Please remember our early dismissal schedule this week. All Lake County schools will follow a Wednesday dismissal schedule on Wednesday, May 27; Thursday, May 28; and Friday, May 29, which is the last day of school. Mark your calendars, plan accordingly, and prepare for a great summer break!
1 day ago, LCS Communications
Illustration shows a starfish, beach bag with a pineapple and sunglasses sticking out, a red and white life preserver, and the LCS logo around the border with a "Don't forget" memo at the top. Wording says, " Early Dismissal: Wednesday, May 27, Thursday, May 28, Friday, May 29. Follow Wednesday Dismissal times all three days. Last day of classes is Friday, May 29. Have a great summer break!"

We want to wish all of our Silver Knights, families, staff, and community members a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedom.

Reminder: There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, May 25, 2026.

3 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
A patriotic Memorial Day graphic from Oak Park Middle School featuring the official Silver Knights mascot standing beside an American flag. The graphic reads, “Happy Memorial Day” and honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. A banner at the bottom reminds families that there is no school on Monday, May 25, 2026. The design uses red, white, blue, and silver colors with a respectful memorial theme.
🎓 NEW THIS YEAR, 8th Grade Parents! 🎓

8th-grade students will have their picture taken in a promotional gown and displayed on the big screens during the promotion ceremony!

Families will also have the opportunity to purchase:
📸 Their student’s individual picture
🖥️ The promotion slide used during the ceremony
🎞️ The full promotion photo slideshow

💲Cost: Only $5

More information coming soon, Silver Knight families! 💙⚔️
5 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
A square navy blue, gold, and white promotional graphic for Oak Park Middle School’s 8th grade promotion ceremony. The graphic features a smiling student wearing a blue promotion gown, along with text announcing that 8th graders will have their picture taken in a promotional gown and displayed on the big screens during promotion. It advertises a $5 package that includes the student’s individual picture, the promotion slide used during the ceremony, and the full promotion photo slideshow. The graphic includes “Class of 2030” displays, graduation-themed icons, and the phrase “More Information Coming Soon!”
The latest edition of "The Current" has been published! Catch up on the Lake County Schools news you might have missed, and subscribe to have it emailed to you every quarter! See the May 2026 edition here: https://tinyurl.com/4xahf462
6 days ago, LCS Communications
Images of two newsletter pages. Wording says, "Check out "The Current," Lake County Schools' New Community Newsletter. Discover the achievements of our students and employees, and stay connected to the great things happening in our schools. Scan below for the May 2028 edition.Scan here to subscribe, and have THE Current emailed to you every quarter."
💚 Together, Let’s Wear Green! 💚
Oak Park Middle School invites students, staff, families, and community members to wear GREEN on Thursday, May 14 in recognition of National Mental Health Awareness Day.
Mental health matters, and small acts of kindness, support, and encouragement can make a big difference in someone’s life. Together, we can help break the stigma and remind others that they are never alone.
At the Castle, we BELIEVE in supporting one another and building a stronger, kinder community for all. 💚
#MentalHealthAwareness #WearGreen #OPMSSilverKnights #BelieveLearnLead #MentalHealthMatters #YouAreNotAlone
14 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Square graphic with a green mental health awareness ribbon and the words “Together, Let’s Wear Green!” in large blue and green lettering. The graphic promotes wearing green on Thursday, May 14 for National Mental Health Awareness Day. Additional messages encourage kindness, support, and awareness, including phrases such as “Be Kind,” “Be Supportive,” “Be Aware,” and “You are NOT ALONE. We are stronger together.” Oak Park Middle School branding and school colors of royal blue and green are featured throughout the design.
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the amazing moms, grandmothers, guardians, and mother figures in our Oak Park Middle School community! 💐

Thank you for the love, encouragement, strength, and support given each and every day to our Silver Knights. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom and helps shape bright futures for our students.

Wishing all mothers a day filled with love, joy, and appreciation. 💙

#HappyMothersDay #OakParkMiddleSchool #SilverKnights #BelieveLearnLead
17 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
A floral Mother’s Day graphic from Oak Park Middle School featuring soft pink flowers and greenery around the border. The center reads “Happy Mother’s Day!” in large navy blue and pink lettering. Below is a message thanking mothers for their love, strength, and endless support. The official Oak Park Middle School knight logo appears near the bottom above the words “Strong Minds. Kind Hearts. Bright Futures.” The design uses the school colors of royal blue, silver, and soft pink accents.
Teacher Appreciation Week at Oak Park Middle School has been filled with smiles, laughter, good food, sweet treats, and moments that remind us just how special our educators truly are. 💙🍎

From lunch spreads to Mystic Ice Cream and time spent together as a school family, this week has been all about celebrating the incredible teachers and staff members who pour their hearts into our Silver Knights every single day.

