🐾❤️💙 BOBCAT FAMILIES — HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK! 💙❤️🐾
about 2 hours ago, Amber Estro
Sawgrass Bay Elementary “Week at a Glance” graphic for August 17–21 featuring the school’s Bobcat logo and red, white, and navy baseball theme. The schedule includes Lexia testing K–5 on Monday through Thursday, with Kindergarten and new Bobcats noted; iReady Math testing K–5 on Tuesday and Thursday; Aladdin Jr. tryouts Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30–5:00 PM; early release at 2:00 PM on Wednesday; and SAC at 5:00 PM and PTO at 5:30 PM on Thursday. Friday features the Boosterthon Bobcat Fun Run: 2nd and 3rd grade from 8:45–9:30 AM, Pre-K through 1st grade and IST K–2 from 9:45–10:30 AM, and 4th and 5th grade and IST 3–5 from 10:45–11:30 AM. The graphic closes with “Thank You for Being Part of Our Bobcat Community! Learn, Lead, and Succeed!”

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ Sawgrass Bay Elementary is hosting an Open House soon!

Check out the dates for your grade:
Sept 15: VPK–2nd Grade | 5:00–6:30 PM
Sept 22: 3rd–5th Grade | 5:00–6:30 PM

We can't wait to see our Wildcats there! 🐾

2 days ago, Amber Estro
Poster for Sawgrass Bay Elementary's Open House event. A cartoon bobcat mascot wearing a blue polo shirt. Text reads "Sawgrass Bay Elementary Open House Save the Date. September 15th for VPK - 2nd grade from 5pm - 6:30pm and September 22nd for 3rd - 5th grade from 5pm to 6:30pm. "

We can't reach our $25,000 goal without you!

Sawgrass Bay Elementary School is working on a recipe for success, and we need YOUR help to add the right ingredients:
🎯 A dash of generosity
🎉 A cup of school spirit
🍎 A whole lot of support for our students

And here's the cherry on top: One registered family from our school will win a @greatwolflodge overnight stay! Sign up at MyBooster.com to enter the sweepstakes and join the fun while helping our school reach its goal.

Help us cook up something incredible!

Help us reach our $25,000 goal this weekend! Get a NEW $70 donation this weekend for a Special Edition BONUS prize! Sign up at MyBooster.com! 😮

Collect a NEW $70 donation by Monday to earn it. Who’s in? 🙋‍♀️

Want a chance to Wolf Out? This weekend is the perfect opportunity to get entries to win a night’s stay at @greatwolflodge! One registered family from our school will win. Head to MyBooster.com to register your family and share your page today!

2 days ago, Amber Estro
Two girls in a dance studio, one smiling and raising her hand, the other holding her hand. Text says "Reach our goal!" with a link to boosterthon at MyBooster.com
A young person in a purple shirt holds a blue and yellow ring. Text reads "Bonus Prize" and "This Weekend Only!" with a link to MyBooster.com
A boy wearing blue wolf ears smiles at the camera. The background shows a blurred image of a person and a blue sign. Text says "Make waves this weekend" and "Earn a Great Wolf Lodge Day Pass for Every Student!"

🎉 LET'S GO! 🎉 Our Bobcat Fun Run starts TODAY! We're raising $25,000 for student incentives, teacher and staff appreciation, and school beautification, and every sign-up, share, and donation helps us get closer to our goal.

Great Wolf Lodge is helping make our fundraiser even more exciting! One lucky family from our school will WIN a @greatwolflodge overnight stay!! Register on MyBooster.com to be eligible, then earn additional chances to win every time you share your student's donation page. Plus, students can earn their very own Wolf Ears just for participating! 🐺 Sign up today at MyBooster.com and join the adventure!

3 days ago, Amber Estro
Promotional graphic featuring a smiling young girl covered in colorful powder running outside. Text reads: "It's Fundraising Time! Sign up today at mybooster.com."
Promotional graphic showing an excited family looking up inside a Great Wolf Lodge lobby. Text reads: "It's Go Time. Win a FREE night's stay! Sign up and share to reach our goal at mybooster.com."
Please remember that Wednesdays are early release days for Lake County Schools!
4 days ago, LCS Communications
Children wearing backpacks walk together through a brick hallway, with a yellow sign reading "Don't Forget!" and "Wednesday Early Release."

