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I hope this message finds you enjoying the warmth and excitement of the summer season. I wanted to share some important updates and gentle reminders to enhance our collective experience as a school community.
First and foremost, I am thrilled to announce that we are now officially recognized as a Cambridge Studies school! This prestigious curriculum will provide our students with a globally recognized education that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and a deep understanding of the world around us. We will start the 2023-24 school year with 8th grade Global Perspectives. We are confident that this program will open doors of opportunity for our students and prepare them for success in the ever-changing landscape of the 21st century.
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While summer is a time for relaxation, it is also a great opportunity for our students to engage in activities that promote personal growth and learning. Encourage your children to embrace the joys of reading by exploring a wide range of books and genres. Reading not only enhances their vocabulary and comprehension skills but also sparks their imagination and fuels a lifelong love for learning.
Additionally, let us not forget the importance of staying active and embracing the outdoors. The summer sunshine beckons us to partake in outdoor activities that promote physical well-being and stimulate the mind. Whether it's going for a family hike, bike ride, or engaging in team sports, let us seize this chance to inspire our children to lead healthy, active lifestyles.
Lastly, amidst the busy schedules and demands of daily life, it is crucial to carve out quality time for family bonding. Engage in meaningful conversations, plan exciting outings, and create lasting memories together. These moments of togetherness not only strengthen the family unit but also nurture the emotional well-being of each family member.
Thank you,
Mr. Jimenez
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11398 Lake Underhill Rd.
Orlando, FL 32825
(407) 658-5330
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Introducing Dr. Jessica Torres
Legacy's new Assistant Principal of Instruction
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Dr. Jessica Torres began her career in education in 1995 at Meadow Woods Elementary, serving as both the Extended Day Teacher and as a substitute teacher. She completed her Associate in Arts at Valencia in 1996 and her Bachelor of Science in K-12 Exceptional Student Education in 1998 from U.C.F, all while working full time.
She began her teaching career in 1998 at Denn Johns Middle School as a Learning Strategies Instructor and transitioned to Osceola High School, where she served in various roles including ESE and Reading teacher, ESE Dean, and closing her fifteen years there as the AVID Coordinator. She earned her Master of Educational Leadership in 2003 and then went on to earn her Master of Mental Health Counseling in 2007, both at Stetson University. She taught ESE in Los Angeles County for one year, where she also served as the Resource Compliance Specialist.
Dr. Torres returned to OCPS in 2013 as a Reading Teacher at Union Park Middle School and then as the Title 1 Coordinator and Resource Compliance Specialist at Jackson Middle School. Dr. Torres served as a Dean at Freedom High School, SAFE Coordinator at Lake Buena Vista High School, and then as an Assistant Principal at Boone High School. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Counseling with a specialization in Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling/Therapy program from Barry University in 2017.
She is beyond thrilled to serve as the Assistant Principal of Instruction at Legacy Middle School. Go, Jets!
