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Attention Lake-Sumter State College Dual Enrollment (DE) students: The DE bookstore will be open Monday, May 11, through Friday, May 15, for all Summer 2026 sessions. Below is a link to the form to request materials and an appointment to pick them up (NOTE: We are NOT open for morning appointment times on Monday, May 11).
Our bookstore is located at 509 S. Palm Ave. in Howey-in-the-Hills. If you have any questions, contact the Department of College and Career Readiness at 352-742-6987.
Request form: https://forms.gle/u8EbcRsBSvRGQY5t8
Our bookstore is located at 509 S. Palm Ave. in Howey-in-the-Hills. If you have any questions, contact the Department of College and Career Readiness at 352-742-6987.
Request form: https://forms.gle/u8EbcRsBSvRGQY5t8
The Bulldogs Student Union will be CLOSED April 20 through April 24. Please make sure that Chargers and Chromebooks come to school with your child each day as loaner equipment and tech support will be unavaiable next week.
Thank you, Lake Technical College, for welcoming 35 students and faculty from South Lake and Umatilla high schools for a first-ever field trip focused on manufacturing and engineering career pathways! The experience introduced our students—already enrolled in related high school coursework—to advanced training options available through Lake Technical College’s Advanced Manufacturing & Production Technology and CNC Production Specialist programs. months and is designed to build directly on the foundational skills students are developing in high school. We are excited about what the future holds for our students!
April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! Students and staff were asked to “Purple Up!” today, April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Did you purple up? If so, post your photo on your personal social media page with #LCSPurpleUp2026
The Umatilla High School JROTC Bulldog Battalion Drill Team led by Sergeant First Class Greg Smith, recently showcased their precision and discipline at the State Drill Meet on 11 April 2026 at Ridge Community High School in Davenport, FL. The cadets demonstrated exceptional teamwork, military bearing, and attention to detail, proving their dedication to excellence. Their hard work and countless hours of practice paid off as they conducted themselves through this meet. The cadet’s achievement goes to show their commitment, skills, leadership, and potential.
Hey class of 2025! If you still have your cap and gown from last year and would like to help out one of our Class of '26 graduates, please bring your cap and gown to the front office!
April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! The Month of the Military Family provides communities with an opportunity to honor and share gratitude for the service of military children. This year, we invite you to “Purple Up!” on April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Students and staff in schools across Florida are encouraged to participate in this celebration of the courage of military families and to honor their hard work.
The Florida FFA Association recently selected twelve students as candidates for state FFA office. Thirty FFA members from throughout the state took part in the 2026 State Officer Screening Process. These student members were challenged with an intense interview process, which included an individual interview, individual problem-solving activity, State Degree interview, agricultural knowledge Interview, and a conversational exercise. The 2026-2027 State FFA Officer Team will be announced during at the 98th Florida FFA State Convention and Expo.
Umatilla's very own Drew Parkinson was selected as a State officer candidate for Area III. This the first time Umatilla FFA has had a State officer candidate. Please wish Drew luck at the Florida FFA convention in June. Congratulations, Drew!
Umatilla's very own Drew Parkinson was selected as a State officer candidate for Area III. This the first time Umatilla FFA has had a State officer candidate. Please wish Drew luck at the Florida FFA convention in June. Congratulations, Drew!
📸 Seniors — Don’t Miss This!
Your Senior Panoramic Picture is happening tomorrow (Wednesday) at 12:30 PM in the football stadium!
This is your chance to be part of a lasting memory with the entire Class of 2026—make sure you’re there and ready, looking your best!
⏰ Time: 12:30 PM 📍 Location: Football Stadium
Don’t miss out on being included in this iconic senior tradition!
Your Senior Panoramic Picture is happening tomorrow (Wednesday) at 12:30 PM in the football stadium!
This is your chance to be part of a lasting memory with the entire Class of 2026—make sure you’re there and ready, looking your best!
⏰ Time: 12:30 PM 📍 Location: Football Stadium
Don’t miss out on being included in this iconic senior tradition!
On Thursday, April 2, 2026, Umatilla, FFA members competed at the Florida FFA ornamental horticulture District contest. Please congratulate Lynzee Bowling and Drew Parkinson for placing first in the consumer used category in advancing to the state finals at the University of Florida on April 23.
Other participants included: Artistic design- Chloie Sebree, Landscape-Reese Garrison, Marketing- Gracie Lively and Briley Lorentzen, and Production- Bo Street and Connor Savage
Other participants included: Artistic design- Chloie Sebree, Landscape-Reese Garrison, Marketing- Gracie Lively and Briley Lorentzen, and Production- Bo Street and Connor Savage
April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! The Month of the Military Family provides communities with an opportunity to honor and share gratitude for the service of military children. This year, we invite you to “Purple Up!” on April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Students and staff in schools across Florida are encouraged to participate in this celebration of the courage of military families and to honor their hard work.
On Saturday March 28, 2026 The Umatilla FFA horse evaluation team competed at the Florida FFA State Finals held at the University of Florida. Umatilla FFA finished 5th in the state. Please congratulate Drew Parkinson, Kate Tyree, Macyn Rotarius, and Megan Stephenson
Congratulations to (From left to right) Ben Solomon, Keegan Hobbs, Julianna Fox, Sylvia Cantarero, Amanda Weiler, Kassandra Clow, and Emily Snow for earning the Cambridge Scholar Award, and congratulations to K-Lynn Bays for earning the Cambridge Scholar Award with Merit.
