FLYRA MS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS!
Huge congratulations to our middle school Cross Country team for an incredible performance yesterday morning at the FLYRA Middle School State Championship! Competing against the absolute best runners and schools from all across Florida, our athletes showed up with incredible heart, grit, and speed!
Girls Team: Placed 10th out of 30 schools statewide! Cracking the top 10 in Florida is a massive achievement!
Boys Team: Placed 15th out of 34 schools statewide, finishing strong in a hugely competitive field!
INDIVIDUAL SPOTLIGHT:
A massive shoutout to Falcon Mesa, who ran an extraordinary race to claim 12th place out of 323 runners in the boys division!
Special thanks to Coach Hendryx and Coach Dykstra for their incredible leadership, guidance, and dedication to our athletes all season long!
Huge congratulations to our middle school Cross Country team for an incredible performance yesterday morning at the FLYRA Middle School State Championship! Competing against the absolute best runners and schools from all across Florida, our athletes showed up with incredible heart, grit, and speed!
Girls Team: Placed 10th out of 30 schools statewide! Cracking the top 10 in Florida is a massive achievement!
Boys Team: Placed 15th out of 34 schools statewide, finishing strong in a hugely competitive field!
INDIVIDUAL SPOTLIGHT:
A massive shoutout to Falcon Mesa, who ran an extraordinary race to claim 12th place out of 323 runners in the boys division!
Special thanks to Coach Hendryx and Coach Dykstra for their incredible leadership, guidance, and dedication to our athletes all season long!
GOOD NEWS! The Application Deadline Has Been Extended!
There’s still time to take the next step toward a brighter future! The application deadline for the 2026–2027 Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program has been extended from October 31 to November 9! We’re giving families a little extra time to complete their applications and take advantage of this incredible opportunity for 8th and 9th grade students to earn a college scholarship, connect with a caring mentor, and receive support on their journey to success. Don’t miss this opportunity! Complete your application by November 9 and take the first step toward your future.
Apply today: https://www.takestockinchildren.org/student-application/
#TakeStockInChildren #ScholarshipOpportunity #StudentSuccess #LakeAndSumter #EducationMatters #DeadlineExtended
There’s still time to take the next step toward a brighter future! The application deadline for the 2026–2027 Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program has been extended from October 31 to November 9! We’re giving families a little extra time to complete their applications and take advantage of this incredible opportunity for 8th and 9th grade students to earn a college scholarship, connect with a caring mentor, and receive support on their journey to success. Don’t miss this opportunity! Complete your application by November 9 and take the first step toward your future.
Apply today: https://www.takestockinchildren.org/student-application/
#TakeStockInChildren #ScholarshipOpportunity #StudentSuccess #LakeAndSumter #EducationMatters #DeadlineExtended
⏳ Time is running out—Only 5 days left to apply!
The Take Stock in Children application for 8th and 9th grade students in Lake & Sumter counties closes on October 31, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to receive mentorship and a college tuition scholarship upon graduating from high school!
🎓 Eligible students:
• Current 8th & 9th graders at a public school
• Lake or Sumter County residents • Meets income guidelines
• 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Good attendance & behavior
🚨 Time is almost up—apply today!
👉 https://www.takestockinchildren.org/student-application/
📧 Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #CollegeReady #DeadlineApproaching
The Take Stock in Children application for 8th and 9th grade students in Lake & Sumter counties closes on October 31, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to receive mentorship and a college tuition scholarship upon graduating from high school!
🎓 Eligible students:
• Current 8th & 9th graders at a public school
• Lake or Sumter County residents • Meets income guidelines
• 2.5+ unweighted GPA
• Good attendance & behavior
🚨 Time is almost up—apply today!
👉 https://www.takestockinchildren.org/student-application/
📧 Questions? TSIC@lake.k12.fl.us
#TakeStockInChildren #LakeCountyFL #SumterCountyFL #CollegeReady #DeadlineApproaching
Tickets are on sale for a howling good time! Students can purchase tickets for our HOWL-o-ween dance with cash at school or using School Cash Online, now! Tickets will not be sold at the door. The dance is this Friday, October 30th from 6 - 7:30 PM. Costumes are allowed, but must comply with the LCS dress code and be appropriate for school.
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
🚨 WHMS Athletic Updates & Tryout Reminders! 🚨
Attention athletes and parents! Please review the important details below regarding upcoming tryouts, meetings, and athletic clearance deadlines:
- Athletic Clearance Packets
All students must have an approved athletic clearance to try out for any sport. Complete your athletic packet online at https://fhsaa.homecampus.com/login
STRICT CLEARANCE DEADLINE
Sunday Deadline: You MUST be cleared by 6:00 PM on Sunday night to try out on Monday morning.
