🌟 Attention UHS Juniors! 🌟
The Bezos Scholars Program application opens TODAY — and this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss!

This yearlong, no-cost leadership program is designed for passionate students ready to make a real difference in their community.

✨ What You’ll Get:
• An all-expenses-paid trip to Aspen, Colorado, including access to the Aspen Ideas Festival
• Workshops, mentorship, leadership training, and free college advising
• A supportive community of student leaders from across the U.S. and Africa
• $1,000 in funding to launch your own Community Change Project

✨ Who Can Apply:
• Current juniors at public schools serving communities facing economic barriers
• Students who’ve taken at least one advanced course (Honors, AP, IB, etc.)
• Students willing to commit 10–20 hours per month starting this May
• Applicants must nominate a school staff member to join the program alongside them
⏰ Deadline to apply: January 15, 2026
Start your application soon—this is a life-changing opportunity!

For info, flyers, and resources, visit the program’s website and learn more about last year’s Scholars. Let’s see a Bulldog become a Bezos Scholar! 🐾🌟
5 months ago, Umatilla High School
A promotional banner for the Bezos Scholars Program featuring the text “Become the Leaders We Need” in large white letters on a yellow background. On the right side, a group of diverse high school students smile outdoors with mountains and blue sky behind them. Several students wear navy blue hoodies with “BSP” printed on the front. At the bottom, smaller text reads “Bezos Scholars Program” and “Juniors can apply by January 15, 2026.”
What: FREE Thanksgiving Dinner
When: Thursday, November 27, 2025, 2pm to 4pm
Where: 250 Ferran Park Drive, Eustis, FL
Contact: Feed Your Soul Ministries (352) 931-7459
Details: The dinner is a hot buffet meal with smoked turkey and ham catered by Two Guys Smoking BBQ.
>>Owner John Hilt has provided service of Smoking the meats, delivering and carving for free for 7 years.
5 months ago, Umatilla High School
What:  FREE Thanksgiving Dinner When:  Thursday, November 27, 2025, 2pm to 4pm Where:  250 Ferran Park Drive, Eustis, FL Contact:  Feed Your Soul Ministries (352) 931-7459 Details:  The dinner is a hot buffet meal with smoked turkey and ham catered by Two Guys Smoking BBQ. >>Owner John Hilt has provided service of Smoking the meats, delivering and carving for free for 7 years.
👥 Thank You to Our Sponsors! 👥 A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for providing snacks, water, and prizes for our College and Career Expo! Your support ensures that Lake County students have a memorable and impactful experience. Let’s keep building a bright future for our community! The deadline to register is November 21. Students can register with their school’s guidance department! #ThankYouSponsors #CommunitySupport
5 months ago, LCS Communications
Female vendor smiling behind a table with a blue tablecloth that says SECO Energy, Energize Your Career.
🦃 Thanksgiving Help is Here! 🧡
Join Helping Hands Community Outreach for a Thanksgiving Giveaway on Saturday, November 22, 2025! If you or someone you know could use a little extra support this holiday season, stop by and pick up a free Thanksgiving meal box while supplies last.

📍 417 N. Grove Street, Eustis, FL
📅 November 22, 2025 9:00 am until 12 pm

No registration required — just come by and we’ll be happy to help. Please share so families in need don’t miss out! 🤝💛
5 months ago, Umatilla High School
“Flyer titled Thanksgiving Giveaway in Eustis with fall-themed graphics including pumpkins and autumn leaves. The flyer announces a free Thanksgiving meal giveaway happening on November 22, 2025, in Eustis, Florida. It provides event details such as date, time, and location, and encourages families in need to attend.”
🎉 Win Prizes at the Expo! 🎉
Students, this year’s College and Career Expo has something extra special! Engage with exhibitors, learn about careers, and vote for your favorite displays to enter prize drawings! Don’t miss the chance to win some awesome gift cards while mapping out your future! 🌟This event is open to all high school juniors and seniors. Students can register with their school’s guidance department. Time is running out! #CareerExpoPrizes #WinBig #LakeCountyYouth
5 months ago, LCS Communications
Male student talking to two male vendors standing behind a table with a display board that says "Want a Career in Plumbing?"
ATTENTION High School Seniors--- We want to help you pay for college! For official rules visit: mynews13.com/projectweather
**Exclusively on Spectrum News13**
See Ms. Campbell for a printed application if you plan to apply for this scholarship.
5 months ago, Umatilla High School
Graphic for the Spectrum News 13 Project Weather Scholarship announcing a $1,000 award. The image features weather icons such as clouds, rain, and sunshine, along with graduation caps and pencils on a blue background. Text explains that one high school senior from each of nine Central Florida counties — Brevard, Flagler, Lake, Marion, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter, and Volusia — will receive $1,000 for excellence in science. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on January 13, 2026.
Know a high school junior passionate about history, civics, and leadership? SECO Energy is selecting 12 students to sponsor and represent the co-op at the 2026 Youth Tour in Tallahassee (Feb 4-5). Four will be chosen for the NRECA Youth Tour in D.C. (June 15-20). Transportation, meals, and hotel accommodations included. Applications are due 12/15: https://secoenergy.com/youth-tour-application/.
5 months ago, Umatilla High School

