Dear Seniors and Parents,
Please review the following important updates and reminders regarding upcoming senior class activities, deadlines, and graduation requirements.
Class Dues & Senior Shirts
• Senior Dues: $20, payable online via https://www.schoolcashonline.com/
• Class T-Shirts: Remaining shirts can be collected in Room 1-189 or Room 1-290 before school, after school, or between class periods.
• Requirement: Please present a screenshot of your payment receipt at the time of pickup.
Senior Portraits
• Yearbook Deadline: To be included in the yearbook, your senior portrait must be taken by Cady Studios by December 31st.
• Scheduling: Book your appointment directly through the https://booking.cady.com/
• Inquiries: For questions regarding photos or the yearbook, please contact Mrs. McMillan at McmillanK@lake.k12.fl.us.
Grad Bash 2027
• Event Date: Friday, April 16th (Please note: Lake County Schools are not in session on this day).
• Cost: $175 (Includes early admission, event ticket, and bus transportation. This cost directly reflects the pricing provided by Universal; the school makes no profit from this event).
• Transportation & Passes: Universal annual passes cannot be used for this event. All students must ride the school-provided bus to and from the venue.
• Timeline: Buses depart from the school at 3:00 PM on Friday and return at approximately 3:00 AM on Saturday morning.
• Ticket Sales: Tickets will be available from Monday, October 19th through January 29th, 2027.
• Payment Methods: Payments can be made via SchoolCash Online (either in full or split into two equal installments). Alternatively, exact cash payments can be brought to Room 1-290 before or after school.
Cap & Gown Purchases
• Basic Package: $70 (plus tax and shipping). This package includes your cap, gown, tassel, medallion, and LMHS stole.
• Ordering Link: Place your order online via https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/2378409/LAKE-MINNEOLA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/3485092399/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/3485092475
• Note on Ordering: The website may appear to list the tassel as an additional charge, but it is already included in the basic package.
• Delivery: Caps and gowns will be delivered directly to the school in April. Any additional memorabilia ordered from Jostens will be shipped to your home address.
• Gown Reuse Policy: Gowns were redesigned beginning with the Class of 2026; styles prior to 2026 are not permitted. If you plan to reuse a gown from a 2026 graduate, you must contact Jostens directly to purchase the missing individual pieces.
Graduation Ceremony & Tickets
• Ceremony Details: Graduation is scheduled for Friday, May 21st at 7:30 PM at the Addition Financial Arena at UCF.
• Dress Code: All visible attire—including clothing and footwear—must be solid black.
• Complimentary Tickets: Each graduate will receive 10 complimentary tickets.
• Additional Tickets: Extra tickets may be purchased for $15 each via SchoolCash Online beginning March 23rd, 2027.
• UCF Ticketing Policy: Per arena policy, all attendees over the age of two require a ticket.
• Distribution: All tickets will be distributed during graduation rehearsal on Wednesday, May 19th. Students must attend and remain for the full duration of the rehearsal; failure to do so will result in the forfeiture of all tickets.
Year at a Glance
• https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RXYxf0Baj-epFdbxTB9V8vl6E2P4EOy3t_7OSP2ue0U/edit?tab=t.0
Thank you for your attention to these details as we celebrate the Class of 2027.
Please review the following important updates and reminders regarding upcoming senior class activities, deadlines, and graduation requirements.
Class Dues & Senior Shirts
• Senior Dues: $20, payable online via https://www.schoolcashonline.com/
• Class T-Shirts: Remaining shirts can be collected in Room 1-189 or Room 1-290 before school, after school, or between class periods.
• Requirement: Please present a screenshot of your payment receipt at the time of pickup.
Senior Portraits
• Yearbook Deadline: To be included in the yearbook, your senior portrait must be taken by Cady Studios by December 31st.
• Scheduling: Book your appointment directly through the https://booking.cady.com/
• Inquiries: For questions regarding photos or the yearbook, please contact Mrs. McMillan at McmillanK@lake.k12.fl.us.
Grad Bash 2027
• Event Date: Friday, April 16th (Please note: Lake County Schools are not in session on this day).
• Cost: $175 (Includes early admission, event ticket, and bus transportation. This cost directly reflects the pricing provided by Universal; the school makes no profit from this event).
