February is CTE Month! This week we start with a big idea: Career and Technical Education opens real career opportunities right here in Central Florida. Career & Technical Education (CTE) is more than a class—it’s your launchpad to the future! CTE is all about hands-on learning, real-world skills, and training for high-demand, high-wage careers that are shaping today’s workforce. From day one, you’re gaining experience that matters and skills employers are looking for right now. Review the Lake County Schools Career Guide at the link below and discover how CTE and other College and Career Readiness programs help students reach their goals. Florida's Future: Powered by Public Schools. https://online.fliphtml5.com/vvpnp/ciqu/
Take Stock in Children is a statewide program that has provided scholarships, mentors and hope to deserving children in Florida for the past 30 years. Their mission is to break the cycle of poverty for low-income, underrepresented, academically qualified students by providing opportunities for degree attainment through postsecondary education.
Parents and guardians of 8th-grade students who are interested in learning more about the Take Stock in Children application process are invited to join us for a Parent Digital Drop-In at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 3. Get your questions answered and learn about eligibility, deadlines, and next steps.
Join the meeting at the link below using Meeting ID: 829 2813 4451 and Passcode: newtsic . Drop in at the time that works best for you — no registration required. We look forward to connecting with you!
Meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82928134451?pwd=43cbAQsAWZYt3hpZCYAiQLapgMCfK6.1
Parents and guardians of 8th-grade students who are interested in learning more about the Take Stock in Children application process are invited to join us for a Parent Digital Drop-In at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 3. Get your questions answered and learn about eligibility, deadlines, and next steps.
Join the meeting at the link below using Meeting ID: 829 2813 4451 and Passcode: newtsic . Drop in at the time that works best for you — no registration required. We look forward to connecting with you!
Meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82928134451?pwd=43cbAQsAWZYt3hpZCYAiQLapgMCfK6.1
Huge thanks to Mrs. Raley for brightening our bus drivers’ Fridays! 🙌🚌
6th grade ELA is wrapping up the research unit in the Titanic Collection, where students researched individual passengers who were aboard the Titanic.
We had a wonderful evening celebrating our honorees:
🌟 School-Related Employee of the Year-Mr. Parsons
🌟 Rookie Teacher of the Year- Ms. Flora
🌟 Teacher of the Year- Mr. Moore
Mr. Moore was also a finalist for Lake County's Teacher of the Year!
Got a rising 6th grader? Bring them to 6th Grade Orientation on Tue, March 3, between 5:30 and 7:00 PM @ Tavares Middle! 🎒✨
Walk the campus • Explore electives • Meet teachers & classmates • Learn about clubs & sports • Kona Ice + coffee ☕️🍧 Athletic spirit wear
📍1335 Ken Bragg Way, Tavares, FL
#FuturePatriots #TavaresMiddle #6thGradeOrientation #MiddleSchoolReady
Walk the campus • Explore electives • Meet teachers & classmates • Learn about clubs & sports • Kona Ice + coffee ☕️🍧 Athletic spirit wear
📍1335 Ken Bragg Way, Tavares, FL
#FuturePatriots #TavaresMiddle #6thGradeOrientation #MiddleSchoolReady
Ready to be a Tavares High School Bulldog? 🐾
Parents of incoming 9th graders zoned for THS:
Join us for the 2026–2027 Curriculum & Course Selection Parent Information Session on Monday, Feb 9 at 5:30 PM in the gym. Please park in the student parking lot.
What to know:
-THS Curriculum & Scheduling Guide is available on the THS website (review before the night)
-Students will complete course requests during the campus visit on 2/20
-Course selection in FOCUS open Feb 9–22
Questions? Contact the Tavares High School guidance department.
Parents of incoming 9th graders zoned for THS:
Join us for the 2026–2027 Curriculum & Course Selection Parent Information Session on Monday, Feb 9 at 5:30 PM in the gym. Please park in the student parking lot.
What to know:
-THS Curriculum & Scheduling Guide is available on the THS website (review before the night)
-Students will complete course requests during the campus visit on 2/20
-Course selection in FOCUS open Feb 9–22
Questions? Contact the Tavares High School guidance department.
🎉 A huge thank you to the guest speakers and readers who visited today — your stories and reflections about the importance of literacy in your professions truly made the day special!📚 💫
Only 18 days left to apply! The Take Stock in Children application for Lake & Sumter County 8th graders closes February 15, 2026. Students accepted into the program receive caring mentorship and the opportunity to earn a 60-credit-hour college tuition scholarship after graduating from a Florida high school.
Who can apply?
• Current 8th graders at a public middle school
• Lake or Sumter County students
• Meet income eligibility guidelines
• 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Good attendance and behavior
Don’t wait—time is running out.
Apply now: https://formstack.io/5EBEA
Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #18DaysLeft #CollegeBound
Who can apply?
• Current 8th graders at a public middle school
• Lake or Sumter County students
• Meet income eligibility guidelines
• 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Good attendance and behavior
Don’t wait—time is running out.
