
Students will receive breakfast and lunch at no charge in the 2025-26 school year. Learn more here: https://www.lake.k12.fl.us/article/2330002


Incoming freshmen!! We hope to see you and your parents tomorrow at Freshman Orientation!! In the gym at 9 am.


If you hear loud noises and see lots of police officers and deputies at schools this week, don’t be alarmed! The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is conducting active assailant training for all School Resource Deputies, School Resource Officers, and Safe School Officers. The sessions will be held on Thursday, July 31, at East Ridge Middle School and on Friday, August 1, at Umatilla High School, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. The interactive training will include simulated gunfire and student actors to create real-life situations. Thank you to all involved for everything you do to keep our Lake County Schools campuses safe!


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


Key Food, Magic 107.7, Panamex, Western Union, and the Hispanic American Club of Lake County want to ensure that every student has a backpack for the upcoming school year. Visit Key Foods in Mount Dora tomorrow to pick one up. The event will take place from 12:00 until 4:00, but supplies are limited.


Seniors and their parents attended an information meeting about the upcoming school year at the Bulldog Student Union Tuesday night. Thank you to Mrs. Tyrrell and Mr. Stokes for the presentation and Student Government officers for assisting attendees. Information covered will be shared in the Class of '26 Google Classroom soon!





ATTENTION STUDENT DRIVERS!
Any student wishing to purchase a parking pass should stop by the school and pick up an application from the front office. Complete the packet and return it to Ms. Caruso along with copies of your valid driver's license, proof of vehicle insurance, and your valid vehicle registration. The parking pass is $45 and must be paid on the school's website. Beginning August 25th, no one may park on campus without a parking pass.
Seniors: Your deadline to submit a parking packet is August 8th. If you want to paint your spot, please see Mrs. Tyrrell with $25 for your painting pass. Painting will take place on Saturday, August 9th from 8 am until 2 pm. Students must provide their own painting supplies.
Underclass: Your deadline to submit a parking packet is August 22nd.
Any student wishing to purchase a parking pass should stop by the school and pick up an application from the front office. Complete the packet and return it to Ms. Caruso along with copies of your valid driver's license, proof of vehicle insurance, and your valid vehicle registration. The parking pass is $45 and must be paid on the school's website. Beginning August 25th, no one may park on campus without a parking pass.
Seniors: Your deadline to submit a parking packet is August 8th. If you want to paint your spot, please see Mrs. Tyrrell with $25 for your painting pass. Painting will take place on Saturday, August 9th from 8 am until 2 pm. Students must provide their own painting supplies.
Underclass: Your deadline to submit a parking packet is August 22nd.


Seniors, remember to schedule your SENIOR PORTRAITS before it's too late! Visit home.cady.com to book your appointment. A scheduling guide was included in the email sent to your parents on July 7th . If you have any questions, please email Mr. Stokes, StokesR@lake.k12.fl.us


It's almost time for the Bulldogs to head back to the classroom. Meet your student's teachers on Thursday, August 7th from 8:30 until 10:30 am.


Freshman Orientation is coming soon! Parents of Freshmen, please be sure to register to attend this event by clicking the link below. We look forward to meeting you and our newest Bulldogs on July 31st at 9 am.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbMUcdOHkADvvnBqvCWYKoUMaOC0N74hFy-fE9PUIbtzCjgw/viewform?usp=sf_link
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbMUcdOHkADvvnBqvCWYKoUMaOC0N74hFy-fE9PUIbtzCjgw/viewform?usp=sf_link


We are about a month away from the first day of school. Plan ahead and get your back-to-school and sports physicals completed free of charge in Eustis on Saturday, July 19. Register in advance and get more information at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpmLjUw5yXaDD1oYyQX6gZ8xGTRqyn8N1L1A5Wm8GXCbYcbg/viewform


Summer is training season! A school guardian training exercise will take place at Umatilla Middle School on Wednesday, June 25, from 4–7 p.m. You may notice an increased law enforcement presence on campus during this time, but don't worry! This is a planned training session to help ensure our schools remain safe and secure for all students and staff when they return in August.


Test retakes are being offered this summer to students who did not pass the Algebra I End of Course (EOC) exam or the Grade 10 FAST Reading exam, and to students who missed the Geometry, Biology, or U.S. History End of Course exams in the spring. Sign up using this link: https://forms.gle/MV8wbsHjWwGMcb8YA. The deadline to register is June 19. Tests will be given July 14-16 at the student’s zoned high school. Parents will receive specific dates and times on or before June 26.


REMINDER: Schools are closed tomorrow for Memorial Day. Then, students will follow the Wednesday early release schedule for Tuesday, May 27, Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29, which is the last day of classes!


🎓🐾 Umatilla High Class of 2025 — It’s Time to Celebrate! 🎉
Can’t make it in person? Join us LIVE for the Graduation Ceremony on
📅 May 23
🕖 7 PM
📍 Streaming on YouTube
🎥 Watch here ➡️ https://youtube.com/live/7luufw8nbwu?feature=share
📱 Scan the QR code to tune in and cheer on our amazing graduates from anywhere!
Let’s celebrate the Bulldog Class of 2025 in style! 🧡🖤
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Class of 2026 Senior Portraits
Book your appointment by July 1
We are pleased to announce our partnership with CADY for Senior Portraits. Thank you to those families who have already signed up for their photo session! Students who sign up by July 1 will be entered into a raffle to win a free Senior Session at their studio and a digital package!
Please review this information (chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://home.cady.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Senior-FAQs.pdf) for more details and instructions on how to book your appointment. Session prep information for students can be found here. https://home.cady.com/senior-session-prep/
Reserve your photo session today—time slots are filling up fast! https://store.cady.com/?utm_source=school&utm_medium=digital&utm_content=senior_sessions_booking_digitalkit&utm_campaign=senior_sessions_booking
#CADY


Please remember to mark your calendar and prepare for a schedule change in the last week of school! Schools will be closed on Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day. Then, students will follow the Wednesday early release schedule for Tuesday, May 27, Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29, which is the last day of classes!


Lake County Schools is seeking input from educators, students, and families to better understand how our K-12 English Language Arts (ELA) materials have impacted classroom practices and literacy development. Please complete a 15-minute survey to provide your feedback. The survey is open May 14-28. You may take the survey here: http://bit.ly/3F1xOdL


Mark your calendar and prepare for a schedule change during the last week of school! Schools and district offices will be closed on Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day.. Then, students will follow the Wednesday early release schedule for Tuesday, May 27; Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29, which is the last day of classes!


Mark your calendar for a schedule change in the last week of school! Schools will be closed on Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day. Then, students will follow the Wednesday early release schedule for Tuesday, May 27, Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29, which is the last day of classes!
