At Memorial Elementary, our ESE classes have been celebrating Autism Awareness Spirit Week! 💙

We’re proud to celebrate the strength in our differences and the unique qualities that make each of our students shine. This week has been full of fun and joy, including a dance party and a water day that our students truly enjoyed!

#AutismAwareness #CelebrateDifferences #MemorialElementary
about 4 hours ago, Memorial Elementary
Students having a fun time at Dance Party.
Students having a fun time at Dance Party.
Students having a fun time at Dance Party.
Students having a fun time at Dance Party.
Students having a fun time at Dance Party.
Students having a fun time at Dance Party.
Students having a fun time at Dance Party.
Students having a fun time at Dance Party.
🔬✨ Memorial Elementary 5th Grade Science Fair ✨🔬

Our 5th grade students have been hard at work, and their amazing science projects are on display tonight! Stop by the cafeteria to check them out while you're here for Report Card Conferences.

Don’t forget to also visit the Book Fair 📚 and enjoy our Art Walk 🎨 showcasing student creativity throughout the school!

We hope to see you there! 👏

#MemorialElementary #ScienceFair #StudentLearning #MESPride
1 day ago, Memorial Elementary
5th grade science projects on display on tables in the cafeteria.
5th grade science projects on display on tables in the cafeteria.
5th grade science projects on display on tables in the cafeteria.
🌟 Memorial Elementary Staff of the Month – February 🌟

Congratulations to our February Staff of the Month:
🍎 Miss Santerre
🍎 Mrs. Ortegon
🍎 Mrs. Fields
🍎 Mrs. Valles

These incredible individuals are just a few of the amazing HERO staff members who go above and beyond every single day at MES. Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to our students make a difference!

Thank you for being such an important part of our school family! ❤️

#MemorialElementary #StaffOfTheMonth #MESHeroes #ThankYou
1 day ago, Memorial Elementary
Miss Santere pictured holding her certificate.
Mrs. Ortegon pictured holding her certificate.
Mrs. Fields pictured holding her certificate.
Mrs. Valles pictured holding her certificate.
🎉 Congratulations to our D.A.R.E. Poster Contest Winner at Memorial Elementary! 🎉

We’re proud to celebrate the creativity and positive choices of our students. A special shoutout to this year’s winner Emily Botello for an outstanding poster that truly reflects the D.A.R.E. message!

Thank you to our School Resource Deputy, Deputy Stewart, for supporting and encouraging our students every day. 👮‍♂️💙

#MemorialElementary #DARE #StudentSuccess #CommunityStrong
1 day ago, Memorial Elementary
SRD Stewart with DARE Poster winner Emily Botello. Photo taken in front office.
Memorial Elementary Families ❤️💙🤍⭐

There will be no school this Friday.

🚫 No MES Daycare

Enjoy the long weekend! We look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday, April 6th.

Have a safe and relaxing weekend! 🌼
2 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Colorful school announcement graphic showing a smiling colonial-style mascot wearing a hat labeled “MES,” standing in a spring meadow with flowers and butterflies. Large text reads “No School Friday.
❤️💙 Memorial Elementary Shout-Out 💙❤️

A big THANK YOU to Christa Jones from Highlands Care Closet for stopping by and supporting our school community!

She generously donated bags of clothing and a box of shoes for our littles—what an incredible gift! 👟👕

Christa was truly a breath of fresh air, and we are so grateful for her kindness and generosity.

Thank you again, Christa, for making a difference! 💫
2 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Christa Jones dropping of bagged donations of clothes and shoes for MES students. Bags pictured in back of car and on a cart. Picture taken outside with blue sky and green trees and gray road and sidewalk,

👑 Celebrating Our Queen of Staff Attendance! 👑

A huge shoutout to Mrs. Monika Owens for her incredible dedication! 🎉 She has not missed a single day of school this year—what an amazing accomplishment!

Thank you, Mrs. Owens, for your commitment to our students and school community. Your consistency and hard work truly make a difference every day! 💙📚

#MemorialElementary #StaffShoutout #Dedication #AttendanceQueen #MakingADifference

5 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Mrs. Owens who is in her classroom smiling for being our Queen of Staff Attendance.

🎉 Kindergarten Round-Up Fun at Memorial Elementary! 🎉

We had an amazing time welcoming our future students and families during Kindergarten Round-Up! 💙📚 From meeting teachers to exploring classrooms, it was a time full of smiles and excitement.

✨ Good news! We are still registering for the 2026–2027 Kindergarten school year.
🎈 PLUS — we have ONLY 6 VPK spots left!

Don’t miss your chance to join the Memorial Elementary family. Stop by or contact us today to get your child enrolled!

