💙 Fall Transition Fairs for Families of Students with Disabilities 💙

Lake-Sumter State College, in collaboration with community partners, is hosting two Transition Fairs designed to help families explore resources and opportunities for students with disabilities.

Families can connect with organizations that provide support in:
✔️ Independent Living
✔️ Job Training & Opportunities
✔️ Education & Postsecondary Options
✔️ Health Services & Social Security
✔️ Guardianship & Finances
✔️ Community Resources

📅 Tuesday, September 30th
🕓 4:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Clermont – Cooper Memorial Library (Room 108 A & B)

📅 Thursday, October 2nd
🕓 4:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Leesburg – Lake-Sumter State College, Student Services Building (Main Lobby)

✨ Don’t miss this chance to gather valuable information and meet representatives from multiple organizations who are ready to support your child’s future.
7 months ago, Tavares Elementary
Transition Fair Information
📚🍩 Grandparents Day Breakfast with Books! 🍩📚

We’re excited to invite all grandparents and guardians to join us for a special morning of donuts, coffee, juice, and quality reading time with your favorite kiddo(s)! 💕

📅 Friday, September 5th
🕰 7:30–8:15 AM
📍 TES Cafeteria

👉 RSVP here so we can plan for you: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7yduLyHAWo9tQdIOSjFg_5b7LO_4qe7ccDFL9YhornQl00Q/viewform

✨ Plus! Don’t miss our Breakfast with Books & Grandparents Photo Fundraiser 📸
Jeana B. Creative Photography will be on-site with a themed setup so you can capture these sweet memories!

📷 $30 for one digital image

🎉 Option to purchase additional images

🌟 Includes a fun themed backdrop

👉 Reserve your photo spot here: https://book.usesession.com/t/D7TciE5VIz

Let’s make this a morning to remember for our students and their loved ones! 💛🐾
7 months ago, Tavares Elementary
Breakfast with Books
Photo Fundraiser
📸✨ Today our Teachers and TAs took part in a hands-on training to learn all about the brand-new wireless document cameras coming to every classroom! Led by Jayne and Tori, our Teachers and TAs explored how to set up and use these devices, along with tips and creative ideas for making lessons more engaging and interactive for our students. 🙌 We are so excited to see how this new tool will help transform teaching and learning across our school! ❤️🐾
7 months ago, Tavares Elementary
Doc Cam Training
Doc Cam Training
Doc Cam Training
Doc Cam Training
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Doc Cam Training
Doc Cam Training
Doc Cam Training
Doc Cam Training
Doc Cam Training
🌟 Our 3rd–5th grade Bullpups and their families came out tonight for Chips & Tips Parent Night—a time to connect, learn, and support student success! 🌟 We enjoyed welcoming our students and families, sharing important information about FAST testing, and partnering together to support our Bullpups’ success. 🐾✨ A big thank you to everyone who joined us—we love working side by side with families to help our students achieve and grow! ❤️
7 months ago, Tavares Elementary
Chips & Tips Parent Night
Chips & Tips Parent Night
Chips & Tips Parent Night
Chips & Tips Parent Night
Chips & Tips Parent Night
Chips & Tips Parent Night
Chips & Tips Parent Night
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Chips & Tips Parent Night
Chips & Tips Parent Night
All Lake County public schools will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. We honor the hard work, dedication, and contributions of the American workforce that help build strong communities and a bright future for our students. Enjoy a safe and restful holiday!
7 months ago, LCS Communications
American flag at top of chalk board. Tools and a hard hat at bottom. Wording says Schools Closed Monday for Labor Day.
🍧🚚 Kona Ice is rolling into Tavares Elementary! 🚚🍧 We’re excited for our very first Kona Day of the school year on Thursday, August 28th, during recess! 🎉 Students will get the chance to enjoy a refreshing Kona Ice treat during recess. Skip the cash and pre-pay online using the QR code or code shown in the flyer. Let’s make our first Kona Day a cool one! 😎❤️
7 months ago, Tavares Elementary
Kona Ice
📅🐾 Peek at a Week 🐾📅 Here’s a quick look at what’s happening at Tavares Elementary this week! ✨ Stay connected, stay involved, and don’t miss a thing happening with our Bullpup family. ❤️
7 months ago, Tavares Elementary
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8.25.25 Peek at a Week (Translated)

