Category: School News

Fairlawn Families Stepped Up! Fairlawn Families, you truly made an impact! A HUGE thank you to everyone who donated shoes and supported our Fairlawn PTO Shoe Drive! Thanks to your incredible generosity, our Fairlawn family collected an amazing 1,778 pounds of shoes! But this wasn’t just about collecting shoes—it was about making a difference! Together, our donations helped displace an estimated 44.5K pounds of CO₂ and save an incredible 741K gallons of water! We are so proud of our Fairlawn families for coming together and showing what can happen when a school community works as a team. Your generosity is … Read More

The Jaguar Battalion has successfully completed the reconstruction of its Raider Obstacle Course thanks to the generous support of The Home Depot Foundation and the volunteer team from Home Depot Store #6376. The project was inspired by Raider Team Captain Felix Witkamp, whose vision to improve the Battalion’s training environment helped turn an idea into reality. Cadets worked alongside Home Depot volunteers Victor Catalano, Matthew Matlock, Niko, and Carlos to remove the aging course and construct a modern training facility that will serve Cadets for years to come. In addition to providing labor, expertise, equipment, and donated soil for the … Read More

White City Elementary embarks on the beginning of a very special school year at White City Elementary—our beautiful buildings centennial year! As we welcome our Wildcats back to campus, we celebrate 100 Years of Wildcat Pride: A History of Excellence. From the first smiles at arrival to the excitement of new classrooms, today is more than the first day of school—it is the start of another chapter in White City Elementary’s proud story. We are grateful for our students, families, teachers, staff, and community who continue to make WCE a place where tradition, learning, and Wildcat pride shine. Here’s to … Read More

Fairlawn’s Tunnel of Hope: A Bright Start! What a wonderful way to welcome our Fairlawn students back to school! Our students—and their parents—had an amazing experience walking through our “Tunnel of Hope,” surrounded by smiles, cheers, encouragement, and so much positive energy! The Tunnel of Hope was a beautiful reminder that our students are never walking their journey alone. From the moment they stepped through, they were surrounded by members of our school and community who believe in them and are excited to see all they will accomplish this year. A heartfelt THANK YOU to all of our amazing community … Read More

Ready, Set, Kindergarten! July was an exciting time at Fairlawn Elementary as we welcomed our newest Patriots for Kindergarten Orientation and Kindergarten Readiness Testing! Over the course of three days, our incoming kindergarten students had the opportunity to meet their teachers, explore their new school, and participate in activities designed to help us learn more about their individual strengths and readiness for kindergarten. Our teachers worked with each child through fun, age-appropriate readiness activities while families received helpful information about beginning this exciting new chapter. The three days were filled with smiles, new friendships, eager learners, and lots of excitement … Read More

Lawnwood Leopards are off to a great start! Ms. White’s fifth-grade students are reading The Wild Robot and are off to a great start. Students are increasing their vocabulary skills, participating in writing tasks, and learning about the main characters and how they change throughout the story. As they read, they are developing a deeper understanding of character development and making connections between the characters’ experiences and the themes of the novel. They are also deepening their understanding of figurative language by identifying examples in the text, discussing their meaning, and exploring how these literary devices enhance the author’s message. … Read More

To Proficiency & Beyond! Fairlawn Elementary’s Open House was a toy-tally terrific success! Our school was filled with excitement, smiles, and lots of anticipation for the new school year. Families had the opportunity to meet teachers, visit classrooms, explore the school, and get ready for another year of learning and growing together. With our Toy Story theme, we were reminded that every student is capable of reaching for the stars. Our amazing Fairlawn staff is ready to support, encourage, and inspire every child along the way. Thank you to all of our wonderful families for joining us and helping make … Read More

We are thrilled to welcome Mrs. Oms as Weatherbee Elementary’s Media Specialist! With her passion for reading and love for our students, Mrs. Oms is transforming our media center into a place where imagination and adventure come alive. Each book becomes a new journey—taking students to faraway places, introducing them to unforgettable characters, and helping them discover worlds beyond the classroom. Through engaging read-alouds and meaningful connections, she is inspiring our students to become curious, confident readers. We are excited to watch Mrs. Oms create a lifelong love of reading, one story, one student, and one adventure at a time!

  Lawnwood Leopards are ready for an exciting 2026–2027 school year! Our Kindergarten Kick-Off Orientation and Open House were tremendous successes, providing families with a warm and informative introduction to the Lawnwood Elementary community. During the Kindergarten Orientation, parents learned about school expectations, academic programs, resource classes, kindergarten assessments, and many other important aspects of their child’s educational journey. The session offered valuable information to help families feel prepared and confident for the year ahead. The Open House was also well attended, giving parents and students the opportunity to meet their teachers, tour the campus, and visit their classrooms. Families … Read More

We kicked off an exciting new school year with a special New Teacher Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to warmly welcome the newest members of our Bayshore family: Ms. Sanabria, Mr. Rosenberg, Ms. Carbonell, and Ms. Harner. This meaningful ceremony symbolized the opening of a brand-new chapter as these talented educators officially begin their journey at Bayshore Elementary. Surrounded by their colleagues and staff, our new teachers were celebrated and embraced as part of our school community. At Bayshore, we believe in supporting one another, building strong connections, and creating a positive environment where both students and staff can thrive. The ribbon … Read More

Southport Middle School extends its sincere appreciation to Mr. Gent for taking the time to visit our campus and present to our teachers. His session focused on the importance of school culture and the powerful impact it has on both staff and students. Throughout his presentation, Mr. Gent highlighted how a strong, positive culture can improve relationships, strengthen collaboration, and create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Our teachers gained meaningful insights into the benefits of cultivating a healthy school culture and left inspired to continue building a community where students can thrive. We are grateful for his … Read More

Southport Middle School teachers spent a wonderful week engaged in meaningful learning as they prepared to welcome students back to campus. Throughout the week, teachers collaborated with colleagues, shared ideas, and strengthened instructional practices to ensure a successful start to the school year. They participated in a variety of professional learning sessions focused on curriculum, classroom culture, and effective teaching strategies. This time allowed teachers to reflect, refine, and reconnect with their purpose as educators. We also extend our appreciation to Mrs. Power from student services for presenting an informative session on classroom management strategies, which provided valuable tools for … Read More

Southport Middle School hosted a successful and welcoming Open House, giving students and families an opportunity to prepare for the upcoming school year. Students enjoyed exploring the campus, familiarizing themselves with the layout of the school, locating their classrooms, meeting their teachers, and seeing their friends. The event also provided families with valuable resources and support. Parents were able to register for transportation, complete lunch form applications, purchase school shirts, and join PTO/SAC to stay involved throughout the year. The evening was filled with excitement, connection, and readiness as our school community came together to ensure a smooth and positive … Read More