Greetings, Jets!
We’re thrilled to share that both of our soccer teams triumphed over Discovery last week! The boys' team delivered a strong 2–0 win, while the girls' team edged out a 1–0 victory. As the boys head into the playoffs, let’s keep the energy high and continue cheering them on!
Last week, Legacy had the privilege of hosting two inspiring guest presenters: Shawn Welcome, Orlando’s Poet Laureate, and performing artist Ada Pla Luz. We’re honored to have them share their talents with our students.
This Monday and Tuesday, students in Science, Civics, Algebra, and Geometry will be taking the PMA assessments. Please remind students that these are computer-adaptive tests, meaning the difficulty of each question adjusts based on the student's previous responses. Because of this, students should work through the test in order and avoid skipping around.
Finally, thank you for your continued support and partnership. Together, we’re helping our students grow, thrive, and shine!
Have a great week!
Jason Jiménez
Principal
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On Friday, October 10th, we’ll be recognizing students who scored a 3, 4, or 5 on their FAST and PMA assessments in Science 8, Civics, Algebra I, and Geometry.
🎉 To celebrate their achievement, we will be hosting an Ice Cream Social for all qualifying students.
Congratulations to all for your hard work and achievement!
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On Thursday, October 30th, we will honor students who earned a 4.0 GPA for the first quarter with a special celebratory breakfast.
Parents are invited to join their child for this recognition event.
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September 29th & 30th
PMA Quarter 1 (Science 6th 7th 8th, Civics, Algebra 1 & Geometry)
October 6th
Flying Jets - Basketball Club Interest Meeting 6pm - 7pm
October 7th
SAC Meeting 6 pm in the Media Center
October 8th
Jeremiah's Spirit Night
October 14th
Picture Day
October 16th
Chick-fil-A Spirit Night 5 pm - 8 pm
Future Flight Crew Night 6 pm - 7 pm
October 15th - 24th
Scholastic Book Fair
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📚 Join Us at the Book Fair! We're excited to welcome volunteers to be a part of this year's book fair. Your support helps make the event a success—and it's a great way to connect with the community and share the joy of reading.
If you're interested in lending a hand, please take a moment to review the available time slots and sign up using the link below. Every bit of help counts, and we truly appreciate your time and enthusiasm!
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We are excited to invite you to be part of this year’s Teach-In event. Each November, schools across the country welcome community members, professionals, and parents to help spark curiosity and broaden students’ horizons by sharing insights into careers, talents, and life experiences.
This year’s event will take place on Thursday, November 20th, and we would be honored to have you join us. Whether you’d like to give a presentation, lead an interactive activity, or simply share your journey, your involvement can leave a meaningful impression 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 participating or supporting the event, please fill out the form below. We look forward to learning from you!
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🚌 A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Bus Drivers. We deeply appreciate our dedicated bus drivers for ensuring our students travel safely to and from school every day. Your commitment and care make a world of difference! |
Kudos to both of our soccer teams for their victories over Discovery last week! The boys dominated with a 2–0 win, while the girls secured a hard-fought 1–0 triumph. Let’s keep the momentum going and rally behind our boys' team as they head into the playoffs!
Photos below: 8th graders and the girls' soccer team and coaches
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A few of the boys' soccer team members celebrated their win after the game at our Partner in Education, Lechonera. |
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Students from Ms. Zayas-Vargas’ Reading class, Ms. Nieves’ Drama class, and Ms. Haynes’ Journalism class took part in a dynamic Poetry Workshop led by Orlando’s Poet Laureate, Shawn Welcome. This engaging experience sparked creativity and self-expression among our students. The workshop concluded with a special field trip last Friday evening to the Celebrating Hispanic Voices performance at the Dr. Phillips Center—an honor, as Legacy is one of only three middle schools invited to attend. Adding to the excitement, three of our students had the opportunity to share their voices by reading original poems live on stage. |
This week in PE, students learned life-saving skills by participating in CPR training. They practiced proper techniques for chest compressions and learned how to respond in emergency situations. It was a valuable and empowering experience that emphasized the importance of being prepared to help others. |
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The basketball interest meeting will take place on October 6, 2025, in the Media Center from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm.
Our Middle School Basketball Club helps students build basketball skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship while having fun. We combine skill development with scrimmages and competitive games against other schools. Whether you’re new to basketball or preparing for team play, this club offers a supportive and exciting environment for all players.
Sports physical due in Aktivate by October 20, 2025, in order to begin participation in workouts.
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📚 Empowering Student Readers and Researchers!
Last week, Ms. Haynes kicked off a series of engaging visits to ELA classrooms, introducing students to the powerful digital resources available in the Library Research Tools Folder on Launchpad. These tools are designed to support both academic research and recreational reading:
- 🔍 Florida Electronic Library (FEL/Gale): A trusted source for research and reference materials
- 📖 Follett Destiny: Explore our school library catalog and dive into eBooks and audiobooks
- 🎧 Sora: Access a wide selection of eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines
- 📈 Beanstack: Track reading minutes and build healthy reading habits
✨ Reading Rewards! To spark even more excitement around reading, we’re launching a monthly incentive program. Students who log their reading minutes in Beanstack will be eligible for fun rewards and recognition. It’s a great way to celebrate literacy and encourage a lifelong love of books—one page at a time!
So far, we've logged over 20,000 minutes toward our 100,000-minute goal—let’s keep the momentum going!
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📚 Great news—our SSYRA books are here!
On Tuesday, October 7th, Ms. Haynes will host an interest meeting for the Battle of the Books Club in the Media Center during all lunch periods. If you're excited to dive into this year's SSYRA titles and enjoy a little friendly competition, come learn more about the club and how you can get involved!
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Take advantage of the early bird discount and purchase your yearbook now! If you have students involved in extracurricular activities and take pictures, please share them with Kristen Haynes in Parent Square. We may use them in the yearbook!
8th Grade Parents, you have the option to purchase an ad for your student to celebrate their accomplishments and last year in middle school.
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Welcome and thank you to all our new members! We only need ONE more member to reach our September Membership Month Goal! Anyone can be a member, from Grandparents to students to neighbors! Membership does not require volunteering, but it helps provide support to our school community.
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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.
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If we can secure a minimum purchase order of 100 shirts, we will have them delivered to Legacy for $25/shirt and zero shipping! Each shirt is a custom order. Take a look at the shirts below. The first mock up is what the vendor says they can create for us. The second mock up with the white background is what our staff wears.
We'd love to have you, our community, show your Legacy pride with a purchase of one these custom shirts!
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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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📢 Join the Legacy Middle Community Group on ParentSquare!
Click the ParentSquare icon to connect with fellow LMS families and stay informed about everything happening at Legacy Middle School.
🎓 Current JIA recipients — please help us spread the word by sharing this link with others who may benefit. Expanding our reach means a stronger, more connected community!
📅 In this group, you'll find:
- Weekly updates on school events and activities
- Occasional volunteer opportunities
- Easy access to our school calendar via the LMS website
🔊 If you're reading the Jets in Action for the first time this school year, welcome! The Jets in Action serves not as a way to learn about what is taking place on campus, it's a fantastic way to engage with our audience who have a material interest in our students, staff, and community.
Let’s stay connected and make Legacy Middle even stronger—together!
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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.
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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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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