We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all of our teachers, front office, custodial, and cafeteria staff for everything you do each and every day. Your dedication, teamwork, and commitment to our students have made this an amazing year so far. Because of you, Freedom High School continues to be a place where excellence, pride, and community thrive—We are Freedom!

Once upon a time, and every day thereafter, our incredible staff is always there when our students need support, guidance, and care. From the classroom to the front office, from hallways to the cafeteria, our team consistently steps up to make sure every student feels safe and supported. This past weekend, our story continued at prom, where our amazing chaperones ensured a magical, safe, and memorable night for our students. Thank you for always answering the call, going above and beyond, and helping make every Freedom moment a success. And so, the story continues, because of you.

We love celebrating the staff who bring Patriot pride to life through our school spirit days! This week, we are highlighting our wonderful front desk ladies, Ms. Olivo and Ms. Garcia. Not only do they work tirelessly every day, greeting our families and students with warm smiles and welcoming attitudes, but they also do it with grace and style, dressing up each day to fully embrace Spirit Week. Thank you for setting the tone for our school, spreading positivity, and showing what it truly means to be Freedom proud! 💙❤️

We are excited to celebrate an outstanding achievement by our student writers at the Page 15 Anthology Book Launch Party. This year, three Freedom Patriots from Ms. Hjelm's class were published, with two students attending the reading and signing event at the Orlando Museum of Art.

Our students entered a highly competitive contest featuring over 150 submissions in January. From that pool, only 15 Central Florida students were selected to work closely with a professional editing team to prepare their pieces for publication. Each published story was also paired with an original commissioned artwork, created specifically to accompany the student’s writing and displayed on the facing page.

We are proud to recognize Maya Isabelle Francois and Laura Romero for representing Freedom High School through their creativity, dedication, and literary talent. Congratulations to all of our published Patriots for this remarkable accomplishment—we are so proud of you! 📖✨

Our recent FFA Banquet was a wonderful evening dedicated to celebrating the hard work, leadership, and accomplishments of our outstanding FFA students. Throughout the night, many awards and recognitions were presented, showcasing students’ dedication, growth, and commitment to the agriculture program.

A special thank you to Ms. Dodge and Ms. Westgate for everything they have done this school year to promote and strengthen our agriculture and horticulture program. Their passion, guidance, and unwavering support have made a meaningful impact on our students’ success. We are incredibly proud of our FFA family and grateful to everyone who helped make this celebration such a memorable event.

Our Barry AI students in Mr. Hellhake's class wrapped up the semester with impressive end-of-semester presentations that highlighted their creativity, problem-solving skills, and real-world thinking. Students were challenged to design systems that would simplify life for both teachers and students, and they rose to the occasion. Their presentations featured innovative app ideas to streamline discipline processes, improve cafeteria systems, and enhance classroom organization and efficiency. We are proud of the thoughtful collaboration and forward-thinking solutions our students demonstrated—an exciting glimpse into how technology and teamwork can make a meaningful impact at Freedom.

We are proud to recognize our dedicated Yearbook sponsor, Coach Pennington, who was recently honored for successfully completing this year’s yearbook. Producing a yearbook is no small task, and his leadership, commitment, and guidance helped bring this meaningful project to life. We are equally proud of his yearbook students for their hard work, creativity, and perseverance in completing such a challenging and rewarding endeavor. Congratulations to all on a job well done! 📘👏

Several of our classes had the exciting opportunity to participate in a recent author visit, Pastiche Graham, that sparked thoughtful conversation and creativity. Students engaged in meaningful questions about the author’s book and gained valuable insight into the writing process, from developing ideas to bringing stories to life. The visit encouraged curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper appreciation for reading and writing, leaving our students inspired and motivated to explore their own voices as writers.

