Early voting is underway, and in Lake County, voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. Here, we are answering some of the most frequently asked questions about the referendum so voters can make an informed decision. Learn more at https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
3 days ago, LCS Communications
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This fall, Lake County voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. We have built in assurances that the money will be spent appropriately, including the establishment of an independent committee to oversee the spending. Learn more: https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
11 days ago, LCS Communications
Blue and white background with yellow border. Text reads: "Did you know?" Below, information about the referendum spending of Lake County Schools.

Over the last eight years, Lake County voters have provided for school safety and student mental health. You have made a tremendous impact in the lives of our students, and we are grateful. That funding expires soon. In this video, Superintendent Kornegay explains the referendum on the November ballot that addresses funding for the next four years and directs you to website for more details to help you make an informed decision at the polls. Watch here: https://youtu.be/2osgKf9x6Ko

15 days ago, LCS Communications
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This fall, Lake County voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. We are sharing facts about the referendum to help voters make an informed decision at the polls. Learn more at https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
17 days ago, LCS Communications
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This fall, Lake County voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. We are sharing facts about the referendum to help voters make an informed decision at the polls. Learn more at https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
25 days ago, LCS Communications
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This fall, Lake County voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. We are sharing facts about the referendum to help voters make an informed decision at the polls. Got questions? Email us at LCSCommunications@lake.k12.fl.us Learn more at: https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing
about 1 month ago, LCS Communications
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This fall, Lake County voters are being asked to consider a 1-mill property tax to support school safety, student mental health, and teacher pay. We are sharing facts about the referendum to help voters make an informed decision at the polls. Learn more: https://sites.google.com/lake.k12.fl.us/school-safety-referendum?usp=sharing

about 1 month ago, LCS Communications
A blue and yellow banner reads "Did You Know?" with text about school safety funding and a referendum in 2026.
Enjoy the long weekend, and we will see you on Tuesday!
about 2 months ago, LCS Communications
An announcement reads: "Schools and offices will be closed on Monday for Labor Day." Three stars in various colors adorn the graphic.
The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite all K-12 Florida students to participate in the 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month contests. Six essay winners will be awarded a 2-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by Florida Prepaid College Plans. Learn more: https://www.floridahispanicheritage.com/
about 2 months ago, LCS Communications
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Second Harvest distributes free food and grocery products to adults, families and seniors at locations across seven counties. Please call before visiting to make sure the hours and location have not changed.
2 months ago, Megan Shipe
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Please remember that Wednesdays are early release days for Lake County Schools!
2 months ago, LCS Communications
Children wearing backpacks walk together through a brick hallway, with a yellow sign reading "Don't Forget!" and "Wednesday Early Release."
Welcome back to Groveland Elementary! 🐾 We are so excited to begin the 2026–2027 school year with our scholars and families. We hope everyone had a wonderful summer and is ready for a year filled with learning, growth, new opportunities, and plenty of Panther PRIDE! This year, we are continuing to build our foundation—one block at a time with the belief that ALL MEANS ALL! Every scholar matters, every school day matters, and every family is an important part of our Panther community. Attached is our Welcome Back Newsletter with important information to help kick off the year. Each grade level will soon begin including weekly newsletters to keep families connected to classroom learning, upcoming events, important reminders, and ways you can support your scholar at home. We are looking forward to partnering with you throughout the year as we help every Panther grow, lead, and thrive. Thank you for trusting us with your scholars and for being such an important part of our school community. Here’s to an AMAZING year! 💙💛 https://canva.link/pgbernlvapkqnvo Be Here. Be Ready. Be Your Best! ALL MEANS ALL! 🐾 GO PANTHERS! 🐾
3 months ago, Megan Shipe
Join the Rays at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg on Sept. 12 as they take on the Houston Astros for Lake County Schools Suicide Prevention Night. Your ticket includes a Rays mental health awareness T-shirt. Purchase using the QR code or the following link by September 10: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lakecounty550
3 months ago, LCS Communications
Lake County Schools Rays Suicide Awareness Night, Sept. 12. Attendees receive a Tampa Bay Rays "It's Okay to Ask for Help" Shirt. By purchasing through the QR Code you will be supporting Lake County Schools. Image of player in Rays uniform. QR Code. Dark blue background.
Students can receive a **free ticket** with each paid adult admission to the Coke Zero Sugar 400! Scan the QR code or visit the link to claim this offer before **Friday, August 21, 2026**! https://www.gofevo.com/event/DIS26Back2SchoolLakeCountySchools
3 months ago, LCS Communications
Advertisement for Daytona International Speedway's Back to School Student Offer. Includes a QR code and ordering instructions.
Curious about uniforms and dress code for the 2026-2027 school year? Not much has changed; however, students can now wear solid colored t-shirts in addition to polos!
3 months ago, Megan Shipe
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Join Lake County Schools as a School Safety Guardian. Make a difference and help keep our students safe! Apply at https://www.lake.k12.fl.us/page/employment . Click "current job openings" and then type "Guardian" in the "Search Jobs" box.

