Please help us welcome Mrs. Amaris James-McCadney to our Bullpup family! With 7 years in education—and 5 of those as a school counselor—she’ll be supporting our 3rd–5th grade students with heart and care. We’re so glad she’s here! 🐾❤️
🌟 Please join us in welcoming Ms. Holly Prysmont to Tavares Elementary! With over 20 years of experience in education, she’s stepping into the role of Guidance/Potential Specialist—and we know she’ll be an incredible resource for our Bullpups! 🐾📘
🎉 Say hello to Mrs. Marie Baugh, joining our 3rd grade team as an ELA & Social Studies teacher! Now in her 13th year of teaching, she brings energy, joy, and a great sense of humor to her classroom. We’re lucky to have her in the Bullpup family! 🐾📚
🇺🇸🎆 Happy 4th of July, Bullpup Family! 🎆🇺🇸
Wishing all of our students, families, and staff a joyful and safe Independence Day. May your day be filled with celebration, pride, and time with those you love. ❤️🤍💙
Stay safe, have fun, and we’ll see you soon! 🐾
🎉 Calling all future Bullpups! 🎉
Tavares Elementary’s Semester VPK Program currently has limited space available — don’t miss your chance to enroll! 🐾
If you’re looking for a warm, engaging, and playful start to your child’s school journey, our VPK program is the place to be. Scan the QR code in the flyer to register today or call 📞 352-343-2861 for more info.
🖍️ Spots are filling quickly — secure your child’s seat now!
🎒 The first day of kindergarten is a big step — and we can’t wait to take it with you! If your child will be 5 by September 1, 2025, they’re ready to start their learning adventure at Tavares Elementary. 🐾
To register, bring all required documents listed on the flyer to our front office. We can’t wait to welcome your child into our Bullpup family!
📍 720 E. Clifford Street
📞 352-343-2861
🌐 tel.lake.k12.fl.us
Let the learning adventure begin! ❤️🖤
If you notice an increased presence of law enforcement officers at Tavares Elementary School on Tuesday, June 24, do not be alarmed. The Lake County Sheriff's Office will host a School Guardian Active Assailant Training exercise from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on campus. This is a scheduled training, not a law enforcement incident.
Meet the Teacher is Wednesday, August 6! 🐾
Come meet your teacher, drop off supplies, and get ready for a great year!
Check the flyer for all the details — we can’t wait to see you there!
📚✏️ Ready, Set, Shop! 🛍️🎒
We’re getting excited for the 2025–2026 school year — and our grade level school supply lists are here! 🗂️🎉
Check out the images below to see what your Bullpup will need this fall. Whether you’re gathering crayons, notebooks, or headphones, you’ll be all set to start the year off strong!
Let the back-to-school countdown begin! 🐾❤️📓
🎉 School’s out — and that means Summer BreakSpot is just around the corner! ☀️🍽️ The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has launched their live map showing over 3,000 locations across the state offering free summer meals for kids and teens 18 and under. No ID, no application — just show up and eat! 📍 From schools and churches to parks and libraries, meals are served on weekdays and may include breakfast, lunch, snacks, or even supper — all at no cost. 🗺️ Want to find a site near you? 👉 Visit www.SummerBreakSpot.org/find-location to view the full list and interactive map. Let’s make this summer healthy, fun, and full of good food! 💪🍉
🎉✨ Congratulations to our amazing 3rd graders! ✨🎉
Today was all about celebrating you—your hard work, your determination, and all the ways you’ve grown this year. From academic excellence to showing kindness and leadership, every one of you had something to be proud of!
You’ve tackled challenges, made new discoveries, and shown what it means to be a Bullpup. 🐾 We’re proud of each and every one of you!
Keep reaching for the stars, 3rd grade—you’re doing great things! 🌟📚
🎉✨ Today we celebrated our amazing 4th graders at their end-of-year awards ceremony — and what a special day it was!
From academic achievements to character awards, we couldn’t be prouder of all the hard work, growth, and heart our students have shown this year. 📚💖 Their dedication, kindness, and leadership have made a lasting impact on our school community.
To our rising 5th graders: Keep reaching for the stars! 🌟 We can’t wait to see all the incredible things you’ll accomplish next.
REMINDER: Schools are closed tomorrow for Memorial Day. Then, students will follow the Wednesday early release schedule for Tuesday, May 27, Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29, which is the last day of classes!
🎉 5th Grade Promotion Celebration! 🎓
Today we celebrated an incredible group of students—our 5th graders! We are so proud of all they have accomplished this year. Through hard work, kindness, and leadership, they’ve truly made their mark on our school.
As they take the next big step toward middle school, we know they’ll continue to shine. They will be deeply missed, but we’re excited to see all the amazing things their futures hold!
🐾❤️🐾To our 5th grade families: thank you for your support this year. We invite you to share your favorite photos from today’s celebration in the comments below—we’d love to see and celebrate your memories! 📸👇
🎓🌟 Kindergarten Awards Celebration! 🌟🎓
Today we celebrated our amazing kindergarten students and all the incredible growth they’ve made this year! From learning their letters and numbers to building friendships and growing in confidence, these little learners have accomplished so much. 📚
We are so proud of each and every student for their hard work, curiosity, and big hearts. Watching them shine today reminded us all of how far they’ve come—and just how bright their futures are! ✨
Thank you to our wonderful families for your support and encouragement every step of the way. 🐾❤️🐾
📣LIMITED SUPPLY OF YEARBOOKS AVAILABLE – DON’T MISS OUT! 📣
Our 2024–2025 Tavares Elementary Yearbooks are HERE, and if you didn’t pre-order—this is your LAST CHANCE to grab one before they’re gone! 🎉📘
We have a very limited number of extra copies for sale in the front office for $25.00 (cash only). These books are packed with unforgettable memories, smiling faces, and all the special moments that made this year one to remember. 🐾❤️🐾
✨ Once they’re gone—they’re GONE. Don’t let your student miss out on this keepsake of their year. Swing by the office ASAP to get yours!
🎓🌟 Kindergarten Awards Celebration! 🌟🎓
Today we celebrated our amazing kindergarten students and all the incredible growth they’ve made this year! From learning their letters and numbers to building friendships and growing in confidence, these little learners have accomplished so much. 📚
We are so proud of each and every student for their hard work, curiosity, and big hearts. Watching them shine today reminded us all of how far they’ve come—and just how bright their futures are! ✨
Thank you to our wonderful families for your support and encouragement every step of the way. 🐾❤️🐾
Please remember to mark your calendar and prepare for a schedule change in the last week of school! Schools will be closed on Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day. Then, students will follow the Wednesday early release schedule for Tuesday, May 27, Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29, which is the last day of classes!
🌍🦁 5th Grade Takes on Animal Kingdom! 🐘🌿
Our 5th graders had an unforgettable adventure at Animal Kingdom! From spotting majestic animals on the Kilimanjaro Safari 🦓🦒 to conquering Expedition Everest 🎢 and exploring the world of Pandora 🌌, the day was packed with fun, adventure, and LOTS of smiles.
We are so proud of how our students represented our school with kindness, curiosity, and great behavior throughout the trip. They truly made us proud! ❤️
📸 Families—if you captured any great moments, we’d love to see them! Please share your favorite field trip photos in the comments below!
🎉 Yesterday we celebrated our May Kiwanis Terrific Kids! 🎉 This month, we honored students who have shown they are capable—able to meet challenges, work independently, and follow through with determination. 💪✨ Teachers carefully selected these students for consistently demonstrating this important character trait. We’re proud of their efforts and the example they set for others! 👏 Congratulations to all of our Terrific Kids!