Join us for Building Resilient Kids Night on Dec. 1 as the Orlando Magic take on the Chicago Bulls! Buy through our special link to get early access to the Kia Center and see players warming up courtside — before the crowd arrives! It’s a night to celebrate resilience, teamwork, and supporting Lake County Schools students. Get tickets here: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lcsstudent2

5 months ago, LCS Communications
Image of man in Orlando Magic Uniform. Chicago Bulls vs Orlando Magic Monday, December 1st, at 7:30 p.m.
📅 Event Details: College and Career EXPO! 📅
📍 Location: Clermont Arts and Rec Center
📅 Date: December 11, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Whether you're exploring career options or scouting out colleges, there’s something for everyone!
This event is open to all high school juniors and seniors. Students can register with their school’s guidance department! #LakeCountyCareers #PathwaysToSuccess
5 months ago, LCS Communications
Female student speaking with a man in a Marine uniform in front of a table with a red Marines tablecloth topped with Marines posters, hats, T-shirts and other paraphernalia

Congratulations to senior sailor Payton VanBuskirk!
This past weekend, Payton VanBuskirk represented the Lake Eustis High School 420 Team at the Fort Pierce Regatta — and brought home a 1st place victory! Competing against a strong fleet of talented sailors from across the region, Payton demonstrated incredible skill, focus, and sportsmanship throughout the races.
The win marks a proud moment for both Payton and the Lake Eustis sailing community, reflecting the team’s hard work, dedication, and love for the sport.
Congratulations again to Payton VanBuskirk on this impressive achievement! We can’t wait to see what’s next for her and the Lake Eustis High School 420 Team as the season continues.

6 months ago, Umatilla High School
Two people stand on a sandy beach in front of palm trees, both smiling and giving thumbs-up gestures. They wear medals around their necks, suggesting a competition or award event. The ocean and a bright, partly cloudy sky are visible in the background.
Three people sit in a small white sailboat floating on calm, shallow water. The sky is blue with scattered clouds, and distant shoreline structures are visible on the horizon. The group appears relaxed and enjoying a sunny day on the water.
Experience NBA excitement for a cause! Join us on Monday, Dec. 1, at 7:30 p.m. for LCS Building Resilient Kids Night as the Orlando Magic take on the Chicago Bulls at the Kia Center! When you purchase tickets through our special link, you’ll get early access to the arena to watch NBA players warm up up-close — a one-of-a-kind experience for kids and families! Every ticket helps support programs that strengthen and uplift Lake County students. Get your tickets today: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Lcsstudent2
6 months ago, LCS Communications
Image of man in Orlando Magic Uniform. Chicago Bulls vs Orlando Magic Monday, December 1st, at 7:30 p.m.
🚨 Attention Senior Parents! 🚨

Time is running out to celebrate your senior’s journey in the 2026 edition of the Bulldog Tales Yearbook! 🧡🐾 Senior Memory Pages are selling fast — and once the space is gone, it’s gone for good!

📅 Deadline: January 24 (or sooner if we sell out!)
💻 Order & Design: YearbookForever.com
💰 Prices: $100–$250

Don’t miss your chance to honor your Bulldog’s memories, milestones, and moments before they graduate! 🎓✨

#UmatillaHigh #SeniorClass2026 #Yearbook #SeniorMemories
6 months ago, Umatilla High School
Flyer for Umatilla High School Senior Memory Pages. The text reads: “Umatilla High School Senior Memory Pages. Make your senior’s year with a Senior Memory Page in the yearbook! YearbookForever.com. Deadline is January 24, 2026, but don’t wait! Space is limited.” The design features bold blue, orange, and yellow geometric shapes and a circular photo of smiling high school students standing together in a hallway.
Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong autoimmune condition causing the destruction of the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. This means the body can’t control blood sugar (glucose) on its own. Without management of high blood glucose levels, over time it can lead to serious and life-threatening health complications. Click here to learn about screening your child for this condition: https://www.floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/diabetes/_documents/diabetes-type1-parent-guide.pdf
6 months ago, LCS Communications
Image of smiling teen in background with wording that says, "What Parents Need to Know. Screening for Type I Diabetes. Florida Health."
🎓 Empowering Future Leaders 🎓 At the College and Career Expo, we’re all about helping Lake County students explore career opportunities right here in our community. Our goal? To grow a dynamic workforce and help young people stay local while building meaningful careers! Join us on December 11 to make a difference. This event is open to all high school juniors and seniors. Students can register with their school’s guidance department! #LocalCareers #EmpowerOurYouth
6 months ago, LCS Communications
Vendors behind table with a Lake Tech banner in the background talking with a student.

Let's congratulate our Raider Teams!

