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📚CELEBRATING OUR HISTORY📚 As our celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth continues, we spotlight two brothers who were educational pioneers in Martin County, Charles E. and Robert G. Murray. Charles Murray founded the Stuart Training School in 1926 - this was the county's first high school for Black students. He remained principal until 1939 when his brother, Robert, took over. Stuart Training School eventually became Spectrum Academy and Murray Middle School was named after the brothers. #ALLINMartin👊

🍎MONITORING PROGRESS🍎 Families - interim reports for students enrolled in grades 6-12 will be available in the FOCUS Parent Portal on February 7! Have an existing FOCUS Parent Portal account? Access your child's grades and attendance information here: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/ Register for access to the FOCUS Parent Portal: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/index.php?action=registration&locale=en_US&online_app=N #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

📚CELEBRATING LEADERS AND TRAILBLAZERS📚 Today, we celebrate our first of many local leaders in honor of #BlackHistoryMonth. Dr. David L. Anderson was an educational pioneer in Martin County, having served as a School Board Member and in various leadership roles at IRSC - Indian River State College for more than 30 years. In 2006, he was honored as the namesake of the Martin County School District's newest middle school - Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School. Dr. Anderson passed away on December 23, 2021, at the age of 80. Learn more about Dr. Anderson's legacy by clicking here: http://bit.ly/3WU9VHS #ALLINMartin

📚HONORING OUR HISTORY📚 The Martin County School District is proud to celebrate Black History Month! Throughout February, we will highlight the many contributions Black leaders and historical figures have made to our local community and worldwide. Stay tuned on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram! Click the link below to learn more about Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis' Black History Month student contests and educator awards. Entries must be received by 5 p.m. on February 7. http://www.floridablackhistory.com/index.html #ALLINMartin👊

🐢GRANDPARENT'S DAY🐢 Grandparents, explore the gem of the Martin County School District-- the Environmental Studies Center--this Saturday, Feb. 4, from 9am to 12pm! It will be a day full of fun, learning and exploration with your family! Meet Joey the Alligator, Coral the Sea Turtle and much more! #ALLINMartin👊 #ESCIsThePlaceToBe

🍎ON-AIR WITH MILLAY🍎 ICYMI: Martin County School District Superintendent Dr. John D. Millay chatted with The KC Ingram Show host KC Ingram about the latest news in the District. Dr. Millay touched on various topics, including the upcoming Blast Off to Kindergarten orientation events, the newest hiring incentives and construction updates. Watch the full segment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_Un30or-KQ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #MCSDTheRippleEffect

📚CELEBRATING LITERACY📚 Join the Martin County School District as we dive into fostering a love for reading during "Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida!" This year's theme, as designated by the Florida Department of Education, is "Take a Deep Dive Into Literacy, Splash Into New Worlds!" Schools have scheduled many daily activities designed to help students build their literacy skills while cultivating a love for reading. Check out the fun our students have in store for the entire week, starting tomorrow: https://www.martinschools.org/article/968696 #ALLINMartin👊 #FLCelebratesLiteracy

Reminder, families! All schools and District offices will be closed Monday, January 16, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 17. Participate in local #MLKDay service activities: https://americorps.gov/join/find-volunteer-opportunity#/ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🚨LAW ENFORCEMENT ALERT FOR FAMILIES🚨 The Martin County Sheriff's Office is actively enforcing laws about the operation of unregistered golf carts in our community, particularly near school campuses. Golf carts are only permitted on roads with a maximum 35 mph speed limit, and that’s only if they are titled, registered, insured and have all the appropriate safety measures to make them street legal. Please be mindful of these regulations, as deputies will issue citations for violations. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

📣 YOUR CALLING IS CALLING! 📣 Are you or someone you know looking to begin 2023 with a new career? Join us for our Pop-up Job Fair on January 11 from 3-6 p.m. You'll have the opportunity to chat with our recruiters to discuss career opportunities and your goals/qualifications. On-the-spot offers of employment will be extended to qualified candidates! Learn more and RSVP: http://bit.ly/3Vzsxwx #ALLINMartin👊

❄YEAR IN REVIEW: WINTER BREAK COUNTDOWN❄ For the second consecutive year, Superintendent John D. Millay and the Martin County School District's (MCSD) Professional Development team hosted Back-to-School Convocation for all employees! Convocation Day is like a pep rally for employees. The event helps Team MCSD celebrate the start of each new school year, highlighting the "why" behind everything we do - the success of ALL students! WATCH: https://youtu.be/vfgIs1FCVpg #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #MCSDTheRippleEffect

🎄DELICIOUS HOLIDAY TREATS🎄 Rudolph the red nose... celery stick? Yep! Our Food and Nutrition Services staff are so creative! Check out the scrumptious food the team cooked up at Jensen Beach High School 🥕 Don't forget! Today, students get a free holiday cookie with any meal purchase! #ALLINMartin👊

🍎EDIBLE HOLIDAY ARRANGEMENTS🍎 Check out these festive food arrangements from our jolly Food & Nutrition Services Department! To spread some holiday cheer ahead of Winter Break, the FNS team created snowman salads and strawberry Santas for students to enjoy! Tomorrow, for a special gift, any meal purchase comes with a free holiday cookie 🍪🎄 #ALLINMartin👊

🗓ON THE CALENDAR🗓 Superintendent Millay has recommended modifications to our previously-announced emergency makeup days. There will be no school or work for students and employees on December 19 -20, 2022. Learn more: https://www.martinschools.org/article/927297 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🍂GIVING THANKS🍂 We wish all of our students, families and employees a safe and relaxing #Thanksgiving holiday! Classes will resume on Monday, November 28. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

MCSD Alert: MCSD’s “Speak Life End Bullying” campaign encourages students to awaken their empathy, ignite hope and be the change they wish to see in the world. Learn more about the program and hear students’ reactions by watching this short video: https://youtu.be/_ttYUyDQ7S0. #ALLINMartin

🍎HURRICANE MAKE-UP DAYS🍎 Due to Hurricanes Ian and Nicole, students enrolled in the Martin County School District have missed four (4) days of instruction this school year. In an effort to maximize instructional time and mitigate learning loss, the decision has been made to use two of the Hurricane Makeup Days that are included on the 2022-2023 instructional calendar. Learn more: https://www.martinschools.org/article/915657 #ALLINMartin👊

🥳CELEBRATING THE DREAM TEAM 🥳 We are so grateful for our outstanding paraprofessionals, clerical and specialist staff, Educational Technology team, Food & Nutrition Services employees, Transportation staff and Operations personnel! These caring and dedicated employees contribute to #MCSDTheRippleEffect by ensuring our students receive the services and support they need to be successful. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #ESPDay22

📢SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK📢 In accordance with Florida's instructional materials adoption cycle, the District is beginning the social studies curriculum adoption process. Students, parents/caregivers, employees and members of the community are encouraged to review materials that have been submitted by publishers and provide their feedback as part of the process. Learn more and get involved: https://www.martinschools.org/article/910484 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

📣REMINDER FOR FAMILIES📣 Interim reports for students enrolled in grades 6-12 will be posted in the FOCUS Parent Portal on Monday, November 14. View your child's grades and attendance information in the FOCUS Parent Portal: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/ Register to claim your FOCUS Parent Portal account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud