Mrs. Roberts, Corner Lake's wonderful Media Specialist, was recognized on National Media Specialist Day (story in this week's 'Around the Lake' segment) | |
Corner Lake Middle School Community Brief
Friday, April 11, 2025
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This week is Assistant Principal Appreciation Week, and I want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary contributions of our two incredible assistant principals, Dr. Katie Hyser and Mr. Adam Concannon.
In every school, assistant principals are the unsung heroes—working behind the scenes and on the front lines to make sure our students are safe, supported, and set up for success. I know that we all recognize that Dr. Hyser and Mr. Concannon do an incredible amount of work at Corner Lake, but I can assure you that whatever work you think they do, they both do so much more. At our school, we are incredibly fortunate to have two leaders who go above and beyond every single day.
Whether it’s supporting teachers in their professional growth, managing schedules and testing, being a calm and steady presence in a busy hallway, making sure facilities are clean and operational, or handling the challenges of student discipline with compassion and fairness, our assistant principals do it all—and they do it with heart. Their dedication to creating a positive school climate, their unwavering support for students and staff, and their tireless efforts to ensure our school runs smoothly are what make Dr. Hyser and Mr. Concannon such vital members of our team.
| Dr. Katie Hyser, Mr. Browning, Mr. Adam Concannon | |
But perhaps most importantly, they lead with empathy, integrity, and a true passion for education. They are mentors, advocates, problem-solvers, and role models—not just for students, but for all of us. Their impact permeates through every building, every hall, every classroom, and every nook and cranny of this school.
So this week, I encourage everyone—students, staff, and families—to join me in saying thank you to Dr. Hyser and Mr. Concannon. Your leadership matters, your impact is felt, and your work does not go unnoticed. We are grateful every day to have you as part of our school family!
Paul E. Browning
Principal
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Monday, April 14th:
• Chorus Rehearsal - Beginning Chorus Rm 6-105 @4pm
• Annual Tuna Drive Underway
Tuesday, April 15th:
• NJHS Meeting @8:40am in the Media Center
Wednesday, April 16th:
• Robotics Club @8am-9am in Rm 5-101
• Art Club @8:30am in Rm 4-109
• FCA Leader Meeting @8:40am in Rm 2-226
• Annie Jr East River HS PAC @ 7pm
Thursday, April 17th:
• Builder’s Club Meeting @8:30 in the Media Center
• Annie Jr East River HS PAC @ 7pm
Friday, April 18th:
• Yearbook Club Meeting @8:30am in Rm 4109
• FCA Meeting @8:40am in Rm 2-226
• Chess Club Meeting @8:40am in Media Center
• Archery Practice @4:15-6pm
Monday, April 21st:
• 7th & 8th Advanced Treble and Melody Makers Rehearsal Rm 6-105 @4pm
Tuesday, April 22nd:
• Battle of the Books Meeting @8:40am in Media Center
• Earth Day
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Wednesday, April 23rd:
• Robotics Club @8am-9am in Rm 5-101
• Art Club @8:30am in Rm 4-109
• FCA Leader Meeting @8:40am in Rm 2-226
• Administrative Professionals Day
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Thursday, April 24th:
• Builder’s Club Meeting @8:30 in the Media Center
• Last Day of Tuna Drive
Friday, April 25th:
• Yearbook Club Meeting @8:30am in Rm 4109
• FCA Meeting @8:40am in Rm 2-226
• Chess Club Meeting @8:40am in Media Center
• Let’s Read, CLMS @3pm
• Archery Practice @4:15-6pm
• PTSA 'Under the Sea' Dance @6pm-8pm in CLMS Cafe
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Monday, April 28th:
• Beginning Chorus Rehearsal
Tuesday, April 29th:
• NJHS Meeting @8:40am in the Media Center
Wednesday, April 30th:
• Robotics Club @8am-9am in Rm 5-101
• Art Club @8:30am in Rm 4-109
• FCA Leader Meeting @8:40am in Rm 2-226
Thursday, May 1st:
• Builder’s Club Meeting @8:30 in the Media Center
• Testing FAST, PM3 & ELA
• Eagle Excellence Awards @6:30 at East River High School PAC
Friday, May 2nd:
• School lunch Day
• Yearbook Club Meeting @8:30am in Rm 4109
• FCA Meeting @8:40am in Rm 2-226
• Chess Club Meeting @8:40am in Media Center
• Archery Practice @4:15-6pm
| | Here are the 2 multiple choice questions from this year's parent survey plus 1 question for parents where they can share any views on school improvement (English and Spanish versions): | | |
Congratulations to Natasha Zamora Marcelino who was nominated by Mr. Judah as a Soaring Eagle. Mr. Judah writes this about Natasha – I'd like to nominate Natasha Zamora Marcelino. She has been on an absolute roll for the last several weeks, going back before Spring Break. She has shown a complete focus to make herself better by working slowly and methodically, asking clarifying questions, and making sure her assignments are completed to her best effort. While completing all of this, she has gained confidence and excitement in her learning and pride in her achievements. One thing that really makes her stand out is that not only is she helping herself, she is volunteering her own time to help others who are in need. She is doing amazing for herself and others.