Late Clearances: If you are not cleared by Sunday at 6:00 PM, you will not be cleared to try out Monday morning. Clearances will resume Monday afternoon for students to be cleared to try out starting Tuesday.
Get those clearance packets submitted early so you don't miss out on Day 1!
Attention athletes and parents! Please review the important details below regarding upcoming tryouts, meetings, and athletic clearance deadlines:
- Athletic Clearance Packets
All students must have an approved athletic clearance to try out for any sport. Complete your athletic packet online at https://fhsaa.homecampus.com/login
STRICT CLEARANCE DEADLINE
Sunday Deadline: You MUST be cleared by 6:00 PM on Sunday night to try out on Monday morning.
Late Clearances: If you are not cleared by Sunday at 6:00 PM, you will not be cleared to try out Monday morning. Clearances will resume Monday afternoon for students to be cleared to try out starting Tuesday.
Get those clearance packets submitted early so you don't miss out on Day 1!
Do our wolves participate in hands-on learning? You "butter" believe it! Last week, our eighth grade US history classes stepped back into history to experience what it was like to have to make butter for themselves.
Yearbooks are now avaible for pre-orders! Get yours now for $40 until October 31, before the price goes up! This will be an digital interactive yearbook this year! New this year, submit school event pictures you have taken for a chance to be selected for the yearbook! Look for Yearbook Snap on the website.
Yearbooks, 8th grade ads, and more can be purchased at yearbookforever.com
Contact breedingk@lake.k12.fl.us or martinj1@lake.k12.fl.us for any questions or assistance!
Yearbooks, 8th grade ads, and more can be purchased at yearbookforever.com
Contact breedingk@lake.k12.fl.us or martinj1@lake.k12.fl.us for any questions or assistance!
⏰15 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! ⏰
There are only 2 weeks remaining to complete your application for Take Stock in Children of Lake & Sumter Counties!
Selected 8th and 9th graders receive: 🔹 A 2-Year Florida Public College Tuition Scholarship 🔹 A dedicated 1-on-1 volunteer mentor 🔹 College & career readiness coaching
📅 Final Deadline: October 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM
👉 Submit your application now: https://www.takestockinchildren.org/student-application/
There are only 2 weeks remaining to complete your application for Take Stock in Children of Lake & Sumter Counties!
Selected 8th and 9th graders receive: 🔹 A 2-Year Florida Public College Tuition Scholarship 🔹 A dedicated 1-on-1 volunteer mentor 🔹 College & career readiness coaching
📅 Final Deadline: October 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM
👉 Submit your application now: https://www.takestockinchildren.org/student-application/
Huge congratulations to our Cross Country team for taking 2nd PLACE at the County Championship meet—and officially QUALIFYING FOR STATE! Every single runner left it all on the course, fought through the finish line, and earned their spot at the highest level.
A massive shoutout to the dream team behind it all: Coach Hendryx and Coach Dykstra! Thank you both for the early morning practices, the strategy, and for guiding these athletes all the way to the state championships. We couldn’t have done it without your leadership!
$2 Hat Day is coming soon!
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
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
Time to get comfy! Tomorrow is the first Pajama Pant day of the year! Students who choose to wear PJ pants tomorrow can purchase a wristband for $5 in the courtyard before school. All other LCS Dress Code rules apply, which include no onsies or slippers.
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
📣 Attention Parents & Student-Athletes! 📣
Tryouts for Cheer and Boys & Girls Basketball are coming up soon! 🏀📣
⚠️ Important Reminder: All participating students must have a completed sports physical uploaded and fully cleared before trying out. Students will not be permitted to try out without prior clearance.
📄 Please see the attached flyers for exact tryout dates and times
#Athletics #Tryouts #Cheerleading #Basketball
Tryouts for Cheer and Boys & Girls Basketball are coming up soon! 🏀📣
⚠️ Important Reminder: All participating students must have a completed sports physical uploaded and fully cleared before trying out. Students will not be permitted to try out without prior clearance.
📄 Please see the attached flyers for exact tryout dates and times
#Athletics #Tryouts #Cheerleading #Basketball
We are so thankful for our AMAZING custodial team, and for their leader...meet Sonya! #Custodianappreciation
Our campus wouldn't be the same without these two, meet Amber and Todd! #Custodianappreciation
Two thumbs up for this guy, meet Jarred! #Custodianappreciation
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
