Welcome to Another Exciting Week in Quarter 2!
We are officially another week closer to Thanksgiving break! As we head into this stretch of the season, our focus remains on finishing strong, keeping our academic momentum high, and maintaining a positive, orderly campus environment. Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Academic Focus: Finishing Strong Before Break - Countdown to Thanksgiving Break: With Thanksgiving break fast approaching, these next few weeks are critical for keeping students focused and engaged.
- Completing Missing Assignments: Please take time this week to review the online portal with your child. We encourage all students to connect with their teachers and turn in any outstanding or missing assignments to ensure their grades reflect their hard work and progress.
Campus Expectations: Punctuality & On-Time Class Transitions - Focus on On-Time Arrivals: Our staff and administration have been actively working with students on getting to class on time. Maximizing every minute of instructional time starts with being in the classroom before the tardy bell rings.
- Family Support Requested: We ask families to support us at home by reinforcing the importance of promptness during passing periods. Arriving on time avoids unnecessary disruptions, builds great lifelong habits, and keeps our hallways and classrooms running smoothly.
Important Reminders & Daily Operations - Community Parking Courtesy: A reminder for pick-up and drop-off: Please do not park in handicap spaces or spots directly in front of the bank across the street, as these are reserved for bank customers.
- Proactive Safety & Communication: Remind your student that if they "hear something, say something" to a teacher, guidance counselor, or administrator so our team can support resolving issues early.
- Supervision Windows & Crosswalk Safety: Campus supervision is available 30 minutes before school starts and 30 minutes after dismissal. Please ensure students always use designated crosswalks when arriving or leaving.
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to our students, staff, and campus family. Let me know if we can support your student in any way! Together we work, and together we grow.
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 |
November 13th University HS Counselors on Campus
November 19th Teach-In Connectivity Day
November 23rd - 27th Thanksgiving Break
December 1st FAST PM2 ELA
December 2nd PMA 2 & CFE Periods 1 & 6
December 3rd PMA 2 & CFE Periods 2, 5, & 7
December 4th PMA 2 & CFE Periods 3 & 4
December 8th FAST PM2 Math, Algebra, Geometry |
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We invite your students and families to Boone High School's Annual Magnet Open House on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM in our Performing Arts Center. This is a great opportunity for prospective students and their families to learn more about our magnet programs, meet teachers and current students, and explore the opportunities available at Boone.
Forever Brave, Laurie Stanton MS Magnet Coordinator/Magnet School Counselor Boone High School Orange County Public Schools 1000 E Kaley Street, Orlando, FL 32806 407-893-7228 |
Hello Jets! Connectivity Day: Thursday, November 19, 2026 Parents/Guardians and students, we would like to share some information about an exciting upcoming event – our first Connectivity Day! This event will provide students with an opportunity to connect with staff and peers through engaging, interest-based activities. Teachers will be hosting sessions individually, partnering with colleagues to facilitate a session, or incorporating a Teach-In speaker for this activity. This is a fun opportunity to explore something that students are interested in learning more about. Please note: - Students, please sign up for your preferred session topic on the ”Legacy Connectivity Day Session Sign Up”.
- Use your student ID number.
- Choose a session topic that interests you. This will take you to the sessions available under that topic.
- You can hit the back button to choose another session topic to explore if you want to see more sessions. You can do these to explore the various topics before you choose a session and submit.
- You can only submit once and will not be able to change it afterwards.
- Space is limited per session – First come, first served.
- Please note: Students need to be signed into their OCPS Google account to access the form.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Draggon or Ms. Study. angira.draggon@ocps.net martina.study@ocps.net
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Dear Parents and Guardians, At Legacy Middle School, we are committed to helping every student succeed. One of the ways we monitor student learning and growth is through the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST). FAST assessments are Florida's statewide assessments for Reading and Mathematics and are administered throughout the school year.
What is FAST? FAST measures how well students are learning the Florida Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) Standards in Reading and Mathematics. The assessments are computer-based and adapt to each student's responses, providing valuable information about their progress.