✨ Step Into the Spotlight with Sawgrass Bay Elementary Theatre Club! ✨

SBE Theatre presents Disney's Aladdin Jr., and we want YOU to be part of a whole new world! 🧞‍♂️✨ Whether your student loves acting, singing, or being part of the stage magic, mark your calendars for these important upcoming dates:


📌 Parent Information Meeting
Learn all about the upcoming season, schedule, and details!
Date: Wednesday, August 12th
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Room 147

🎭 Tryouts & Practice Dates
Practice Session: August 18th (3:30 PM – 5:00 PM)
Official Tryouts: August 20, 25, & 27 (3:30 PM – 5:00 PM)

🗓️ Save the Date for the Big Show!
Show Dates: April 30th & May 1st

📧 Questions? Contact: szuminskys@lake.k12.fl.us

8 days ago, Amber Estro
A two-panel promotional banner for SBE Theatre's presentation of Disney's Aladdin Jr. On the left side, the "Disney Aladdin Jr." logo appears over a dark blue starry background with bright light flares, along with the tagline "You've never had a friend like this!" and show dates "April 30th and May 1st". The right panel features a blue background detailing a Parent Meeting on August 12th from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM in Room 147, with a small schedule showing Practice on August 18th and Tryouts on August 20, 25, and 27.
A promotional poster with a red velvet curtain background illuminated by two bright overhead spotlights. Bold white text in the center reads "ALADDIN JR. TRYOUTS!" above a marquee-style lighted banner displaying "AUGUST 18, 20, 25, 27 | 3:30 - 5:00 PM". Text at the top reads "Theatre club needs you!!" and contact information at the bottom lists the email address "szuminskys@lake.k12.fl.us".
Join the Rays at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg on Sept. 12 as they take on the Houston Astros for Lake County Schools Suicide Prevention Night. Your ticket includes a Rays mental health awareness T-shirt. Purchase using the QR code or the following link by September 10: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty550
8 days ago, LCS Communications
Lake County Schools Rays Suicide Awareness Night, Sept. 12. Attendees receive a Tampa Bay Rays "It's Okay to Ask for Help" Shirt. By purchasing through the QR Code you will be supporting Lake County Schools. Image of player in Rays uniform. QR Code. Dark blue background.
Students can receive a **free ticket** with each paid adult admission to the Coke Zero Sugar 400! Scan the QR code or visit the link to claim this offer before **Friday, August 21, 2026**! https://www.gofevo.com/event/DIS26Back2SchoolLakeCountySchools
11 days ago, LCS Communications
Advertisement for Daytona International Speedway's Back to School Student Offer. Includes a QR code and ordering instructions.

🐾 Get Ready, Bobcats! The Boosterthon Fun Run is Coming!🐾


Get ready to run, dance, and cheer! We are less than two weeks away from our annual Bobcat Fun Run!

Our goal this year is to raise $25,000 for school improvement projects, student incentives, and showing love to our amazing teachers and staff. Every family can help us reach our goal—whether by donating or simply sharing our page with friends and loved ones!

📅 Mark Your Calendars!

August 13th — Registration & Donating Opens!
Head to https://www.mybooster.com/ to register your student, share our link, and give!

August 21st — Bobcat Fun Run Day!
Save the date—you are invited! Come out and cheer on your student as they run for Sawgrass Bay!

Thank you for partnering with us to make our school stronger than ever. We are so grateful for your energy and support!

Go Bobcats! 🐾

15 days ago, Amber Estro
Two women holding blue pompoms and smiling, standing on a football field with blurred people and buildings. Text says "Get Excited!" and "Mybooster.com".

Join Lake County Schools as a School Safety Guardian. Make a difference and help keep our students safe! Apply at https://www.lake.k12.fl.us/page/employment . Click "current job openings" and then type "Guardian" in the "Search Jobs" box.

about 1 month ago, LCS Communications
Make a difference. Help Keep Our Students Safe. Join Lake County Schools as a School Safety Guardian. Serve and support your local school district. All FDLE Certified and 144-hour Guardian Trained welcome. Full and Part-Time positions available. Apply at lake.k12.fl.us/page/employment. Questions? Contact us at safetyandsecurity@lake.k12.fl.us or 352-253-6675

☀️One Book, One Bobcat Family: Join Our Summer Reading Adventure! ☀️

Hello Bobcat Families!

