Hello Families!
PM1 testing is September 3rd for ELA and September 5th for math. Please ensure that students get proper rest and enjoy a healthy breakfast at home or at school on the days of the test.
Please review the following policies with your student before testing:
- Electronic Devices—Students are not permitted to access any electronic devices, including, but not limited to, cell phones, smart glasses, and smartwatches, at any time during testing or during breaks (e.g., restroom). If your student is found with an electronic device or is found using Bluetooth/wireless headphones/earbuds during testing, his or her test may be invalidated.
- Calculator Policy—For Grades 7–8 FAST Mathematics, approved handheld scientific calculators may be used. For Grade 6 FAST Mathematics, a handheld four-function calculator may be used.
- Testing Rules Acknowledgment—All tests include a Testing Rules Acknowledgment that reads: “I understand the testing rules that were just read to me. If I do not follow these rules, my test score may be invalidated.” Prior to testing, test administrators read the rules to students, and students acknowledge that they understand the testing rules by clicking the box in the secure browser indicating they understand the testing rules.
- Discussing Test Content after Testing—The last portion of the testing rules read to students before they click the box to accept the Testing Rules Acknowledgment states that because the content of all statewide assessments is secure, students may not discuss or reveal details about the test content (including test items and passages) after the test. This includes any type of electronic communication, such as texting, emailing, or posting to social media sites. Please make sure your student understands this policy prior to testing and remind them that “discussing” test content includes any kind of electronic communication, such as texting, emailing, posting to social media, or sharing online. While students may not share information about secure test content after testing, this policy is not intended to prevent students from discussing their testing experiences with their parents/families.
- Working Independently—Students are responsible for doing their own work during the test and for protecting their answers from being seen by others. If students are caught cheating during testing, their tests will be invalidated.
- Testing Accommodations—If your student has an Individual Educational Plan (IEP), a Section 504 Plan, or is an English Language Learner (ELL) or a recently exited ELL, please contact the school to discuss any testing accommodations that will be provided for your student.
- Testing Irregularities—In the event a testing irregularity occurs in your student’s testing room, as part of a school investigation, your student may be asked questions to provide clarification of the incident. In addition, your student may be required to retake the assessment if a suspected irregularity is reported tha
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Welcome Back, Ainger Families!
Can you believe we're already a month into the school year? The Ainger PTO has been hard at work, and we'd love for you to get involved! We know how busy life can be, so we offer many ways to support our school—you don't need to commit a lot of time to make a difference. Whether you volunteer for an event, make a financial donation, share our Facebook posts, or simply give an hour of your time, any and all support is welcome!
SAC/PTO Meetings
Join us for our monthly SAC/PTO meetings in the Media Center at Ainger, starting at 5:30 p.m. We respect your time and keep our meetings to 30 minutes or less.
2025-2026 Meeting Schedule:
- Sept 8
- Oct 13 (no school)
- Nov 10
- Jan 12
- Feb 9
- Mar 9
- Apr 13
- May 11
You can join us in person or watch our live stream on our Facebook page. Please note that due to potential internet connectivity issues, we aren't always able to stream, but we try at every meeting!
Cougar Color Run & Family BBQ
Get ready for a night of fun, food, and family! Join us for the Cougar Color Run & Family BBQ on Friday, November 7th, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Rain date: November 14th).
What to Expect:
Runners will complete a designated route around Ainger while our high school volunteers throw powdered color at them at various stations. Participants are always so colorful by the end!
How to Participate:
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Register as a runner: Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/AingerColorRun2025.
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Earn a FREE shirt: Have friends and family donate to your fundraiser! Every student who raises at least $50 gets a free Color Run T-shirt. Register your student at https://tinyurl.com/AingerPTOFundraise and share the link. Shirts will be given out at the registration table on the night of the event.
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Purchase a shirt: T-shirts will be available for purchase for $20 on a first-come, first-served basis.
Food & Vendors:
We'll have two food vendors on-site so your family can grab dinner. Hippie Squeeze Lemonade and Blacken Blues BBQ will be joining us, and both vendors are donating a portion of their proceeds back to the PTO. Bring your friends and family and come hungry!
Sponsor the Event:
If you own or know of a business that would like to sponsor the Color Run and get their logo on our T-shirt, please submit a sponsorship form by September 30th. Your support helps our school!
Stay Connected
For the latest updates, follow our PTO Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LAAPTO or join our ParentSquare Community. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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September is here, and that means it's time for clubs to kick off! Discover a new passion, build skills, and connect with your classmates.
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Ainger, get ready to get social!
Student Council is in full effect and we're kicking off the year with our first after-school social! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 7th.
Get ready to hang out with friends, have some fun, and make some awesome memories. Stay tuned to the school website and ParentSquare for more details on the theme, activities, and what's in store!
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The L.A. Ainger Board and Game Club starts on Monday, September 8th!