Thank you for inspiring, encouraging, supporting, and believing in our students. The impact made inside and outside the classroom does not go unnoticed.

Oak Park Middle School is grateful for each and every one of you. 💙
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #OPMSSilverKnights #BelieveLearnLead #ThankATeacher #OneCastleOneFamily
17 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Collage-style Teacher Appreciation graphic featuring five photos from Oak Park Middle School staff celebration events. The center of the image reads “Happy Teacher Appreciation!” with colorful handwritten-style text and doodles. Photos show teachers and staff enjoying meals together, grilling food outdoors, and visiting the Mystic Ice Cream truck. Decorative school-themed graphics include books, pencils, hearts, and stars. A banner at the bottom says, “We appreciate you more than words can say!”
🛡️ Chromebook Return Days at The Castle! 💻

Attention Silver Knights! It’s time to return your Chromebooks. Please make note of your grade-level return date:
📅 8th Grade: Monday, May 18
📅 6th Grade: Tuesday, May 19
📅 7th Grade: Wednesday, May 20

⚠️ Important Reminders:
✔️ Bring your Chromebook AND charger
✔️ Remove all stickers & personal items
✔️ Fines will be issued for damages or missing items
✔️ All devices must be returned before the last day of school

Let’s finish the year strong and take care of our devices! 💙
23 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
A blue and silver, medieval-themed graphic announces Chromebook Return Days for Oak Park Middle School. It lists: 6th Grade – Tuesday, May 19; 7th Grade – Wednesday, May 20; 8th Grade – Monday, May 18. A reminder section instructs students to bring their Chromebook and charger, remove stickers and personal items, and notes that fines will be issued for damages or missing items. The graphic includes castle imagery, shield icons, and the motto “Believe | Learn | Lead.”
Today we Leveled Up! To rally our students and staff for testing we got together to ease some stress! We raced in relays, pop some bubbles, and Leveled Up our guest with Leesburg QB Wyatt Rector!
26 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Level Up Pep Rally
Congratulations to our Silver Knight - Adbiel Moya Perez! Today, Adbiel received the award for being the Top Goal Scorer in Lake County for Soccer. We are so proud of our Silver Knight and our soccer team!
26 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
Abdiel Moya Perez with his soccer coaches after earning the top goal scorer of Lake County Trophy
Principal Appreciation Day brings a meaningful opportunity to recognize Dr. Tammy Langley and the impact felt across Oak Park Middle School.

Strong leadership, steady presence, and a deep commitment to students and staff help shape the culture of “the Castle” each day. High expectations, support, and care continue to create a place where growth happens and success is possible.

At Oak Park Middle School, the work reflects a clear purpose:
“We believe in all of our Silver Knights. We are here to help them learn, so that one day they can lead in their communities.”

👑 Happy Principal Appreciation Day, Dr. Langley!
26 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
A professional appreciation graphic honoring Dr. Tammy Langley, principal of Oak Park Middle School. The design features Dr. Langley smiling in a white shirt on the right side of the image against a black and gold gradient background. On the left, large text reads “Happy Principal Appreciation Day,” followed by a message thanking Dr. Langley for her leadership and dedication. The bottom section includes a statement about her lasting impact on students, staff, and the school community. The official Oak Park Middle School logo, showing a silver knight with a blue cape and the words “Believe. Learn. Lead.”, is displayed in the lower right corner.

📅 Mark Your Calendar, Silver Knights! ⚔️

State testing is right around the corner—let’s finish the year strong! 💪📚

📝 Testing Dates:
• FAST PM3 Reading – May 5
• 8th Grade Science Assessment – May 7
• FAST PM3, Algebra I & Geometry EOC – May 12
• 7th Grade Civics EOC – May 14

Now is the time to focus, prepare, and give it your all!
Get plenty of rest, charge your Chromebook, and come ready to succeed!

💙 We BELIEVE in you, Knights!
⚔️ Let’s show what the Castle can do!

#OPMS #SilverKnights #BelieveLearnLead #TestingReady #KnightsSucceed

29 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
A square school announcement graphic with a blue, silver, and gold color scheme featuring a knight mascot on the left side. At the top, the text reads “Mark Your Calendar!” alongside the Florida FAST logo. The center of the graphic lists important testing dates: FAST PM3 Reading on May 5, 8th Grade Science Assessment on May 7, FAST PM3 Math and Algebra I and Geometry End-of-Course exams on May 12, and 7th Grade Civics on May 14. Each test is paired with a subject icon and a bold date box. The bottom of the graphic includes the phrases “Knights Prepare. Perform. Succeed!” and “Focus. Prepare. Do Your Best. Be a Knight.”

