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about 2 months ago, Astatula Elementary
Don't let these memories fade away. yearbooks
April is National Poetry Month!
about 2 months ago, Astatula Elementary
Poetry contest flyer for Lake County Residents. 3 age brackets: children, teen, adult Poems must be submitted by April 30th. Only 2 poems per entrant. Original work only.

Celebrating students who showed their POWER expectations at lunch! 🎉👏 The classes with the most Lunchroom Shout Outs have the chance to earn a special Lunch with a Friend. Thank you for making our cafeteria a safe, kind, and responsible place. Who are you bringing to lunch? 🍽️💛 #AstatulaElementary #PBIS #POWER #LunchWithAFriend

about 2 months ago, Jennifer Foote
Image 1 alt text: Two young girls sit side-by-side at a cafeteria table, smiling at the camera. The girl on the left has darker skin, curly hair, and wears a light green hoodie; a brown paper snack bag, two wrapped cookies, and a pink BODYARMOR LYTE drink bottle are in front of her. The girl on the right has lighter skin, light brown hair, and wears a camouflage hoodie; she has a red cafeteria tray with food and a clear CRYSTAL GEYSER water bottle. In the background, a busy lunchroom with many tables and large windows is decorated with red, white, and blue banners; a stage area with a microphone and music stands is visible. Left hoodie text reads “LIGHT IT UP” with a dinosaur graphic.
Image 2 alt text: A bustling school cafeteria filled with students seated at long tables. In the foreground two children sit at a table: a smiling boy on the left wearing an olive green shirt with “HUNT” partially visible, and a child on the right (face covered by a yellow smiley emoji) eating from a red tray that holds grapes and other items. Rows of students, a clock on the wall, large windows with red, white, and blue decorations, a stage area with flags and speakers, and a red wall logo/emblem are visible in the background.
Two young boys sit at a cafeteria table in front of a dark curtain, both smiling at the camera. The boy on the left wears a blue hoodie over a white shirt and holds a yellow snack bag above a red tray. The boy on the right wears a black t-shirt and a white-and-blue beaded necklace; a patterned blue lunch bag, blue water bottle, brown paper bag, and a pink sports drink sit nearby. Several clear plastic bags with cookies are scattered on the table.

📚🎶 Oops… we did it again! 🎶📚
Our BOGO Book Fair is back April 27–May 1! Check out the parody video below (link works) and get ready to stock up on summer reads.
👉 Log into your FOCUS account to complete permission forms and sign up to volunteer!
https://youtube.com/shorts/DjZdZgbbkiU?si=OtXixg6qdbfLeL9u

about 2 months ago, Jennifer Foote
Did you see the new sign at Astatula Elementary? A huge thank-you to B&S Metal & Wood, operated by Blake Monday & Steven McMahon, for donating this wonderful piece to our school! Your generosity helps our students and community feel proud every day. 🙏✨ Share your thank-yous in the comments! #AstatulaPride #CommunityPartners
about 2 months ago, Jennifer Foote
A group of five smiling adults (three men, two women) stand indoors in a row holding a large oval wooden sign reading “ASTATULA ELEMENTARY” with a stylized bobcat head logo. Behind them is a light gray cinder block wall with a red painted section showing a white mural of paw prints and the partial phrase “HOME OF THE BOBCATS.” Wall fixtures include a red fire alarm box labeled “DynaFIRE” and a partially visible “ADMINISTRATION” sign; one person wears a nametag reading “Steven.”
Who’s ready to celebrate? 🎉 Congratulations to Mrs. Mahai’s class — Astatula Elementary’s Class of the Week! These students demonstrated our POWER expectations — Being Proactive, Owning It, Working Hard, Being Encouraging, and Being Respectful — while diving into Math and Science Florida BEST standards. 🧠🔬📐 We’re so proud of their hard work and teamwork! Drop a comment to congratulate them or share a time you saw POWER in action at school. 👏💬
about 2 months ago, Jennifer Foote
Group photo of an elementary classroom with teacher and students posing around a multi-tiered gold-and-red trophy labeled “ASTATULA CLASS OF THE WEEK” (also shows “GO BOBCATS!” on the trophy base). Image shows one adult female (likely the teacher) and a total of 24 elementary-aged children across the two photos (first photo: 13 children — 8 boys and 5 girls; second photo: 11 children). Most children are smiling and dressed casually in t-shirts and shorts or jeans. Background classroom details: blinds on windows, a whiteboard or poster titled “Math Resources,” and lists of multiplication and division vocabulary words (examples include multiplication: “each, twice, factor, multiplied by, equal groups”; division: “half, split, quotient, divisor, distribute, cut up, divided by, separate, shared equally, less than - fewer, take away - remain, left over - how many, difference - not”). Visible student shirt text includes “HERE FOR THE SHENANIGANS” (with a Snoopy graphic), “YETI,” “salt life / PARADISE,” and an “AC/DC” shirt with lightning-bolt graphics. One photo shows a blue rug with red, purple, and green circular patterns. Overall impression: a proud clas
Group photo of an elementary classroom with teacher and students making silly faces. They are posing around a multi-tiered gold-and-red trophy labeled “ASTATULA CLASS OF THE WEEK” (also shows “GO BOBCATS!” on the trophy base). Image shows one adult female (likely the teacher) and a total of 24 elementary-aged children across the two photos (first photo: 13 children — 8 boys and 5 girls; second photo: 11 children). Most children are smiling and dressed casually in t-shirts and shorts or jeans. Background classroom details: blinds on windows, a whiteboard or poster titled “Math Resources,” and lists of multiplication and division vocabulary words (examples include multiplication: “each, twice, factor, multiplied by, equal groups”; division: “half, split, quotient, divisor, distribute, cut up, divided by, separate, shared equally, less than - fewer, take away - remain, left over - how many, difference - not”). Visible student shirt text includes “HERE FOR THE SHENANIGANS” (with a Snoopy graphic), “YETI,” “salt life / PARADISE,” and an “AC/DC” shirt with lightning-bolt graphics. One photo shows a blue rug with red, purple, and green circular patterns. Overall impression: a proud clas
Save the Date: 2026-2027 VPK students
about 2 months ago, Astatula Elementary
VPK students save the dates. Steps for enrollment. Jan/Feb. obtain certificate of eligibility. Jan/Feb. submit focus LCS online application for VPK enrollment March 25th complete VPK program application May finalize enrollment

