It's going to be a GREAT week in the swamp! 🐊
about 1 month ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle
flag football & volleyball at Imagine SL 5:30pm Wednesday. PTO & SAC meeting 5:30pm Thursday
🐊 Join the Cecil E. Gray Middle School PTO & SAC Team!

Looking for a meaningful way to support our teachers, connect with other families, and have a voice in school goals? We want you on our team!

Join us for our first combined Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) and School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting of the school year.

📅 When: Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 5:30 PM
📍 Where: Cecil E. Gray Middle School
📝 Sign Up: Let us know you're interested by filling out our quick form here: https://forms.gle/g8f7D8a8EZg9ivum7

📧 Questions? Contact Assistant Principal Ed Stuart at StuartE@lake.k12.fl.us.
about 1 month ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Gray Middle School Picture Day is Thursday, August 27th!

Skip the paper forms and order online now at leonards.com using Access Code: C827266.
Paper forms will also be sent home with students soon. Don't forget your smiles!
about 2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Please remember that Wednesdays are early release days for Lake County Schools!
about 2 months ago, LCS Communications
Children wearing backpacks walk together through a brick hallway, with a yellow sign reading "Don't Forget!" and "Wednesday Early Release."
A GREAT FIRST DAY AT GRAY!
about 2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Day 1 is in the books. What an awesome first day of school! Our 6th grade Gators jumped right in—meeting their teachers, learning their way around campus, seeing friends, and getting the year started strong!
about 2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Day 1 is in the books. What an awesome first day of school! Our 6th grade Gators jumped right in—meeting their teachers, learning their way around campus, seeing friends, and getting the year started strong!
about 2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Join the Rays at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg on Sept. 12 as they take on the Houston Astros for Lake County Schools Suicide Prevention Night. Your ticket includes a Rays mental health awareness T-shirt. Purchase using the QR code or the following link by September 10: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty550
2 months ago, LCS Communications
Lake County Schools Rays Suicide Awareness Night, Sept. 12. Attendees receive a Tampa Bay Rays "It's Okay to Ask for Help" Shirt. By purchasing through the QR Code you will be supporting Lake County Schools. Image of player in Rays uniform. QR Code. Dark blue background.
Thank you to our Teacher Leaders for helping prepare for the new school year and a successful Week 1! Your leadership, teamwork, and dedication are greatly appreciated.
2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Students can receive a **free ticket** with each paid adult admission to the Coke Zero Sugar 400! Scan the QR code or visit the link to claim this offer before **Friday, August 21, 2026**! https://www.gofevo.com/event/DIS26Back2SchoolLakeCountySchools
2 months ago, LCS Communications
Advertisement for Daytona International Speedway's Back to School Student Offer. Includes a QR code and ordering instructions.
🐊 REMINDER: Gray Middle School Meet & Greet is THIS FRIDAY! We’re excited to welcome our Gators and families back to campus! 📅 Friday, August 7 ⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM Stop by anytime during the event to: 📋 Pick up your schedule 🏫 Walk the campus and see what your day will look like 👋 Meet your teachers The campus will be open throughout the event, so come when it works best for your family.
2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Our Educator Spotlight series continues! Meet Ms. Shannon McCormick, who is joining our ESE team in IST/Access! Ms. McCormick brings experience working with students from Pre-K through high school and is excited to begin her first year at the middle school level. She has a passion for supporting students and helping every learner succeed. We’re excited to welcome Ms. McCormick to the Gray Middle Gator family!
2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Our teachers are officially back, and we’re ready for an incredible school year! We kicked off the morning at the South Lake Chamber of Commerce Breakfast — a huge thank you to the Chamber and our community partners for supporting our schools! And we started the year with some exciting news — Gray Middle was awarded a $2,000 grant! Then it was back to Gray for a morning of learning, collaboration, and setting the course for the year ahead.
2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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We’re lucky to have the best custodial and clerical teams in Lake County! From keeping our campus beautiful and every classroom ready each day, to keeping our offices running smoothly and supporting our students, families, and staff — they help keep Gray Middle going strong every day! Thank you for everything you do!
2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Our Educator Spotlight series continues with Ms. Jordan Viles, our new 8th Grade ELA teacher! Originally from Kansas City, Ms. Viles earned both her bachelor’s degree in English Education and her master’s degree in Teaching Adolescent Literature from the University of South Florida. She brings a passion for reading, writing, and inspiring students to the classroom. Outside of school, she enjoys music, Disney, Marvel, and collecting unique treasures. We’re excited to welcome Ms. Viles to the Gray Middle School Gator family and can’t wait for our students to meet her!
2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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As we gear up for another incredible school year, we’re excited to introduce new educators to Gray Middle School. Today, we’re proud to spotlight Ms. Emily Davidson, our Business Technology Education teacher. With a background in graphic design and a passion for creativity, Ms. Davidson brings real-world experience, innovation, and enthusiasm into the classroom. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, crocheting, and caring for her backyard chickens! Please join us in welcoming Ms. Davidson to Gray Middle School.
2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Today we officially welcomed our newest Gators to Gray Middle School at Gator Camp! Students spent the morning getting familiar with our campus, practicing how to open their lockers, meeting teachers and staff, setting goals for a successful school year, and beginning the journey of what it means to be a Gray Gator. Our principal, Mrs. Pyatt, also met with families to answer questions and present information.
2 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Meet & Greet at Gray Middle School The first day of school is less than a month away, and we’re excited to welcome our Gators back! Join us for our Meet & Greet on Friday, August 7, from 9:00–11:00 AM. Stop by anytime during the event to: 📋 Pick up your class schedule 👋 Meet your teachers 🏫 Walk the campus and find your classrooms 💚 Get familiar with Gray before the first day of school Families are welcome to come and go at any time between 9:00 and 11:00 AM. There is no formal program—just an opportunity to explore the campus, meet our staff, and help students feel confident and ready for a great school year. Students who pre-purchased school supply bundles may also pick them up during the event. We can’t wait to see everyone and kick off an amazing 2026–27 school year!
3 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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Join Lake County Schools as a School Safety Guardian. Make a difference and help keep our students safe! Apply at https://www.lake.k12.fl.us/page/employment . Click "current job openings" and then type "Guardian" in the "Search Jobs" box.

3 months ago, LCS Communications
Make a difference. Help Keep Our Students Safe. Join Lake County Schools as a School Safety Guardian. Serve and support your local school district. All FDLE Certified and 144-hour Guardian Trained welcome. Full and Part-Time positions available. Apply at lake.k12.fl.us/page/employment. Questions? Contact us at safetyandsecurity@lake.k12.fl.us or 352-253-6675
Hello, Gator Families! We hope you’re having a wonderful summer! To help make back-to-school shopping easier, Gray Middle School is once again offering school supply bundles for the upcoming school year. To purchase a supply bundle, simply: ✅ Scan the QR code below, or ✅ Log in to your student’s SchoolCash Online account. Incoming 6th Grade Families: If your student has not yet been rolled over into the 2026–2027 school year, please use the QR code to place your order. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back for another great year. See you soon, Gators!
3 months ago, Cecil E. Gray Middle School
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