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		<title>Lake County establishes Storm Recovery Center for impacted residents</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In addition to support provided by the Dean of Students/Emergency Deans (for students), Human Resources (for employees), and the LSSC Foundation, Lake-Sumter State College is providing information about another resource&#8230; <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/lake-county-establishes-storm-recovery-center-for-impacted-residents/" tabindex="-1" aria-hidden="true">Continue reading »</a></p>
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<p>In addition to support provided by the Dean of Students/Emergency Deans (for students), Human Resources (for employees), and the LSSC Foundation, Lake-Sumter State College is providing information about another resource available for those impacted by Hurricane Milton. If you have questions about resources or support, please contact <a href="mailto:DeanofStudents@lssc.edu">DeanofStudents@lssc.edu</a> (students) or <a href="mailto:HR@lssc.edu">HR@lssc.edu</a> (employees).</p>



<p>Lake County has established a&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://lakecountyfl.gov/recoverlake">Storm Recovery Center</a></strong>&nbsp;at the CareerSource Central Florida office located on LSSC&#8217;s Leesburg Campus. This is in Building M (you&#8217;ll see the cones). We are sharing this information if it is helpful to you, and we encourage you to share with others who find it useful.</p>



<p><strong><u>Resources Available at Storm Recovery Center</u></strong></p>



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<li><strong>Lake County Offices</strong>:  Income-based disaster assistance, permitting, business support</li>



<li><strong>CareerSource Central Florida</strong>:  unemployment assistance, job placement, and recruitment services</li>



<li><strong>Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)</strong>: assistance with applications and appeals</li>



<li><strong>Hope Florida, American Red Cross, Salvation Army</strong>: emotional and financial recovery</li>



<li><strong>Community Legal Services, LifeStream Behavioral Center</strong>: legal and behavioral health support</li>
</ul>



<p><strong><u>Location and Hours</u></strong></p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Career Source Central Florida<br>Leesburg Campus, Building M<br>9909 US Highway 441, Leesburg</li>
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<li>Monday-Friday: 10 a.m. &#8211; 7 p.m.</li>



<li>Saturday: 10 a.m. &#8211; 2 p.m.</li>
</ul>



<p>Shuttle service is available throughout the day to/from Astor, Clermont, and Lake Mack areas. Timing and details are&nbsp;<a href="https://lakecountyfl.gov/recoverlake">available online</a>.</p>



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<p>The post <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/lake-county-establishes-storm-recovery-center-for-impacted-residents/">Lake County establishes Storm Recovery Center for impacted residents</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.lssc.edu">Lake-Sumter State College</a>.</p>
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		<title>Future Educators gain real-world insights at Aurelia M. Cole Academy</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:38:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Students from Lake-Sumter State College’s Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program recently participated in a professional development day at Aurelia M. Cole Academy in Clermont. The hands-on experience was&#8230; <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/future-educators-gain-real-world-insights-at-aurelia-m-cole-academy/" tabindex="-1" aria-hidden="true">Continue reading »</a></p>
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<p>Students from Lake-Sumter State College’s Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program recently participated in a professional development day at Aurelia M. Cole Academy in Clermont. The hands-on experience was aimed at deepening their understanding of early literacy skills, classroom management, and instructional strategies in a real-world setting.</p>



<p>In partnership with Lake County Schools, their visit to the K-8 academy was intentionally scheduled during kindergarten through second-grade reading instructional time. The goal: to see the theory they&#8217;ve learned in class come to life and understand how to integrate these foundational skills into effective instruction.</p>



<p>The 29 aspiring teachers observed various early literacy instruction techniques, allowing them to link classroom theory to practice by seeing how teachers engaged students with small group instruction, direct teaching, and strategic use of classroom space. From students gathering on the carpet for a group activity to breaking into smaller clusters for personalized attention, the future educators saw a wide array of methods used to maintain student engagement.</p>



<p>Classroom management was another focus of the visit. Students noted how teachers at Aurelia Cole Academy effectively used strategies such as posted classroom expectations signed by both students and teachers, token economies, and positive behavior supports. The student visitors witnessed how these methods promote a calm and organized learning environment, helping elementary students stay on task and engaged.</p>



<p>This professional development day gave the students an invaluable opportunity to witness the integration of research-based strategies into real-world teaching, reinforcing their learning and preparing them to implement these methods in their future careers as educators.</p>



