Greetings, Jets!
As Orange County Schools weigh enrollment strategies, we want to remind everyone of the incredible turnaround Legacy Middle School has achieved. From high-quality academics to a wide range of clubs, electives, and extracurricular programs, Legacy is now a place where students thrive and families feel proud.
We know that 32 families in our zone are currently homeschooling, and we encourage you to spread the word: enrolling at Legacy means more than just attending school—it means joining a community that has raised its standards and continues to grow stronger.
When all families zoned for Legacy come together, the benefits ripple outward: students gain richer experiences, the school builds momentum, and property values rise as our neighborhood schools flourish. Legacy Middle School is not just a building—it’s the institution we hold dear, the place where our children learn, grow, and discover their passions. By encouraging every family to be part of this journey, we solidify the foundation of excellence and community pride that makes Legacy unique.
Here’s how you can help:
- Talk to neighbors and friends who homeschool about the positive changes at Legacy.
- Share your own family’s experiences with Legacy’s programs, electives, and supportive environment.
- Advocate for the importance of a strong community school where every child has access to opportunities that prepare them for success.
We value your input! Please take a moment to share your feedback by completing the School Start Time Survey using the link below.
This year, families have two opportunities to receive holiday food donations through local community events. Details for each event can be found in this edition of Jets in Action.
Our next round of assessments is less than a month away! During the first week of December, students will take the PM2 FAST ELA and Math assessments, followed by Common Final Exams. Please review our testing calendar dates and ensure that your child is present.
Have a great week!
Jason Jiménez
Principal
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Beginning Tuesday, November 11, 2025, Orange County Public Schools invites all families and community members to participate in the School Start Times Survey to help the district decide whether to change school start times for High Schools and Elementary Schools. Your participation is important because it ensures all our families’ voices are heard in this process.
Florida Statute mandates that school districts set middle and high school start times later in the morning, unless the district can provide a report including how their students, employees, families, and community members feel about the change.
Research stresses the importance of middle and high school students getting enough sleep, and moving high school start times to later in the morning may help. The change would also mean that elementary students would start later in the morning than high school and middle school students, which could present challenges for our community.
You will receive a Parent Square email or text with the link to the survey. You can also use the QR code below. Please take a moment to answer the questions. The family survey is available in English, Spanish (Español), Portuguese (Português), Haitian Creole (Kreyòl), Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt), and Arabic (عربي).
The survey begins November 11, 2025, and closes on November 21, 2025.
For additional information on changes to school schedules and scientific research on adequate sleep for middle and high school students, click here.
The survey is anonymous, which means no one will know how you answered the questions, so please provide honest, thoughtful feedback.
For additional questions or information, please email Jason Jimenez @ jason.jimenez@ocps.net.
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Boone High School Magnet Night |
The Criminal Justice, Finance, and Law Magnet offers three programs, each with the primary goal of college preparation with career exploration. Criminal Justice explores careers at the local, state and federal levels of law enforcement, corrections and private security. Students earn seven hours college credit for the three criminal justice classes. Finance is a four-year program for students with a professional career interest in business. Law provides a basic knowledge of criminal, civil and constitutional law and judicial proceedings. Career-related guest speakers, field trips, mentors, job shadowing and internship opportunities are part of the magnet. Students throughout the Orange County School District may apply for this magnet. |
We are pleased to announce that the Office of School Choice will host the Magnet and Scholastic Academy Virtual Fair beginning October 20, 2025. This event will showcase the district’s diverse array of Magnet and Scholastic Academy programs and provide families with essential information about unique opportunities available across our district. The virtual fair will be accessible through the School Choice website.
Magnet Programs have been established at elementary, middle and high schools to provide an opportunity for students to engage in intensive study in specific areas. Magnets offer the opportunity for students to discover their talents and explore their interests while focusing on academic rigor.
Magnet Goals
- Provide students the opportunity to exceed challenging state academic and achievement standards
- Promote student diversity through choice
- Enhance equitable access for all students to high quality education
- Strengthen student knowledge of academic subjects that will lead to increased student acquisition of marketable career, technological and professional skills for informed career decisions
Magnet and Scholastic Academy Process
The application period for enrollment in Magnet and Scholastic Academy programs for the 2026-2027 school year will be open from October 13 through December 19, 2025.
Are you interested in having your child learn financial literacy, investing, insurance as well as the billion-dollar esport industry?
Families with questions about Magnet or Scholastic Academy are encouraged to contact the Office of School Choice by visiting our website, emailing MagnetOffice@ocps.net, or calling 407-317-3484
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E-Scooters and E-Bikes have become a common mode of transportation for many students across Orange County. With this increase in use, OCPS has seen a rise in accidents involving students traveling to and from school on these devices.
