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School's Mission Statement

Together with our families and the community, we empower students with a superior academic experience, essential life skills, and boundless opportunities.

School's Vision

Every student graduates inspired and prepared for a thriving future.

Lake Gem Elementary 2026-2027 Supply Lists
VPK
• 2 boxes of facial tissues
• 2 boxes of Crayola crayons
• 2 plastic folders
• 1 pair of headphones
• 1 bottle of hand soap
• 1 bottle of hand sanitizer
• 1 pencil case/box
• 1 pack of markers
• 1 pair of scissors
• 1 pack of large glue sticks
• 1 pack of fine-point dry erase markers
• 1 ream of copy paper
• 1 sleeping mat
• 1 small sleeping blanket
• Change of clothes (pants, underwear, shirt, socks)
 

Lake Gem Elementary 2026-2027 Supply Lists
Kindergarten
• 1 pair of headphones (not wireless)
• 1 pack of dry erase markers
• 2 boxes of Crayola crayons
• 1 box of sharpened pencils
• 1 pack of glue sticks
• 3 plastic pocket folders
• 1 ream of paper
 

Lake Gem Elementary 2026-2027 Supply Lists
1st Grade
• 1 pair of Headphones
• Pencils (24-count #2)
• Crayons (1 small box)
• Copy Paper (2 packs)
• Glue Sticks (8)
• Expo Markers
• Pencil Box (1)
• Erasers (1 pack)
• 3-Prong Folders (2 each): red, green, blue and yellow
• 3 Composition Notebooks
• Scissors
• The following wish list items will be collected by the classroom teacher for class use:
• 1 container of cleaning wipes
• 1 hand sanitizer
• 1 bottle of hand soap
• 1 tissue box
 

Lake Gem Elementary 2026-2027 Supply Lists
2nd Grade
• 2 pair of headphones
• 2 boxes of 24-count Crayola crayons
• 6 Elmer’s glue sticks
• 1 box of Crayola markers
• 4 packs of 24-count #2 pencils (no mechanical)
• 1 pair scissors
• 6 large erasers
• 2 highlighters
• 2 packs of clear tape
• 3 packs of Expo dry-erase markers
• 1 package of 3x5 index cards
• 5 plastic pocket folders with prongs (red, blue, green, yellow and orange)
• 1 wide-ruled composition book
• 1 primary composition notebook
• 1 pack of sticky notes
• 1 crayon box
 

Lake Gem Elementary 2026-2027 Supply Lists
3rd Grade
• 2 pairs of headphones
• 1.5-inch 3-ring binder with pockets and clear cover (1)
• 1 box of 24-count crayons
• 6 glue sticks
• 1 box washable markers
• 3 packs of #2 pencils
• 1 pair blunt scissors
• 2 pearl erasers
• 1 package eraser caps
• 1 pack clear tape
• 2 packs of dry-erase markers
• 1 dry eraser
• 1 package 3x5 index cards
• 6 pocket folders with brads
• 1 small whiteboard
• 6 wide-ruled spiral notebooks
• 1 package notebook paper
• 1 pack of copy paper
• 1 package multicolored cardstock
• 2 containers of Lysol wipes
 

Lake Gem Elementary 2026-2027 Supply Lists
4th Grade
• (10) 3-Prong Poly(plastic) folders (2 green, 2 blue, 2 red, 2 yellow, 2 orange)
• (3) Wide Rule Composition books
• (1) black fine point sharpie
• (1) 1" binders
• (1) pair of blunt tip scissors
• (1) pack/bag/box disposable gloves
• (1) pack of copy paper
• (50) #2 pencils
• (2 to 4) 4-pack of dry erase markers
• (1) 12-pack of color pencils
• (2) boxes of tissue
• (2) containers of Lysol wipes
• (2) Headphone sets (Dollar Tree) NO WIRELESS HEADPHONES
• (1) box gallon size Ziploc bags
• (1) box sandwich size Ziploc bags

Lake Gem Elementary 2026-2027 Supply Lists
5th Grade
Math/Science
• 24 mechanical pencils
• 1 1.5-inch three-ring binder
• 1 pack Expo markers
• 1 pack Post-it notes
• 1 pack tab dividers
• 1 pack college-ruled paper
ELA
• 2 one-subject spiral notebooks
• 48 pencils
• 1 pack highlighters
• 1 pack colored pencils
• 4 glue sticks
• 1 pair of headphones with microphone
• Pencil pouch or organizer
Classroom Wish-List
• 1 pack of copy paper
• 1 box of tissues
• 1 bottle of hand sanitizer
• 1 pack of disinfecting wipes
• 1 can of disinfecting spray
• 1 box of sandwich size bags or gallon size
 

Lake Gem Elementary 2026-2027 Supply Lists
ASD Team
• 1 pair of headphones with microphone
• 1 school supply box
• 1 one-inch binder with pockets
• 12 #2 pencils
• 2 large erasers
• 2 jumbo glue sticks or 6 small glue sticks
• 1 pair safety scissors
• 2 packs pull-ups if needed
• 1 change of clothes
• 1 box wet wipes

Lake Gem Elementary 2026-2027 Supply Lists
Specials (Music, Art & PE)
• Music: 1 box tissues and Sterisol instrument spray
• Art: markers, colored pencils, glue sticks, tissues
• PE: water bottle, tennis shoes daily, dry-erase markers

After-School Care

We have morning and after-school care. Kinder through 5th Grade.

Contact: Ms. Leslie McClean For more information, please contact Ms. McClean at 407-222-6311

Come Visit the Lake Gem Elementary Family Resource Center!

Discover a wide range of services and support available to our families, including:

• ADDitions Volunteering Opportunities
• Family Learning Resources & Workshop Information
• Help with SchoolCashOnline.com Payments
• LGE Free Library Access
• OCPS Parent Portal & ParentSquare App Assistance
• OCPS Job Listings & Resume Support
• Adult Education Program Information
• Free Book Resources
• On-Site Food Pantry
• And much more!

📍 You’ll find us right in the school lobby.
📞 Have questions? Call us at 407-532-7900.

About Lake Gem Elementary

Located in the heart of Orlando, Florida, Lake Gem Elementary School is part of the Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) district and proudly serves a diverse and vibrant student population. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and character development, Lake Gem provides a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally. The school emphasizes a rigorous curriculum focused on reading, math, writing, science, and technology, preparing students for success in today’s world. Lake Gem is also known for its engaging student recognition programs, including quarterly awards ceremonies that celebrate achievements in academics, attendance, citizenship, and reading. The school fosters a positive and inclusive culture through its school-wide behavior plan and active family engagement via SAC, PTA, and the Family Resource Center. With a dedicated staff and supportive community, Lake Gem Elementary continues to be a place where students are inspired to learn, lead, and succeed.

Lake Gem Elementary Celebrates Student Success!

Throughout the school year, Lake Gem Elementary proudly hosts a variety of awards ceremonies to recognize and celebrate the hard work, growth, and achievements of our students. These special events highlight academic excellence, positive behavior, citizenship, and other accomplishments that make our students shine.

To ensure you never miss an important event, we encourage all families to stay connected through the ParentSquare app, where we post updates, invitations, and reminders about upcoming ceremonies and school activities.

📱 Stay informed. Stay involved.
📞 If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to call our front office at 407-532-7900.

We look forward to celebrating your child’s success together!