I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend.
What a fantastic week at Lake Nona High School! From a successful STEAM Night to our incredible fall production of Little Shop of Horrors, there was so much to celebrate. I sure hope you had the opportunity to see the show—the talent was amazing! Congratulations to the cast, crew, pit musicians, directors and everyone who helped bring this production to life. Thank you to our families, staff and community members who came out to support our students!
We are also proud to celebrate the Marine Corps birthday this year alongside our new JROTC program! As we prepare to recognize Veterans Day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all veterans and those currently serving in our armed forces. Thank you for your service, sacrifice and dedication to our country.
This week, we need NONA to show up and show out! Our Lions face East Ridge High School at home this Friday in the regional quarterfinals, the first round of the football playoffs. Kickoff is at 7 p.m., and tickets will be on sale soon at GoFan.co. Our theme is GLOW NONA! There is still time to purchase a hot pink Nona shirt—please contact Mrs. John if you are interested. Get your neon vests and brightest colors ready, and help us pack the stands with Lion PRIDE!
Can you believe we are just two weeks away from Thanksgiving break? Time is flying! Grades for progress reports are due this week, so please take a moment to review your student’s academic progress and attendance. If your student is arriving late to class, remind them of the importance of being on time and ready to learn. If they are struggling academically, reach out to their teachers to discuss available support opportunities. Our goal is for every student to leave Lake Nona High School as a Lion Graduate, and your partnership helps make that possible.
Please take time to review the entire post for this week’s information and updates.
We’re grateful to have you as part of our Legacy in Action!
I hope everyone has a great rest of their evening and as always, GO LIONS!
With PRIDE,
Mrs. Nikki Campbell
Principal, Lake Nona High School
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- ParentSquare is the communication platform, to learn more click here: https://www.ocps.net/155974_2
- SchoolCash Online has replaced SchoolPay, please visit here for more info: https://ocps.schoolcashonline.com
- Apply for Free SAT/ACT Waivers here: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
- Find My Bus: https://www.ocps.net/89318_3
- The LNHS Bell Schedule can be found here: https://lakenonahs.ocps.net/251051_2
- The OCPS Code of Student Conduct and Dress Code can be found here: https://www.ocps.net/code-of-student-conduct
- Students eat for free this school year (lunch and breakfast)
- Xello is the college and career platform that OCPS will continue to use grades K-12.
- The Code of Student Conduct requires that wireless communications device(s) be silenced and put away (in a backpack or purse) during the school day while on campus, including lunchtime and transitioning between classes. This includes cellphones and earbuds/headphones/Smart glasses. This means from 7:15AM to 2:20 (I:10)PM.
- Please remind your student to use the designated crosswalks when arriving and leaving campus, as the school cannot monitor student behavior off school grounds.
- Students must have a student parking permit to park on campus. Please visit our school website to apply and purchase.
- Students must register their micromobility device to park it on campus (must have a learners permit or license in order to register).
- SAC Updates can be found here: https://lakenonahs.ocps.net/251045_2 and on our bulletin board in the office
- School website: https://lakenonahs.ocps.net/
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Monday, November 9th:
- Progress Report Grade Window Opens for teachers to enter
- Keiser University Visit during lunches in the College and Career Resource Center (CCRC) room 211
- For Athletics please visit our Athletics website at: https://www.lakenonaathletics.org/
Tuesday, November 10th:
- Orange County Parks and Recreation Visit during lunches
- Junior Check Ins with School Counselors
- Marine Corps Birthday Celebration
- Fall Jazz Band Concert in the evening in the Performing Arts Center (PAC)
- For Athletics please visit our Athletics website at: https://www.lakenonaathletics.org/
Wednesday, November 11th: Veterans Day!
Thursday, November 12th:
- Senior Photos in the Gym Lobby (for those that registered)
- Voluntary Blood Drive
- AICE Drama Filming
- Junior Check Ins with School Counselors
- National English Honor Society Induction Ceremony
- Good Luck Cross Country at Regional Finals!