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The campus of Stetson University in Deland looking towards the Carlton Union Building. Stetson is where Dr. Torres earned both of her master's degrees (she holds four college degrees including a PhD). As a glimpse of her dedication and work ethic, earlier when she was an undergraduate student at UCF, she worked full time to help pay for college. We are very proud to have her serving at Legacy Middle this year. Welcome Dr. Torres! |
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Special Events and Reminders |
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Summer hours (closed Fridays): |
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Schools closed all next week: |
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School supply sales tax holiday begins late July: |
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*** Florida also has multiple other tax free weeks this summer when you can save on camping gear, kayaks, snorkeling gear, fishing rods, outdoor supplies, sports equipment, concert tickets, annual museum memberships, sporting events, plays, gym memberships, batteries, coolers, generators, power tools, and more. Plus permanent sales tax exemptions on diapers, wipes, baby gear, clothing for ages 5 & under, and more. These tax free weekends are part of HB 7063 passed by the Florida Legislature in 2023. |
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Summer Meal Information for Legacy Families: |
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Sports Physicals & 7th Grade Tdap Vaccinations |
With the start of the new school year on the horizon, and with soccer season starting in early August, please make sure you schedule time to get your child a sports physical. Legacy MS is teaming up with ER Care Urgent Care to provide our community with a walk-in clinic option. Families of Rising 7th grade students, you can also visit ER Care Urgent Care for your child’s Tdap vaccination that they will need prior to the start of the school year. Seventh grade students that do not have their Tdap vaccination on file will not be able to start school on time. Don’t delay, see ER Care Urgent Care today! |
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Free Sports Physicals at Jones HS (July 22): |
Please see the following flyer for a FREE Physical and ECG Day at Jones High School on July 22nd. Register early as we had over 1,000 students at the Oak Ridge Sports Physical Day earlier this month. |
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Camp Mathnasium at Waterford Lakes: |
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After School Training & Development Program |
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Rip currents at the beach: |
Over the past few weeks, nearly a dozen people have lost their lives in Florida due to rip currents at the beach. This includes an ex NFL quarterback, Ryan Mallett (35). If you are headed out to the beach over the upcoming July 4th holiday period, please be cautious of these dangerous conditions. Listen to full story (Fox 13 News) |
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Seen from the air, these ribbon like formations snaking down the beach show rip currents. Each one of those bumps is a rip current which has the potential of pulling someone out to sea in seconds. |
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Bicycle visibility at night: |
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* If you do not have any reflective clothing, wear bright colors or white at night.
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How do banks come up with the loan interest rates I pay? |
Most people are very aware that interest rates have been rising over the past 15 months. When a bank quotes you an interest rate for a home mortgage, car loan, credit card, etc. there is an underlying basis for the rate you're given. Here are several of the major factors which, when combined, determine the loan rate you receive from a bank:
- Inflation rate (they consider both today and what's expected in the future)
- Personal credit score/history
- Outlook for the economy (stable, changing)
- Bank balance sheet situation (the bank's desire for a particular type of loan)
- Bank profit goal (like all businesses, they have to show a profit)
If you ever want to get a general idea of how interest rates stand, take a look at a bank's "prime rate." This is usually the interest rate that they offer on shorter term loans to their better business customers. This rate is also a basis for the setting of other consumer loans and the rates they pay on CDs. As the chart shows, the average bank prime rate has been steadily rising since March 2022. This correlates with rising inflation and less certain economic conditions.
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Chart time period: June 28, 2018 to June 28, 2023 (Last five years)
Grey bar in the chart: Last US recession period
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Friday's Motivational Moment! |
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WISDOM TO LIVE BY
Read inspirational quotes about real success, blazing your own path, and working well with others.
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Viola Davis On Success
I tell my daughter every morning, "Now, what are the two most important parts of you?" And she says, "My head and my heart." Because that's what I've learned in the foxhole: What gets you through life is strength of character and strength of spirit and love.
~ Viola Davis, actor
Muriel Strode On Leadership
Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.
~ Muriel Strode, poet
Charles Darwin On Teamwork
It is the long history of humankind — and animal kind, too — that those who learned to collaborate and improvise most effectively have prevailed.
~ Charles Darwin, biologist
Walter Alston On Adversity
Look at misfortune the same way you look at success — don't panic! Do your best and forget the consequences.
~ Walter Alston, former manager, Los Angeles Dodgers
Rosa Parks On Fear
I have learned over the years that when one's mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.
~ Rosa Parks, civil rights activist
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Have a safe and relaxing July 4th holiday!
Mr. Jiménez, Principal
Legacy Middle School
Friday, June 30, 2023
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Copyright Notice
Reproduction of this material, either written or electronically, including the general layout, graphics, analyses, and content topics without the express approval of Target Performance Systems, Inc., a Florida corporation, and Legacy Middle School is forbidden without written consent. Thank you for your support of the Orange County Public Schools and especially OCPS - Legacy Middle School. Please contact Mr. Jason Jiménez at jason.jimenez@ocps.net with any questions.
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