It’s Kindergarten Round-Up Time at Pine Ridge! 🐻✨
We are excited to welcome our newest Cubs and their families! Our virtual Cub Club presentation is now available and filled with everything you need to know to get ready for a fantastic kindergarten year. You’ll hear from our administration, leadership team, Kindergarten team, school secretary, and data clerk as they walk you through important information about our school, daily routines, and how to prepare your child for success.
Be sure to check out key dates included in the presentation—especially Meet the Teacher, your opportunity to visit our campus, explore classrooms, and connect with your child’s teacher before the first day of school.
The presentation will be shared through Focus, Facebook, and our school website, and will also be provided to all newly enrolled families. We can’t wait to partner with you and welcome your child to the Pine Ridge family! 💛📚
Click HERE to view the virtual Cub Club presentation!
📅 Mark Your Calendars!
PM3 testing is coming soon! Please take a moment to note the upcoming testing dates and help your child be ready to shine. A good night’s sleep, a healthy breakfast, and arriving on time make a big difference!
We appreciate your support as our students show all they’ve learned this year. 💙✨
PM3 testing is coming soon! Please take a moment to note the upcoming testing dates and help your child be ready to shine. A good night’s sleep, a healthy breakfast, and arriving on time make a big difference!
We appreciate your support as our students show all they’ve learned this year. 💙✨
Yesterday we celebrated our bus drivers for Bus Driver Appreciation Day—thank you for safely getting our Bears to and from school each day with care!
Cool treats for some seriously committed learners! 🍧
Our 3rd–5th graders earned snow cones during recess as a reward for consistently completing their weekly FAST Friday folders. Their hard work and dedication to mastering grade-level standards is something to celebrate!
Keep up the great work—we’re so proud of your effort and focus! 💙
Our 3rd–5th graders earned snow cones during recess as a reward for consistently completing their weekly FAST Friday folders. Their hard work and dedication to mastering grade-level standards is something to celebrate!
Keep up the great work—we’re so proud of your effort and focus! 💙
Our PTO-sponsored Spring Fling Dance was filled with laughter, music, and so many great memories. From the creative outfits to the packed dance floor, it was amazing to see our school community come together and celebrate.
A huge thank you to our PTO for making this event possible and to everyone who helped plan, set up, and chaperone. And of course—thank you to our students for bringing the energy and making it such a fun evening!
A huge thank you to our PTO for making this event possible and to everyone who helped plan, set up, and chaperone. And of course—thank you to our students for bringing the energy and making it such a fun evening!
📚✨ Don’t miss out on the memories! ✨📚
Our Pine Ridge Elementary yearbooks are on sale now, and ordering closes on May 14th! This is your chance to capture all the smiles, special events, friendships, and unforgettable moments from this school year.
From classroom fun to school celebrations, the yearbook is a keepsake your child will treasure for years to come! 🐻
Be sure to place your order before the deadline—once sales close, no extra copies are guaranteed!
Our Pine Ridge Elementary yearbooks are on sale now, and ordering closes on May 14th! This is your chance to capture all the smiles, special events, friendships, and unforgettable moments from this school year.
From classroom fun to school celebrations, the yearbook is a keepsake your child will treasure for years to come! 🐻
Be sure to place your order before the deadline—once sales close, no extra copies are guaranteed!
Grateful for an incredible turnout at our annual art show! 🎨✨ The energy in the room, the conversations, and the support for our artists made it a truly special experience. Thank you to everyone who came out, connected, and celebrated creativity with us.
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to our amazing front office team! 🐻
Today we celebrated the incredible staff who keep Pine Ridge Elementary running smoothly each and every day. From welcoming families and students with a smile to helping with a million details behind the scenes, their hard work, kindness, and dedication make such a difference for our school community.
We are so thankful for all they do to support our students, staff, and families every single day!
Today we celebrated the incredible staff who keep Pine Ridge Elementary running smoothly each and every day. From welcoming families and students with a smile to helping with a million details behind the scenes, their hard work, kindness, and dedication make such a difference for our school community.
