Freedom Elementary
Home of the Falcons
Back to school night is Thursday, August 6th from 4-6pm! See your students' classroom, register for after school activities, register for car tags, and more! Don't forget to bring your school supplies!
Freedom Families
Stay tuned for teacher assignments! They will be emailed on the afternoon of Wednesday, August 5th.
Stay tuned for teacher assignments! They will be emailed on the afternoon of Wednesday, August 5th.
2026 Back-to-School Jam!
FREE Family Event presented by the Bradenton Marauders and the School District of Manatee County.
Saturday, August 8
LECOM Park
Gates open at 5:00 PM.
Game starts at 6:30 PM.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Grand Slam Sponsor: SKANSKA
Fireworks Sponsor: SRQ Sarasota Bradenton International Airport
Backpack Sponsors: Arsenault Dermatology, Bradenton Marauders, Chase Bank, MidFlorida Credit Union, United Data Technologies, United Way, Gulf Shore Cooling, The Carlton at Robinson Gateway, Blue Collar Roofing, B&I Contractors, Stoneybrook Neighborhood, and Del Webb Neighborhood
Students, Families and Staff - Let’s start the school year strong!
Celebrate, connect, and get ready for a great school year at this high-energy community kickoff event!
• Grab a FREE backpack filled with school essentials (while supplies last)
• Enjoy complimentary game ticket and meal voucher per person
• Explore resources from local community partners
• Experience the fun at LECOM Park with your family
Registration for NEW families interested in our Beyond the Bell After School Care Program will be held:
🗓️ Wednesday, July 29th
🕞 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Freedom Elementary School
During registration, you will:
✅ Complete all required enrollment forms.
✅ Pay the nonrefundable registration fee and first week's tuition (cash or check only).
⚠️ Please Note: Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Some grade levels may reach capacity and have a waitlist.
Can't make it on July 29? No problem! You can also register during Back to School Night
🗓️ Thursday, August 6th
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Nicole at extension 59003 or email at MartocchioN@manateeschools.net
We look forward to seeing you and welcoming your family to Beyond the Bell! 💙💛
🗓️ Wednesday, July 29th
🕞 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Freedom Elementary School
During registration, you will:
✅ Complete all required enrollment forms.
✅ Pay the nonrefundable registration fee and first week's tuition (cash or check only).
⚠️ Please Note: Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Some grade levels may reach capacity and have a waitlist.
Can't make it on July 29? No problem! You can also register during Back to School Night
🗓️ Thursday, August 6th
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Nicole at extension 59003 or email at MartocchioN@manateeschools.net
We look forward to seeing you and welcoming your family to Beyond the Bell! 💙💛
All student medication must be picked up by a parent or guardian by Thursday, May 28th at 1:15pm or it will be destroyed.
Dear Teachers, Here's a special message from Dr. Laurie Breslin regarding Teacher Appreciation Week.
https://vimeo.com/1184919879/fdb68f2a7f
#ManateeSchoolsGoodNews
Join us for our End of Year Kindergarten Performance on Friday, May 8th. The performance begins at 9:00am. Please arrive at 8:50am for check in. You must have your ID with you. Please sign up below each person attending along with their birthday to help us with a quicker check in. Please note, if you do not sign up with all attendee names, they will not be pre-registered.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAEAF29A1F5C16-63496273-kindergarten
✨ Last Call for Yearbooks and yearbook ads! Sales end tomorrow, March 31st!
Don’t miss out on a full year of memories — field trips, spirit days, friendships, and all the fun that makes our school special!
➡️ Order online only (no cash or checks accepted)
📲 Click here to order: https://yearbookordercenter.com
Enter Order #25587
Make sure your child has a copy! 💙
Throughout our kindergarten program, we aim to build six key skills in our students, setting them up for success on the rest of their educational journey:
⭐ Resilience
⭐ Integrity
⭐ Critical Thinking
⭐ Communication
⭐ Awareness
⭐ Adaptability
Enroll your child in Manatee County kindergarten and give them the strong start they deserve!