<p><strong>Professor&#8217;s Reaction: Bringing Theory to Life</strong></p>



<p>Dr. Stephanie Luke, Executive Director of Elementary Education, and Marni Kay-Martinez, Program Director for Reading &amp; ELA, shared that the experiences brought to life the concepts and research we’ve been teaching throughout this semester.</p>



<p>“This professional development day allowed us to ensure that the students are seeing strategies being implemented based on current research,” said Dr. Luke. “We’re proud that these student-teachers are already working in the schools, and it’s important to us that they observe these practices so they can implement them in their current roles and future classrooms.”</p>



<p>“Students were making connections of the theory to the practice, and seeing the benefits of using the research-based strategies that we are teaching them,” said Kay-Martinez.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="580" src="https://www.lssc.edu/wp-content/uploads/COM_News_BSEE-PD-Day-1-e1728394588150-1024x580.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-87249" srcset="https://www.lssc.edu/wp-content/uploads/COM_News_BSEE-PD-Day-1-e1728394588150-1024x580.jpg 1024w, https://www.lssc.edu/wp-content/uploads/COM_News_BSEE-PD-Day-1-e1728394588150-300x170.jpg 300w, https://www.lssc.edu/wp-content/uploads/COM_News_BSEE-PD-Day-1-e1728394588150-768x435.jpg 768w, https://www.lssc.edu/wp-content/uploads/COM_News_BSEE-PD-Day-1-e1728394588150.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>LSSC Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education students work in groups to reflect on their experiences throughout the day.</em></figcaption></figure>



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<p><strong>Student Reflections on the Experience</strong></p>



<p>Felicia Lopez appreciated the classroom transitions she observed. &#8220;I saw smooth transitions using countdowns and reiterating expectations, something I’ve been trying to apply in my role as a substitute. Watching the progression from Kindergarten to second grade also gave me a deeper understanding of how literacy skills build on each other.&#8221;</p>



<p>Abbygail Goad shared, &#8220;There were so many things that related back to what we&#8217;ve been learning, like phonics, phonemic awareness, and word building. It was exciting to see these concepts being taught to a class of tiny humans. It was also interesting to see how similar students&#8217; needs are across different ages, even if the content is different.&#8221;</p>



<p>For Kaylin McCann, seeing a phonics lesson in action was particularly impactful. &#8220;Watching the kids decode and encode words was awesome. I was also impressed by how well even the younger students followed classroom expectations, which shows how important it is to set routines early.&#8221;</p>



<p>Alina Caban-Perez reflected on how classroom management and instructional strategies came together. &#8220;The classrooms were beautiful and student-centered. I saw clear rules and routines, strong teacher-student relationships, and engaging lessons, all contributing to an effective learning environment.&#8221;</p>



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		<title>LSSC to close for Hurricane Milton, will reopen on Monday, Oct. 14</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 17:39:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In anticipation of Hurricane Milton, Lake-Sumter State College will close all campus locations and cancel all classes and activities beginning at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, October 8 and remain closed&#8230; <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/lssc-to-close-for-hurricane-milton/" tabindex="-1" aria-hidden="true">Continue reading »</a></p>
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<p>In anticipation of Hurricane Milton, Lake-Sumter State College will close all campus locations and cancel all classes and activities beginning at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, October 8 and remain closed on Wednesday, October 9 and Thursday, October 10.</p>



<p>Any classes scheduled to begin at 4:00 pm or later on Tuesday, October 8 are canceled.</p>



<p><strong>Lake-Sumter State College will reopen all campus locations and resume classes on Monday, October 14.</strong></p>



<p>Additional updates will be sent through the LSSC Alert system, email, and social media.</p>



<p>Please note that during this time there will be no access to any facilities on LSSC campuses. For your safety and others, do not attempt to visit any LSSC campus during this closure.</p>



<p>STUDENTS &#8211; If your instructor has updates regarding coursework, they will communicate with you through your Lakehawk email or Canvas.</p>



<p>Please be prepared and stay informed regarding Hurricane Milton and impacts to our area by watching the local news and signing up to receive emergency alerts from county officials. Visit <a href="http://www.floridadisaster.org">www.floridadisaster.org</a> and <a href="http://www.alertflorida.com">www.alertflorida.com</a> for preparedness information.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Campus Partner Updates</h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Cooper Memorial Library will be closed from 4pm on October 8 through October 11.</li>



