Grade 8 Dates

 

 

balloons

 

VLMS Athletic Banquet - Tuesday May 13th, 6:00-7:30 PM

 

volleyball

 

 

Safe Start Initiative

 

Close up of the stop sign on a school bus

 

 

 

 Tutoring

 

 

dress code

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schedule

 

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.

 

 

 

Jobs SY 25-26

 

 

 

May Food Pantry List 

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May Food Pantry List

 

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

2025 Varsity Lakes Middle – Track & Field Schedule

 

Date                    Opponent                     Location                        Time

 

4/3 (Thurs)          BOYS North Regional @ Ida Baker HS            6:00 PM

 

4/7 (Mon)           GIRLS North Regional  @ Ida Baker HS            6:00 PM

 

4/22 (Tues)          BOYS Championship    @ Dunbar HS               6:00 PM

 

4/24 (Thurs)        GIRLS Championship   @Dunbar HS                6:00 PM


Upcoming events:

 

 

May 13 - VLMS Athletic Banquet 6:00-7:30 PM in the cafeteria

 


May 17 - 8th grade Gradventure Fieldtrip 1:00 PM

 

May 23 - 8th grade Dance/Prom 5:30-8:00 PM

 

May 27 - 8th grade Awards

 

May 28 - 8th grade Promotion 4:30pm-8:00pm

 


Testing Dates 2025:

 

 

April 1: Writing (everyone) 

 

May 13th: Reading (6-8)

 

May 15th: Math and Algebra (everyone)

 

May 20th: Civics and Science (6, 7 & 8)

 

 


District News

New Courses at Fort Myers Technical College
New Courses at Fort Myers Technical College
05/15/2025
Fort Myers Technical College prepares its students for a career in the trades industry in as little as six weeks. The school recently added three new programs in high-demand fields. Let's take a look at what students are learning! Video produced by Lee Schools TV student intern, Riley Barson.
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Two Lee County Educators Honored with Inaugural FGCU Elevate Educator Award
Two Lee County Educators Honored with Inaugural FGCU Elevate Educator Award
05/15/2025
Two outstanding teachers from the School District of Lee County have been recognized with the inaugural Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Elevate Educator Award, an honor created to celebrate exceptional mentorship and partnership in teacher preparation.
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Honoring History at Bonita Springs Elementary School
Honoring History at Bonita Springs Elementary School
05/12/2025
A redesigned entrance honoring the historical nature of Bonita Springs Elementary School will greet students, staff, and visitors to the campus as part of a renovation and remodeling project.
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