Lake Minneola High

Seniors,

Happy Monday! We hope you had a great weekend. Below are your updates and reminders for the week

1). Grad Bash: While tickets are not yet on sale, the price this year will be $155. Grad Bash is an event where seniors from across the state spend the evening at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. It will take place on Saturday, April 18th. We will leave LMHS at 3:00 p.m., and you’ll enjoy the park from 4:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. More information will be available once tickets officially go on sale.

2). Senior Road Show: This Wednesday, October 22nd, is the 3rd Senior Road Show. You can book online using the link below. For any questions, please email Mrs. McMillan at mcmillank@lake.k12.fl.us.

https://store.cady.com/?utm_source=school&utm_medium=digital&utm_content=senior_sessions_booking_digitalkit&utm_campaign=senior_sessions_booking

3). Letters of Recommendation & Applications: Any senior requesting letters of recommendation, Common App completions, or scholarship paperwork must make these requests at least two weeks in advance. Speak directly with the teacher or counselor you’re asking, and provide a resume or brag sheet. We’re happy to help, but please remember these take time to write.

4). Cap and Gown Orders: Please make sure you’ve ordered your cap and gown. The “Cap and Gown Unit” package on the website below is all you need. It includes the cap, gown, tassel, medallion, and stole. We changed vendors this year, and the gown has been slightly redesigned, so every student must purchase a new one—you cannot reuse gowns from previous graduations.

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/2378409/LAKE-MINNEOLA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/2977087302/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/2977087373

5). Class Dues & Shirts: Class dues can still be paid, and we have about 200 shirts remaining. After you’ve paid your dues, stop by my room (1-290) to pick up your shirt.

6). Senior Year-at-a-Glance: All senior-related activities for the year can be found on the Senior Year-at-a-Glance document, which is updated as needed.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RXYxf0Baj-epFdbxTB9V8vl6E2P4EOy3t_7OSP2ue0U/edit?tab=t.0

Thank you,
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

Did you know that the school bus is one of the safest vehicles on the road? Less than 1% of all traffic fatalities involve children on school transportation vehicles. However, children are more at risk when approaching or leaving a school bus. It’s important for all drivers, as well as parents and students, to understand school bus safety. That's the focus of National School Bus Safety Week, an active and evolving public education program urging parents, students, teachers, motorists, school bus operators, school administrators, and other interested parties to join forces and address the importance of school bus safety.

Fellow Hawks, get ready for another amazing week on the Hill! Let’s bring the energy, pride, and teamwork that make us #OneHawk. See you Monday, Hawks! 💚🦅💛

Day 52 — Hawk of the Week 🦅
Meet Alacyn, our incredible Hawk of the Week! At a recent football game, Alacyn noticed someone in need and immediately stepped in to help and ensure their safety. Your quick action and compassion truly represent what it means to be a Hawk. We’re so proud of you, Alacyn! 💚💛
#OneHawk #HawkPride

Day 51: What an amazing day for our seniors! 🎓 Lake-Sumter State College was on campus today, and already one-third of our graduating class has received their acceptance letters! Way to go, Hawks — you’re already making your mark on the world! 💚🦅 #OneHawk

Day 50: Senior Swim Night was a splash! 💦 We celebrated 9 incredible senior swimmers and topped it off with victories from both our boys and girls teams! Way to go, Hawks! 💚 #OneHawk

Happy Boss’s Day to our amazing school and district leaders! Your guidance, encouragement, and commitment make a difference for every student and staff member. We appreciate all that you do! 🌟 #BossesDay #ThankYou #EducationLeaders

Day 49: A beautiful afternoon celebrating our girls’ golf team! ⛳️ Huge shoutout to our three amazing seniors honored at Senior Night — your dedication and spirit make us proud. 💚 Remember, once a Hawk, always a Hawk! #OneHawk

Bullying prevention starts at home. 🏡 Parents and families can help by talking openly about bullying, listening to children, and working together with schools. This month, let’s build stronger connections to support our students, because no one should face bullying alone. 💙 #BullyingPreventionMonth

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Day 48 – What a way to wrap up Homecoming! 🎉💛
Our HoCo Dance was the perfect finale to an amazing week at Lake Minneola. Thank you, Hawks, for bringing the energy, spirit, and memories! 🦅✨ #OneHawk #HoCoVibes
Thank you David Worthington for the photographs.

Day 47 – What a beautiful Homecoming football game! 🌟
A fantastic night celebrating our King & Queen, cheering on our football players who played with heart, and enjoying a stunning performance by our band and colorguard to cap it all off! We are Lake Minneola! 🦅 #OneHawk

Hawks, Quarter 2 is here! Let’s soar to new heights this week and show what #OneHawk pride looks like! 🦅

Day 46 – Wow! What an amazing Homecoming Pep Rally on the Hill! Nobody shows spirit like our Hawks, and this was our best Pep Rally yet! So proud of the Lake Minneola pride and passion on full display today! 🦅 #OneHawk

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Day 45 – What a perfect evening for Powder Puff and the crowning of our Underclassmen Homecoming Court! 🏈👑 Congratulations to all our amazing Hawks!
Don’t miss Friday Night’s big game — come cheer on our Hawks and witness the crowning of our Homecoming King and Queen! 💚🦅 #OneHawk #HawkPride #Homecoming2025

💚💛 Get ready, Hawks! Tomorrow we dress up and show off that OneHawk pride—let’s make it the best Homecoming yet! 🦅

So proud of Autumn, our Student-Athlete of the Week! 🦅⛳️✨ We’re so lucky to have her representing the Hawks! 💚💛 #OneHawk #HawkPride

Students and Parents,
The Homecoming Dance will take place this Saturday evening. Gates will open at 7:45 PM.
• Parking & Drop-Offs: Students should park in the student lot. Drop-offs will follow the normal school procedure.
• Security Check: All students and guests will be screened with a metal detector wand by an assistant principal before entering.

Once cleared, students will proceed through the gates to ticket check:
• Ticket Check: Three chaperones will be verifying pre-sold tickets. The chaperones at check-in will have a hard copy of all the students who bought tickets. However, to speed up the line, If possible, please have your photo ID (driver’s license or school ID) and your ticket from GoFan ready on your phone. I know many Freshmen do not have photos on their school ID's, this is fine. If they have a learners permit, have them bring that, if not, just their name will suffice. If you purchased in cash from Mr. Katz, let the chaperone checking you in know that.
• Outside Guests: Guests must check in with the LMHS student who purchased their ticket. Outside guests will not be admitted without the student who submitted their guest form. At this time, all guest forms have been processed by Mrs. Cavinder and only one was denied. Students should have received an approval email from her, but if not, they are good to purchase tickets.
• Cash Sales at the Door: Based on current sales, we will be able offer cash sales at the door. If paying at the door, please proceed to the right after security. Mrs. Cavinder will be stationed at a desk near the AB hallway doors to sell tickets. Tickets are $60, cash only. Please bring the exact amount if possible.

Important Reminders:
• No entry will be allowed after 9:30 PM.
• The dance ends promptly at 11:00 PM. Please arrange timely pickup; cars may line up as they would for regular school dismissal.
• Students who leave the dance early will not be readmitted.
• In the event of inclement weather, we will hold the dance in the gymnasium. All procedures above will be the same.

We look forward to a safe and enjoyable evening for all!

Thanks,

Mr. Katz