<li>UCF and UCF Connect offices will be closed from October 8 through 11.</li>



<li>Pinecrest Lake Middle High School will be closed from October 8 through 11.</li>
</ul>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Update 4 &#8211; October 11, 6:00 pm (Reopening)</h2>



<p>Lake-Sumter State College will reopen all campus locations and resume classes on Monday, Oct. 14. Students and employees should plan to report on Monday on a normal schedule.&nbsp;</p>



<p>As we prepare to reopen the College, we are aware that Hurricane Milton impacted different areas of our counties in varying ways. We continue to recognize that individuals may be experiencing a significant disruption. Students should communicate with their instructors regarding their individual situation. Employees should contact their supervisor or Human Resources.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The College’s Student Affairs Team is available to connect students with College and community resources for a range of concerns, including: </p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Housing and rental issues</li>



<li>Financial difficulties and/or food insecurity </li>



<li>Emotional distress </li>



<li>Temporary or permanent physical, emotional, or learning disabilities </li>
</ul>



<p>Students should contact <a href="mailto:deanofstudents@lssc.edu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">deanofstudents@lssc.edu</a> for assistance.<br>Employees in need of similar assistance should contact their supervisor, division VP, or <a href="mailto:HR@lssc.edu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HR@lssc.edu</a>. </p>



<p>LSSC is committed to providing you with the support you need to be successful, so please do not hesitate to ask for assistance.</p>



<p>We are incredibly appreciative of the first responders, lineworkers, clean-up crews, and countless others in our communities and across the state who are working around the clock to support recovery efforts.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Update 3 &#8211; October 10, 7:00 pm</h2>



<p><strong>All LSSC campuses will remain closed on Friday, October 11. </strong>For your safety, please do not come to any campus location.</p>



<p>The College&#8217;s Emergency Management team has conducted an initial assessment of each campus today and will conduct a thorough assessment of each building tomorrow. Designated essential personnel from Facilities, IT, Security, and ABM will return to campus to begin recovery efforts.</p>



<p>Additional updates will be provided once the damage assessments are complete.</p>



<p>As we prepare to reopen the College, we are aware that Hurricane Milton impacted different areas of our counties in varying ways. The College’s Student Affairs Team is available to connect students with College and community resources for a range of concerns, including:&nbsp;</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Housing and rental issues&nbsp;</li>



<li>Financial difficulties and/or food insecurity&nbsp;</li>



<li>Emotional distress&nbsp;</li>



<li>Temporary or permanent physical, emotional, or learning disabilities&nbsp;</li>
</ul>



<p>Students should contact <a href="mailto:deanofstudents@lssc.edu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">deanofstudents@lssc.edu</a> for assistance.&nbsp;<br>Employees needing similar assistance, should contact their supervisor, division VP, or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HR@lssc.edu">HR@lssc.edu</a>.</p>



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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="600" height="800" data-id="88103" src="https://www.lssc.edu/wp-content/uploads/LSSC-Milton-Initial-Damage-19.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-88103" srcset="https://www.lssc.edu/wp-content/uploads/LSSC-Milton-Initial-Damage-19.jpg 600w, https://www.lssc.edu/wp-content/uploads/LSSC-Milton-Initial-Damage-19-225x300.jpg 225w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">South Lake Campus, between Buildings 1 and 2</figcaption></figure>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Update 2 &#8211; October 10, 10:30 am</h2>



<p>All campuses will remain closed on Friday, October 11.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Update 1 &#8211; October 8, 2:30 pm</h2>



<p>As we prepare and brace for Hurricane Milton to impact Florida, our greatest concern is the safety and wellbeing of our students, faculty, staff, and friends of the College. We want each of you to be able to receive the support and assistance that you may need.</p>



<p>Remember that the College will close today at 4:00 pm and remain closed on Wednesday, Oct. 9 and Thursday, Oct. 10. Our damage assessment teams expect to be able to complete their initial review of each campus on Thursday evening. After those reviews are complete,&nbsp;<strong>an&nbsp;announcement about Friday, Oct. 11 will be shared by 7:00 pm on Thursday.</strong></p>



<p>During the storm, if you have urgent needs, we encourage you to contact your county’s emergency operations center (numbers below) or in an emergency, dial 911. Please know that during the worst of the storm, first responders may not be able to respond.</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="https://c.lakecountyfl.gov/storm/">Lake County</a>&nbsp;Citizen Information Line: Open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., call 352-253-9999</li>