Get started at https://www.manateeschools.net/o/sdmc/page/registration.
⭐ Resilience
⭐ Integrity
⭐ Critical Thinking
⭐ Communication
⭐ Awareness
⭐ Adaptability
Enroll your child in Manatee County kindergarten and give them the strong start they deserve!
Get started at https://www.manateeschools.net/o/sdmc/page/registration.
Young performers, music educators, and families from approximately 30 schools came together on February 26, 2026, at Braden River High School for the All County Elementary Music Festival.
Manatee Schools Television was there for the rehearsals held at Johnson K-8: https://vimeo.com/1168251040/b4292df969
Watch the entire 2026 All County Elementary Music Festival at this link: https://vimeo.com/1168251040
Looking for something meaningful and fun to do with your children, ages infant through third grade, this week?
The Soar in 4 Soar Lab is more than a place to visit. It’s a place where families learn how to play together.
Through hands-on activities, interactive learning stations, and guided exploration, parents and caregivers discover simple ways to spark curiosity, build confidence, and turn everyday moments into powerful learning experiences.
Come explore! Create. Laugh. Learn.
Visit www.soarin4.org to plan your experience.
6423 9th Street East, Bradenton 34203
Free for most families.
This week's schedule:
Tuesday, March 3rd - Open 3 p.m.-7 p.m. (Musical Motion, Artist Spotlight, Ms. Luanne's Front Porch)
Wednesday, March 4th - Open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (Nursery Rhyme Scavenger Hunt, Artist Spotlight)
Thursday, March 5th - Open 3 p.m.-7 p.m. (Nature Detectives, 3D Printing)
Friday, March 6th - Open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (Storytime, Bubbles & Trikes, Little Explorers)
Saturday, March 7th - Open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (Mighty Machines & Special Guest: Teacher Author Kelly Kolomiychenko with Slime @ 11 a.m.)
🎉✨ Kindergarten Roundup is almost here! ✨🎉
Do you have a little one who will be starting kindergarten next school year? We can’t wait to meet our newest Freedom Falcons! 💙
Join us for Kindergarten Roundup to learn about registration, meet our staff, explore classrooms, and get all the information you need to make your child’s transition to school a smooth and exciting one.
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 4th
⏰ Time: 4-6pm
📍 Location: Freedom Elementary
Help us spread the word to neighbors, friends, and incoming families! We’re looking forward to welcoming our next class of bright and eager learners! 🌟📚
Do you have a little one who will be starting kindergarten next school year? We can’t wait to meet our newest Freedom Falcons! 💙
Join us for Kindergarten Roundup to learn about registration, meet our staff, explore classrooms, and get all the information you need to make your child’s transition to school a smooth and exciting one.
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 4th
⏰ Time: 4-6pm
📍 Location: Freedom Elementary
Help us spread the word to neighbors, friends, and incoming families! We’re looking forward to welcoming our next class of bright and eager learners! 🌟📚
The Florida Department of Education released the Florida Value Added Model (VAM) Fiscal Transparency Tool, a web-based fiscal transparency tool that identifies public schools and districts with high academic achievement based on the ratio of classroom expenditures to total expenditures. VAM is intended to help taxpayers evaluate the financial efficiency of a school district with other similarly situated school districts. View the VAM for the School District of Manatee County at https://floridavam.org/e/vamPublic.html?w4=54#/entity/262385.
Did you know that you can purchase a digital "Happy Birthday" message to be displayed on the TVs in the cafeteria of the school for your child's special day?!
Available all school-year, you can display a special message for your child during their birthday month!