Apply now: https://formstack.io/5EBEA
Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #18DaysLeft #CollegeBound
What a night! 📚✨ Literacy Night was a huge success! Thank you to all the families and staff who helped make it so special.
What a night! 📚✨ Literacy Night was a huge success! Thank you to all the families and staff who helped make it so special.
What a night! 📚✨ Literacy Night was a huge success! Thank you to all the families and staff who helped make it so special.
Students dove into reading today and Mr. Moore promoted tomorrow's Literacy Night.
Literacy Night 📚
Where: TMS
When: 1/27 @ 5:30
Who: Bring the whole family
What: Activities for the whole family! This is a drop-in event. Come anytime between 5:30-7pm.
Students dove into reading today and Mr. Moore promoted tomorrow's Literacy Night.
Literacy Night 📚
Where: TMS
When: 1/27 @ 5:30
Who: Bring the whole family
What: Activities for the whole family! This is a drop-in event. Come anytime between 5:30-7pm.
🎺🎶 District 19’s All-District Concert Band featured three of our Patriots who auditioned earlier this year and earned spots in the Honor Band! We’re so proud of their dedication, long rehearsals, and musical excellence.
Our boys and girls pulled the W against Oak Park this week! Way to go Patriots!
The countdown is ON — only 25 days left to apply!
The Take Stock in Children application for Lake & Sumter County 8th graders closes February 15, 2026. This program offers one-on-one mentorship and the chance to earn a 60-credit-hour college tuition scholarship upon graduating from a Florida high school.
Eligible students must:
• Be current 8th graders at a public middle school
• Attend school in Lake or Sumter County
• Meet income guidelines
• Have a 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Maintain good attendance and behavior
Time is running out—apply today.
https://formstack.io/5EBEA
Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #DeadlineApproaching #CollegeReady
The Take Stock in Children application for Lake & Sumter County 8th graders closes February 15, 2026. This program offers one-on-one mentorship and the chance to earn a 60-credit-hour college tuition scholarship upon graduating from a Florida high school.
Eligible students must:
• Be current 8th graders at a public middle school
• Attend school in Lake or Sumter County
• Meet income guidelines
• Have a 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Maintain good attendance and behavior
Time is running out—apply today.
https://formstack.io/5EBEA
Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #DeadlineApproaching #CollegeReady
The countdown is ON — only 25 days left to apply!
The Take Stock in Children application for Lake & Sumter County 8th graders closes February 15, 2026. This program offers one-on-one mentorship and the chance to earn a 60-credit-hour college tuition scholarship upon graduating from a Florida high school.
Eligible students must:
• Be current 8th graders at a public middle school
• Attend school in Lake or Sumter County
• Meet income guidelines
• Have a 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Maintain good attendance and behavior
Time is running out—apply today.
https://formstack.io/5EBEA
Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #DeadlineApproaching #CollegeReady
The Take Stock in Children application for Lake & Sumter County 8th graders closes February 15, 2026. This program offers one-on-one mentorship and the chance to earn a 60-credit-hour college tuition scholarship upon graduating from a Florida high school.
Eligible students must:
• Be current 8th graders at a public middle school
• Attend school in Lake or Sumter County
• Meet income guidelines
• Have a 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Maintain good attendance and behavior
Time is running out—apply today.
https://formstack.io/5EBEA
Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #DeadlineApproaching #CollegeReady
The Take Stock in Children application for Lake & Sumter County 8th graders closes February 15, 2026. This opportunity includes dedicated mentorship and a 60-credit-hour college tuition scholarship for students who complete the program and graduate from a Florida high school.
Who’s eligible?
• Current 8th grader at a public middle school
• Lake or Sumter County resident
• Meets income guidelines
• 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Good attendance & behavior
Don’t miss out—spots are limited.
Apply now: https://formstack.io/5EBEA
Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #ScholarshipDeadline #CollegeBound
Who’s eligible?
• Current 8th grader at a public middle school
• Lake or Sumter County resident
• Meets income guidelines
• 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Good attendance & behavior
Don’t miss out—spots are limited.
Apply now: https://formstack.io/5EBEA
Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #ScholarshipDeadline #CollegeBound
Join us for Literacy Night at Tavares Middle on Tuesday, January 27th from 5:30–7:00pm! We’re celebrating Literacy Week 2026 — “READ, WHITE and BLUE: Celebrating 250 Chapters of America.” Come enjoy fun activities and community time with family and friends.
Spirit Dress Up Days (Mon–Fri):
Mon 1/26: Wear stars and/or stripes
Tue 1/27: Decades — dress like your favorite decade
Wed 1/28: Honor our military — wear camo
Thu 1/29: Represent your state — jerseys/college shirts
Fri 1/30: Wear your TMS shirt
Spirit Dress Up Days (Mon–Fri):
Mon 1/26: Wear stars and/or stripes
Tue 1/27: Decades — dress like your favorite decade
Wed 1/28: Honor our military — wear camo
Thu 1/29: Represent your state — jerseys/college shirts
Fri 1/30: Wear your TMS shirt