This past Saturday, November 1, 2025, our 3 Raider teams Competed against 14 other Army JROTC Programs from our Region. They competed in a 5k Run, a ½ mile Obstacle course, build and cross a One-Rope bridge, a one-mile casualty rescue simulation and 20-meter relay with 10-30 lb. kettle bells. All three teams did exceptionally well. Our Female team came out on top and won 1st Place is our region and qualified to represent Umatilla High School and Region 4 at the Florida State Raider Championship. The Finals are held at the Sandhill Boy Scout Reservation in Brooksville, FL on Novermber 15, 2025. Go Bulldogs!

6 months ago, Umatilla High School
Umatilla HIgh JROTC Cadets participate in events against 14 othre JROTC Programs from the the region.
Umatilla HIgh JROTC Cadets participate in events against 14 othre JROTC Programs from the the region.
Umatilla HIgh JROTC Cadets participate in events against 14 othre JROTC Programs from the the region.
A group of  Umatilla High School JROTC cadets in camouflage uniforms stand in formation on a grassy field under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. Two cadets in the front hold a black and orange unit flag, and a building labeled “Falcon Field” is visible in the background.
Umatilla HIgh JROTC Cadets participate in events against 14 othre JROTC Programs from the the region.
Umatilla HIgh JROTC Cadets participate in events against 14 othre JROTC Programs from the the region.
TONIGHT!
Join us for Chick-fil-A Spirit Night benefiting the Umatilla High School Band!
Chick-fil-A Mt. Dora
Tuesday, November 4th | 5 PM – 8 PM

All orders must be placed through the CFA One App using the code Umatilla so your purchase supports the band!

Let’s show our Bulldog Pride and pack the place!
#UHSBulldogBand #SpiritNight #EatMorChikin #UmatillaPride #GoBulldogs
6 months ago, Umatilla High School
Flyer for Chick-fil-A Mt. Dora Spirit Night supporting the Umatilla High School Band. It features the Chick-fil-A cow mascot wearing a sign that says “All in favor say moo.” The text reads: “Chick-fil-A Mt. Dora Spirit Night for Umatilla High School Band. November 4, 2025, 5 PM – 8 PM. All orders must be placed in the CFA One app using code: Umatilla.” The background has a gray and white cow-print pattern with a small red heart design.
🧡 Need a little help? We’re here for you.
If you or someone you know is in need of support, please take a look at the organizations listed below. Each one offers valuable resources to help local families with food, clothing, and other essentials.

No one in our community should have to face hard times alone — please share this post to help spread the word. 💫

#CommunitySupport #WeAreBulldogs #TogetherWeCan
6 months ago, Umatilla High School
List of organizations in Lake County to help families in need.
🚀 Countdown to Opportunity! 🚀 We’re thrilled to host the Lake County Schools College and Career Expo on December 11, 2025, at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center! Join us for an exciting day where Lake County students connect with local colleges, training programs, and employers to explore their future paths. 🌟 This event is open to all high school juniors and seniors. Students can register with their school’s guidance department! #LakeCountyExpo #StudentSuccess
6 months ago, LCS Communications
Overview mage of students and vendors and Career Expo2024
🎓 Attention UHS Juniors & Seniors! 🚍
Ready to explore your future? Join us for the College & Career Expo on December 11th at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center from 7:30–11:30 AM.

Connect with colleges, military reps, and local businesses in fields like:
🏗 Architecture & Construction
💼 Business & Finance
🏥 Health Science
🧑‍🏫 Education
🪖 Public Safety & Military
…and more!

✅ Transportation is provided
✅ It’s FREE!
✅ Spots are limited — Fill out the Expo Interest Form and return your field trip form to guidance by Friday, November 14th.
👉 Expo Interest Form

#UHSSeniors #UHSJuniors #CollegeAndCareerExpo #BulldogPride #FutureReady
6 months ago, Umatilla High School
Flyer for Umatilla High School students promoting the College & Career Expo on December 11 from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center, 3700 S Hwy 27, Clermont, FL. The event is free, with transportation provided. Students can connect with colleges, military, and local businesses in fields such as architecture, business, education, engineering, health science, and more. Juniors and seniors must fill out the online Expo Interest Form and return a field trip form to guidance by November 14.
🎓 Attention UHS Seniors!
It’s scholarship season! 💰 Don’t miss out on free money for college. Scholarship copies, links, and QR codes are available on the UHS website, the scholarship wall in guidance, senior class Facebook/Instagram, AVID Google Classroom, or from Ms. Campbell or your counselor.

📅 Upcoming deadlines:

The Hagan Scholarship: Due Dec. 1

Advent Health University “Racing to Excellence” Nursing Scholarship: Due Dec. 31

Apply early and make sure all scholarship sources are reputable!
#UHSSeniors #ScholarshipSeason #CollegeBound #BulldogPride
6 months ago, Umatilla High School
Flyer titled “Scholarship Application” for UHS Seniors. It includes information about where to find scholarship copies, links, and QR codes — on the UHS website, guidance scholarship wall, senior class social media, or from Ms. Campbell or a counselor. Listed scholarships include The Hagan Scholarship (due Dec. 1) and Advent Health University’s “Racing to Excellence” Nursing School Scholarship (due Dec. 31). A graduation cap rests on a stack of books with a button reading “Apply Now.” The flyer background is beige with black