Lake Minneola High

Create, design, and share with CTE Video Production & Digital Design in Lake County's public schools! Careers in video production and digital design let you turn your ideas into stories, graphics, and content that reach the world. From filming, editing, and animation to web design, social media content, and digital marketing, CTE students gain hands-on experience with the tools and technology professionals use every day.
This CTE Month, imagine bringing your creativity to life by producing a video, designing graphics, or creating digital experiences. With CTE, your skills can lead to high-demand careers in media, marketing, entertainment, and beyond. Florida's Future: Powered by Public Education.

Day 120: Meet Arin, our Hawk of the Day! 🦅 Arin is being recognized for his incredible outward kindness and for making everyone feel welcome. Way to go, Arin! 🌟👏 @OneHawk #HawkPride #KindnessMatters

🎉 FUN COMMUNITY HOURS OPPORTUNITY! 🎉

Looking for community service hours and a fun event? Join us as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Summit Greens! 🥳

📍 Where: Summit Greens Resident Association Clubhouse
📅 When: Saturday, February 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

🙌 Volunteer Tasks Include:
• Butler service of appetizers
• Replenishing food trays
• Basic clean-up

📧 Contact: Greg Williams
✉️ glwilliams@lelandmanagement.com
📞 342-242-0672 ext. 3

📝 Sign up by: Tuesday, February 10th (or until spots are filled!)
📄 Don’t forget: Bring your community service hours paperwork to receive credit.

✨ Great vibes, great people, and community hours—don’t miss out!

CTE courses don’t just keep up with the workforce—they lead the way! These programs are constantly evolving to match today’s job market, giving students hands-on, industry-aligned skills that employers are actively looking for. By working closely with local industry partners, CTE programs stay locked in on real career trends and real opportunities. And here’s the best part—many local employers are ready to hire CTE students straight out of high school, offering immediate pathways into competitive, in-demand careers.

Good Afternoon Seniors,

Below are your reminders/updates for the week.

Grad Bash: Seniors, you have 18 days left to purchase tickets for this one-of-a-kind event. Tickets can be purchased via SchoolCash (link below) or you can pay me in cash in room 1-290. Grad Bash will be on Saturday, April 18th. The price is $155, and Universal DOES NOT allow annual passes for this event. The last day to purchase is February 27th. Beginning March 2nd, students can pick up a permission form outside my door, or print a copy and return it. Permission forms will need to be signed and returned in order to attend.
https://lakecounty.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/6173/552/False/True

Cap and Gown: Please continue to order cap and gowns. Remember, cap and gown package INCLUDES the cap, gown, tassel, medallion, and LMHS stole. The website makes it a little misleading - you DO NOT have to purchase a separate tassel unless you want one. Please have your cap and gown ordered by March 20th. Orders will be shipped to the Jostens office, and then brought to LMHS and handed out in Mid-April
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/2378409/LAKE-MINNEOLA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/3190249962/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/3190250002

Graduation Tickets: As students and families begin planning for the graduation ceremony, we would like to share important information regarding graduation tickets. Each graduate will receive ten (10) complimentary tickets. A limited number of additional tickets will be available for purchase for $15 each through School Cash beginning March 17. In accordance with UCF policy, all guests over the age of two (2) must have a ticket to attend. Tickets will be distributed to students during the mandatory graduation rehearsal on Wednesday, March 13th. Students who choose not to participate in the graduation ceremony will not receive their allotted tickets. Please note that the school is not responsible for, nor involved in, any ticket exchanges after distribution. Any arrangements made between families or students regarding tickets are handled solely between the involved parties.

Senior Parent Meeting: 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. Parents will be able to pay any outstanding dues or fines, and a representative from Jostens will also be on hand taking cap and gown orders.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RXYxf0Baj-epFdbxTB9V8vl6E2P4EOy3t_7OSP2ue0U/edit?tab=t.0

Prom: Tickets are on sale for $100, but will raise to $120 on Friday, 2/13. 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

Senior Shirts: Orders are now closed. Shirts will be ordered and arrive within three weeks. Please check back with information for picking up your shirt.

Class Dues: Senior 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://lcsb.schoolcashonline.com/

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

Congratulations to all students who participated in the Daughters of the American Revolution's Scholarship Ceremony in Clermont on Friday, Feb. 6. All winners receive a certificate, pin or medal, and a cash scholarship. The Outstanding American History Student award went to Emily Aldridge-Legg of Lincoln Park Education Center, Anabel Marie Singh of East Ridge High School, Quinn Nicholson of South Lake High School, and Kaiden Rausch of Lake Virtual School. These students were selected by their school's Social Science Department for high achievement in American History. The Good Citizen Award went to Lukas William-Hill of South Lake High, Emily Due Edwards of Lake Minneola High, Caitlyn Diane Purdy of Lake Virtual, and Primrose Kiki-Charles of East Ridge High. This award celebrates young people who exhibit the qualities of good citizenship -- dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. They will go on to compete at the state and national level for additional honors and scholarships.

