🐾 A Special Visitor at MES!
Last Friday, Cinnamon, our beloved therapy dog, visited Mrs. Camacho's classroom. 🐶💙 The students loved spending time with her—it was a paw-sitive way to end the week! #MESHeroPatriots #TherapyDog #LoveForLearning
1 day ago, Memorial Elementary
Cinnamon therapy dog visiiting Mrs. Camacho's class
Cinnamon therapy dog visiiting Mrs. Camacho's class
Cinnamon therapy dog visiiting Mrs. Camacho's class
Cinnamon therapy dog visiiting Mrs. Camacho's class
Cinnamon therapy dog visiiting Mrs. Camacho's class
📢 Memorial Elementary Families:
We will have Early Release on Wednesday, August 27th at 12:00 PM. 🕛

🚌 Bus routes & 🚗 parent pick-up lines will run two hours earlier than usual.
📩 Please notify your child’s teacher of any transportation changes by 11:30 AM.

Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth dismissal!
3 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Graphic with blue diagonal background and school supply illustrations. Text reads: “YAY! It’s a half day! Friendly reminder we have EARLY RELEASE AT 12 NOON! Wednesday, August 27th.” At the bottom is the Memorial Elementary School logo featuring the school mascot.

📚✨ Enroll Now for Memorial Elementary’s 2025–2026 VPK Program! 🍎🖍️
✅ Full-day care with enrichment
✅ Affordable at just $50/week
✅ Breakfast, lunch & learning included
Register today at Memorial Elementary office or call ☎️ 863-784-0200!

5 days ago, MES Socials
Flyer for Memorial Elementary School VPK Program for the 2025–2026 school year. The flyer advertises a full-day session costing $50 per week. It includes 3 hours of VPK instruction plus enrichment. Drop-off and breakfast are from 7:00–7:30 a.m., VPK instruction runs from 7:30–10:30 a.m., enrichment and lunch run from 10:30 a.m.–1:45 p.m., and pick-up is at 2:00 p.m. Registration requires two steps: Step 1 – Obtain VPK certification from the Early Learning Coalition with a birth certificate, certificate of eligibility, and proof of residency. Step 2 – Register at Memorial Elementary with immunization and physical records, parent’s driver’s license, and a $75 enrollment fee. Contact information: Memorial Elementary School, 867 Memorial Drive, Avon Park, FL 33825, phone 863-784-0200, website mes.highlands.k12.fl.us.
Ms. Lisa and Ms. Shannon from Almighty Ink stopped by Memorial Elementary today with some amazing gifts for our students! 🎒✏️ We are so grateful for their generous donation of backpacks and school supplies. Their kindness will help our students start the year off right. Thank you, Almighty Ink! ❤️
#MemorialElementary #AlmightyInk #CommunityPartners #BacktoSchool
6 days ago, MES Socials
picture of lady with backpacks donations
💙❤️ Our Hero Patriots had an amazing first week of school! Students are busy learning routines and procedures, while teachers are building strong relationships and creating engaging lessons. ✨ Together, we’re setting the stage for a year full of growth and success! 📚🎉

#HeroPatriots #MESStrong #EngagedLearning
7 days ago, Memorial Elementary
MES students working the 1st week of school
MES students working the 1st week of school
MES students working the 1st week of school
MES students working the 1st week of school
MES students working the 1st week of school
MES students working the 1st week of school
MES students working the 1st week of school
MES students working the 1st week of school
MES students working the 1st week of school
MES students working the 1st week of school
💖💇‍♀️ Our principal went all in with PINK hair to celebrate our Hero Patriots and the success for earning a "B" school grade for last school year at our very first Energy Bus Assembly! From launching our classroom pledge to learning Rule #1, the energy in the room was contagious. 🚍✨ Teamwork makes the dream work, and our MES family is ready for an amazing year ahead! #ProudPrincipal #HeroPatriots #EnergyBus
7 days ago, Ginger Shingle
MES Admin dressed and ready in Red, White and Blue and Pink Hair at the Energy Bus Assembly
Staff dressed in Red White and Blue

🎨 Support ART at MES! Help our young artists by donating items we can use for creative projects.