When Do Students Take FAST? Students participate in three Progress Monitoring assessments each year: - PM1 (Beginning of the Year): Provides a starting point and baseline measure of student learning.
- PM2 (Middle of the Year): Measures growth and progress since PM1.
- PM3 (End of the Year): Measures how well students have mastered grade-level standards and is used for school accountability purposes.
Why Is FAST Important? FAST results help teachers: - Monitor student growth throughout the year
- Identify strengths and areas where students may need additional support
- Make informed instructional decisions
- Celebrate student progress and achievement
These assessments are just one measure of your child's academic growth and provide important information that helps us support their success.
How Can Families Help? A few simple steps can help students feel confident and prepared on testing days: ✅ Get a good night's sleep ✅ Eat a healthy breakfast ✅ Arrive at school on time ✅ Encourage your child to do their best and stay positive
Most importantly, remind your child that a test score does not define them. We encourage students to approach testing with confidence, perseverance, and a positive attitude. We're Proud of Our Students! We appreciate your partnership in supporting your child's education. Together, we can help every student reach their full potential.
Just a reminder regarding electronic devices: Cell Phone / Wireless Communication Device Policy for Students from the OCPS Code of Conduct: |
Legacy's Builders Club participated in Trunk or Treat at Lawton Chiles Elementary on Wednesday, October 28th. |
Student fall portraits that were purchased have been delivered to the school and will be distributed by ELA teachers. If you ordered photos, your student should receive them sometime this week.
Picture retakes are scheduled for Tuesday, November 17. Additional information regarding retakes will be shared as the date approaches. |
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. This sale ends December 18th!
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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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.
Permission slips are now available from your child's ELA teacher. Extra copies may also be obtained from the Media Center. A copy of the permission slip is attached for parents and guardians to review. Please take a moment to review the information with your student and return the completed permission slips to Ms. Haynes in the Media Center or to the front office.
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If you are interested in being a chaperone, the cost will be $195, which includes the same features as the students. The number of chaperones we can take will be limited and is first come, first served. Chaperones must be over the age of 23.
- Please update or complete your ADDitions Volunteer application, for the current school year, no later than Friday, March 5, 2027. Please make sure you select “#1 Become a 2026-27 Additions school Volunteer with Legacy Middle” on the volunteer website.
- After you have been approved, please attach yourself to the Legacy Middle 8th Grade Gradventure at Universal Studios opportunity to indicate your interest in being a chaperone for Gradventure. Once approved, chaperones will receive the School Cash payment link.
Please note: You must watch the Safety Protocol video, in its entirety, in order to be approved. All applications must be approved by OCPS.
All students, as well as chaperones, will need to ride in the transportation provided by the school. No separate admittance to the park is permitted by Universal Studios. |
Hello Jet Families, I wanted to make current students and families aware of an exciting opportunity for next school year. Students interested in the OCPS Magnet and Scholastic Academy Program (Personal Finance/Esports strand only) must apply during this year's application window, as enrollment is limited.
The OCPS Magnet and Scholastic Academy application officially opens on October 13 at 9:00 a.m. Students interested in joining the program are encouraged to apply as soon as the application becomes available.
Please note that the application window is only open for a short period of time (approximately one week). Families are encouraged to submit applications promptly to ensure their student is considered.
Current students who have already been approved and accepted into the program do not need to reapply. Your current approval will remain valid and will be honored for next school year.
Please be advised that the goal of the Scholastic Academy is to maintain enrollment with 100% approved students who have demonstrated an interest in and commitment to the program's focus areas. As a result, available seats are limited, and priority will be given to students who complete the application process and meet program requirements.
The Personal Finance and Esports Scholastic Academy Program provides students with opportunities to develop financial literacy, career readiness, teamwork, leadership, critical thinking, and technology skills through engaging, real-world learning experiences. If you have any questions regarding the application process or the program, please feel free to contact me.
Thank you for your continued support.
Sincerely, Ms. Fray Legacy Middle School Personal Finance & Esports Scholastic Academy |
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.
- 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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