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The Eagle's Call!
Edgewater High School
Integrity. Pride. Tradition.
| | One of First Citizens Bank's commercial banking officers volunteering as a 3DE business coach on campus last week. 3DE schools like Edgewater partner with companies such as First Citzens Bank and Massey Services to provide students with an opportunity to present a solution to a real business challenge. Participating business students work on these case challenges for a quite a period before finally presenting their solutions to company leaders. Please see this Eagle success story below! | | |
Edgewater High School Community Brief
Monday, September 21, 2026
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Edgewater HS Community Member
Last week, we kicked off our first edition of this year’s Eagle's Call!, celebrating the exciting stories and incredible momentum building across Edgewater High School! We are thrilled to keep that energy going in this edition. We had a phenomenal turnout at our first SAC and PTSO meeting—it was inspiring to see so many returning families and dynamic new faces unite with a shared mission to build something truly extraordinary for our students. On top of that, energy was high at our first It's Poppin’ Conference of the school year, where parents and teachers collaborated passionately to ensure student success stays at the heart of everything we do!
We are also so proud to launch the Perched and Present Eagle Award, thanks to the fantastic leadership of Ms. Pelham and our dedicated attendance team! Paired with our Student of the Month recognitions, this award honors four outstanding students each month who demonstrate ultimate commitment with perfect attendance and zero tardies. A massive congratulations to our stellar August winners: Tomiris Jentenirova (9th), Napoleon Benoit-Palmer (10th), Dawson Daley (11th), and Ariya Harp (12th)! A huge shoutout and heartfelt thank you to our incredible PTSO for generously providing the incentive awards for our Perched and Present Eagles and Students of the Month all year long!
Throughout this school year, we will be shining a spotlight on the academic excellence happening inside our classrooms every single day. Look forward to inspiring teacher spotlights each month, as well as exclusive features on our seniors taking college and career visits as they pave the way to bright futures!
Let’s take this journey together this year and take our commitment to excellence to new heights.
In this issue:
1) Eagle Spotlight
2) Student of the Month
3) Be Laptop Ready
4) It's Poppin' Pictures
5) Homecoming '26
6) Legacy Gala Night
7) Eagle Spirit Wear
8) FCA - See You at the Pole
9) FCA Partners
10) GLOW Breast Cancer Awareness Shirts
11) Agri-Technology
12) Dr. Jackson Connects at Lunch
13) Marching Eagles
14) Eagle Athletics
15) Eagle Ambassadors
16) 3DE Business Students & Coaches
17) College and Career
In Eagle Pride,
Dr. Jackson
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Eagle Spotlight!
Ms. James, Mathematics
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We would like to shine a spotlight on Ms. James, our Geometry teacher, for her outstanding instructional approach during 4th period last week.
While preparing students for their upcoming unit test on transversals and parallel lines, Ms. James provided targeted support by pulling a small group back to her desk for focused review. Meanwhile, the rest of the class engaged in a card sort activity, identifying various types of angle relationships and practicing how to solve for missing angles. Her commitment to meeting diverse student needs and creating an interactive learning environment is commendable.
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Edgewater Student of the Month - September
Ahmor McKie
| | On Thursday, September 10th, the Rotary Club of College Park recognized Ahmor McKie as the Edgewater Student of the Month for September. | | |
Ahmor is a Senior who is currently in the EST Magnet with a concentration in Computer Science Technology. He is currently in the top 2% in the class of 2027. He was recognized not only for his academic achievements but also what he has done outside the classroom. Ahmor serves as the Publicist of the Winter Park Public Library Teen Advisory Board, volunteers with Second Harvest Food Bank, as well as involved in the Jiu-Jitsu Club on campus.
His future plans are to earn his Master’s Degree in Information Systems with an ultimate goal of becoming a Chief Information Officer for a major company.