♻️ Recyclables: cereal boxes, paper towel rolls, bubble wrap, styrofoam, egg cartons, & plastic bakery containers (#6).
🖌️ Art supplies: paper, yarn, felt, magazines, storage bins & more.

💛 You can also sponsor art by visiting our Amazon Wish List: Amazon MES Art Wish List

#MESHeroPatriots #SupportTheArts #CreativityMatters

10 days ago, Memorial Elementary
“Flyer titled ‘Support ART at MES.’ It lists ways to help by donating recyclable items such as cereal boxes, paper towel rolls, wrapping paper rolls, bubble wrap, styrofoam, plastic lids, paper and clear plastic egg cartons, and plastic bakery containers with #6 in the triangle. It also asks for donations of art supplies, paper, scrapbooking materials, yarn, burlap, felt, embroidery floss, clear storage bins, plastic baskets, magazines, art books, art prints, or posters. The flyer includes a QR code to the Amazon Wish List for sponsoring art. Decorative graphics include paintbrushes, a paint palette, and a jar with brushes. Large text at the bottom reads ‘Thank You!’”
🎉 We had an amazing first week in PE at Memorial Elementary! 🎉

Our students had a blast playing games like Head Honcho, Battle Ship, Yo Taxi, and Clean My Backyard. These activities helped them practice strategy, teamwork, and sportsmanship while having fun and staying active. 💪👏

#HeroPatriots #Teamwork #MESStrong
10 days ago, Memorial Elementary
MES students at PE first week of school
MES students at PE first week of school
MES students at PE first week of school
MES students at PE first week of school
MES students at PE first week of school
MES students at PE first week of school
MES students at PE first week of school
MES students at PE first week of school
MES students at PE first week of school
MES students at PE first week of school
🚍💥 Get ready MES Heroes! 💥🚍

We’re kicking off our very first Energy Bus Assembly on Monday, August 18th — and it’s also our first Spirit Dress Day! 🎉

👕 Wear Red, White, and/or Blue to show your MES HERO pride!
📣 Our Kick-Off Assembly will feature:
✨ Rule #1 of Energy Bus
✨ Our Classroom Pledge
✨ A PM1 (FAST) Pump-Up

We can’t wait to see all our kiddos together for this special day! ❤️🤍💙
13 days ago, Ginger Shingle
Memorial Elementary School flyer with red and blue starburst background. Top left corner has the school logo with a cartoon patriot mascot wearing a blue hat labeled 'MES'. Text in bold reads: 'MES Spirit Day, Monday August 18th, Wear Red, White and Blue
🍩☕ A big THANK YOU to the Avon Park Rotary! They kicked off our school year in the sweetest way—treating our staff to donuts, juice, fruit, and coffee. We appreciate your thoughtfulness and support as we start another amazing year at MES! 💙🙌 #MESStrong #CommunitySupport
17 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Rotary members dropping off their donuts, juice and so much more
Rotary members dropping off their donuts, juice and so much more
🎒💙 We are so grateful to the American Legion Post 69 for their incredible generosity! They donated school supplies, clothing items, and a $1,000 contribution to help our students and school. Your kindness makes a real difference in our community—thank you! 🙌 #MESStrong #CommunitySupport
17 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Picture of American Legion group with MES admin dropping off their donation

School starts Monday! 📚 Our teachers are ready, classrooms are prepped, and campuses are sparkling. Let’s make this year amazing from day one!

🚌 Find bus pickup/drop-off times: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/infofinder
🕧 School start times are listed on each school's website
🍳 FREE breakfast and lunch is provided every day, for every student

#SBHCFlorida #HighlandsSchools

20 days ago, The School Board of Highlands County
Reminder, new school year starts on Monday, set your alarm.
🎉 Get ready, Memorial Elementary families! Our Open House is Tomorrow Night! 🎉

Join us on Tuesday, August 5th from 4-6 PM to:

*Meet your teachers & staff
*Tour our school & classrooms
*Get parent pick-up tags & bus passes
* Register for MES Daycare
* Complete required forms & get tech app support

And so much more!

