Heads-up! ✨ No school for students on Friday, Sept. 18 — Teacher Work Day. 🗓️✂️ Use the day to run errands, grab a mini-adventure, or enjoy some family time.

Let's come together as a school community to show our unity and patriotism by wearing RED, WHITE, and BLUE on Friday, September 11th.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate three extraordinary individuals who dedicate their hearts, energy, and talents to our school community every single day! Please join us in congratulating our honorees:
🍎 Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Metz
🌱 Rookie Teacher of the Year: Ms. Wickson
💙 School-Related Employee of the Year: Ms. Whidden
🍎 Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Metz
🌱 Rookie Teacher of the Year: Ms. Wickson
💙 School-Related Employee of the Year: Ms. Whidden






A huge shoutout to all of our incredible students and dedicated staff who showed up and showed out representing their favorite colleges, universities, and alma maters.





Enjoy the long weekend, and we will see you on Tuesday!

Progress reports drop on Sept. 9 — posted to Focus! 📲📚
No need to wait until Sept 9th to see your child's progress so far this year. Log in to see how your student is doing and take action early if needed.
No need to wait until Sept 9th to see your child's progress so far this year. Log in to see how your student is doing and take action early if needed.

The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite all K-12 Florida students to participate in the 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month contests. Six essay winners will be awarded a 2-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by Florida Prepaid College Plans. Learn more: https://www.floridahispanicheritage.com/

REMINDER!
🎓 NATIONAL COLLEGE COLORS DAY 🎓
📅 September 4, 2026
Wear your favorite college colors on Thursday, September 4th and rep your alma mater, dream school, or favorite team! Whether you're rocking your college hoodie, jersey, or just wearing your school's colors—let's see that pride!
🎓 NATIONAL COLLEGE COLORS DAY 🎓
📅 September 4, 2026
Wear your favorite college colors on Thursday, September 4th and rep your alma mater, dream school, or favorite team! Whether you're rocking your college hoodie, jersey, or just wearing your school's colors—let's see that pride!

👀 Peek Inside the Classroom: Culinary
Collaboration, time management, cleanliness, productivity, and fun! All came together Friday in Mrs. Harrison’s Culinary Class. 🍴




🚨 TOMORROW = PM 1 Reading! 🚨
✔️ Charged device? Check! ✔️ Charger packed? Check!
✔️ Charged device? Check! ✔️ Charger packed? Check!

Picture day is THIS THURSDAY (9/3)! Have your smile ready.



This Friday is College Colors Day! 🎓 We want to see OUR students and staff decked out in their favorite university colors and gear. Whether it's your alma mater or your dream school - wear it proud on September 4th!

👀Peek Inside the Classroom: Science in Action
Mrs. Von Maxey's class dove into the scientific method this week with an exciting bubble lab investigation! 👀🫧 Students got hands-on experience forming hypotheses, conducting experiments, and making observations
Our young scientists are learning that discovery happens one experiment at a time! 🧪👓💡
Mrs. Von Maxey's class dove into the scientific method this week with an exciting bubble lab investigation! 👀🫧 Students got hands-on experience forming hypotheses, conducting experiments, and making observations
Our young scientists are learning that discovery happens one experiment at a time! 🧪👓💡






AVID Dress for Success Day!





Reminder: NO SCHOOL — LABOR DAY (Monday, September 7). 🎉🗓️ SAVE THE DATE! Enjoy the long weekend with family and friends.

🎉 On September 1st, we're hosting our Open House and Annual Title I Information Meeting. Here's what you need to know:
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 1st
🕔 5:00 PM - Title I Meeting in the cafeteria
🏫 5:30-7:00 PM - Open House
During Open House, you'll follow your child's daily schedule, moving from classroom to classroom. Don't forget to bring your child and/or a copy of their schedule!
We can't wait to see you all and share the amazing things happening at our school.
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 1st
🕔 5:00 PM - Title I Meeting in the cafeteria
🏫 5:30-7:00 PM - Open House
During Open House, you'll follow your child's daily schedule, moving from classroom to classroom. Don't forget to bring your child and/or a copy of their schedule!
We can't wait to see you all and share the amazing things happening at our school.

Upcoming progress monitoring tests will take place on September 1st and September 10th. Please follow the link below for full details and testing information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mkvhIqhKwnpBf8bUh9wclhiBqf87YD2t/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=109014931799511039104&rtpof=true&sd=true

TAVARES PATRIOTS SPIRIT WEAR IS HERE!
Show your Patriot pride with our NEW spirit wear collection!
⏰ ORDER DEADLINE: Wednesday, August 26th
📝 Return your completed order form to Mrs. Metz in Portable 4 💳 Pay by cash or online
Questions? Email Mrs. Metz at
MetzA@lake.k12.fl.us
Don't miss out – order yours TODAY!

👀 Peek Inside the Classroom
🎬Week Two: collaboration and hands on math




Join us for our Robotics Interest Meeting on September 1st at 8:00 AM! Whether you're a seasoned builder or just curious about robotics, this is your chance to learn about exciting opportunities, competitions, and hands-on projects.
🔧 Discover what our robotics program has to offer 🏆 Learn about competitions and team opportunities 🤝 Meet fellow students who share your passion.
Questions? Reach out to
mcleodh@lake.k12.fl.us

