Welcome to Week 9 of the school year! Our momentum continues to build as we work together to support, inspire, and elevate every student on our campus. Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication to making this year exceptional.
Looking Back: Celebrating Community & Connection - PTSA Ice Cream Event Recap: A huge thank you to our incredible PTSA for putting on such a fantastic ice cream event for our students this past Friday night! It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces and sweet treats bringing our school community together. We deeply appreciate the hard work, planning, and volunteer hours that went into making the evening such a memorable success.
Academic Focus: Preparing for Report Cards - Upcoming Report Cards & Outstanding Work: Report cards will be coming out soon, making this a crucial time to review academic progress:
- Check Current Grades: Please take time to log into the portal with your student to review their current standing.
- Resolve Outstanding Items: If your student has any missing assignments, tests to make up, or outstanding projects, please work with them to get those completed as soon as possible.
- Partner with Teachers: Reach out directly to your child's teachers if you have questions or need guidance on how to best support your student before grades are finalized.
Campus Culture & Discipline: Conflict Resolution & Academic Focus - Strengthening Campus Climate Together: To keep our school moving in the right direction, maintain a disciplined environment, and keep the primary focus on education, we ask for your partnership at home:
- Discuss Conflict Resolution: Please take time to talk with your student about healthy ways to resolve peer disagreements, practice patience, and use peaceful communication.
- Utilize Campus Supports: Remind your student that our teachers, guidance counselors, and administrators are always here to mediate and support them whenever challenges arise.
- Protect the Learning Environment: When conflicts are handled constructively, our classrooms remain focused, positive spaces where all students can thrive academically.
Reminders & Daily Operations - Supervision Windows: As a reminder, campus supervision is available 30 minutes before school begins and 30 minutes after dismissal. Please ensure drop-offs and pick-ups occur within these times.
- Crosswalk Safety: Always use designated crosswalk areas when arriving on or leaving campus, and follow all crossing guard directions.
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to our students and school family. Let's make it another fantastic week!
Together we work, and together we grow.
Go Jets! |
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Parents, please fill out this Parental Consent 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
- World Showcase
- 8th Grade Field Day
We are providing you with one form for the school year to consolidate and streamline parental consent forms. This will benefit you so you will not be inundated with multiple requests.
The downloadable version of the OCPS Parental Consent for Student Participation in School-Sponsored Events, Activities, and Student Clubs can be found at the link here: General Parent Consent Form |
October 5th Girls Soccer Regional Final @ Avalon at 6:00 pm PTSA Board and Budget Meeting at 6:30 pm
October 16th - 23rd Scholastic Book Fair
October 20th Picture Day
October 21st Raising Cane's Spirit Night
October 26th - 30th Red Ribbon Week |
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We need volunteers to help out during Picture Day and our upcoming Book Fair. If you can spare some time to assist, please consider signing up for one or more time slots. As a reminder, all volunteers must be an approved Additions Volunteer with Legacy Middle School.
Thank you!
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Camp Healing Hearts is a free biannual grief camp hosted by AdventHealth Hospice for K-12 students who have lost a loved one. RSVP by Oct. 30 to receive the application link. For questions, please call 407-379-0497 or email Regina.Nimmo@AdventHealth.com |
Dear Legacy Families, Our students will be participating in Progress Monitoring Assessments (PMAs) on September 28-30 in the following courses:
- Grades 6-8 Science
- Civics
- Algebra
- Geometry
PMAs provide teachers and students with important information about academic progress and are aligned to the standards assessed on state testing.
To provide students with adequate time to demonstrate their learning, Legacy Middle School will follow a modified bell schedule during these testing days.
We encourage students to come prepared each day by getting plenty of rest, eating breakfast, and do their best.
Thank you for supporting our students as they continue to grow and achieve their academic goals. Warm regards,
Jennifer Ebert-Jones, M.Ed Testing Coordinator / ESOL Compliance Specialist Legacy Middle School Phone: 407.658.5330 Ext. 514-2513 |
Use this document to access your child's scores from the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) and various other statewide assessments. |
Don't miss out on capturing this year's memories! Legacy Middle School yearbooks are on sale now at the early bird price of just $35, a savings of $10 off the regular price.
Families can also make their yearbook even more special by purchasing personalization, which allows your student's name to be permanently stamped on the cover.
8th Grade Families: Celebrate your child's middle school journey with a Recognition Ad! Recognition ads provide a special opportunity to share a personalized message and photos honoring your 8th grader as they prepare for the next chapter.
