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Principal’s Message
Dear Students, Parents, and Friends,
It is hard to believe that there are only nine weeks remaining in the 2025–2026 school year. What an amazing year it has been! As we prepare to close another chapter in our lives, I want to take a moment to celebrate our students. This year has been filled with challenges, triumphs, and unforgettable memories, and I am incredibly proud of the resilience, creativity, and kindness our students have shown. It is truly a privilege to watch them grow.
I am also excited for our students and families as our 2025–2026 yearbook arrives soon—a moment that always brings great joy and excitement. As you flip through its pages, I encourage you to reflect on the memories created and the friendships formed. Students, cherish these moments and carry them with you as you embark on the next chapter of your lives.
To our graduating class, as you enjoy your final weeks of elementary school and prepare to spread your wings and soar into middle school, remember that your time here has prepared you for greatness. Embrace new challenges with confidence, pursue your passions with determination, and never forget the lessons you have learned within these walls.
To all students, I urge you to use these final weeks to prepare for the FAST PM3 Assessment. Take your time (use “all day” if needed), be diligent in your work, and give your best effort on this important assessment. It provides evidence of all you have learned and reflects your dedication to academic success. Continue to pursue excellence, embrace diversity, and make a positive difference in the world around you. Your potential is limitless, and I am confident that you will continue to inspire others with your talents and accomplishments.
Parents and guardians, please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions regarding your child. I welcome your suggestions and value your interest and active participation as we work together to prepare our students and community for the future. I maintain an open-door policy and can be reached by phone, in person, or via email at diane.crooknichols@osceolaschools.net. Thank you for entrusting me with your child(ren).
Warm regards,
Diane Crook-Nichols
Principal
Vision Statement
Michigan Avenue Elementary will cultivate a collaborative community of students, parents, and teachers to ensure all can learn and grow into creative well-rounded individuals.
-Bullpups 2017
What We Offer: Excellence. Success. Future Ready.
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We Embrace CHOICEAs a Choice District, we allow parents to select the school they want their children to attend, as long as that school has capacity and program availability.
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Safety and SecurityEach one of our public schools has a full-time sworn law enforcement officer serving as a School Resource Officer on campus every day.
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Outstanding Certified Educators and StaffOur students have highly-qualified, certified teachers who provide engaging, relevant, and rigorous instruction.
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Rigorous Curriculum & Student SupportWe offer a rigorous curriculum and systems of support, complete with college preparatory and career and technical education paths to meet the needs of every student
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Acceleration Opportunities AboundStudents have the opportunity to take high school credit courses in middle school and to earn college/postsecondary credit at no cost to parents while still in high school.
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State-of-the-Art-Career Training ProgramsWe offer courses that allow students to explore career interests, master workplace competencies, gain employable skills, and earn industry certifications and licensing upon graduation
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