Day 128 – FFA Week in action! 🌟 Our students rolled up their sleeves 💪 and served our campus by cleaning and helping keep our school beautiful 🧹🌳. We appreciate their hard work and commitment to our community. Great job, Hawks! 🦅
Good Afternoon Seniors,
Below are your reminders/updates for the week.
Grad Bash: Seniors, you have until Friday, 2/27 at 3pm to purchase tickets for this one-of-a-kind event. Tickets can be purchased via SchoolCash (link below) or you can pay me in cash in room 1-290. Tickets CANNOT be transferred, sold, or given to other students without both students coming to me first. Grad Bash will be on Saturday, April 18th. Beginning March 2nd, students can pick up a permission form outside my door, or print a copy and return it. Permission forms will need to be signed and returned in order to attend.
https://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/6173/552/False/True
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmr6UDHQD4U&list=PLIjU8lNECAo8KZR5eLan5sDQ7zEvTEii7&index=5
Senior Parent Meeting: There will be a senior meeting for parents and students on Wednesday, March 4th at 6pm in the LMHS auditorium. Mr. Roberts, Mr. Pannett, and myself will be speaking about senior events for the rest of the year, awards night, graduation rehearsal, and graduation itself; followed by a Q&A period. Parents will be able to pay any outstanding dues or fines, purchase graduation yard signs, and a representative from Jostens will also be on hand taking cap and gown orders.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RXYxf0Baj-epFdbxTB9V8vl6E2P4EOy3t_7OSP2ue0U/edit?tab=t.0
Cap and Gown: We still need 170 of you to purchase your cap and gowns. Remember, cap and gown package INCLUDES the cap, gown, tassel, medallion, and LMHS stole. The website makes it a little misleading - you DO NOT have to purchase a separate tassel unless you want one. Please have your cap and gown ordered by March 20th. Orders will be shipped to the Jostens office, and then brought to LMHS and handed out in Mid-April
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/2378409/LAKE-MINNEOLA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/3190249962/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/3190250002
Graduation Tickets: Each graduate will receive ten (10) complimentary tickets. A limited number of additional tickets will be available for purchase for $15 each through School Cash beginning March 17. In accordance with UCF policy, all guests over the age of two (2) must have a ticket to attend. Tickets will be distributed to students during the mandatory graduation rehearsal on Wednesday, May 13th. Students who choose not to participate in the graduation ceremony will not receive their allotted tickets. Please note that the school is not responsible for, nor involved in, any ticket exchanges after distribution. Any arrangements made between families or students regarding tickets are handled solely between the involved parties.
Prom: Tickets are on sale for $120. The link to all things related to Prom is below. Email NealM@lake.k12.fl.us with any questions.
https://www.canva.com/design/DAG2pdiLHlY/sTngPFpICdToyOcHmWpi8w/view?utm_content=DAG2pdiLHlY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h736b8384c9#2
Class Dues: Senior dues are $20 and can be paid on School Cash. We still have class shirts available, so once you pay dues, stop by 1-290, with your receipt, and get your shirt. Any dues that are not paid will be added to a student's fines, and will need to be paid before receiving their diploma.
https://lcsb.schoolcashonline.com/
Please continue to reach out with any questions, comments, or concerns,
Katz
katzb@lake.k12.fl.us
Brian Katz, M.Ed
Lake Minneola High School
Social Studies Department Chairperson
Senior Class Sponsor
AP United States History/ AP Government Teacher
E-mail: katzb@lake.k12.fl.us
Phone: 352-394-9600 ext 5239
Below are your reminders/updates for the week.
Grad Bash: Seniors, you have until Friday, 2/27 at 3pm to purchase tickets for this one-of-a-kind event. Tickets can be purchased via SchoolCash (link below) or you can pay me in cash in room 1-290. Tickets CANNOT be transferred, sold, or given to other students without both students coming to me first. Grad Bash will be on Saturday, April 18th. Beginning March 2nd, students can pick up a permission form outside my door, or print a copy and return it. Permission forms will need to be signed and returned in order to attend.