We are so thankful for all they do to support our students, staff, and families every single day!
Big things are happening in Mrs. Kelly’s 2nd grade class at Pine Ridge! 📚✨
Our talented young authors recently published a book featuring all of their favorite things—a project full of creativity, personality, and pride. Even more special, they dedicated their book to Principal Voytko and Assistant Principal Broadway in appreciation of their support.
We are incredibly proud of these students and their amazing teacher for bringing this project to life. The future is bright with writers like these! 💙✏️
Our talented young authors recently published a book featuring all of their favorite things—a project full of creativity, personality, and pride. Even more special, they dedicated their book to Principal Voytko and Assistant Principal Broadway in appreciation of their support.
We are incredibly proud of these students and their amazing teacher for bringing this project to life. The future is bright with writers like these! 💙✏️
🎓🐻 Calling All Graduating Former Pine Ridge Bears! 🐻🎓
We want to celebrate YOU!
Join us for our Senior Walk – Class of 2026 as graduating seniors return to where their journey began. Walk the halls in your cap and gown while our students and staff cheer you on!
📅 Monday, May 18th
🕐 1:00–1:30 PM – Check-in & Refreshments
🚶 1:30–2:00 PM – Senior Walk
Former PRE students, we can’t wait to welcome you back home!
📩 RSVP by May 11 to: randolphn1@lake.k12.fl.us
✨ Once a Bear, Always a Bear! ✨
We want to celebrate YOU!
Join us for our Senior Walk – Class of 2026 as graduating seniors return to where their journey began. Walk the halls in your cap and gown while our students and staff cheer you on!
📅 Monday, May 18th
🕐 1:00–1:30 PM – Check-in & Refreshments
🚶 1:30–2:00 PM – Senior Walk
Former PRE students, we can’t wait to welcome you back home!
📩 RSVP by May 11 to: randolphn1@lake.k12.fl.us
✨ Once a Bear, Always a Bear! ✨
🇺🇸💜 Month of the Military Child 💜🇺🇸
This month, we proudly celebrate and honor our military-connected students during the Month of the Military Child! These amazing students show strength, resilience, courage, and flexibility as they support their families who serve our country.
At Pine Ridge, we are grateful for the sacrifices military families make and proud to recognize the important role our military children play in our school community.
Thank you to our military families for your service and dedication—we are proud to support and celebrate you! 💜🐻
This month, we proudly celebrate and honor our military-connected students during the Month of the Military Child! These amazing students show strength, resilience, courage, and flexibility as they support their families who serve our country.
At Pine Ridge, we are grateful for the sacrifices military families make and proud to recognize the important role our military children play in our school community.
Thank you to our military families for your service and dedication—we are proud to support and celebrate you! 💜🐻
What an incredible day at our Special Olympics events on Wednesday, 4/15! 💙
Led by our amazing PASS teacher, Ms. Porcher, the event brought out the very best in our school community. A dedicated group of 5th graders helped support and run activities, and the rest of the grade level showed up loud and proud to cheer on every participant.
From start to finish, it was an event filled with encouragement, joy, and teamwork—a true celebration of inclusion and community. We are so proud of all of our students for making this such a meaningful and memorable experience! 🎉
Led by our amazing PASS teacher, Ms. Porcher, the event brought out the very best in our school community. A dedicated group of 5th graders helped support and run activities, and the rest of the grade level showed up loud and proud to cheer on every participant.
From start to finish, it was an event filled with encouragement, joy, and teamwork—a true celebration of inclusion and community. We are so proud of all of our students for making this such a meaningful and memorable experience! 🎉
Art Show — Wednesday, April 22 | Cafeteria | 5:00–6:30 PM
Come see our students' creative work! Our young artists are excited to share their pieces. Bring family and friends for an evening of art, discovery, and fun. All are welcome!
Come see our students' creative work! Our young artists are excited to share their pieces. Bring family and friends for an evening of art, discovery, and fun. All are welcome!
