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The Denn John Middle School Dragons breathe F.I.R.E., which stand for Focus, Integrity, Respect, and Engaged in Learning. The goal is to provide a learning environment that promotes both academic and social growth. The students have the opportunity to earn high school credits through acceleration courses. Denn John Middle is a PBIS school that rewards positive behavior that creates a culture focused on doing the right thing.

Harmony Middle School is proud to be rooted in the rich heritage and traditions of Osceola County while preparing students for a bright and successful future. Home to one of the district’s most recognized Agriscience programs and the 2027 Florida Teacher of the Year, agriculture teacher Miss Brown, Harmony Middle provides students with meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that connect classroom learning to the world around them.At Harmony, we believe every student has the potential to grow, lead, and make a difference. Through innovative programs, engaging instruction, and opportunities for hands-on learning across a variety of areas, we cultivate curiosity, confidence, and lifelong success. Our strong sense of Osceola County pride and commitment to our community are woven into everything we do.As Wranglers, our students are encouraged to Follow Your R.O.P.E.S. by being Respectful, Organized, Problem Solvers, Engaged, and Safe. These core expectations guide our students in becoming responsible learners, positive leaders, and productive members of their school and community.At Harmony Middle School, we celebrate our roots, embrace innovation, and empower every student to discover their strengths, pursue their passions, and create their own path to success.

Welcome to Horizon Middle School, where every student is known, supported, and inspired to succeed. At Horizon, we proudly celebrate the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences that make our school community strong. As a Title I school, we are committed to providing every student with a high-quality education and the opportunities they need to reach their full potential. Our dedicated staff works collaboratively to create a safe, engaging, and academically rigorous learning environment where students are challenged to think critically, solve real-world problems, and develop the skills needed for success in high school and beyond. Learning at Horizon extends far beyond the classroom. Students have opportunities to discover their passions, build leadership skills, and develop meaningful connections through programs such as Technology Student Association (TSA), National BETA Club, athletics, fine arts, and extracurricular activities. These experiences help students grow into confident, responsible citizens who make a positive impact in their school and community. At Horizon Middle School, we believe every student has the potential to soar. Students enter as eager learners and leave prepared to pursue their dreams with confidence, determination, and purpose. Become part of the Horizon family and discover why our Eagles are building a bright future every day. We look forward to welcoming you to the nest!

Kissimmee Middle School prepares students academically, socially, and emotionally for success in high school, college, and future careers by providing diverse academic, leadership, and enrichment opportunities. Students can earn a variety of high school credits with additional support through our Acceleration Academy, explore STEM pathways and career-focused courses that help them discover future opportunities, and participate in exceptional Fine Arts programs such as Band and Orchestra. Kissimmee Middle School is also proud to offer the only middle school JROTC program in Osceola County, providing students with unique opportunities to develop leadership, citizenship, teamwork, and self-discipline.

Narcoossee Middle School is an AVID National Demonstration School. The Narcoossee Middle School Community will empower stakeholders to relentlessly pursue success through collaboration, a growth mindset, and a safe environment. Our learners ill be entrusted with the skills necessary to excel in high school and beyond. Narcoossee Middle utilizes the tools of academics, the arts, athletics, exceptional student education, and a school-wide commitment to writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading to produce well-rounded students that are prepared for high school and post-secondary education. Narcoossee Middle's pride is real and if you are fortunate enough to become a Black Bear then you will experience it for yourself.

“Excellence for all, whatever it takes”, the motto of Neptune Middle School (NPMS), reveals the commitment to providing quality education for all students. This public school for grades six through eight continues to be a receptive, warm, and friendly school where all are welcomed and students are given a sense of belonging. NPMS believes that parental involvement improves student achievement, and is very conscious of parent-school communications.

Parkway Middle School is Anchored in Excellence. As One Crew, One Course, One Parkway, we provide a welcoming environment where every student is valued, supported, and challenged to succeed. We believe that everyone can and will learn, positive relationships drive achievement, intentional decisions lead to growth, and accountability is essential for success. Our innovative Culinary Arts Specialty Program offers hands-on experiences that build creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, and career-ready skills. At Parkway, students are empowered to discover their passions, achieve academic excellence, and chart a course for a successful future!

