Lake Weston Elementary

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Parents, now is the time!

At OCPS, we believe that every student deserves a thriving future, and it all starts with the right educational foundation. Click below to enroll your child and become part of a community that’s united in purpose and passionate about student success.

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What is ParentSquare?

ParentSquare is a unified communication platform that offers a variety of tools that allow the district, school administrators and teachers to more effectively communicate and engage with families and students.

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Community Connect visible in the foreground.

Need to Locate Resources? You can search for free or reduced cost programs such as food, housing, mental health, education programs, and other social services provided directly by Community Based Organizations.

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Hurricane Season: June 1 - November 30

Hurricanes are dangerous and can cause major damage from storm surge, wind damage, rip currents and flooding.

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Bus Route Information for the 2025-26 School Year

Bus route assignments for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year will be available to view on August 1, 2025.

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OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

If you are experiencing issues with an OCPS Parent Portal Application (i.e. Skyward Family Access, Canvas Parent) please click below for support.

Parent Portal Concerns Form

Parents, now is the time!

Enroll Now!

What is ParentSquare?

Click here to learn more!

Hurricane Season: June 1 - November 30

Hurricanes are dangerous and can cause major damage from storm surge, wind damage, rip currents and flooding.

Click here for helpful resources!

Bus Route Information for the 2025-26 School Year

Bus route assignments for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year will be available to view on August 1, 2025.

Click Here to Find Your Bus

OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

If you are experiencing issues with an OCPS Parent Portal Application (i.e. Skyward Family Access, Canvas Parent) please click below for support.

Parent Portal Concerns Form

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Latest News

Stay up to date on the latest news, events and more with the ParentSquare app!

August 13, 2025

False Threat Information Course

OCPS families, State law requires school districts to provide you with information on the consequences of making a threat or false report through FortifyFL or other means. We strongly encourage all pa. . .

July 31, 2025

School Supply List 2024-2025

Click the link to see our School Supply list for the upcoming school year

July 29, 2025

Orange County Public Schools leaders gather for annual ILI at Horizon High School

More than 800 OCPS leaders came together to connect, grow and collaborate on ways to enhance education and spread positivity at our schools. It's all about helping each other prepare, inspire and empo. . .

July 29, 2025

How the OCPS IT 'ninjas' keeps 200+ schools powered and protected

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Orange County Public Schools IT Team, the unsung heroes who keep over 200 schools and thousands of devices running smoothly every day. From troubleshooting network. . .

July 24, 2025

Ocoee High students spend the summer building their own black box theater

While most teens were sleeping in this summer, these Ocoee High students picked up drills and hammers. They built a new black box theater -- with their own hands. This project is about more than a per. . .

July 17, 2025

Homeless Education Summit | How OCPS is helping to support homeless students

Lighting the Way!For the fifth consecutive year, OCPS hosted the Homeless Summit, reaffirming our commitment to lighting the way for students experiencing housing instability.The summit brought togeth. . .

July 17, 2025

OCPS Language Line connects families to live interpreters

Language Line is a direct connection to live interpreters in over 240 languages. Through Language Line, OCPS schools will be able to provide interpretation services to our diverse families.

July 17, 2025

Advanced Studies Symposium helps students plan for life after high school

Options, opportunities and next steps: our OCPS Advanced Studies Symposium gave students a head start on life after high school! From colleges to career pathways, it was a one-stop shop for future pla. . .

July 16, 2025

Orange County Public Schools music teachers dive into Orff Schulwerk training

When teachers have this much fun training, imagine how their students will feel!This summer, many of our music educators participated in the nationally recognized Orff Schulwerk Teacher Education cour. . .

June 30, 2025

Beloved principal retires after 37 years with OCPS

After 37 years with OCPS, Dr. Suzanne Knight, principal of Hamlin Middle School, is retiring -- and it's clear she will be truly missed! Watch as her co-workers and students share their heartfelt mess. . .

Upcoming Events

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School Profile

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Vision: To ensure every student has a promising and successful future

Mission: With the support of families and the community, we create enriching and diverse pathways that lead our students to success.

Objectives:

High Expectations for Student Learning
Student Social and Emotional Well-Being
Dedicated and High-Quality Team
Positive Climate and Safe Environment
Efficient Operations
Engaged and Invested Community

Address: 5500 Milan Drive, Orlando, FL 32810

Phone: 407-296-6430

Principal: Meigan Rivera

Mascot: Mustang

Colors: Red and Black

School Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th

Principal’s Message
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Hello Mustangs!

Our goal is to provide a quality education through shared responsibility in a safe and supportive environment for all students to meet the challenges of a global society.

We are “Committed to Excellence”, and we work hard to make this site a primary source for timely information for all users, and a main gateway for improved communication between parents, teachers, students and other members of our community. Our goal and responsibility is to help each student develop an enthusiasm for learning, a respect for self and others, and the skills to become a creative independent thinker and problem solver.

Meigan Rivera
Principal

School Hours:
7:45am - 8:10am Breakfast
8:15am - 3:30pm School Hours
8:15am - 2:30pm Wednesdays
7:30am - 4:30pm Office Hours

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Parents, now is the time!

What is ParentSquare?

Hurricane Season: June 1 - November 30

Bus Route Information for the 2025-26 School Year

OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

Parents, now is the time!

What is ParentSquare?

Hurricane Season: June 1 - November 30

Bus Route Information for the 2025-26 School Year

OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

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Latest News

False Threat Information Course

School Supply List 2024-2025

Orange County Public Schools leaders gather for annual ILI at Horizon High School

How the OCPS IT 'ninjas' keeps 200+ schools powered and protected

Ocoee High students spend the summer building their own black box theater

Homeless Education Summit | How OCPS is helping to support homeless students

OCPS Language Line connects families to live interpreters

Advanced Studies Symposium helps students plan for life after high school

Orange County Public Schools music teachers dive into Orff Schulwerk training

Beloved principal retires after 37 years with OCPS

Upcoming Events

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