• Transportation & Passes: Universal annual passes cannot be used for this event. All students must ride the school-provided bus to and from the venue.
• Timeline: Buses depart from the school at 3:00 PM on Friday and return at approximately 3:00 AM on Saturday morning.
• Ticket Sales: Tickets will be available from Monday, October 19th through January 29th, 2027.
• Payment Methods: Payments can be made via SchoolCash Online (either in full or split into two equal installments). Alternatively, exact cash payments can be brought to Room 1-290 before or after school.
Cap & Gown Purchases
• Basic Package: $70 (plus tax and shipping). This package includes your cap, gown, tassel, medallion, and LMHS stole.
• Ordering Link: Place your order online via https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/2378409/LAKE-MINNEOLA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/3485092399/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/3485092475
• Note on Ordering: The website may appear to list the tassel as an additional charge, but it is already included in the basic package.
• Delivery: Caps and gowns will be delivered directly to the school in April. Any additional memorabilia ordered from Jostens will be shipped to your home address.
• Gown Reuse Policy: Gowns were redesigned beginning with the Class of 2026; styles prior to 2026 are not permitted. If you plan to reuse a gown from a 2026 graduate, you must contact Jostens directly to purchase the missing individual pieces.
Graduation Ceremony & Tickets
• Ceremony Details: Graduation is scheduled for Friday, May 21st at 7:30 PM at the Addition Financial Arena at UCF.
• Dress Code: All visible attire—including clothing and footwear—must be solid black.
• Complimentary Tickets: Each graduate will receive 10 complimentary tickets.
• Additional Tickets: Extra tickets may be purchased for $15 each via SchoolCash Online beginning March 23rd, 2027.
• UCF Ticketing Policy: Per arena policy, all attendees over the age of two require a ticket.
• Distribution: All tickets will be distributed during graduation rehearsal on Wednesday, May 19th. Students must attend and remain for the full duration of the rehearsal; failure to do so will result in the forfeiture of all tickets.
Year at a Glance
• https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RXYxf0Baj-epFdbxTB9V8vl6E2P4EOy3t_7OSP2ue0U/edit?tab=t.0
Thank you for your attention to these details as we celebrate the Class of 2027.
ATTENTION SENIORS: Applications are open for the Florida Debate Initiative + AT&T Scholarship! 10 need-based scholarships of $3,000 each will be awarded to high school seniors who plan to attend college. Learn more and apply by Nov. 20 at this link: https://www.floridadebate.org/att-scholarship?rc=test-site
Day 47: Homecoming 2026 is in the books! 🦅🎉
A huge thank you to our awesome students and staff who made this a week to remember! Our Hawks are the best! Enjoy the memories! 📸✨
#OneHawk
A huge thank you to our awesome students and staff who made this a week to remember! Our Hawks are the best! Enjoy the memories! 📸✨
#OneHawk
📣 Huge shoutout to Mrs. McMillan and her amazing Digital Design 2 students! 🎨✨
Our sideline carts needed some major TLC, and this team delivered! After a fresh coat of paint to cover up that faded orange, Mrs. McMillan’s students designed, created, and applied custom decals to bring them to life. 🔥
They look absolutely incredible—talk about awesome student talent and teamwork! 🙌🦅
Check out the pictures below to see the transformation! 👇📸
#StudentSpotlight #DigitalDesign #HawkPride
Our sideline carts needed some major TLC, and this team delivered! After a fresh coat of paint to cover up that faded orange, Mrs. McMillan’s students designed, created, and applied custom decals to bring them to life. 🔥
They look absolutely incredible—talk about awesome student talent and teamwork! 🙌🦅
Check out the pictures below to see the transformation! 👇📸
#StudentSpotlight #DigitalDesign #HawkPride
It’s the start of Quarter 2! Make it a great week, Hawks! 🦅✨ #OneHawk
Thank you, Lake County voters, for the support you've provided for school safety and student mental health over the last eight years. You have made a tremendous impact in the lives of our students, and we are grateful. That funding expires soon. In this video, Superintendent Kornegay explains the referendum on the November ballot that addresses funding for the next four years and directs you to website for more details to help you make an informed decision at the polls. Watch here: https://youtu.be/2osgKf9x6Ko
Dear Students and Parents,
Happy Friday! We have two very important updates to share with you today regarding Homecoming and Graduation.