St. Cloud Middle School is a high-achieving Title I school committed to excellence in academics, leadership, and student growth. In 2026, SCMS became the first and only school in the School District of Osceola County to receive the prestigious Exceeding Expectations Award, reflecting our commitment to student success. At SCMS, our focus is "Progress Over Perfection." We believe every student can grow, and we are dedicated to supporting and celebrating individual progress both inside and outside the classroom. In addition, school culture is one of our greatest strengths. As a continued Gold Model PBIS School, we intentionally foster a positive learning environment where students feel connected, valued, and empowered. Through strong relationships, high expectations, and the celebration of student growth, we create a culture where every learner can thrive.

Central Avenue Elementary School is a specialized choice program school with a community of lifelong learners committed to using effective and engaging instructional strategies in the classroom. Central Avenue provides an innovative opportunity for elementary students to increase science literacy by offering a Cyber-STEAM inspired Choice program. The Cyber-STEAM program offers a unique range of experiences that build students’ knowledge and understanding of a variety of facets in the STEM arena, including engagement with robotics drones, coding, eSports, and the media arts. STEM education creates critical thinkers, increases science literacy, and enables the next generation of innovators while creating pathways to high-tech, high-income jobs in STEM related careers. Central Avenue Elementary is preparing the students today for the careers of tomorrow.

Chestnut Elementary School for Science and Engineering is an engaging and respectful learning environment that focuses on providing a nurturing and collaborative learning environment that meets the needs of ALL students for the world today and tomorrow. The students are immersed in learning that is real-world and career-connected - a bridge that will make learning purposeful and meaningful, as well as provide them the tools for success for their future. It is through these commitments and unique learning opportunities, that the students of Chestnut Elementary School for Science and Engineering will become productive members of society and able to cope with an ever-changing world.

Cypress Elementary School is a school of excellence for all learners. The staff strives to inspire all students to reach their highest potential through a focus and commitment to collaboration between students, teachers and the community. This partnership continues to develop learners that are prepared for college, careers and beyond.

As the global economy continues to change with the introduction of new technology, career paths, and avenues of communication, we have the opportunity and responsibility to train our brains to think in the most innovative way possible. At Deerwood Elementary School of Innovation, young scholars will be exposed to future-forward pathways through the lens of STEAM(Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Scholars will use the critical thinking, literacy, technology, and collaboration skills acquired to become the next generation ready to choose their future pathway of Enrollment, Enlistment, Employment, or Exploration. Deerwood Innovation Scholars will be prepared to head to the next step of their education journey with background knowledge including but not limited to flight principles, manufacturing, electricity, nutrition, and ecology.

At East Lake Elementary, every child is a leader. As a Leader in Me school, we empower students to discover their strengths, set goals, and make a positive impact on their community. We celebrate the diversity of our cultures and traditions while embracing the arts as a powerful tool for creativity, expression, and learning. Through strong family partnerships, inclusive practices, and a commitment to excellence, East Lake Elementary inspires students to become confident leaders, lifelong learners, and engaged global citizens.

At Flora Ridge Elementary ALL staff, students and community members are committed to creating a unified foundation that celebrates diversity and fosters academic risk taking to empower students to be successful and productive citizens.

Harmony Community School is a family of Shorthorns that leads by example through personal responsibility, contribution and hard work. Harmony Community is an institution of learning that practices the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Students to continuously improve socially, academically, physically and emotionally. The school encourages students to set goals and work toward accomplishing and monitoring those goals; additionally, fosters a healthy culture by encouraging each person to sharpen his/her leadership skills. Harmony is a community that teaches, inspires, respects, celebrates and values everyone, every day.

