Good Morning Seniors,
As we wind down this last week before the holiday break, please remember the following;
Grad Bash: TICKETS ARE ON SALE!!!. You can pay via school cash (link below) or you can pay me in cash in room 1-290. Grad Bash will be on Saturday, April 18th. We will leave school at 3:00pm and the event ends at 2:00am. The price is $155, and Universal DOES NOT allow annual passes for this event. All students must ride the bus from school. The last day to purchase is February 27th.
https://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/6173/552/False/True
Prom: Tickets are on sale for $100. 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
Cap and Gown: The only requirement to walk is the "Cap and Gown Unit" for $65.71 + shipping and handling, but the price will go up after January 1st.. This package includes the cap, gown, medallion, stole, and tassel. Many of you have asked about a cutoff date, March 20th is the last date to order if you want to pick yours up at school when Jostens hands them out in April. You can order after that date, however, you may not get them until the night of graduation. Cap and Gown prices will go up after January 1st.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/2378409/LAKE-MINNEOLA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/2977087302/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/2977087373
Cap and Gown Photo Retakes: In case you were not aware, we changed vendors and redesigned the cap and gown at the end of last year. It took some time for Cady to get a sample of the new gown, and in the summer, some students took photos with the old design. If you would like to get those photos retaken, Cady will be on campus on 1/16 to do that. The sign up sheet for that is linked below. Please put "CAP AND GOWN ONLY" in the notes next to the sign up. Email McmillanK@lake.k12.fl.us with any questions.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EAFAB2AA2F9C34-61067084-class#/
Yearbook Deadlines: Check the link below for a document on all yearbook due dates and links. Any questions on yearbooks need to be referred McmillanK@lake.k12.fl.us.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a6UN6JG2ImqMRYNEP8YgG9lwY2yhKInivmV_kPfHWic/edit?tab=t.0
Senior Shirts: Your class officers have designed a special shirt for all seniors. This shirt will have the names of all of the graduates on the back. Shirts are on sale on SchoolCash until 1/31.
https://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-4peA-TrvAkQ4Ews6v2UA86TLmD2r8qPfgnYbSWB7SY/edit?tab=t.0
Class Dues: 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://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/
Senior Parent Meeting: While this meeting is still a ways off, our calendars fill up quickly, and I wanted to let everyone know well in advance. There will be a senior parent meeting on Wednesday, March 4th at 6pm in the LMHS auditorium. More information will be shared as we get closer.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RXYxf0Baj-epFdbxTB9V8vl6E2P4EOy3t_7OSP2ue0U/edit?tab=t.0
Have a wonderful holiday, and a happy new year.
Please continue to reach out with any questions, comments, or concerns,
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
As we wind down this last week before the holiday break, please remember the following;
Grad Bash: TICKETS ARE ON SALE!!!. You can pay via school cash (link below) or you can pay me in cash in room 1-290. Grad Bash will be on Saturday, April 18th. We will leave school at 3:00pm and the event ends at 2:00am. The price is $155, and Universal DOES NOT allow annual passes for this event. All students must ride the bus from school. The last day to purchase is February 27th.
https://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/6173/552/False/True
Prom: Tickets are on sale for $100. 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
Cap and Gown: The only requirement to walk is the "Cap and Gown Unit" for $65.71 + shipping and handling, but the price will go up after January 1st.. This package includes the cap, gown, medallion, stole, and tassel. Many of you have asked about a cutoff date, March 20th is the last date to order if you want to pick yours up at school when Jostens hands them out in April. You can order after that date, however, you may not get them until the night of graduation. Cap and Gown prices will go up after January 1st.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/2378409/LAKE-MINNEOLA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/2977087302/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/2977087373
Cap and Gown Photo Retakes: In case you were not aware, we changed vendors and redesigned the cap and gown at the end of last year. It took some time for Cady to get a sample of the new gown, and in the summer, some students took photos with the old design. If you would like to get those photos retaken, Cady will be on campus on 1/16 to do that. The sign up sheet for that is linked below. Please put "CAP AND GOWN ONLY" in the notes next to the sign up. Email McmillanK@lake.k12.fl.us with any questions.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EAFAB2AA2F9C34-61067084-class#/
Yearbook Deadlines: Check the link below for a document on all yearbook due dates and links. Any questions on yearbooks need to be referred McmillanK@lake.k12.fl.us.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a6UN6JG2ImqMRYNEP8YgG9lwY2yhKInivmV_kPfHWic/edit?tab=t.0
Senior Shirts: Your class officers have designed a special shirt for all seniors. This shirt will have the names of all of the graduates on the back. Shirts are on sale on SchoolCash until 1/31.