https://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/6173/552/False/True
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmr6UDHQD4U&list=PLIjU8lNECAo8KZR5eLan5sDQ7zEvTEii7&index=5
Senior Parent Meeting: There will be a senior meeting for parents and students on Wednesday, March 4th at 6pm in the LMHS auditorium. Mr. Roberts, Mr. Pannett, and myself will be speaking about senior events for the rest of the year, awards night, graduation rehearsal, and graduation itself; followed by a Q&A period. Parents will be able to pay any outstanding dues or fines, purchase graduation yard signs, and a representative from Jostens will also be on hand taking cap and gown orders.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RXYxf0Baj-epFdbxTB9V8vl6E2P4EOy3t_7OSP2ue0U/edit?tab=t.0
Cap and Gown: We still need 170 of you to purchase your cap and gowns. Remember, cap and gown package INCLUDES the cap, gown, tassel, medallion, and LMHS stole. The website makes it a little misleading - you DO NOT have to purchase a separate tassel unless you want one. Please have your cap and gown ordered by March 20th. Orders will be shipped to the Jostens office, and then brought to LMHS and handed out in Mid-April
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/2378409/LAKE-MINNEOLA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/3190249962/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/3190250002
Graduation Tickets: Each graduate will receive ten (10) complimentary tickets. A limited number of additional tickets will be available for purchase for $15 each through School Cash beginning March 17. In accordance with UCF policy, all guests over the age of two (2) must have a ticket to attend. Tickets will be distributed to students during the mandatory graduation rehearsal on Wednesday, May 13th. Students who choose not to participate in the graduation ceremony will not receive their allotted tickets. Please note that the school is not responsible for, nor involved in, any ticket exchanges after distribution. Any arrangements made between families or students regarding tickets are handled solely between the involved parties.
Prom: Tickets are on sale for $120. The link to all things related to Prom is below. Email NealM@lake.k12.fl.us with any questions.
https://www.canva.com/design/DAG2pdiLHlY/sTngPFpICdToyOcHmWpi8w/view?utm_content=DAG2pdiLHlY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h736b8384c9#2
Class Dues: Senior dues are $20 and can be paid on School Cash. We still have class shirts available, so once you pay dues, stop by 1-290, with your receipt, and get your shirt. Any dues that are not paid will be added to a student's fines, and will need to be paid before receiving their diploma.
https://lcsb.schoolcashonline.com/
Please continue to reach out with any questions, comments, or concerns,
Katz
katzb@lake.k12.fl.us
Brian Katz, M.Ed
Lake Minneola High School
Social Studies Department Chairperson
Senior Class Sponsor
AP United States History/ AP Government Teacher
E-mail: katzb@lake.k12.fl.us
Phone: 352-394-9600 ext 5239
🌟 Transition Fairs for Families of Students with Disabilities 🌟
Lake-Sumter State College invites students and families to attend our upcoming Transition Fairs designed to support individuals with disabilities as they move toward adulthood and independence.
📚 Learn about:
✔️ Independent Living
✔️ Job Training & Employment Opportunities
✔️ Postsecondary Education
✔️ Support Services
✔️ Social Security & Guardianship
✔️ Health Services & More
📅 Wednesday, February 25, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Cooper Memorial Library, Room 108 A & B
Lake-Sumter State College – Clermont Campus
Representatives from Vocational Rehabilitation, UCF CARD, Lake County Schools, and many other community organizations will be available to answer questions and provide valuable resources.
This is a great opportunity to help students increase enrollment in postsecondary education, graduation rates, credential attainment, employment outcomes, and community engagement.
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more!
Lake-Sumter State College invites students and families to attend our upcoming Transition Fairs designed to support individuals with disabilities as they move toward adulthood and independence.
📚 Learn about:
✔️ Independent Living
✔️ Job Training & Employment Opportunities
✔️ Postsecondary Education
✔️ Support Services
✔️ Social Security & Guardianship
✔️ Health Services & More
📅 Wednesday, February 25, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Cooper Memorial Library, Room 108 A & B
Lake-Sumter State College – Clermont Campus
Representatives from Vocational Rehabilitation, UCF CARD, Lake County Schools, and many other community organizations will be available to answer questions and provide valuable resources.
This is a great opportunity to help students increase enrollment in postsecondary education, graduation rates, credential attainment, employment outcomes, and community engagement.
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more!
We need your feedback. Please complete the Parent Stakeholder survey today. Find the survey here: https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/299325/p2577
Day 127- This morning, the LMHS FFA Officers visited GLES to present to fifth graders! 🌾🐓
The officers led the entire presentation, confidently answered questions, and sparked so much excitement about the opportunity to join FFA in high school. It was incredible to see students so engaged and inspired.
The officers did an amazing job — such strong leadership on display! 💚💛
The officers led the entire presentation, confidently answered questions, and sparked so much excitement about the opportunity to join FFA in high school. It was incredible to see students so engaged and inspired.