If your students ride an E-Scooter or E-Bike to school, please take time to review safety procedures with them and ensure they understand the rules and regulations that apply. Safe riding practices help protect not only your student but also others on the road and sidewalks.
According to Florida Fire Prevention Code 10.10.2, anything considered a “Source of ignition” should remain outside of the school building. Lithium batteries that power these scooters are a source of ignition.
Attached are helpful resources, including:
Safety Reminders for Families:
• Helmets are strongly encouraged (and required by law for riders under 16).
• Riders should obey all traffic signals and posted signs.
• Riders should dismount their E-Scooter or E-Bike before crossing a crosswalk.
• E-Scooters and E-Bikes must follow the same rules as bicycles on the road.
• Devices should not be operated on school campuses unless specifically permitted.
• Students should never ride with multiple passengers unless the device is designed for it.
• Night riding requires lights and reflective gear for visibility.
If you have questions, please reach out to the Office of Occupational Safety and Health at OfficeofSafety@ocps.net
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Parents, please fill out this form to indicate whether or not you approve of your child attending, participating in, and experiencing any activities Legacy Middle School plans for our students' entertainment, experience, and learning opportunities both during and after school through the end of the school year. If you would like your child to opt out of any upcoming events or activities, please indicate which activities in the last question of this form.
Per Florida Rule 6A-10.089, we are required to obtain parental consent regarding all school-sponsored events and activities.
Some of our upcoming events and activities include, but are not limited to:
- Honor Roll Assemblies
- Teach-In, November
- Prism, December
- Author Visits
We know that our community appreciates efficiency. That's why we're providing you with one form for the rest of this school year to consolidate and streamline parental consent forms like we did last year. This will benefit you so you will not be inundated with multiple requests.
The OCPS Parental Consent for Student Participation in School-Sponsored Events, Activities, and Student Clubs can be found in the link here: General Parent Consent Form
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November 17th
Legacy Volleyball vs Timber Springs
November 19th
Legacy Volleyball vs Discovery
November 20th
Teach-In
December 2nd
FAST ELA PM2
December 4th
FAST Math PM2
December 5th
Winter Dance Showcase
December 8th and 9th
PMAs 2 and CFE S1
December 16th
SAC Meeting
December 22nd - January 2nd
Winter Break
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December Testing Schedule |
Location: 15175 E. Colonial Drive (Look for the “Firewood for Sale” sign at the entrance)
Time: 4:00 PM – Gathering & Supper
A very special Sunday Supper will be hosted by a local ministry on Sunday, November 23rd. While they serve meals every Sunday, this one stands out!
They will be serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, and every guest will receive two full take-home meals.
🎁 TOY SIGN-UP EVENT
This Sunday also marks their annual toy sign-up! Every child will receive three toys of their choice, distributed at a future Sunday Supper in December. All parents need to do is sign up—no cost involved. Toys are generously provided by St. Luke’s and other sponsors.
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Second Harvest's holiday food distribution will take place on Saturday, December 13th, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Each family will receive a generous package that includes a box of dry goods, a box of fresh produce, and a whole frozen turkey. Each school has enough food to support 250 families, and their goal is to ensure that every box is given to those in need.
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We have a unique opportunity for our students in 6th – 12th grade. The theatrical production of POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance (PSC), based on the award-winning book, is partnering with the Foundation for Orange County Public Schools’ Partners in Education program to launch a one-of-a-kind Design Your Own Costume Contest.
The winning student’s design will be brought to life by the PSC costume designers and technicians and featured onstage as part of the POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance holiday cirque show at Gaylord Palms Resort; it will also be incorporated into the company’s future Broadway production.
If students are interested in submitting a design, please see Ms. Nieves.
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Submission Deadline: November 20
- Winner Announced: December 1
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Winning student: 4 complimentary tickets to see the show when their costume debuts
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Winning teacher: 2 complimentary tickets
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Come out to support our Jets Volleyball Team! Purchase tickets on the GoFan website. |
Mr. Jason Bunch, Math teacher and basketball trainer/coach, motivating students with impactful basketball tips and life lessons during Basketball Intramurals at Legacy Middle School gym, November 12 |
As PTA's Healthy Lifestyle Month continues we'd like to highlight Children's Grief Awareness Day on November 20th. It is estimated that 1 in 11 children experience the death of a parent or sibling by age 18. But grief in childhood isn't limited to death. Children and adolescents may grieve due to divorce, incarceration, foster care placement, or other significant losses. Grief doesn't just affect children at home but can negatively impact learning.
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We are looking forward to Thanksgiving Break and a busy December! The next surprise and delight is for our PTSA student members! In order to receive a special holiday treat your student must be a PTSA member.
Membership is $5.00 and goes to fund PTSA student and teacher support and events.
Holiday treats will be offered to members in early December.