- For Athletics please visit our Athletics website at: https://www.lakenonaathletics.org/
Friday, November 13th:
- Junior Check Ins with School Counselors
- Home Football Game- Regional Quarterfinals. Kickoff at 7:00PM
- For Athletics please visit our Athletics website at: https://www.lakenonaathletics.org/
Saturday, November 14th:
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- 11/16: Media Center Closed for District Training and Band at All State Auditions
- 11/17: Fall Concert for Band
- 11/18: SAC Meeting at 5:30PM in the Media Center and Theatre District Festival (off campus)
- 11/19: Progress Report 2 Published to Family Skyward Access, Teach-In, and Theatre District Festival (off campus)
- 11/20: Theatre District Festival (off campus)
- 11/23-11/27: Thanksgiving Break (school is closed)
- 11/30: Sophomore RC2 Check In with Counselors through ELA
- 12/1: FAST ELA PM2 and FAST Retakes
- 12/2: Algebra 1, Geometry, Biology, and US History PMA 2 testing- will be on an adjusted bell schedule, 12th grade FCLE test, 9th grade RC2 Check In with counselors through ELA, new to Nona Tour and Football Early Signing Day
- 12/3: Algebra 1, Geometry, Biology, and US History PMA 2 testing- will be on an adjusted bell schedule, 9th grade RC2 Check In with counselors through ELA, and LN Middle School Chorus Concert at LNHS
- 12/4: Algebra 1, Geometry, Biology, and US History PMA 2 testing- will be on an adjusted bell schedule, 9th grade RC2 Check In with counselors through ELA, and Luminary Middle School Chorus Concert at LNHS
- 12/5: SAT on campus (outside sign-up)
- 12/7: PMA Make Ups, 9th grade check ins, and 9th and 10th grade Parent Night in the PAC
- 12/8: PMA Make Ups, 9th grade check ins, and LNHS hosts Luminary MS band concert
- 12/9: PMA Make Ups
- 12/10: PMA Make Ups and 9th grade check ins
- 12/11: PMA Make Ups, 9th grade check ins, and PRISM Concert
- 12/12: PRISM Concert
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Join us for an evening of live music at the Lake Nona High School Jazz Band Fall Concert! Enjoy the sounds of our talented student musicians on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 6 p.m. in the Lake Nona High School Performing Arts Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Get your tickets at teachtix.com/lnhs, and come out to support our Lions! |
Students who arrive in the courtyard after 7:15 a.m. are late to school. We strongly recommend having your student parked or dropped off by 7:10 a.m. to allow time to get to class before the school day begins.
We understand that traffic on Narcoossee Road can be challenging, but it is important to plan ahead and adjust departure times to help students arrive on time. While students will not be penalized simply for arriving at school after 7:15 a.m., they will be held accountable if they are tardy to first period. After 3 tardies to first period students will receive a detention. Progressive discipline will follow.
Being in class on time helps students make the most of their learning. Late arrivals also interrupt instruction and distract classmates when the classroom door must be opened repeatedly. Thank you for helping your student arrive on time and supporting a focused learning environment for everyone.
*On days we are made aware of a traffic incident we allow students extra time to enter campus.
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Parents and guardians, please know that if a substitute is taking attendance, your student arrives late, or we are in testing season, attendance may not be updated before the first automated message is sent. You may receive a notification that your student has not arrived on campus even if they are here.
For peace of mind, we recommend asking your student to text you when they arrive. You may also choose to use a location-sharing app, such as Find My iPhone or Life360. These apps are not endorsed by Lake Nona High School or OCPS. You can also check Skyward later in the day to see whether your student has been marked present for second or third period.
We hope these tips are helpful as your student navigates high school, whether they drive, walk, or bike to campus.
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Include your student’s name, ID number, date or dates of the absence, an absence note and any other information needed to excuse the absence.
You may also have your student drop off a hard copy of the note with Ms. Cardoso in the attendance office, located in the front office.
*Please know: your student gets the number of days out plus 1 to make up any missed assignments (generally speaking).
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Our students learn through a meaningful balance of digital technology and traditional pen-and-paper activities—and that means we use a lot of copy paper!
As we approach Progress Report time, we are asking our Lion Family and community to support classroom instruction by donating copy paper through our Amazon link.
Every donation:
- Ships directly to Lake Nona High School
- Goes directly toward student instruction
- Supports classrooms across our campus
A simple click can make a bigger difference than you know! We will share this donation opportunity several times throughout the year to help keep our classrooms supplied.
Thank you for being part of our Lion Family and for investing in the materials our students use to learn and succeed!