The officers did an amazing job — such strong leadership on display! 💚💛
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (#TDVAM). Whether you’re concerned about your relationship or if you have questions about dating in general, the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline is here for you 24/7. Text “LOVEIS” to 22522 to speak to an advocate, or visit loveisrespect.org.
Day 126 🦅✨
Meet Nehemiah, our Hawk of the Day! 👏📐
In Geometry class, Nehemiah consistently steps up to help his peers and keeps the learning going — even when the teacher is absent. That kind of leadership and initiative truly makes a difference! 💪📚
Way to go, Nehemiah! We’re proud of you! 💚💛
#OneHawk
Meet Nehemiah, our Hawk of the Day! 👏📐
In Geometry class, Nehemiah consistently steps up to help his peers and keeps the learning going — even when the teacher is absent. That kind of leadership and initiative truly makes a difference! 💪📚
Way to go, Nehemiah! We’re proud of you! 💚💛
#OneHawk
Hawks 🦅✨
Here’s what’s happening at LMHS during this final week of February! It’s FFA Week 🌾🚜, so be sure to join in the fun and participate in our Spirit Week activities 🎉👕.
Let’s show our Hawk pride 💚💛, support FFA, and make it a fantastic week together! 🙌🔥
Here’s what’s happening at LMHS during this final week of February! It’s FFA Week 🌾🚜, so be sure to join in the fun and participate in our Spirit Week activities 🎉👕.
Let’s show our Hawk pride 💚💛, support FFA, and make it a fantastic week together! 🙌🔥
Day 125 🦅🥎
A HUGE congratulations to our Varsity Softball team on starting the season with TWO big wins! 🎉🔥 Way to go, Hawks! 💪💚💛
We can’t wait to see what’s next — keep the momentum going! 🙌✨
#OneHawk
A HUGE congratulations to our Varsity Softball team on starting the season with TWO big wins! 🎉🔥 Way to go, Hawks! 💪💚💛
We can’t wait to see what’s next — keep the momentum going! 🙌✨
#OneHawk
Next week is FFA Week 🌾🚜🎉 — check out our flyer for all the fun activities we have planned! 👕✨🙌
Don’t miss out on the spirit days and celebrations as we show our Hawk pride! 💚💛🦅
#OneHawk
Don’t miss out on the spirit days and celebrations as we show our Hawk pride! 💚💛🦅
#OneHawk
Students: Level up your future with CTE Cybersecurity offered at East Ridge High School, and Game/Simulation/Animation Programming offered at Tavares High School! Careers in cybersecurity and gaming combine technology, problem-solving, and creativity. From protecting networks and sensitive data to designing and testing video games, our CTE students gain hands-on experience with the tools and skills top tech employers are looking for. This CTE Month, imagine defending the digital world, creating virtual adventures, and turning tech passion into a high-demand career. With CTE, our students' skills can lead to job security, competitive salaries, and endless opportunities in tech and entertainment!
Day 124 — Help us celebrate today’s Hawks of the Day, Arianna & Aiden! 🦅🎉
These outstanding students are working hard and are excellent representatives of our school. We’re proud of you both—keep up the great work! 💪✨
These outstanding students are working hard and are excellent representatives of our school. We’re proud of you both—keep up the great work! 💪✨
Protect, serve and succeed with CTE Criminal Justice Operations, a program offered at Mount Dora High School! From law enforcement and forensic science to corrections, investigations, and public safety, criminal justice careers make a real difference in our communities. Our CTE students gain hands-on experience, critical thinking skills, and real-world training that prepare them for these exciting, high-demand careers. This CTE Month, imagine helping others, solving problems, and keeping your community safe. With CTE, our students can turn their passion for justice into a rewarding career!
Don't forget... It's time to nominate the 2026 inductees for the Lake County Schools Alumni Hall of Fame! Nominees must have graduated from a Lake County high school. They may be living or deceased, and they must have made outstanding athletic, professional, or humanitarian contributions, or overcome great adversity to succeed on a personal level. Please use this link to submit your nomination by 5 p.m. EST on Monday, February 23, 2026: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSekNfSG8aztTYigKMFcLC-s5Qbp9BZKtuqVq-ahkU-tuwWUtw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117849213253443556305
Day 123: This is Tyler, our Hawk of the Day! 🦅🎉 We are celebrating him for his hard work and strong academic focus. We are incredibly proud of him!! 👏📚✨
Hawks, please see this opportunity! #OneHawk
The aviation industry is soaring to new heights, and it needs students like those in Lake County Schools! From pilots and drone operators to aviation mechanics and air traffic controllers, these high-skill careers keep the world moving every day. A CTE class is the perfect runway to get started! We offer an Aerospace Technologies program at Eustis, Lake Minneola, and Leesburg high schools, and an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Operations program at East Ridge High School. Central Florida is at the heart of aerospace innovation, leading the way in air and space exploration. Aerospace engineers and technicians design spacecraft, satellites, and advanced aircraft that shape the future of discovery. If space, technology, and innovation excite you, this high-demand field offers limitless opportunities.
