📚⚔️ 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. 💙⚔️

1 day 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.”
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
about 22 hours ago, LCS Communications
Blue background with a yellow border displays a referendum flyer. The logo is at the top, followed by a question "Did you know?"
💙⚔️ 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.
2 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
9 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.
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We look forward to welcoming our Silver Knight families to the Castle! 🏰💙
Believe. Learn. Lead.

11 days 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.
15 days 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.
16 days 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!
16 days 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
16 days 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.
17 days 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.”
🎉 HOMECOMING WEEK IS COMING! 🎉

Oak Park Middle School is joining the Homecoming celebration with Leesburg High School! 🏰💙 Get ready to show your school spirit during Rio Carnival Spirit Days, September 28–October 2!

✨ Monday, Sept. 28 — Bring Back 2016
Dress like you did in kindergarten!

🔨 Tuesday, Sept. 29 — Battle of the Bobs
BOB the Builder, BOB the Minion, SpongeBOB, or rock a BOB hairstyle!

🏍️🏄 Wednesday, Sept. 30 — Bikers vs. Surfers
Dress as a biker in all black or a surfer in Hawaiian/bright colors.
🎉 Homecoming Parade in Downtown Leesburg at 6 PM

🩷 Thursday, Oct. 1 — PINK Out
Dress in all pink!

💜💚💙 Friday, Oct. 2 — Class Colors
6th Grade: Purple | 7th Grade: Green | 8th Grade: Blue

🏈 The Homecoming Game is Friday, Oct. 2 at 7 PM. All middle school students must be accompanied by an adult, and no backpacks are allowed.

Let’s fill Homecoming Week with Silver Knight spirit! ⚔️
17 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Oak Park Middle School Homecoming Week flyer announcing Rio Carnival Spirit Days with Leesburg High School from September 28 through October 2. Monday, September 28 is “Bring Back 2016,” with students dressing like they did in kindergarten. Tuesday, September 29 is “Battle of the Bobs,” featuring Bob the Builder, Bob the Minion, SpongeBob, or a bob hairstyle. Wednesday, September 30 is “Bikers vs. Surfers,” with bikers wearing all black and surfers wearing Hawaiian or bright colors; the Homecoming Parade is at 6 p.m. in Downtown Leesburg. Thursday, October 1 is “PINK Out,” with students wearing all pink. Friday, October 2 is Class Colors: sixth grade purple, seventh grade green, and eighth grade blue. The Homecoming Game is October 2 at 7 p.m. All middle school students must have an adult, and no backpacks are allowed.
🏈🏐 GAME DAY, SILVER KNIGHTS! ⚔️💙

Our Flag Football and Volleyball teams are hitting the road tonight to take on the Carver Middle School Raiders!

📅 Monday, September 21, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Carver Middle School
1200 N. Beecher St., Leesburg, FL 34748
🎟️ Tickets: $5

Come out, bring the Silver Knight spirit, and cheer on our student-athletes as they represent the Castle! 📣⚔️

GO SILVER KNIGHTS! 💙🩶
Believe. Learn. Lead.
18 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Square Oak Park Middle School athletics graphic promoting Flag Football and Volleyball against Carver Middle School. A blue-and-silver Silver Knight represents Oak Park on the left, while the red-and-black Carver Raiders logo appears on the right. Large text reads “Game Day” with football and volleyball imagery. Games are Monday, September 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Carver Middle School, 1200 N. Beecher St., Leesburg, FL 34748. Tickets are $5. The bottom reads, “Support Our Silver Knights! 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. Learn more: https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing

21 days ago, LCS Communications
A blue and yellow banner reads "Did You Know?" with text about school safety funding and a referendum in 2026.

📣 NO SCHOOL — FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18! ⚔️💙

Silver Knight families, please remember that there will be no school for students on Friday, September 18, 2026, as our teachers will be participating in a Professional Development Day.

While our students enjoy the day off, our educators will be learning, collaborating, and preparing to continue providing meaningful learning experiences for our Silver Knights. 📚✨

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the Castle after the long weekend!

💙 Believe. Learn. Lead. ⚔️

23 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
A flyerOak Park Middle School announcement graphic in royal blue, silver, white, and black. A Silver Knight mascot appears on the left beside large text reading, “No School — Friday, September 18, 2026.” A note on the right explains that it is a Teacher Professional Development Day. The graphic states that teachers are learning today to make tomorrow even brighter and highlights stronger lessons, brighter opportunities, better tomorrows, and investing in students. Oak Park Middle School’s motto, “Believe. Learn. Lead.,” appears at the bottom.
🏃‍♀️⚔️🏃‍♂️ RUN STRONG, SILVER KNIGHTS! 💙🤍

Our Oak Park Middle School Cross Country Team is ready to hit the course! Join us Tuesday, September 15, as our Silver Knights compete alongside runners from Cecil E. Gray Middle, East Ridge Middle, Windy Hill Middle, and other schools from across the district!