Tickets are selling fast! Lake County Schools employees, students, friends, and families are headed to Gainesville to watch the Florida Gators take on the Long Island Sharks on Saturday, August 30. Join us! A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to the Education Foundation of Lake County to support Lake County Schools! Looks like it's going to be a sellout, so get your tickets today at https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty60

7 months ago, LCS Communications
Flyer says Join Gators Football, Saturday, Aug 30, 7 p.m. Florida Gatos vs LIU Sharks. Final purchase date is Aug. 29. A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to the Education Foundation of Lake County. Secure your tickets by scanning the QR code below or going to https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty60.
🎉 Popsicle Friday is back! 🎉 Join us this Friday, August 22nd, for a sweet way to cool off after a great week at TES! Popsicles will be on sale for just $1 each at the end of the school day. Thank you to our amazing PTO for making this fun tradition possible for our Bullpups! ❤️🤍🖤
7 months ago, Tavares Elementary
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📘 Pre-Order Your 2025–2026 Yearbook! 📘
This year’s TES yearbook will be hardcover—a keepsake you won’t want to miss!

💸 Order early and save:
🔹 Aug 1–31: Just $22 – Back-to-School Special!
🔹 Sept 1–Dec 31: $25
🔹 Jan 1–May 31: $28

📲 Scan the QR code or visit https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/ and use School Code: 15107526 to order.

Don't wait—prices go up throughout the year!
7 months ago, Tavares Elementary
Yearbook Pre-Order Information
✨ What an amazing kickoff to our first PTO meeting of the 2025–2026 school year! ✨ We are so thankful for the incredible turnout from our teachers and families and for the dedication of our PTO Board, whose hard work and support make such a difference for our school community. 💖 Your partnership truly helps our students and staff thrive! 📅 Couldn’t make it this time? We’d love to see even more families at our next PTO meeting on September 25—mark your calendars! And a special shout-out to our principal for unveiling our brand-new banner, proudly showing support for one of our local business partners. 🐾 Together, we Belong, Believe, and Become stronger every day!
7 months ago, Tavares Elementary
First PTO meeting of the year
Mrs. Werner with new banner

🍭❄️ Popsicle Fridays are back! ❄️🍭

Join us this Friday, August 22, 2025, for a sweet treat at the end of the school day!
Popsicles will be on sale for $1 each ✨

Come cool off, support our PTO, and kick off the weekend with something refreshing! 💙🐾

7 months ago, Tavares Elementary

📣 🐾 Peek at a Week – August 18, 2025 🐾 📣

Families, here’s a look at what’s happening this week at Tavares Elementary!
✨ Kindergarten Color Days continue – check the schedule so your child can join in the fun spirit days!
✨ Important diagnostics this week: i-Ready (Math) and Lexia (ELA).
✨ PTO Popsicle Friday is back – $1 popsicles on Friday!
✨ Don’t miss early release on Wednesday (8:30–2:00) and cheerleading practice at the pavilion.

📌 Upcoming Events:
✔️ ELL Family Night – Tuesday, August 26 @ 5:30–7:00 pm (Pizza dinner & info session)
✔️ Bullpup Chill with Kona Ice – Thursday, August 28 during recess
✔️ Chips & Tips for Grades 3–5 Families – Thursday, August 28 @ 5:30 pm

Let’s make it a great week, Bullpups! 💛💚💙🖤

8 months ago, Tavares Elementary
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📋✨ Beginning of School Year Checklist for Parents ✨📋

We know the start of a new school year can be busy! Here’s a helpful checklist to keep you organized and ready to support your child’s success. ✅

A few reminders from the list:
✔️ Stay connected with your child’s teacher through apps, email, and weekly check-ins.
✔️ Create a parent portal account to keep up with grades.
✔️ Make sure your contact information is up to date (phone, email, emergency contacts).
✔️ Share any important medical or educational plans with your child’s teacher.
✔️ Follow our school’s Facebook for important updates and announcements!

