This week, we proudly roll out the red carpet for our incredible teachers and staff during Teacher Appreciation Week! At Freedom High School, every educator is a star, and we are so proud of the passion, dedication, and heart our staff brings to campus each and every day.

Freedom High School is who it is because of our educators—professionals who are deeply committed to our Patriots’ learning, growth, and success. From inspiring lessons and meaningful relationships to endless encouragement and support, our teachers go above and beyond to make a lasting impact on students’ lives.

To all of our Freedom staff: thank you for being the leading role in our students’ success story. Your hard work, resilience, and care deserve a standing ovation. 🌟👏 We are grateful for everything you do to make Freedom High School shine!

We proudly celebrated our Class of 2026 during Senior Sign-In Day as students were recognized for taking the exciting next step in their future plans. Seniors officially signed in to represent their commitment to one of more than 60 colleges, universities, or branches of the military, showcasing the many pathways ahead for our graduates. During this event, we also honored our Top 10 students and Super Scholars, recognizing their outstanding academic achievements and dedication. This celebration reflected the hard work, perseverance, and excellence of the Class of 2026—congratulations to our seniors on this important milestone! We are FREEDOM

We recently celebrated a joyful and meaningful milestone event honoring both our youngest learners and our future educators. We recognized three amazing preschool graduates as they prepare to head to kindergarten, along with 11 high school seniors who have earned—or will soon earn—their Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.

The celebration was filled with smiles and heartwarming moments, including songs performed by our preschool students and a program thoughtfully guided by our incredible preschool teaching team. A special shout-out goes to Ms. Longstaff, whose dedication supports our high school CDA students, and to Ms. Kamyla and Ms. Cristina, whose love and guidance made the preschool celebration truly special. This event beautifully showcased growth, leadership, and the strong connection between learning at every level.

Our Media Center continues to work hard to promote literacy and student engagement through creative and meaningful opportunities. Recently, students enjoyed a bracelet-making workshop led by a volunteer from the Orange County Library System (OCLS), combining creativity with community partnership. We are excited to share that this collaboration with OCLS will continue next year, giving students even more to look forward to!

We are also proud to recognize Leya Alegi, who was named one of the Top High School Students in April for the Let’s Read, OCPS! contest. Her dedication to reading earned her district awards including Jeremiah’s Italian Ice and Dezerland passes. Congratulations as well to our April Top Readers, whose commitment to literacy continues to inspire our school community.

Additionally, our library reading fundraiser has officially started, offering students another exciting way to support the Media Center while building strong reading habits. Thank you to everyone who continues to support literacy at Freedom—we’re just getting started! 📚✨

Our theater students are buzzing with excitement after receiving brand-new tools made possible by a grant won by Ms. Probst! These resources will play a vital role in supporting future productions, enhancing technical skills, and expanding creative possibilities both on and off the stage. The students are eager to put the new equipment to use as they prepare for upcoming theater projects, and we are incredibly grateful for Ms. Probst’s dedication to providing meaningful opportunities for our performing arts program. We can’t wait to see how these tools help our theater students continue to grow and shine!

Our orchestra students continue to stay busy, impressing audiences with their talent, dedication, and musicianship at each performance. They truly shone at their concert last week, delivering a polished and engaging performance that highlighted their hard work and passion for music. From start to finish, the concert showcased the growth of our musicians and their commitment to excellence. We are proud of our orchestra students for consistently representing our school so well and look forward to many more outstanding performances ahead. 🎻🎶

Our guitar students delivered a spectacular performance at their end-of-year showcase, wowing the audience with their talent, growth, and musicianship. This year’s event was especially meaningful as it celebrated the largest senior guitar class in Freedom High School history. From confident solos to cohesive ensemble pieces, the showcase highlighted the hard work and dedication of our students throughout the year. We are incredibly proud of our guitar program and our seniors, who leave an unforgettable legacy as they take their next steps beyond Freedom. 🎸🎶 A special shout-out goes to our amazing guitar teacher, Mr. Perez, whose dedication, passion, and guidance made this year’s end-of-the-year showcase such a success.

