Conniston Middle

Our 5th grade Belvedere Bees 🐝 had the opportunity to learn about the exciting programs & opportunities available at Conniston Middle School during a special visit from their team as students prepare for the next step in their academic journey. @ConnistonMiddle @jamesthomas3601

These amazing students from Mrs. Villalobos’ class are officially our Champion Roller Coaster Builders! In science class, they put their engineering skills to the test by designing and building their own roller coasters. @FRiveraPBC @JavierOrtolaza @jamesthomas3601

We are thrilled to invite you to the Conniston Middle School Drama Club’s upcoming performance of Dare to Dream JR., a Disney Musical Revue! @jamesthomas3601 @kgwhetsell @JavierOrtolaza @FRiveraPBC

Lake Worth Beach was transformed into a massive outdoor art gallery for the Annual Lake Worth Beach Street Painting Festival, and our very own Blue Marlins were right in the heart of the action! @jamesthomas3601 @JavierOrtolaza @kgwhetsell @FRiveraPBC @pbcsd

STREET PAINTING FESTIVAL SUCCESS 🎨 The concrete turned into canvas for student and staff in the School District of Palm Beach County who participated in the annual Street Painting Festival in Lake Worth Beach this past weekend. The event is an opportunity to showcase the talent, creativity, and hard work of our many students and teachers. We are so impressed by their artistry and determination!

REMINDER 🔔 Today, Wednesday, February 18, is a Teacher Work Day. Students do not have school. District offices remain open.

The Blue Marlin Insider Newsletter has current news from Conniston Middle School. Blue Marlin Insider -February 9, 2026
Vol. 2, Issue 11 @JavierOrtolaza @jamesthomas3601 @FRiveraPBC @derwingatlin1   app.smore.com/n/y5nkjc

It’s National School Counseling Week! Huge shoutout to Ms. Nicolaas, Ms. McWatt, and Ms. Cover for all they do to "Amplify Student Success" at Conniston Middle. Thank you for your heart, your dedication, and for always being there for our kids! @JavierOrtolaza @jamesthomas3601

"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 🕊️ In honor of the life and legacy of Dr. King, all School District of Palm Beach County schools and offices are closed today, Monday, January 19, 2026. As we reflect on these words, we remain committed to fostering both the intelligence and the character of every student we serve.

Proud of our Conniston Middle musicians! 🎶✨ A beautiful Winter Concert at Forest Hill High — outstanding performance! @jamesthomas3601 @JavierOrtolaza @FRiveraPBC @derwingatlin1

Thank you to the Latin Quarter of WPB for supporting Conniston through the Rellenando La Mochila event! Your dedication to our students & families makes a meaningful impact. We are grateful for your partnership & community spirit. @jamesthomas3601 @JavierOrtolaza @kgwhetsell

Thank you to all the parents and guardians who came out for our 8th Grade Parent Information Night! We’re grateful for your time, engagement, and commitment to your student’s success. @jamesthomas3601 @JavierOrtolaza @kgwhetsell @FRiveraPBC @derwingatlin1

Grateful for our incredible AVID students and teachers who made the Car Wash event unforgettable! Your teamwork and enthusiasm help fuel our college & career readiness goals. Thank you for supporting Conniston Middle! #AVID @jamesthomas3601 @JavierOrtolaza @FRiveraPBC

Principal James Thomas shared key operational updates with our teachers during today’s PDD at Conniston Middle School. @jamesthomas3601 @JavierOrtolaza @kgwhetsell @FRiveraPBC

Ms. Maria Makris facilitated a PPD session on 5 Strategies for Language Learning with our teachers at Conniston Middle. Supporting effective instruction for all learners. @jamesthomas3601 @FRiveraPBC @JavierOrtolaza @kgwhetsell @MariaMakris

Celebrating student success together! Our 6th–8th grade counselors partnered with families to highlight growth and achievements across all grade levels. @jamesthomas3601 @FRiveraPBC @JavierOrtolaza @kgwhetsell @derwingatlin1

Thank you to all the families who joined our virtual workshop on the FAST Math End-of-Course exams. We appreciated your participation and commitment to supporting student success at home. @jamesthomas3601 @JavierOrtolaza @kgwhetsell @FRiveraPBC

Collaboration and growth! Conniston Middle AVID students supported Lake Worth Middle AVID classes by modeling tutorial practices for their 6th-8th graders. Way to lead! @jamesthomas3601 @kgwhetsell @JavierOrtolaza @FRiveraPBC @LWMSWarriors

This is how we grow as schools—through collaboration, networking, and supporting one another! 🌱 A big thank you to @ConnistonMiddle for collaborating with our AVID elective teachers and AVID students! 💙🤝 Ms. Vincent, Ms. Aviles, and their AVID students joined us to model and guide our students through the AVID tutorial process—helping them collaborate, ask meaningful questions, advocate for themselves, and apply Costa’s Levels of Thinking through IQs and POCs. 💭📘 An inspiring day of learning, sharing, and growing as AVID scholars! ✨ #AVID #Collaboration #StudentSuccess @CaelethiaTaylor @AP_Makowski @LaquandraGolf @BEVillalobos79 @ExpatEducatorTJ @AVID4College

Our Dual Language team joins forces with the District Multicultural Department to strengthen support for our bilingual learners! @kgwhetsell @jamesthomas3601 @JavierOrtolaza @FRiveraPBC