<li><a href="https://www.sumtercountyfl.gov/718/Emergency-Management">Sumter County</a>&nbsp;Citizen Information Line: Open 24/7, call 352-689-4400</li>
</ul>



<p>If you do not live in Lake or Sumter County, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.floridadisaster.org/disaster-updates/Hurricanemilton/">https://www.floridadisaster.org/disaster-updates/Hurricanemilton/</a>&nbsp;to find the link to your county&#8217;s information.</p>



<p>After the storm passes and we begin recovery efforts, LSSC will provide additional information about available resources and support available to the Lakehawk family.</p>



<p>Please look for College updates to come from LSSC Alert, email, social media and at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lssc.edu/storm/">www.lssc.edu/storm</a>.</p>



<p>Stay safe, Lakehawks!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Citizen Information Lines</h2>



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<li>Lake County:  Open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., call 352-253-9999</li>



<li>Sumter County:  Open 24/7, call 352-689-4400</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Emergency Shelters &#8211; Lake County</h2>



<p>Visit <a href="https://c.lakecountyfl.gov/storm/ ">https://c.lakecountyfl.gov/storm/ </a>or call the Citizens Information Line for more information.</p>



<p>Lake County will open 15 shelters for those who need accommodations during the storm. The shelters will open Tuesday, Oct. 08, at 12 p.m. Residents are encouraged to bring necessary supplies such as medication, bedding, and a pet carrier or crate.&nbsp;</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>East Ridge High &#8211; 13322 Excalibur Road, Clermont</li>



<li>East Ridge Middle &#8211; 13201 Excalibur Road, Clermont</li>



<li>Eustis High &#8211; 1300 E. Washington Ave., Eustis</li>



<li>Leesburg High &#8211; 1401 Yellow Jacket Way, Leesburg</li>



<li>Mount Dora High &#8211; 700 N. Highland St., Mt. Dora</li>



<li>Tavares High &#8211; 603 N. New Hampshire Ave., Tavares&nbsp;</li>
</ul>



<p>Pet-Friendly Shelters:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Mascotte Elementary &#8211; 460 Midway Ave., Mascotte</li>



<li>Round Lake Elementary &#8211; 31333 Round Lake Road, Mt. Dora</li>



<li>Spring Creek Elementary &#8211; 44440 Spring Creek Road, Paisley</li>



<li>Treadway Elementary &#8211; 10619 Treadway School Road, Leesburg</li>
</ul>



<p>Pet-Friendly and Special-Needs Shelters:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Leesburg Elementary &#8211; 2229 South St., Leesburg</li>



<li>Lost Lake Elementary &#8211; 1901 Johns Lake Rd., Clermont</li>



<li>Astatula Elementary &#8211; 13925 Florida Ave., Astatula</li>



<li>Umatilla Elementary &#8211; 401 Lake St., Umatilla</li>



<li>Villages Elementary &#8211; 695 Rolling Acres Rd., Lady Lake</li>
</ul>



<p>Residents who need help getting to a shelter should call the Citizens Information Line to schedule their travel. LakeXpress, Lake County’s fixed-route bus system, will be providing free rides on Wednesday to travelers who state they need to be taken to a shelter. Free rides will continue to be given until conditions become unsafe. Riders must tell the driver they are going to a shelter to use the free ride.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Emergency Shelters &#8211; Sumter County</h2>



<p>Visit <a href="https://www.sumtercountyfl.gov/1109/Shelters">https://www.sumtercountyfl.gov/1109/Shelters</a> or call the Citizens Information Line for more information.</p>



<p>Residents are encouraged to bring necessary supplies such as medication, bedding, and a pet carrier or crate. All shelters are pet-friendly.</p>



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<li>Sumter Fairgrounds &#8211; 7620 SR 471, Webster</li>



<li>South Sumter High School &#8211; 706 N. Main St, SR 475, Bushnell</li>



<li>Wildwood Elementary School &#8211; 300 Huey Street, Wildwood</li>



<li>Webster Elementary School &#8211; 349 S Market Blvd, SR 471, Webster</li>



<li>Center Hill Recreation Center &#8211; 74 S. Virginia Avenue, Center Hill</li>
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<p>&nbsp; Special Needs Shelter:&nbsp;</p>



