Jets in Action 8/18/25

Posted Date: 08/18/25 (09:00 AM)

Jets in Action

Legacy Middle School's Community Newsletter

Principal's Message

A Strong Start to the School Year! We’re off to a fantastic beginning—thank you to our students and staff for making the first week of the 2025–2026 school year smooth, productive, and full of positive energy!

Important Reminders for Families:

Students arriving before 9:00 AM or staying after 4:30 PM (including for athletics, clubs, or other after-school programs) must be registered with the YMCA.
The late bell rings at 9:30 AM, so please plan accordingly.
Upon arrival, students are invited to stop by the cafeteria for a free breakfast—a great way to start the day!
This year, all meals are free for OCPS families, thanks to district-wide support.

We’re excited for another engaging and successful week ahead on the flight deck. Let’s keep soaring! 🚀

Warm regards,

Jason Jimenez

Principal

Legacy Middle School

Important Dates

Upcoming Events and Activities

August 18th & 19th

Boys' Soccer Tryouts

August 21st

Dance Team Tryouts

September 8th

FAST ELA PM 1

September 9th

FAST Math PM1

September 11th

Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night 5 pm - 8:30 pm

Dance Team Tryouts 🩰

Mrs. Cruz will be hosting Dance Team auditions on August 21 after school. You must be a part of the YMCA and have a permission slip to audition. Pick up will be at 5:30.

Bell Schedule

Important Reminder

State-Mandated Cell Phone Policy

Reminder: State-Mandated Cell Phone Policy Starting Monday, August 18th, all cell phones must be silenced and stored out of sight—either in a backpack or purse—for the entire school day, from 9:25 AM to 4:04 PM. This rule is set by the state and applies to everyone on campus..

A sign indicates a 'No Phone Zone' with a crossed-out smartphone symbol.

Classroom Highlights

Mr. Moreno's Science Class

Students lining themselves up by height as an icebreaker in Mr. Moreno's Science class.

Ms. Zayas-Vargas' Reading Class

The students were building relationships by finding someone who had a description listed on the form.

Partner in Education

Lechonera El Sazon de mi Viejo

Welcome to our newest Partner in Education! We’re thrilled to welcome Lechonera El Sazon de mi Viejo as our newest Partner in Education! They are located right across the street from campus at 11425 Lake Underhill Rd. Stop by, show your Legacy pride, and enjoy some amazing local flavor!

Volunteer at Legacy Middle School

Sign up as an Additions Volunteer

If you are interested in being a chaperone on a field trip, helping out in a classroom, or assisting with a schoolwide event, please sign up for or renew your Additions Volunteer account.

OCPS Additions Website

30-30 Rule for Inclement Weather

The 30-30 Rule

For our families new to Legacy, at dismissal and no sooner, please note that during times of inclement weather, we follow the nationally recognized '30/30 Rule'. If thunder is heard within 30 seconds of a lightning strike, students will not be dismissed until 30 minutes have passed from the last sound of thunder. Parents and guardians may sign their child out during these situations at the main office.

Adult GED and ESOL Classes

Orange Technical College East Campus

An adult GED and ESOL program is being offered in the evenings at the new Orange Technical College (OTC) East Campus. The campus is located at 11550 Lokanotosa Trail, Orlando, Florida 32817. For more information, call 407-622-2988.

2025 - 2026 Leadership Team

Leadership Team

Principal: Mr. Jason Jimenez - jason.jimenez@ocps.net

Assistant Principal of Instruction: Ms. Carla Thomas - carla.thomas@ocps.net

Assistant Principal: Dr. Jessica Torres - jessica.torres@ocps.net