We think we can make it even further to help our school reach our goal of $20,000 with our next challenge: The class with the most new donations tonight will receive a booster swag bag! This bag is filled with exclusive prizes that their class gets to keep for the entire year!
We have another challenge tonight: Any student who gets a new donation tonight of ANY AMOUNT can wear their pajamas to school tomorrow. View our school’s progress toward our $20,000 goal on MyBooster.com!
Permission slips for this year’s Beary Talented Bears Talent Show will be sent home on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
🎤 Auditions will take place in the Music Room on
📅 Wednesday, March 11
⏰ 2:15–4:30 PM
Our theme this year celebrates growth and creativity, reminding us that every performer starts somewhere. We encourage students to share their talents and take pride in how they’ve grown!
📝 Please be sure all completed permission slips are returned to Mrs. Segarra by Friday, February 20, 2026.
We can’t wait to watch our Beary Talented Bears grow their little seeds into big talents!
Last night, we proudly honored our Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Segarra, Rookie Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Alexander, and our Support-Related Employee of the Year, Mrs. Alonzo. While Mrs. Alonzo was unable to attend, her dedication and impact were still celebrated and deeply felt.
These incredible educators and staff members go above and beyond every day to support our students, families, and school community. We are so grateful for all you do—congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 🌟🍎
🙌 Thank you for making a difference for our school!
Substitute Teacher Job Posting Dates:
• January 12th - January 25th
• March 9th - March 22nd
Job postings site: https://lakecsd.schoolspring.com/
• 🎽 Wear on Mondays to promote a positive mindset school wide
• 💚 All proceeds support Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) programs and student activities
• 🗓 Pre order window: January 19–23 only
Share the spirit — encourage students to wear their shirts each Monday and help build a kinder, more positive school community!
Students who register by January 28th get to wear a hat to school on January 29th 🧢⭐
It’s a fun way to show school spirit and support our school—win-win!
👉 Sign up today: mybooster.com
Let’s get registered, Pine Ridge families! 💙❤️
💻 Register online at MyBooster.com – TODAY!
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 01/29/2026
👟 Event Day – 02/06/2026
💻 Register online at MyBooster.com – TODAY!
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 01/29/2026
👟 Event Day – 02/06/2026
KONA ICE WILL BE ON CAMPUS FRIDAY JANUARY 16TH 2026
Kona Ice will be on campus Friday, January 16th 2026.
Students will be able to visit the Kona Truck during their recess time.
Below are a few very important reminders to help make this event run smoothly:
PRE-PAY SITE: The Pre-Pay Site will close on Wednesday, January 14th 2026 at 11:59PM EST. You will not be able to purchase Kona Ice for your student(s) online after this time frame.
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K150X1863639
REFILLS: The REFILL option is ONLY for students who already have a Kona Ice Reusable Cup. Students can only visit the truck ONCE meaning you may not purchase a size + a refill for your student on the same day. Refunds will not be given.
REUSABLE KONA CUP: If your student(s) is bringing in a reusable Kona Cup to use for a refill purchase please remember to put their names on the cup & send in a large ziplock bag to place it in after. We are not responsible for lost or stolen cups.
CASH: You may send your student(s) in with cash for the event. However please keep in mind, cash may not be sent in until the day of(January 16th 2026) and exact change must be given(our teachers do not have access to change, therefore no change will be given) & you must send it in with the bottom of the form sent to your Focus email.
ERMS is excited to invite you to our Elective Selection & Guided Campus Tours!
🎓 What to Expect:
• Learn about elective course offerings
• Request elective choices for next school year
• Take a guided campus tour
📄 Forms will be collected at the end of each presentation.
📍 Location: ERMS Café
🗓 Event Dates & Times:
🔹 Student Last Name A–L
📅 February 11, 2026 | ⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m.
🔹 Student Last Name M–Z
📅 February 25, 2026 | ⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m.
🚪 Gates open at 4:45 p.m.
📞 Questions? Contact ERMS at 352-536-8020
🌐 Learn more: https://www.lake.k12.fl.us
We are excited to announce that our Boosterthon Fun Run is coming soon! This is our main fundraiser of the year, and it’s an exciting way for students to build character, stay active, and support our school.
This year’s program, Star Quest 5, combines a fun fitness event with meaningful character lessons focused on curiosity, courage, teamwork, resilience, and humility. Our goal is to raise $20,000 to support school projects and student and staff incentives.
How it works:
Families will gather donations through MyBooster.com by sharing your student’s personal fundraising page with friends and family. Every share truly makes a difference!
🎩 Hat Day Incentive!
Students who sign up at MyBooster.com during the week of January 12 will earn a Hat Day as a special schoolwide incentive. More details will be shared with students as we kick things off!
Key Dates to Remember:
• Boosterthon Kickoff at School: January 29
• Fun Run Event Day: February 6
✨ Families are warmly invited to attend the Fun Run on February 6 to cheer on their students and celebrate their hard work and accomplishments. We love having our Pine Ridge community there to encourage our runners!
Family Event Pre-Registration
Families who wish to attend the Fun Run on February 6 are asked to pre-register using the Google Form that was sent to their Focus email. This pre-registration is for event attendance only and helps us plan for a safe and successful event.
Pre-registration is available through January 30.
More details will be shared as we get closer to the event. Thank you for your continued support of Pine Ridge Elementary and for helping make this fundraiser a success.
KONA ICE WILL BE ON CAMPUS FRIDAY DECEMBER 19TH 2025! Students will be able to visit the Kona Truck during their recess time.
Below are a few very important reminders to help make this event run smoothly:
PRE-PAY SITE: The Pre-Pay Site will close on TONIGHT AT 11:59 PM December 17th 2025. You will not be able to purchase Kona Ice for your student(s) online after this time frame.
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K150X1453638
REFILLS: The REFILL option is ONLY for students who already have a Kona Ice Reusable Cup. Students can only visit the truck ONCE meaning you may not purchase a size + a refill for your student on the same day. Refunds will not be given.
REUSABLE KONA CUP: If your student(s) is bringing in a reusable Kona Cup to use for a refill purchase please remember to put their names on the cup & send in a large ziplock bag to place it in after. We are not responsible for lost or stolen cups.
CASH: You may send your student(s) in with cash for the event. However please keep in mind, cash may not be sent in until the day of(December 19th 2025) and exact change must be given(our teachers do not have access to change, therefore no change will be given) & you must send it in with the bottom of the form sent to your Focus email.
If you have any questions or concerns please email pineridgepto@gmail.com