#MemorialElementary #KindergartenRoundUp #FutureStudents #VPK #EnrollNow

5 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Pictures of parents, students and teachers at Kindergarten Roundup.
Pictures of parents, students and teachers at Kindergarten Roundup.
Pictures of parents, students and teachers at Kindergarten Roundup.

🌸 Spring Cleaning Donation Drive at Memorial Elementary! 🌸

As you’re doing your spring cleaning, consider donating to support our school community! 💙

🗓 March 31st – April 10th

We are collecting:
👕 Kids’ clothing & shoes (all seasons)
🥫 Canned & boxed food items
🎁 Gently used items for our PBIS Store (toys, trinkets, blankets, cups, keychains, bags, office supplies—our students love it all!)
🎨 Craft supplies

📍 Donation bins will be available during Parent Conferences and in the front office from March 31st- April 10th!

Thank you for helping our Memorial Elementary students learn, grow, and thrive! 🌷

5 days ago, MES Socials
A colorful, spring-themed poster for Memorial Elementary’s Spring Cleaning Donation Drive featuring a smiling cartoon colonial-style mascot wearing a blue hat labeled “MES.” The poster includes flowers, butterflies, and bright decorations. It lists donation dates as March 31st to April 10th and shows four categories of items: kids’ clothing and shoes, canned and boxed food, gently used PBIS store items like toys and supplies, and craft materials. A message at the bottom says donation bins will be available during parent conferences and in the front office.
🌟🎉 Memorial Elementary STEM Spring Family Event! 🎉🌟

Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for an evening of fun, learning, and hands-on STEM activities!

📅 April 2nd
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

✨ Sponsored by Title I ✨

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What to Expect:
🔭 Stargazing Station
🌦️ Spring Weather Station
➕ Spring Math Activities
📚 Free Books & Reading Fun
🎨 Face Painting
🎂 Cake Walk
🎯 Games/Inflatables
🍧 Kona Ice Truck

📝 Kindergarten & VPK Round-Up Registration Information Available!

This is a FREE event for all families—come explore, create, and have fun together! 💙❤️

📣 Don’t miss out—invite your friends and we’ll see you there!

#MemorialElementary #STEMNight #FamilyFun #TitleI #ElementaryEvents
6 days ago, Brooke Jones
A colorful flyer for Memorial Elementary’s STEM Spring Family Event featuring a cheerful colonial-style school mascot. The flyer includes event details (April 2nd, 5:30–7:00 PM, sponsored by Title I) and highlights family-friendly activities such as a stargazing station, spring weather station, spring math, free books, face painting, cake walk, games, and a Kona Ice truck, all set against a bright, playful spring and space-themed background.
✏️📚 Memorial Elementary BEST Writing Test 📚✏️

🗓️ Tuesday, March 31st
👩‍🏫 4th & 5th Grade

Students will be taking the computer-based writing test. 💻✍️
Please make sure your child arrives to school on time and ready to do their best! ⭐

#MemorialElementary #BESTWritingTest #StudentSuccess #TestDay #DoYourBest
7 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Flyer for Memorial Elementary School (MES) announcing the BEST Writing Test. Text reads: “MES BEST Writing Test. Tuesday, March 31st. 4th & 5th Grade.” Additional text states that students will take a computer-based writing test and should arrive at school on time. The design features red, white, and blue shapes with a small cartoon school mascot dressed in a colonial-style outfit labeled “MES.
🎒📚 Memorial Elementary – VPK & Kindergarten Round-Up this Wednesday! 🍎✨

We are excited to announce that we are now accepting registration for the 2026–2027 school year!

📅 Wednesday, March 25
⏰ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

🌟 Future Kindergarten & VPK families are invited to:
• Visit classrooms for story time
• Participate in a fun make-and-take activity
• Enjoy a snack
• Get important school information

👧 Kindergarten Eligibility:
Child must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026.

🧒 VPK Eligibility:
Child must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
VPK requires an ELC Certificate.
VPK Instruction 3 hours Free
Extended Day Enrichment Option: $75 Registration & $50 weekly fee

📄 Items to Bring:
✔️ Valid Parent/Guardian Photo ID
✔️ Birth Certificate
✔️ Social Security Card
✔️ Updated Immunization Record
✔️ Updated Physical Exam
✔️ Proof of Residency (dated within last 30 days)

📍 You may also stop by the front office to pick up your child’s registration packet during office hours 8:00 - 1:00 daily.

