🎓✨ COLLEGE & CAREER NIGHT IS COMING TO THE CASTLE! ✨🎓

Oak Park Middle School invites our Silver Knight families to join us for an exciting evening of exploration, inspiration, and opportunities!

📅 Tuesday, November 17, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Oak Park Middle School
2101 South Street, Leesburg, FL 34748

🌟 What can you look forward to?
🎓 Explore college and career opportunities
🤝 Meet community partners
📚 Learn about valuable resources
🏪 Connect with and support local businesses

Whether your student is beginning to think about their future or already has big dreams, this is a wonderful opportunity to discover the possibilities ahead!

📢 RSVP BY NOVEMBER 9!
🔗 https://forms.gle/XM9i9rEqGSCBX3zH6

📞 Questions? Contact Tiana Greer at (352) 787-3232, ext. 4710

💙⚔️ Believe. Learn. Lead.

3 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Promotional flyer for Oak Park Middle School's College & Career Night on November 17, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. The event will take place at Oak Park Middle School, a Title I school, located at 2101 South Street, Leesburg, FL 34748. The flyer features a white graph-paper background with light blue grid lines. Large, playful blue lettering announces “College & Career Night,” with the event date and time displayed in bold black text at the top. A yellow sticky note lists event highlights: explore career opportunities, meet with community partners, learn about resources, and support local businesses. The bottom section instructs families to scan the QR code to RSVP by November 9. RSVP link: https://forms.gle/XM9i9rEqGSCBX3zH6. Contact information: Tiana Greer, (352) 787-3232, extension 4710, or greert@lake.k12.fl.us. Decorative school-themed illustrations include a lightbulb, notebook, globe, apple, star, and dotted doodles.
GOOD NEWS! The Application Deadline Has Been Extended!
There’s still time to take the next step toward a brighter future! The application deadline for the 2026–2027 Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program has been extended from October 31 to November 9! We’re giving families a little extra time to complete their applications and take advantage of this incredible opportunity for 8th and 9th grade students to earn a college scholarship, connect with a caring mentor, and receive support on their journey to success. Don’t miss this opportunity! Complete your application by November 9 and take the first step toward your future.
Apply today: https://www.takestockinchildren.org/student-application/
#TakeStockInChildren #ScholarshipOpportunity #StudentSuccess #LakeAndSumter #EducationMatters #DeadlineExtended
about 3 hours ago, LCS Communications
Advertisement with "Scholarship Applications" text. Woman in cap and gown holding a diploma. Text reads "Attention 8th & 9th graders".
⏳ Time is running out—Only 5 days left to apply!
The Take Stock in Children application for 8th and 9th grade students in Lake & Sumter counties closes on October 31, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to receive mentorship and a college tuition scholarship upon graduating from high school!
🎓 Eligible students:
• Current 8th & 9th graders at a public school
• Lake or Sumter County residents • Meets income guidelines
• 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Good attendance & behavior
🚨 Time is almost up—apply today!
👉 https://www.takestockinchildren.org/student-application/
📧 Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #CollegeReady #DeadlineApproaching
3 days ago, LCS Communications
Scholarship applications. A student in a gown and cap holds a diploma. 5 days left. Attention 8th and 9th graders.
Early voting is underway, and in Lake County, voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. Here, we are answering some of the most frequently asked questions about the referendum so voters can make an informed decision. Learn more at https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
7 days ago, LCS Communications
Blue and white poster with "Did You Know?" text. Logo with "Lake County Schools" and "An A Rated District" text.
Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month!

A huge, heartfelt thank you to our wonderful staff and volunteers who put so much love and care into preparing these delicious homemade dishes for everyone to enjoy! Your generosity and hard work made this gathering truly special. It was a wonderful time of sharing great food and recognizing the invaluable history, contributions, and culture of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

This celebration is a powerful reminder of how our diversity—and our amazing team—makes us stronger.
13 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Five adults stand smiling behind a table laid out with a buffet-style luncheon featuring trays of food. The photo is framed by a decorative "National Hispanic Heritage Month" border featuring colorful flags, papel picado, and cultural symbols.
🧡⚔️ SILVER KNIGHTS, LET'S UNITE AGAINST BULLYING! ⚔️🧡

Wednesday, October 21, 2026, is NATIONAL UNITY DAY!

🧡 WEAR ORANGE and join Oak Park Middle School as we stand together for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion!