Homecoming Details
The weather forecast is looking better, so we intend to hold the dance outside in the courtyard. If the weather changes or the DJ requests to move indoors, we will adjust accordingly. Either way, the check-in process remains the same. You can access the full arrival instructions by clicking HERE.
• Food & Drinks: We will be serving Publix sub sandwiches, chicken tenders, fruit and veggie platters, and cookies. Drinks will include water, Coke, Diet Coke, and Sprite.
• Photos & Memories: Capturing the night will be easier than ever! We will have two photo booth stations (one traditional and one 360° video booth), plus a roaming photo robot catching candid moments throughout the night.
Graduation Date & Venue Confirmed
We are thrilled to officially confirm our Graduation ceremony details!
• Date & Time: Friday, May 21, 2027, at 7:30 PM
• Location: Addition Financial Arena on the University of Central Florida (UCF) campus
• Address: 12777 Gemini Blvd N, Orlando, FL 32816
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to celebrating these milestones with our students!
Happy Friday! We have two very important updates to share with you today regarding Homecoming and Graduation.
Homecoming Details
The weather forecast is looking better, so we intend to hold the dance outside in the courtyard. If the weather changes or the DJ requests to move indoors, we will adjust accordingly. Either way, the check-in process remains the same. You can access the full arrival instructions by clicking HERE.
• Food & Drinks: We will be serving Publix sub sandwiches, chicken tenders, fruit and veggie platters, and cookies. Drinks will include water, Coke, Diet Coke, and Sprite.
• Photos & Memories: Capturing the night will be easier than ever! We will have two photo booth stations (one traditional and one 360° video booth), plus a roaming photo robot catching candid moments throughout the night.
Graduation Date & Venue Confirmed
We are thrilled to officially confirm our Graduation ceremony details!
• Date & Time: Friday, May 21, 2027, at 7:30 PM
• Location: Addition Financial Arena on the University of Central Florida (UCF) campus
• Address: 12777 Gemini Blvd N, Orlando, FL 32816
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to celebrating these milestones with our students!
This fall, Lake County voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. We are sharing facts about the referendum to help voters make an informed decision at the polls. Learn more at https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
Students and Parents
We are actively monitoring the weather forecast for Saturday evening and will make a final decision about moving the dance indoors by the end of the school day on Friday. At that time, we will send out procedures for the dance.
Please rest assured that we are fully prepared to host an amazing dance, whether it takes place indoors or outdoors. Students will be able to enjoy an awesome DJ, food, drinks, snacks, and photography stations regardless of the location.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we monitor the weather and make the best decision for our students.
We are actively monitoring the weather forecast for Saturday evening and will make a final decision about moving the dance indoors by the end of the school day on Friday. At that time, we will send out procedures for the dance.
Please rest assured that we are fully prepared to host an amazing dance, whether it takes place indoors or outdoors. Students will be able to enjoy an awesome DJ, food, drinks, snacks, and photography stations regardless of the location.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we monitor the weather and make the best decision for our students.
Day 46: Tonight we celebrated our amazing volleyball team, specifically our 5 senior Lady Hawks! 🏐🎓
Congrats to Camila, Rowan, Nia, Vicky, and Sarai! Remember: once a Hawk, always a Hawk! 🦅❤️ #OneHawk
Congrats to Camila, Rowan, Nia, Vicky, and Sarai! Remember: once a Hawk, always a Hawk! 🦅❤️ #OneHawk
Day 45: LMHS Homecoming Week is here! 🎉 We had an absolute blast with Hype Night, and our annual tradition of hallway and banner decorating is complete!
Here’s what’s coming up:
🏈 Powder Puff tomorrow
💖 Pink Night on Thursday
📣 Homecoming Game on Friday!
It’s a great time to be a Hawk! 🦅 #OneHawk
Here’s what’s coming up:
🏈 Powder Puff tomorrow
💖 Pink Night on Thursday
📣 Homecoming Game on Friday!
It’s a great time to be a Hawk! 🦅 #OneHawk
Good Morning Students,
Homecoming pre-sale tickets are available now through Thursday, October 8th (end of day).
How to Buy:
• Online: Skip the line and pay via SchoolCash Online.
