South Fork High School

🔬STEM FAIR SHOWCASE🔬 Come explore the amazing world of science and engineering at the Martin County STEM Fair Open House, where students' innovation and academic excellence are on display! Event details: 📅 Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 ⏰ Time: Doors open at 4:30 PM | Event: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Indian Riverside Park - Dockside Pavilion, 1707 NE Indian River Dr, Jensen Beach, FL Get ready for an evening filled with incredible STEM projects, delicious food from local food trucks, live music, an exciting scavenger hunt, and awesome prizes! This free event is open to the public, so bring your family and friends for a night of fun, discovery, and inspiration. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎓CLASS OF '29–FRESHMEN PREVIEW🎓 Families of rising freshmen! Mark your calendars for Freshmen Preview Nights at Martin County High School, Jensen Beach High School, and South Fork High School! This is the perfect time to explore the Specialty Pathways, academic programs, and unique courses and clubs each school offers to help your student succeed in the future. 📆 MCHS: Thursday, February 20, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 📆 JBHS: Wednesday, February 26, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 📆 SFHS: Thursday, February 27, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to discover the programs that make our high schools exceptional places for students to reach their full potential! There's still time to apply for a Specialty Pathway through School Choice in the Focus Parent Portal! ➡️ Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YUi6YV #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎶CELEBRATING MUSICAL EXCELLENCE🎶 Talented students from all Martin County School District middle and high school bands participated in the Annual Indian River State College Honor Band and Orchestra Festival this past weekend! As the largest school outreach event in the region for secondary music students, the festival brings together exceptional young musicians from the Treasure Coast and beyond. Students were nominated by their school’s music directors, with the finalists selected by IRSC performing arts leaders. We are incredibly proud of our students for representing Martin County with excellence and showcasing their musical talents on such a prestigious stage! 📸 Have pictures from the performance you want to add to this post? DM us! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

⛳️SPOTLIGHT ON EXCELLENCE⛳️ ICYMI: South Fork High School senior Lily Boulter is hitting her stride both in the classroom and on the golf course! With a remarkable 6.2 GPA, Lily is excelling academically while driving fairways, reading greens, and helping the girls' golf program thrive. 🎥 Watch WPTV's highlight of this amazing student-athlete: https://www.wptv.com/news/treasure-coast/region-martin-county/south-fork-high-school-senior-achieves-6-2-gpa-while-excelling-on-the-golf-course?fbclid=IwY2xjawH-IeVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHcSq3Rww-EdqWgYxTaWs99S72YOk9nwWkEVJn1JekWnvpxgGjXFERUchAQ_aem_PwAvAcE3c96Aqo9jiH9IuA ➡️ Families of incoming freshmen can learn more about what SFHS has to offer at the Freshmen Preview Night on February 27 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📚CELEBRATE LITERACY WEEK📚 Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! is almost here! From January 27-31, schools across the Martin County School District will bring this year’s theme to life: “Building Literacy: Constructing the Foundation for Success.” From schoolwide read-aloud sessions and family literacy nights to transforming media centers and writing their own stories for others to read, our schools have something planned for every learner! 📖 The School Board approved a proclamation in partnership with Martin Reads, encouraging everyone to take action and support literacy in our community. Volunteer to read at your local school! New this year: 📕 Martin Reads is hosting a Celebrate Literacy Week Kick-Off event at 10th Street Recreation Center on January 25 (1-4:30 PM)! Children K-5 with a parent/guardian are invited to enjoy fun activities and hear inspiring stories. [Register here ➡️ https://www.martinreads.org/events/] Learn more about Celebrate Literacy Week: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1981578 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN SCHOOL NUTRITION🍎 During last night’s school board meeting, Superintendent Michael Maine and school board members proudly recognized three incredible Food & Nutrition Services team members for earning prestigious awards from the Florida School Nutrition Association, Inc.! Congratulations to: 🍎 Christy Cole, Citrus Grove Elementary School – Super School Award (Elementary) 🍎 Maryellen Burgos, South Fork High School – Smart Start Award (Secondary) 🍎 Thomas Gallagher, Martin County School District – Community Humanitarian Award These incredible team members go above and beyond every day, making a huge impact in our schools and community! Read more about their accomplishments here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1785372 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

