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September 15, 2025

Marking Excellence Season 3 Episode 7: Extracurricular Activities

On today's episode of Marking Excellence, Dr. Shanoff discusses the extracurricular activities offered at our schools.

September 11, 2025

Osceola School District Press Release - National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

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September 8, 2025

Marking Excellence Season 3 Episode 6: Volunteer at Your School

On today's episode of Marking Excellence, Dr. Shanoff discusses why volunteers are so important at our schools.

September 5, 2025

New Recess Kits!

Earlier this summer, Mrs. Telemko put out a call to let our staff know that GROW Healthy Kids was giving away free recess kits, and the response from our team was incredible! So many teachers expres. . .

September 3, 2025

Receive $100 when you open your first new checking account with Addition Financial Credit Union.

September 2, 2025

Marking Excellence Season 3 Episode 5: Support for English Language Learners

On today's episode of Marking Excellence, Dr. Shanoff talks about the monumental effort made by teachers and support staff, and schools that ensure our students receive exceptional instruction in Engl. . .

September 2, 2025

🌟 September Habit BINGO is here! 🌟

September Habit BINGO is here! This month, we're focusing on Habit #1: Be Proactive! BINGO Boards will be coming home with students this week, and we can't wait to see how your family work. . .

August 29, 2025

No School Monday-Labor Day

Friendly reminder that The School District of Osceola County and all campuses will be closed on Monday, 9/1 in observance of Labor Day.

August 28, 2025

ELES Cross Country Information

JUST IN from the desks of Coach B. and Ms. Rivera: Cross Country season begins September 2nd for grades K-5! Practices will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7am. All participants MUST register on . . .

August 28, 2025

Reminder! Parent OASIS Volunteers

Calling All Parent Leaders! In case you missed it in the newsletter: We love partnering with our families to help our students grow and thrive as leaders! Last week, we shared a volunteer opport. . .

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A Message from the Principal

Left, Asst. Principal Perlaza Right, Principal Telemko

🌟 Welcome to an Exciting First Quarter! 🌟

We’re thrilled to begin Year 2 of our Leader in Me journey, and it’s been wonderful to see our students back on campus, learning, growing, and blooming as leaders! 🌱❤️

Throughout this first quarter, students are learning their classroom routines and procedures, setting personal and academic goals, and exploring the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, the foundation of our leadership culture. 🧠🎯

📊 From August 25th through September 15th, students will participate in FAST Progress Monitoring 1 (PM1). This assessment helps teachers begin with the end in mind by using data to guide instruction and meet individual student needs.

📚 We’re also excited to invite families to our Title I Family Engagement Night, where we’ll focus on:

🌟 The Leader in Me framework
📘 Florida Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.)
🧠 How instruction is designed to support student success

Thank you for partnering with us as we help every child discover the leader within. It’s going to be a fantastic year of learning and leading! 🚀🙌

Lead with Heart, Embrace Diversity, Inspire Change.

Thank you!

#BetterTogether

#BloomingAsLeaders

#GrowingLeaders

Beth Telemko

Principal

Lead with Heart, Embrace Diversity, Inspire Change

Leader in Me
Leader in Me is a school-wide program that helps students build leadership, responsibility, and life skills. Based on the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, it encourages every child to discover their strengths and become confident, capable leaders—both in school and beyond.
Dual Language
Our Dual Language program supports academic success while helping students become bilingual and bicultural. Classes are taught in both English and Spanish, allowing students to strengthen their first language while learning a second.
Safety and Security
Each one of our public schools has a full-time sworn law enforcement officer serving as a School Resource Officer on campus every day. Deputy Voight is back this year at East Lake!
We Embrace CHOICE
As a Choice District, we allow parents to select the school they want their children to attend, as long as that school has capacity and program availability.

Testimonials

"I am a member of the National Honor Society. I am also part of the dance club and the Spring Musical. East Lake has offered me a positive environment where I am able to thrive as a student leader. Being kind to one another makes a huge difference in our school. Here at East Lake, we practice kindness and synergize with one another. I am very happy that my school is a “Leader in Me" school. I am learning the 7 habits of successful students." -Riley, Student

"I am the proud president of the National Honor Society here at East Lake. NHS recognizes students who excel in four key areas: scholarship, leadership, service, and character. It has been an honor serving my school and showcasing my leadership skills. This year with the implementation of Leader in Me I have been able to learn the 7 habits of a successful student and apply them to my daily life as a student and member of society. Being an Eagle has prepared me to be a true leader. I had the opportunity of being the master of ceremony at the second Black History Celebration here at East Lake. That was a proud moment for me and other members of the Honor Society." -Nazir, Student

"Being in the Dual Language program has equipped me with the skills to be a bilingual student and develop cultural awareness. This helps me build meaningful connections with my peers and community members. Learning two languages boosts my cognitive skills, such as problem-solving and multitasking. The Dual Language program here at East Lake Elementary has helped me to be ready to showcase my abilities and success in a vibrant, globalized society. I plan to continue with my bilingual education as I transition to middle school." -Klaudia, Student

"With support from my teachers and family, I continue to grow and embrace my bilingual abilities. I feel empowered as a leader, and I look forward to serving my community. Being in this program has given me the necessary skills to grow as a bilingual student and prepare for the future. I now have the confidence to help others who are learning English or Spanish, and I’m proud of how far I’ve come in both languages. This program has not only helped me in school, but also taught me the importance of understanding different cultures and perspectives. I love being bilingual and biliterate!" -Martin, Student

"I am a member of the National Honor Society. I am also part of the dance club and the Spring Musical. East Lake has offered me a positive environment where I am able to thrive as a student leader. Being kind to one another makes a huge difference in our school. Here at East Lake, we practice kindness and synergize with one another. I am very happy that my school is a “Leader in Me" school. I am learning the 7 habits of successful students." -Riley, Student

"I am the proud president of the National Honor Society here at East Lake. NHS recognizes students who excel in four key areas: scholarship, leadership, service, and character. It has been an honor serving my school and showcasing my leadership skills. This year with the implementation of Leader in Me I have been able to learn the 7 habits of a successful student and apply them to my daily life as a student and member of society. Being an Eagle has prepared me to be a true leader. I had the opportunity of being the master of ceremony at the second Black History Celebration here at East Lake. That was a proud moment for me and other members of the Honor Society." -Nazir, Student

"Being in the Dual Language program has equipped me with the skills to be a bilingual student and develop cultural awareness. This helps me build meaningful connections with my peers and community members. Learning two languages boosts my cognitive skills, such as problem-solving and multitasking. The Dual Language program here at East Lake Elementary has helped me to be ready to showcase my abilities and success in a vibrant, globalized society. I plan to continue with my bilingual education as I transition to middle school." -Klaudia, Student

"With support from my teachers and family, I continue to grow and embrace my bilingual abilities. I feel empowered as a leader, and I look forward to serving my community. Being in this program has given me the necessary skills to grow as a bilingual student and prepare for the future. I now have the confidence to help others who are learning English or Spanish, and I’m proud of how far I’ve come in both languages. This program has not only helped me in school, but also taught me the importance of understanding different cultures and perspectives. I love being bilingual and biliterate!" -Martin, Student

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