Order early to take advantage of the discounted price and reserve your copy today! 📖 Early Bird Price: $35 (Save $10!) ✨ Personalization Available 🎓 8th Grade Recognition Ads Available Visit our yearbook ordering site for details and to place your order.
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Thank you for your continued support of Legacy Middle School! We are excited to invite you to take part in our upcoming Teach-In event on November 19th. During this special week, students have the opportunity to learn from community members and parents who generously share insights about their careers, hobbies, and unique life experiences.
Whether you choose to present, lead a hands-on activity, or simply share your story, your participation can make a lasting impact on our students.
Not planning to present but still want to contribute? We’re also seeking donations of food items or goody bag contents to show appreciation for our presenters.
If you're interested in being involved in Teach-In, please take a moment to complete this form. Thank you.
All individuals visiting campus must be approved Additions Volunteers for Legacy Middle School for the current school year. If you have not yet registered or renewed your volunteer status, please complete the application using the link below. Once you have selected the volunteer opportunity, log in to your Additions dashboard and watch the Safety Protocol Video in its entirety. Completion of the video is required for volunteer approval. |
We are excited to offer our 8th-grade students the opportunity to attend Gradventure on Friday, May 14, 2027. This exciting event serves as a celebration of students' accomplishments as they prepare to transition from middle school to high school.
✅ Eligibility Requirements Students must: - Have no Level 4 referrals
- Have no more than one Level 3 referral (administration reserves the right to determine eligibility based on the nature of the referral)
- Have no failing grades
Important Eligibility Information Please note that Gradventure is a privilege. Students are expected to maintain positive behavior and satisfactory academic performance throughout the school year.
A student's eligibility may be revoked after registration and payment if they: - Receive a Level 3 referral
- Receive a Level 4 referral
- Earn a failing grade
If a student becomes ineligible for Gradventure, no refunds will be issued.
🎟️ Cost and Inclusions The total cost of Gradventure is $195, which includes: - Admission ticket
- Gradventure t-shirt
- Drawstring bag
- One quick-service meal
- One beverage
💳 Payment Information - The payment link will be shared soon.
- Families may choose to make incremental payments rather than paying the full amount at one time.
- All payments must be paid in full by Friday, March 5, 2027.
- No exceptions can be made for late payments.
Please note: Gradventure is a special ticketed event hosted by Universal Orlando. Annual passes are not valid for admission, and all students and chaperones attending must purchase a Gradventure ticket through the school. No exceptions can be made by the school or the venue.
👩👦 Parent Chaperone Information We welcome parent involvement and appreciate those interested in serving as Gradventure chaperones.
To be considered as a chaperone, parents/guardians must: - Be registered and approved as an Additions Volunteer with Legacy Middle School.
- After you have been approved as an LMS Additions Volunteer, sign up for the Gradventure Volunteer Opportunity once it becomes available.
Please do not make any chaperone payments until you have received an email confirmation from Ms. Haynes indicating that you have been approved to volunteer for Gradventure.
Due to limited volunteer spaces, submitting a volunteer application does not guarantee selection as a chaperone. Additional details regarding volunteer responsibilities, payment information, and event expectations will be shared with approved chaperones.
We encourage families to regularly monitor student grades and behavior throughout the year to ensure eligibility is maintained. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with our 8th grade students and will share additional details, including the payment link, as they become available.
Thank you for your support in helping make this a memorable experience for our students.
Legacy Middle School Administration |
Our students are currently selling Domino's Slice the Price Cards and practicing and creating their own elevator pitches/ commercials in class. This activity supports the theater standard TH.68.H.2.1: Apply transferable theatre skills (public speaking, active listening, and collaboration) to non-theatre contexts. Through this experience, students are building confidence, professionalism, and real-world communication skills while raising funds for future theater projects. Monday, Oct. 5 is the last day to purchase!
Links to the videos are below. Please enjoy!
Why the Domino's Slice the Price Card is a Great Deal - Cards are $20 each
- $10 from every card sold goes directly to our theater program
- Buy one large pizza and receive a second large pizza FREE with the card
- Unlimited use through June 30, 2027
- Valid at participating Domino's locations nationwide
If your family enjoys pizza even a few times a year, the card can quickly pay for itself while supporting our students at the same time. We're hoping to raise enough money to purchase a class set of sewing machines for our puppetry and costume projects, giving students even more hands-on opportunities to create and learn.
