Author: MARK HILLABRANDT

James Wieland from WPTV News visited Dan McCarty’s sixth-grade science class to discuss weather and climate! His visit helped students better understand the Unit 3 standards while connecting classroom learning to real-world meteorology. Our students proudly showcased their amazing knowledge, hard work, and curiosity through thoughtful questions and engaging discussions. Their enthusiasm and understanding truly impressed the meteorologist and demonstrated the dedication they have put into learning about weather and climate. We are incredibly proud of our young scientists for representing our classroom so well and showing how much they have learned! A special thank-you to James for taking the … Read More

The Dan McCarty Sixth-Grade Team proudly celebrates positive behavior and strong academic performance through our PBIS reward system known as Eagle Bucks. Students earn Eagle Bucks by demonstrating responsibility, respect, effort, and a commitment to learning each day. Every few weeks, students are invited to participate in a PBIS supply store, where they can redeem their Eagle Bucks for meaningful and motivating rewards. These include popular items such as epic lunches (including the 6–7 Epic Lunch), school supplies, and other student-selected items purchased by the team and school through Amazon. This month’s store was intentionally focused on this time of … Read More

Dan McCarty Middle School proudly came together to support American Heart Month as staff members wore red and participated in their annual school photo to show unity and awareness. It was a great day on campus that highlighted both community and collaboration. The day also included a productive staff meeting featuring a thoughtful review and discussion of The Fundamental Five, followed by the group photo. Dan McCarty Middle School continues to demonstrate its commitment to wellness, teamwork, and professional growth.  It was truly a great day at Dan McCarty Middle School, highlighting both heart health advocacy and a dedication to … Read More

On November 12, 2025, the students and staff of Dan McCarty Middle School came together in a heartfelt celebration to honor Principal Stubbs for being named the St. Lucie Public Schools Principal of the Year. The hallways were filled with excitement and pride as students lined up holding handmade signs, colorful posters, and roses to show their appreciation. As Ms. Stubbs walked through the campus during a surprise parade, cheers and applause echoed throughout the school. The event reflected the deep admiration and gratitude the Dan McCarty community feels for her leadership, dedication, and positive impact on students every day … Read More

Congratulations, Ms. Clasby! Dan McCarty Middle School is proud to announce that Ms. Clasby has been recognized as WPBF News Channel 25’s Teacher of the Month! Ms. Clasby, a master teacher at Dan McCarty Middle School, was honored on Wednesday, September 17, when the WPBF news team visited our campus to present her with a check to support her classroom. This award highlights the outstanding work she does each and every day. Ms. Clasby’s students not only learn a great deal but also truly enjoy being in her classroom. We are so grateful for her dedication, passion, and commitment to … Read More

FIRST PLACE WINNERS!  On Saturday, February 22nd, 2025, our incredible Dan McCarty Middle School students made DMMS HISTORY, taking 1st place in the Florida Regional Science Bowl Competition in the STEM category! Their innovative geometric design stood out among the competition, earning them well-deserved recognition for their exceptional collaboration, creativity, and engineering skills! We could not be more PROUD of our phenomenal team—your dedication, teamwork, and brilliance truly embody what it means to be 1% better every day! Great job to the team members Cameron Yarmesch, Connor Yarmesch, Conner Williams, Dillon Francis, and Maz Gutierrez.  The team was coached by … Read More

Dan McCarty Middle School teamed up with the City of Port St. Lucie Water Department to provide our AVID students with an exciting event. Students were able to test out their semester-long water tower projects by competing for $2000 in prizes. Each water tower had to be created within weight, height, and budget restrictions and were tested to withstand water intake and flow back out. It was amazing to see our future engineers at work. Thank you, Pierre, Louiza, and the rest of the Water Department team, for helping to make this such a special day for our sixth-graders!

This year Dan McCarty has become an AVID(Advancement Via Individual Determination) school. This designation allows for our sixth graders to learn about college and career readiness! Our first activity to expose students to different careers, started today with Retired Officer and current IRSC Professor, Chris Fulcher! Mr.Fulcher alongside Officer Stephens teamed up to discuss career opportunities in law enforcement and crime scene investigation! The students had the opportunity to process and extract shoe impressions and fingerprints. It was a total hit! Students loved the opportunity to do this, and it looks like we will have many future law enforcement career … Read More

Dan McCarty is celebrating the 8 students that are representing the school at the Science Fair. The students received wings and fries from JoJo’s for lunch and received awards for their projects. Each student will be receiving a paid trip to Busch Gardens.

Congratulations to the Dan McCarty Middle School 6th grade student winners of the science fair! Alexander Barrios Raymos Nesbitt Denia Cruz – Cuellar Juanita Morales Devin St. Vil