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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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Academy at the Lakes Odyssey of the Mind Teams Shine at Regionals! On Saturday, February 15th, our Academy teams brought their creativity, perseverance, and team spirit to the Regional Odyssey of the Mind Tournament — and the results speak for themselves! All 4 Upper Division Academy teams earned 1st place in their problem and division!The Problem 5 Team earned an OMer Award for their creative and artistic costumingEryn M. from the Problem 1 Team earned an OMer Award for commitment and perseveranceThe Problem 3 Team, featuring two of our World Champion team members, earned the prestigious Ranatra Fusca Award for exceptional creativity (one of only two given in all three divisions at this year's Regional Competition)!Additionally, 6 of our senior students were awarded scholarships from the Gulf Coast Odyssey of the Mind program! Huge congrats to Alaina H., Ben H., Henry L., Eryn M., Brianna M., and Riley M.!Our Primary teams (coached by high school students) also had an incredible first Odyssey experience!Next stop — State Competition in Orlando on April 12th! We couldn’t be more proud of our students’ hard work and dedication! #odysseyofthemind ##problemsolving #offtostates #regionalchamps #youmatterhere #greatschool #bestschool #topschool #letsgo ... See MoreSee Less
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This math adds up!Big shoutout to the 7th and 8th Grade Math Team for taking FIRST place at the Regional Championships this past weekend! After surviving THREE intense rounds of competition, they emerged victorious and are headed to STATES in March! Special recognition to Jayden C. '29 for placing 4th overall as an Individual competitor! Congrats to everyone who participated and contributed to this amazing achievement! Keep up the great work, team! #MathClub #MathTeam #problemsolving #youmatterhere #regionalchamps #topschool #bestschool #greatschool #MathWiz ... See MoreSee Less
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