Title 1 Sponsored Event

📞 863-784-0200
🌐 MES.HIGHLANDS.K12.FL.US (website)
8 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Memorial Elementary School flyer for VPK and Kindergarten enrollment. Registration is now open for the 2026–2027 school year. Event details: Wednesday, March 25, from 2:30–3:30 PM. The school will be the VPK Avon Park location. Information section: Families can get school information; VPK requires an ELC certificate; VPK offers 3 hours of free instruction; extended day option costs $75 registration plus $50 weekly for full day. Age requirements: Kindergarten—5 years old before September 1, 2026; VPK—4 years old before September 1, 2026. Documents needed: birth certificate, social security card, updated shot records, updated physical, parent/guardian ID, and proof of residency. Contact: 863-784-0200. Website: mes.highlands.k12.fl.us. “Enroll Now” and “Title 1 Sponsored Event” noted. Colorful design with school-themed graphics like crayons, globe, apple, and books.
🌟🎉 Memorial Elementary STEM Spring Family Event! 🎉🌟

Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for an evening of fun, learning, and hands-on STEM activities!

📅 April 2nd
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

✨ Sponsored by Title I ✨

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What to Expect:
🔭 Stargazing Station
🌦️ Spring Weather Station
➕ Spring Math Activities
📚 Free Books & Reading Fun
🎨 Face Painting
🎂 Cake Walk
🎯 Games
🍧 Kona Ice Truck

📝 Kindergarten & VPK Round-Up Registration Information Available!

This is a FREE event for all families—come explore, create, and have fun together! 💙❤️

📣 Don’t miss out—invite your friends and we’ll see you there!

#MemorialElementary #STEMNight #FamilyFun #TitleI #ElementaryEvents
8 days ago, MES Socials
A colorful flyer for Memorial Elementary’s STEM Spring Family Event featuring a cheerful colonial-style school mascot. The flyer includes event details (April 2nd, 5:30–7:00 PM, sponsored by Title I) and highlights family-friendly activities such as a stargazing station, spring weather station, spring math, free books, face painting, cake walk, games, and a Kona Ice truck, all set against a bright, playful spring and space-themed background.
📚 Memorial Elementary Book Fair is Coming NEXT week! 📚

We’re excited to welcome students and families to our MES Book Fair, happening:

📅 March 30– April 3
📖 Students will have opportunities to visit the Book Fair during the school day to browse and purchase books.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Night:
📅Tuesday, March 31st
⏰ 2:30–6:30 PM
Families are invited to shop together and find great books for home!

💳 eWallet Available!
eWallet is a secure, digital payment option that allows parents to preload funds so students can shop independently—no cash needed.

Click this link to get access the eWallet setup: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/memorialelementaryschool18

🔗 View the flyer & learn more:
https://tinyurl.com/MESbookfair2026

Thank you for supporting reading at Memorial Elementary! 📖❤️💙🤍

#MemorialElementary #MESBookFair #BookFairFun #FamilyReading #LoveToRead
9 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Colorful square promotional graphic on a dark blue background announcing a Scholastic Book Fair. Large text reads: “Major Scholastic Book Fair announcement” and “The best day ever is coming!” Decorative shapes include stars, sparkles, a megaphone, and a smiling face with heart eyes. The Scholastic logo appears in a red banner near the top center.
Memorial Elementary 💙

Next week, we will celebrate Autism Awareness Week 🧩 as we honor the strength in our differences and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. ✨

Spirit Week Dress-Up Days:
💙 Monday – Sensory Friendly Day
Wear comfy clothes to represent sensory comfort. 👕

🦸 Tuesday – Super Hero Day
Dress like a superhero to recognize strengths and abilities. 💥

❤️ Wednesday – Red/Hearts Day
Wear red or hearts to show love and acceptance.

🧩 Thursday – Puzzle Piece Day
Wear puzzle pieces, bright colors, or autism shirts to celebrate the beauty of the diverse spectrum. 🌈

🏫 Friday – No School

We look forward to a meaningful week of learning, support, and celebration at Memorial Elementary. 💙✨
9 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Colorful school flyer for Autism Awareness Spirit Week with puzzle piece decorations and cartoon heart and puzzle characters. Text reads: “Autism Awareness Spirit Week! March 30th–April 3rd.” Dress-up days are listed as: Monday, Sensory Friendly Day, wear comfy clothes to represent sensory comfort; Tuesday, Super Hero Day, dress like superheroes to recognize strengths and abilities; Wednesday, Red/Hearts Day, wear red or hearts to show love and acceptance; Thursday, Puzzle Piece Day, wear puzzle pieces, bright colors, or autism shirts to celebrate the beauty of the diverse spectrum; Friday, No School. The flyer ends with: “Celebrate the Strength in Our Differences!”

Second grade had so much fun wrapping up our Human Body unit this week! 🫀🫁🦴

Students rotated through several hands-on activities. It was wonderful seeing their excitement and curiosity in action!
We were also lucky to have a special visitor from Lake Placid Health and Rehab join us. They generously donated masks and gloves for our activities and helped students as they worked through the stations. The kids loved having a real healthcare professional there to support their learning and answer questions!


