February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. In Florida, school districts are required to adopt and implement a policy prohibiting dating violence and abuse by any student on school property, during a school-sponsored activity, or during school-sponsored transportation. In Lake, we are encouraging middle and high schools this month to use lessons and activities to educate students about what dating violence is and how to prevent it. Wednesday, Feb. 11, is Wear Orange Day. The color orange is used to create and spread awareness about teen dating violence. Wear your orange and show your support.

23 days ago, LCS Communications
Girl with black eye holding out a hand with the word "Stop!" printed on her palm. An orange ribbon is in the bottom right corner.
🥶 Cold Weather Shelter Open in Lake County – February 2

With cold temperatures expected, Lake County is opening an overnight cold weather shelter and providing FREE transportation for those who need a warm, safe place to stay.

🚌 Free Rides to the Shelter
Residents can ride LakeXpress buses for free by telling the driver they are going to the cold weather shelter. Shuttle pickups will run from multiple locations across the county.

📞 Need a ride but can’t reach a bus stop?
Call Lake County Connection at (352) 742-2612 before 2 PM to arrange transportation.

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📍 Shelter Location:
Lake County Agriculture Center (Tavares area)

⏰ Morning Departure:
The shelter closes at 7:00 AM, and buses will be available to return residents to their regular shuttle stops.

📱 Stay Updated:
Text COLD to 888-777 to receive cold weather updates and resource information.
23 days ago, Umatilla High School
Flyer announcing a Cold Weather Overnight Shelter in Lake County for February 2, offering a warm, safe place to stay. It highlights free LakeXpress bus rides to the shelter, transportation help through Lake County Connection (352-742-2612 before 2 PM), the shelter location at the Lake County Agriculture Center in Tavares, 7:00 AM morning departure, and a text alert option by texting COLD to 888-777 for updates.

February is CTE Month! This week we start with a big idea: Career and Technical Education opens real career opportunities right here in Central Florida. Career & Technical Education (CTE) is more than a class—it’s your launchpad to the future! CTE is all about hands-on learning, real-world skills, and training for high-demand, high-wage careers that are shaping today’s workforce. From day one, you’re gaining experience that matters and skills employers are looking for right now. Review the Lake County Schools Career Guide at the link below and discover how CTE and other College and Career Readiness programs help students reach their goals. Florida's Future: Powered by Public Schools. https://online.fliphtml5.com/vvpnp/ciqu/

23 days ago, LCS Communications
Cover image of the Lake COunty Schools Career Guide. Logos for CTE Month, Florida's Future Powered by Public Schools, and Lake County Schools an A-Rated District
Over the past two days, Umatilla High School FFA members Drew Parkinson, Kate Tyree, Chloie Sebree, Lynzee Bowling, and Reese Garrison had the opportunity to experience the Florida Legislature firsthand. On Monday, January 26, 2026, members attended a legislative workshop hosted by Florida A&M University (FAMU), followed by a campus tour.
On Tuesday, January 27, 2026, FFA members from across the state gathered at the Florida Capitol for Florida Farm Bureau Day. The day began with a briefing breakfast hosted by Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson. Members then toured the Capitol, where Umatilla FFA met with State Representative Nan Cobb and discussed the importance of Lake County agriculture and agricultural education.
29 days ago, Umatilla High School
UHS FFA members spend two days on Tallahassee to experience legislature first hand.
UHS FFA members spend two days on Tallahassee to experience legislature first hand.
UHS FFA members spend two days on Tallahassee to experience legislature first hand.
UHS FFA members spend two days on Tallahassee to experience legislature first hand.
UHS FFA members spend two days on Tallahassee to experience legislature first hand.
UHS FFA members spend two days on Tallahassee to experience legislature first hand.
UHS FFA members spend two days on Tallahassee to experience legislature first hand.
Big news, seniors! 🎉 Two new scholarship opportunities just dropped!

The MLK “Achieve the Dream” Scholarship and the Nick Faryna Memorial Scholarship are now available. If you’re planning for life after graduation, this is money you do not want to leave on the table.

