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The performing arts bring joy and help to bring us together. This week started the stellar showcases from our performing arts programs. The theatre student’s did a great job and we hope to see you this week for our Dance Showcase and Band and Orchestra Performances. Our students have worked so hard to prepare for these performances and are excited to perform for an audience.
This week we will also be on modified bell schedules starting on Tuesday for middle of the year testing. There will be three different tests occurring this week. The first is the middle of the year iReady diagnostic in Math and Reading. This will help us see how much growth the students have had so far this school year in those skills. They will also have Progress Monitoring Activities (PMAs). These assessments are from the district and cover the material learned during the quarter. These assessments will help see what standards students may need more support in before the state testing in May. Lastly, students also have the district Common Final Exams (CFEs) in their semester courses such as PE and Project Lead the Way. The CFEs are 20% of the students' final grade in their semester courses.
I encourage all of our students to study and prepare for these tests. We will be providing incentives for students who show growth in their iReady diagnostic or score in the green, blue or black on their PMAs in 8th grade science, Civics, Algebra and Geometry. On test days we suggest students get a good night's sleep, eat a good breakfast and bring their charged computer and charger to campus.
Mr. Jiménez
Principal
Pictured very top: Theatre Showcase (additional highlights below)
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11398 Lake Underhill Rd.
Orlando, FL 32825
(407) 658-5330Legacy Community Member
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● December 6th- SGA Candy Cane Grams go on sale
● December 7th-10th- Modified Bell Schedule for Middle of the Year testing
- Testing includes iReady in Math and Language Arts classes, Common Final Exams (CFEs) in semester courses like PE and Project Lead the Way and Progress Monitoring Activities (PMAs) in Science classes, Civics, Algebra and Geometry.
● December 7th- Dance Showcase 6:30pm-7:30pm
● December 7th- Basketball Open Gym
● December 8th- Band and Orchestra Concert 6pm-7pm
● December 9th- Basketball Open Gym
● December 13th- Algebra and Geometry PMA Testing
● December 14th- Last day of SGA Toy Drive and Candy Cane Gram
● December 14th- Picture Retakes
● December 14th- Chorus Concert 6:30pm-7:30pm
● December 14th- SAC/PTSA Meeting 6pm in the Media Center
● December 17th- End of 2nd Marking Period
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Middle of the Year Testing Schedule |
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This week we will be on modified bell schedules for Middle of the Year testing.
Tuesday, December 7th: 1st and 2nd Period Testing Block
Wednesday, December 8th: 3rd Period Testing Block
Thursday, December 9th: 4th and 5th Period Testing Block
Friday, December 10th: 6th and 7th Period Testing Block
Monday, December 13th: Algebra and Geometry Testing Periods 5-7 in the Media Center
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Theatre Showcase Highlights |
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SGA is selling candy cane grams starting on December 6th and running through December 14th. These will be delivered to individuals on December 15th during their 7th period. There will be different flavors available to choose from. Each candy cane gram will cost one dollar. Please see Mrs. Bierbrauer in room 620 to purchase a candy cane gram. |
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It's that time of the year again when we can give back to our community at the holiday season. The Student Government Association, SGA, is hosting a toy drive here at Legacy Middle School. Please donate a toy that has not been opened yet to Mrs. Bierbrauer in room 620. The last day to donate will be Tuesday, December 14th. Thank you for your support! |
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Three Performing Arts events scheduled within two weeks: |
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Spirit Week: December 13-17 |
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Mrs. Bierbrauer's U.S. History class outdoors learning in the courtyard: |
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Sixth grade science lab on air pressure: |
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Sixth grade students performing a quick science lab on air pressure. The cup was filled with 70-80% water and then covered with an index card/copy paper. The water remained in the cup when it was flipped. It was fun getting students to brainstorm as to what held the water! |
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Boys Volleyball Three Way Tie-Breaker |
Our boys team competed in a 3 way tie-breaker Tuesday, November 30th at Discovery Middle School. Our team won their first game but fell short in the second game. They will not be progressing. The volleyball season has come to an end. We are so proud of our Jets! |
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Basketball season preparation: |
In preparation for Basketball season, the basketball open gym has started. The next two dates are:
● Tuesday, 12/7
● Thursday, 12/9
The open gym is to get ready for basketball tryouts.