With PRIDE,
LNHS
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Lake Nona High School Teach-In: Share Your Experience and Inspire Our Students!
The annual OCPS Teach-In will take place at Lake Nona High School on Thursday, November 19, 2026! This districtwide event invites parents, professionals, retirees, and community leaders to visit our classrooms and share their career knowledge, personal experiences, and valuable life lessons with our students.
Teach-In is a wonderful opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world experiences while inspiring Lake Nona High School students to explore different careers and future possibilities.
- Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
- Location: Lake Nona High School
- Who Can Participate: Parents, professionals, retirees, and community leaders
We look forward to welcoming members of our community to Lake Nona High School and making this year’s Teach-In a memorable experience for our students!
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Families, please review the micromobility requirements with your student. Students bringing motorized micromobility devices to campus must have a valid driver’s license or learner’s permit, complete the registration process and purchase the required school-issued decal.
Once permitted, students are ONLY allowed to park in the designated bike rack on campus (or the fence that closes the bike racks in-no other fences). Devices parked anywhere else on campus will be removed. This includes cutting the lock. Again, students can only park in the permitted bike rack location (near the basketball/tennis courts/400 building). Devices that are removed will be locked in another location and a parent will need to pick them up once the device and student are identified.
The registration form and policy information are available on our Lake Nona High School Micromobility webpage and in our previous ParentSquare communications. Students must complete the form using their student school Google account. Once their registration is reviewed and approved, they will receive a link to purchase the $15 decal through SchoolCash Online.
The decal must be displayed in an easily visible location on the device.
Students must walk their devices upon entering campus and secure them in designated bicycle racks.
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All of NONA—we need YOU! Our Lions take on East Ridge High School at HOME this Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m. in the regional quarterfinals, our first round of the football playoffs! Let’s pack the stands and bring the energy our team deserves!
The theme is GLOW NONA, so get your brightest neon colors, construction vests and hats ready! Students, families, alumni and community members—we need everyone to show up and show out! Bring your Lion PRIDE, get loud and help light up our home crowd as we cheer our Lions on!
Tickets will be available soon at GoFan.co We can’t wait to see you Friday night!
Let’s GLOW, NONA!
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Boys Wrestling
Cameron Oliver
11/09
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In order to participate in any sports a student must complete the Athletic Clearance process.
Questions: Dana.matz@ocps.net
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Support Lake Nona High School Athletics all year long with the 2026–2027 Navy Nation All-Sports Pass. This pass is the best value for Lion fans and pays for itself after attending just a few games.
With one purchase, you'll receive admission to all regular season home athletic contests for Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshman teams throughout the school year. Your phone serves as your ticket, making entry quick and convenient.
Navy Nation All-Sports Pass goes on sale on Friday, July 10th.
The Navy Nation All-Sports Pass includes:
- Admission to all regular season home athletic contests at Lake Nona High School
- Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshman home events
- Convenient mobile ticketing—your phone is your ticket
Please note that District, Regional, and State playoff contests are not included with this pass.
There is nothing like the energy of a packed stadium or gym filled with Lion PRIDE. We encourage all of our families, students, alumni, and community members to take advantage of this great value and join us in cheering on our student-athletes throughout the year.
We look forward to seeing you at Lake Nona High School as we support our Lions and continue our tradition of excellence, sportsmanship, and community. Go Lions!
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Since October 22, Ms. Gautier started her presentations in junior English classes. They will learn about different post-secondary options: 4 year college, 2 year college, technical schools, military branches, military academies etc. If a student does not take English class at Lake Nona, they can stop by the College & Career Resource Center (CCRC) during their lunch to get support with this application. Make sure students are aware of dates/times when the CCRC will be closed. Students can access the College & Career Calendar using the link below.
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The application website is currently down. When the application website is back up- Ms. Gautier will send out instructions on how to complete the application. There will also be a Bright Future application help day- once the site is working. |
FAFSA (Free Application of Federal Student Aid):
What is the FAFSA?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an official U.S. Department of Education form used to determine a student's eligibility for college financial assistance.
Key Benefits of Filling It Out
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Grants: Access free financial aid like federal Pell Grants that do not need to be repaid.
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Low-Interest Loans: Qualify for federal student loans with fixed rates and flexible repayment terms.
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Work-Study & State Aid: Unlock campus employment options and access state and institutional scholarships.