📍 Grab an application from the scholarship wall
💻 Check UHS Senior Facebook, Google Classroom, or AVID Classroom
👩‍🏫 Or see Ms. Campbell for details

Deadlines sneak up fast — get started now and invest in your future! 🎓✨
30 days ago, Umatilla High School
Scholarship opportunities for UHS seniors.
🔧 Skilled Trades Scholarship Opportunity! 🔧
Triangle Diesel & Machine Shop is proud to support the next generation of hardworking professionals by offering a $1,000 Skilled Trades Scholarship to students pursuing vocational or trade-based careers.
If your future includes welding, mechanics, construction, technical certifications, or another hands-on trade, this scholarship is for YOU!
📌 Apply here: https://mountdoracommunitytrust.com/student-scholarships/
Don’t miss this chance to invest in your future and get support for your career path! 💪🎓
30 days ago, Umatilla High School
Graphic for the Eddy Timmons Memorial Scholarship Fund featuring an older man in a camouflage jacket and cap sitting outdoors beside a deer with antlers. Blue overlay text reads “Eddy Timmons Memorial Scholarship Fund” and “Skilled Trades and Vocational Careers.”
Attention Bulldogs!!

Herff Jones will be on campus Thursday January 29 during lunch for letterman jacket orders. If you are interested in ordering a jacket, please bring a $100 deposit and your letter to order. If you have any questions please contact Coach Brunson BrunsonD@lake.k12.fl.us
about 1 month ago, Umatilla High School
UHS sample letterman jacket
UHS sample letterman jacket
Thank you Lake Sumter State College for presenting information on your CDL and Lineman program along with all your other programs.
about 1 month ago, Umatilla High School
LSSC presents to students at Umatilla High School about thier Lineman and Commercial Truck Driving programs
LSSC presents to students at Umatilla High School about thier Lineman and Commercial Truck Driving programs.
At Lake County Schools, we are proud to offer students faster routes to college and career through dual enrollment, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Cambridge AICE, AVID, and many other programs. Ask about acceleration pathways at your child's school today and see how "Florida' s Future is Powered by Public Schools." #FADSS #Acceleration #LearningInLake
about 1 month ago, LCS Communications
Students in front of aviation screen. Wording says, "Florida's Future: Powered by Public Schools." Acceleration pathways. At Lake County Schools we offer students faster routes to college and career through dual enrollment, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Cambridge AICE, AVID and other programs. Ask about acceleration pathways at you child's school today.
Hey, Seniors!! Important information about a great opportunity!
about 1 month ago, Umatilla High School
information on LSSC
We are so proud to celebrate our seniors for their incredible achievements in the VFW competitions!

🏅 Local-Level 1st Place Winners:
• Brooklyn Cropp – VFW Mount Dora Post
• Emily Snow – VFW Salt Springs Post
• Kassandra (Kassie) Clow – VFW Ocala Post

🌟 District-Level Honors:
• Emily Snow – 🥈 2nd Place
• Kassandra Clow – 🥉 3rd Place

Way to represent with excellence, hard work, and dedication. Congratulations, Brooklyn, Emily, and Kassie—we couldn’t be prouder! 👏🎓
about 1 month ago, Umatilla High School
Two students pose with certificates alongside a veteran at a veterans hall.
A student poses with a veteran while holding a certificate at a decorated veterans hall.
⏰ Senior Parents — Deadline Reminder ⏰
Senior Memory Pages must be submitted by Saturday at 11:59 PM. No extensions will be given.
This is the final chance to recognize your senior with photos and messages in the yearbook. Please be sure your order is completed before the deadline.

Details:
💲Cost: $100–$250
💻Design and purchase at yearbookforever.com
❗Deadline: Saturday, 11:59 PM
about 1 month ago, Umatilla High School
Reminder that senior memory pages are due this Saturday.
The Bulldog Student Union will be open at 6:50 in the morning. Students who do not eat breakfast are encouraged to wait for the first bell inside the BSU due to forecasted low temperatures for the next several school days.
about 1 month ago, Umatilla High School
Students huddle outside of a window looking in.