**All proceeds go to 5th grade Helpers (Safety Patrol, News Crew and SOAR Ambassadors)**
https://freedomelementary.futurefund.com/store/campaigns/58505-digital-birthday-ad?fbclid=IwY2xjawPKDIlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFkS210NDhFaXpxaVROSXpFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvPZ09wu854f_XMFvjbnCY-i81df4fdL1sq31suo-zOWlmig0nmmsDLa5FAM_aem_vTcP0hjzixsxeLWnc62GVg
🎉The Auction is Live & runs Monday, October 20– Saturday, October 25th
🔗 Bid here: https://www.32auctions.com/freedomhelpers
✨ Auction Highlights:
🚗 Reserved Parking Spot each quarter — skip the carline and park right up front for drop-off, pick-up, and events!
🎭 Front Row Seats for the 5th Grade Celebration, Kindergarten Celebration, 1st & 4th Grade Holiday Performance, and 3rd Grade Black Light Performance.
🦺 Safety Patrol Member for a Day!
🎥 News Crew Member for a Day!
These student leaders work hard all year long—helping students, supporting staff, and making our school a better place every single day. 💙 Let’s show them our appreciation and help make their Universal trip a reality!
🙌 Every bid brings us one step closer to making this unforgettable experience happen.
🔗 Bid here: https://www.32auctions.com/freedomhelpers
✨ Auction Highlights:
🚗 Reserved Parking Spot each quarter — skip the carline and park right up front for drop-off, pick-up, and events!
🎭 Front Row Seats for the 5th Grade Celebration, Kindergarten Celebration, 1st & 4th Grade Holiday Performance, and 3rd Grade Black Light Performance.
🦺 Safety Patrol Member for a Day!
🎥 News Crew Member for a Day!
These student leaders work hard all year long—helping students, supporting staff, and making our school a better place every single day. 💙 Let’s show them our appreciation and help make their Universal trip a reality!
🙌 Every bid brings us one step closer to making this unforgettable experience happen.
“How Tall Are You... in Spoons?” 📏🖐️🥄
The Soar Lab is growing, and so are our students!
It's the perfect place for families with infants and kids through third grade. Admission is free for qualifying families.
Stop by during our NEW extended hours to see just how tall you are (measured in spoons, hands, or blocks).
Soar Lab Hours:
Tuesday: 3 – 7 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM – 1 PM
Thursday: 3 – 7 PM
Friday: 9 AM – 1 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 1 PM
📍 6413 9th Street East, Bradenton
🔗 https://www.soarin4.org/soar-lab
Come for the measurements. Stay for the momentum. #ManateeSchoolsGoodNews
Freedom is an A school again for the 24'-25' School year!
Security Screening at Secondary Schools – Beginning Monday, August 11, 2025, all students and visitors at district middle and high schools will be screened each school day using a high-tech security scanner system.
For more information on this enhanced security screening procedure, visit https://www.manateeschools.net/securityscreening.
School Board Seeks Civic-Minded Citizens to Join Audit Committee –
The School Board of Manatee County is seeking civic-minded citizens to serve as members of the Audit Committee. The Committee, which meets six times a year, recommends the appointment of the internal and external auditors; reviews the scope, plan and reports of the internal and external auditors; and assists in maintaining open communications between the selected auditors, the School Board and the District’s financial management. The Committee also reviews the collection and proper use of the funds raised through the one-half cent sales surtax for school capital outlay expenditures. Membership on the Committee requires an average of five-to-eight hours per month, with meetings scheduled every other month for three hours. The term is approximately three years.
Those interested in serving must:
• Live in Manatee County.
• Be a CPA (active or retired) or had employment experience in school district financial operations.
• Submit a letter expressing interest, provide contact information and provide a brief summary of their work experience.
Responses must be sent to the Manatee County School District, Attention: School Board Agency Clerk, P.O. Box 9069, Bradenton, Florida 34206-9069.
Interested individuals may obtain additional information about the Committee by emailing the School Board Agency Administrative Associate at cox3l@manateeschools.net.
Family Empowerment Scholarship – Parents interested in applying for either FES-EO or FES-UA may review the eligibility requirements and application instructions at https://www.manateeschools.net/FES.