☀️CELEBRATING SUNSHINE STATE SCHOLARS☀️ Join us in congratulating Varun Singh, a junior at South Fork High School, for being named the Martin County School District's 2025 Sunshine State Scholar! Varun was honored at last night’s School Board meeting for his outstanding achievements. We’re also proud to announce that Jensen Beach High junior Madeline Parr was selected as this year’s alternate! The Sunshine State Scholars program shines a spotlight on Florida’s brightest 11th graders in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). This spring, Varun and his family will head to Orlando to connect with other scholars, network with STEM-focused employers, and explore opportunities within Florida’s College and State University System. Learn more about the Sunshine Scholar Program: https://bit.ly/3WrVgq1 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📚 Attention Bulldogs! 📚 The second semester is here, and we're excited to announce our tutoring hours to help you succeed! Starting today, January 21st, take advantage of the FREE tutoring sessions available for the following subjects: 🔹 ELA & Reading 🔹 Math 🔹An "All Subjects" Room (includes ACT/SAT prep, make-up work, & support for English Language Learners) 🕒 Tutoring Hours: 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM 🚍 Activity Bus departs at 5:45 PM Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your grades and achieve your goals. We’re here to help you succeed! We encourage all students to take advantage of this great resource. Be more. Be a Bulldog! ❤️🖤 Let's make this semester the best one yet! 🐾📖 #BulldogNation #SFHSPride #BeMoreBeABulldog

🎶EXCELLENCE IN MUSIC EDUCATION🎶 This year, 18 of our dedicated music educators attended the FMEA - Florida Music Education Association Conference for a week of inspiring professional learning! We’re especially proud of Ms. Reva Rogers (South Fork High School) and Ms. Kerry Rocks (Hidden Oaks Middle School), who were selected to present a professional development session to music teachers from across the state. Their session focused on empowering creativity by helping educators select the perfect solo repertoire for their students. Congratulations as well to the several Martin County School District students who were chosen to perform at the conference! Thank you to our educators and students for representing Martin County with such excellence and passion! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎉CELEBRATING OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEES🎉 We are thrilled to recognize the latest recipients of the Ignite Excellence Award, a special honor created to celebrate employees who go above and beyond in their dedication to students, colleagues, and our community. Nominated by their peers, these outstanding individuals embody what it means to "ignite excellence" every day through their passion and commitment to making a difference. December Award Recipients: ✨ Nancy Carroll, Riverbend Academy ✨ Herendida Hernandez, Crystal Lake Elementary School ✨ Kathleen Wonnell, South Fork High School ✨ Dr. Anita Caswell, Murray Middle School ✨ Mark Sechrist, Martin County School District Director of Facilities Know how amazing these team members are? Drop a shoutout in the comments below! 👏 We are incredibly grateful to our local businesses for helping celebrate our outstanding staff with special prizes. A heartfelt thank-you to Berry Fresh Cafe Stuart for partnering with us for this month's grand award! #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #PublicSchoolPROUD

Reminder, families! All schools and District offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 21. Join us in celebrating Dr. King’s legacy at the Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and Celebration hosted by StuartLife - The City of Stuart, Florida. Watch for our incredible students and staff participating in the event! #ALLINMartin👊

🎉🐾 Attention Bulldogs! 🐾🎉 What an incredible day at Bulldog Nation! Today, we're celebrating the hard work and dedication of 888 students who will be heading home with Honor Roll certificates for their outstanding achievements in the 1st semester! 🎓👏 Of those 888, 429 students earned Honor Roll recognition for straight A's, and 459 students earned recognition for all A's and B's! That's 50% of our student body—a HUGE accomplishment! 🙌🎉 We are beyond proud of our Bulldogs for their commitment to excellence, and it was so heartwarming to see their surprise and excitement as they were recognized! 🐾 Keep up the amazing work, Bulldogs! You've set the bar high, and we can't wait to see even more success in the future! 📚✨ Be more. Be a Bulldog. #StudentSuccess #BulldogNation #PublicSchoolProud