Yearbooks are selling out quickly! We sold 20 books in the last 48 hours, leaving us with only 30 more to sell! Secure your copy today at YearbookForever.com. Once those books are sold out, that's it. We will offer a wait list, but no yearbooks will be guaranteed beyond the books ordered on the website.
Last Chance for the 2026 Bulldog Tales Yearbook!
Only 50 copies of this year’s Bulldog Tales yearbook remain. Once they are sold out, no additional books will be printed. If you want to make sure you have a copy of the 75th edition, now is the time to order. $85 Pre-order today at:Y earbookForever.com
Don’t miss your chance to own this year’s memories before they’re gone. 🐾
Only 50 copies of this year’s Bulldog Tales yearbook remain. Once they are sold out, no additional books will be printed. If you want to make sure you have a copy of the 75th edition, now is the time to order. $85 Pre-order today at:Y earbookForever.com
Don’t miss your chance to own this year’s memories before they’re gone. 🐾
🏌️ UHS Golf Ball Drop – Today! 🏌️
Attached below is the final list of names and numbers for today’s Golf Ball Drop. Please take a moment to check the spreadsheet to confirm your entries.
📋 Visit UHS.lake.k12.fl.us. Under Program and Instruction, select Athletics Info. The link is below Coach Harden's photo.
If you purchased golf balls and do not see your name listed, please contact the athlete you purchased from as soon as possible so we can get it corrected.
⛳ The drop will take place today around 1:30–2:00 PM at the Umatilla High School football field.
Attached below is the final list of names and numbers for today’s Golf Ball Drop. Please take a moment to check the spreadsheet to confirm your entries.
📋 Visit UHS.lake.k12.fl.us. Under Program and Instruction, select Athletics Info. The link is below Coach Harden's photo.
If you purchased golf balls and do not see your name listed, please contact the athlete you purchased from as soon as possible so we can get it corrected.
⛳ The drop will take place today around 1:30–2:00 PM at the Umatilla High School football field.
Umatilla High School students will have the opportunity to participate in Bizi, an interactive rewards program designed to increase motivation, recognize achievement, and introduce students to financial literacy skills. Through the Bizi platform, students earn BiziBucks that can be tracked in their online account and used to purchase items from the school store.
📍Students earn rewards through:
Attendance – being present and on time to class
Academics – earning strong grades (paid every two weeks)
Behavior – positive behavior in class
Bonuses – teacher recognition for positive actions
Students can access Bizi through Clever or ClassLink, and parents are encouraged to ask their students to share their progress.
Parents can also sign up for updates about their child’s Bizi account at app.bizimotivates.com/parent-signup or learn more at www.bizimotivates.com or scan the QR code.
📍Students earn rewards through:
Attendance – being present and on time to class
Academics – earning strong grades (paid every two weeks)
Behavior – positive behavior in class
Bonuses – teacher recognition for positive actions
Students can access Bizi through Clever or ClassLink, and parents are encouraged to ask their students to share their progress.
Parents can also sign up for updates about their child’s Bizi account at app.bizimotivates.com/parent-signup or learn more at www.bizimotivates.com or scan the QR code.
🚨 Last Chance Alert — Only 65 Yearbooks Left! 🚨
Time is running out to secure your copy of the 75th edition of The Bulldog Tales! Once these remaining books are gone, no additional yearbooks will be available.
📘 Price: $85
🛒 Order now: yearbookforever.com
Don’t miss out on the memories — reserve yours today before they sell out! 🐾🧡🖤
Time is running out to secure your copy of the 75th edition of The Bulldog Tales! Once these remaining books are gone, no additional yearbooks will be available.
📘 Price: $85
🛒 Order now: yearbookforever.com
Don’t miss out on the memories — reserve yours today before they sell out! 🐾🧡🖤
Seniors! Please don’t forget:
✨The Umatilla Fraternal Order of Eagles Scholarship is due to Ms. Campbell tomorrow, Tuesday, March 4 before dismissal.
Also, the following scholarship was released last Friday:
✨City of Umatilla--a TYPED application is due by drop off, postal mail, or email by NOON on April 20. (Link is on google classroom)
SCHOLARSHIP COPIES, LINKS AND QR CODES CAN BE LOCATED ON UHS WEBSITE & GOOGLE CLASSROOM, UHS FB PAGE, SCHOLARSHIP WALL IN GUIDANCE, AVID GOOGLE CLASSROOM, OR SEE MS. CAMPBELL FOR ASSISTANCE.
✨The Umatilla Fraternal Order of Eagles Scholarship is due to Ms. Campbell tomorrow, Tuesday, March 4 before dismissal.
Also, the following scholarship was released last Friday:
✨City of Umatilla--a TYPED application is due by drop off, postal mail, or email by NOON on April 20. (Link is on google classroom)
SCHOLARSHIP COPIES, LINKS AND QR CODES CAN BE LOCATED ON UHS WEBSITE & GOOGLE CLASSROOM, UHS FB PAGE, SCHOLARSHIP WALL IN GUIDANCE, AVID GOOGLE CLASSROOM, OR SEE MS. CAMPBELL FOR ASSISTANCE.