Lower School Activities

Character Education is incorporated into all curricular areas in such a way that social, emotional, and moral growth are the core of academic learning. A meaningful framework is created for students’ moral and ethical development in their daily learning. By incorporating aspects of emotional awareness, conflict resolution, social skills training, and service learning into the curriculum, students are given frequent opportunities to develop and practice strategies that allow them to address complex social, emotional, and ethical dilemmas. Through classroom activities, small group instruction, role-play, and school-wide awareness programs, students develop personal responsibility, attitudes of tolerance and become informed global citizens. Students engage in meaningful independent and cooperative problem solving to address complex social issues.

Lower School hosts several events that are both academically focused and fun for the entire family. These events include: Art Gallery Night, Peace Day, the Scholastic Book Fair, Family Prom, Festival of Trees, Field Day, Track-or-Treat, STEAM Night, Spooky Literacy Night, and more!

Lower School students attend a variety of field trips throughout the year as a way to help connect what they are learning inside of the classroom with their community. Trips may include: Publix Supermarket (PreK 3 & PreK 4), Pumpkin Patch (Kindergarten), Strawberry Farm (Kindergarten), Disney's Animal Kingdom (1st Grade), Marine Discovery Center (2nd Grade), Barberville Pioneer Settlement (3rd Grade), Saint Augustine (4th Grade), Mud Walk (5th Grade), and Tallahassee (5th Grade)

Lake Mary Preparatory School offers our own unique aftercare program for students in grades PreK - 5th, called Kid Power. Our goal is to provide a safe environment where your child can complete homework assignments, enjoy an afternoon snack, meet new friends, participate in games and activities, and create new memories. Each week, students will engage in new and exciting afternoon activities and be guided by our dedicated staff. Kid Power is open during the operational academic school school day from dismissal until 6pm for an additional fee. Learn more about Kid Power.

At the end of each school year, Lower School students gather to reflect on and celebrate their year of accomplishments and are introduced to the exciting year they have ahead. 

Our 4th and 5th grade band and orchestra have the opportunity to play several concerts throughout the school year, including a traditional holiday concert. Some concerts are in the form of a field trip within the community such as visiting a local senior care facility or local event like Light Up Lake Mary. 

Students demonstrating good grades and conduct are invited to apply for membership into NEHS in 4th - 6th grade. New members are inducted each fall, and the club focuses on the character traits of Scholarship, Leadership, Responsibility, and Service. NEHS members meet at a minimum of once per month and seek to serve the LMP community through events such as welcoming new students, campus beautification, and student mentoring clubs like Coding Buddies for younger students. Members also have the opportunity to document service hours as they serve with the NEHS club and on their own.

Odyssey of the Mind is an international, creative problem-solving program that engages students by allowing their knowledge and ideas to come to life in an exciting, productive environment. Students form teams of seven to solve a long-term challenge problem that they prepare for from September to February. Then, they compete with students from around the state and beyond presenting their solution and solving spontaneous problems at tournaments in the spring. The club is open to 4th and 5th grade students who are committed, coachable, and enjoy getting their creative juices flowing!

Lower School Student Griffin Association promotes Griffin Pride! Our students work with the Upper School SGA to help volunteer and run school events. The students advertise the events, promote donation-based dress down days, act as liaisons for new students, and are mentors within the school. The group focuses on the importance of collaboration, innovation and shared leadership.