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Feb 2025 Life at the Lakes

Life at the Lakes: February 2025

Here is a glimpse at Life at the Lakes in February: February 10 – 14  – RAK Week Flower power! RAK Week wouldn’t be complete without our favorite tradition—Flower vs. Flour! This fun-filled event gives students the chance to show love for their amazing teachers...
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Life at the Lakes: January 2025

The new year is underway! Here is a glimpse at Life at the Lakes in January:   January 18: HOSA Regional Competition Exciting News from HOSA’s (Heath Occupations Students of America) Regional Competition! Our future healthcare leaders are shining bright! We had an incredible turnout...
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Information Literacy in Education

Information Literacy in Education

Words by Julianna Speer, Director of Library Services Our access to information through technology and the internet is an amazing advancement to an interconnected world. The ability to receive and communicate information is both quicker and more necessary than ever within every level of society....
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Life at the Lakes: December 2024

Here is a glimpse at Life at the Lakes in December:   December 5 – Lightning Visit It’s nice on ice! What an unforgettable experience for our Sports Broadcasting students as they got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to put on a...
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Financial Aid 101: Finding the Right Value for You

Financial Aid 101: Finding the Right Value for You

Words by Deborah Pitcairn, Director of College Counseling Every student and family has its particular goals and priorities regarding the pursuit of higher education.  Some are concerned more with career training goals and getting a job in their field as soon as they graduate. Others...
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Writing Your Way In How to Write a Memorable College Admissions Essay

Writing Your Way In: How to Write a Memorable College Admissions Essay

Words by Kim Vreeland, Director of Marketing and Communications Ask high school juniors (and their parents) what’s on their minds, and they’ll likely share their concern about the college application process. Over nearly three decades of teaching high school students, I’ve witnessed dramatic changes— everything...
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curtain call

Curtain Call

Our Senior Thespian Troupe was back at it, showing off their incredible talent at the District 14 Thespy Festival! From captivating solos to dynamic group performances, our Academy actors gave shining performances.  Here is the impressive list of Academy students who received accolades for their...
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November 2024 Life at the Lakes Featured Image

Life at the Lakes: November 2024

Here is a glimpse at Life Academy at the Lakes in November: November 1: Founders’ Day How it all began! Happy Founders’ Day! Today, we’re celebrating our amazing school and the incredible people who have shaped Academy into what it is today. At our all-school...
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Life at the Lakes October 24

Life at the Lakes: October 2024

Life at the Lakes in October was exciting and full of Wildcat Pride and traditions! Here is a glimpse at what happened this month:   October 21: Buddy Reading Day Another great day in the books! Buddy Reading Day is always a highlight as our...
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Welcome Letter from Joaquin '25

Welcome Letter from Joaquin ’25

  Dear families,  Welcome to Academy at the Lakes.  You’ve made the right choice! As a student here for 4 years, I can tell you there isn’t a community more creative, innovative, and kind than this one. This school has a special place for every...
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A collage of photos with Lexi and Kendra playing softball at AATL and in college with the words Wildcats at the World Series in the middle

Wildcats at the World Series

Words by Brad Shellgren   In the biggest game of the year, on the biggest stage in the sport, Lexi Kilfoyl stepped into the pitcher’s circle at the College World Series and felt sentimental. Not exactly the normal emotion one would expect in a pressure-packed...
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World Champion Odyssey of the Mind team

World Champions!

Academy at the Lakes is now home to a World Champion Odyssey of the Mind team! Last month, The Odyssey of the Mind Technical Team as well as our other state championship team, the Performance Team, made the trip to Ames, Iowa, to compete with...
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Shoutout to our amazing Wildcats! Some of our brightest students recently traveled to St. Leo University for the prestigious Quiz Bowl Challenge, and as always, they represented us with excellence!Academy was one of 8 private schools in the Tampa Bay region competing for the top spot. After surviving the intense morning session, our Wildcats advanced to the Final Round! Though we finished strong in 3rd place, our students proved they were worthy competitors every step of the way. As a special bonus, Fox 13 News was on hand covering the event — must've been a big deal! #youmatterhere #quizbowl #brainiacs #stleouniversity #topschool #BestSchool #premierschool ... See MoreSee Less
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Who ya got?Like millions of fans across the country, our Academy students and staff are all in on the NCAA tournament! To join the fun, we went around campus asking people which team they think will take home the trophy—and why. The answers were as varied as they were entertaining! Some chose their alma mater, while others took advice from their household pets. 🐾 Whether serious or silly, everyone had a unique take on the tournament, and we couldn't help but laugh.Check out the fun moments we captured, and let us know: Who’s your pick to win it all this year? ... See MoreSee Less
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