Our students organized an exciting Students vs. Staff basketball game, and it certainly did not disappoint! It was a tight, high-energy matchup from start to finish, with our students playing with skill, determination, and heart throughout the entire game. They kept the pressure on until the very end. However, our staff showed grit and teamwork, refusing to quit and ultimately pulling off a hard-earned win.

A big thank you to Coach Kline, Mr. Murphy, and Mr. Ingram for playing the entire game and bringing the competitive spirit, and to Mr. Gordon for supporting and encouraging our teachers from beginning to end. This event showcased school spirit, sportsmanship, and the strong relationships that make our school community so special.

Freedom High School was proudly represented at our recent Patriot Preview, thanks to the incredible efforts of our club sponsors, athletic coaches, and student leaders. More than 50 clubs, programs, and sports filled our gym, each providing valuable information and welcoming our Future Patriots as they explored the many opportunities awaiting them.

Our team did an outstanding job engaging students, answering questions, and demonstrating the energy, commitment, and school spirit that define Freedom High School. The event offered future students a firsthand look at the wide range of ways they can get involved, lead, and thrive. We are excited and honored to welcome our Future Patriots and look forward to seeing them join us in the 2026–2027 school year!

We are proud to celebrate the incredible success of our 2025–2026 SGA Awards, which recognized the amazing work of our 10 Standing Committees and the student leaders who make Freedom a better place every day.

Students were honored with awards that celebrate the heart, dedication, and exemplary leadership that define our SGA. These recognitions spotlight those who consistently go above and beyond by supporting their peers, innovating new ideas, modeling positivity, and leading with purpose and pride.

As we enter the final quarter of the 2025–2026 school year, this is your moment to stay focused and finish strong. Every day matters, and your commitment now will shape your success for the year.

As we move into the final stretch of the testing season, it is extremely important for students to stay informed about upcoming testing dates and details. We are wrapping up AICE testing and will soon begin state assessments in ELA, Geometry, and Algebra, along with AP testing.

To ensure a smooth testing experience, students must:

Being prepared and punctual helps create the best testing environment possible. Do your best, stay focused, and show what you know. We believe in you—do your best, Patriots! 💪📘🖊️

Seniors may begin returning their school‑issued laptops starting April 30 if you are certain you will not need your device for any upcoming assessments or classes. Early returns are by appointment only. Please note that once you return your device, no loaner devices will be issued, so be sure you will not need it before deciding to return it early.

Regular laptop collection for seniors will take place during Senior Close Out on Friday, May 15.

📌 Please use this link to access important details regarding Senior Close Out and to schedule an early device return appointment.

Thank you for helping ensure a smooth end‑of‑year process!

May 9 | Cap and Gown distribution/pick-up

 

May 9 | Prom "Once upon a Time"

 

May 14 | SENIORS' LAST DAY/Senior Walkout

 

May 15 | Senior Closeout in Media Center

 

May 15 | Senior Awards Night

 

May 29 | CLASS OF 2026 COMMENCEMENT

       7:30 pm at Addition Financial (UCF) Arena

As we look ahead to the 2026–2027 school year, we invite our Patriot families to take an active role in shaping the future of Freedom High School. Elections for next year’s School Advisory Council (SAC) and Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) are coming soon, and we would love to see more parents involved.

SAC and PTSA are essential partners in supporting our academic programs, planning meaningful events, and ensuring that family voices help guide school decisions. Whether you are new to Freedom or a longtime member of our community, your perspective and participation truly matter.

There are only two more SAC and one PTSA meetings left this school year, making this the perfect time to join in, learn more, and see how you can contribute.

Come be part of the conversation.

Come be part of the Patriot community.

Thank you for staying connected with us through our weekly newsletter. At Freedom High School, we are committed to creating a vibrant, supportive environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed—academically, socially, and personally. From classroom achievements to extracurricular milestones, there’s always something exciting happening on campus. We encourage our families and community members to stay engaged, celebrate our students’ growth, and continue partnering with us to ensure every Patriot thrives.

To stay updated with all our events, please connect with us through Skyward, Parent Square, Canvas, and our School Website. These platforms provide timely information and keep you informed about everything happening at Freedom High School. Let’s keep the momentum going!