📅 Tuesday, September 15, 2026
⏰ Meet starts at 5:30 PM
📍 Cecil E. Gray Middle School
205 E. Magnolia St., Groveland, FL 34736
🎟️ Tickets: $5

Different schools. Same passion. Stronger runners. 💪

Let's show our runners that the Castle is behind them every step of the way! Good luck, Silver Knights! ⚔️💙
25 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Blue, silver, green, black, and white sports graphic promoting a middle school Cross Country Meet. Oak Park Middle School Silver Knight runners are pictured running on a wooded course. The graphic features Oak Park Middle School Silver Knights, Cecil E. Gray Middle School Gators, East Ridge Middle School Spartans, and Windy Hill Middle School Wolves, noting that other schools will also participate. The meet is Tuesday, September 15, 2026, beginning at 5:30 PM at Cecil E. Gray Middle School, 205 E. Magnolia St., Groveland, FL 34736. Tickets are $5. Text includes “Different Schools. Same Passion. Stronger Runners,” “Good Luck, Silver Knights!” and “Believe. Learn. Lead.”

🏈🏐⚔️ IT’S GAME DAY, SILVER KNIGHTS! ⚔️🏐🏈

Our Flag Football and Volleyball teams are taking on the Mt. Dora Middle School Eagles! 🦅

📅Today, September 14
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Oak Park Middle School
🎟️ Tickets: $5

Come out, pack the stands, and show our student-athletes what Silver Knight Pride is all about! 💙🤍

Bring the energy. Bring the noise. GO SILVER KNIGHTS! ⚔️

25 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
High-energy Oak Park Middle School Game Day graphic promoting a home doubleheader against Mt. Dora Middle School. The blue, silver, and black design features the Silver Knight mascot, Mt. Dora’s purple-and-gold eagle logo, a flag football, and a volleyball. Both Flag Football and Volleyball play at home on Monday, September 14, at 6:00 PM. Tickets are $5. Location: Oak Park Middle School, 2101 South Street, Leesburg, FL 34748. The graphic includes “Home of the Silver Knights,” “Go Silver Knights!” and the motto “Believe. Learn. Lead.”
Enjoy the long weekend, and we will see you on Tuesday!
about 1 month ago, LCS Communications
An announcement reads: "Schools and offices will be closed on Monday for Labor Day." Three stars in various colors adorn the graphic.
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/
about 1 month ago, LCS Communications
An advertisement for the 2026 Florida Hispanic Heritage Month art and essay contests. A vibrant pattern decorates the blue background.
⚔️💙 ONE TEAM. ONE CASTLE. ALL IN.*💙⚔️

The Castle was ROCKING as our Silver Knights came together for our Beginning-of-the-Year Pep Rally! 📣🏰

Students packed the gym for an afternoon filled with school spirit, cheers, friendly competition, and plenty of Silver Knight pride! Our cheerleaders brought the energy, our staff got everyone fired up, and our students showed exactly what it means to be KNIGHT STRONG!

And after an incredible battle for the Spirit Stick... 🥁🥁🥁

🏆 7TH GRADE TOOK THE WIN! 🏆

Congratulations to our 7th graders for showing the most spirit and claiming the Spirit Stick! Can they defend it at the next pep rally, or will 6th or 8th grade take the crown?

What an awesome way to kick off the 2026–2027 school year and our One Final Quest!

📣 Cheer Loud.
⚔️ Represent Proud.
💙 Knight Strong.

Believe. Learn. Lead.

about 2 months ago, Oak Park Middle School
Blue, silver, and black collage celebrating Oak Park Middle School’s Beginning-of-the-Year Pep Rally. Large text reads, “Beginning of the Year Pep Rally! One Team. One Castle. All In.” Six photos show Silver Knight students filling the gym bleachers, students entering the pep rally, cheerleaders performing on the gym floor, staff leading activities, and students cheering and showing school spirit. The design features Silver Knight and castle imagery, megaphones, pom-poms, and a large spirit stick. Text on the right announces, “7th Grade Won the Spirit Stick!” Additional messages include “Cheer Loud!,” “Represent Proud!,” “Knight Strong!,” “Kicking Off an Amazing Year!” and “#BelieveLearnLead.”
📸⚔️ Picture Day is Tuesday, Silver Knights!*⚔️📸

Get those smiles ready! 😁 Tuesday, August 25 is Yearbook/ID Picture Day for ALL Silver Knights and our 8th Grade Class Panorama Picture Day!

📷 Yearbook/ID Photos — ALL Students
Every Silver Knight will have their yearbook and ID photo taken.

🏰 8th Grade Class Panorama
Our 8th graders will come together for their class panorama—one more memory from their final year at the Castle!

💻 Want to order pictures?
Visit www.strawbridge.net and select “Order Pictures & Yearbooks.”

📸 Yearbook/ID Photo Code: PX513654
🎓 8th Grade Panorama Code: FM513655

Dress your best, bring your best smile, and let's capture some memories! 💙🤍

⚔️ One Team. One Castle. Every Memory Counts.
about 2 months ago, Oak Park Middle School
Graphic promoting Oak Park Middle School Picture Day on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. The royal blue, silver, white, and black design features a Silver Knight, castle, school shields, camera, and calendar graphics. The flyer announces Yearbook/ID Picture Day for everyone and the 8th Grade Class Panorama Picture. Families can order pictures online at www.strawbridge.net. The Yearbook/ID photo school code is PX513654, and the 8th Grade Panorama code is FM513655. Ordering instructions direct families to select “Order Pictures & Yearbooks” and enter the appropriate code. The graphic reminds students to look their best and bring their best smile. The bottom reads, “One Team. One Castle. Every Memory Counts.”