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<li>Wildwood Community Center &#8211; 6500 Powell Road, Wildwood</li>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Lake-Sumter State College is actively monitoring Tropical Storm Milton moving toward Florida. The College is coordinating with state and local emergency management officials to prepare for the possibility of weather&#8230; <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/lssc-monitoring-tropical-storm-milton-oct-5/" tabindex="-1" aria-hidden="true">Continue reading »</a></p>
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<p>Lake-Sumter State College is actively monitoring Tropical Storm Milton moving toward Florida. The College is coordinating with state and local emergency management officials to prepare for the possibility of weather impacts.</p>



<p><strong>At this time, no decisions have been made regarding closing Lake-Sumter State College. </strong>We will provide regular updates through email, social media and <a href="http://www.lssc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LSSC.edu</a> as we have additional information.</p>



<p>We encourage you to stay up to date with the weather forecasts by watching the local media or visiting <a href="https://www.weather.gov/">weather.gov</a>.</p>



<p>If a decision to close the College is made, an announcement will be made through the <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/safety/emergency-alert/">LSSC Alert system</a>. All faculty, staff and students are automatically enrolled in this system. To update your notification preferences, please visit <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/safety/emergency-alert/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LSSC.edu/emergencyalerts</a> for information on accessing your profile.</p>



<p>Community members can sign up to receive alerts at <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/safety/emergency-alert/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LSSC.edu/emergencyalerts</a> and clicking on the Register button in the upper-right.</p>



<p>We also encourage students and employees to sign up for emergency notifications from County Emergency Management officials.  You can receive alerts from Lake County by signing up for <a href="http://www.alertlake.com/">AlertLake</a> and from Sumter County by signing up for <a href="https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085614874/#/signup">AlertSumter</a>. If you live in another county, please visit <a href="https://apps.floridadisaster.org/alertflorida/">Alert Florida</a> to sign up for emergency alerts from your county.</p>



<p>We also recommend that you begin preparing and reviewing your own emergency plan; important tips are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.floridadisaster.org/planprepare/">https://www.floridadisaster.org/planprepare/</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Stay safe and be prepared, Lakehawks!</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) is stepping up to support our sister colleges in the Florida College System—Florida Gateway College, North Florida College, and St.&#8230; <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/lssc-launches-donation-drive-to-support-florida-college-system-schools-impacted-by-hurricane-helene/" tabindex="-1" aria-hidden="true">Continue reading »</a></p>
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<p>In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) is stepping up to support our sister colleges in the Florida College System—Florida Gateway College, North Florida College, and St. Petersburg College—that were more severely impacted by the storm.</p>



<p>LSSC was fortunate to have experienced minimal damage, but many students and employees at these institutions are facing significant challenges in the storm’s recovery.</p>



<p>To show our solidarity and support students as they continue to work toward their educational goals, LSSC is organizing a college-wide donation drive to collect essential items for the students at these colleges.</p>



<p>The public is invited to join us in this effort to support students in need across Florida.</p>



<p><strong>Please bring all donations by Friday, October 4 at 9:00 a.m.,</strong> to ensure timely delivery to the affected colleges.</p>



<p>The following items are being collected:</p>



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<li><strong>Toiletry items</strong> (toilet paper, toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap (bar or liquid), shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, disposable razors, shaving cream, tissues, hair brushes/combs, sunscreen, etc.)</li>



<li><strong>Cleaning supplies </strong>(multi-surface cleaners, disinfectant wipes, disinfectant spray, brooms/dustpans, mops/mop buckets, sponges, scrub brushes, cleaning cloths, trash bags, laundry detergent, etc.)</li>



<li><strong>Non-perishable food items that do not require a can opener</strong></li>
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<p>Items can be dropped off at the following locations:</p>



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<li><strong>LSSC Leesburg</strong> – Student Services Building Lobby or Science-Math Building Lobby (9501 U.S. Highway 441, Leesburg)</li>



<li><strong>LSSC South Lake </strong>– Building 2 Lobby by Enrollment Services or Science-Health Building Lobby (1250 N. Hancock Rd., Clermont)</li>



<li><strong>LSSC Sumter </strong>– Building 4 Lobby (1423 County Road 526A, Sumterville)</li>



<li><strong>LSSC Four Corners </strong>– Main Lobby (16744 Cagan Crossings Blvd, Clermont)</li>
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<p>For more information, please contact the LSSC Foundation at <a href="mailto:foundation@lssc.edu">foundation@lssc.edu</a>.</p>



