
🎒 September is Attendance Awareness Month! 📅
Did you know that addressing chronic absence is crucial for improving graduation rates and academic achievement? It's true! By ensuring our students are #AtSchoolEveryDay, we're giving them the best chance at success in their adult lives.
Join our Attendance Awareness Campaign the week of September 23rd. Together, we can create a brighter future for our students!


"✨ Take a peek inside the classroom! ✨
This Friday, Mrs. Cassidy transformed the classroom into a glow-themed learning space to boost engagement and excitement. Students lit up the room with their incredible math skills, proving that learning can be both fun and bright!






🌟 New FCA Fridays alert! 🌟
Starting Sept 27, kickstart your Fridays with faith and friends! ✨
📍 Flagpole meetup @ 8AM
🚶♀️ Walk together to the cafeteria
💖 Build lasting connections


Game On! is a club for students who enjoy playing classic board/card games & learning new games. Start your day with friendly competition & learn new strategies to win!
Permission slips must be signed before students can attend any club! Students can get a permission slip during their lunch, or you can email Mrs. Lewis for a digital copy. Game On! permission slips should be turned into the main office or guidance office.


🎉 Exciting news, parents! In just over a week, we're hosting our Open House and Annual Title I Information Meeting. Here's what you need to know:
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 10th
🕔 5:00 PM - Title I Meeting in the cafeteria
🏫 5:30-7:00 PM - Open House
During Open House, you'll follow your child's daily schedule, moving from classroom to classroom. Don't forget to bring your child and/or a copy of their schedule!
We can't wait to see you all and share the amazing things happening at our school.


"On Wednesday, we proudly celebrated our Lake County School Resource Officers! This summer, they were honored as the SRD Unit of the Year for the state of Florida. 🎉 Our AVID students collected donations for care packages, our culinary class made special treats for the K-9 officers, NJHS decorated and provided delicious snacks. Our band played as students, cheerleaders, and teachers welcomed LCSO. Thank you for your dedication and service! 👮♂️🐾🎶
#LCSONation #SchoolSafety #CommunityStrong"









Today, we celebrated National AVID Day! Their passion, perseverance, and potential inspire us all. We're excited to see the positive impact they will make in the world.
🌟 #NationalAVIDDay #FutureLeaders #AVIDSuccess"






Upcoming FAST information.
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🪩 Less than a week until our first dance of the school year! Here are some things to know!
***This dance is for current Tavares Middle School students. No outside guests are allowed to attend.***


✨📸 Lights, Camera, Smile! 📸✨
Get ready to strike a pose because School Picture Day is coming on September 24th! 🗓️


🚀 Join TMS Patriot Robotics! 🤖
Are you ready to build robots and compete? Come be a part of our exciting robot-building club!
When:
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8 AM
Wednesdays from 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: TMS room 709
For questions, reach out to Mrs. McLeod (room 709) at mcleodh@lake.k12.fl.us.
Don't miss out on the fun—let's create something amazing together! 🔧✨ #TMSRobotics #STEM


Ever wondered how students prepare for real-world challenges? 🤔 Take a peek inside Mrs. Sadlemire's AVID classroom, where students are diving into a unique project: surviving on a deserted island! 🏝️
Through collaborative conversations, these bright minds are not just learning about survival skills, but also developing crucial life skills like teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving. 💡






🎊 Attention Tavares Middle School Patriots and families! 🐶
Mark your calendars for August 29, 2024! It's time for our school dance GLOW STYLE! 💃🕺
🕰️ Time: 6-8 PM
📍 Location: TMS Cafeteria
💲 Entry: $10 CASH at the door
🍿 Bonus: Snacks available for purchase
***This dance is for current Tavares Middle School students. No outside guests are allowed to attend.***


🎉 Big announcement: Our Star Bucks store is coming soon! 🏪
We're thrilled to introduce this new part of our school's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program. Students can earn "bucks" by showing improvements in academics, behavior, and citizenship. Twice a month, they'll have the chance to spend their well-deserved rewards at our school store during lunch.
Here's where you come in: We need your help to stock our store with exciting items for our students! 📚✏️🎨
Want to contribute? Check out our Amazon List: https://a.co/hli8AWh -- All items go directly to the students.


⚠️Labor Day Weekend Alert! Get ready for a 4-day break from August 30th (Teacher Work Day) to September 2nd (Labor Day).


Parents,
Please remember to stay in the car rider lane if your child is a car rider. Do not park in other private lots to have your child walk to you.


Virtual Meetings
Cheer: https://lake-k12-fl-us.zoom.us/j/99315203784
August 13th at 7:30pm
Football/Volleyball : https://lake-k12-fl-us.zoom.us/j/94949751046
August 14th at 7:30pm
Cross Country: https://lake-k12-fl-us.zoom.us/j/99562927296
August 16th at 8pm


📚 Attention Lake County parents! 🖥️
Want to stay on top of your child's academic progress? The Focus platform is your go-to tool! Here's what you can do:
✅ Check grades in real-time
✅ Complete necessary waivers
✅ Message teachers directly
✅ And so much more!
Ready to get started? Visit https://www.lake.k12.fl.us/ to learn how to register for Focus. It's quick, easy, and will keep you connected to your child's educational journey.

🍎 Exciting news, parents and students! Tomorrow, August 7th, is our Meet the Teacher event from 1:30-4:30pm.
Remember, this is a drop-in event, so feel free to come anytime during those hours. No need to rush for 1:30pm - take your time and avoid the initial parking crunch!
Speaking of parking, please note: DO NOT park at the Big House complex. We want to ensure a smooth experience for everyone.


➡️ Checkout some of our most frequently asked questions!
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You can also find information on our school website: https://tms.lake.k12.fl.us
County website: https://www.lake.k12.fl.us
