Day 101 🎉
What a great day of celebrating on the Hill! 🏫
🦅 Drew and Logan are our Hawks of the Day for being truly upstanding Hawks! 🌟👏
🎓 We also celebrated Jeremiah for his acceptance to St. Thomas University — what an amazing accomplishment! 🥳📚
Way to go, Hawks! 🦅💙💛
#OneHawk
What a great day of celebrating on the Hill! 🏫
🦅 Drew and Logan are our Hawks of the Day for being truly upstanding Hawks! 🌟👏
🎓 We also celebrated Jeremiah for his acceptance to St. Thomas University — what an amazing accomplishment! 🥳📚
Way to go, Hawks! 🦅💙💛
#OneHawk
❤️ Scholarship Opportunity for LMHS Juniors & Seniors! ❤️
In honor of Heart Health Awareness Month, Hope for Heart Kids is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a Lake Minneola High School junior or senior who demonstrates a strong understanding of heart health and a passion for raising awareness about cardiovascular wellness. Students will submit an original essay focused on why heart health matters to their generation and how young people can take action in their communities. The scholarship will be paid directly to the winner’s school of choice. The submission deadline is February 28, 2026.
In honor of Heart Health Awareness Month, Hope for Heart Kids is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a Lake Minneola High School junior or senior who demonstrates a strong understanding of heart health and a passion for raising awareness about cardiovascular wellness. Students will submit an original essay focused on why heart health matters to their generation and how young people can take action in their communities. The scholarship will be paid directly to the winner’s school of choice. The submission deadline is February 28, 2026.
🎾 Interested in playing Hawks Tennis? 🎾
Join us for the Lake Minneola Hawks Tennis Interest Meeting on January 12, 2026 at 2:30 PM in the LMHS North Lounge. This meeting is open to all skill levels, including singles and doubles players. Come learn about the program, requirements, and next steps to get involved. Don’t forget—athletic clearance must be completed in Home Campus to participate.
Come out and learn! #OneHawk 🦅
Join us for the Lake Minneola Hawks Tennis Interest Meeting on January 12, 2026 at 2:30 PM in the LMHS North Lounge. This meeting is open to all skill levels, including singles and doubles players. Come learn about the program, requirements, and next steps to get involved. Don’t forget—athletic clearance must be completed in Home Campus to participate.
Come out and learn! #OneHawk 🦅
Day 100 – A big shoutout to our wonderful media specialist, Ms. Strickland! 📚
She welcomed our freshman Language Arts students to the media center, where she taught them about SORA, LCS’s online library for eBooks and audiobooks. There are so many great titles available for students to explore!
#OneHawk 🦅
She welcomed our freshman Language Arts students to the media center, where she taught them about SORA, LCS’s online library for eBooks and audiobooks. There are so many great titles available for students to explore!
#OneHawk 🦅
📚✨ Calling high school students ages 15–17!
Looking for a meaningful summer opportunity? Volunteer with the Orange County Regional History Center’s Adventures in History Summer Camp and earn up to 50 community service hours while working with kids, crafts, games, and museum exploration.
🗓 June 1 – August 7, 2026
📍 Downtown Orlando
Apply by April 17, 2026!
🔗 TheHistoryCenter.org
Looking for a meaningful summer opportunity? Volunteer with the Orange County Regional History Center’s Adventures in History Summer Camp and earn up to 50 community service hours while working with kids, crafts, games, and museum exploration.
🗓 June 1 – August 7, 2026
📍 Downtown Orlando
Apply by April 17, 2026!
🔗 TheHistoryCenter.org
Hawks- please see these opportunities!
Energy Scholarship:https://langd.org/Home/News/101
Energy Internship: https://langd.org/Home/News/102
Energy Scholarship:https://langd.org/Home/News/101
Energy Internship: https://langd.org/Home/News/102
Good Afternoon Seniors,
We hope you had a relaxing holiday and a happy new year.
As we begin the second semester, it is more important than ever to make sure you are following my weekly updates so that you do not miss any important information. So, below are your updates for the week,
Cap and Gown: Cap and Gown prices have now gone up to $85.71 plus taxes and shipping. As of Monday, 283 out of 562 of you have purchased. 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/3190249962/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/3190250002
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
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://docs.google.com/document/d/1-4peA-TrvAkQ4Ews6v2UA86TLmD2r8qPfgnYbSWB7SY/edit?tab=t.0
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
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.
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
We hope you had a relaxing holiday and a happy new year.
As we begin the second semester, it is more important than ever to make sure you are following my weekly updates so that you do not miss any important information. So, below are your updates for the week,
Cap and Gown: Cap and Gown prices have now gone up to $85.71 plus taxes and shipping. As of Monday, 283 out of 562 of you have purchased. 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/3190249962/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/3190250002
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
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://docs.google.com/document/d/1-4peA-TrvAkQ4Ews6v2UA86TLmD2r8qPfgnYbSWB7SY/edit?tab=t.0
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
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.
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
Hawks, please see this important information about Bright Futures scholarships! #OneHawl
💰 Scholarship Opportunity! 💰
Addition Financial is awarding $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors and master’s-level students through the Joseph A. Melbourne, Jr. Scholarship Program.
📅 Deadline: February 28, 2026
👉 Apply now at AdditionFi.com/Scholarship
Addition Financial is awarding $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors and master’s-level students through the Joseph A. Melbourne, Jr. Scholarship Program.
📅 Deadline: February 28, 2026
👉 Apply now at AdditionFi.com/Scholarship
🌟 Ready to lead? 🌟
RYLA is a 100% FREE leadership camp for motivated high school students looking to grow, challenge themselves, and stand out on college applications. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
🗓 March 4–8, 2026 | 📍 Umatilla, FL
🔗 Apply now—space is limited!
RYLA is a 100% FREE leadership camp for motivated high school students looking to grow, challenge themselves, and stand out on college applications. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
🗓 March 4–8, 2026 | 📍 Umatilla, FL
🔗 Apply now—space is limited!
Fellow Hawks,
Welcome to 2026! We hope you had an amazing break and are excited to welcome our students back on Tuesday, January 6th. Let’s make it a great week!
#OneHawk
Welcome to 2026! We hope you had an amazing break and are excited to welcome our students back on Tuesday, January 6th. Let’s make it a great week!
#OneHawk
Wishing all of our families and partners peace and prosperity in the new year! Classes resume on Tuesday, January 6. We will see you soon!
Hawks, wishing you a very Happy New Year and all the best in 2026! 🎉✨
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas filled with joy, love, and special moments! 🎄❤️
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 🦅💙
