Skip to main content

L.A. Ainger Middle School

March Newsletter 2026

Posted Date: 03/02/26 (11:42 AM)


L.A. Ainger Middle School logo featuring a cougar head.

March Newsletter T.R.A.C.K.S.

L.A. Ainger M.S.

March 2, 2026

Words from Mr. Smith

Hello Cougar Families! 

Spring is right around the corner and we have a wide variety of things going on at L.A. Ainger. Our students are currently enjoying basketball intramurals, pickleball intramurals, Archery, Dance club and many more!! We encourage all of our students to find something that interests them and GET INVOLVED!! Our boys and girls soccer teams are both working hard and getting better everyday !! We are also seeing our tutoring and study club numbers going up as well. It is great to have our students advocating for the extra help so they can show the learning gains we want and expect from them! A special THANK YOU to all of you for your support in holding our students accountable for their attendance!! It is MARCH MADNESS and we are actively competing against all the other schools in the district. Please help us and have all of our students here (ALL DAY, EVERYDAY!!) We have our third quarter celebration right around the corner as well so keep pushing our students to be here and show ENERGY-EFFORT-CONFIDENCE!!!! 

Thank you,
Steve Smith
Principal


 

“Claws Comic” by Ms. White

Comic strip titled 'Claws Sees That Attendance Matters!' promoting school attendance.
 

Ainger PTO

PTO is revving up for exciting things as the year winds down! 
First, we want to share all of the amazing grants we’ve been able to offer for our incredible staff & teachers this year! We have provided almost $2000 in grants! From new bows for archery club to prizes for our media specialist, to classroom supplies and more, our amazing Ainger staff is ready to rock the rest of this school year! We are so grateful for all they do for our students. 

Next, we have teacher appreciation week! This occurs in April and we need help planning and support for it! If you’d know a business or own a business able to support the PTO in thanking our teachers & staff, please reach out!

In April, we also have our board nominations. If you’d like help make a difference at Ainger, join us! To put yourself on the slate, please reach out to aingerpto@gmail.com or join us at our April meeting! 

Meetings:
All meetings take place in the Ainger Media Center and begin at 5:30pm. SAC meetings are first. PTO immediately follows. 
March 9
April 13 - board nominations
May 11 - board elections

email: aingerpto@gmail.com
 

Ainger Athletics

⚽ Final Push on the Pitch & Mat Season Kickoff! 🤼‍♂️
The energy is electric and the season is in full motion! Our boys and girls soccer teams have been leaving it all on the field, and now it’s time for the home crowd to bring the noise.
Here is everything you need to know to support our athletes and get involved:
🏟️ Home Turf Double-Header
Join us at the Lemon Bay High School field for our next two home games. Let’s pack the stands and show that home-field advantage!
  • Dates: Thursday, March 5th & Thursday, March 12th
  • Kickoff: 5:30 PM
  • Admission (Cash at Gate): $5 Adults | $3 Students
🏆 The Road to the Trophy
After our final away game on Tuesday, March 24th, our teams head straight into the District Soccer Tournament. They’ve worked all season for this—let’s help them bring that trophy home!
🤼 Join the Squad: Wrestling Season Starts Soon!
Ready to test your strength and discipline? Wrestling practice officially begins on Tuesday, March 24th.
  • Who: All students are welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the sport, we want you on the mat.
  • Requirement: You must have your Athletic Clearance completed before you can compete.
Questions? See Mrs. Dausy (Athletic Director) in the Media Center for details on clearance or schedules.
Go Team! Let’s make this a season to remember.


🛑 Important: You Must Be Cleared to Compete!
Participation requires every athlete to be fully cleared through the Athletic Clearance platform.
Don't wait! Visit https://athleticclearance.fhsaahome.org/ today to complete your profile. This process includes uploading a current and valid sports physical. No physical on file means no participation in meets.

If competition sports isn't your thing, well we also have many intramural sport options to get involved, learn something new, or hone those skills.

Here's what's on the schedule:
  • Weightlifting with Coach Stier
  • Flag Football with Mr. Bittner
  • Running and Games with Mr. Hieber
  • Movements Lab with Ms. White
  • Walk Club with Mrs. Chacon
  • Archery with Coach Stier
  • Pickleball with Ms. Ryan
  • Basketball with Coach Starck
  • Volleyball skills with Mrs. Kearney

Whether you want to hit the gym or hit the field, there's something for everyone.
 
Bright Idea on a cork board

Club News!

Clubs are a great way to discover a new passion, build skills, and connect with your classmates.
Ready to get started? Check out the full list of clubs here:
 
Cougar News
 

Community Sponsors

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.
Business: What the Bruck
Business contact info
State Farm logo with contact information for Matt Smith.
Logo for N-SPECT ALL Home Inspections, featuring a house outline and text.
 
The FortifyFL logo features a megaphone icon and the text 'FORTIFYFL'.

FortifyFL


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.
 
A cougar wearing glasses reads a book titled 'Ainger Reads'.

Contact info

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/