⚽🔥🏰 DISTRICT PLAYOFF GAME #1 — TONIGHT!⚔️🔥

HISTORY HAS BEEN MADE… and the journey isn’t over!
Our Silver Knights finished the season 9–1 — the BEST record in school history! 👑

💪 Our Silver Knights are ready to take the next step and continue their historic run as they face the Aurelia M. Cole Trailblazers!

⏰ April 28th, 6:00 PM
📍 Sleepy Hollow Sports Complex
🎟 Tickets: $5
🎉 OPMS Students: FREE!

⚡ Pack the stands. Bring the energy. DEFEND THE CASTLE. ⚡

#SilverKnights #OPMS #KnightPride #OPMSSoccer #TheCastle #AllIn

29 days ago, Oak Park Middle School
### ADA Alt Text Graphic promoting a district soccer playoff game. The design features a dramatic stadium background with bright lights and blue lightning effects. Large text reads “District Soccer Playoff Game #1.” On the left is the Oak Park Middle School Silver Knights knight mascot, and on the right is the Aurelia M. Cole Academy Trailblazers logo in purple and black. Game details shown include “Tonight, April 28,” “Game starts at 6:00 PM,” and location “Sleepy Hollow Sports Complex.” Ticket information states “Tickets $5” and “Oak Park students enter for $0.” The bottom reads “One Team. One Castle. All In.”
Reminder! We have another session of Level-Up Bootcamp tomorrow from 9-12! Test prep for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade!
about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
Reminder for Level Up Bootcamp from 9-12
Congratulations to Oak Park Middle Schools Take Stock in Children Recipients - Jacinta Bell and Jada Mitchell
about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
Jacinta Bell and Jada Mitchell of Oak Park Middle School are recipients of the Take Stock in Children scholarships
Level-Up Test Prep Bootcamp! Drop your students off at the front at 9:00 A.M. on Saturday April 18th, April 25th, and May 2nd to receive some final push test prep strategies before the big tests in May! Level-Up Bootcamp ends at 12:00 P.M. - Snacks are provided!
about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
Level-Up Bootcamp Flyer
Our NJHS started a new Kindness Cart this year – to share some smiles and snacks with our teachers and staff members!

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about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
NJHS Kindness Cart - Students from NJHS sharing snacks and smiles with faculty and staff.
⏳⚔️ The countdown continues, Silver Knights! ⚔️⏳

Today marks 32 days left for our incredible 8th graders! 🎉

A big shoutout to Rosalie N., who had the honor of removing a link from the chain and updating our countdown board today! 🔗👏 Each link brings us closer to the end of an unforgettable journey.

The quest is almost complete… 🏰✨

🎥 Watch our students take part in the countdown here:
https://canva.link/88eo102e9swldkm

Let’s keep pushing forward and finish strong, Silver Knights! 💙⚔️
about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
A medieval-themed graphic displays a countdown for 8th grade students with the title “Days Left for Our 8th Grade Silver Knights” and the phrase “The Quest is Almost Complete.” The design features a knight in armor, castle imagery, torches, and blue and silver banners. A central shield shows a question mark where the number of days remaining is updated daily. The phrase “Believe • Learn • Lead” appears at the bottom. The display represents 32 days remaining in the countdown.

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 1 month ago, LCS Communications
April is the month of the military family. Did you purple up today?
Leesburg Elementary Community Schools is hosting a special evening for families to learn how everyday conversations can build strong readers!

🗓 April 16, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Open to K–8 Families

✨ Dinner provided
✨ Childcare provided
✨ FREE books for families

Strong readers start with strong conversations! Come explore simple, powerful strategies—like interactive read-alouds and effective questioning—that you can start using at home right away.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more and get involved!

Let’s grow readers—one conversation at a time. 💙💛
about 1 month ago, Oak Park Middle School
A flyer for a family literacy event hosted by Leesburg Elementary Community Schools titled “Talk Today. Read Tomorrow.” The event will take place on April 16, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM and is open to K–8 families. The flyer highlights that dinner, childcare, and free books will be provided. The message emphasizes that strong readers start with strong conversations and invites families to learn strategies to build literacy through everyday talk, including interactive read-alouds and questioning techniques. The flyer includes logos for Leesburg Elementary, Oak Park Middle School, Lake County Schools, and the Lake County Education Association, along with a QR code for more information.