<p>The 28 member colleges of the Florida College System are the primary access point to higher education for Floridians. With an array of programs and services, these colleges serve individuals, communities and the state with low-cost, high-quality education opportunities.</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:44:39 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Lake-Sumter State College will reopen as planned today, Friday, Sept. 27. Classes and activities will resume as scheduled. Please know that as storm impacts and power outages may vary across&#8230; <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/lssc-to-reopen-on-friday-sept-27-after-hurricane-helene/" tabindex="-1" aria-hidden="true">Continue reading »</a></p>
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<p>Lake-Sumter State College will reopen as planned today, Friday, Sept. 27. Classes and activities will resume as scheduled.</p>



<p>Please know that as storm impacts and power outages may vary across Central Florida, communicate with your instructor or supervisor who will be flexible regarding your individual situation today.</p>



<p>Damage assessment teams have conducted their reviews of all locations and campuses sustained minimal to no damage following Hurricane Helene.</p>
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		<title>LSSC Update During Hurricane Helene (Sept. 26)</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>An Update from the LSSC Emergency Management Team As we experience Hurricane Helene, our greatest concern is the safety and wellbeing of our students, faculty, staff, and friends of the&#8230; <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/lssc-update-during-hurricane-helene-sept-26/" tabindex="-1" aria-hidden="true">Continue reading »</a></p>
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<p><em>An Update from the LSSC Emergency Management Team</em></p>



<p>As we experience Hurricane Helene, our greatest concern is the safety and wellbeing of our students, faculty, staff, and friends of the college.&nbsp;</p>



<p>As the storm moves through our area, we want each of you to be able to receive the support and assistance that you may need. If you have immediate or emergency needs, please dial 911. Please know that during the worst of the storm, first responders may not be able to immediately respond.</p>



<p><strong>At this time, we plan to open the College on a normal schedule for Friday, Sept. 27.</strong></p>



<p><strong>A final decision will be announced before 7:00 am on Friday, Sept. 27. This will be sent through the LSSC Alert system.</strong></p>



<p>Please know that as impacts may vary across Central Florida, communicate with your instructor or supervisor who will be flexible regarding your individual situation.</p>



<p>Lake-Sumter State College is incredibly appreciative of the first responders, lineworkers and power crews, and countless volunteers in our communities and across the state who are working around the clock to support our state.</p>
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		<title>LSSC to close on Thursday, Sept. 26 due to Tropical Storm Helene</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In anticipation of Tropical Storm Helene, Lake-Sumter State College will close all campus locations and cancel all classes and activities on Thursday, September 26.   The next update from the&#8230; <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/lssc-to-close-on-thursday-sept-26-due-to-tropical-storm-helene/" tabindex="-1" aria-hidden="true">Continue reading »</a></p>
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<p><strong>In anticipation of Tropical Storm Helene, Lake-Sumter State College will close all campus locations and cancel all classes and activities on Thursday, September 26.  </strong></p>



<p>The next update from the Emergency Management Team will be sent by 10:00 pm on Thursday, Sept. 26. A final decision regarding reopening on Friday, September 27 will be sent before 7:00 am on Friday morning. </p>



<p>These updates will be sent through the LSSC Alert system, email, and social media.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Please note that during the closure there will be no access to any facilities on LSSC campuses. For your safety and others, do not attempt to visit any LSSC campus during this closure.&nbsp;</p>



<p>LSSC encourages you to be prepared and stay informed regarding Tropical Storm Helene and impacts to our area by watching the local news and signing up to receive emergency alerts from county officials.&nbsp;</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 20:38:51 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Lake-Sumter State College is actively monitoring Tropical Storm Helene moving toward Florida. The College is coordinating with state and local emergency management officials to prepare for the possibility of weather impacts.</p>



<p><strong>At this time, no decision has been made regarding closing Lake-Sumter State College. </strong>We will provide regular updates through email, social media and <a href="http://www.lssc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LSSC.edu</a> as we have additional information.</p>



<p>We encourage you to stay up to date with the weather forecasts by watching the local media or visiting <a href="https://www.weather.gov/">weather.gov</a>.</p>



<p>If a decision to close the College is made, an&nbsp;announcement will be made through the <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/safety/emergency-alert/">LSSC Alert system</a>. All faculty, staff and students are automatically enrolled in this system. To update your notification preferences, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lssc.edu/safety/emergency-alert/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LSSC.edu/emergencyalerts</a>&nbsp;for information on accessing your profile. Community members can sign up to receive alerts at the same location.</p>



