Correction: Students will take the FAST Reading assessment on Tuesday, September 1, and the FAST Math assessment on Thursday, September 3.
Please make sure your student comes to school with a fully charged Chromebook each testing day.
Thank you for your help in making sure our students are prepared!
Please click on the link below for additional FAST testing information.
ENG FAST Testing Letter
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ssTmztwJji3LB4NTKmNCxRVIXrvwTvcC/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110566912290427889373&rtpof=true&sd=true
SPAN FAST Testing Letter
https://docs.google.com/document/d/19yw3ywkFZmzgJn6HTUBt67KzAC7jZ3dE/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110566912290427889373&rtpof=true&sd=true
📢 SMS Families!
If you haven't paid your child's $10 Chromebook Usage Fee, please use the link below to take care of it. 💻
You can also find Chromebook fees and fines anytime by visiting the SMS Pay tab in the upper-right corner of the SMS website.
💙 Thank you to everyone who has already paid! If you're not sure whether you've already taken care of the fee, simply search your email for REVTRAK to check for your payment confirmation.
Thank you for helping us keep our Chromebook program running smoothly! 💙⚡
https://highlands.revtrak.net/sebring-middle/sebring-ms-fees-and-fines/#/v/Sebring-MS-Chromebook-Usage-Fee
If you haven't paid your child's $10 Chromebook Usage Fee, please use the link below to take care of it. 💻
You can also find Chromebook fees and fines anytime by visiting the SMS Pay tab in the upper-right corner of the SMS website.
💙 Thank you to everyone who has already paid! If you're not sure whether you've already taken care of the fee, simply search your email for REVTRAK to check for your payment confirmation.
Thank you for helping us keep our Chromebook program running smoothly! 💙⚡
https://highlands.revtrak.net/sebring-middle/sebring-ms-fees-and-fines/#/v/Sebring-MS-Chromebook-Usage-Fee
The School Board of Highlands County is excited to launch Highlands PLUS, a brand-new way for non-enrolled and non-traditional students in our community to access high-quality district courses. Students can take as little as one course or several. Courses can be taken in person or virtually through Highlands Virtual School (HVS)! Please note that course availability varies by school.
Whether your student is looking to explore a new passion or get ahead, we offer incredible courses in:
🔬 STEM
🎨 Fine Arts
💼 Career & Technical Education (CTE)
📚 Core Academics (Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies—including Honors!)
💻 Virtual Learning
We are an authorized StepUp for Students provider! We accept payments directly through the EMA portal as well as direct pay options. This program is specifically designed for non-traditional students who may be utilizing the FTC or FES school choice scholarships.
Access to a district Chromebook is fully included in your course enrollment price. Accidental Chromebook damage is covered by paying an annual $10 use fee.
Note: Highlands PLUS is for non-enrolled students, meaning SBHC acts as a contracted service provider. Participants are not enrolled as full-time public school students.
👉 Ready to customize your child's education? Log into your StepUp EMA portal or visit our district website at https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/plus to explore courses and begin enrollment today!
#HighlandsPLUS #StepUpForStudents #SchoolChoice
Whether your student is looking to explore a new passion or get ahead, we offer incredible courses in:
🔬 STEM
🎨 Fine Arts
💼 Career & Technical Education (CTE)
📚 Core Academics (Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies—including Honors!)
💻 Virtual Learning
We are an authorized StepUp for Students provider! We accept payments directly through the EMA portal as well as direct pay options. This program is specifically designed for non-traditional students who may be utilizing the FTC or FES school choice scholarships.
Access to a district Chromebook is fully included in your course enrollment price. Accidental Chromebook damage is covered by paying an annual $10 use fee.
Note: Highlands PLUS is for non-enrolled students, meaning SBHC acts as a contracted service provider. Participants are not enrolled as full-time public school students.
👉 Ready to customize your child's education? Log into your StepUp EMA portal or visit our district website at https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/plus to explore courses and begin enrollment today!
#HighlandsPLUS #StepUpForStudents #SchoolChoice
7th Grade Chromebook & Charger Return Reminder
Tomorrow, May 18th, all 7th grade students will be returning their Chromebook and charger. Please make sure both items are packed in their backpacks before coming to school.
Students will return both items during their science classes.
Thank you for your support!
Tomorrow, May 18th, all 7th grade students will be returning their Chromebook and charger. Please make sure both items are packed in their backpacks before coming to school.
Students will return both items during their science classes.
Thank you for your support!