3 months ago, LCS Communications
Make a difference. Help Keep Our Students Safe. Join Lake County Schools as a School Safety Guardian. Serve and support your local school district. All FDLE Certified and 144-hour Guardian Trained welcome. Full and Part-Time positions available. Apply at lake.k12.fl.us/page/employment. Questions? Contact us at safetyandsecurity@lake.k12.fl.us or 352-253-6675
Have you registered for the Lake County Schools Trades & Transportation Hiring Event? It's not too late! We are looking for plumbers, electricians, bus drivers, mechanics, grounds workers, and technicians. Join us from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Wednesday, June 17, at East Ridge Middle School, 13201 Excalibur Road, in Clermont. We will help you learn about the many job opportunities that are available in our schools. Bring your resume and come prepared because our hiring managers will conduct interviews on-site! Register today at https://app.brazenconnect.com/a/lcs/e/62bgYCr
4 months ago, LCS Communications
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Come and join us! Be a part of the Lake County Schools Vendor Networking Fair at 9 a.m. Thursday, June 11, and learn how to do business with LCS. Local businesses are welcome. We look forward to seeing you at Tavares High School for this engaging event! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfogRhXS4qZeKZQjUT7aU7LZSxkmaNFnMzQ1s9TxQmdCcPjpQ/viewform

5 months ago, LCS Communications
Vendor Networking. How to do business with Lake COunty School District. For local small, minority, and veteran owned businesses. Facilities/growth planning, maintenance, grounds, transportation, warehouse, procurement services. Thursday, June 11, 2026, 9 a.m. to noon, Tavares High School Gymnasium, 603 N. New Hampshire Ave. To attend register here: Come and join us! Be a part of Vendor Networking Fair and learn how to do business with LCS. Local businesses are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfogRhXS4qZeKZQjUT7aU7LZSxkmaNFnMzQ1s9TxQmdCcPjpQ/viewform Image includes several business logos and the LCS logo.

Come and join us! Be a part of the Lake County Schools Vendor Networking Fair at 9 a.m. Thursday, June 11, and learn how to do business with LCS. Local businesses are welcome. We look forward to seeing you at Tavares High School for this engaging event! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfogRhXS4qZeKZQjUT7aU7LZSxkmaNFnMzQ1s9TxQmdCcPjpQ/viewform

5 months ago, LCS Communications
Vendor Networking. How to do business with Lake COunty School District. For local small, minority, and veteran owned businesses. Facilities/growth planning, maintenance, grounds, transportation, warehouse, procurement services. Thursday, June 11, 2026, 9 a.m. to noon, Tavares High School Gymnasium, 603 N. New Hampshire Ave. To attend register here: Come and join us! Be a part of Vendor Networking Fair and learn how to do business with LCS. Local businesses are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfogRhXS4qZeKZQjUT7aU7LZSxkmaNFnMzQ1s9TxQmdCcPjpQ/viewform Image includes several business logos and the LCS logo.
Please remember our early dismissal schedule this week. All Lake County schools will follow a Wednesday dismissal schedule on Wednesday, May 27; Thursday, May 28; and Friday, May 29, which is the last day of school. Mark your calendars, plan accordingly, and prepare for a great summer break!
5 months ago, LCS Communications
Illustration shows a starfish, beach bag with a pineapple and sunglasses sticking out, a red and white life preserver, and the LCS logo around the border with a "Don't forget" memo at the top. Wording says, " Early Dismissal: Wednesday, May 27, Thursday, May 28, Friday, May 29. Follow Wednesday Dismissal times all three days. Last day of classes is Friday, May 29. Have a great summer break!"