National Unity Day is the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, bringing schools and communities together to take a visible stand against bullying and remind every student that they deserve to feel safe, respected, valued, and included.

At Oak Park Middle School, we believe that EVERY Knight has the power to make a difference! 💙

🧡 BE KIND — A small act of kindness can change someone's day.
🤝 BE INCLUSIVE — Reach out, welcome others, and make sure no Knight feels left out.
❤️ SHOW RESPECT — Celebrate our differences and treat others with dignity.
💙 SUPPORT OTHERS — Stand beside classmates who need encouragement or friendship.
💬 SPEAK UP — Be an upstander! If you witness bullying, seek help from a trusted adult.
🌟 MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT — Your actions can help make the Castle a welcoming place for everyone!
🧡 On Wednesday, let's turn the Castle ORANGE and show what happens when Silver Knights stand UNITED!
⚔️ Together, We Make a Difference!

💙 Believe. Learn. Lead.
14 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Square Oak Park Middle School National Unity Day promotional graphic featuring the school's Silver Knight mascot in silver armor with a royal blue plume and cape. The knight extends a hand forward while holding an orange awareness ribbon. The design uses vibrant orange, royal blue, navy, and white colors with energetic brushstrokes, hearts, and decorative accents. Large text reads “National Unity Day” and “Wednesday, October 21, 2026.” An informational section explains: “National Unity Day is the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. This day brings people together to take a visible stand against bullying and to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion for all students.” A large orange banner featuring an orange T-shirt icon reads “WEAR ORANGE!” Beneath it, the message states: “Unite for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion to prevent students from being bullied.” Six illustrated icons highlight positive actions: “Be Kind,” “Be Inclusive,” “Show Respect,” “Support Others,” “Speak Up,” and “Make a Positive Impact.” The top of the graphic identifies Oak Park Middle School and the Silver Knights, with the message “Together We Make a Difference!” The bottom displays the school motto, “Believe | Learn | Lead.”
⏰15 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! ⏰
There are only 2 weeks remaining to complete your application for Take Stock in Children of Lake & Sumter Counties!
Selected 8th and 9th graders receive: 🔹 A 2-Year Florida Public College Tuition Scholarship 🔹 A dedicated 1-on-1 volunteer mentor 🔹 College & career readiness coaching
📅 Final Deadline: October 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM
👉 Submit your application now: https://www.takestockinchildren.org/student-application/
14 days ago, LCS Communications
Poster with blue background. A female student wearing a graduation gown holds a diploma. Text reads "Scholarship Applications".
This fall, Lake County voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. We have built in assurances that the money will be spent appropriately, including the establishment of an independent committee to oversee the spending. Learn more: https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
15 days ago, LCS Communications
Blue and white background with yellow border. Text reads: "Did you know?" Below, information about the referendum spending of Lake County Schools.

🧡⚔️ SILVER KNIGHTS, LET'S STAND TOGETHER AGAINST BULLYING! ⚔️🧡

Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14, 2026, Oak Park Middle School will be recognizing National Stop Bullying Day!

🧡 WEAR ORANGE to show your support for kindness, inclusion, respect, and a school community where EVERY Knight feels safe, valued, and accepted!

At Oak Park Middle School, we believe that small actions can make a BIG difference. Whether it's inviting someone to join your group, speaking up when someone is being mistreated, or simply offering a kind word, YOU have the power to make someone's day better.

💙 Five Ways to Be a Silver Knight Upstander:
🧡 CHOOSE KINDNESS — Treat everyone with compassion and respect.
🤝 INCLUDE OTHERS — Make sure no Knight feels left out.
💬 USE KIND WORDS— Your words have the power to encourage and uplift.
💪 LIFT EACH OTHER UP— Support your classmates and celebrate their successes.
🛡️ BE AN UPSTANDER — Speak up, seek help from a trusted adult, and stand against bullying.
🧡 Tomorrow, let's fill the Castle with ORANGE and show that kindness is stronger than bullying!

⚔️ Every Knight Matters. Every Voice Counts. Together, We Stand Stronger!

💙 Believe. Learn. Lead.

