📣✨ Calling all parents and teachers! Join us for our first School Advisory Committee (S.A.C.) Meeting on October 6th at 4:30 PM in the media center! 🏫 Let's work together to make an even bigger IMPACT!
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7 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School. S.A.C. Meeting Notice. Monday, October 6th, 4:30 pm in the media center. Home of the Silver Knights.

Building a wall of achievement-one brick at a time! As students complete topics in ALEKS, their progress adds to the friendly grade-level competition. For every 1,000 topics mastered, a new brick goes up on the wall. Each brick represents hard work, persistence, and learning success. Which grade level will build the tallest wall and claim bragging rights? Keep pushing forward, Silver Knights-every topic counts!

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about 7 hours ago, Oak Park Middle School
Celebrating student achievements. 1000 topics = aleks brick
School-based #mentoring programs nurture quality student-adult relationships and help boost attendance rates. Contact your neighborhood school to learn how you can volunteer as a mentor. #HereTodayReadyforTomorrow
1 day ago, LCS Communications
Illustration of three school books. Wording says, "The Mentoring Effect. Youth with a Mentor Are 52% less likely than their peers to skip a day of school."
A student who is chronically absent in high school is 7.4X more likely to dropout. Make school attendance a priority! #HereTodayReadyforTomorrow
6 days ago, LCS Communications
Male teacher talking to male teen student in school hallway in front of lockers
Building strong, trusting relationships that promote a feeling of belonging is fundamental to improving student attendance & engagement. #HereTodayReadyforTomorrow
8 days ago, LCS Communications
Father, mother and young son talking to teacher in classroom
Absenteeism is a lost opportunity to learn. We can’t afford to think of absenteeism as merely a lack of compliance with school rules. Let's work together as a community to make regular school attendance a priority.
#HereTodayReadyforTomorrow
13 days ago, LCS Communications
Adults sitting with laptops around a table and talking
When a student misses so many days that they are chronically absent (10% or more days) it means the lack of engagement in learning is an ongoing problem that needs to be addressed. Chronic absence affects all kids, not just the absent ones. #HereTodayReadyforTomorrow
15 days ago, LCS Communications
Teen boys and girls posed in a school hallway smiling at the camera
20 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School. School-Related Employee of the Year 2025 - 2026. Stacy Caruthers, Data Entry Clerk.  For 25 years, Ms. Caruthers has been a cornerstone of Oak Park Middle — serving as a TA, to ESE Clerk, and now as our dedicated Data Operator. Her hard work, loyalty, and heart for our school community have made a lasting impact on generations of Silver Knights. We are so grateful to celebrate her incredible service and this well-deserved honor!
20 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School. Rookie Teacher of the Year 2025 - 2026. Jay Wilkes, 7th grade ELA Teacher.  In just his third year of teaching — and second year teaching ELA — Mr. Wilkes is already making an incredible impact on students and our school community. This well-deserved recognition fuels his passion for education and motivates him to keep growing as an inspiring educator.
20 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School. Teacher of the Year 2025 - 2026 Christina Fulton. For 13 years, Ms. Fulton has shared her passion and creativity with Oak Park students — from teaching ELA and AVID to inspiring young artists in the Art room. Her dedication, positivity, and love for teaching shine through in everything she does. We are so proud to celebrate her as our 2025 - 2026 Teacher of the Year!
Health-related absences are a top reason students miss school, yet sometimes they can be avoided. Partner with health providers to keep students healthy and in school! #HereTodayReadyforTomorrow
20 days ago, LCS Communications
Young girl smiling at female doctor who is wearing a stethoscope.
September is Attendance Awareness Month! Let's help students build a habit of good attendance early and often. #HereTodayReadyforTomorrow
22 days ago, LCS Communications
Students in garden looking at green plant. Wording says, "Prioritize student health and well-being."
All Lake County public schools will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. We honor the hard work, dedication, and contributions of the American workforce that help build strong communities and a bright future for our students. Enjoy a safe and restful holiday!
about 1 month ago, LCS Communications
American flag at top of chalk board. Tools and a hard hat at bottom. Wording says Schools Closed Monday for Labor Day.