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Ms. Bedford, an 8th grade pre-algebra teacher, loves math and taught some of her friends due to their love of math. Some teachers have many memorable experiences. Ms. Bedford’s favorite memorable moments are watching her students understand the concept and seeing many of her students grow. She loves to go to UHS to see many of her former students and goes to many high school events.
Teachers are very busy sometimes and sometimes need a vacation. Ms. Bedford states that her favorite vacation is Thailand. Although she's been there before, she loves experiencing their culture and visiting many places there as well as eating new foods. Over the years of teaching some teachers love a quote that always sticks with them. Ms. Bedford’s memorable quote is, “What you put your mind to, you can do.” Something Ms. Bedford would change about Legacy would be to bring everyone together into an even more connected community and take part together.
Interview by Cali and Hannah
Journalism 1 Class
Click here to see a video of the interview with Ms. Bedford.
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LMS staff held a baby shower for Mrs. Bedford last week to celebrate baby Jaxon, our newest Jet. During the event, Mrs. Bedford recorded a short message for her students.
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Congratulations to the top 10 readers in Ms. Zayas-Vargas' 1st Period Reading Class. They completed all their activities last week with a percentage higher than 90%.
- Xiusen Lin
- 2.Hector A. Pacheco
- 3.Gustavo D. Lamas
- 4.Amar D. Neance
- 5.Fasen Lin
- 6. Sulianys Machado Pagan
- 7. Christopher S.Wills
- 8. Jeydeson Berihuete Santana
- 9. Alexander Lazarre
- 10. Mia M.Moncada
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Student's in Mr. Zissis's 6th grade world history class participated in a Reader's Theater activity to review Ancient Egypt by acting out the Curse of the Mummy's Homework! |
On Monday, November 10th, our Orange County Public Library Liaison from the Chickasaw Branch collaborated with two of our ELA classes and the Journalism class to craft fictional Autumn-themed headlines and news stories. The creativity on display from our Legacy students was truly impressive!
Some of the headlines included:
- Radioactive Shrimp Found at Walmart
- Record-Breaking Hurricane Hits Florida - Shark Gets Launched into Man's Pool
- Ratched Rocket Roller Coaster Left Pedestrians Dangling
- The Great Pumpkin Smasher!
- The Kiwi Did What!
- Food Festival Food Fight
- Burger Burgler
- Florida Man Fights Alligator for Food
- Gliding into a Second Chance
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The library buzzes with activity every morning before school! Students are invited to read, check out books, play games, work on puzzles, and spend time with friends. The students pictured below recently completed this puzzle in just a few days—great teamwork! |
We’ve already logged over 80,000 minutes toward our 100,000-minute goal—amazing progress! Let’s keep the momentum going and hit that milestone together. Keep reading, Legacy! 📚✨
Coming Soon:
Get ready—Let’s Read OCPS returns this January! Stay tuned for more details coming your way soon.
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We’re excited to be adding new titles to our school library collection! In accordance with OCPS and Florida state guidelines, Media Specialists are required to share book purchase lists with stakeholders. Attached are the lists for our upcoming orders. Your input and feedback are welcome and appreciated as we continue to build a diverse and engaging library for our students.
The Junior Library Guild list shows all categories available but we are only ordering books from the Upper Elementary/Middle, Nonfiction Middle, Graphic Novels Middle Plus, Biographies Middle Plus, and Spanish Middle.
The Lists can be found HERE. |
Don’t miss out on the Early Bird discount—purchase your yearbook today!
The special pricing is available until December 19th, so act fast!
Attention 8th Grade Parents:
You also have the opportunity to purchase a personalized ad to celebrate your student’s accomplishments and their final year in middle school.
School ID: 1169972
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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.
Please be sure to log into your Dashboard to watch the Safety Protocol Video so your application will be approved.
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School Cash Online is now the official payment platform for all school-related transactions, replacing School Pay. Whether you're paying for a field trip, making a class donation, or settling a device fine, all payments will now be processed through School Cash Online.
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Reminder: State-Mandated Cell Phone Policy 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.. |
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Any student on campus before 9:00 AM or staying after school for activities such as clubs, performing arts, sports, or other events must be signed into the YMCA program.
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Morning Program: Begins at 7:00 AM and includes a small fee.
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After School Zone: Free for all participants and offers homework support, snacks, meals, and a variety of engaging activities each day.
Attendance is flexible—students are not required to attend daily and can participate according to your family's schedule and preferences.
Thank you for your continued support!
Morning Site Supervisor:
Ciara Medrano - Cmedrano@cfymca.org
Afternoon Site Supervisors:
Witney Sherry - WSherry@cfymca.org
Susan Fray - SFray@cfymca.org
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Principal: Mr. Jason Jimenez
Assistant Principal of Instruction: Ms. Carla Thomas
Assistant Principal: Dr. Jessica Torres
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