6th Grade Chromebook & Charger Return Reminder
Tomorrow, May 15th, all 6th grade students will be returning their Chromebook and charger. Please make sure both items are packed in their backpacks before coming to school.
Students will return both items during their science classes.
Thank you for your support!
🎉📚 Sebring Middle School New Families Night 📚🎉
We are excited to welcome our incoming students and families! 💙
🗓 Thursday, April 23rd
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
Come out and:
👩🏫 Meet our teachers
🏫 Tour our campus
📋 Learn about dress code & procedures
🎨 Explore elective options
🏀 Check out sports & clubs
This is a great opportunity to get all your questions answered and see what makes SMS so special!
✨ We can’t wait to meet you! ✨
We are excited to welcome our incoming students and families! 💙
🗓 Thursday, April 23rd
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
Come out and:
👩🏫 Meet our teachers
🏫 Tour our campus
📋 Learn about dress code & procedures
🎨 Explore elective options
🏀 Check out sports & clubs
This is a great opportunity to get all your questions answered and see what makes SMS so special!
✨ We can’t wait to meet you! ✨
🎨 Highlands County School District 🎨
🖌️ ART SHOW 🖌️
Presented by:
Sebring High, Avon Park High, Lake Placid High,
Sebring Middle, Lake Placid Middle, Avon Park Middle, Memorial Elementary,
Cracker Trail Elementary, Lake Placid Elementary, Woodlawn Elementary
📅 April 21–24, 2026
⏰ 4–6 pm
📍 South Florida State College Gymnasium
600 West College Drive, Avon Park, FL 33825
🏆 AWARDS RECEPTION 🏆
📆 Friday, April 24th
⏰5:30 pm Elementary
⏰6:00 pm Middle & High
🍪 Light refreshments provided by Everglades Seasonings from 5–6 pm
🖌️ ART SHOW 🖌️
Presented by:
Sebring High, Avon Park High, Lake Placid High,
Sebring Middle, Lake Placid Middle, Avon Park Middle, Memorial Elementary,
Cracker Trail Elementary, Lake Placid Elementary, Woodlawn Elementary
📅 April 21–24, 2026
⏰ 4–6 pm
📍 South Florida State College Gymnasium
600 West College Drive, Avon Park, FL 33825
🏆 AWARDS RECEPTION 🏆
📆 Friday, April 24th
⏰5:30 pm Elementary
⏰6:00 pm Middle & High
🍪 Light refreshments provided by Everglades Seasonings from 5–6 pm
8th Grade Families: 📝
Yearbook messages are $20 for a ¼ page (message and/or picture).
Email Coach Patterson with any questions (staff email link below).
https://sms.highlands.k12.fl.us/o/sms/staff
Yearbook messages are $20 for a ¼ page (message and/or picture).
Email Coach Patterson with any questions (staff email link below).
https://sms.highlands.k12.fl.us/o/sms/staff
Sebring Middle School is very fortunate to have such a dedicated Assistant Principal. Mrs. Germaine leads with strength, supports our staff, and guides our students every day. Thank you, Mrs. Germaine, for everything you do to make our school a great place!💙🤍⚡
✨ Sebring High School Colorguard Tryouts 2026 ✨
Your moment to shine is here! 🌟
Show us your skills, unleash your passion, and try out for a spot on our dynamic, high-achieving Colorguard team. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the #guardlife!
📅 Tryout Dates:
Tuesday, April 14 & Thursday, April 16
⏰ 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: SHS Band Room
👕 What to Bring:
• Clothes you can move in (no jeans)
• Water bottle
• Positive attitude
🎯 Who Can Join:
• Incoming SMS & HGMS 8th graders
• Incoming SHS students (9th–12th grade)
💬 Questions?
Contact Coach Lisa at szulewsl@highlands.k12.fl.us
Come grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and be part of something amazing! 💙
#guardlife #dance #performing #flags #acting
Your moment to shine is here! 🌟
Show us your skills, unleash your passion, and try out for a spot on our dynamic, high-achieving Colorguard team. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the #guardlife!
📅 Tryout Dates:
Tuesday, April 14 & Thursday, April 16
⏰ 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: SHS Band Room
👕 What to Bring:
• Clothes you can move in (no jeans)
• Water bottle
• Positive attitude
🎯 Who Can Join:
• Incoming SMS & HGMS 8th graders
• Incoming SHS students (9th–12th grade)
💬 Questions?
Contact Coach Lisa at szulewsl@highlands.k12.fl.us
Come grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and be part of something amazing! 💙
#guardlife #dance #performing #flags #acting
The letters below contain important infomation in reference the to upcoming B.E.S.T. Writing assessment (please click on the links below).
