Greetings, Jets!
We’ve made it to the final week before the holiday break! As we wrap up the first half of the school year, we want to thank you for your continued support and partnership.
During this season, we encourage everyone to stay safe, enjoy time with loved ones, and take the opportunity to rest and recharge. Our hope is that students return in January refreshed and ready to finish the year strong!
From all of us at Legacy, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a Happy New Year!
Jason Jiménez
Principal
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As we prepare for the holiday break, we recognize that this time of year can bring both joy and challenges for many families. Jets families you are not alone. Below you will find some resources that are available to provide care and support whenever you need them.
Ms. Olivo, SAFE Coordinator
Here are a few resources that may be helpful:
A one-stop resource to help families and community members find social services and support programs. The site can be translated into more than 100 languages.
Families can explore the public Resiliency Canvas course, which includes helpful national, state, and local resources focused on building emotional strength and well-being.
Mental Health Support
Orange County Mental Health Mobile Crisis Services
Dial 211
If students are having suicidal ideation or feelings of self-harm or are in crisis
Therapists will respond to homes usually within 60 minutes
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 9-8-8
National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888
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On Saturday, December 13th, OCPS is partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank to distribute food at Lawton Chiles Elementary and seven other OCPS school locations. Each family will receive a box of dry goods, a box of produce, and a whole turkey. Event time runs from 9:00 am to 11:00 am or while supplies last. |
December 3rd - 18th
Annual Angel Tree Project (see below for details)
December 16th
SAC Meeting @ 6 pm
December 22nd - January 2nd
Winter Break
January 7th
Girls Basketball Tryouts
January 8th and 9th
Boys Basketball Tryouts
January 13th
SAC Meeting @ 6 pm
January 20th - 21st
Theater Spring Musical Auditions
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Iriana Pareja Corredor – Hardworking, polite, helpful to peers, and consistently earns strong grades.
Thomas Spink – Brings a positive, respectful attitude daily and supports classmates through leadership and kindness.
Alden Conrad – Quiet, respectful, hardworking, and maintains strong academic performance.
Chester D’Costa – Focused, hardworking, and consistently driven to learn and improve, setting a strong example for others.
Xavian Perez – Exceptionally polite, prompt with his work, pleasant in class, and always ready with a good‑natured joke.
Kaidin Clough – A natural leader who shows maturity, responsibility, and teamwork, creating a positive classroom environment.
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Basketball tryouts will begin January 7th, 2026. You must have an OCPS sports physical uploaded to Aktivate, a 2.5 GPA, and be a member of the YMCA to participate. Girls' tryouts will be held on January 7th from 4:30-5:30 pm, and Boys' Tryouts will be held on January 8th and 9th from 4:30-5:30 pm. If you have any questions, see Coach Watson or Coach Gacusan. |
The last day to apply for our Magnet and Scholastic Academy programs is Friday, December 19th.
Don’t let this chance slip away—applications must be submitted by the deadline for families to secure a spot in these highly sought-after programs.
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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We hope you had a wonderful holiday break!
We are excited to offer many special treats and opportunities for our students to celebrate before winter Break.
Holly Grams will go on sale for $1 before school and during lunch, Monday, December 15th, through Wednesday, December 17th, and be passed out on Friday, December 19th.
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Still not a member? You can join at
Your membership this month will help in our efforts to support families throughout the year. Membership does not require volunteering. If you would like to volunteer, please email us at LegacyMSPTSA@gmail.com
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Mr. Moreno is a 6th grade science teacher. One of his most memorable moments as a teacher is when he made a garden with his students. Mr. Moreno has two cats and teaches for fun. His favorite quote is, “You have two ears, one mouth, so listen twice as much as you speak.”
Interview by Presley and Gaby
Journalism 1 Class
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So far this year, 71% of our students have logged into Beanstack — a big improvement from last year’s 62%! Let’s keep the progress going and aim for that Trailblazer status!
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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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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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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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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