If you'd like to support our students, or know someone who loves pizza, please consider sharing our fundraiser:
Thank you for supporting our young performers! Ms. Nieves
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Last Monday, the girls' soccer team advanced to the next round of playoffs with a big win over Lake Como with a score of 3 to 0. Then on Wednesday, they defeated Timber Springs with a score of 1 to 0 to advance to the regional final on Monday, October 5th. Come out to support the girls in their run for the county championship. The game will be held at Avalon Middle School at 6 pm. Tickets can be purchased on GOFAN. Cash will not be accepted at the gate.
The boys soccer team advanced to the next round of playoffs with a win over Arbor Ridge last week with a score of 2 to 0. Congratulations to the boys soccer team and Coach Herrera for an amazing season! The boys played an unbelievable game last Wednesday night but fell short at the final whistle. Job well done by all of our athletes. |
Due to overwhelming interest in Volleyball Intramurals, we will be sending out a new Sign Up Form each week until October. If students did not make the list this week but still want to play, keep an eye out for the new form releasing in Canvas Announcements that will close the following Monday! |
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! Get ready for an event made especially for middle schoolers, featuring the newest books, bestselling series, and beloved characters. Plus, every purchase earns funds for our school. The book fair opens on Friday, October 16th and will run through Friday, October 23rd.
In addition to the book fair coming to our school, you can shop online! Our school's online book fair will open on October 15th. Discover an expanded selection of exclusive books, new releases, value packs, and more. All orders ship direct to home. Book-only orders over $35 ship FREE.* |
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Your student can shop the Fair cash-free, you can set a limit, and family members can contribute. Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and to create an account today. |
Students, are you interested in Joining the SSYRA Battle of the Books Club?
If you'd like to participate in this year’s Battle of the Books Club, or even if you're just curious and want to learn more, please fill out the form below.
We’ll be holding an informational meeting on Thursday, October 13th starting at 4:15 in the Media Center after school. You must be signed up with YMCA to participate.
If you have any questions, feel free to stop by and see me in the Media Center! Ms. Haynes |
As students visit the library with their ELA classes, Ms. Haynes is notifying them of any overdue books on their accounts. To view the titles of books currently checked out, any overdue items, and the exact replacement cost, students can follow these steps: - Log in to LaunchPad.
- Open the Library Research Tools folder.
- Select Follett Destiny.
- Click My Stuff on the left-hand side of the screen.
Students who have overdue books checked out from Legacy Middle School have two options: - Return the book to the library.
- Pay the replacement fee through School Cash.
If the overdue book belongs to a school other than Legacy Middle School, you will need to contact that school directly for information about paying the fee through their School Cash system. However, books from other OCPS schools may be returned to the Legacy Media Center, and we will ensure they are sent back to the appropriate school.
Thank you for helping us keep our library collection available for all students! |
Log your reading minutes into Beanstack to earn badges and prizes! Find the Library Research Tools Folder in Launchpad and open the Beanstack app. Ms. Haynes will be giving out monthly prizes to readers with the most minutes, most books read, or those with the most badges.
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Students can access thousands of e-books and audiobooks through Sora. It’s available 24/7 via LaunchPad or by downloading the Sora app on any mobile device. It’s the easiest way to ensure a great book is always within reach. To log in to the Sora app:
- Click ‘I Have a Setup Code’ and put in the school setup code ‘OCPS’
- Sign in using Orange County Public Schools
- Log in to the Launchpad window with your regular OCPS username and password
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Our Birthday Sign is now up and ready to help you celebrate your student’s special day! 🎉
You can request the Birthday Sign for $25, and we will proudly display it with your student’s first name and last‑name initial, for more information please use the link below.
¡Nuestro Letrero de Cumpleaños ya está disponible y listo para ayudarles a celebrar el día especial de su estudiante! 🎉 Puede solicitar el Letrero de Cumpleaños por $25, y lo exhibiremos con el primer nombre y la inicial del apellido de su estudiante. Para más información, por favor utilice el enlace a continuación. Gracias por su apoyo.
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Parents and guardians can easily monitor their child's academic progress through Skyward, accessible via OCPS ClassLink. In addition, our Canvas Students and Families Course provides important school information, resources, and updates. For step-by-step instructions and access to additional parent resources, please visit the webpage linked below.
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A big thank you to our new members! We are looking forward to a few more bigger events this year and your support is greatly appreciated. If you haven't joined yet please take a moment to help us make a difference in our student community. Membership does not require volunteering. |
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.
*Reminder: 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.
- Morning Program: Begins at 7:00 AM and includes a small fee.
- 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: Mrs. Lauren Smith Assistant Principal of Instruction: Ms. Carla Thomas Assistant Principal: Mr. Joseph Cormier |
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