<p>We also encourage you to sign up for emergency notifications from County Emergency Management officials.  You can receive alerts from Lake County by signing up for&nbsp;<a href="http://www.alertlake.com/">AlertLake</a>&nbsp;and from Sumter County by signing up for&nbsp;<a href="https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085614874/#/signup">AlertSumter</a>.&nbsp;If you live in another county, please visit <a href="https://apps.floridadisaster.org/alertflorida/">Alert Florida</a> to sign up for emergency alerts from your county.</p>



<p>We also recommend that you begin preparing and reviewing your own emergency plan; important tips are available at <a href="https://www.floridadisaster.org/planprepare/">https://www.floridadisaster.org/planprepare/</a>. </p>



<p>Stay safe and be prepared, Lakehawks!</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) kicked off the new academic year with a new enrollment record for Fall 2024 – 6,057 students in degree-seeking programs. Across all programs, including youth, non-credit,&#8230; <a href="https://www.lssc.edu/lake-sumter-state-college-celebrates-record-fall-2024-enrollment/" tabindex="-1" aria-hidden="true">Continue reading »</a></p>
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<p>Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) kicked off the new academic year with a new enrollment record for Fall 2024 – 6,057 students in degree-seeking programs.</p>



<p>Across all programs, including youth, non-credit, and workforce credential programs, the College expects to cross 9,000 total students served for the first time ever in the 2024 – 2025 academic year. The College plans to serve over 10,000 students by 2026.</p>



<p>According to the National Student Clearinghouse, enrollment at community colleges is surging across the country as students look to maximize the return on their investment in higher education. At Lake-Sumter State College, this fall’s numbers represent a 15.9% growth from one year ago.</p>



<p>“The College is committed to increasing access to higher education across Lake and Sumter Counties as one of our strategic priorities,” said Dr. Joseph Mews, Vice President of Enrollment &amp; Student Affairs. “We are proud of our historic enrollment growth toward this goal. We are seeing growth across all student types and credentials, while also decreasing their out-of-pocket expenses through financial aid and scholarship opportunities.”</p>



<p><strong>Highlights for Fall 2024:</strong></p>



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<li>6,057:&nbsp; Total students enrolled, an increase of 833 students from last year’s record</li>



<li>1,108:&nbsp; Record number of students classified as first-time-in-college</li>



<li>364:&nbsp; Highest number of students enrolled in bachelor’s programs</li>



<li>91%:&nbsp; Percentage of students that reside in Lake or Sumter County</li>



<li>69%:&nbsp; Students who are 21 and under</li>



<li>27.7%:&nbsp; Record Hispanic student population</li>



<li>Double-digit enrollment growth in all areas served – North Lake, South Lake, North Sumter, and South Sumter</li>



<li>Seated course enrollment is growing in Leesburg and South Lake by over 20% compared to last fall</li>



<li>Fastest growing age demographics are 15-18 and 25-34 age groups</li>
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<p>“We are proud that so many students and families in Lake and Sumter Counties are seeing the value of an education from Lake-Sumter State College,” said Dr. Mews. “These record-breaking numbers reflect the commitment of our dedicated faculty and staff to the success of our students, through rising retention rates and increased student and academic support initiatives.”</p>



<p>Although online courses continue to be a popular choice for students, on campus courses are seeing a resurgence in popularity. Compared to last fall, the Leesburg Campus saw an increase of 22.5% in on campus course enrollments and the South Lake Campus saw a 24.1% increase.</p>



<p>“We continue to focus on offering math and science courses with on-campus options as our data shows that students in this course type typically perform better when they can interact in a face-to-face environment with their professor and their peers,” shared Karen Hogans, Vice President of Academic Affairs. “We are also excited to see more students in all course types come to campus more often to visit the Academic Success Centers to meet with their instructors or peer tutors for support outside of the classroom.”</p>



<p>After being designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution for the first time last year, this year’s student population identifying as Hispanic means that LSSC will continue to be designated as an HSI by Excelencia in Higher Education. </p>



<p>Students can still enroll this fall with 7-week classes starting on October 14 or for Spring 2025 with classes starting on January 13. Visit <a href="https://enroll.lssc.edu">enroll.lssc.edu</a> to learn more.</p>
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