📚HONORING OUR HISTORY📚 Celebrate Black History Month with an exciting opportunity to win scholarships or gift cards! The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite students of all grade levels to showcase their creativity and knowledge by participating in this year’s Black History Month contests. Essay contest winners will receive a two-year Florida College Plan scholarship, and art contest winners will receive a $100 gift card! Don’t miss out– the contest ends February 3! For details and how to enter, visit: floridablackhistory.com #ALLINMartin👊

🎙️ALL IN MARTIN🎙️ Episode 2 is here! 🎉 Watch or listen to the latest episode of the Martin County School District's podcast, All In Martin, now available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! In this second episode, Chief of Safety and Security Frank Frangella explains the key differences between lockdowns and lockouts on school campuses, and Bessey Creek Elementary School Principal Stacy Schmit highlights the upcoming Kindergarten Blast Off orientation event happening February 11 at 5:30 p.m. at all elementary schools! Tune in today to stay connected and informed about all things MCSD! 🎥 YouTube: https://bit.ly/40D4P8c 🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42h1oFo 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4alpwIN #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎉 Class of 2029 – You’re Invited to "We Are South Fork" Night! 🎉 📅 Thursday, February 27, 2025 🕠 5:30 - 7:30 PM Join us for an exciting evening at South Fork High School as we welcome the future Class of 2029! 🎓✨ 🎤 What to Expect: •Welcome message from our Administration •A showcase of our Clubs, Athletics, Performing Arts, and CTE Academies •Opportunities to connect with faculty and peers 🚍 Counselors will visit MCSD Middle Schools in March 📅 A School Choice Night will be scheduled in April for Private, Magnet, and Home Ed students! Don’t miss out on this chance to explore what makes South Fork High School an amazing place to learn and grow! Be More. Be a Bulldog. ❤️🖤 #BulldogNation #SFHSPride #BeMoreBeABulldog

🎉CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY🎉 The Martin County School District is thrilled to announce our first-ever district-wide Black History Month celebration! Join us as we celebrate Black culture, the creativity of our students, and the power of community. 📅 Saturday, February 22, 9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. 📍 The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Stuart Club at 551 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Stuart Enjoy student performances from several different schools and get a taste of history through dish samples prepared by Martin County High School's Hospitality Management & Gastronomy students, inspired by chefs Bryant Terry and Jocelyn Jackson, two icons in culinary innovation and cultural storytelling. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County's Food Truck, Fork in the Road, will also have food for purchase. This is an event you don't want to miss! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎REPORT CARDS🍎 Second quarter report cards will be available in the FOCUS Parent Portal on Monday, January 13. View your child's grades and attendance records: 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👊

🎓 CELEBRATING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE 🎓 The Florida Department of Education recently released graduation rates, and the Martin County School District is proud to share that our overall rate has increased once again, surpassing the state average! For the Class of 2024, our graduation rate reached an impressive 92%, exceeding the state average of 89.7%. This achievement represents our highest graduation rate since 2020-2021 and reflects the incredible dedication of our students, educators, and families. Congratulations to the Class of 2024 from Jensen Beach High School, Martin County High School, and South Fork High School for their hard work and success! 🎉 Read more about each high school's graduation rate by clicking the link: https://bit.ly/3PtZIR5 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #Classof2024

🚨 Attention Seniors! 🚨 IRSC’s 2025 Promise Program is here! Starting January 14th, qualifying graduates can earn a tuition-free Associate degree, making higher education more accessible than ever before! 🎓✨ Don’t miss out! On Thursday, January 16th, IRSC will be at South Fork during all Economics and Government classes to help you complete the application (a $20 fee) and sign the Promise Pledge. Two representatives from the Chastain Campus, along with counselors, will be on hand to assist and answer all your questions. This is your chance to take the next step towards your future – don't wait! 📚💡 https://irsc.edu/admissions/irsc-promise.html

🚔💙THANK YOU!💙🚔 South Fork High School students showered their School Resource Officer, Deputy Dylan Weishaar, with gifts and appreciation in honor of #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay! The Martin County School District is so grateful for the unwavering commitment and courage of the brave men and women serving with the Martin County Sheriff's Office and Stuart Police Department. Thank you for your dedication to protecting our schools and supporting our community! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