🎉 Who's ready for a celebration? 🍽️

Astatula Elementary hosted our April Lunch Bunch Meet Up — where Teachers and Staff recognize students who model our PBIS POWER expectations with a Positive Behavior Reward! Each month we randomly draw one student per grade to join a special lunch, and this month was extra-splendid: we split the lunch into two sessions because PE was buzzing with Water Day fun as students prepared for Field Day! 💦🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ #PBISRocks #AES #AstatulaElementarySchool

about 2 months ago, Jennifer Foote
Alt text: Smiling female police officer wearing a tactical vest labeled "A. DENTON," a Motorola radio, an Axon body camera, and a lanyard reading "QUEEN PONY," poses with four children in front of a pale brick wall. From left to right: a boy in a black shirt printed with "MILES, SPIDER-MAN, BROOKLYN, NEW YORK CITY, EARTH - 1610," a girl with long blonde hair in a light green shirt, a boy in a white "SONIC THE HEDGEHOG" shirt, and a boy in a blue Under Armour shirt (face later obscured by an emoji in another image). A wooden table is visible in the foreground.
Medium close-up of an adult woman and a young girl seated side-by-side, both smiling at the camera. The woman (left) wears glasses, a green short-sleeved top, and a layered beaded necklace. The girl (right) wears a grey long-sleeved shirt with a large blue butterfly graphic decorated with white stars. Background shows an indoor school-like setting with a wooden door at left and a white wall with a framed motivational sign and a window into another room at right. The visible sign reads: "BEFORE YOU LEAVE THIS CLASS ALWAYS REMEMBER I love you YOU MATTER YOU CAN DO ANYTHING I BELIEVE IN YOU."
The students are making silly face expressions. Alt text: Smiling female police officer wearing a tactical vest labeled "A. DENTON," a Motorola radio, an Axon body camera, and a lanyard reading "QUEEN PONY," poses with four children in front of a pale brick wall. From left to right: a boy in a black shirt printed with "MILES, SPIDER-MAN, BROOKLYN, NEW YORK CITY, EARTH - 1610," a girl with long blonde hair in a light green shirt, a boy in a white "SONIC THE HEDGEHOG" shirt, and a boy in a blue Under Armour shirt (face later obscured by an emoji in another image). A wooden table is visible in the foreground.

Our third-grade team competed in the county STEAM Bowl today, taking on challenging problems and working together as problem-solvers. While we didn't place this year, we want to recognize their hard work, dedication, and teamwork. Great job, team! 🚀

about 2 months ago, Astatula Elementary
picture of the Astatula Elementary 3rd grade STEAM team at the STEAM Bowl.
Picture of the Astatula Elementary STEAM team at the STEAM Bowl 5 students and 1 teacher

April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! Students and staff were asked to “Purple Up!” today, April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Did you purple up? If so, post your photo on your personal social media page with #LCSPurpleUp2026

about 2 months ago, LCS Communications
April is the month of the military family. Did you purple up today?
Congratulations Class of 2026! We want to celebrate with you! Share the info with your friends.
about 2 months ago, Astatula Elementary
Class of 2026 you are invited to a reception if you attended AES between 2012-2019. May 13th 2:30-3:30 in the AES Media Center.