• In Person: Bring cash to my room before school, after school, or during lunches.
Please Note:
• No tickets will be sold on Friday.
• Tickets at the door will cost $70.
• Outside guest forms are no longer being accepted.
Get your tickets early to save money and secure your spot!
Mr. Katz
Homecoming pre-sale tickets are available now through Thursday, October 8th (end of day).
How to Buy:
• Online: Skip the line and pay via SchoolCash Online.
• In Person: Bring cash to my room before school, after school, or during lunches.
Please Note:
• No tickets will be sold on Friday.
• Tickets at the door will cost $70.
• Outside guest forms are no longer being accepted.
Get your tickets early to save money and secure your spot!
Mr. Katz
🔔 Cue the Good News Bell! 🔔 Big congratulations to two of our awesome seniors! Sofia was accepted into Valencia College, and Aniyah was accepted into Bethune-Cookman University! We are so proud of you as you take on your next journey, Hawks! 🎉 #OneHawk
Day 44: Big shoutout to Blake, our Hawk Celebration of the Day! 🦅 Always kind and super helpful—we are so proud to call him a Hawk! 💚💛 #OneHawk
Get ready to bring the noise! Our Homecoming Green & Gold Pep Rally is this Friday! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to show your LMHS pride and passion! 💚💛 #OneHawk
Hawks—Homecoming 2026 is finally here! 🎉👑 Be sure to check out our Week at a Glance to catch all the excitement! Show your Lake Minneola pride and passion all week long! 💚💛 #OneHawk 🦅
A HUGE congratulations to our Varsity Girls Volleyball team for winning the Lake County Cup Championship last night against Mt. Dora! We are so proud of these Hawks! 🏐🏆 #OneHawk
Dear Students and Parents,
Homecoming is just around the corner! Please review the important updates below regarding ticket sales and outside guest forms.
Homecoming Ticket Information
• Current Price ($60): On sale now through Wednesday, Oct. 7.
• At-the-Door Price ($70): Tickets will be available at the door starting Thursday.
• How to Purchase:
• Online via School Cash
• In-person with cash (available before school, during all lunches, and after school)
Outside Guest Forms Update
Mrs. Cavinder is actively processing all submitted outside guest forms. Please note the timelines below:
• Submitted on or before Friday, Sept. 25: You should have already received a response. While most requests were approved, a few were not. Students must check both their school email and the personal email address they provided on the Google Form.
• Submitted after Friday, Sept. 25: You will receive a response by the end of the day on Monday, Oct. 5.
For all other questions regarding the event, please refer to our detailed information guide linked below.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hO_Kte_zts0G4Ytf7q-LfmK7Qkb75QWjJQXQhUTViSw/edit?usp=sharing
Best regards,
Brian Katz
Homecoming is just around the corner! Please review the important updates below regarding ticket sales and outside guest forms.
Homecoming Ticket Information
• Current Price ($60): On sale now through Wednesday, Oct. 7.
• At-the-Door Price ($70): Tickets will be available at the door starting Thursday.
• How to Purchase:
• Online via School Cash
• In-person with cash (available before school, during all lunches, and after school)
Outside Guest Forms Update
Mrs. Cavinder is actively processing all submitted outside guest forms. Please note the timelines below:
• Submitted on or before Friday, Sept. 25: You should have already received a response. While most requests were approved, a few were not. Students must check both their school email and the personal email address they provided on the Google Form.
• Submitted after Friday, Sept. 25: You will receive a response by the end of the day on Monday, Oct. 5.
For all other questions regarding the event, please refer to our detailed information guide linked below.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hO_Kte_zts0G4Ytf7q-LfmK7Qkb75QWjJQXQhUTViSw/edit?usp=sharing
Best regards,
Brian Katz
Day 43: Meet Sophia, our Hawk of the Day! We celebrated her for her exceptional kindness toward her peers. On her own initiative, she goes out of her way to help classmates and ensure everyone feels included. We are so lucky to have her at Lake Minneola High School! 🦅✨ #OneHawk
Day 42: Meet Olivia! We celebrated her as Hawk of the Day because she is such a kind-hearted student and a joy to have in class. She brings sunshine to our campus every day, and we are so lucky to have her! ☀️ #OneHawk
