“We understand that these exercises can raise concerns,” Deputy Superintendent Chad Farnsworth said. “However, law enforcement officials stress the importance of training in realistic settings to be better equipped to protect our students and staff.”
The trainings were intentionally scheduled during the summer when students and teachers are not on campus. Participation is limited to student actors whose parents have provided written consent. The district notified the community in advance through social media and the district and school websites.
“We are deeply grateful for the partnership we share with local law enforcement and for their ongoing commitment to keeping our schools safe,” Farnsworth added. “While we all wish this type of training wasn’t necessary, we must prepare. We support our officers and deputies as they train to be there for us when we need them most.”
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) conducts active assailant training on an ongoing basis as required by state statutes and accreditation requirements to ensure the safety of all involved if such a scenario plays out at one of our schools. It’s especially vital for School Resource Deputies to undergo active assailant training in a realistic environment, as their preparedness can significantly reduce casualties and protect students and staff during such critical incidents, an LCSO spokesperson explained. Demonstrating our teamwork in safety, representatives from Lake County Schools and the Florida Department of Education will also be in attendance at the upcoming training.
All of your class requests have been processed. Your schedules are now available to be seen. The Google form linked below can help address the following concerns: missing class period(s), duplicated course(s), or assignment of a course already taken. Please be mindful of what you need for graduation requirements, any classes that you may have not passed with a 70% or better, or classes specific to your program (AICE, AP, HSCA, etc.).
Please utilize the Google sheet to communicate the specified schedule concerns. Remember to fill out every portion of the Google sheet and only complete once. We prioritize responses by date of completion and any duplicate responses result in removal.
Our counselors will be working diligently to ensure every student has what they need and they will email you at the provided email address once any changes have been made. Remember our counselors will cross reference your graduation requirements first before making a change. If they cannot make the change you have requested, they will email you. Please follow your regular schedule until the counselor has notified you that your request has resulted in a change of schedule.
The first week of school priority will be students who are missing a period or have duplicates. Only those students will come to the café during the period of the conflict. All other changes will be worked through as quickly as possible and you will be emailed.
Thank you for helping us help you! We look forward to a great year Hawks!
Schedule Change Request Link: Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf59Lw2PDeUEpW35ECzikKPogPLRgp45f43fLMBN2OwjLB-xw/viewform
Class schedules are ready Hawks!
All of your class requests have been processed. Your schedules are now available to be seen. The Google form linked below can help address the following concerns: missing class period(s), duplicated course(s), or assignment of a course already taken. Please be mindful of what you need for graduation requirements, any classes that you may have not passed with a 70% or better, or classes specific to your program (AICE, AP, HSCA, etc.).
Please utilize the Google sheet to communicate the specified schedule concerns. Remember to fill out every portion of the Google sheet and only complete once. We prioritize responses by date of completion and any duplicate responses result in removal.
Our counselors will be working diligently to ensure every student has what they need and they will email you at the provided email address once any changes have been made. Remember our counselors will cross reference your graduation requirements first before making a change. If they cannot make the change you have requested, they will email you. Please follow your regular schedule until the counselor has notified you that your request has resulted in a change of schedule.
The first week of school priority will be students who are missing a period or have duplicates. Only those students will come to the café during the period of the conflict. All other changes will be worked through as quickly as possible and you will be emailed.
Thank you for helping us help you! We look forward to a great year Hawks!
Schedule Change Request Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf59Lw2PDeUEpW35ECzikKPogPLRgp45f43fLMBN2OwjLB-xw/viewform?usp=preview
Grab your friends and family and come to the Clermont Florida Blue Center, 2601 S. Highway 27 in Clermont, on Saturday, August 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for FREE backpacks (limit 3 per household) and school supply giveaways, fun activities for the kids, and resources to help students start the school year strong. Plus, enjoy healthy refreshments as you kick off the start of the upcoming school year and learn about local community organizations in the area. Everyone is welcome! You do not need to be a Florida Blue member to participate, and there is no cost to attend. Learn more and RSVP at https://appointments.floridablue.com/fbevents/s/event-details?eventId=a2Wan000000c89REAQ
Are you ready for some football? Join Lake County Schools employees, students, friends, and families in Gainesville as the Florida Gators take on the Long Island Sharks on Saturday, August 30. A portion of every ticket sold will be donated back to the Education Foundation of Lake County to support Lake County Schools! Get your tickets at https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty60
Seniors and Parents of Seniors,
As we approach the start of a new school year, I wanted to introduce myself. I am the Senior Class Sponsor at LMHS, and will be your go-to person for anything senior related this year.
The best, and most accurate way to stay up-to-date with any information is to have your student join the Senior Class Google page and then invite their parents as a “guardian”. This will allow parents to access the information on the page.
The Google Class code for this page is womzbzn.
I look forward to working with you all as we navigate this momentous year.
Please also feel free to contact me anytime at katzb@lake.k12.fl.us.
Brian Katz, M.Ed
Lake Minneola High School
Social Studies Department Chairperson
Senior Class Sponsor
AP United States History Teacher
E-mail: katzb@lake.k12.fl.us
Phone: 352-394-9600 ext 5239
We would like to welcome all parents to join us at 11 AM in the cafeteria to purchase HAWK merchandise, pay class dues and view the clubs and sports that we have available on campus.
Join us! July 31, 8 - 9 a.m.
RSVP Today for FREE Breakfast! FREE Giveaways! GREAT Resources!
Before the Pep Rally for Public Education in Clermont, the Education Foundation of Lake County is hosting BREAKFAST & BACK-TO-SCHOOL! This reading literacy workshop will get parents & families ready to support their students this academic year!
Use the QR code to RSVP or this link: https://forms.gle/HhGTybRkcDBiMZsH8
https://forms.gle/XE5EBcsMfjWpQtMx7
Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LckBjnSr9G6gl0A5m7btY8hQJifl9CCws8Uc8ghZ8-k/edit?tab=t.0
Link: https://forms.gle/sqmvLeWqVFonUa5Q7
