
What a magical evening it was as we celebrated our remarkable Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Desrosiers! The event was filled with joy, laughter, and heartfelt appreciation for the incredible impact she has on her students and our community.
This wonderful celebration was a night to remember. It was a true testament to the difference one passionate educator can make in the lives of so many!



Who’s ready for a weekend challenge?! 🙋 Get a $60 flat donation or $2 per lap donation before Monday and you’ll score a GOLDEN EDITION Dude Perfect keychain! 😮 Good luck!


The PRE Animal Awareness Club is collecting donations during the month of February for a local animal shelter. Please show some valentine love for them! Items needed – new bowls, collars, towels (can be slightly used), toys, food, treats, etc.! Drop off donations at Mrs. Shryock’s office in the media center. Thank you!

🎉 LET’S GO! 🎉 Our Pine Ridge Fun Run starts TODAY! We’re raising $25,000 for staff appreciation, events, and classroom needs and need YOUR help — it just takes a minute to sign up! Then, share your page to friends & family!
🙌 Thank you for making a difference for our school!


Pine Ridge Families,
Staff and students are excited about our upcoming school wide mural project, which begins next month. This project is a wonderful way for our school community to come together to express our creativity and pride in our school. If you are interested in contributing to the project through donating supplies or volunteering your time, please check out the image below for more details. You can select a date and time to volunteer by clicking on the link sent to your FOCUS email. We appreciate your enthusiasm for this project as we continue to celebrate our school's 20th anniversary. If donating, please send in all supplies by February 5th. If your student is participating, please make sure to return the permission slip by January 24th (this Friday). Thank you and have a great afternoon!


National School Counseling Week focuses public attention to the unique contribution of school counselors within the school system. This week highlights the impact counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan a successful career.


Celebrate Literacy Week is designed to raise awareness about the importance of reading and to inspire our students and families to make reading part of their daily routines.


🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉 Our Pine Ridge Fun Run fundraiser kicks off soon! We’re raising $25,000 for staff appreciation, events, and classroom needs and we need your help. Save the date 📅 and stay tuned for more details on how you can support our cause.
Students that preregister early can wear a hat to school on Kickoff Day!
💻 Sign up online at MyBooster.com – 01/13/2025
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 01/30/2025
👟 Event Day – 02/07/2025

Our 2024-2025 yearbook is available for pre-order! Secure your copy today by going to this link: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGcfgqyk_s/GoVZbRnH8QCdtCkOwJRr_w/view?utm_content=DAGcfgqyk_s&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h6bcf261354


Lake County schools and offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

Please save the date for the upcoming PTO-sponsored Valentines Dance. If you're interested in helping with ticket sales during the week of February 3rd or volunteering at the event please check your email (listed in FOCUS) for a link to sign up.
PTO would also like to help the school secure water station volunteers for our annual Fun Run on February 7th. The link was also sent in email.
Thank you and have a wonderful long weekend (no school on Monday, January 20th)!


Pine Ridge Families,
Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida is January 27-31 and this year's theme is Building Literacy - Constructing the Foundation for Success! Please see the week's line up below:
• Monday, January 27 - Students will construct a positive classroom message about literacy at school
• Tuesday, January 28 - Students will have the opportunity to read outside
• Wednesday, January 29 - Your child can dress up like a word they want others to learn
• Thursday, January 30 - Students can opt to read a poem on stage during lunch
• Friday, January 31 - Students are encouraged to dress in Pine Ridge spirit wear


Attention 5th grade families: ERMS will be hosting our elective selection night AND campus tours for our incoming 6th graders on Tuesday, February 25th at 5pm .

🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉 Our Pine Ridge Fun Run fundraiser kicks off soon! We’re raising $25,000 for staff appreciation, events, and classroom needs and we need your help. Save the date 📅 and stay tuned for more details on how you can support our cause.
💻 Sign up online at MyBooster.com – 01/13/2025
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 01/30/2025
👟 Event Day – 02/07/2025


Registration for South Lake Youth Sports Babe Ruth Baseball is currently open until January 15th. Please see the image below for more details!


Happy Holidays, Pine Ridge Bears! We'll see everyone back on January 6th!


Our Pine Ridge Row, STEAM Night, and Celebration of Science event was a huge success. Thank you to all that came out to help or support this great evening.





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