Thank you for helping make this experience even more meaningful for our students. Learning truly comes alive when our community gets involved! 💙

19 days ago, Memorial Elementary
2nd grade students and staff end of unit learning activity on Human Body.
2nd grade students and staff end of unit learning activity on Human Body.
2nd grade students and staff end of unit learning activity on Human Body.
2nd grade students and staff end of unit learning activity on Human Body.
2nd grade students and staff end of unit learning activity on Human Body.
2nd grade students and staff end of unit learning activity on Human Body.
2nd grade students and staff end of unit learning activity on Human Body.
2nd grade students and staff end of unit learning activity on Human Body.
2nd grade students and staff end of unit learning activity on Human Body.
2nd grade students and staff end of unit learning activity on Human Body.
Need something to do over Spring Break that's FREE and FUN? Head to one of our local libraries and see Stella 🐾 and Janie 🐾, our local Therapy Dogs that work with the HSCO, and both LOVE to READ! 📖
Highlands County Library Schedule: Spring Break with Therapy Dogs.

📖 Avon Park: Tues, March 17 @ 11 am
📖 Sebring: Wed, March 18 @ 11 am
📖 Lake Placid: Thursday, March 19 @ 11 am.
19 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Two therapy dogs sit on a rug in a children’s library section. A small brown, white, and black corgi with its tongue out sits beside a taller gray dog; both wear alphabet-print bandanas. Bookshelves filled with children’s books line the space, and a small sign on a table reads, “Meet our Therapy Dogs: Stella & Janie!” with adults and a child browsing in the background.
Flyer for the Highlands County Library System titled “Spring Break with Therapy Dogs.” Event dates and locations: Avon Park Public Library, Tuesday, March 17 at 11 a.m.; Sebring Public Library, Wednesday, March 18 at 11 a.m.; Lake Placid Memorial Library, Thursday, March 19 at 11 a.m. Logos for the County of Highlands, Heartland Library Cooperative, and the Highlands County Sheriff’s Office are displayed. A circular badge shows two therapy dogs, Stella and Janie, with the words “Highlands County Therapy Dogs – Sheriff’s Office – Instilling Hope.”
🎉🌳 Memorial Elementary Kid’s Park Reminder! 🌳🎉

📅 Friday, March 13th
⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM
📍 Memorial Elementary (MES)

This is a reminder for families of students who are signed up for Kid’s Park this Friday.

👉 Please plan to pick up your child promptly at 3:00 PM.

We look forward to a fun afternoon! 💙

#MemorialElementary #KidsPark #ParentReminder #MES
21 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Colorful reminder graphic for Memorial Elementary featuring the school’s colonial-style mascot wearing a hat labeled “MES,” standing near a playground with swings and slides. Text reads: “Memorial Elementary. Reminder to Parents! For those students signed up for Kid’s Park this Friday, March 13th from 2–3 pm. Please remember to pick up your child promptly after the Kid’s Park.” Balloons, school supplies, flowers, and a sunny outdoor scene decorate the image.
🌞🌴 Memorial Elementary Spring Break! 🌴🌞

📅 March 16th–20th
🚫 No School & No MES Daycare

We hope our Memorial Elementary students and families enjoy a fun, relaxing, and safe Spring Break! 🌊🌺

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back on Monday, March 23rd! 💙

#MemorialElementary #SpringBreak #EnjoyTheBreak
21 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Colorful beach-themed graphic announcing Memorial Elementary Spring Break, March 16–20. Text reads “Spring Break! March 16th–20th. No School & No MES Daycare. See students back Monday, March 23rd.” The image features a smiling cartoon colonial-style character wearing a blue hat labeled “MES,” standing on a beach with an umbrella, beach ball, bucket and shovel, flip-flops, flowers, and ocean waves. A smiling sun wearing sunglasses appears in the sky.
📘✨ Memorial Elementary 5th Grade Yearbook Ads ✨📘

Celebrate your 5th grader with a special Yearbook Ad! 🎉

📝 Ad Pricing:
• ½ Page – $15
• Full Page – $25

⏰ Orders Due By: April 2nd

✅ How to Order:

Pay on the MES website under Student Fees

Choose your pictures and message

Email your picture/message to Kim Grossman at grossmak@highlands.k12.fl.us

A proof will be sent home for parent approval

Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize your student and create a lasting memory in this year’s yearbook! 💙📚
22 days ago, Memorial Elementary
Colorful flyer for Memorial Elementary promoting 5th grade yearbook ads. The headline reads “Memorial Elementary Yearbook Ads – 5th grade.” Pricing is listed as half page for $15 and whole page for $25. Orders are due by April 2nd. Ordering steps: 1) Pay on the MES website under student fees. 2) Choose pictures and message. 3) Email picture and message to Kim Grossman at grossmak@highlands.k12.fl.us . 4) A proof will be sent to the parent for approval. The flyer includes illustrations of crayons, a spiral notebook page, a student writing, an alarm clock, stacked notebooks, and a globe.