Welcome to the Start of Quarter 2!
We have officially made it through the firsts of this school year, and our momentum continues to thrive! Thank you for your continued partnership as we enter this exciting next chapter of our academic year.
Academic Focus: Data-Driven Instruction for Q2
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Leveraging Data for Student Success: As we begin the second quarter, our teachers are utilizing data from our recent progress monitoring assessments to adjust and tailor instruction.
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Targeted Support: By identifying exactly where our students excel and where they need extra support, we can ensure every lesson moves our campus in a positive direction and meets each child's unique needs.
Campus Safety & Culture: Proactive Conflict Resolution
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"If You Hear Something, Say Something": We are continuing our campus-wide focus on healthy conflict resolution. Please reinforce with your student the importance of reaching out to a trusted adult on campus (a teacher, guidance counselor, or administrator) if they hear about or experience a potential disagreement.
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Early Intervention: When students share information early, our staff can step in and support resolving issues peacefully before actions occur. Working together, we can maintain a safe, respectful, and distraction-free learning environment for everyone.
Important Reminders:
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Bank Community Partners: A friendly reminder to families who park at the bank across the street during pick-up: The bank owner has kindly requested that parents do not park in handicap spaces or the spots directly in front of the bank entrance.
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Crosswalk Safety: Always use designated crosswalk areas when arriving on or leaving campus, and follow all crossing guard directions.
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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.
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On-Campus YMCA Extended Care: For families needing childcare outside of standard supervision hours, our on-site YMCA program is here to help. Please contact the main office if you need registration forms or help signing up.
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to our students, staff, and campus community. Let's make Quarter 2 our best one yet!
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
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October 9th - November 9th
Fall Food Drive
October 16th - 23rd
Scholastic Book Fair
October 20th
Picture Day
October 21st
Raising Cane's Spirit Night
October 26th - 30th
Red Ribbon Week
November 3rd
Voting in the Media Center
November 19th
Teach-In
Connectivity Day
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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
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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.
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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.
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
- Students should submit their permission slip before making any payments.
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School Cash Link for Student Payments (Chaperones have a separate payment link.)
- 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.
Chaperones who have been approved to volunteer for Gradventure will receive an email confirmation from Ms. Haynes that includes the Gradventure Chaperone School Cash link.
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
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The Student Government Association (SGA) gives students a voice and acts as a means of collaboration for students, faculty, and administration. At Legacy, our SGA is responsible for planning events, running concession booths at school events, holding elections for student body representatives, working with other school organizations, and making decisions about daily life at school.
Our interest & info meeting will be held Wednesday, October 21st from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm. We will continue to meet every other week on Wednesdays.
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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 4:30 pm 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
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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!
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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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Through our partnership with the Orange County Library System, all students and teachers have access to a Virtual Library Card (VLC). This grants 24/7 access to educational digital resources.
Some of the top VLC resources to support student success include:
• BrainFuse: Free, live on-demand tutoring (2 p.m. – 11 p.m. daily), plus a writing lab and practice tests.
• Mango and Rocket Languages: Learn a foreign language with an emphasis on conversational learning.
• Novelist Plus: Discover book recommendations based on your interests, Lexile score, age, and more.
• Science Online: From astronomy to zoology, get information about science experiments, and more
Students can access their Virtual Library Card in Canvas in the Library Research Tools folder.
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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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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.
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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: Mrs. Lauren Smith
Assistant Principal of Instruction: Ms. Carla Thomas
Assistant Principal: Mr. Joseph Cormier
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