Congratulations Natasha.
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Congratulations to Allyssin Carter who was nominated by Mr. Judah as a Soaring Eagle. Mr. Judah writes this about Allyssin – I'd like to nominate Allyssin Carter. She came in late in the year but has integrated nicely into our class. Once she found her footing and comfortableness, she started excelling. She is constantly seeking improvement of herself by asking questions, making sure she understands (in her own words) how to complete problems and always expects more of herself. What sets her apart though is that she is also expecting more of her classmates. She has been helping others understand and complete their work because she wants to see them succeed as well.
Congratulations Allyssin.
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Congratulations to Michael Ortiz who was nominated by Ms. Iadarola as a Soaring Eagle. Ms. Iadarola writes this about Michael – Michael has blossomed in class over the last few months. He is focused, friendly, and always improving.
Congratulations Michael.
| | Annual Tuna Drive by Builders Club | | |
Corner Lake Middle School is taking on the annual Tuna Drive for the 5th year in a row! We have WON in this collection competition for the past FOUR YEARS in a row! Please help us all come together and bring in as many cans of tuna as possible between now and April 24th, 2025!
The tuna collected will be benefiting local food banks and community centers in need. You may drop off cans of tuna in the front office or directly to Mrs. Hurtado in room 3-111. Thank you!!!
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* BEST WRITING Make ups = until April 11th
* CFEs = May 12- May 23 (3-Day Block Schedule)
* FAST PM3 ELA= May 1st (Block Schedule)
* FAST PM3 MATH= May 6th (Block Schedule)
* ALGEBRA I & GEOMETRY EOCs = May 6th (Block schedule)
* NGSSS Civics & Statewide Science = May 13th (Block schedule)
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Understanding B.E.S.T. Writing Reports for Families:
On April 1, students in grades 4-10 were administered the B.E.S.T. Writing assessment. Results for these assessments are reported separately from the FAST English Language Arts (ELA) Reading and are expected to be available no later than June 30. School and district users will be able to access these results in the Florida Reporting System.
The B.E.S.T. Writing assessments are scored and reported on a 12-point rubric with the following domains: Purpose/Structure, Development, and Language. Each domain is worth four possible points. When results are reported, students will receive a raw score on the overall scale (12 points) and for each four-point domain.
Once available, as with other state assessments, families will be able to review student results through the Skyward Parent Portal. The list of resources below may be of benefit to families regarding this assessment and related reports.
| | Corner Lake Theatre Production of Annie Jr. | | |
The Annual Latinos in Action (LIA) Conference took place on April 7 at the University of Central Florida. This activity gathered the LIA students from East Orlando. They enjoyed motivational talks and school performances. The LIA students showcased their amazing TALENTS!
Thanks to the representation of our school by Jayde Lee, Yetzali Garcia, Na’Riah Gross, Joniellys Santiago, and Yarielis Vega, we received a Gold Award for the Master Minds meeting. Our group showed why they are Soaring Eagles!
Thank you to all the LIA students for their dedication to mentoring, tutoring, and serving our school and community. To our eighth graders, we will miss you! Remember this year’s theme, PROGRESS not PERFECTION.
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Both the boys and girls' track teams beat Odyssey on Wednesday, April 9th.
