Teacher Appreciation Week is off to a blooming start! 🌸🌿
Yesterday, we kicked off the celebration with positivity, creativity, and a little fun as our staff embraced our plant positivity theme by creating beautiful floral coasters together. Staff also enjoyed a grab & go snack and drink stand to help keep everyone refreshed and appreciated throughout the day.
We are so grateful for the incredible educators who help our school community grow each and every day. 💚
Yesterday, we kicked off the celebration with positivity, creativity, and a little fun as our staff embraced our plant positivity theme by creating beautiful floral coasters together. Staff also enjoyed a grab & go snack and drink stand to help keep everyone refreshed and appreciated throughout the day.
We are so grateful for the incredible educators who help our school community grow each and every day. 💚
Today we recognize and celebrate the amazing nurse who keeps Pine Ridge cared for every single day! 💙🩺
Thank you for the compassion, patience, and dedication you show to our students, staff, and families. From comforting students to supporting our school community, your impact is felt far beyond the clinic doors.
We are grateful for all you do to help keep Pine Ridge healthy, safe, and supported. Happy School Nurse Appreciation Day! ✨
Thank you for the compassion, patience, and dedication you show to our students, staff, and families. From comforting students to supporting our school community, your impact is felt far beyond the clinic doors.
We are grateful for all you do to help keep Pine Ridge healthy, safe, and supported. Happy School Nurse Appreciation Day! ✨
From tiny caterpillars to beautiful butterflies 🐛➡️🦋
Our PreK and Kindergarten students had a magical moment releasing their butterflies after watching the full transformation up close. This hands-on experience brought science to life—teaching patience, growth, and the beauty of change.
Our PreK and Kindergarten students had a magical moment releasing their butterflies after watching the full transformation up close. This hands-on experience brought science to life—teaching patience, growth, and the beauty of change.
KONA ICE: Friday May 15th 2026
Our final KONA ICE visit will take place on Friday, May 15th 2026 during student's scheduled recess times. Below are a few important reminders to make our last event our best one yet!
• PRE-PAY: The Pre-Pay Link below will close on Wednesday, May 13th 2026 at 11:59PM EST. https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K150X6193643
• CASH FORM: If you miss the pre-pay window and or would like to send in CASH with your student on the day of the event (5/15/26) you must send in EXACT CHANGE + the CASH FORM. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PUapUnIqRBSMSrLuXjyTBt_tCTOj5I2y/view?usp=sharing
• REFILL OPTION: The REFILL OPTION is only for student's who currently have reusable KONA Cup. Students are not permitted to purchase a cup + a refill for the same visit.
• NO REFUNDS: Please note there are no refunds.
If you have any questions please email Pine Ridge PTO at pineridgepto@gmail.com
Our final KONA ICE visit will take place on Friday, May 15th 2026 during student's scheduled recess times. Below are a few important reminders to make our last event our best one yet!
• PRE-PAY: The Pre-Pay Link below will close on Wednesday, May 13th 2026 at 11:59PM EST. https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K150X6193643
• CASH FORM: If you miss the pre-pay window and or would like to send in CASH with your student on the day of the event (5/15/26) you must send in EXACT CHANGE + the CASH FORM. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PUapUnIqRBSMSrLuXjyTBt_tCTOj5I2y/view?usp=sharing
• REFILL OPTION: The REFILL OPTION is only for student's who currently have reusable KONA Cup. Students are not permitted to purchase a cup + a refill for the same visit.
• NO REFUNDS: Please note there are no refunds.
If you have any questions please email Pine Ridge PTO at pineridgepto@gmail.com
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
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!
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.