Congratulations. Ahmor!
| | It's Poppin' Quarter 1 - Pictures (Sept. 16) | | We had a successful first-quarter It’s Poppin’ Parent-Teacher Event on Wednesday afternoon. Families had the opportunity to connect with teachers, discuss student progress, review grades, and ask questions about their child’s academic performance. We appreciate the strong partnership between our families and school community and thank everyone who attended to support student success. | | |
Convertibles Needed:
We're in need of convertibles and trucks for our annual homecoming parade! If you or a member of our community are available Thursday, October 8th from 3:30 PM - 6 PM and are able to volunteer you and your vehicle in our homecoming parade, we'd love for you to join us. Please complete this link to sign-up
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Homecoming Tickets:
Eagles join us for a Night in the Bayou Saturday, October 10 from 6PM - 10 PM for our Homecoming Dance. Homecoming Tickets are now on pre-sale for $50 until September 18th. The regular ticket price will be $65 beginning on September 19th. Ticket sales close on October 6th.
Link to purchase ticket. (https://ocps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/73989/574/False/True)
Ticket purchase required for entry. NO REFUNDS permitted.
All grade levels are invited.
Permission slips must be submitted by October 6th. Forms are available for pick-up in student services.
Students are permitted to invite one (1) guest. All guest must be cleared. Forms are available for pick-up in student services.
Students on the NO FLY LIST will not be permitted to enter.
| | Legacy Night Gala (Friday, Oct. 2) | | FCA - See You at the Pole (Sept. 23) | | FCA Sponsor Vicky Williams welcomed EHS Faith Based Partners to our lunch time Huddle Up! to share the importance of community with our students. | Young Life: Valentina Casale, Madison Huecker, Brooke Donato; Church on the Drive: Anna Goetz; Church in the Son: Derrick Aguirre, Miranda Waldron, Paul Canterbury, Kenrick Aguirre | | |
GLOW Breast Cancer Awareness Shirts
Girls Lifting off Into Womanhood
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Eagle Family, in honor of October Breast Cancer Awareness Month, GLOW will be selling Breast Cancer awareness T-shirts and bracelets.
T-Shirt presale is currently $15 until September 30th.
Bracelets are on sale for $1 beginning on October 1st until sold out. Ask a GLOW Girl for purchase of your bracelet.
Join us in bringing awareness and support to Breast Cancer Awareness by wearing your shirt every Thursday throughout the month of October!
Purchase your shirt using this link (https://ocps.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/73494/574/False/True).
As soon as shirts are delivered we'll reach out to you for pick-up in student services.
Thank you!
| | Edgewater Agri-Technology students designed and created aquaponics systems. | | The Agri-Technology students have built a aquaponics systems over the past couple weeks in class where they have learned about aquaponics, designed a system, built it, and presented it to the class. Students channeled their creativity with some making models out of recycled material and some going above and beyond to make working models with live fish. | | Dr. Jackson connects with our Eagles at lunch. | | Dr. Jackson came by the Media Center to visit with the kids at lunch and was able to jump in on a friendly round of UNO. | | Marching Eagles' Highlights | | The Marching Eagles have been busy this football season, performing in the stands and on the field. Catch them at halftime each week as they continue to unveil their 2026 halftime show, “The Heist.” There’s more to come! | | |
Just above and below:
Marching Eagles perform away at Lake Nona during half time.
| | Introducing Eagle Ambassadors! | | |
We are excited to announce the launch of our new Eagle Ambassadors Program, designed to develop student leaders who represent our school with professionalism, integrity, and pride.
Eagle Ambassadors will play an important role in creating a welcoming and positive school community. Selected students will have opportunities to welcome and support new students, serve as peer leaders and role models, and represent our school at special events.
Ambassadors will also support school administration during major events and help strengthen relationships among students, staff, families, and community partners.
Our Ambassadors:
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Aniyah Davis, Junior (Not Pictured)
Anna Panagakis, Junior
Ava Grace Spencer, Junior
Dawson Daley, Junior
Delaney Harmon, Junior
Dixon Price, Junior
Eloise Wenrich, Junior
Emory Strange, Junior
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Ray Collins III, Junior
Amanda Suguene, Senior (Not Pictured)
Freddy Garcia, Senior
Henry Malatesta, Senior
Khmani White, Senior
Rafaella Ojeda, Senior
Tiana Gowen, Senior (Not Pictured)
Leighton Page, Junior (Not Pictured)
| | Business Coaches visit with our 3DE business students. | | |
10.2 Case Coaching
Tenth grade 3DE students are working with Business Coaches from First Citizens Bank. Students are sharing their potential solutions and receiving feedback on the Case Challenge Question.
