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People leave their trash everywhere on campus.
Trash in the Courtyard
Jordan (6), Aiden (6), Walker (6), Austin (6), and Alexander (6), all posing for a photo before the race against Tuskawilla. Jordan got first in the meet out of all of the people and out of the JV Boys.
Its Gonna be cold… Not!
Croom's Academy Field Trip
Croom’s Academy Field Trip
Veterans Day
Veterans Day
Beginning Band, conducted by Mrs. Autrey, works on one of their very first songs. They just learned to play, and although they won't be auditioning for All-County this year, they are gathering the skills they will need for next year. They are learning essential scales and important skills that they will definitely need.
All County Band Auditions
November 14, 2025 Paws 52
November 14, 2025 Paws 52
Paws52 Halloween episode
Paws52 Halloween episode
Paws 52 Red Ribbon Week Update October 30, 2025
Paws 52 Red Ribbon Week Update October 30, 2025
Paws 52 Brief Red Ribbon Week update October 29, 2025
Paws 52 Brief Red Ribbon Week update October 29, 2025
Paws 52 Red Ribbon Week Update October 28, 2025
Paws 52 Red Ribbon Week Update October 28, 2025
Mandala Effect
Mandala Effect
Critter Corner Week 8
Critter Corner Week 8
Panthers Favorite Fall Treats
Panthers Favorite Fall Treats
All 3 periods of Beginning Band getting ready to preform together.
Beginning Band Concert!
On October 3rd, Mrs. T brought out her spooky side and transformed her room into the Haunted Mansion ride. She did this for the event Rock Your School, which is an initiative Get Your Teach On started six years ago to encourage teachers and schools to create an educational experience by doing something different for their students. It doesn’t have to be big! It doesn’t have to be small! It’s about TEACHERS, their students, and a community of educators celebrating the little things! “My favorite thing about doing this initiative is seeing all the looks on the students’ faces when they walk in and see my room transformed, as well as myself,” Mrs. T said.
Rock Your School ~ Mrs. T’s Edition
Beta club shows their appreciation for teachers!
Art Club
Art Club
Anthony Penn for president! With his posters and catchy commercial, he was able to get the school to vote him in for a second term.
Back for a Second Term
FCA students at their meeting
FCA: Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Gardening Club members working hard on their garden.
Gardening Club
Jordan (6), Aiden (6), Walker (6), Austin (6), and Alexander (6), all posing for a photo before the race against Tuskawilla. Jordan got first in the meet out of all of the people and out of the JV Boys.
Its Gonna be cold… Not!
The race has just begun and every one is taking off! Since they were running out of light, the Varsity and JV team both ran 1.5 miles at the same time.
First Win of Many to Come
This is the logo for PGF Super Select.
Strike Out! PGF Softball Tournament
More than a Hobby
Photo provided by LCMS administration.
JV Volleyball boys first in the District!
Croom's Academy Field Trip
Croom’s Academy Field Trip
Mandala Effect
Mandala Effect
This year, Troupe 88868 won their first Top Honors, thanks to Ace Kenny (8). Ace created a Costume Design for the show Alice In Wonderland, designing costumes for the Cheshire Cat, Alice, and the Queen of Hearts. “My favorite design was the Cheshire Cat, and I am so thankful that Mrs. T told me the questions judges may ask, because it led me to change some things about them,” Ace said.
District 2 Thespian Competition
Pigeon Key Field Trip
Pigeon Key Field Trip
8th Grade Dance
8th Grade Dance
7th Grade Murder Mystery
7th Grade Murder Mystery
More than a Hobby
Transition To A Different Band
Transition To A Different Band
"My favorite character from The Outsiders is Johnny Cade"- Junie Densberger (7). At just 16 Johnny is a vital part of the greaser gang, and just like everyone, he has his secrets. These iconic characters have been recreated in the movie and musical and continue to wow readers and audiences in many ways. This year 7th graders are loving the book just like all the generations of 7th before them.
7th Grade Outsiders Review
LCMS Student Emily Lentz is working on her civics worksheet, her partner next to her. Emily is a student in Mrs. Stone's 7th period. "It helped me understand how we made our rules and how Baron Montesquieu and John Locke thought about how government should be," Emily said.
Civics Amazing Race
6th Grade Book Nook
6th Grade Book Nook
New trends
New trends
Ms. Sanchez is helping her students with making the tortillas for a tasty treat in class!
6th Grade Tortilla Story
How do 6th graders feel about becoming 7th graders
How do 6th graders feel about becoming 7th graders
Mila holds her award after her speech won at the district competition.
Mila Kiray Wins District 4H Speech Competition

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Emily Kushnir is a 3rd year yearbook member, beginning in 6th grade. She is the Design Editor for yearbook. She likes Roblox, FNAF, and food.

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Andrew reacting to making the volleyball team

Ranveer making the volleyball team

7th grade is heading to 8th

7th grade is heading to 8th

Emily Kushnir, Ad Designer
May 10, 2025
In Ms. Swallow’s Chorus classes, students signed the song “A Better Place”. Students in Chorus not only learn how to sing, but also learn how to sign. Lilia Bennett (7th) says, “My favorite part about this experience was when we were just signing, not singing.” Signing can be super fun at times and learning to sign can be very useful in the future!

This is Chorus

Colton Fitch, Emily Kushnir, and Sophia Hammer
February 17, 2025
Red Ribbon Week

Red Ribbon Week

Colton Fitch and Emily Kushnir
October 28, 2024
Beta Club helping at the Panther Preview.

Beta Club Spotlight

Emily Kushnir
August 13, 2024
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