https://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-4peA-TrvAkQ4Ews6v2UA86TLmD2r8qPfgnYbSWB7SY/edit?tab=t.0
Class Dues: 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://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/
Senior Parent Meeting: While this meeting is still a ways off, our calendars fill up quickly, and I wanted to let everyone know well in advance. There will be a senior parent meeting on Wednesday, March 4th at 6pm in the LMHS auditorium. More information will be shared as we get closer.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RXYxf0Baj-epFdbxTB9V8vl6E2P4EOy3t_7OSP2ue0U/edit?tab=t.0
Have a wonderful holiday, and a happy new year.
Please continue to reach out with any questions, comments, or concerns,
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
Day 99: Our annual holiday tradition, Hawkidays, was a huge success! 🎄❄️ We had an amazing time celebrating together, and the snow fell all throughout the night—making it truly magical. #OneHawk
Day 100: An unforgettable afternoon with our Baby Hawks! ❄️🦅
Snow made a surprise appearance—what a perfect way to kick off the holiday season!
#OneHawk
Snow made a surprise appearance—what a perfect way to kick off the holiday season!
#OneHawk
Please click the following link for a message from the Florida Department of Education regarding Family Empowerment Scholarships. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R4_fTeRZ0Jk3eCOFcdvPxXMuyfisypx3/view?usp=sharing
Please click the following link for a message from the Florida Department of Education regarding Family Empowerment Scholarships: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R4_fTeRZ0Jk3eCOFcdvPxXMuyfisypx3/view?usp=sharing
Day 98 🎉🦅
We have a lot to celebrate at Lake Minneola!
🌟 Robert is our Hawk of the Day, nominated twice for his kindness and for always helping others!
🎓👏 Next, we celebrated Zoe for her 4 college acceptances to UCF, USF, FAU, and Virginia Military Institute — what an amazing accomplishment!
❄️☃️ Finally, we kicked off the day with a little snowfall surprise for our Hawks thanks to our Elf on the Shelf, Mr. Slusher!
#OneHawk 🦅💙
We have a lot to celebrate at Lake Minneola!
🌟 Robert is our Hawk of the Day, nominated twice for his kindness and for always helping others!
🎓👏 Next, we celebrated Zoe for her 4 college acceptances to UCF, USF, FAU, and Virginia Military Institute — what an amazing accomplishment!
❄️☃️ Finally, we kicked off the day with a little snowfall surprise for our Hawks thanks to our Elf on the Shelf, Mr. Slusher!
#OneHawk 🦅💙
Day 97 – This is Jainish! 🎉
Today was a huge day on the Hill because Jainish was accepted into the prestigious Stanford University and received a full-tuition scholarship! This incredible achievement is so well deserved, and we are beyond proud of him. Jainish’s hard work, dedication, and perseverance truly paid off.
Way to go, Jainish! The Hawks are cheering you on! 🦅
#OneHawk
Seniors will need to have all of their volunteer/work hours turned in to their assigned school counselor by Friday, May 8th. The mentioned will make certain that a student has their completed volunteer/work hours placed on their transcript for Bright Future Scholarship related purposes prior to staff leaving for the summer.
Day 96 – Our Hawks had an amazing week! 💚💛
During acceleration block, our fantastic media specialist, Ms. Strickland, led a fun and engaging Inferencing Gingerbread Man activity that had students thinking critically and creatively.
We also want to give a huge shoutout to our cheer team, who have earned their way to Nationals and will be competing at Disney in February! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication.
Go Hawks! 💚💛
#OneHawk
During acceleration block, our fantastic media specialist, Ms. Strickland, led a fun and engaging Inferencing Gingerbread Man activity that had students thinking critically and creatively.
We also want to give a huge shoutout to our cheer team, who have earned their way to Nationals and will be competing at Disney in February! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication.
Go Hawks! 💚💛
#OneHawk
Hawks — it’s the last week before break! 🎉
This is also the final week of Quarter 2, so let’s finish strong and show what it means to be a Hawk! 💚🦅
Wishing each of you a wonderful holiday season filled with rest, joy, and time with the people you love.
Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, Happy Kwanzaa, and we’ll see you in 2026! ✨
#OneHawk
This is also the final week of Quarter 2, so let’s finish strong and show what it means to be a Hawk! 💚🦅
Wishing each of you a wonderful holiday season filled with rest, joy, and time with the people you love.
Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, Happy Kwanzaa, and we’ll see you in 2026! ✨
#OneHawk
Day 95 – Meet Alaynah! 🌟
She is our Hawk of the Day for her kindness and the beautiful smile that brightens everyone’s day! Thank you for making LMHS a better place, Alaynah. 💚🦅
Congrats! 🎉
#OneHawk
She is our Hawk of the Day for her kindness and the beautiful smile that brightens everyone’s day! Thank you for making LMHS a better place, Alaynah. 💚🦅
Congrats! 🎉
#OneHawk
Day 94: Celebrating Carl — Our Hawk of the Day! 🦅✨
Today we honor Carl, an exceptional Hawk who continues to shine in every corner of our campus! We are proud to celebrate him for his outstanding academic performance, strong leadership, dedication as an amazing student-athlete, and the way he consistently serves as a positive role model for our school community.
Carl, we are incredibly proud of you — keep soaring high! 💚
#OneHawk #HawkPride #HawkOfTheDay
Today we honor Carl, an exceptional Hawk who continues to shine in every corner of our campus! We are proud to celebrate him for his outstanding academic performance, strong leadership, dedication as an amazing student-athlete, and the way he consistently serves as a positive role model for our school community.
Carl, we are incredibly proud of you — keep soaring high! 💚
#OneHawk #HawkPride #HawkOfTheDay
Hawkidays is Almost Here! 🎄✨
Don’t miss one of LMHS’s most cherished traditions! Join us as we celebrate the season, our students, and the spirit that makes the Hawk family so special.
You won’t want to miss it! 🦅💚
#OneHawk #Hawkidays #HawkPride
Don’t miss one of LMHS’s most cherished traditions! Join us as we celebrate the season, our students, and the spirit that makes the Hawk family so special.
You won’t want to miss it! 🦅💚
#OneHawk #Hawkidays #HawkPride
Celebrating Adeejah! 🎓✨
Join us in congratulating Adeejah on her incredible accomplishments! We are thrilled to celebrate her college acceptances to St. Leo University and Mississippi State University. Her hard work and determination continue to make the Hawk family proud.
Congratulations, Adeejah! Keep soaring! 🦅💚
#OneHawk #CollegeBound #HawkPride
Join us in congratulating Adeejah on her incredible accomplishments! We are thrilled to celebrate her college acceptances to St. Leo University and Mississippi State University. Her hard work and determination continue to make the Hawk family proud.
Congratulations, Adeejah! Keep soaring! 🦅💚
#OneHawk #CollegeBound #HawkPride
Day 93 — 🎉 A huge congratulations to our culinary teams who won big at the Daytona State College competition! 👩🍳🔥
🏆 Our management team brought home 1st place
🥈 Our edible centerpiece earned 2nd place
Way to go, Hawks, on this amazing accomplishment! 💚🖤
#OneHawk
🏆 Our management team brought home 1st place
🥈 Our edible centerpiece earned 2nd place
Way to go, Hawks, on this amazing accomplishment! 💚🖤
#OneHawk
Want to get involved, help your community, and earn service hours? 💎
Come to the GEMS Juniorette Club interest meeting on Dec 11 (5–8 PM) at Edge UMC in Groveland!
Snacks provided! 🍪
Come to the GEMS Juniorette Club interest meeting on Dec 11 (5–8 PM) at Edge UMC in Groveland!
Snacks provided! 🍪
Class of 2027:
🌟 High school students! Looking for a paid summer internship?
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District has opportunities in engineering, operations, GIS, PR, and more!
👉 Apply now: www.langd.org
Hawks:
💸 Need $2,500?
Apply for the No Sweat Scholarship—no GPA or essay required!
Deadline: Dec 31
👉 www.cirkledin.com/scholarships
💸 Need $2,500?
Apply for the No Sweat Scholarship—no GPA or essay required!
Deadline: Dec 31
👉 www.cirkledin.com/scholarships
Day 92 – This is how we get into the holiday spirit! 🎄✨
A HUGE shoutout to our incredible band and choir for delivering two phenomenal holiday concerts! 🎶🎺🎤
Our students were impeccable, and the festive vibes were felt by all! ❤️💚
#OneHawk 🦅
A HUGE shoutout to our incredible band and choir for delivering two phenomenal holiday concerts! 🎶🎺🎤
Our students were impeccable, and the festive vibes were felt by all! ❤️💚
#OneHawk 🦅
Good Morning Seniors,
Below are your updates/reminders for the week.