📍 Memorial Elementary School - 867 South Memorial Drive, Avon Park, FL 33825

We can't wait to meet you! Remember to bring ID to complete forms and you may drop off student school supplies. See you there! #MemorialElementary #OpenHouse #BackToSchool
24 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Open House August 6 from 4-6pm

PARENTS /GUARDIANS: The Commissioner of Education requires that training is available for parents/guardians on the consequences of making a school threat or false report via FortifyFL. Please discuss with your student the seriousness of this issue. Click to access course: www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/threatsweaponsinfo

27 days ago, The School Board of Highlands County
📚🎉 Kindergarten Registration at Memorial Elementary! 🎉📚
Is your child turning 5 on or before September 1, 2025? It’s time to register for kindergarten!

🗓️ Pre-Registration Dates Now Daily:
July 28th – August 4th
🕣 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM

📋 What You’ll Need to Register:
✔️ Student’s Original Birth Certificate
✔️ Student’s Social Security Card
✔️ Immunization/Shot Records
✔️ Physical Exam (within 12 months of school start – by Aug. 11, 2025)
✔️ Proof of Residence (rental agreement, mortgage deed, electric bill, or utility service)
✔️ Proof of Custody (if applicable)
✔️ Parent/Guardian Photo ID

📢 Important Deadlines:
🔹 Register by noon on July 30th to find out your child's homeroom teacher at Orientation.
🔹 Register by noon on August 7th to ensure your child can start school on the first day – August 11th.
Let’s get ready for a great year in kindergarten at Memorial Elementary! 🍎✏️
about 1 month ago, Memorial Elementary
Image titled Kindergarten round up in black and other color script; with this text: 2526 Future Kindergarten Parents Now is your chance to register your child for the 2526 School Year. Child must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2025. Items to Bring: Valid Photo ID Birth Certificate Immunization Record Proof of Physical Exam Proof of Residency with Parent name (Last 30 days) You may come to the Office to pick up your kindergartener's registration packet Registration Daily in MES Front office 8:00am - 2:30pm
🚌 Highlands County School Board – Transportation Information 🚌


https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/article/2298172

Bus Info & Registration Reminder!
Parents, before Open House, please:
✅ Look up your student’s bus stop location & pick-up/drop-off times at https://tinyurl.com/3n2t94fp
✅ Print and complete the bus registration form at https://5il.co/3l3r5
📲 Visit our website: https://tinyurl.com/2xxzs6ae

Do this BEFORE Open House to avoid long lines and lengthy delays!

Questions? Call your local transportation office:
Sebring 471-5789
Avon Park 784-0376
Lake Placid 699-5069


Open house nights are scheduled as follows:
Elementary Schools will be August 5th
Middle and High Schools will be August 7th
*Please check with your schools, as the times will vary

#BackToSchool #SchoolBusInfo #BusRegistration
about 1 month ago, Memorial Elementary
Image of yellow school bus
🙌 A heartfelt THANK YOU to the SHS high school student volunteers! 🙌

We’re so grateful for your time, teamwork, and helping hands in completing important tasks around the Memorial Elementary campus. Your support makes a big difference, and we appreciate you! 💙🐾

#HighSchoolHelpers #MemorialProud #CommunityStrong
about 1 month ago, Memorial Elementary
SHS student volunteers helping out MES
SHS student volunteers helping out MES
🎉 A big shoutout to our amazing HES crew! 🎉

We’re incredibly thankful for their hard work and dedication in helping get Memorial Elementary ready for our students and staff. Because of you, we’re all set for a fantastic school year! 💙💪🏽📚

#Teamwork #Gratitude #MemorialProud #ReadyForSuccess
about 1 month ago, Memorial Elementary
HES Crew - wonderful ladies who have helped make the school shine
Hey Memorial Elementary families! 👋

We're sharing some important info to help you get prepared for a fantastic school year!

Our ✏️ Supply Lists ✏️ for Grades K-5 are officially available! Get organized early so your child can start the year feeling confident and ready to learn.

