅 Thursday, August 27
⏰ 8:15 AM
📍 Pinewood Media Center
New to volunteering? This is a great place to start! All volunteers are welcome.
👉 Please RSVP:
Volunteer Orientation RSVP
Thank you to all the parents who attended our Curriculum Nights this past week. We appreciate your partnership and involvement in your child's education!
Here are a few reminders about what's happening at Pinewood this week:
📚 Tuesday, August 25
PM1 ELA for Grades 1 & 2
PTA Meeting in the Media Center at 5:30 PM
➕ Thursday, August 26
PM2 Math for Grades 1 & 2
Volunteer Orientation at 8:15 AM
🍿 Friday, August 28
PM1 ELA for Kindergarten
Popcorn Friday
📋 Focus Parent Portal Reminder If you have not already done so, please complete your required forms in the Focus Parent Portal.
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to another great week of learning and growing together!
🐾 Pinewood Panthers 🖤💛
Copilot said:
¡Hola, Familias Panther!
Gracias a todos los padres que asistieron a nuestras Noches de Currículo la semana pasada. ¡Apreciamos su colaboración y participación en la educación de sus hijos!
Aquí les compartimos algunos recordatorios sobre lo que estará sucediendo en Pinewood esta semana:
📚 Martes, 25 de agosto
PM1 ELA para 1.º y 2.º grado
Reunión de la PTA en el Centro de Medios a las 5:30 p. m.
➕ Jueves, 26 de agosto
PM2 Matemáticas para 1.º y 2.º grado
Orientación para Voluntarios a las 8:15 a. m.
🍿 Viernes, 28 de agosto
PM1 ELA para Kindergarten
Viernes de Palomitas de Maíz (Popcorn Friday)
📋 Recordatorio del Portal para Padres de Focus Si aún no lo ha hecho, por favor complete los formularios requeridos en el Portal para Padres de Focus.
Gracias por su continuo apoyo. ¡Esperamos otra excelente semana de aprendizaje, crecimiento y éxito juntos!
🐾 Panthers de Pinewood 🖤💛
Callers attempting to reach a District school or department may occasionally be routed to a different location.
Calls are being received; however, if you reach a site other than the one you intended to contact, please press 0 to reach the front office and request a transfer to the correct school or department.
While we work with our service provider to resolve the issue, families and community members may also use the staff directory on their school's website to contact employees or departments via email, or submit an inquiry through Onflo.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to restore normal service. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
#ALLINMartin👊
The MCSD Summer Reading Challenge has officially wrapped up! This was a district-wide challenge, and we are so proud of our Panthers who spent their summer reading, taking AR quizzes, and racking up those AR points!
Pinewood’s Top AR Point Earners by Grade:
🍉 1st Grade: Michael H.
🍦 2nd Grade: Hazel T.
🏖️ 3rd Grade: Aria H.
🌴 4th Grade: Maverick A.
🌞 5th Grade: Ryliana M.
Third grade came down to a close race! Way to keep reading until the very end!
And a HUGE shoutout to Maverick A., who not only finished on top for 4th grade, but earned the most AR points at Pinewood during the challenge!
Congratulations to our grade-level leaders and to ALL of our Panthers who participated in the district challenge. Keep those books open. The summer challenge may be over, but the reading doesn’t have to stop!
¡Les recordamos que las Noches de Currículo de esta semana comenzarán a las 5:30 p. m.! Esperamos verlos allí. 🐾💛🖤
Game Day is Coming to Pinewood Elementary!
We’re excited to offer First Priority Game Day, a FREE after-school club for registered students in 3rd–5th grade!
Students will enjoy high-energy games, make new friends, build character, and learn important life lessons in a fun and caring, faith-based environment.
📅 Thursdays beginning September 10
⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM
📍 Mrs. Powell’s Room
💙 FREE to participate!
Space is limited and students must be registered to attend.
👉 Sign up today at fpgameday.cc/signup or scan the QR code on the flyer.
Calling All Young Artists!
Amore Art is coming to Pinewood Elementary for an exciting after-school Drawing Program! Students will explore sketching, shading, texture, perspective, and more while building their artistic skills and creativity.
📅 Mondays, September 14–November 30
⏰ 2:15–3:15 PM
🎨 10-week session | $255
🖌️ All art materials included!
👩🎨 Open to students in Grades K–5
⚠️ Class is limited to 20 students
No prior art experience is needed—just a love for art and a willingness to create! Space is limited, so be sure to register soon.
Register at https://www.amore-art.com/register/
See the flyer for additional program details.