The aviation industry is soaring to new heights, and it needs students like those in Lake County Schools! From pilots and drone operators to aviation mechanics and air traffic controllers, these high-skill careers keep the world moving every day. A CTE class is the perfect runway to get started! We offer an Aerospace Technologies program at Eustis, Lake Minneola, and Leesburg high schools, and an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Operations program at East Ridge High School. Central Florida is at the heart of aerospace innovation, leading the way in air and space exploration. Aerospace engineers and technicians design spacecraft, satellites, and advanced aircraft that shape the future of discovery. If space, technology, and innovation excite you, this high-demand field offers limitless opportunities.
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📣 Students & Parents — Don’t Miss This AP Webinar!
Thinking about taking AP courses? Want to better understand how to maximize your AP potential?
Join the Florida College Board Team for an informative webinar:
🗓 Tuesday, February 24, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM (EST)
This session will help families:
✔️ Understand the benefits of taking AP courses
✔️ Learn about new AP courses launching in 2026–27
✔️ Explore scholarship opportunities connected to AP Capstone & Florida Bright Futures
✔️ Get valuable resources to support AP success
📲 Register using the link or QR code on the flyer.
📧 All registrants will receive a follow-up email with workshop resources.
Don’t miss this opportunity to plan ahead and set yourself up for success! 🎓✨
#APCourses #CollegeBoard #CollegeReady #FloridaStudents #BrightFutures #APSuccess #ParentNight
📣 Students & Parents — Don’t Miss This AP Webinar!
Thinking about taking AP courses? Want to better understand how to maximize your AP potential?
Join the Florida College Board Team for an informative webinar:
🗓 Tuesday, February 24, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM (EST)
This session will help families:
✔️ Understand the benefits of taking AP courses
✔️ Learn about new AP courses launching in 2026–27
✔️ Explore scholarship opportunities connected to AP Capstone & Florida Bright Futures
✔️ Get valuable resources to support AP success
📲 Register using the link or QR code on the flyer.
📧 All registrants will receive a follow-up email with workshop resources.
Don’t miss this opportunity to plan ahead and set yourself up for success! 🎓✨
#APCourses #CollegeBoard #CollegeReady #FloridaStudents #BrightFutures #APSuccess #ParentNight
🎓 Lake & Sumter County Seniors — Scholarship Opportunity! 🎓
Ready to take the next step after high school? Lake-Sumter State College is offering several scholarships for graduating seniors!
💰 Scholarships include:
✅ Opportunity Scholarship (12 credit hour fee waiver)
✅ President’s Scholarship ($600)
✅ LSSC Scholarship ($600)
✅ Principal’s Scholarship ($1200)
✅ Trustee Scholarship ($1200)
📅 Application Deadline: March 30, 2026
📲 Apply now using the QR code on the flyer!
Questions? Contact the LSSC Office of Financial Aid:
📧 finaidemail@lssc.edu
| 📞 352-787-3747
#LSSC #ScholarshipOpportunity #ClassOf2026 #LakeCountySchools #SumterCountySchools #CollegeBound #YourFutureStartsHere
Ready to take the next step after high school? Lake-Sumter State College is offering several scholarships for graduating seniors!
💰 Scholarships include:
✅ Opportunity Scholarship (12 credit hour fee waiver)
✅ President’s Scholarship ($600)
✅ LSSC Scholarship ($600)
✅ Principal’s Scholarship ($1200)
✅ Trustee Scholarship ($1200)
📅 Application Deadline: March 30, 2026
📲 Apply now using the QR code on the flyer!
Questions? Contact the LSSC Office of Financial Aid:
📧 finaidemail@lssc.edu
| 📞 352-787-3747
#LSSC #ScholarshipOpportunity #ClassOf2026 #LakeCountySchools #SumterCountySchools #CollegeBound #YourFutureStartsHere
