Welcome to Lake Minneola High School

Welcome to Lake Minneola High SchoolHome of the Hawks!

Administration TeamPrincipal Linda ShepherdAssistant PrincipalsMarg EicherJohnathan OwensDevon ColeLinda EvansGuidanceGina PaulJill FornolesDoris Green

Hawks Honor CodeHawks are:HonorableAcademically FocusedWiseKind HeartedSuccessful

LMHS Vision StatementLake Minneola is a student-centered school working together to create a foundation of positive relationships and technological expertise that will result in high academic performance and real world success.

Are YOU ready for LMHS?Our mission is to have YOU graduate from high school ready for college, technical school, or meaningful employment.

Are you ready for the challenge of high school? Tools for Success at LMHSCome to school every day prepared to give 100% effortFollow all school expectations for dress code, behavior, and participation in classSelect classes that challenge you to achieve your dreams

Make the pictures swap out as titles change6Get Involved!Get involved in school activities such as sports, clubs, academic, and service organizations

What makes a typical day?Block Scheduling4 classes per day90 minutes longOne semester (August to January or January to June) is equal to one full term / one full creditAdvisory (homeroom) once per weekEarly bird bell scheduleFirst bell at 7:20Last bell at 2:30

How important is it to earn credits? It is ESSENTIAL to success!Credits determine what grade you are inCredits determine whether or not you may progress to the next level of classesCredits determine if you may take dual enrollment classes at LSCCCredits determine whether or not you will graduateHow important is my GPA?Your Grade Point Average (GPA) is the second half of graduationYou must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA to graduateEvery class you take counts including HS credits taken in middle schoolEvery D (1 point) or F (0 points) reduces your GPA and hurts your chance for a successful graduationHonors and AP classes count more than regular! Review your Grade Level Course RequirementsIncoming 9th graders must takeThe appropriate level of math (Algebra or higher)Earth Science or Earth Science HonorsEnglish 1 or English I HonorsHOPE (Health and PE combined)Fine, Performing, or Practical Arts class or CTEOther electives which MAY include Intensive ReadingReview Your Graduation RequirementsBy graduation, incoming 9th graders must have24 total credits4 English credits4 Math credits including Algebra and Geometry3 Science credits including Biology3 Social Studies credits including American and World History as well as Government and Economics1 PE credit (HOPE)More Graduation RequirementsPass 10th grade FCAT 2.0 ReadingPass End of Course exams for Algebra, Geometry, and BiologyHave a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or betterAt least ONE online course

Recommended, but not Required2 credits in Foreign LanguageMandarin Chinese 1 and 2Spanish 1 and 2French 1 and 2 (tentative)Advanced Placement (AP) or Honors classesCompletion of a Career / Technical Education Program (3 or 4 credits)Academic Electives such as Marine Science, Journalism, Political Science or Psychology

On line informationThe LMHS websitewww.lake.k12.fl.us/lmhGo to the Guidance Department

Florida Department of Educationwww.facts.orgGo to High School Students then Graduation Requirements

What is my focus now?Read the enrollment brochure carefully. Consider the type of classes that will take your education in the right direction for youComplete the registration form: Talk to your parents/guardians, teachers and guidance counselor about the courses that are best for youEnroll in the 9th grade classes that are required for ALL 9th graders (math, earth space, English and HOPE)Select other courses that meet your needs and interests

Registration FormsComplete the form with your parent/guardianHave your parent / guardian sign itReturn the form to your current guidance counselor ORBring the form to Parent Night at LMHS

Will I Get the Courses I Request?The master schedule in a high school is based on the requests of the students. Choose carefully!The Guidance Department makes every effort to place students in the classes they choose, but selections cannot be promised or guaranteed. All classes must meet minimum and maximum class sizes no classes too small or too big. I want YOU at Lake Minneola High School!

Questions? The Hawks are on the hill, where learning has no limits!!