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May 2025 Life at the Lakes

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,...
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From Concept to Keepsake: How Our School Yearbook is Made

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...
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April 2025 Life at the Lakes

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! 2x State Champion 1st Place – Olympic Discipline 2nd Place – Traditional Discipline Named Best Overall...
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Shaping student perspective through world travel. An Academy Signature Program.

Shaping Student Perspective through World Travel

Words by Colleen McCormick, Middle Division Director Travel, whether it is to Disney, the Grand Canyon, or to another country brings with it experiences that not only create cherished memories but provide opportunities to learn about a new culture and potentially about oneself. Academy at...
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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...
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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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Off to the Junior Olympics! Big congratulations to recent grad Luke M. ’25 who struck GOLD in the javelin at the AAU Regional Championships in Orlando! His outstanding performance has earned him a spot at the Junior Olympics in Texas, where he’ll compete against some of the best javelin throwers in the world. This achievement wraps up an incredible year for Luke, who also made it to the State Finals earlier this season. We couldn’t be prouder!Way to go, Luke — Texas, here he comes! ... See MoreSee Less
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Opportunity Knocks!What an amazing accomplishment for recent grads CJ '25 and Sharanya '25, who qualified to compete at the USAW National Championships in Colorado Springs!These two aren’t just strong—they’re elite, ranking among the top weightlifters in the entire country! 🥈 CJ brought home a Silver National Championship medal in the snatch event with an incredible 282-pound lift!The experience didn’t stop on the platform—CJ and Sharanya trained at the Olympic Training Center, rubbing shoulders with Team USA and Olympic athletes. When they weren’t lifting, they explored Colorado’s natural beauty—caves, canyons, and national parks included! We’re beyond proud of these two. #youmatterhere #weightlifting #usaweightlifting #olympictrainingcenter #topschool #bestschool #funschool #coolschool #USAW #nationalchampionship #silvermedalist ... See MoreSee Less
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A Year to Remember! What a ride it’s been for Wildcats Athletics! From unforgettable team championships to inspiring individual triumphs, this year will go down as one of the most successful in our school's history. Let’s rewind, relive the highlights, and celebrate everything our Wildcats achieved. #youmatterhere #highschoolsports #schoolspirit #schoolpride #statechamp #golf #soccer #volleyball #track #football #softball #swimming #tennis #weightlifting #topschool #coolschool #bestschool ... See MoreSee Less
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Taking the lead!We’re proud to announce that several of our rising juniors were selected to participate in the HOBY Youth Leadership Conference of West Florida!Congratulations to Will A., Sam B., Ycenia G., and Jax S. for taking part in this powerful 3-day seminar at Eckerd College. These exceptional student ambassadors engaged in thought-provoking dialogue, skills-based workshops, and collaborative activities—all designed to unlock their leadership potential.Through the HOBY experience, they gained insight into their strengths, developed their personal leadership values, and learned to amplify the unique abilities of others. This is what it looks like to invest in tomorrow’s changemakers! #youmatterhere #leaders #greatschool #bestschool #YouthLeadership #topschool #leadershipconference ... See MoreSee Less
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Dream team!The heart and soul of any early childhood classroom? The incredible educators who bring it to life Meet Ms. Vanessa and Ms. Becky — a dynamic duo who have been teaching side-by-side for over a decade. Individually, they are exceptional. Together? Absolutely magical. Their classroom is a place where learning, laughter, and love come together seamlessly. From nurturing social skills to sparking academic curiosity, they do it all — with play and joy leading the way!We’re beyond lucky to have these two guiding our littlest learners. #youmatterhere #earlychildhoodlearning #earlychildhooddevelopment #preK #topschool #greatschool #bestschool #coolschool #funschool #loveoflearning ... See MoreSee Less
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