A new state law -- House Bill 1105, which was signed into law on July 1 -- stipulates how and when students can use personal electronic devices during the school day in an effort to support focused learning in all Florida public school classrooms. The law says:
• Elementary and middle school students may not use a cell phone or other personal electronic device at any time during the school day.
• High School students may use cell phones and other personal electronic devices during instructional time only if a teacher gives permission for educational purposes.
• Exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis for students with an IEP, specific health needs, or English language learners (ELL).
Our Code of Student Conduct has been updated to reflect this law. See the Code of Student Conduct at this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RZS1-ppNFeQ_vSnOamPTlz0voX11U5Bs/view?usp=sharing . Thank you for working with us to create and maintain more focused learning environments for our students.
📣 Get Involved at Gray Middle School! 🐊
We are looking for parents and guardians who want to make a difference and support our students, staff, and school community for the 2026–2027 school year!
Join us for our final PTO meeting of the year, where we will also be holding elections for next year’s PTO Board.
📅 Thursday, April 16
⏰ 6:00–6:30 PM
📍 Gray Middle School Media Center
Whether you’re interested in a leadership role or just want to stay connected and help with events throughout the year, we welcome you!
✔ Support student programs and events
✔ Have a voice in school initiatives
✔ Build connections with staff and families
No experience needed—just a willingness to help!
👉 Come learn more and consider joining our PTO team!
We are looking for parents and guardians who want to make a difference and support our students, staff, and school community for the 2026–2027 school year!
Join us for our final PTO meeting of the year, where we will also be holding elections for next year’s PTO Board.
📅 Thursday, April 16
⏰ 6:00–6:30 PM
📍 Gray Middle School Media Center
Whether you’re interested in a leadership role or just want to stay connected and help with events throughout the year, we welcome you!
✔ Support student programs and events
✔ Have a voice in school initiatives
✔ Build connections with staff and families
No experience needed—just a willingness to help!
👉 Come learn more and consider joining our PTO team!
Congratulations to our 7th graders that earned Honor Roll for the third grading period. We are proud of you! 🐊
Congratulations to our 6th grade students who earned Honor Roll for the 3rd Grading Period! We are so very proud of you! Keep up the great work! 🐊
Join us for Gray Middle School’s Incoming 6th Grade Parent Night on Tuesday, April 14th from 6:00–7:00 PM!
All incoming 6th-grade and new students for the 2026–2027 school year are welcome to attend this event to learn about academics, electives, and student supports, followed by a student-led campus tour. This is a great opportunity to explore our school, meet staff, and learn what it means to be a Gator!
We look forward to welcoming our future students and families to The Swamp!
All incoming 6th-grade and new students for the 2026–2027 school year are welcome to attend this event to learn about academics, electives, and student supports, followed by a student-led campus tour. This is a great opportunity to explore our school, meet staff, and learn what it means to be a Gator!
We look forward to welcoming our future students and families to The Swamp!
Autism Awareness Month is here!
Congratulations to our April Gators of the Month! We are proud of you! 🐊
Congratulations to Ms. Harris! She found the golden egg in the courtyard this morning. Have a nice weekend, everyone!
Thank you to Mr. Commerford for recapping our learning from this year and thank you to all of our teachers that led learning this year! It's been a great experience learning from each other. 🐊
Today we were able to celebrate just a few fabulous members of our staff. Congratulations to our Teachers of the Month - Ms. Rivera and Ms. Dubey as well as
our Support Staff of the Month - Ms. Johnson. Thank you all you do! 🐊
Parents,
Our annual Athletic Ceremony will be April 28th from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Light refreshments will be available afterwards. We look forward to celebrating our Gators!
Our annual Athletic Ceremony will be April 28th from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Light refreshments will be available afterwards. We look forward to celebrating our Gators!
Florida Prepaid's annual Open Enrollment period is underway, offering families an opportunity to lock in future college costs at today's plan prices. The earlier you begin saving, the greater the long-term benefit. Take advantage of these improvements and secure your child's future today with a Florida Prepaid 529 Plan. Enroll now at https://bit.ly/4q2cpCD .
Florida Prepaid's annual Open Enrollment period is underway, offering families an opportunity to lock in future college costs at today's plan prices. The earlier you begin saving, the greater the long-term benefit. Take advantage of these improvements and secure your child's future today with a Florida Prepaid 529 Plan. Enroll now at https://bit.ly/4q2cpCD .
April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! The Month of the Military Family provides communities with an opportunity to honor and share gratitude for the service of military children. This year, we invite you to “Purple Up!” on April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Students and staff in schools across Florida are encouraged to participate in this celebration of the courage of military families and to honor their hard work.
Our March PBIS Event was such a hit! Mr. Tarquine and our theater students performed Rotten Apples. The performance was fantastic! Come out and see the whole play April 15th, 16th, and 17th. Way to go Gators! 🐊 🎉
Gators-Don’t roll in tomorrow unprepared 😅
Tonight’s checklist:
• Charge your Chromebook
• Pack your charger
• Get some sleep
Come in ready — BEST Writing is tomorrow 3/31/26!
Tonight’s checklist:
• Charge your Chromebook
• Pack your charger
• Get some sleep
Come in ready — BEST Writing is tomorrow 3/31/26!
Are you interested in playing football? South Lake High is holding a camp for rising 9th graders. You just need a copy of your current physical. Check it out!
Updated dates for Rotten Apples - please check it out!
📣 Join Us for Our PTO & SAC Meeting!
Parents, guardians, and community members — you’re invited to our next Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) and School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting on Thursday, March 26th at 6:00 PM in the Media Center.
Come learn how the PTO and SAC support our students, discuss upcoming events, and stay connected with what’s happening at our school. Your voice and participation make a difference.
Parents, guardians, and community members — you’re invited to our next Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) and School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting on Thursday, March 26th at 6:00 PM in the Media Center.
Come learn how the PTO and SAC support our students, discuss upcoming events, and stay connected with what’s happening at our school. Your voice and participation make a difference.
The GMS Symphonic Band has earned superiors from all 3 judges as well as the sight reading room for the 3rd year in row. This is the first time in school history the Symphonic Band has had 3 straight years of superior ratings at the annual Music Performance Assessment.
Gray Middle School and South Lake High School Wind Ensemble were the only schools to earn straight superiors at the March 12 Music Performance Assessment.
We are so very proud! Thank you, Mr. Briggs, for your dedication to our Gators!
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