Lawton Chiles Middle School - Seminole County Public Schools

After 9 days of intense instruction, the Oviedo Area Schhol Summer Band Camp held their End of Camp Concert today. Incoming and returning students from Lawton Chiles and Jackson Heights participated. Thank you to our band directors from LCMS, JHMS & HHS for an amazing camp. We can't wait ti see all of our musicians in August! (Videos in the comments range from beginners' 1st note in front of an audience to Jazz Rock from our most experienced players) 🐾

🐢We are excited to offer the 8th grade students the opportunity to go to Pigeon Key, which is located on a remote island in the Florida Keys.

🦀You will get the chance to explore various marine habitats, feed sharks, ride on a 35' catamaran, and snorkel a coral reef. Below is information regarding cost. It includes transportation, lodging with meals, snorkel gear, T-shirt, and educational materials / supplies. Please see the flyer below and scan the QR Code or click here for more information: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1xGvOIwXk8zRwE-aC0od5JrjsqLNl25AhbirQl0YB6NI/edit?slide=id.p =id.p

🐬Dates: Thursday thru Saturday, April 8 - 10, 2027
Location: 1090 Overseas Highway, Marathon FL 33050
Price: $900.00, which can be paid in installments using My School Bucks

🐡1st Payment: $300.00 (NON-REFUNDABLE unless the trip is canceled by the school)
Due: September 25, 2026
https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZI5ZOKY9Z04VE4_ZZ5X54WULVTT3TZ

🐠2nd Payment: $300.00
Due: December 18, 2026

🐟Final Payment: $300.00
Due: January 29, 2027

🦐Please scan the QR code on the flyer below or click here for more information: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1xGvOIwXk8zRwE-aC0od5JrjsqLNl25AhbirQl0YB6NI/edit?slide=id.p =id.p

🚍 Now Hiring School Bus Drivers! 🚍
Seminole County Public Schools
We are looking for dedicated individuals to become school bus drivers.
This is a great opportunity to enjoy a rewarding career with a chance to positively impact students every day.
📅 Job Fair Date: Thursday, June 11
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: 822 E. SR 434, Winter Springs, FL
💵 Starting Pay: $20.03 per hour
We offer excellent benefits:
• Paid time off, including paid holidays
• Retirement
• Medical coverage
• Great work-life balance: split shift schedule and summers off to enjoy time with family and friends
✅ No experience? No problem — we train bus drivers!
👉 Attend our job fair to:
• Learn more about the position
• Meet our team
• Get information about training and benefits
• Start your application process
📌 Please bring your driver’s license
Come drive with us—we’re excited to meet you!

Apply today: https://www.scps.k12.fl.us/jobs 🐾

Greetings Panther Families,
As you being planning for next school year, please take note of these important dates and mark your calendars! Parent permission slips for tryouts will be sent out in ​August.

We are excited to welcome our students and families back for another amazing year at Lawton Chiles. See you in August!

📚✏️ Save the Date! ✏️📚

The SCPS Dividends Volunteer Application for the 2026–2027 school year reopens on July 8, 2026.

Whether you're a returning volunteer or planning to help at your school for the first time, be on the lookout for more information as we get closer to the new school year.

If you have any questions about Dividends or the volunteer application process, please reach out to:

Caryn Hinrichs
Manager, Community Involvement
Seminole County Public Schools
[email protected]

Thank you for all you do to support our students, schools, and PTA/PTSA programs! 💫🙏🏼✨

Officer Pierce and Xander helped out at summer camp today! 🐾

Our custodial team started their summer with team training on some new equipment. They can't wait for you to see how sparkling clean they are going to make - and keep - our campus! 🐾