Also listed on our school website: https://mes.highlands.k12.fl.us/o/mes/page/supply-lists

Keep an eye on our pages for more helpful updates as we get closer to school starting! #MES #SchoolSupplies #ReadyToLearn
about 1 month ago, Memorial Elementary
A document titled "2526 Memorial Elementary School Supply List". At the top, it states "ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE" followed by checkboxes for: Backpack (No Wheels), Headphones (No Bluetooth/Earbuds), Wireless Mouse with Batteries, and Refillable Water Bottle. The rest of the document is divided into columns for each grade level, from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade, listing specific school supplies with checkboxes next to each item. **Kindergarten list includes:** Student Blunt-Tip Scissors, Hard Plastic Crayon Box, Hand Sanitizer, Rolls of Paper Towels, Boxes 24 Count Crayons, Pencils, Black Expo Markers, Glue Sticks, Containers Clorox Wipes, Large Boxes of Soft Tissues, Gallon Ziplocks, Sandwich Ziplocs, and Pack Baby Wipes. A note says: "Classes always appreciate extra supplies as we are learning to write, cut, and paste." **First Grade list includes:** Student Blunt-Tip Scissors, Hard Plastic Crayon Box, Roll of Paper Towels, Boxes 24 Count Crayons, Black Expo Markers, Glue Sticks, Container Clorox Wipes, Large Boxes of Soft Tissues, Gallon Ziplocks, and Sandwich Ziplocks. **Second Grade list includes:** Student Blunt-Tip Scissors, Pencil Case/Pencil Box, Roll of Paper Towels, Boxes 24 Count Crayons, Black Expo Markers, Glue Sticks, Large Box of Soft Tissues, Container Clorox Wipes (Boys), Pack Baby Wipes (Girls), Gallon Ziplocks (Girls), Sandwich Ziplocks (Boys), Pack Expo Markers Black, Yellow Highlighter, Spiral Notebook, and Bottle Hand Sanitizer. **Third Grade list includes:** Student Blunt Tip Scissors, Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder, Pencils, Black Expo Markers, Boxes Colored Pencils, Highlighters, Glue Sticks, Containers Clorox Wipes, Hand Sanitizer with pump, Large Box of Soft Tissues, Roll Paper Towels, Plastic 3-Prong Folder, Composition Notebook, and Pack Multiplication Flashcards. **Fourth Grade list includes:** Student Blunt Tip Scissors, Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder, Pencils, Student Personal Pencil Sharpener, Black Expo Markers, Boxes Colored Pencils, Composition Notebooks, Container Clorox Wipes, and Package Cap Erasers. **Fifth Grade list includes:** Student Blunt Tip Scissors, Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder, Pencils, Composition Notebook, Black Expo Markers, Box Colored Pencils, Container Clorox Wipes, Highlighters, Glue Sticks, Gallon Ziplocks, Sandwich Ziplocks, Spiral Notebooks and a 3 Inch Binder, Pack of 5 Tab Dividers, and 3-pocket folders with 3-hole punch for a binder.
page 2 of school supply list
🎉 Get ready, Memorial Elementary families! Our Open House is just around the corner! 🎉

Join us on August 5th from 4-6 PM to:

Meet your teachers & principals

Tour our school & classrooms

Get parent pick-up tags & bus passes

Complete required forms & get tech app support

And so much more!

📍 Memorial Elementary School - 867 South Memorial Drive, Avon Park, FL 33825

We can't wait to meet you! Remember to bring ID to complete forms and you may drop off student school supplies. See you there! #MemorialElementary #OpenHouse #BackToSchool
about 1 month ago, Memorial Elementary
A flyer for Memorial Elementary School's Open House. The large, colorful title "OPEN HOUSE" is prominent, with smaller text above it reading "Join Us for Memorial Elementary's". Below the title, a black banner states "AUGUST 5TH FROM 4-6 PM". Colorful balloons and confetti graphics are scattered across the top. The bottom half of the flyer lists the event's offerings: "Discover all that Memorial Elementary has to offer! MEET YOUR TEACHER AND PRINCIPALS, TOUR OUR SCHOOL & CLASSROOMS, HEALTH ROOM / CAFETERIA FOOD NEEDS, GET PARENT PICK UP TAGS & BUS PASSES, COMPLETE REQUIRED FORMS, DAY CARE REGISTRATION & TECH APP SUPPORT". At the very bottom, "MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL" is written with the address "867 South Memorial Drive - Avon Park, FL 33825". A friendly closing reads "We look forward to meeting you!" followed by a note: "Please bring ID to complete forms and you may drop off your school supplies in teacher's rooms". Small graphics of a globe, an apple, scissors, a pencil, and the school mascot are included.