You must have a current physical on file for this school year to be able to come out for open gym.
In order for students to tryout for basketball or even spectate from the bleachers, they must have a minimum of a 2.0 GPA. If parents or students have any questions, please see Mr. Jiménez.
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Partner in Education Spotlight |
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Rack Room Shoes at Waterford Lakes Town Center |
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We want to give a huge thank you and shout out to the Rack Room Shoes at Waterford Lakes Town Center. Their store manager Belgiva Hernandez donated a gift card for them for over $1,000 to Legacy Middle School! This gift card will be used to purchase shoes, socks and other items for our students in need for the holiday season. |
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This past week the following students were recognized as our Legacy Students of the Month for the month of November:
- 6th Grade: Angelys Ruiz
- 7th Grade: Ariana Jordan
- 8th Grade: Cristian Quijada
The students were nominated by a member of the Legacy faculty for their academic and behavior achievements.
We also recognized our Star Pilot of the Month, Mrs. Jessica Larsen, who was nominated by the Legacy faculty and staff for going above and beyond during the month of November!
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Continuing Reminder - 2021-2022 Yearbooks |
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Enter School ID: 703293
Current price is $25 and will go up to $30 in January. Sales end March 2022 (buy before then).
You are also able to purchase ads that will appear in the yearbook. All the information about ads is also available at the same website above.
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Please donate to the "Legacy Cares" Food and Clothing School Pantry through Amazon. It's a simple way to support the school's charity. The list of support items needed are directly on Amazon - just select "Legacy Cares" for Legacy Middle School. Use the link below to directly connect. Purchased items can be directly shipped to the school by simply selecting "Legacy Middle School Registry Address" at checkout.
Legacy Cares Support List:
Additionally you can support the Legacy PTSA by shopping at Amazon! Legacy PTSA is officially registered as a charity option with Amazon Smile. Below is our unique link for people to select us as their charity. The key is when shopping on Amazon you have to go through the AmazonSmile site ( smile.amazon.com), not just Amazon.com - but there is no difference; your account is still there. You can bookmark AmazonSmile to make it easier. By doing this, your eligible purchases will support the "Legacy Cares" Food and Clothing Pantry.
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1) Cyber security reminder for our Jets. Time it takes a computer to crack a password:
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Most common passwords for 2021:
#1 123456
#2 123456789
#3 qwerty
#4 password
#5 12345
#6 qwerty123
#7 1q2w3e
#8 12345678
#9 111111
#10 1234567890
Click here to view the full top 200 list and here to view other breakdowns as people tie in their passwords to their name, favorite sports teams, foods, cities, etc. These can be cracked rather quickly.
Sources: Nordpass; CyberNews
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2) Sleep requirements by age (this is especially important on school nights):
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3) "Air raid on Pearl Harbor. This is no drill." Telegram from Commander in Chief of the Pacific Fleet (CINCPAC) to all ships in the Hawaiian area on Sunday, December 7, 1941.
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Legacy Middle School remembers the families of the 3,500 Americans killed or wounded from the events of December 7, 1941 which led the United States into World War II - 80 years ago, next Tuesday. Pictured above is the telegram sent out on that tragic morning as aircraft from the Japanese Imperial Navy began their initial attack. |
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Tony Dungy On Helping Others
You should never be defined by what you do, by the things you have; you've got to define yourself by who you impact and how you help other people.
~ Tony Dungy, NFL football coach
Eleanor Roosevelt On Compassion
To handle yourself, use your head. To handle others, use your heart.
~ Eleanor Roosevelt, first lady
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. On Faith
You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.
~ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., civil rights leader
Kevin Hart On Taking Action
The best tip I could tell you is to be active. So many people talk about what they want to do and they just love words. Put actions behind your words. Don’t be a talker, be a doer.
~ Kevin Hart, actor
Dr. Seuss On Kindness
To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world.
~ Dr. Seuss, author
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Have a wonderful week and thank you very much for supporting our Student Government led Toy Drive. Whatever you might do is greatly appreciated at this special time of year!
Jason Jiménez
Principal, Legacy Middle School
Sunday, December 5, 2021
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From the left: Assistant Principal Elizabeth Fuller, Principal Jason Jiménez, Assistant Principal Maria DiMura. |
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