The Education Foundation of Martin County (EFMC) knows how to treat Martin County School District teachers like the incredible educators they are!

The annual Teacher of the Year Awards Celebration was held in early November at the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center in Port St. Lucie. The night was filled with good food, great dancing and even better camaraderie among colleagues.

Ms. Christia Li Roberts (District 1), Ms. Jennifer Russell (District 3) and Ms. Amy B. Pritchett (District 4) were inaugurated as Members of the Martin County School Board on November 22, 2022.  

School Board Attorney Anthony D. George, Jr. and Pastor Todd Mozingo performed the swearing-in ceremonies during the annual reorganization meeting of the School Board. 

Ms. Marsha B. Powers (District 2) and Ms. Jennifer Russell were named School Board Chair and School Board Vice Chair for the 2022-2023 school year. The School Board also voted to approve its 2022-2023 meeting calendar during the meeting.

Statistics show that millions of students across our nation have been the victims of bullying, while millions more have seen the toll it takes on the mental and physical health of their friends or other loved ones.

Middle and high school students enrolled in the Martin County School District are learning how they can be part of the change they wish to see in the world through their participation in the Speak Life End Bullying program.

TCPalm - When competing in athletics, rising to the occasion can be one of the most challenging obstacles to cope with.

With a chance to win a state title on the line in early November, the Jensen Beach High School volleyball team didn’t allow the moment to get them – they thrived off of it.

A senior-laden Falcon team controlled the Florida High School Athletic Association's Class 5A state championship match from the start, earning a three-set sweep of Barron Collier High School with Furman University signee Lindsay Walch securing the school’s fifth state championship with a final kill.

"We picked a great day to have a great day," Jensen Beach head coach Mike Sawtelle said. "We played the game about as good as we could have."

On November 22, 2022, the Martin County School Board approved several measures intended to address staffing challenges related to student transportation. The School Board approved a starting salary increase from $16.71 to $20.00 per hour for school bus operators, making Martin County bus operators among the highest paid in the state. Existing school bus operators will also receive salary increases according to their years of experience.

Current employees are eligible to participate in a referral program that will award them a financial incentive for each successful candidate they refer for employment as a school bus operator.

UPCOMING EVENTS

December 6 - 4:00 p.m. - School Board Workshop

December 13 - 10:15 a.m. - Middle School Spelling Bee - Jensen Beach High School

December 13 - 4:00 p.m. - Regular School Board Meeting

December 14 - 9:15 a.m. - Elementary Spelling Bee - Jensen Beach High School

December 21, 2022 - January 3, 2023 - Winter Break

The Martin County School Board approved the instructional calendar for the 2023-2024 school year during its meeting held on November 22, 2022. The first day of the 2023-2024 school year will be August 10, 2023, with the last day falling on May 23, 2024.

Families - the FOCUS Parent Portal is your one-stop-shop for all things related to your child's educational experience! Keep track of your child's grades and attendance with FOCUS this year. Have questions? Please contact the data registrar at your child's school.

The Martin County School District follows the Florida Department of Education's textbook adoption process in accordance with Florida Statute 1006.34.  In Florida, specific courses within selected subject areas and grade levels are called for adoption on a rotating basis.  Members of the community are encouraged to provide feedback regarding social studies materials that are currently up for adoption by the Martin County School Board. All submissions are due December 13.

Pinewood Elementary School recently hosted Family STEM Night, where students and their families participated in engaging activities related to science and mathematics.

While festivities were delayed due to Hurricane Nicole, SeaWind Elementary School students, faculty and staff were honored to host a ceremony for local veterans in November.

Begin or continue your career while making a difference in the lives of children! Bring your resume and swing by one of our upcoming Pop-Up Job Fairs to speak with our recruitment team. While walk-ins are welcome, preregistration is encouraged.