The Wildcat World
LSG Elementary Newsletter End of Year 2025
Be Respectful, Be Responsible & Be Safe! It's the Wildcat Way!
Lake St. George Elementary Mission:
Lake St. George Elementary staff, in partnership with students, parents and the community, will provide a quality education that promotes the highest student achievement by being actively involved in continually improving the educational process.
Vision: 100% Student Success
š¾ A Message From Principal Ohmer š¾
Dear LSG Families,
As we wrap up the 2024ā2025 school year, I want to take a moment to say thank you for being such a vital part of our school community. Itās been a year full of learning, laughter, and growth, and we couldnāt have done it without your support.
Our students have shown incredible progressānot just academically, but socially and emotionally as well. From their curiosity in the classroom to their kindness on the playground, theyāve made us proud every step of the way. Weāve also enjoyed so many wonderful moments together, from class celebrations and field trips to school spirit days and family events.
Iām deeply grateful to our amazing teachers and staff who bring energy, creativity, and care into everything they do. And to youāour parents and caregiversāthank you for your encouragement, involvement, and partnership throughout the year.
To our fifth graders moving on to middle school: we are so proud of you! Youāre leaving LSG on a high noteācurrently exceeding both the district and state averages on your FAST science scores. What an incredible accomplishment! We canāt wait to see all the amazing things youāll do next. For everyone else, we canāt wait to see you back in August for another fun and inspiring year.
As we close out another incredible school year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to our outgoing PTA President, Elaina Embree. Her dedication, leadership, and unwavering support have made a lasting impact on our school community. From organizing events to championing new initiatives, Elaina has gone above and beyond to support our students, staff, and families. On behalf of the entire school, thank you for your service and commitment ā you will be greatly missed, and your legacy will be felt for years to come.
Wishing you and your family a safe, relaxing, and joyful summer!
With gratitude,
Angela Ohmer
Principal, Lake St. George Elementary
Stay Connected with LSG!
School Start Time
Students are strongly encouraged to be on time AND be in their seats NO later than 8:45am. * Please remember there is no student drop off before 8:15am.
Attendance Matters
Bring Your State Issued State Identification Card
Please bring your state issued ID card to any on campus school event or meeting, volunteer events or parent/student pick up.
Meet Karson Brown, PTA President 2025-26
A little bit about me: My family and I are new to Florida, having recently moved here in July 2024. My husband, Tateāwho is a CPAāand I have two spectacular girls: Eisley, who is in third grade, and our newest little Wildcat, Arlowe, who is in kindergarten. I am a corporate/commercial interior designer and project manager by trade, although Iāve taken a break in recent years to be more present with my girls.
Weāre new to Florida, to Palm Harbor, and to Lake St. George Elementaryānewbies, no doubt about it! But with that newness comes a fresh perspective and a genuine excitement about opportunities for inclusion, collaboration, and community spirit. Iām passionate about supporting our teachers, staff, and administration to ensure that every childās time at LSG is memorable and fulfilling.
In my professional life, Iāve served on multiple boards in the design industry, working with professionals of all levels and backgrounds for over a decade. As a parent, Iāve been actively involved at my daughtersā schools. I served as a room parent for two years at Eisleyās previous school, where I coordinated directly with teachers and PTA liaisons to plan events, manage budgets, communicate with parents, and organize volunteers.
Since joining the LSG community, Iāve jumped right ināvolunteering in kindergarten classrooms, assisting with the āTardy Party,ā chaperoning field trips, and saying āyesā to any chance to support this incredible Wildcat community. Iām also currently serving as the co-chair of the LSG Student Advisory Council.
From the moment we joined LSG, we were welcomed with warmth and kindnessāfrom teachers and staff, and especially from Principal Ohmer. As PTA President, I want to help extend that same sense of belonging to every child and every parent who walks through our doors. We have a strong, vibrant community with amazing teachers, excited families, and a dedicated group of volunteers. With a fresh outlook and a spirit of collaboration, I believe we can make our Wildcat community even stronger.