🖤🧡🖤 Congratulations Bulldogs!!!🧡🖤🧡
Graduation rates for the Class of 2025 have been released and UHS has scored ANOTHER school best!
98% Graduation Rate for Class of 2025!! Shout out to our graduates, teachers and staff for their hard work and dedication to making Umatilla High the best school around! 🎖️

about 1 month ago, Umatilla High School
A group of Umatilla High School graduates in black caps and gowns with orange stoles celebrate by throwing their graduation caps into the air as orange and black confetti falls around them. A large bulldog mascot graphic appears on the right side of the image, representing the school’s Bulldog pride.
Congratulations to Karly Stewart on earning her AICE Diploma. Her hard work allowed her to earn this distinction in under two years.
about 1 month ago, Umatilla High School
Karley Stewart poses in front of the Umatilla High logo.
🎓 Seniors — Scholarship Help Is Coming to You! 💰

Mark your calendars! A representative from the Education Foundation of Lake County will be on campus to host an informational scholarship meeting covering 20+ available scholarships and offering guidance on the application process.

📅 Thursday, January 22
📍 Bulldog Student Union (BSU)
⏰ During Bulldog Time | 9:50–10:30 AM
💻 Bring your Chromebook

If you’re a senior planning for life after high school, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
about 2 months ago, Umatilla High School
Flyer announcing a scholarship meeting, displaying details about the event including the purpose of sharing scholarship information, application guidance, and important dates, presented in a clean, text-based layout on an orange background.
🎓 Scholarship Opportunity for Seniors & Graduate Students! 🎓

The Joseph A. Melbourne, Jr. Scholarship Program is now accepting applications!

✨ What’s available?
• 8 scholarships for graduating high school seniors
• 2 scholarships for students pursuing a master’s degree
• Each scholarship is worth $2,500

📅 Deadline: February 28, 2026
📬 Recipients notified: April 30, 2026

Apply online today at 👉 AdditionFi.com/Scholarship

Don’t miss this chance to invest in your future!
about 2 months ago, Umatilla High School
Illustration promoting the Joseph A. Melbourne, Jr. Scholarship Program by Addition Financial. The graphic features a smiling graduate holding a diploma in front of a campus building. Text highlights eight $2,500 scholarships for graduating high school seniors and two $2,500 scholarships for students pursuing a master’s degree. Applications close February 28, 2026, with recipients notified by April 30, 2026.
🎓 Rotary Scholarships Available for Graduating Seniors! 🎓

The Rotary Club of Lake County Golden Triangle is offering scholarships for graduating high school seniors in Eustis, Mount Dora, Tavares, and Umatilla.

✨ Special consideration is given to:

First-generation college students

AVID students

Under-resourced students

Scholarship areas include education, nursing, agriculture, finance, law enforcement, technical programs, and more.

🗓 Applications accepted January 1 – March 1
🔗 Apply online at mountdoracommunitytrust.com

Don’t miss this opportunity—please share with eligible students and families!
about 2 months ago, Umatilla High School
Flyer titled “Rotary Scholarships for Graduating High School Seniors” listing scholarship opportunities for students in Eustis, Mount Dora, Tavares, and Umatilla. The flyer highlights special preference for first-generation college, AVID, and under-resourced students, lists multiple Rotary scholarship funds and eligible fields of study, and provides application details with a deadline of March 1 and a website link to mountdoracommunitytrust.com.
UHS teachers are back and getting ready for another successful semester. Today's Professional Development is focusing on Positive Behavior Intervention and Support and Processing/Structuring Student Tasks. Together the teachers are developing instructional growth to improve student performance.
about 2 months ago, Umatilla High School
UHS teachers prepare for a strong second semester.
UHS teachers prepare for a strong second semester.
UHS teachers prepare for a strong second semester.
UHS teachers prepare for a strong second semester.
UHS teachers prepare for a strong second semester.
UHS teachers prepare for a strong second semester.
🎓 Seniors & Families!
Make your senior year unforgettable with a Senior Memory Page in the Umatilla High School yearbook!

Share photos, messages, and memories that celebrate your journey and will last a lifetime. 💙🧡

⏰ Deadline: January 24, 2026
⚠️ Space is limited—don’t wait!

👉 Get started today at yearbookforever.com
about 2 months ago, Umatilla High School
Graphic promoting Umatilla High School Senior Memory Pages. The design features bold blue and orange text reading “Senior Memory Pages,” a circular photo of a diverse group of smiling high school students in a hallway, and a call to action directing viewers to yearbookforever.com. The deadline of January 24, 2026 is listed, with a note that space is limited.