August 6, 2025

Open House

 

 

 

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Summer School

 

June 23 to July 17, 2025

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summer Community Resources - 2025

 

 

 

 

 

Safe Start Initiative

 

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 Tutoring

 

 

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VLMS Social Media

 

 

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Principal's Letter

 

Report Cards

 

Every student must join their grade level Google Classroom. Important information will be released throughout the year. Use the codes below:

 

6th Grade - TBPLTT2

7th Grade - RSVGOA6

8th Grade - ZJGOFO7

 

Vision: VLMS will provide a nurturing environment that provides the continuous development of our students.

 

Mission: VLMS is a learning institute dedicated to the creation of academic excellence through rigorous and engaging instruction.

 

 

 

 

 

Principal:

Dr. Chevoneese Anderson Thomas EdD, (Dr A T) is thrilled to be the Principal at Varsity Lakes Middle School. Before Varsity, she was an Assistant Principal at Island Coast High School. Her education was launched in Jamaica, where she earned a teaching and management degree. Her graduate and post graduate studies were accomplished at Nova Southeastern University of Florida. Prior to being an assistant principal, she served as teacher, project coordinator, marketer, and data coach. She believes that school is a microcosm of the world, and every student is capable of being successful.  As a former classroom teacher both in regular and exceptional education, she combines business and education best practices to foster efficient and well managed learning atmosphere to support a successful learning atmosphere.

Assistant Principals:

Ms. Amber Kelty is an Assistant Principal at Varsity Lakes Middle School. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Florida Gulf Coast University and her Master’s degree in Business Administration and Education Specialist degree in K-12 Leadership both from Grand Canyon University. Prior to becoming an assistant principal, Ms. Kelty taught kindergarten, 7th grade math, 8th grade math, and 8th grade AVID. She’s also held the roles of Parent Involvement Specialist, Dean of Student Discipline, and Middle School Dean Lead. Ms. Kelty is excited to join the Bolt Family this year and looks forward to building relationships while promoting a positive and safe learning environment for all students.

Mr. Alexander Ledo is an Assistant Principal at Varsity Lakes Middle School. He graduated from Havana University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English language. Mr. Ledo came to the United States and completed a Master of Science in Education at Le Moyne College. He obtained a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Grand Canyon University. Mr. Ledo worked as a teacher for eighteen years at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, served as Department Chair and Dean of Students. He also presented professional development to staff. He aims to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, to create a safe learning environment conducive to academic growth. He loves to travel and enjoys gardening, bicycling, and fishing.

School News

 

District News

Class of 2025 Earns $70 Million in Scholarships
Class of 2025 Earns $70 Million in Scholarships
06/12/2025
The School District of Lee County is excited to announce that the graduating class of 2025 earned over $70 million in scholarships. They will be attending colleges, universities, and technical centers across the United States.
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Two Lee County Educators Complete High Impact Teacher Corps
Two Lee County Educators Complete High Impact Teacher Corps
06/10/2025
Orange River Elementary teacher Amy Johnson and San Carlos Park Elementary teacher Jasin Marth were members of the 2024-2025 High Impact Teacher Corps, earning them the designation of High Impact Teacher.
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