Lifer Spotlight Daniel ’25
This fall, Daniel ’25 will head to the University of Florida in Gainesville to continue his educational journey, one that began at Academy at the Lakes when he was 4 years old in Ms. Susie’s class. He fondly remembers building with Lincoln Logs, solving puzzles, and running around on the playground – early moments that […]
Life at the Lakes: May 2025
Here is a glimpse at Life at the Lakes in May: Teacher Appreciation Week Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! We truly can’t thank our incredible teachers enough… but we’re going to try! To every educator who makes Academy such a special place: THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Your passion, dedication, and care make all the […]
From Concept to Keepsake: How Our School Yearbook is Made
Words by Kerstin Upmeyer, M.Ed., Yearbook Advisor There is a saying in yearbook circles that people pay us to read our homework. This little saying essentially means that when you buy a yearbook, you purchase the staff’s hard work, both in class and many hours outside of it, throughout the year. It also speaks to […]
Life at the Lakes: April 2025
Here is a glimpse at Life at the Lakes in April: Weightlifting THE CHAMP IS HERE! Big congrats to CJ ’25 for an incredible showing at the State Championship! CJ, your hard work and determination continue to inspire—what a way to represent! District Track Off and Running! Our Wildcat track athletes showed OUT at the […]
Shaping Student Perspective through World Travel
Words by Colleen McCormick, Middle Division Director
Life at the Lakes: March 2025
Here is a glimpse at Life at the Lakes in March: March 5: iFly Field Trip Come fly with me! Dr. Dolan’s 6th Grade Science class took to the skies at iFly, defying gravity and exploring the science of flight! Academy students dove into the fascinating world of flight through: Interactive STEM presentations on […]
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 by gifting them a beautiful flower… or, if the opportunity […]
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 with 25 students competing in 12 healthcare-related events, and their […]
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. Information literacy is a key component in education to promote […]
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 Lightning game! From meeting pro journalists and former players, to […]