Synergy in Action! ✨
Our Mighty Mini Mustangs saw a problem on the playground… and they didn’t wait for someone else to fix it. 💥
They planned, organized, recruited, and executed a full playground clean-up all on their own! The “Garbage Gang” sprang into action — working together, dividing jobs, and showing what true leadership looks like.
1 day ago, Olive C. Martin School
Our talented third graders were ready to shine at their concert this evening! After weeks of practice, teamwork, and dedication, they were excited to share their beautiful voices and hard work with family and friends.
We are so proud of their commitment, confidence, and courage as they took the stage tonight. 🎤🌟
2 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
With expressive voices, clear fluency, and lots of confidence, our 4th-grade students brought stories to life while modeling strong reading skills. Our Kindergarten audience was engaged, attentive, and full of smiles from start to finish! #readerstheater
2 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
Our kindergarten students are learning that teamwork makes the dream work! 🌟
This week, our youngest learners practiced synergy—working together, listening to each other’s ideas, and creating something even better as a team. Whether building or problem-solving, they are discovering that when we combine our strengths, we can do amazing things!
3 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
Our 4th graders took storytelling to the next level this week as they proudly presented their fractured fairy tales to our 2nd-grade students! 📚✨
After putting creative twists on classic tales, our 4th graders shared their writing with confidence, expression, and plenty of humor. The 2nd graders were an amazing audience—full of smiles, laughter, and thoughtful listening.
This special cross-grade experience built leadership, speaking skills, and school community. We love seeing our students learn from one another and shine in new ways! 💙👏
3 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
Students in a 4th-grade classroom are truly synergizing—working together, valuing each other’s ideas, and creating solutions that are even better than they could have developed on their own. Through Habit 6: Synergize, part of Leader in Me, students are learning that teamwork isn’t just about sharing materials—it’s about listening, encouraging, and combining strengths.
When students collaborate with purpose, amazing things happen. We are proud of the leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills our Mustangs are building every day! 🐾✨
4 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
We loved welcoming, Charli, the comfort dog from the Lake Villa Police Department to Martin School today! 🐾
Students enjoyed meeting our special visitor and learning how comfort dogs support our community. Thank you for making our day extra paws-itive! 💙
4 days ago, Scott Klene
A 5th-grade student gave such an amazing presentation to first graders, showing them how to make paper snakes. The first graders asked great questions and offered compliments.
8 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
Another incredible mystery reader on the ranch yesterday! First grade LOVED this one!
8 days ago, Scott Klene
Our students are hard at work on their Leader in Me WIG (Wildly Important Goal) binders! 🎯📚
Using the principles from The Leader in Me, students are setting meaningful goals, tracking their progress, and reflecting on their growth. These binders help them take ownership of their learning, celebrate successes, and build lifelong leadership habits. We love seeing students take initiative, stay organized, and work toward their personal and academic goals. The future is bright when our leaders are leading themselves! 🌟
9 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
What a fantastic Leadership Night! 🌟
We loved seeing our students (current and former!) confidently share their goals and showcase their learning with families. The strong partnership between home and school was on full display. Thank you to our staff and families for making the evening such a success! 2/2 💙 #mustangsmakeithappen
9 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
What a fantastic Leadership Night! 🌟
We loved seeing our students (current and former!) confidently share their goals and showcase their learning with families. The strong partnership between home and school was on full display. Thank you to our staff and families for making the evening such a success! 1/2 💙 #mustangsmakeithappen
9 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
Kudos to the growth and effort of these incredible kindergarten students!!
10 days ago, Scott Klene
We’re proud to recognize our amazing students who earned Principal’s Pride! Your hard work, leadership, and positive attitude make a difference every day. Keep shining! 💙
#PrincipalsPride #StudentSuccess
12 days ago, Scott Klene
Today we are so proud to celebrate our amazing 2nd grade Principal’s Pride winner! 🏆✨
12 days ago, Scott Klene
We are proud to announce our February Principal Pride Winners for Academic Excellence! 📚✨
These outstanding students have demonstrated a strong commitment to their learning through hard work, perseverance, and dedication in the classroom. Their focus, effort, and growth truly reflect what it means to strive for excellence each day.
18 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
📝🏆 Spelling Bee Superstar Alert! 🏆📝
We are so proud to celebrate our 2-time School Spelling Bee Champion, who recently moved on to the Lake County Sectional Spelling! 🌟 Through hard work, determination, and an impressive vocabulary, this student truly spelled his way to success. Great job, Griffin, we are SUPER proud of you!!
18 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
What happens when students lead? Amazing things. Olive C. Martin School students presented to the Board of Education—by students, for students. Their hard work, collaboration, and leadership truly shined. 👏
19 days ago, Scott Klene
Huge congratulations to our Principal Pride winners for their outstanding academic work! 📚🌟
These students were recognized for their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to learning. We are so proud of the effort they put into their work each day—keep reaching for greatness! 👏💙
20 days ago, Olive C. Martin School
Our kindergarteners rocked the 100th Day of School! Counting, creating, and celebrating 100 days of learning, friendship, and growth. We are so proud of how far our students have come! ❤️
22 days ago, Olive C. Martin School