Dear Panther Lake Families,

I hope this message finds you rested, refreshed, and full of wonderful memories from your Thanksgiving break. It was lovely to have a few days to pause and appreciate all the good things in our lives, and now we are excited to welcome our students back to school this week!

As we transition into the final few weeks before the Winter Holiday break, I want to emphasize how incredibly important daily attendance is right now. We only have three short weeks of instruction before the holidays, and every single learning moment is critical. Consistent attendance ensures that your child doesn't miss key concepts that build the foundation for future learning. Please help us by ensuring your student is on time and present every day from now until December 22.

During the first week of December, our students will be taking the 2nd FAST (Florida Assessment of Student Thinking) progress monitoring assessment. This assessment is a valuable tool that provides us with a snapshot of your child’s progress in reading and math so far this year.

Please know that this is not a test your child needs to "study" for. Instead, the data we collect from this 2nd administration of FAST is essential. It will be used by our teachers to personalize instruction, pinpoint areas where students need extra support, and shape our curriculum for the entire second half of the school year. Ensuring your child is well-rested and prepared to put forth their best effort is the most helpful way you can support them during this time.

We are so grateful for your continued partnership and look forward to a fantastic, focused few weeks of learning leading up to the holidays.

The 2025-2026 yearbook is now on sale! Use the link below to order!

Mission-The PTO at Panther Lake Elementary is the connecting point between parents, school, staff, students and the surrounding communities. Our goal is to provide opportunities for students, families, and school staff to build long-lasting relationships and shared experiences outside the classroom, while supporting work inside the classroom through volunteer opportunities and fundraising activities!

Support the PTO as a Family Sponsor for the 2025-2026 school year! Family Sponsors receive a free Panther Lake t-shirt (multiple options to choose from) and many additional benefits. Visit our sponsorship page for more details. We appreciate your support! 

Want to get your business out in front of local families, while also supporting our school community? Consider sponsoring the Panther Lake PTO! We have a variety of benefits and marketing opportunities designed to fit your unique needs and budget. Plus, we're a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so your sponsorship donation is tax-deductible! Visit the link below to learn more.

Mark your calendar for our 2025-2026 PTO General Meetings. We'd love to see you there! 

On Sale Dec. 1 - Holiday Grams will go on sale Dec. 1. Send a gram to your student, their friends, and/or PLE teachers and staff! There are two festive options to choose from this year: a Winter Stuffed Animal (assorted animals) or a Snowman Lollipop. Sales will be open through Dec. 5 while supplies last and grams will be delivered to classrooms starting Dec. 16. Watch the PTO Facebook page and PTO website for more details.

Coming Soon: Wonderland Holiday Gift Shoppe- Our Wonderland Holiday Gift Shoppe will take place the week of Dec. 8. Students will have time to shop and pick out gifts for their family and friends during school hours. We're currently looking for volunteers to assist students with their shopping!