English Letter
https://docs.google.com/document/d/16scmPyvypUEZ90ixz5rsHhNduoqYXSs6/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110566912290427889373&rtpof=true&sd=true
Spanish Letter
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G5csL21XRdWxKaV4AI_bg1utCbdb2kM8/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110566912290427889373&rtpof=true&sd=true
English Letter
https://docs.google.com/document/d/16scmPyvypUEZ90ixz5rsHhNduoqYXSs6/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110566912290427889373&rtpof=true&sd=true
Spanish Letter
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G5csL21XRdWxKaV4AI_bg1utCbdb2kM8/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110566912290427889373&rtpof=true&sd=true
Champion for Children recently donated two car seats to SMS math teacher Mr. Oppong! 💙
Mr. Oppong has been teaching with us all year, and we are so excited that his family has now arrived from Ghana, Africa to join him. Thank you to Champion for Children for supporting our school family and helping make this special reunion even smoother. 👨👩👧👦🚗
#Grateful #SchoolFamily #CommunitySupport
Mr. Oppong has been teaching with us all year, and we are so excited that his family has now arrived from Ghana, Africa to join him. Thank you to Champion for Children for supporting our school family and helping make this special reunion even smoother. 👨👩👧👦🚗
#Grateful #SchoolFamily #CommunitySupport
Florida Prepaid Open Enrollment is here! Lock in future college costs at today’s rates. New options include 1-year plans and payments as low as $29/month. 🎓
Secure your child’s future today: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/flprepaid
Secure your child’s future today: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/flprepaid
⚽ Soccer Information ⚽
📌 Friday, March 6
ALL paperwork (Sports Physical Packet) must be uploaded to the Athletic Clearance website by 3:00 PM.
🚫 NO EXCEPTIONS
✅ Students must be cleared to participate in skills training and tryouts.
📍 Location: County Complex
216 Sheriffs Tower Rd, Sebring, FL 33870
🗓 Monday, March 9
Skills Training (Boys & Girls)
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
🗓 Tuesday, March 10
Tryouts (Boys & Girls)
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
🗓 Wednesday, March 11
Tryouts (Boys & Girls)
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
🗓 Thursday, March 12
Parent Meeting (for athletes who made the team)
This meeting will also be held at the County Complex
⏰ 5:30 PM
Let’s have a great season! ⚽🔥
📌 Friday, March 6
ALL paperwork (Sports Physical Packet) must be uploaded to the Athletic Clearance website by 3:00 PM.
🚫 NO EXCEPTIONS
✅ Students must be cleared to participate in skills training and tryouts.
📍 Location: County Complex
216 Sheriffs Tower Rd, Sebring, FL 33870
🗓 Monday, March 9
Skills Training (Boys & Girls)
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
🗓 Tuesday, March 10
Tryouts (Boys & Girls)
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
🗓 Wednesday, March 11
Tryouts (Boys & Girls)
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
🗓 Thursday, March 12
Parent Meeting (for athletes who made the team)
This meeting will also be held at the County Complex
⏰ 5:30 PM
Let’s have a great season! ⚽🔥
Please be aware that this letter is coming home with your child this afternoon.
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https://bit.ly/3OxKbm7
✨ SMS SGA PRESENTS ✨
🌟 GLOW IN THE DARK DANCE 🌟
📅 Friday | February 27
🟣 6TH GRADE
🕞 3:30–5:30 PM
👕 Dress Code: School dress code applies — no exceptions
Students must wear the same clothes they wore to school.
🔵 7TH & 8TH GRADE
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
👕 Dress Code: School dress code applies — no exceptions
🚪 Doors close at 6:30 PM — No entry after 6:30.
🎟️ Criteria to Attend:
💲 Tickets $10 — Sold ONLY during lunches 2/25–2/27
❗ All sales final. No refunds.
🚫 No referrals & no more than 1 BIF (Jan. 12–Feb. 27)
🏫 Must attend SMS & be present the entire school day on 2/27
🚗 Parent drop-off & pick-up at designated locations
📱 Cell phones & personal bags will be checked in & secured
🍕 Snacks & drinks available for purchase
💐 No “prom-posals” at school (no flowers, posters, etc.)
Get ready to GLOW! ✨🕶️💡
🌟 GLOW IN THE DARK DANCE 🌟
📅 Friday | February 27
🟣 6TH GRADE
🕞 3:30–5:30 PM
👕 Dress Code: School dress code applies — no exceptions
Students must wear the same clothes they wore to school.