Thanks for representing Astatula Elementary at the 4th grade STEAM Bowl today! We commend you for your thorough preparation leading up to this event and the outstanding effort you displayed today.

about 2 months ago, Astatula Elementary
picture of Astatula Elementary 4th grade STEAM Bowl students and the teacher.
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS to our amazing Astatula Elementary 5th grade STEAM team! 🏆We are SO proud to announce that our brilliant students earned 3rd place in the district STEAM Bowl! 🥉Way to go, Bobcats!
about 2 months ago, Astatula Elementary
This is a photo of the Astatula Elementary STEAM team and their coach, Mr. Burris, wearing their 3rd place medals.
This is the Astatula Elementary STEAM team sitting at their table at the STEAM Bowl.

🎉 Who wants to celebrate some awesome students? 🎉 Congrats to our Lunch with a Friend winners! These students were selected from the class in each grade that earned the most Lunchroom Shout-Outs last week . 🍎💬 #PBIS #AESRocks #AstatulaElementary

about 2 months ago, Jennifer Foote
Busy school cafeteria at lunchtime with many children seated at long tables. In the foreground, a girl with long dark hair wearing a pink top smiles at the camera on the left; beside her a boy in a blue-red-white patterned shirt labeled "FAWORLD CUP 26 USA" looks toward the camera with a slight smile. Both have red lunch trays with snacks (a visible bag of Doritos on the girl's tray). Other students and an adult are visible in the background; large windows line the left side and a red-decorated wall with musical notes and a partial "AMERICAN…" banner is on the back wall.
Two girls sit at a white table smiling at the camera with a dark gray curtain behind them. The girl on the left has long dark wavy hair, wears a white T‑shirt and light jeans, and has a small packaged item on the table in front of her. The girl on the right has long lighter hair in a side ponytail, wears a purple T‑shirt, and has a red plastic tray containing several packaged items on the table before her.
Two young boys sit side-by-side at a light-colored table, smiling at the camera against a dark curtain background. The boy on the left has light brown hair and wears a dark blue "MINECRAFT" T‑shirt; his red compartment tray holds noodles in sauce, a bread roll, a white plastic spoon, and a small round cookie or cracker on the table; a white-and-blue milk carton with a straw and a small plastic cup with a spoon sit beside the tray. The boy on the right has dark hair and wears a plain blue T‑shirt; his red tray contains several apple slices, and a white-and-blue milk carton with a straw and a clear plastic bag with two round cookies or crackers sit nearby.
April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! The Month of the Military Family provides communities with an opportunity to honor and share gratitude for the service of military children. This year, we invite you to “Purple Up!” on April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Students and staff in schools across Florida are encouraged to participate in this celebration of the courage of military families and to honor their hard work.
about 2 months ago, LCS Communications
Lake County Schools Celebrates Month of the Military Family. Purple UP for Military Families. Please wear purple on April 15

Staff Appreciation Week is May 4th-8th.

2 months ago, Astatula Elementary
Staff Appreciation Week is May 4-8th. If you'd like to help, please send in a gift card for coffee, food, Amazon, or classroom supplies by April 30th. Please email Mrs. Watson for more information. watsons3@lake.k12.fl.us Thank you
Calling all 3rd-5th grade Bobcats – it's time to unleash your inner champion! 🐾Lace up those sneakers and join us for an EPIC Cross Country event where you'll: ✨ Show off your Bobcat speed ✨ Run with your friends ✨ Make memories that last forever
2 months ago, Astatula Elementary
This is a flyer for 14th annual free patriot mile challenge on Saturday, April 11th starting at 9am at Tavares Middle School. It lists the race day schedule: 8:15-8:45 participants pick up race bibs and shirts. 9:00 warm ups 9:20 girl's junior patriot race 9:50 boys junior patriot race 10:30 awards presented
Florida Prepaid's annual Open Enrollment period is underway, offering families an opportunity to lock in future college costs at today's plan prices. The earlier you begin saving, the greater the long-term benefit. Take advantage of these improvements and secure your child's future today with a Florida Prepaid 529 Plan. Enroll now at https://bit.ly/4q2cpCD .
2 months ago, LCS Communications
Largest prepaid college program in the nation. Florida Prepaid. Picture of smiling girl.
Florida Prepaid's annual Open Enrollment period is underway, offering families an opportunity to lock in future college costs at today's plan prices. The earlier you begin saving, the greater the long-term benefit. Take advantage of these improvements and secure your child's future today with a Florida Prepaid 529 Plan. Enroll now at https://bit.ly/4q2cpCD .
2 months ago, LCS Communications
Largest prepaid college program in the nation. Florida Prepaid. Picture of smiling girl.
April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! The Month of the Military Family provides communities with an opportunity to honor and share gratitude for the service of military children. This year, we invite you to “Purple Up!” on April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Students and staff in schools across Florida are encouraged to participate in this celebration of the courage of military families and to honor their hard work.
2 months ago, LCS Communications
Lake County Schools Celebrates Month of the Military Family. Purple UP for Military Families. Please wear purple on April 15