🎉 Exciting news! Join us for our Title I night and Open House on October 16, 2025! RSVP by September 30! 👉 RSVP here: https://forms.gle/KrZUFVxBbqf9xC7a8

about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
Welcome. Open House & Title 1 Night. October 16, 2025, 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Oak Park Middle School. Bienvenida. Jornada de Puertas Abiertas y Noche de Titulo 1. Octubre 16, 2025. 5:30-7:30 pm.

Tickets are selling fast! Lake County Schools employees, students, friends, and families are headed to Gainesville to watch the Florida Gators take on the Long Island Sharks on Saturday, August 30. Join us! A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to the Education Foundation of Lake County to support Lake County Schools! Looks like it's going to be a sellout, so get your tickets today at https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty60

about 1 month ago, LCS Communications
Flyer says Join Gators Football, Saturday, Aug 30, 7 p.m. Florida Gatos vs LIU Sharks. Final purchase date is Aug. 29. A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to the Education Foundation of Lake County. Secure your tickets by scanning the QR code below or going to https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty60.

📸✨ Picture Day Alert!  Our Fall and 8th-Grade Panorama Picture day is happening next Tuesday, August 26, 2025! 🌟 These snapshots will be part of your yearbook & student IDs. Don’t miss out!
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📅 Check out the panorama link too: https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/clients/oak-park-middle-school/group-pictures-8-26-2025-2/access?clearSessionAuthentication=1
Flyers coming home soon! 

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about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School. Picture Day, August 26th. Scan for more info. Make-up day: 10/15
Oak Park Middle School. 8th-Grade Panorama, August 26th. Scan for more info. Make-up day: 10/15
Are you ready for some football? Join Lake County Schools employees, students, friends, and families in Gainesville as the Florida Gators take on the Long Island Sharks on Saturday, August 30. A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to the Education Foundation of Lake County to support Lake County Schools! Get your tickets at https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty60
about 2 months ago, LCS Communications
Flyer says Join Gators Football, Saturday, Aug 30, 7 p.m. Florida Gatos vs LIU Sharks. Final purchase date is Aug. 29. A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to the Education Foundation of Lake County. Secure your tickets by scanning the QR code below or going to https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty60.
🎉 Exciting news, Silver Knights! Tomorrow marks the return to our castle! 🏰
Bus riders, don’t forget to check your bus number in the NEW Lake County Schools Transportation app! 🚍📲
Remember, campus opens at 8:50 am, with the first bell ringing at 9:10 am and classes starting at 9:13 am.
And yes, free breakfast and lunch are back! 🍽️
Our amazing admin and teachers will be around to help everyone find their classes. Let’s make this year unforgettable! 💙
What are you most excited about?
about 2 months ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School. Believe, Learn, Lead.

A new state law -- House Bill 1105, which was signed into law on July 1 -- stipulates how and when students can use personal electronic devices during the school day in an effort to support focused learning in all Florida public school classrooms. The law says:
• Elementary and middle school students may not use a cell phone or other personal electronic device at any time during the school day.
• High School students may use cell phones and other personal electronic devices during instructional time only if a teacher gives permission for educational purposes.
• Exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis for students with an IEP, specific health needs, or English language learners (ELL).
Our Code of Student Conduct has been updated to reflect this law. See the Code of Student Conduct at this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RZS1-ppNFeQ_vSnOamPTlz0voX11U5Bs/view?usp=sharing . Thank you for working with us to create and maintain more focused learning environments for our students.

about 2 months ago, LCS Communications
New state law on student use of personal electronic devices. Image shows a cell phone with the LCS logo against a brick wall on the phone screen.