Early voting is underway, and in Lake County, voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. Here, we are answering some of the most frequently asked questions about the referendum so voters can make an informed decision. Learn more at https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
about 2 hours ago, LCS Communications
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Day 54: Meet Mackenzie, our Hawk of the Day! 🦅✨

She truly embodies the Hawk’s Creed — kind-hearted, hard-working, and honorable! We are so proud to have her leading by example in our school community. 👏

Way to go, Mackenzie! 🎉 #OneHawk
3 days ago, Lake Minneola High
A girl in glasses and a sports jacket stands in front of a map of the U.S. and three trophies.
More great news on the Hill! 🎓🎉

Huge congratulations to Hannah and Brandon on their college acceptances! We are so proud of your hard work! 👏🦅 #OneHawk
3 days ago, Lake Minneola High
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Come out and enjoy a delicious meal while supporting our local Lake Minneola FFA chapter at Culver's; October 20, 2026 from 5-8PM!
Help support your Lake Minneola FFA Chapter to Build there 'Blue Jackets Bright Futures' focus along side the True Blue Crew at Culver's.
3 days ago, Lake Minneola High
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Day 53: Huge weekend for our Hawk family! 🦅🏆

🏈 Football: Rained out Friday night, but came back Saturday afternoon to win their final home game!

🥁 Band: Took 2nd place in Saturday's competition!

🏊 Swimming: Both our boys' and girls' swim teams swept 1st place at the Mid-Florida Conference!

Way to go, Hawks! 👏 #OneHawk
4 days ago, Lake Minneola High
Swim
A group of young people on a football field, wearing green and yellow uniforms, posing with a trophy.
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Day 52: Big news! 🎉 A huge congratulations to AVID student Cole on his acceptance to the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)! We are so proud of you, Cole! 🎨👏 #OneHawk
4 days ago, Lake Minneola High
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🎓 Every Student Deserves a Path to Graduation!
Our Night School program at Lake Minneola High School gives learners a flexible alternative to finish their requirements—and the results speak for themselves: last year, 100+ students (grades 9-12) enrolled, leading to 67 graduations! 🎉
Our staff provides complete academic support every evening, but we need our community's help to keep them fueled and motivated! ⚡
Here's how you can make a difference:
• 🍿 Snacks & Drinks: Individually packaged items to power their study sessions.
• 🎁 Prizes & Gift Cards: Small prizes or gift cards (fast food, coffee) to celebrate attendance and major progress milestones!
📦 Want to send supplies directly? Check out our Amazon Wishlist for snacks and drinks! You can also drop off donations directly at the school, or contact us to schedule a pickup for larger contributions.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/E34146U1283U?ref_=wl_share
Thank you for standing behind our students and showing them that the community is rooting for their success! 💙
📩 Questions or need a donation tax letter for your business/organization? Send a direct message or email cavinderk@lake.k12.fl.us.

4 days ago, Lake Minneola High
Hawks—it’s a new week, and there is so much happening at LMHS! Let’s make it a great one filled with Hawk pride!
#OneHawk 💚💛
4 days ago, Lake Minneola High
A document titled "Week at a Glance" displays dates October 19-24, 2016, for Lake Isabella High School.
We couldn't be prouder to celebrate Garrison today! 🎉 We rang the good news bell 10 times for his incredible college acceptances—with even more on the way!

Garrison, your dedication, resilience, and brilliance have earned you a truly bright future. Congratulations on this amazing chapter, and keep soaring! 🦅✨ #OneHawk
5 days ago, Lake Minneola High
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Day 51 – Meet Yashaa, our Hawk Cerberation of the Day! 🦅✨

This kind-hearted Hawk always goes above and beyond for others, even providing supplies for her fellow students. She is an absolute gem, and we are so lucky to call her ours.

#OneHawk
5 days ago, Lake Minneola High
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Thanks to the support of Lake County voters, Lake Minneola High School continues to benefit from important school safety and mental health resources.
We are grateful for our School Guardian and PASS teacher, School Resource Officer, and Mental Health Liaison, who help keep our Hawks safe and supported every day! 💚💛

7 days ago, Lake Minneola High
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Day 50—This year marks Lake Minneola High School’s 15th anniversary! In celebration of this special milestone and Hispanic Heritage Month, our fabulous World Languages Department hosted a day-long quinceañera filled with meaningful traditions, lively dancing, delicious food, and plenty of laughter.
What a wonderful way to honor Hispanic culture while celebrating 15 years of excellence at Lake Minneola! 💚💛
#OneHawk #HispanicHeritageMonth #15YearsOfExcellence
7 days ago, Lake Minneola High
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A classroom hallway with flags and decorations. Students in costumes, including one in a yellow dress, stand around a mascot.
A group of people stand in a hallway with yellow floor tiles. Some are dancing while others sit on the floor. Flags and decorations adorn the walls.
A group of people in casual clothes posing in a decorated hallway with balloons and a VIP sign.
A hanging dinosaur piñata above a table. "VIP" and "15" signs on blue and gold banners. A person stands next to the table.
A decorated room with a "VIP" backdrop, gold curtain, and "15" letters. A doll and blue bag are on the floor.
Day 49—Tonight, we proudly honored 11 exceptional student-athletes at Senior Swim Night! You have represented Lake Minneola with pride, dedication, and excellence. We wish each of you continued success and nothing but the very best in life beyond LMHS!
Congratulations, seniors! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️💚💛
#OneHawk
7 days ago, Lake Minneola High
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Day 48—Our Hawks had an incredible experience at the HBCU College Fair! Three of our students even received on-the-spot college acceptances! Congratulations, Hawks—we are so proud of you!

A special thank-you to Ms. Jackson for organizing this wonderful opportunity for our students!

#OneHawk
7 days ago, Lake Minneola High
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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 have built in assurances that the money will be spent appropriately, including the establishment of an independent committee to oversee the spending. Learn more: https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
8 days ago, LCS Communications
Blue and white background with yellow border. Text reads: "Did you know?" Below, information about the referendum spending of Lake County Schools.
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.


9 days ago, Lake Minneola High
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
9 days ago, LCS Communications
People on a stage holding a large check. A sign reads "APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR 2027" and "FLORIDA DEBATE INITIATIVE SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTED BY AT&T".
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
10 days ago, Lake Minneola High
Hoco 2026
📣 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
10 days ago, Lake Minneola High
A green and white cart with "LMHS Athletics" printed on it on a track field with empty bleachers and a grassy area.
A red track with a green cart featuring eagle designs. Buildings are in the distance.
A rolling cart with green and white sections labeled "ONE" and "HAWK" on a track field with empty bleachers in the background.
It’s the start of Quarter 2! Make it a great week, Hawks! 🦅✨ #OneHawk
11 days ago, Lake Minneola High
A schedule for Week 10 displays days from Monday to Saturday. Dates are shown as 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17. The word "HAWKS" is displayed on the top right.