Grad Bash: TICKETS ARE ON SALE!!!. You can pay via school cash (link below) or you can pay me in cash in room 1-290. Grad Bash will be on Saturday, April 18th. We will leave school at 3:00pm and the event ends at 2:00am. The price is $155, and Universal DOES NOT allow annual passes for this event. All students must ride the bus from school. The last day to purchase is February 27th.
https://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/6173/552/False/True
Prom: Tickets are on sale for $100. 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
Cap and Gown: The only requirement to walk is the "Cap and Gown Unit" for $65.71 + shipping and handling. This package includes the cap, gown, medallion, stole, and tassel. Many of you have asked about a cutoff date, March 20th is the last date to order if you want to pick yours up at school when Jostens hands them out in April. You can order after that date, however, you may not get them until the night of graduation. Cap and Gown prices will go up after January 1st.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/2378409/LAKE-MINNEOLA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/2977087302/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/2977087373
Cap and Gown Photo Retakes: In case you were not aware, we changed vendors and redesigned the cap and gown at the end of last year. It took some time for Cady to get a sample of the new gown, and in the summer, some students took photos with the old design. If you would like to get those photos retaken, Cady will be on campus on 1/16 to do that. The sign up sheet for that is linked below. Please put "CAP AND GOWN ONLY" in the notes next to the sign up. Email McmillanK@lake.k12.fl.us with any questions.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EAFAB2AA2F9C34-61067084-class#/
Yearbook Deadlines: Check the link below for a document on all yearbook due dates and links. Any questions on yearbooks need to be referred McmillanK@lake.k12.fl.us.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a6UN6JG2ImqMRYNEP8YgG9lwY2yhKInivmV_kPfHWic/edit?tab=t.0
Class Dues: 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 students fines, and will need to be paid before receiving their diploma.
Senior Parent Meeting: While this meeting is still a ways off, our calendars fill up quickly, and I wanted to let everyone know well in advance. There will be a senior parent meeting on Wednesday, March 4th at 6pm in the LMHS auditorium. More information will be shared as we get closer.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RXYxf0Baj-epFdbxTB9V8vl6E2P4EOy3t_7OSP2ue0U/edit?tab=t.0
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 updates/reminders for the week.
Grad Bash: TICKETS ARE ON SALE!!!. You can pay via school cash (link below) or you can pay me in cash in room 1-290. Grad Bash will be on Saturday, April 18th. We will leave school at 3:00pm and the event ends at 2:00am. The price is $155, and Universal DOES NOT allow annual passes for this event. All students must ride the bus from school. The last day to purchase is February 27th.
https://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/6173/552/False/True
Prom: Tickets are on sale for $100. 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
Cap and Gown: The only requirement to walk is the "Cap and Gown Unit" for $65.71 + shipping and handling. This package includes the cap, gown, medallion, stole, and tassel. Many of you have asked about a cutoff date, March 20th is the last date to order if you want to pick yours up at school when Jostens hands them out in April. You can order after that date, however, you may not get them until the night of graduation. Cap and Gown prices will go up after January 1st.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/2378409/LAKE-MINNEOLA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/2977087302/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/2977087373
Cap and Gown Photo Retakes: In case you were not aware, we changed vendors and redesigned the cap and gown at the end of last year. It took some time for Cady to get a sample of the new gown, and in the summer, some students took photos with the old design. If you would like to get those photos retaken, Cady will be on campus on 1/16 to do that. The sign up sheet for that is linked below. Please put "CAP AND GOWN ONLY" in the notes next to the sign up. Email McmillanK@lake.k12.fl.us with any questions.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EAFAB2AA2F9C34-61067084-class#/
Yearbook Deadlines: Check the link below for a document on all yearbook due dates and links. Any questions on yearbooks need to be referred McmillanK@lake.k12.fl.us.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a6UN6JG2ImqMRYNEP8YgG9lwY2yhKInivmV_kPfHWic/edit?tab=t.0
Class Dues: 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 students fines, and will need to be paid before receiving their diploma.
Senior Parent Meeting: While this meeting is still a ways off, our calendars fill up quickly, and I wanted to let everyone know well in advance. There will be a senior parent meeting on Wednesday, March 4th at 6pm in the LMHS auditorium. More information will be shared as we get closer.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RXYxf0Baj-epFdbxTB9V8vl6E2P4EOy3t_7OSP2ue0U/edit?tab=t.0
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