Who: Any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade Ainger student
What: An afterschool program to explore interests and bond with classmates.
Where: Meet at the Cafeteria!
When: 4:15 - 5:15 every MONDAY (Starting September 8th, 2025)
(EXCEPT activity days or non-school days. Parents will receive a
ParentSquare message.)
Are you interested in board games like Chess or Checkers? How about card games like Uno or Pokemon? Maybe you’d like to try out new video games or take part in a weekly Dungeons and Dragons campaign? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you should consider joining our Board and Game Club!
This club is meant to build skills including problem solving, teamwork, and persistence. Open to all current students. We are looking for members of all skill levels. Meet new people, compete, learn, teach, and have a good time. There is no cost for students.
Click the link to join our ParentSquare group, which allows us to generate a roster for Monday's first meeting!
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Get ready to make a splash! The Ocean Explorers Club is diving into action starting September 3rd. If you're fascinated by the deep blue, join us from 4:15 PM to 5:15 PM in Room D7 for an adventure-filled time.
This club is your chance to get hands-on with marine science. We'll be doing all sorts of cool stuff, including:
- Dissecting squid and fish
- Chatting with real research vessels
- Building our own Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)
- Going on beachcombing and seagrass wading trips
- Learning all about Southwest Florida's unique marine life
- Meeting special guest speakers who are experts in the field
Come satisfy your curiosity and explore the wonders of the ocean with us!
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Calling all future detectives! There's a new club in town and it's for anyone who loves a good mystery.
Get ready to channel your inner Sherlock Holmes and join the new Forensic Science Club! Starting Tuesday, September 9th, Mrs. Kearney will be waiting for you in Room D6 after school.
You'll get hands-on experience with real crime-solving techniques, including:
- Lifting fingerprints
- Making shoe print molds
- Analyzing handwriting
- Understanding blood splatter patterns
If you've ever wondered how forensic science helps solve crimes, this is the club for you!
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Cheer on your Cougar basketball teams! 🐾 Tip-off is at 5:30 p.m. for the girls' game, with the boys' game following at 6:30 p.m.
Basketball Schedule
- August 28: Port Charlotte Middle School @ L.A. Ainger Middle School* (Girls/Boys)
- September 4: L.A. Ainger Middle School @ Punta Gorda Middle School (Girls/Boys)
- September 11: L.A. Ainger Middle School @ Port Charlotte Middle School (Boys/Girls)
- September 18: Punta Gorda Middle School @ L.A. Ainger Middle School (Girls/Boys)
- September 25: L.A. Ainger Middle School @ Murdock Middle School (Boys/Girls)
- October 2: Port Charlotte Middle School @ L.A. Ainger Middle School (Girls/Boys)
- October 4: Playoffs at Port Charlotte High School at 10:00 a.m. (Saturday)
Get ready to play, Ainger! It's time to get hyped because intramurals are kicking off for the fall semester! This is your chance to try a new sport or sharpen your skills.
Here's what's on the schedule:
- Weightlifting (Q1 and Q2)
- Running
- Softball
- Baseball
Whether you want to hit the gym or hit the field, there's something for everyone. Stay tuned to the school website and ParentSquare for all the details on how to join!
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- The Band Boosters kicked off our annual Band Sponsor Drive at the Band Parent Pizza Social last week. Please see the attachment for details. The Band uses funds from our sponsors to purchase shirts for the entire band as well as help pay for clinicians, accessories and other band supplies. If you would like to sponsor, please do so soon! You can send in a check to the office with the completed form or complete the sponsor form online.
The Band Program will be hosting our Beginning Band Basic Training on Monday, September 8th from 4:15-7pm in the cafeteria. Students will receive their instruments and learn the fundamentals to play their instruments including tone production, assembly, holding, and cleaning and maintenance. Professional musicians will be on hand to teach our beginners in sectionals across campus. We will kick off the event with a PIZZA DINNER in the cafeteria. Parents pick up at 7pm at the bus loop.
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Green thumbs up, Ainger! 🌿 Get ready to get your hands dirty because our garden is growing! Mrs. Castrodes and Ms. Amy are leading the charge to build two new elevated planters.
This isn't just about gardening; it's about learning! We'll be planting fruits, vegetables, and herbs while digging into topics like photosynthesis and boosting our math skills along the way.
Join us and help bring our garden vision to life!
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Huge shoutout to all the amazing sponsors who support Ainger! Your generosity makes a real difference for our students and school community. We couldn't do it without you! Thank you for all you do. |
Charlotte County Public Schools take all threats very serious. We work in collaboration with the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office and the Punta Gorda Police Department to immediately investigate any verbal or written threat against any school, student or staff member. Please click on the link below to view a short video regarding threats.
FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.
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If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links:
- (941) 697-5800
- shawntel.dausy@yourcharlotteschools.net
- https://ainger.yourcharlotteschools.net/
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