Hickory Tree Elementary is on a mission to provide a unique educational opportunity for all students while building a solid foundation in sports and leadership. Students will engage in lessons and enrichment activities that increase team building, critical thinking, real-world connections, self-awareness, and behavioral control. The goal is to create life-long learners who embrace the lessons and values learned from individual and team sports like perseverance, cooperation and personal integrity while achieving high levels of learning that will impact their life, both academically and socially, to be college and career ready. Hickory Tree is drafting the best Team, “Team players not benchwarmers!” ‍

Highlands Elementary School is the home of the new Space Program. Highlands' Space Cowboys will work in teams to solve real-life science, technology and math while using space exploration as a theme to create a positive learning experience that raises students’ expectations of success and motivates them to pursue studies in these fields. Highlands will use digital tools such as planetarium projectors to enhance the learning experience while providing unique opportunities for students to be innovators, inquisitive and self-motivated to explore and learn while being inspired to achieve their maximum potential. Highlands offers real-life learning experiences such as star gazing which develop students' interest in new career fields and hobbies that cultivate a sense of wonder for the world.

Kissimmee Elementary School is a high-performing educational institution designed to develop and nurture successful and independent critical thinkers through Innovation, Diversity and Opportunity (I Do). The ‘I DO’ initiative cultures the respect for our society’s diversity through innovative project-based and student-centered instruction. Students will learn about real world career pathways in the areas of the environment, philanthropy, journalism/media, government, and the health industry by creating opportunities to experience hands-on, interactive lessons that will create wonder and build pathways to future career choices. The school is a cohesive learning community that promotes the development of entrepreneurship skills in various real-life environments through enriched and rigorous learning within a diverse community where all children succeed.

Koa prides itself on providing excellence in education for all students. Our dedicated staff is here to serve all families and to help every student achieve his or her absolute best every single day. At Koa Elementary School, we are steadfast in our development of the whole child. Koalas climb academically, socially, and emotionally. Fostering this growth in all areas will allow our koalas to achieve great success beyond this school year.

Lakeview Elementary is a traditional Kindergarten to Grade 5 elementary school in the heart of St. Cloud. The school has been a part of the St. Cloud community for over 30 years. The administration at Lakeview believes that all children can learn at high levels in a rich and rigorous atmosphere where all staff collaborate to meet their needs academically and socially. Lakeview strives to be an all-inclusive school that recognizes and supports family involvement through various community connections and events for students, parents, and community members.

Michigan Avenue Elementary is a collaborative community of students, parents, and teachers who ensure all can learn and grow into creative well-rounded individuals. The highly qualified staff seek to create a challenging learning environment that encourages high expectations for success while promoting a safe, caring, and supportive environment for all learners. We are the Bullpups!

The Mill Creek Gators is a student-centered family of learners, working together to ensure every student is safe and has the best opportunity to succeed in our diverse community. Following the Environmental Management and Energy Program, students engage in eco-friendly activities focused on understanding the structure and the functioning of the environment, the Earth, and how humans fit in. The goal is to inspire students to be conscientious about their background, reflect on their everyday actions, and develop the ability to make thoughtful decisions to create an environment that allows all to live the best quality live. The energy and environmental focus promotes outdoor learning experiences, project-based enrichment opportunities and increased real-world connections while igniting the student’s innovative thinking skills.

Narcoossee Elementary is a school that revolves around building leadership capacity within the students, staff, and community. Narcoossee Elementary teaches and practices the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People based on secular principles and practices of personal, interpersonal, and organizational effectiveness.

Neptune Elementary provides challenging and engaging standards-based instruction through data driven decisions, collaboration, problem solving, and a shared vision for success. Neptune Elementary supports an environment of trust, respect, communication, and commitment with a growth mind-set and high expectations. Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day!

Partin Settlement Elementary School is a community dedicated to creating a safe, secure, and nurturing educational environment where every student is an active learner. The school's mission is to inspire all students to reach their highest potential, develop the whole child, and uphold the Pioneer Three: Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be a Positive Problem Solver. Partin Settlement Elementary is also proud to be one of the first AVID National Demonstration Elementary Schools in the country, reflecting its commitment to college and career readiness and academic excellence for all students.

Pleasant Hill Elementary is a community of leaders committed to cultivating a safe and caring learning environment that enables all students to become college and career ready through a rigorous curriculum that challenges students at all levels. The staff at Pleasant Hill is a dedicated group of educators with the common goal of reaching students at their academic level and maximizing their growth potential. Pleasant Hill Elementary will equip students with the tools necessary to be successful today, tomorrow, and in the future.