This summer, every Bobcat is invited to turn the pages of the same story as we come together for our One Book, One Bobcat Family Summer Reading Challenge. As we all read The Tale of Despereaux, we'll share in the same exciting journey of courage, friendship, and hope—creating a school-wide reading experience that connects us all.
Students who complete the challenge will earn a movie ticket to our school-wide watch party in September! 🍿🎬

Here's how to participate:

Grades K–2: Enjoy the book together as a family read-aloud.
Grades 3–5: Students will read the book independently.
Complete the Story Map (attached below) and return it to your teacher at school by August 21st.

Need a copy of the book? Stop by your local Lake County Public Library to borrow one!
We hope you'll make reading together part of your summer fun. Thank you for helping us create a community of readers where every Bobcat shares the same adventure. We can't wait to celebrate everyone's reading success at our movie watch party in September!

If you have any questions, please email riccaboni@lake.k12.fl.us.

Happy Reading! Go Bobcats! 🐾📖☀️

about 1 month ago, Amber Estro
Graphic shows a summer theme background on the beach with a "One Book, One Bobcat Family" title. Summer Reading Challenge to read the Tale of Despereaux with directions to complete the challenge. K- 2nd grade students have family read aloud, 3rd through 5th grade students read independently. Directions to print out a story map attached and turn in by August 21st. Email Mrs. Riccaboni at RiccaboniB@lake.k12.fl.us for more information.
Have you registered for the Lake County Schools Trades & Transportation Hiring Event? It's not too late! We are looking for plumbers, electricians, bus drivers, mechanics, grounds workers, and technicians. Join us from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Wednesday, June 17, at East Ridge Middle School, 13201 Excalibur Road, in Clermont. We will help you learn about the many job opportunities that are available in our schools. Bring your resume and come prepared because our hiring managers will conduct interviews on-site! Register today at https://app.brazenconnect.com/a/lcs/e/62bgYCr
2 months ago, LCS Communications
Photo of trades workers and bus driver. Wording says, "Trades and Transportation Hiring Event. Join us. June 17, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Candidates will be able to meet directly with hiring managers in Maintenance, Operations, and Transportation.

Come and join us! Be a part of the Lake County Schools Vendor Networking Fair at 9 a.m. Thursday, June 11, and learn how to do business with LCS. Local businesses are welcome. We look forward to seeing you at Tavares High School for this engaging event! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfogRhXS4qZeKZQjUT7aU7LZSxkmaNFnMzQ1s9TxQmdCcPjpQ/viewform

2 months ago, LCS Communications
Vendor Networking. How to do business with Lake COunty School District. For local small, minority, and veteran owned businesses. Facilities/growth planning, maintenance, grounds, transportation, warehouse, procurement services. Thursday, June 11, 2026, 9 a.m. to noon, Tavares High School Gymnasium, 603 N. New Hampshire Ave. To attend register here: Come and join us! Be a part of Vendor Networking Fair and learn how to do business with LCS. Local businesses are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfogRhXS4qZeKZQjUT7aU7LZSxkmaNFnMzQ1s9TxQmdCcPjpQ/viewform Image includes several business logos and the LCS logo.

Come and join us! Be a part of the Lake County Schools Vendor Networking Fair at 9 a.m. Thursday, June 11, and learn how to do business with LCS. Local businesses are welcome. We look forward to seeing you at Tavares High School for this engaging event! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfogRhXS4qZeKZQjUT7aU7LZSxkmaNFnMzQ1s9TxQmdCcPjpQ/viewform

2 months ago, LCS Communications
Vendor Networking. How to do business with Lake COunty School District. For local small, minority, and veteran owned businesses. Facilities/growth planning, maintenance, grounds, transportation, warehouse, procurement services. Thursday, June 11, 2026, 9 a.m. to noon, Tavares High School Gymnasium, 603 N. New Hampshire Ave. To attend register here: Come and join us! Be a part of Vendor Networking Fair and learn how to do business with LCS. Local businesses are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfogRhXS4qZeKZQjUT7aU7LZSxkmaNFnMzQ1s9TxQmdCcPjpQ/viewform Image includes several business logos and the LCS logo.
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!
3 months 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!"
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
3 months 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."

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

4 months ago, LCS Communications
April is the month of the military family. Did you purple up today?
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.
4 months ago, LCS Communications
Lake County Schools Celebrates Month of the Military Family. Purple UP for Military Families. Please wear purple on April 15
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 .
5 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 .
5 months ago, LCS Communications
Largest prepaid college program in the nation. Florida Prepaid. Picture of smiling girl.