Top Performers for the boy's team were:
Carmelo Hayes: 3rd in 100m and 2nd in 400m
Ander Soriano: 1st in 1600m
Seth Tevyaw: 2nd in 800m
Weylan Velez: 1st in 200m
Timothy Nazario: 4th in 200m
Jesse Strang: 4th in Shot Put
Boys 4 x 100 relay 2nd place
Top Performers for the girl's team were:
Skylar Riley: 2nd in long jump, 2nd in 800m, and 1st in 1600m
Yari Vega: 4th in 400m
Christian Watkins: 3rd in 200m
4 x 100m relay and 4 x 400m relay both got 2nd
The track teams travel to East River on Monday, April 14th for the Cluster Championships!!! Please come to East River on Monday night to cheer on your fellow Eagles!!!
| | You are invited! Please join us for the Eagle Excellence Awards 2025 to honor the outstanding academic achievement of our students. The event will be May 1st at 6:30pm in the East River High School Performing Arts Center. Students who are receiving an award will be given a paper invitation two weeks before the event, but all are welcome to attend! | | |
Students Doing Their Assignments #30: 2024-2025
STEM with Mr. Ho A Yun
| | Physical Science Honors: Circuits | | Fusion 360: Computer Aided Manufacturing | | Newton’s 3rd Law: Action-Reaction | | |
UCF: STEM DAY
DNA Extraction
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Friday May 9th, 2025
Includes ticket to Islands of Adventure & Universal Studios, Meal, T-Shirt, & Transportation
Meeting for all students going during 1st period Wednesday May 7th
(make groups & get shirts)!!!
Chaperone Meeting 5pm Wednesday May 7th
(new time due to other events)
| | Superintendent's Weekly Message: | | |
April 7, 2025
Feeling the end-of-year whirlwind? You're not alone!
This week on Mondays with Maria presented by Addition Financial, Dr. Vazquez is bringing the calm to the chaos for parents and teachers. We're talking about how to help students power through those final tests with confidence, make good choices when the excitement is high and enjoy all the end-of-year fun. Let's finish STRONG!
To hear more on this topic, listen to the Mondays with Maria Podcast, wherever you get your podcasts!
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WAY TO GO EAGLES! KEEP READING! We have circulated 6,593 books (print and e-books) so far this school year for an average of 8.86 books per student.
Our TOP five STUDENTS for book check out the last 30 days are:
1) Nicholas W.
2) Elijah W.
3) Re’ijah M.
4) Hayden K.
5) Luis P.
Keep up the reading, Eagles!
Our TOP five BOOKS for book check out for the last 30 days are:
1) The complete cookbook for teen chefs : 70+ teen-tested and teen-approved recipes to cook, eat, and share by America’s Test Kitchen
2) Frogkisser! by Garth Nix
3) A Good Girls Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
4) Deep Water by Watt Key
5) Falling Short by Ernesto Cisneros
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Make sure to return ALL overdue library books. Even if you have a book from ANOTHER OCPS school, you can return it to Corner Lake Middle. Mrs. Roberts will send it through the courier to the correct school. It is important to make sure all fines, missing book fees, and such are taken care of. Fine and fees must be settled WITH the school from which the fine or fee originated. Also, there are many fun activities and such in high school that require all fines and fees to be settled in order to participate.
There are TWO ways you can read books from your devices AT home, anytime. There are no losing books or fines, because they are automatically returned after two weeks! The two ways for e-books are SORA & DESTINY DISCOVER. There are literally THOUSANDS of reading options from these amazing online sources.
1) CHECK OUT E-BOOKS and AUDIOBOOKS on THE SORA APP on Launchpad or this web link: https://soraapp.com/library/ocps
| | Please donate your usable clothing, shoes, and household items to our CLMS DONATION BIN – located in the corner of the CLMS parking lot! | | 2025-2026 Bus Registration | | |
Dear Corner Lake Families,
The 2025-2026 School Bus Rider Registration form is now accessible to parents, schools, and Student Enrollment staff via the Skyward portal. Completing this form is mandatory, as it will facilitate the issuance of student bus ID cards. Please refer to the attached document for detailed instructions on how to access and complete the form.
Screenshot of page #1 of school bus form instructions:
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Friday was National Media Specialist Day!
Some of the leadership team members were able to show their appreciation to Mrs. Roberts for her dedication to our students! Thank you, Mrs. Roberts, for all you do!
| | STEM Day at UCF with Mr. Ho A Yun’s classes (following images): | | |
Mr. Hunt’s World History classes working on a group project about the Silk Road
(above and below)
| | Mr. Delice, Mr. Concannon, Mrs. Santiago and Dr. Hyser “twinning”! | | ------------------------------- | | |
Have a wonderful weekend!
Paul E. Browning, Principal
Corner Lake Middle School
Friday, April 11, 2025
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