The question for students was what was the ideal location in Orlando to setup and start up a new First Citizens Bank? Students are currently brainstorming locations, surrounding businesses in the area, and how their branch will help create opportunities in that area. Students will present their final presentations next week to a panel of corporate sponsors from First Citizens Bank.
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9.2 Case Coaching
Ninth grade 3DE students are working with Business Coaches from Massey Services, Inc. Students are sharing their potential solutions and receiving feedback on the Case Challenge Question.
| | Scholarship Opportunities: | | |
How to Access Scholarships
• Xello
* All district scholarships will be continue to be entered in Xello. Xello has a database of national, institutional, and now district scholarships for students and parents to explore.
* Students can access scholarships by going to Xello → College Planning → Scholarships to create your profile and get matched with scholarships that fit.
Open Scholarships on Xello
1. Coca-Cola Scholars- The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.
• Deadline: September 30, 2026
• Award: $20,000
• https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
2. “No Sweat” Scholarship- The Cirkled In “No Sweat” Scholarship is a $2500 CASH scholarship you can use for any educational purpose, from books to summer camp. You only need to sign up for an account and complete your portfolio for consideration.
• Deadline: Quarterly: September 30th, December 31st, March 31st, and June 30th
• Award: $2,500
• "No Sweat" Scholarship
3. Questbridge- The 2025 National College Match is now open! This college and scholarship application connects high-achieving high school seniors from low-income backgrounds with full four-year scholarships to top colleges and lifelong opportunities through QuestBridge.
1. Deadline: October 1, 2026
2. Award: a full four-year scholarship to top colleges
3. https://www.questbridge.org/
4. Epic Flight Academy Aviation Scholarship - EPIC Flight Academy will be awarding $140,000 to high school students interested in flight training or aviation maintenance.
1. Deadline: October 1, 2026
2. They will be awarding 16 aviation scholarships total ranging from $5,000-$20,000
3. https://epicflightacademy.com/aviation-scholarship/
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5. AES Engineering - AES Engineering will continue to offer scholarships to motivated students who have an interest in furthering their education. This scholarship will be awarded based on character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays submitted and is open to all students regardless of field of study.
1. Deadline: October 8, 2026
2. Award: $500
3. https://aesengineers.com/scholarships.php
6. National Young Arts - YoungArts is a nonprofit organization that identifies exceptional young artists, amplifies their potential, and invests in their lifelong creative form. To be eligible for YoungArts Programs, students must be current or past YoungArts award winners. The prestigious annual arts competition is open to emerging artists ages 15-18, or in grades 10th-12th.
1. Deadline: October 8, 2026
2. Award: Cash prizes between $250-$10,000
3. https://youngarts.org/faq/
7. Florida Eastern Star Tuition Grant Program - The Grand Chapter of Florida Order of the Eastern Star, Charitable Foundation, Inc. (Florida Eastern Star) has developed a program that permits funds to cover tuition only for the durst year for those accepted in an accredited college, university, community college, or vocational school within the State of Florida. While grade point average is a factor, the primary focus of the program is a student's desire for a career or vocation and a need for these funds.
1. Deadline: January 1, 2027
2. Award: up to first year's full tuition
3. See Xello for application
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Integrity. Pride. Tradition.
Edgewater High School
Dr. Jackson, Principal
Sunday, September 20, 2026
| | Edgewater High School Senior Leadership Team | |
Principal: Dr. Alex Jackson - 54600@ocps.net
Assistant Principal: Ms. Chastity Pelham - 109026@ocps.net
Assistant Principal: Ms. Ashlee Goletz - 129184@ocps.k12.fl.us
Assistant Principal: Paul Faircloth - 119663@ocps.k12.fl.us
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