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
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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/


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



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






Save the Date for Meet the Teacher

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.


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

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