April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! Students and staff were asked to “Purple Up!” today, April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Did you purple up? If so, post your photo on your personal social media page with #LCSPurpleUp2026
The 2025-2026 Summer VPK Program application is now open in Focus. The District VPK webpage has summer enrollment directions in both English and Spanish
We’re proud to share the new Buddy Bench at Pine Ridge—thoughtfully built and delivered by our Scouts as a project rooted in kindness and community. 💙
A Buddy Bench is more than just a place to sit—it’s a signal. When a student sits on the bench, it lets others know they’re looking for a friend, someone to talk to, or an invitation to join in. It’s a simple but powerful way to encourage inclusion, build friendships, and make sure no one feels alone.
Thank you to our Scouts for bringing this meaningful project to life and helping create a more connected, caring campus!
A Buddy Bench is more than just a place to sit—it’s a signal. When a student sits on the bench, it lets others know they’re looking for a friend, someone to talk to, or an invitation to join in. It’s a simple but powerful way to encourage inclusion, build friendships, and make sure no one feels alone.
Thank you to our Scouts for bringing this meaningful project to life and helping create a more connected, caring campus!
April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! The Month of the Military Family provides communities with an opportunity to honor and share gratitude for the service of military children. This year, we invite you to “Purple Up!” on April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Students and staff in schools across Florida are encouraged to participate in this celebration of the courage of military families and to honor their hard work.
Our “Beary Talented Bears Show” was an amazing celebration of creativity, courage, and school spirit. From singing and dancing to unique performances, our students truly shined on stage! We are so proud of all the performers who shared their talents and of the staff members who helped make this special event possible.
Thank you to our Pine Ridge community for cheering on our talented Bears and making the night such a fun and memorable experience! 🎤🎶👏
Thank you to our Pine Ridge community for cheering on our talented Bears and making the night such a fun and memorable experience! 🎤🎶👏
Framed Student Art: Order Now!
We're excited to announce that orders for framed student art have begun! This is a wonderful opportunity to support young artists and bring unique, creative pieces into your home as well as supporting your PRE art program.
How to Order
To make the ordering process seamless, we've provided a QR code that will lead you directly to Artome’s website. Simply scan the QR code with your smartphone or tablet to start your order. You can also use the link below to make an order.
https://artomestore.com/collections/pineridgeelementaryschool34711
Why Support Student Art?
Encourage Creativity: By purchasing student artwork, you are encouraging young artists to pursue their passion and continue developing their skills.
Unique Pieces: Each piece is one-of-a-kind and reflects the individual style and imagination of the student artist.
Support Art Education: Proceeds from the sales will go back into our art program, helping to fund materials and resources for students.
Don't miss this chance to own a beautiful piece of art and support the next generation of artists. Scan the QR code today and place your order!
We're excited to announce that orders for framed student art have begun! This is a wonderful opportunity to support young artists and bring unique, creative pieces into your home as well as supporting your PRE art program.
How to Order
To make the ordering process seamless, we've provided a QR code that will lead you directly to Artome’s website. Simply scan the QR code with your smartphone or tablet to start your order. You can also use the link below to make an order.
https://artomestore.com/collections/pineridgeelementaryschool34711
Why Support Student Art?
Encourage Creativity: By purchasing student artwork, you are encouraging young artists to pursue their passion and continue developing their skills.
Unique Pieces: Each piece is one-of-a-kind and reflects the individual style and imagination of the student artist.
Support Art Education: Proceeds from the sales will go back into our art program, helping to fund materials and resources for students.
Don't miss this chance to own a beautiful piece of art and support the next generation of artists. Scan the QR code today and place your order!
As we approach the end of another wonderful school year, we’re excited to celebrate our students and all of their hard work and accomplishments! 🎉
Please take a moment to review the image below with the dates and times for our upcoming End-of-Year Awards Ceremonies and mark your calendars so you can join us in recognizing our amazing Bears. Pre-Registration will open on May 1st.
We look forward to celebrating with our students and families!
Please take a moment to review the image below with the dates and times for our upcoming End-of-Year Awards Ceremonies and mark your calendars so you can join us in recognizing our amazing Bears. Pre-Registration will open on May 1st.
We look forward to celebrating with our students and families!
