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At the start of last week on Sunday, I had the honor to see our Jets at the Orlando Ballet (nearby picture and in the special segment further below). They put in six hours of their time working to build their knowledge and skills in the art of dance. I want to give a special thank you to Mrs. Henry for being there and spearheading our partnership with the Orlando Ballet. |
This past week our students had the opportunity to hear from one of the Sunshine State authors, Jess Redman. Many of our students left with ideas for their own stories to start writing. We already have three students who are already working on writing their first book! Having the community be involved in inspiring our Jets this week was a true highlight.
As I walked classrooms last week, I was able to see students engaged inside and outside of the classroom. From heated educational debates in Mrs. Boyce Bierbrauer’s U.S. History classes or Ms. Yearby taking her Language Arts classes outside to the courtyard to enjoy the weather and read the novel they are working on, “Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglas: An American Slave.” The change of weather also saw our volleyball team selling hot chocolate on campus. The hot chocolate received five star reviews from our Jets. Our volleyball team will start their season on a very positive note. All our players were adopted by a faculty or staff member and received gifts to encourage them throughout their season. This Monday the first game will be a home game against Discovery that starts at 5pm.
This week we will recognize Red Ribbon Week on campus. “Since its beginning in 1985, the Red Ribbon has touched the lives of millions of people around the world. In response to the murder of DEA Agent Enrique Camarena, angered parents and youth in communities across the country began wearing Red Ribbons as a symbol of their commitment to raise awareness of the killing and destruction caused by drugs in America.” LINK This week we will have a Red Ribbon Spirit Week. Monday we will also have a Pink Out on campus and a modified bell schedule to hold a pep rally for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We have many faculty and staff members who are survivors and want to celebrate and recognize them.
This will be another great week on the Flight Deck!
Mr. Jiménez
Principal, Legacy Middle School
Pictured very top: Our Jets with the author, Jess Redman. She visited our campus on Wednesday and spoke about the writing process with our students.
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11398 Lake Underhill Rd.
Orlando, FL 32825
(407) 658-5330
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Modified Bell Schedule - Monday, October 24th
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This Monday, October 24th we will be on a modified bell schedule for an afternoon Pep Rally. Please see the bell schedule below. Monday is also our Pink Out! We encourage all students to wear pink. |
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Our very own Legacy band alongside University HS band under the leadership of Mr. McGarvey will be performing. Our Dance Team accompanied by Mrs. Henry will be performing. We will be honoring our very own Breast Cancer Survivors and each grade level will have a chance to battle for the SPIRIT STICK. |
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Red Ribbon Week Spirit Week |
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Below are the different spirit week theme days for Red Ribbon Week. This is a reminder that all outfits must be in OCPS Dress Code. |
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● October 24th- Quarter 1 Report Cards available on Skyward |
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● October 24th- Modified Bell Schedule for Pep Rally
● October 24th- WEAR PINK
● October 24th- Home Volleyball Game: Legacy vs. Discovery MS
● October 25th- Dynamic Duo Day
● October 26th- Wear Animal Print
● October 26th- Away Volleyball Game: Odyssey MS vs. Legacy
● October 26th- Tent or Treat at East River High School
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● October 27th- Pajama Day! |
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● October 28th- Wear Red
● October 28th- Q1 Legacy AR Celebration
● October 31st- Wear Costumes- No Masks
● November 1st- Archery Club Begins
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● November 2nd- Away Volleyball Game: Corner Lake MS vs. Legacy |
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During the month of October OCPS recognizes and celebrates the following: |
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This past week was school bus safety week! We were proud to honor all of our bus drivers that safely transport our students to Legacy. Over 60% of our students take the bus as their main mode of transportation to and from school. |
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This is a reminder that if any student participates in athletics or clubs at Legacy they must be a part of the YMCA. After school YMCA is FREE!
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Teach In Presenters Needed |
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The week before Thanksgiving Break November 14th-18th is Teach In Week. For additional information please see ADDitions opportunity below.
Our students would love to hear from you!
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Partner in Education Spotlight |
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The last Wednesday of the month is Ice Night at Jeremiah’s of Waterford. Please stop by and when you make a purchase mention Legacy Middle School. |
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Exciting News - Pre-IB Coming to Legacy starting in the 2023-24 school year!
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The OCPS Magnet Program Application opens on November 1st.
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Thank you to Jess Redman for speaking at Legacy about the writing process and her great books! Thank you to the Orange County Library System for providing our students the opportunity. Our Jets asked really thoughtful questions and so many Jets are authors in the making. |
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Orlando Ballet Rise Program |
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Below are pictures that represent our Dance students incredible day at the Orlando Ballet! Our students took a 6 hour long dance class that included ballet, character, contemporary, conditioning, African, and Flamenco. They then got ready for their dress rehearsals and got the privilege of performing their Hispanic Heritage dance as well as the piece the guest artist created for our dancers! What a long but magical day! |
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Legacy Middle School was recognized as in OCPS Green School! |
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8th grade ELA with Ms. Yearby |
Ms. Yearby taught her 8th grade ELA classes outside in this week's beautiful weather. |
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U.S. History with Mrs. Bierbrauer |
Mrs. Boyce Bierbrauer held a debate of patriots vs. loyalists in her U.S. History class. |
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Jeopardy in Ms. Johnson’s Algebra class: |
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Recognizing our 2022-2023 Soccer Teams
As we enter volleyball season, we wanted to recognize our boys and girls soccer team players. They persevered through a very trying season. Every game they played was impacted by rain. Then Hurricane Ian cut their season short. Thank you for representing Legacy Middle School on the soccer field!
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Volleyball season opens Monday at home! |
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Coach Smith started a very successful fundraiser for our volleyball team —selling really good hot chocolate according to the students.
Our first volleyball games of the season start on Monday! Please support our teams. The games start at 5:00pm.
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On Friday our volleyball players participated in their adoption event. Faculty and staff adopted a player and provided them a small gift to help them start the season. Our players will be supported by the faculty or staff members throughout the season. |
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Yearbooks are currently on sale. Buy early and save. We are also selling a limited number of ads. At this past week’s meeting the cover was finalized. Our yearbook theme this year is: “Playlist of Our Year.” The cover image is below: |
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Have a wonderful week!
Jason Jiménez, Principal
Legacy Middle School
Sunday, October 23, 2022
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From the left: Assistant Principal Elizabeth Fuller, Principal Jason Jiménez, Assistant Principal Maria DiMura. |
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