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Teen Dating Violence is a pattern of emotional, verbal, sexual, or physical abuse used by one person in a current or past dating relationship to exert power and control over another when one or both of the partners is a teenager. Abuse may include insults, coercion, social sabotage, sexual harassment, stalking, threats and/or acts of physical or sexual abuse. This month, we are bringing awareness to this issue, educating students about it, and helping them understand how to prevent it. Wednesday, Feb. 11, is Wear Orange Day. Wear your orange and show you support.

📅💚💛 Here is our Week at a Glance! 💛💚

Have a fantastic week, Hawks! 🦅💚💛

#OneHawk 💚💛

Day 119: Meet Hailey, our Hawk of the Day! 🦅🌟

Hailey was recognized for her kindness and the positive energy she brings to everyone around her. Her attitude and spirit are a perfect example of what makes Lake Minneola the place to be! 💛💙

Keep shining, Hailey! 👏😊
#OneHawk

Day 118: What an amazing day celebrating two of our incredible seniors, Emily & Jainish! 🎉👏

They were honored by the Daughters of the American Revolution for being outstanding students and exceptional citizens within our school community. We are so proud of all they have accomplished and can’t wait to see the great things they will do in the future!

Congratulations, Emily & Jainish! 🌟🎓

⚾💙 Looking for volunteer hours?

Come be a buddy with Miracle League Baseball every Saturday at 9:30 AM from Feb. 7 – April 11 (weather permitting)! Earn 3 volunteer hours each weekend while making a huge impact.

📍 Miracle Field at Lake Idamere Park (Tavares)
Bring a glove if you have one—no cleats!

Interested? Contact Heather at heatherthomas.ML@gmail.com!

💘 SGA Annual Heart Hunt is back! 💘

Get ready to search campus for hidden hearts on Friday, Feb. 13th! ❤️🔍

Find as many as you can and return them to Room 189 to earn a sweet treat and Class Cup points! 🏆🍬

Don’t miss out—happy hunting, Hawks! 🦅💗

Day 117: Please join us in celebrating our outstanding student-athletes on National Signing Day!
We are incredibly proud to recognize the following students who have officially signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at the next level:

Ashlyn LeViner – Georgia Southern University – Cross Country/Track

Molly Flynn – Georgia Southwestern State University – Cross Country/Track

Macy Carr – Lake-Sumter State College – Volleyball

Laila Ellis – Lake-Sumter State College – Volleyball

Alexa Fricker – Chowan University – Volleyball

Cecilia Peroni – Grove City College – Water Polo

Brandon Rupsingh – Spartanburg Methodist College – Baseball

Tristan Closson – Seminole State College – Baseball

Adam (AJ) Acosta – Daytona Beach Christian University – Baseball

Congratulations to each of these student-athletes and their families! Your dedication, hard work, and perseverance have truly paid off, and we cannot wait to see what you accomplish next!

Let’s celebrate Logan & Michael! 🎉🦅
They are our Hawks of the Day for being upstanding students and filling each day with positivity and kindness.

Way to go, Hawks! 💚💛
#OneHawk

Dream it. Build it. Own it with CTE Business programs at Lake County public schools! Did you know that careers in Entrepreneurship, Marketing, eCommerce, Finance, and Promotional Enterprise give you the skills to launch businesses, sell products, and reach customers all over the world? From creating marketing campaigns and managing online stores to designing promotions and growing your own business, CTE students learn real-world skills that make ideas profitable. This CTE Month, imagine turning your creativity into a career. Whether you dream of running your own business, leading a marketing team, or creating the next big online store, CTE Business programs at Lake County public schools give you the tools to build, promote, and succeed!

Families of students with disabilities are invited to attend one of two Transition Fairs at Lake-Sumter State College to learn more about independent living, job training, support services and more! Learn more: https://www.lssc.edu/sas/

Not sure what career path is right for you? No worries — CTE is the place to explore! Jump into your Xello tile in ClassLink to discover your interests, take career surveys, and explore careers you may have never considered.

Lake County Schools offers exciting CTE pathways in healthcare, information technology, agriculture, manufacturing, TV production, construction, culinary arts, and more—there’s something for everyone! This month is all about discovering your passions, building your future, and finding your path. Florida's Future: Powered by Public Schools.