Princeton Elementary-OCPS

08/11/2026

Our newest Panthers are officially starting their Kindergarten journey TODAY! 🥹🎉 We know this is a BIG moment for our little Panthers and their families.

After you walk your Kindergartener to class this morning, don’t rush off! Our wonderful Princeton PTA invites all Kindergarten parents and guardians to join us for our “Boo Hoo, Yahoo!” Breakfast in the STEM Lab immediately following drop-off. Location has changed from media center to the STEM lab which is on the Kindergarten hallway. ☕🍎

Whether you’re feeling a little “Boo Hoo” 😢 because your baby is starting Kindergarten or a big “Yahoo!” 🎉 because they’re beginning this exciting new adventure, we hope you’ll join us!

📍 Princeton STEM Lab
⏰ TODAY—Immediately following Kindergarten drop-off

Come enjoy breakfast, meet other Kindergarten families, and celebrate this very special milestone! 💙💛

Welcome to Kindergarten, Panthers! Let the adventure begin! 🐾📚✨

07/25/2026

Help me give the BIGGEST Princeton Panther welcome to the newest members of our Panther Family! 💛💙

Our Princeton family just keeps getting bigger, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome these amazing new Panthers to our school family! Each new face brings new talents, new dreams, and endless possibilities, and we are so grateful they have chosen to call Princeton home.

Drop a message in the comments to celebrate our newest Panthers and show them just how special the Princeton Family truly is! We can't wait to make incredible memories together this year!

07/23/2026

07/21/2026

🎉 BIG PANTHER NEWS! 💙💛

Please join us in congratulating our very own Principal Kimberly Elkins on being selected as one of only THREE elementary principals chosen as a 2026–2027 Orange County Public Schools Principal of the Year Nominee! 🏆

This incredible honor is a reflection of Ms. Elkins’ unwavering commitment to excellence, her passion for student success, and the love she pours into our Princeton Panthers every single day. Her servant leadership, dedication to our staff, students, and families, and vision for what Princeton can achieve continue to inspire our entire community.

As Ms. Elkins moves forward in the selection process, she will now compete for a spot among the Top 3 finalists in the district.

Please join us in wishing her the very best of luck as she continues this exciting journey! We are so proud to have her leading Princeton Elementary and know that she represents our Panther family with excellence, heart, and determination.

Congratulations, Ms. Elkins! Your Princeton family is cheering you on every step of the way! 💙💛🐾

07/20/2026

Princeton families, we have a wonderful opportunity to support students across our community while enjoying a delicious bagel!

Our friends at Jeff's Bagel Run – College Park are hosting a Back-to-School Supply Drive from July 20 through August 2 to help local schools collect much-needed classroom supplies for the upcoming school year.

Here's how you can help:
📍 Visit Jeff's Bagel Run – College Park
🎒 Donate new school supplies such as:

Pencils
Crayons
Glue Sticks
Granola Bars
Binders
Notebook Paper
And other classroom essentials!

🎉 As a thank you, for every donation you make, you'll receive a FREE Bagel & Spread Card to use on your next visit!

Every donation, no matter how big or small, helps ensure students in our community have the supplies they need for a successful start to the school year.

A huge thank you to Jeff's Bagel Run – College Park for giving back to our local schools and supporting students throughout our community. We are so grateful for community partners who make a difference!

If you're stopping by for your favorite bagel between July 20 and August 2, consider bringing along a few school supplies to help a student start the year ready to learn.

Thank you for helping make a difference!

07/01/2026

Dear Princeton Staff and Families,

I am thrilled to share that Princeton Elementary has earned an "A" school grade for the 2025–2026 school year!

This outstanding achievement reflects the dedication of our incredible Panthers, the passion and expertise of our exceptional teachers and staff, the unwavering support of our families, and the strength of our entire Princeton community. This recognition belongs to each and every one of you, and I could not be more proud of what we have accomplished together.

As we prepare to celebrate 100 years of excellence during the upcoming school year, we remain unwavering in our commitment to providing every Panther with exceptional learning experiences that foster academic achievement, strong character, and a lifelong love of learning. While we celebrate this milestone, we also look ahead with excitement as we continue building on Princeton's proud legacy and pursuing even greater success.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for continuing to choose Princeton Elementary. Your trust, partnership, and belief in our school mean more than words can express. I am honored to serve this incredible community, and I look forward to another amazing year as we continue our tradition of excellence together.

05/22/2026

Today, Princeton proudly welcomed back this year’s graduating seniors as they walked the halls where their educational journey first began in kindergarten. Seeing our former students return reminds us that the Panther spirit never fades.

They are proof that “Once a Panther, Always a Panther” is more than just words, it’s a lifelong connection, a family, and a tradition of excellence. Watching these graduates come full circle fills our hearts with pride and excitement for all they will accomplish in the future.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 , your Panther family will always be cheering you on!

05/09/2026

We need a volunteer to help keep our fish tank in the front office clean! Please contact Ms. Elkins if you’re interested. 🐠

04/06/2026