🔵 7TH & 8TH GRADE
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
👕 Dress Code: School dress code applies — no exceptions
🚪 Doors close at 6:30 PM — No entry after 6:30.
🎟️ Criteria to Attend:
💲 Tickets $10 — Sold ONLY during lunches 2/25–2/27
❗ All sales final. No refunds.
🚫 No referrals & no more than 1 BIF (Jan. 12–Feb. 27)
🏫 Must attend SMS & be present the entire school day on 2/27
🚗 Parent drop-off & pick-up at designated locations
📱 Cell phones & personal bags will be checked in & secured
🍕 Snacks & drinks available for purchase
💐 No “prom-posals” at school (no flowers, posters, etc.)
Get ready to GLOW! ✨🕶️💡
🎭✨ Sebring Middle School Theatre Sponsorship Opportunities! ✨🎭
Our talented students are bringing Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. 🐇🎩 to the stage, and we’d love your support!
💫 Sponsorship Levels Available:
🌟 The Marquee – $500
• Title sponsor recognition
• Advertising on media outlets
• Verbal mention at performances
• Reserved seats
🎬 The Grand Stage – $250
• Listed in the program
• Verbal mention at performances
• Thank-you post on SMS Facebook page
👏 Standing Ovation – $100
• Listed in the program
🎉 Break-a-Leg – Under $100
• Special thank-you for supporting SMS Theatre
📌 Please make checks payable to Sebring Middle School and write “Theatre” in the memo line.
Help our students shine on stage and make this production unforgettable! 🌟🎟️💙
Our talented students are bringing Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. 🐇🎩 to the stage, and we’d love your support!
💫 Sponsorship Levels Available:
🌟 The Marquee – $500
• Title sponsor recognition
• Advertising on media outlets
• Verbal mention at performances
• Reserved seats
🎬 The Grand Stage – $250
• Listed in the program
• Verbal mention at performances
• Thank-you post on SMS Facebook page
👏 Standing Ovation – $100
• Listed in the program
🎉 Break-a-Leg – Under $100
• Special thank-you for supporting SMS Theatre
📌 Please make checks payable to Sebring Middle School and write “Theatre” in the memo line.
Help our students shine on stage and make this production unforgettable! 🌟🎟️💙
Parents, please check your child’s backpack today 🎒✨
Progress reports came home! 📄😊
Progress reports came home! 📄😊
⚡ Sebring Middle School is ready!
💙🤍 United We Shine School Spirit Showdown
🎥 Watch • 📲 Share • 🗳️ Vote for our video
💵 Every dollar = one vote
⚡ Let’s strike with Blue Streak pride!
#UnitedWeShine #makefundraisingFUN
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/uwcfschoolspirit/team/1015490/
💙🤍 United We Shine School Spirit Showdown
🎥 Watch • 📲 Share • 🗳️ Vote for our video
💵 Every dollar = one vote
⚡ Let’s strike with Blue Streak pride!
#UnitedWeShine #makefundraisingFUN
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/uwcfschoolspirit/team/1015490/
📚 Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! 📚
Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! is designed to raise awareness about the importance of reading and to inspire Florida’s students and families to make reading part of their daily routines.
✨ Join us for our Literacy Week Dress-Up Days: ✨
👖 Monday – Made in the USA
Denim, flannel, sports jerseys, or anything that screams Americana
🔴⚪🔵 Tuesday – Red, White, & Blue
Wear your favorite patriotic gear
🎓 Wednesday – Star-Spangled Scholar
College t-shirts, military t-shirts, or trade school shirts
⭐ Thursday – Stars & Stripes Day
Stars and stripes — any color!
🏫 Friday – School Spirit Day
Wear school colors with patriotic accessories
Let’s celebrate literacy, learning, and school spirit all week long! ❤️🤍💙📖
Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! is designed to raise awareness about the importance of reading and to inspire Florida’s students and families to make reading part of their daily routines.
✨ Join us for our Literacy Week Dress-Up Days: ✨
👖 Monday – Made in the USA
Denim, flannel, sports jerseys, or anything that screams Americana
🔴⚪🔵 Tuesday – Red, White, & Blue
Wear your favorite patriotic gear
🎓 Wednesday – Star-Spangled Scholar
College t-shirts, military t-shirts, or trade school shirts
⭐ Thursday – Stars & Stripes Day
Stars and stripes — any color!
🏫 Friday – School Spirit Day
Wear school colors with patriotic accessories
Let’s celebrate literacy, learning, and school spirit all week long! ❤️🤍💙📖