16 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Square Oak Park Middle School National Stop Bullying Day graphic featuring a Silver Knight mascot in silver armor with a royal blue plume and cape. The knight raises an open hand displaying an orange awareness ribbon. The background features bold orange, royal blue, navy, and white brushstroke graphics with decorative hearts. Large text reads, “National Stop Bullying Day,” followed by “Wednesday, October 14, 2026.” An orange banner featuring a T-shirt icon prominently states, “WEAR ORANGE!” Below it reads, “Let's stand together against bullying!” Five illustrated icons highlight ways students can help prevent bullying: “Choose Kindness,” “Include Others,” “Use Kind Words,” “Lift Each Other Up,” and “Be a Silver Knight Upstander.” The bottom of the graphic displays “Oak Park Middle School” and the school motto, “Believe. Learn. Lead.”

Over the last eight years, Lake County voters have provided for school safety and student mental health. You have made a tremendous impact in the lives of our students, and we are grateful. That funding expires soon. In this video, Superintendent Kornegay explains the referendum on the November ballot that addresses funding for the next four years and directs you to website for more details to help you make an informed decision at the polls. Watch here: https://youtu.be/2osgKf9x6Ko

19 days ago, LCS Communications
A blue background features a person in a white shirt. The text reads "Referendum 2026" with a Canadian flag icon.
This fall, Lake County voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. We are sharing facts about the referendum to help voters make an informed decision at the polls. Learn more at https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
21 days ago, LCS Communications
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📚⚔️ THE SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR IS COMING TO THE CASTLE! ⚔️📚

Get ready, Silver Knights! Our first Scholastic Book Fair of the school year is almost here! 🎉
📅 October 13–23

From adventure and mystery to fantasy, science, graphic novels, real-life stories, and more, there will be plenty for our Knights to discover! 📖✨

🚨 IMPORTANT FOR FAMILIES:
For a student to visit the Book Fair, their parent/guardian is REQUIRED to submit the Google Form that was sent through a Focus Message. Please check your Focus messages and complete the form so your student can visit the fair.

📚 Great Books. Bright Minds. Stronger Knights. 💙⚔️

21 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School Scholastic Book Fair promotional graphic in blue, white, yellow, and red. A Silver Knight mascot is shown reading a book labeled “Silver Knights Read” in front of a library background. Large text reads “Scholastic Book Fair” and “October 13–23.” A prominent information box states: “For students to visit the Book Fair, their parent/guardian is REQUIRED to submit the Google Form that was sent out via Focus Message.” A stack of colorful books lists Adventure, Mystery, Fantasy, Science, Real Life, Graphic Novels, and more. Additional text reads “Discover. Explore. Read. Belong.” and “Great Books. Bright Minds.” The bottom identifies Oak Park Middle School and the motto “Believe. Learn. Lead.”
💙⚔️ THANK YOU, SILVER KNIGHT, FAMILIES! 🏰
Thank you to all of our families who joined us for Title I & Open House Night at Oak Park Middle School!
It was wonderful seeing our families throughout the Castle—visiting classrooms, meeting with teachers and staff, learning more about Title I, and getting a closer look at what our students experience each day.
🎉 A special congratulations to the TWO families who won Bingo! We hope you had as much fun exploring the Castle as we had welcoming you!
Strong schools are built through strong partnerships, and we appreciate our families taking the time to connect with us and be part of the Oak Park community. 💙
⚔️ Believe. Learn. Lead.
22 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School Title I and Open House Night collage in the school’s blue, silver, white and black colors. The graphic features the Silver Knight mascot and Oak Park Middle School campus across the top. Five photos show families, students and staff participating in Open House activities throughout the school, including walking through the hallway, visiting classrooms, listening to presentations and interacting with staff. One photo shows members of a family who participated in the evening’s Bingo activity. Text on the graphic reads, “Thank you, Families, for joining us for our Title I & Open House!” and “Congratulations to the 2 families that won Bingo!”
This fall, Lake County voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. We are sharing facts about the referendum to help voters make an informed decision at the polls. Learn more at https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
29 days ago, LCS Communications
Blue background with white text and yellow accent. Logo of Lake County Schools. Text "Did You Know?" and "Referendum 2026" with details about property taxes.

