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Earth Day
Earth Day
Symphonic band performs last at the end of year concert.
Final Band Concert of the Year
2 more teachers join our LCMS staff
Dr. Laudani (pictured on the left) and 10 teachers receive checks to support programs at LCMS. Superintendent Serita Beaman attended to recognize her staff along with the Oviedo Women's Club President Roberta McQueen. (pictured right)
Oviedo Women’s Club helps LCMS teachers
Prince Eric (Evan Lam) finds Ariel (Elina Garcia) washed up on the shore.
LCMS Theatre Students Wow Audiences
Paws52
Paws52
Paws52
Paws52
Calling all 8th graders!
Calling all 8th graders
The Chicken Jockey Effect
The Chicken Jockey Effect
The LCMS Jazz band warms up in the Hagerty High School courtyard.
LCMS’ Jazz Band Performs at Jazz Under the Stars
The 8th graders look over the 7 Mile Bridge in the Florida Keys. Grace Longsworth said, "The view was so pretty. The water was so clear." (Photo by Ms. Heckle)
Pigeon Key Trip
Meet Your Designers
Meet Your Designers
Creative Writing Club
Creative Writing Club
Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books
Eleanor Cronin (8) explains to the Beta members what she needs them to do.
Beta Club
Here, the students in the club were watching a presentation.
Animal Adventures Club
The council discusses and collaborates on ideas for the school. Audrey Hu (7th grade representative) said, “It’s going great this year and it’s really fun to be in!”
Student Council Discusses December Spirit Days
Coach Braun gives her team a pep talk.
JHMS vs. LCMS basketball
The Cross country runners are lined up and ready for an at home meet against Tuskawilla
Cross Country
LCMS vs JHMS Volleyball
LCMS vs JHMS Volleyball
Pre-8th Grade Dance
Pre-8th Grade Dance
“It was a hard school year, so I’m looking forward to summer,” said Grace Longsworth. (Left) “I feel nervous but happy at the same time since we’re about to start high school soon, but I’m glad I get to move on to a different, new place,” said Aili Orellano-Ocasio. (Right)
8th Grade Reactions
The 8th graders look over the 7 Mile Bridge in the Florida Keys. Grace Longsworth said, "The view was so pretty. The water was so clear." (Photo by Ms. Heckle)
Pigeon Key Trip
In Ms. Maher's first period class La'nasia Echavarria and Ilanna Krzeminski are cutting open their frog to find out that it was pregnant. "I was so surprised when I found out the frog was pregnant and was filled with eggs" Ilanna Krzeminski said.
Frog Dissection Day
8th Grade Panthers gather in the Growl Grill waiting patiently for their A-Honor Roll Certificate. "I was so excited to collect my certificate," said Alex Wehbe.
8th Graders’ A-Honor Roll Begins
7th grade is heading to 8th
7th grade is heading to 8th
Mila holds her award after her speech won at the district competition.
Mila Kiray Wins District 4H Speech Competition
6th Grade's Summer Plans
6th Grade’s Summer Plans
Mila Kiray Wins the Sixth Grade 4H Speech
Mila Kiray Wins the Sixth Grade 4H Speech

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Coach Braun gives her team a pep talk.

JHMS vs. LCMS basketball

Isabella Alfaro • April 11, 2025

The basketball game everyone at school was waiting for finally happened. Lawton Chiles went against Jackson Heights this Wednesday and put in their best effort for a win. Unfortunately, both the boys and...

The Cross country runners are lined up and ready for an at home meet against Tuskawilla

Cross Country

Nicole DeRidder, Editor-in-Chief • December 17, 2024

JV boys- Oct. 30 v. South Seminole: Win Nov. 6 v. Tuskawilla: Win Nov. 13 v. Indian trails: Win JV girls- Oct. 30 v. South Seminole: Win Nov....

LCMS vs JHMS Volleyball

LCMS vs JHMS Volleyball

Sadie Slater, Design Editor • September 22, 2024

On the night of September 25th, LCMS’ very own boys and girls volleyball teams competed with the crosstown rivals, Jackson Heights. After a tough match with Jackson Heights girl’s volleyball...

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