Lincoln Park Education Center

Grab your friends and family and come to the Clermont Florida Blue Center, 2601 S. Highway 27 in Clermont, on Saturday, August 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for FREE backpacks (limit 3 per household) and school supply giveaways, fun activities for the kids, and resources to help students start the school year strong. Plus, enjoy healthy refreshments as you kick off the start of the upcoming school year and learn about local community organizations in the area. Everyone is welcome! You do not need to be a Florida Blue member to participate, and there is no cost to attend. Learn more and RSVP at https://appointments.floridablue.com/fbevents/s/event-details?eventId=a2Wan000000c89REAQ

If you hear loud noises and see lots of police officers and deputies at East Ridge Middle School today, don’t be alarmed! The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is conducting active assailant training for all School Resource Deputies, School Resource Officers, and Safe School Officers today -- Thursday, July 31 -- at East Ridge Middle School from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.. The interactive training will include simulated gunfire and student actors to create real-life situations. Thank you to all involved for everything you do to keep our Lake County Schools campuses safe!

In collaboration with local law enforcement, Lake County Schools will host active-assailant training exercises at two school campuses this week. These exercises are part of a continuing effort to ensure that officers and deputies are fully prepared to respond swiftly and effectively in the unlikely event of a real-life emergency. The sessions will be held on Thursday, July 31, at East Ridge Middle School and on Friday, August 1, at Umatilla High School, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. The interactive training will include simulated gunfire and student actors to create real-life scenarios.

“We understand that these exercises can raise concerns,” Deputy Superintendent Chad Farnsworth said. “However, law enforcement officials stress the importance of training in realistic settings to be better equipped to protect our students and staff.”

The trainings were intentionally scheduled during the summer when students and teachers are not on campus. Participation is limited to student actors whose parents have provided written consent. The district notified the community in advance through social media and the district and school websites.

“We are deeply grateful for the partnership we share with local law enforcement and for their ongoing commitment to keeping our schools safe,” Farnsworth added. “While we all wish this type of training wasn’t necessary, we must prepare. We support our officers and deputies as they train to be there for us when we need them most.”

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) conducts active assailant training on an ongoing basis as required by state statutes and accreditation requirements to ensure the safety of all involved if such a scenario plays out at one of our schools. It’s especially vital for School Resource Deputies to undergo active assailant training in a realistic environment, as their preparedness can significantly reduce casualties and protect students and staff during such critical incidents, an LCSO spokesperson explained. Demonstrating our teamwork in safety, representatives from Lake County Schools and the Florida Department of Education will also be in attendance at the upcoming training.

Students will receive breakfast and lunch at no charge in the 2025-26 school year. Learn more here: https://www.lake.k12.fl.us/article/2330002

If you hear loud noises and see lots of police officers and deputies at schools this week, don’t be alarmed! The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is conducting active assailant training for all School Resource Deputies, School Resource Officers, and Safe School Officers. The sessions will be held on Thursday, July 31, at East Ridge Middle School and on Friday, August 1, at Umatilla High School, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. The interactive training will include simulated gunfire and student actors to create real-life situations. Thank you to all involved for everything you do to keep our Lake County Schools campuses safe!

Back to School Orientation

Circling back...previous students of CES inquiring about LPEC! Welcome home....

Thank you, Ms. Deanna Thomas for sharing with the community the ongoing developments of Lake Tech coming to Lincoln Park.

Test retakes are being offered this summer to students who did not pass the Algebra I End of Course (EOC) exam or the Grade 10 FAST Reading exam, and to students who missed the Geometry, Biology, or U.S. History End of Course exams in the spring. Sign up using this link: https://forms.gle/MV8wbsHjWwGMcb8YA. The deadline to register is June 19. Tests will be given July 14-16 at the student’s zoned high school. Parents will receive specific dates and times on or before June 26.

REMINDER: Schools are closed tomorrow for Memorial Day. Then, students will follow the Wednesday early release schedule for Tuesday, May 27, Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29, which is the last day of classes!

Thank you Congressman Daniel Webster for your encouraging words to Lincoln Park Education Center’s first graduating class. We look forward to your ongoing support. #AmericaLandofOpportunity #ClassOf2025 #LincolnParkEducationCenter #LPEC

Lincoln Park Education Center partnered with Orlando Health tonight for their "Plated Portions" meal planning class. Thank you Orlando Health for bringing health education to the community. #OrlandoHealth #LincolnPark #Health

We extend our gratitude to Tedder Photography for their flexibility and collaborative spirit during our inaugural year. They provided a unique and personalized photography experience for our graduating seniors at little to no cost, making a significant impact on our community. #TedderPhotography #LincolnParkEducationCenter #Classof2025

Please remember to mark your calendar and prepare for a schedule change in the last week of school! Schools will be closed on Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day. Then, students will follow the Wednesday early release schedule for Tuesday, May 27, Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29, which is the last day of classes!

Today is the last day to sign up for "Plated Portions for Managing Blood Sugar". Click on the link below to sign up. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49ABAF29A7FFC43-56349418-plated

Tonight, history was made. The first graduating class of Lincoln Park Education Center walked across the stage and into a future they built through hard work, determination, and heart. These students didn’t follow a path—they created one. Every late night, every obstacle, every moment of doubt led to this. Many of our seniors balanced school with jobs, caregiving, and real-life responsibilities. They faced challenges most never see, but they kept showing up, kept pushing forward, and refused to give up. They are proof that where you start doesn’t define where you can go. To the Class of 2025—you are more than our first graduates. You are the foundation. The example. The inspiration. You will always be the first. And we will always be proud. #LincolnParkProud #Classof2025 #FirstClassEver #LPECGraduation #MakingHistory