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Martin County board raises concern over 'Schools of Hope' outreach by Mater Academy seeking unused district space

Martin County School Board · November 4, 2025
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Summary

Board members at the Nov. 4 workshop said Mater Academy and related 'Schools of Hope' outreach are sending letters to districts offering to occupy unused school space, potentially at district expense; staff and board members said state-level FAQs and a checklist were circulated and the board will address the topic in a future meeting.

A school board member raised concerns at the Martin County School Board workshop on Nov. 4 that organizations associated with "Schools of Hope," including Mater Academy, are sending letters to school districts seeking to use unused district space and that districts could shoulder costs for transportation and building modifications.

"It is the Schools of Hope, the Mater Academy, and they are starting to send…

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