Health science students from South Lake High CNA and Allied Health programs took part in the annual Central Florida Mass Casualty Exercise at Advent Health Minneola Hospital and Orlando Health Blue Cedar Freestanding Emergency Room on Thursday, April 9th. Dubbed "Operation Skyfall," this was the largest medical surge exercise in the nation and involved every hospital in Brevard, Indian River, Lake, Martin, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, St. Lucie, and Volusia counties. Students and staff volunteered to play the role of victims in this vital exercise so that our local emergency rooms and hospitals can be better for an actual mass casualty event.
April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! The Month of the Military Family provides communities with an opportunity to honor and share gratitude for the service of military children. This year, we invite you to “Purple Up!” on April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Students and staff in schools across Florida are encouraged to participate in this celebration of the courage of military families and to honor their hard work.
Our Screaming Eagle Band Program participated in the Orange Blossom Jazz Festival on Friday, April 10, at the Apopka Amphitheater, performing alongside several other middle school and high school bands and the University of Central Florida, Full Sail University, and Florida Technical University. The experience was amazing and our students performed brilliantly once again, receiving multiple standing ovations.
Then, on Saturday, April 11, our band program performed at the Florida Bandmasters Association Solo and Ensemble Music Performance Assessment, and our results were outstanding. Here is a list:
- Woodwind Choir - Superior
- Brass Choir - Superior
- Percussion Ensemble 1 - Superior
- Percussion Ensemble 2 - Superior
- Blue Ties Jazz Combo - Superior
- Silver Ties Jazz Combo - Superior
- Nyle Brunson, Horn Solo, Superior
- Isaiah Lindo, Tuba Solo, Superior
- Abigail Miller, Alto Sax Solo - Superior
- Alyssa Ortega, Bassoon Solo - Superior
- Isabella Paniagua, Flute Solo - Superior
- Analise Velez, Alto Sax Solo - Superior
- Aidan Wright, Marimba Solo - Superior
Then, on Saturday, April 11, our band program performed at the Florida Bandmasters Association Solo and Ensemble Music Performance Assessment, and our results were outstanding. Here is a list:
- Woodwind Choir - Superior
- Brass Choir - Superior
- Percussion Ensemble 1 - Superior
- Percussion Ensemble 2 - Superior
- Blue Ties Jazz Combo - Superior
- Silver Ties Jazz Combo - Superior
- Nyle Brunson, Horn Solo, Superior
- Isaiah Lindo, Tuba Solo, Superior
- Abigail Miller, Alto Sax Solo - Superior
- Alyssa Ortega, Bassoon Solo - Superior
- Isabella Paniagua, Flute Solo - Superior
- Analise Velez, Alto Sax Solo - Superior
- Aidan Wright, Marimba Solo - Superior
Our school received an award from the International Student Exchange program for outstanding support in welcoming and supporting foreign exchange students!
Attention Seniors!
April is the Month of the Military Family in Florida! The Month of the Military Family provides communities with an opportunity to honor and share gratitude for the service of military children. This year, we invite you to “Purple Up!” on April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military children. Purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military. It is a combination of Army green, Coast Guard blue, Air Force blue, Marine Corps red, Space Force blue and Navy blue. Students and staff in schools across Florida are encouraged to participate in this celebration of the courage of military families and to honor their hard work.
Over the Spring Break, 7 students represented SLHS Troupe 5877 at the Florida State Thespians competition in Tampa. They competed over 4 days alongside thousands of other high school students from across the state, attended workshops from industry professionals, and saw work created and performed by their peers. This young group brought home 3 Excellent and 3 Superior rated performance and technical pieces. WAY TO GO EAGLES! Congratulations to Willow Sweet , Zora Schenck , Dexter Brady Julia Rich , Connor Milham , Lylina Rivera, and Chris Laberee for your hard work and dedication.
Congrats to our Faculty Eagle of the Week, Mrs. Jesaitis!
Congrats to our Eagles of the Week!
Congrats to Eagles of the Week!
Congrats to our Eagles of the Week!
All Prom tickets are sold out! Tickets will be handed out soon. All fines have to cleared prior to picking up the ticket and a student can't have more than 5 unexcused absences and no out of school suspensions. The dates for absences and OSS started on 1/6/26, the start of 2nd semester.
Ready for next steps? Start your career in just one year at Lake Technical College! Lake Tech is your gateway to high-demand careers right here in Lake County. With hands-on training in fields like healthcare, manufacturing, and information technology, you’ll gain the real-world skills employers are looking for—fast. Lake Tech puts you to work on projects, builds your expertise, and prepares you for success from day one. Whether you’re passionate about helping others in healthcare, mastering technology, or excelling in skilled trades, Lake Tech has programs designed to match your career and life goals.
Serve up success with CTE hospitality! From event planning and culinary arts to tourism and guest services, hospitality students learn real-world skills that keep people happy, safe, and coming back for more. Lake County Schools students get a head start through the Culinary Arts program offered at East Ridge, Eustis, Lake Minneola, Leesburg, Mount Dora, South Lake, Tavares and Umatilla high schools. This CTE Month, our students are preparing for high-demand careers with growth, creativity, and endless opportunities!
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Congrats to our Faculty Eagle of the Week, Mr. Rosenblatt!
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (#TDVAM). Whether you’re concerned about your relationship or if you have questions about dating in general, the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline is here for you 24/7. Text “LOVEIS” to 22522 to speak to an advocate, or visit loveisrespect.org.
Congrats to our Eagles of the Week!
Students: Level up your future with CTE Cybersecurity offered at East Ridge High School, and Game/Simulation/Animation Programming offered at Tavares High School! Careers in cybersecurity and gaming combine technology, problem-solving, and creativity. From protecting networks and sensitive data to designing and testing video games, our CTE students gain hands-on experience with the tools and skills top tech employers are looking for. This CTE Month, imagine defending the digital world, creating virtual adventures, and turning tech passion into a high-demand career. With CTE, our students' skills can lead to job security, competitive salaries, and endless opportunities in tech and entertainment!