I am honored to bring new energy and ideas to Lake St. George as your PTA President.
2025-26 PTA Board Members
Karson Brown, President
Brenna Gwin, Vice President Community Involvement
Jessica Bourdon, Vice President Ways and Means
Paige McKinney, Treasurer
Megan Goetz, Corresponding Secretary
Izabela Dobson, Recording Secretary
Sarah Munoz, Historian
Jodi Carter, Swag Chair
Djay from the Dunedin Blue Jays
Bookin' it to the Ballpark
Girls Who Code
PCSB Science & Engineering Showcase
Mike's Carnivores
Learning about Plant Adaptations
š LSG Transportion Needs
Pinellas County Schools is asking families to provide their transportation needs. The form is available in your Parent FOCUS account. For more information please refer to the email sent on April 1, 2025
š¾ Wildcat Staff Spotlight š¾ Dawn Crouch š¾
š» Important Upcoming Events š·
5/21 - Jackson/Abdelmasieh VPK Graduation (9am Front Yard)
5/22-28 BOGO Bookfair (2:30-4pm Parents Invited)
5/23 - Last Day for School Snacks during Lunches
5/26 - Memorial Day - No School
5/27 - 5th grade Fun Day!
5/28 - 5th grade Breakfast (students only) & Great American project (students only)
5/28 - Senior Clap out (Details Coming)
5/29 - 5th grade Graduation (9am - Countryside High School)
5/29 - Last day of the 2024-2025 school year! Full day!
Report Cards go Home, Jump into Summer Event!
FAST Testing Dates
May 20th- 3rd grade math
May 21st- 4th grade math
May 22nd- 5th grade math
Friday, May 23rd
Last day to purchase lunch snacks
Monday, May 26th
No School
Thursday, May 29th
Last day of school
Jump Into Summer - Student Event sponsored by PTA
Bounce Houses & Games for every student to enjoy!
May 29th - starting at 10am
If you would like to volunteer, please email Kaybe Holtz (holtzk@pcsb.org)
Mark Your Calendars for 2025/26 School Year
Meet the Teacher - 8/7
Weād love for you to join us for a casual "Meet the Teacher" event! Itās a great chance to chat with your childās teacher, ask any questions, and visit the classroom.
August 7th
8:30am-9:30am
Weāre excited to see you there and look forward to getting to know each other better!
Open House - 8/20
Weāre excited to invite you to our Open House! Itās a great chance to learn about the expectations for the school year, get familiar with the curriculum, and ask any questions you might have.
August 20th
Doors open at 5:45pm
Browse the vendor tables set up in the courtyard for some extra fun and resources.
6-6:30pm Pre K- 2nd grade families
6:30-7pm PTA General Meeting (Cafeteria/All families invited)
7-7:30pm 3rd - 5th grade families
We look forward to seeing you there and sharing all the exciting things planned for the year!
š¾ Volunteer at Lake St. George Elementary š¾
Be a Wildcat Volunteer! It's easy to get registered and rewarding for all! Please contact Kaybe Holtz the LSG Community Liaison and volunteer guru in the front office for more details.
https://asd.pcsb.org/schoolwiresforms/volunteer/
Due to the fall hurricanes the PTA Level 2 registration event was cancelled - we are currently working on a new date. We will share this as soon as it's confirmed.
š§ At LSG, we follow the district wellness policy when celebrating birthdays in the classroom š
This means any snacks/beverages brought in must meet the PCS Nutrition Standards, which set guidelines on sugar, fat, sodium, and calories. These standards help us create a healthy learning environment and support lifelong habits of nutritious eating.
If you're planning to send in a birthday treat, please make sure it aligns with the districtās wellness guidelines. You can review the healthy snack list by clicking on "The Wellness Apple".
Thank you for helping us keep our students healthy and energized!