Check out the flyer below for more tips to start the year strong. 💪🐾
8 months ago, Tavares Elementary
Beginning of the Year Checklist
Translated Beginning of the Year Checklist
📣 Calling all Bullpup families! 🐾❤️ We’re kicking off the year with our first PTO meeting of 2025–26, and we’d love for you to join us! 🗓 When: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM 📍 Where: On campus – Multipurpose Room ❤️Childcare will be provided Come share your thoughts, ideas, and energy as we work together to make this school year the best yet! This is a great chance to get involved, connect with other families, and help chart the path for our Bullpups. 🐶✨ 📲 RSVP or send us a question by scanning the QR code in the flyer!
8 months ago, Tavares Elementary
PTO Meeting flyer
✨ The Sorting is Complete! 🐾 Today our 5th graders discovered their TES House and officially joined one of our four amazing teams: Altruismo, Amistad, Isibindi, or Rêveur! This exciting tradition promotes school pride, teamwork, and community spirit while giving our students a chance to build connections across grades. Each house stands for unique values, and together they make our Bullpup family stronger. ❤️🤍🖤 Our 5th graders left the sorting with huge smiles, loud cheers, and plenty of house pride! We can’t wait to see the friendships they build, the challenges they tackle, and the ways they’ll lift each other up this year.
8 months ago, Tavares Elementary
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🐾 Chips & Tips Night 🐾 Parents of our 3rd–5th grade Bullpups — mark your calendars! Join us Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 5:30–7:00 PM for FAST Parent Night. ✅ Get valuable tips to help your child succeed this school year ✅ Learn what to expect on the FAST test ✅ Discover easy strategies you can use at home to boost learning and confidence ☕ Bonus Treat: Tom’s Coffee Truck will be in the bus loop, selling coffee and drinks for you to enjoy! We can’t wait to partner with you for a strong year ahead! ❤️🤍🖤
8 months ago, Tavares Elementary
Chips & Tips Flyer
📣🐾 Hot off the Press — The August Bullpup Bark! 🐾📣 We’re kicking off the school year Bullpup Strong 💪🐾 and ready for great things ahead! This month’s edition is packed with: ✨ Important dates you won’t want to miss ✨ School updates & helpful reminders ✨ A peek at the fun and learning coming your way 📅 Stay in the loop — check it out now: 🔗 Read the August Bullpup Bark: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGuCtNn72U/mhdQuLgd-ZUKuGxCvsUi7g/view?utm_content=DAGuCtNn72U&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hae6ac758dd Let’s start this year strong, together! ❤️🤍🖤
8 months ago, Tavares Elementary
Bullpup Bark Cover
Are you ready for some football? Join Lake County Schools employees, students, friends, and families in Gainesville as the Florida Gators take on the Long Island Sharks on Saturday, August 30. A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to the Education Foundation of Lake County to support Lake County Schools! Get your tickets at https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty60
8 months ago, LCS Communications
Flyer says Join Gators Football, Saturday, Aug 30, 7 p.m. Florida Gatos vs LIU Sharks. Final purchase date is Aug. 29. A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to the Education Foundation of Lake County. Secure your tickets by scanning the QR code below or going to https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty60.

✨🍎 What a Day to Remember! 🍎✨
Monday wasn’t just our first day of school — it was also the grand debut of our beautifully renovated cafeteria! From the very first breakfast this morning to the first lunch of the year, our Bullpups’ faces lit up as they enjoyed the bright, fresh space for the very first time. 🐾❤️

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing cafeteria staff, who jumped right in and worked hard to make sure every student was served with care as they got to know their brand-new kitchen. We are so grateful for your dedication, smiles, and teamwork on this special day. 🍽️👏

Here’s to a year filled with learning, laughter, and meals in our wonderful new space! ❤️

8 months ago, Tavares Elementary
renovated cafeteria
renovated cafeteria
renovated cafeteria
Our amazing cafeteria staff.