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Discover the advantage of an “A”-rated district! Orange County Public Schools Magnet Programs offer innovative, hands-on learning in specialized fields—and students from any county are encouraged to apply. Give your child exciting opportunities to grow, explore, and succeed with an OCPS Magnet Program!

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Unlock your child’s potential with an OCPS Scholastic Academy! These innovative programs offer enriched, academically focused learning designed to challenge, inspire, and accelerate student achievement. Families from any county are encouraged to apply and take advantage of the opportunities available in our “A”-rated district. Give your child a strong foundation for future success with an OCPS Scholastic Academy!

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Let's Read OCPS!

Let’s Read, OCPS!, a district-wide reading challenge, will run from January 26 to April 30, 2026, and aims to encourage students to read for enjoyment and develop a lifelong love of reading by contributing to the district-wide goal of reading 50 million minutes.

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What is ParentSquare?

ParentSquare is a unified communication platform that offers a variety of tools that allow the district, school administrators and teachers to more effectively communicate and engage with families and students.

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Parents, now is the time!

At OCPS, we believe that every student deserves a thriving future, and it all starts with the right educational foundation. Click below to enroll your child and become part of a community that’s united in purpose and passionate about student success.

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Need to Locate Resources? You can search for free or reduced cost programs such as food, housing, mental health, education programs, and other social services provided directly by Community Based Organizations.

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OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

If you are experiencing issues with an OCPS Parent Portal Application (i.e. Skyward Family Access, Canvas Parent) please click below for support.

Parent Portal Concerns Form

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School Profile

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Vision: Every student graduates prepared and inspired for a thriving future.

Mission: Together with our families and the community, we empower students with a superior academic experience, essential life skills, and boundless opportunities.

Address: 8301 Buena Vista Woods Blvd, Orlando, FL 32836

Phone: 407-903-7400

Principal: Katie Phillips

Mascot: Stingray

Colors: Blue, Green

School Hours: 8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (2:00pm Wednesdays)

Grades: Pre-kindergarten ESE – 5th

Principal’s Message
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Welcome to Sand Lake Elementary, a place where learning comes to life! We are proud to offer an exciting, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every student feels inspired, valued, and empowered to thrive.

At Sand Lake, we believe every child deserves the very best. We create a joyful atmosphere that lifts self-esteem, sparks self-motivation, and nurtures a strong sense of personal responsibility. Beyond academics, we guide our students to grow into kind, respectful individuals who care deeply about themselves and others.

Education is a team effort, built on the powerful partnerships between families, teachers, and our amazing, supportive community. Together, we can guide young learners to become confident thinkers, compassionate citizens, and lifelong explorers.

We aim to meet the interests of our diverse learners through a variety of before and after school enrichment opportunities. Programs offered include robotics and coding, musical theater, art, sports, chess, and more.

Our ultimate goal is to prepare every student to take on the world, with curiosity, character, and a commitment to making a difference.

As we say here at Sand Lake Elementary, today, and every day, let’s aim to, “Be a RAY”!

Kindly,

Katie Phillips, Proud Principal