We are thrilled to celebrate an incredible literacy accomplishment at Freedom High School! During the Let’s Read, OCPS! reading challenge, our students and staff surpassed our 2025–26 goal of 1.5 million minutes of reading logged in Beanstack. This achievement reflects our school-wide commitment to reading, learning, and fostering a love of literacy. Thank you to our students, families, and staff for making reading a priority—your dedication truly made this milestone possible. We are so proud of our Patriots! 📚❤️💙

Our Performing Arts Department delivered yet another outstanding performance with Bandtasia, a showcase dedicated to celebrating the Freedom Band and Color Guard. This special event highlighted a collection of their best performances from throughout the school year, reflecting the talent, hard work, and growth of our incredible student musicians and performers.

A heartfelt thank you to our band directors, Michael Antmann and Carly Davis, as well as our entire Performing Arts Department, for another phenomenal year of excellence and dedication. We are so proud of all that was accomplished and are already looking forward to another amazing school year filled with music, creativity, and Patriot pride! 🎶💙❤️

Our Boys Volleyball team wrapped up an amazing season defined by commitment, teamwork, and perseverance. Throughout the season, these student-athletes showed up every day ready to work, support one another, and represent Freedom with pride. Their Regional Finals match on Friday was a true reflection of their dedication and hard work, demonstrating just how strong and united this team has been all season long.

A heartfelt thank you to Coach McFerren and the assistant coaches for their passion, leadership, and tireless dedication to training and guiding such an outstanding group of young men. We are also incredibly grateful to our staff, parents, and student community for the constant support and encouragement shown throughout the season. This journey was a team effort both on and off the court—we are so proud of our Patriots!

We are proud to celebrate our Girls Wrestling Coach, Mikel Bush, on being nominated for Coach of the Year in the state of Florida. This well-deserved recognition reflects not only his dedication to the sport, but also his commitment to empowering student-athletes, building character, and fostering a strong team culture. His leadership and passion have made a lasting impact on our program and our school community. Congratulations on this outstanding honor—Freedom High School is proud of you! 💪💙❤️

Students interested in joining the Freedom High School boys or girls wrestling team are encouraged to contact Coach Bush at david.bush@ocps.net. Summer workouts will begin on Tuesday, June 2 at 9:00 a.m. Please email Coach Bush for the full summer workout schedule and additional information. 🏆🤼‍♂️

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.

The Biology End-of-Course (EOC) Exam is right around the corner! This important assessment will take place on Tuesday, May 12.

Since Canvas is currently unavailable, we encourage students to use the resources below to support their preparation. Please encourage your student to use this weekend wisely—review key concepts, practice consistently, and come ready to give their best effort.

Patriots, we believe in you! You have worked hard all year. Stay focused, stay positive, and finish strong!

https://tinyurl.com/BioBites

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/16KlzQbxQ6xAowvYJD1ef4QSK8B2wui64wRRrJ2dK-4Y/edit

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1gMss63jwNTmF5-bZAZ6HOIt4u3o1HoEbkEpqSU_FNi8/edit

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JkBPW4b89tIKMNpjKi8jOmoJdm8wPyNy3iRLQu_G89U/edit

🎮 Blooket Review Games

Thank you for your continued support as we help our Patriots feel confident and prepared! 💙❤️

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.

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! 💪📘🖊️

A limited number of spots have recently become available for sophomore and junior students interested in participating in OTC Dual Enrollment. This is a great opportunity for eligible students to earn college credit while still in high school.

Students who are interested or would like more information are encouraged to visit Ms. Dye in the Guidance Office as soon as possible, as spaces are limited.

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 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

We extend our sincere gratitude to our incredible Partners in Education for helping us celebrate our teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week. Your generosity, support, and continued partnership made our educators feel truly valued and appreciated. Because of you, we were able to recognize the dedication and impact our teachers make every day for our students and school community.

Thank you to the following partners for their outstanding support:

Thank you for standing with Freedom High School and for supporting those who make a difference in the lives of our Patriots. 💙❤️

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) are coming soon, and we would love to see more parents involved.

SAC is essential 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 is only one more SAC meeting 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.

Last week, PEACE Food Distribution assisted over 40 families by providing much-needed food support to our school community. As we approach the end of the school year, additional distribution dates are available, and families are encouraged to sign up for May and June.

Thank you to PEACE and all who help support our families. Your continued partnership makes a meaningful difference in our 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!