🏰 Silver Knight Families — You’re Invited! 💙⚔️
Join us for Oak Park Middle School’s Title I & Open House Night! Meet our teachers, learn more about our programs, receive important information, and connect with our school community.
📅 Tuesday, October 6, 2026
⏰ Starting at 5:30 PM
📍 Oak Park Middle School
📲 Please RSVP by Thursday, October 1, 2026.
forms.gle/qAJUVHncL4dtDFWN8
We look forward to welcoming our Silver Knight families to the Castle! 🏰💙
Believe. Learn. Lead.

about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School Title I & Open House Night. Families, Parents, and Community Members You're Invited! Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Starting at 5:30 pm. RSVP By Thursday, October 1, 2026.
🏆 SILVER KNIGHTS WIN! 🏆

Congratulations to our Girls Silver Knights Volleyball Team on an exciting victory over the Eustis Middle School Mustangs! ⚔️💙🤍

Our Knights came out strong, battled through a tough second set, and finished the night with a 15–13 win in the deciding third set!

🏐 Set 1: 25–12
🏐 Set 2: 21–25
🏐 Set 3: 15–13

Way to compete, persevere, and represent the Castle with pride, Knights! 💪⚔️

Same Knights. Same Pride.
Believe. Learn. Lead.
about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School Girls Volleyball victory graphic in royal blue, silver, black, and white. A Silver Knight mascot and volleyball appear on the left, with a volleyball net and gym setting in the background. Large text reads “Volleyball Win!” and shows Oak Park Middle School Silver Knights versus Eustis Middle School Mustangs. Final set scores are Set 1: 25–12, Set 2: 21–25, and Set 3: 15–13. The bottom reads “Congratulations! Girls Silver Knights Volleyball.”
🏰 Your voice matters at Oak Park Middle School!

Families, staff, students, and community members are invited to join us for our first School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting of the year!

📅 Monday, October 5, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM
📍 Oak Park Middle School Media Center

SAC brings our school community together to share ideas, strengthen partnerships, and help support the success of our Silver Knights. Stakeholders have a voice, and your ideas can make a difference!

We hope to see you there! 💙⚔️

Believe. Learn. Lead.
about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School graphic announcing the first School Advisory Council meeting on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. in the Media Center. The blue, silver, black, and white design features a Silver Knight mascot pointing toward the meeting information and photos of the Oak Park Middle School campus and school sign. Along the bottom are four messages: “Stakeholders Have a Voice,” “Ideas Make a Difference,” “Partnerships Build Success,” and “Stronger Together.” The graphic includes Oak Park Middle School’s motto, “Believe. Learn. Lead.”
🏃‍♀️💨 RUN, KNIGHTS, RUN! 🏃‍♂️💨

Our Silver Knights Cross Country team is racing at HOME tomorrow! Come out and cheer on our runners as they take on the course and represent Oak Park Middle School! ⚔️💙🤍

📅 Thursday, September 24, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM
🏃 Cross Country Home Meet
🎟️ Tickets: $5

Fill the course with Silver Knight spirit and show our runners that THE CASTLE is behind them!

⚔️ Believe. Learn. Lead.
💙 GO KNIGHTS!
about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School Cross Country Home Meet graphic in royal blue, silver, black, and white. A Silver Knight mascot runs on the left, while silhouettes of cross country runners appear on the right. Large text announces “Cross Country Home Meet” on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 5:30 PM. Tickets are $5. The graphic includes “Run Knights Run,” “Silver Knights,” and the school motto, “Believe. Learn. Lead.”
This fall, Lake County voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. We are sharing facts about the referendum to help voters make an informed decision at the polls. Got questions? Email us at LCSCommunications@lake.k12.fl.us Learn more at: https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
about 1 month ago, LCS Communications
A blue and white poster with bold text. It reads: "Did you know? Lake County Schools ranks 64th out of 67 Florida counties for funding."
🏈🏐 AWAY GAME DAY, SILVER KNIGHTS! ⚔️💙

Our Oak Park Middle School Flag Football and Volleyball teams are headed to Eustis Middle School to take on the Mustangs! Come out and support our student-athletes as they represent the Castle on the road!

📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Eustis Middle School
18725 Bates Ave., Eustis, FL 32736
🎟️ Tickets: $5

Pack the Silver Knight spirit and help us cheer on our teams! 📣💙🩶

GO SILVER KNIGHTS! ⚔️
Believe. Learn. Lead.
about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
Square Oak Park Middle School athletics graphic promoting an away game against the Eustis Middle School Mustangs. The graphic features Oak Park’s blue-and-silver Silver Knight and Eustis’ gold Mustang, along with football and volleyball imagery. Flag Football and Volleyball play Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Eustis Middle School, 18725 Bates Ave., Eustis, FL 32736. Tickets are $5. The graphic reads “Support Our Silver Knights!” and “Believe. Learn. Lead.”