As we step into the second week of the second semester (Days 96–99), we do so with renewed energy, purpose, and gratitude. Today we pause in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a moment to reflect on the enduring legacy of courage, service, and hope that continues to guide our work with students every day. His reminder that meaningful change is both possible and necessary aligns powerfully with the mission we live out in our schools.

Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students enjoyed being celebrated for their accomplishments! These students showed growth from PM1 to PM2 on either ELA, Math, or both! We are incredibly proud of the hard work our students and teachers have put into learning and growth during the first half of the school year!

Narcoossee Elementary School integrates Advancement Via Individual Determination or AVID in all classrooms. AVID integrates college readiness skills, like organization, writing, inquiry, collaboration, and reading (WICOR), directly into all elementary classrooms to build a strong foundation for academic success, fostering a growth mindset, and closing achievement gaps early. It focuses on teaching students essential skills such as structured notetaking, self-advocacy, higher-level thinking, and goal setting, preparing them for future college and career opportunities through consistent strategies across all subjects and grade levels. We are extending our AVID Awareness Contest to January 31st! Any family that submits a picture of your child’s "AVID Theo" with a background that represents AVID will be entered into a drawing for gift cards or other prizes.

Congratulations to our first winners (pictured below):

Cole Morales (4th grade) – $10 Amazon Gift Card

Amelia Partain (Kindergarten) – $10 Dairy Queen Gift Card

Remember, AVID Theo must be in the picture! Examples of AVID backgrounds include:

Send your submissions to Leslie.Lebron@osceolaschools.net.