Poinciana Academy of Fine Arts (PAFA) is an arts-integrated elementary school and has been recognized by the State of Florida as an Arts Model School. The students are allowed to develop their talent and skills in the fine arts. PAFA produces several shows each year for the school and community showcasing their talent. In addition to the special areas, many of the classroom teachers have been formally trained on how to integrate the arts into core subjects. The administration is proud to have a diverse student population, and embraces inclusion at the school. Each day, the staff and faculty works to live up to the school's motto “We are ALL Stars!”‍

Reedy Creek Elementary cares about meeting the individual needs of every student. Through its challenging Choice program of STEAM, supplemented with the integration of environmental science, students are educated on the importance of wellness, fitness, modern medicine, medical research and how our environment and our daily decisions may affect our health. In alliance with family and community, Reedy Creek will provide lessons on teamwork and sportsmanship, along with a positive, safe environment where children will be challenged academically to become critical thinkers, lifelong learners of the sciences, and contributing members of an ever-changing, diverse society. ‍

St. Cloud Elementary is a school which provides a rigorous and safe learning environment for all students. St. Cloud Elementary teachers and staff have a shared vision of the following belief statements:• All learning should focus on the child;• Expect success to promote lifelong learning;• Lead with vision; and• Education must be a shared responsibility between the home, student, school, and community.

The agriculture science program promotes a better understanding of the living environment, research, and training on the development of the agricultural productivity and farming. Students will study animals - their habits, their traits, and their roles in the environment. Learners become critical thinkers, make cross-curricular connections, and increase supplemental experiences while creating a positive and safe school environment to ensure that our students are successful academically and emotionally. The agri-animal science program allows students to have direct interaction with nature when growing and harvesting crops and raising and caring for animals as part of their curricular activities. Sunrise Elementary is harvesting the future zoologist and botanists of our community.

The teachers and staff at Ventura Elementary work diligently to promote a positive, student-centered learning environment, focusing on helping students grow academically, behaviorally, and socially. Lessons are focused on college and career readiness and designed to make learning hands-on, collaborative, and inquiry based. Ventura provides students the opportunity to prepare for college and career through our AVID program (Advancement Via Individual Determination) and become bilingual and bi-literate through our Dual Language Program. This school year, we are adding a Medical Science and Technology learning track so that all students, K-5, can learn about fitness, wellness, sports medicine, coding, cybersecurity, and robotics. Our goal is to foster a love for learning and guide students in preparing for college and careers.

Canoe Creek K8 is Osceola County's premier Environmental STEM school. Through a hands-on, minds-on approach to learning, students at CCK8 will develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary for the 21st century. Our on-site nature preserve and gardens allow opportunities for student exploration and inquiry. The E-STEM focus at Canoe Creek K8 will prepare students for the future and give them tools to help build sustainable, informed communities that are environmentally sound. The school is a cohesive learning community in which students are given the opportunity to grow academically and emotionally. The staff is committed to providing an enriched and rigorous education through exploration within a diverse community where all children succeed beyond the K-12 system. *Education Through Exploration*

Celebration School is committed to creating a compassionate community of learning, exploring, and creating. The staff takes great pride in challenging each student to reach his or her highest potential. Celebration School focuses on providing a rigorous, student-centered curriculum to prepare students for college and careers.

Osceola County School for the Arts (OCSA) is founded on the parallel learning and cross-disciplinary values of academic rigor and artistic enterprise. In addition to high-quality, classical training in their chosen arts area, our OCSA artists develop an innovative spirit and creative confidence from collaborative inquiry and performance-based learning.

Osceola Virtual School was established in August 2008. We offer access to a high quality rigorous and comprehensive K-12 program serving both part-time and full-time student enrollments. Our curriculum and resources for each course are fully digital allowing easy access and flexibility of time and locations. OVS follows the school district calendar.

Westside K-8 is a caring school family that puts students first in all decisions. We strive to nurture and support our students to develop individuality, independence and critical thinking. The diverse faculty and student body makes Westside an inclusive environment giving the students a global perspective to succeed. The K-8 setting allows staff to develop strong long-term relationships with families through the elementary and middle years.