Tavares Middle

🌟 Attention TMS Students! 🌟 Picture retake day is coming up on November 13th!

You’re eligible if you:
1️⃣ Were absent on 10/7
2️⃣ Enrolled after 10/7
3️⃣ Purchased a picture packet but want a retake- must return your pictures on 11/13.

This week, we celebrated Red Ribbon Spirit Week with participation from our students and staff. We wrapped up the week with a dance, featuring a special appearance by the Sanderson Sisters.

TMS is very proud of our students who performed the National Anthem in the District 19 Middle School Honor Band at Marching MPA yesterday!

Boo Grams were a success! Great job SGA!

Life is a puzzle. Don’t let drugs be the piece that doesn’t fit. Stay focused, stay strong, and shape your future with drug-free choices. You have the power to complete the picture. #RedRibbon2025 #LifeIsAPuzzleSolveItDrugFree

🏀 Basketball Tryouts! 🏀
📅 Date: Monday, November 3
👧 Girls' Tryouts: 7:00 AM - 8:45 AM
👦 Boys' Tryouts: 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM

🔔 Important: Your child must be cleared in our Athletic Clearance portal to participate- www.athleticclearance.com

📧 Questions? Email: MetzA@lake.k12.fl.us

Advanced Culinary researched food-borne illnesses and created dips for some very “sick” pumpkins! Students traveled around the room learning about each disease. It was a delicious way to learn!

A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Tammy Harbin for hosting "The Social"! This amazing event is a wonderful way for her to give back to our community. 🙌 The donations will help TMS support our students and their families.

Learning about weather and erosion in Mrs. Von Maxey’s class!!!

Join us as we continue our celebration of Red Ribbon Week®. Our children have the right to grow up drug-free – and we have the responsibility to make that happen. Take the pledge: www .redribbon .org/pledge

As National Bullying Prevention Month comes to a close on Friday, remember: The work doesn’t stop here. 🚫🤝
Every day is an opportunity to practice kindness, respect, and inclusion in our schools and communities. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for standing strong against bullying this October—and beyond!

Today our AVID 6th graders took their obsession with the phrase “67” to a whole new level! 💙✏️ Their writing prompt of the day? You guessed it — 67! We love seeing creativity, laughter, and school spirit come alive in the classroom. #AVID #TavaresMiddle #StudentLife #CreativeThinking

Life’s greatest challenge isn’t just about finding the right pieces—it’s about making the right choices. Stay drug-free and solve the puzzle of your future with courage and confidence. Let’s make every day a step towards a healthier, happier tomorrow. #RedRibbon2025 #LifeIsAPuzzleSolveItDrugFree

👻🎃 BOO-GRAMS ARE HERE! 🎃👻 Tavares Middle Student Government is selling Boo-Grams from October 27th to 30th during all lunches! For just $1 each, you can send a special note to your boo, surprise a teacher, or treat yourself! All Boo-Grams will be delivered during 6th period on Halloween! 🗓️ When? October 27-30 🕒 Where? Cafeteria

Life is a puzzle, and every piece matters. Make the right choices and live a drug-free life. Together, we can solve the challenges ahead and build a future full of health and happiness. Let’s commit to staying strong and drug-free. #RedRibbon2025 #LifeIsAPuzzleSolveItDrugFree

This year’s Red Ribbon Week theme is “Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free™.” Think of life as a giant puzzle – each choice you make is a piece that fits into the bigger picture of your future. By making healthy choices and staying drug-free, you’re building a picture full of positivity, bravery, and strength. Together, we can create a beautiful, connected community where everyone thrives. Let’s start solving this puzzle – one healthy choice at a time! Celebrate Red Ribbon Week (October 23-31) .

🌟 Congratulations to our amazing Tavares Middle School Patriots of the Month (Aug/Sept/Oct)! 🎉 These exceptional students were chosen by their teachers for demonstrating outstanding character. We are so proud of you!

Every Friday at 8 AM, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes gathers in the gymnasium! All are welcome-- No need to be an athlete to join in on the fun and fellowship!

🧡 Today is UNITY DAY! 🧡 Lake County Schools is proud to stand together against bullying. By wearing orange, we are sending a powerful message of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Let’s continue to uplift one another, spread kindness, and make every classroom a safe and welcoming place for all.