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Important Note for Mixed-Status Families:
The Department of Education automatically checks student citizenship against Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases to verify aid eligibility. While FAFSA data is historically used only for student aid processing, non-SSN parents must submit contact details to complete the form, so families should consider their privacy comfort level when applying.
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Teen Court” offers an opportunity for 8th – 12th grade students to develop leadership and civic responsibility skills. Students will earn community service hours for their participation in this program. |
The America Legion Auxiliary offers the “Florida Girls State” program on the campus of Florida State University from June 3 – June 11.
- This is a free program offered to girls completing their junior year of high school who are interested in government, have strong leadership ability, and good character. Girls State is a practical application of government where the citizens of Girls State elect their own Governor, Cabinet, and other officials. They write bills, debate them, and vote on them just like the real Florida Government.
- Flyer
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Application is due by Jan. 8, 2027
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The Phoenix Generation Conference: PHXCON2026. This event is designed to help students develop leadership skills, engage in meaningful civic dialogue, and connect with their local community.
Event Details:
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What: High-impact summit for 1,000 Central Florida students featuring keynotes, 24 breakout sessions, a community fair (jobs, internships, volunteering, and PHX Fest
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Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
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Time: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Location: Rosen Center, Orlando, FL
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Cost: Free (Includes breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner)
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How: Register here.
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Destination FAMU Field Trip:
Lake Nona Students interested in learning more about Florida Agriculture and Mechanical University (FAMU)- join us on this field trip:
Friday, November 20
8:45- 12:30
Stop by Room 211 (in the Media Center) for a permission slip
*Seniors and Juniors will have priority consideration for this field trip
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Give your student a head start on SAT success! Our FREE 4-week SAT Boot Camp is designed to help students build confidence, strengthen test-taking strategies, and improve their scores. The program meets virtually twice a week, making it easy to fit into busy schedules.
It's never too early to start preparing for college entrance exams, and consistent practice can make a big difference. Encourage your student to take advantage of this valuable opportunity and invest in their future today!
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A new round of our $2,500 No Sweat Scholarship is now open! Students have until Dec 31 to apply, which gives you plenty of time to share it before winter break.
The Scholarship Information and Link can be found on your student's Xello account!
A bit about us: Cirkled In is a social mission-driven, woman-owned and certified minority-owned company serving almost 1.5M students. We've built a one-stop-hub for students that includes a digital portfolio, college search, a jobs and internships database, scholarship search, and 600+ articles on college and career guidance.
Cirkled In $2,500 No Sweat Scholarship: Due Dec 31, 2026
Cirkled In’s quarterly scholarship awards $2,500 and features a simple, no-essay application process. There are no minimum GPA or income requirements, making it accessible to a wide range of students.
💰 $2,500 awarded every quarter
📅 Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
✅ Free to Apply - No essay, no GPA requirement, no income restrictions
🎓 Open to all high school students (grades 9-12)
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*No testing information this week. |
What an incredible fall production of Little Shop of Horrors! This fun, entertaining show showcased the amazing talent we have at Lake Nona High School. From our pit musicians and backstage crew to hair and makeup, actors, actresses and directors, every part of this production reflected creativity, dedication and countless hours of hard work.
If you didn’t get a chance to attend, you missed some truly amazing vocals and performances! It was also wonderful to see so many of our LNHS staff members in the audience, cheering on our students and supporting the arts.
If you missed this show, get ready—we have a spring production like no other coming your way! More information will be shared soon. Until then, congratulations to the entire cast, crew, musicians and directors of Little Shop of Horrors on a fantastic show. You made Nona proud!
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Who To Contact For Support
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If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Administrators:
- English Department
- Algebra 1 and Geometry
- Media Center
- SAC and PTSA
- Activities and Events on Campus
- Testing
- Discipline
- Athletics (shared)
- PE Department
- ESE Department
- Social Studies Department
- Attendance
- World Languages Department
- Student Services and SAFE Departments
- Upper Level Math (Alg. 2 and up)
- ELL Support and Services
- Clerical
- 504s
Caleb Root (Caleb.root@ocps.net) - Assistant Principal
- Science Department
- JRTOC
- Facilities
- Inventory
- Visual and Performing Arts Departments
- Athletics (shared)
Who to contact for specific questions:
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