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Progress Reports: Available in the FOCUS Portal and sent home with students on Friday, September 11th.

NLHS Spirit Wear: Show your Rattler pride! Shirts and hoodies are available on My School Bucks.

REMINDER: All late student drop-offs and early pick-ups must be processed through the Guidance Office.

NOVA LAKES FAMILIES!

Our school is stronger when our families are involved! Join us for our PTO Informational Night and learn how you can be part of building an amazing school community.

Whether you can volunteer at events, lend a hand behind the scenes, share your ideas, donate your time, or simply attend when you can.

Your involvement matters and you are welcome here!

Date: September 14, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM

Location: Nova Lakes High School

During the week of September 21, school counselors will meet one-on-one with sophomore students during their History classes.

These individual meetings are an important opportunity for students to connect with their counselor and make sure they are on track for a successful high school experience. Counselors will review each student’s graduation requirements, credits earned, and progress toward graduation, while also beginning conversations about postsecondary plans and future goals.

Our goal is for every sophomore to leave their meeting with a better understanding of where they stand and what they can be working toward as they continue through high school.

Nova Lakes High School families, are you interested in learning how your student can earn high school AND college credit at the same time?

Join us for Dual Enrollment Informational Night to learn more about the opportunities available through Valencia College!

Date: September 17
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Nova Lakes High School Auditorium

Jenna Isaacs, Dual Enrollment Coordinator from Valencia College, will explain eligibility requirements, program benefits, and how students can get started.

Students interested in Dual Enrollment must have a minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA and meet the required college-readiness PERT scores in Reading, Writing, and Math.

Parents and students, don’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and learn whether Dual Enrollment could be a great fit for your student.

Each year, the Florida Association for Media in Education creates the Florida Teens Read list, featuring 15 high-interest books selected especially for high school students. These titles are also used in our district's Battle of the Books competition later in the school year.

We encourage you to invite your students to visit the Media Center during lunch this week to check out the Florida Teens Read collection. This month, we are spotlighting two of these exciting titles. Take a look at the flyers and see what you think. Would these books make it onto your reading list?

Beanstack app links:

Apple app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/beanstack-tracker/id1360324277

Android app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/detailsid=com.beanstack&pcampaignid=web_share

Nova Lakes AVID is excited to announce our First-Ever AVID Program T-Shirt Design Contest! Parents/Guardians, please encourage your student to create a design that reflects the AVID values of leadership, determination, organization, and college and career readiness. The winning design will be featured on a t-shirt sold throughout our school community. The winner will receive a free shirt! Participating in the contest is a great way for students to express themselves, build confidence, and leave their mark on Nova Lakes AVID history as we launch this inaugural event.

All students are eligible to receive free breakfast each morning before the start of the school day.

For lunch, students may receive a school lunch through August 10 while families complete the Free and Reduced Price Meal application process.

Beginning after August 10, students who have not submitted a meal application and been approved for free or reduced price meals will be required to pay the regular price for school lunch.

Families who wish to apply for free or reduced price meals may complete an online application through https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict.

Please complete your application as soon as possible to avoid any interruption in meal benefits.

Thank you for helping us ensure all students have access to the meals they need throughout the school year.

The School Advisory Council (SAC) is a team of people representing various segments of the community–parents, teachers, students, administrators, support staff, business/ industry people and other interested community members. The purpose of a SAC is to assist in the preparation and evaluation (developing and evaluating) of the results of the school improvement plan and to assist the principal with the annual school budget.

Students who have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration may purchase a parking pass from the bookkeeper before school, after school, or during lunch.

Parking passes will be available at the end of next week. Students, please listen to announcements.

Students purchasing a parking pass must bring the following:

• Valid driver's license
• Proof of insurance
• Vehicle registration
• Completed parking permit application (linked below)

To help ensure a smooth and efficient process, please have all required documents completed and ready at the time of purchase.

Students in the School District of Osceola County will not be permitted to use any wireless communication devices upon entry to school campus. Wireless communication devices include, but are not limited to, cell phones, smart glasses (including prescription smart glasses), tablets, smart watches, earbuds, cameras and/or other similarly situated wireless devices in development.

Violations of the cell phone policy will be handled in accordance with the Code and may result in confiscation of said device. If the cell phone is used in a criminal act (such as sexting as outlined in Florida Statutes and the Code), the cell phone will be provided to law enforcement and the student may face criminal penalties.

Back-to-School Safety Tips – School District of Osceola County and Safety, Security, and Emergency Management Department

As students return to school, everyone plays a role in keeping our roads, sidewalks, and neighborhoods safe. Whether your students are walking, biking, driving, or riding a scooter, following these simple safety tips can help prevent injuries and keep everyone safe.

Bicycle & Scooter Safety

• Always wear a properly fitted helmet. Helmets significantly reduce the risk of serious head injuries.
• Obey all traffic signs and signals, including stopping completely at stop signs.
• Ride in the same direction as traffic and use designated bike lanes where available.
• Keep both hands on the handlebars and remain alert to your surroundings.
• Never use a cell phone, wear headphones that block surrounding sounds, or interact with electronic devices while riding a bicycle or motorized scooter.

• Ensure your bicycle or scooter has working brakes and lights, especially if riding during low-light conditions.

Pedestrian Safety

• Cross only at marked crosswalks or intersections whenever possible.
• Obey pedestrian crossing signals and wait for traffic to stop before entering the roadway.
• Make yourself visible by wearing bright or reflective clothing, especially during early morning or evening hours.
• Stay alert and keep your head up while walking. Avoid texting, scrolling, or wearing headphones that prevent you from hearing approaching traffic.

• Before crossing, look left, right, and left again, and continue watching for vehicles as you cross.

School Bus Safety

• Arrive at the bus stop early and stand a safe distance from the curb.
• Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before approaching.
• Cross the street only when directed by the bus driver and after making eye contact with the driver.
• Drivers must stop for school buses displaying flashing red lights and an extended stop arm, unless traveling on the opposite side of a divided highway.

Driver Safety

• Slow down in school zones and obey all posted speed limits.
• Watch carefully for children crossing streets, especially near schools, neighborhoods, parks, and bus stops.
• Eliminate distractions by putting your phone away while driving.
• Never pass a stopped school bus displaying flashing red lights and its stop arm.
• Allow extra travel time during the first few weeks of school, when traffic is typically heavier.

Parents & Students

• Plan and practice the safest route to school before the first day.
• Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of vehicles.
• Remind students that being predictable and visible helps drivers see them.
• If walking or biking with friends, stay together but avoid horseplay near roadways.

• Report unsafe traffic conditions or damaged traffic signs near schools to local authorities.

Let's work together to make this school year a safe one for every student, parent, teacher, and member of our Osceola County community. Slow down, stay alert, and help everyone arrive safely.