School Resource Officer Lawson & K-9 Magic Bring Home Top Honors
Seminole County Middle High School is proud to recognize School Resource Officer Jeffrey Lawson and his K-9 partner, Magic, for their outstanding performance at the South Georgia K-9 Workshop, hosted by the Dooly and Houston County Sheriff’s Offices. This event brought together highly trained K-9 units from across the region for intensive training, collaboration, and skill-based competitions.
Officer Lawson and Magic represented Seminole County with excellence, participating in a variety of detection and handling exercises throughout the workshop. Magic impressed everyone with his exceptional scent-tracking abilities, earning 1st Place Top Nose—the highest recognition for detection work at the event. This award highlights Magic’s sharp skills, strong work ethic, and the dedication Officer Lawson puts into training and partnership.
We are incredibly proud of Officer Lawson and Magic for their commitment to keeping our campus and community safe. Their success at this regional workshop is a testament to the professionalism and dedication they bring to Seminole County every day. Congratulations to SRO Lawson and K-9 Magic on this impressive achievement!
CTI Attends Fall Leadership Conference
The annual fall leadership competition conference training gives students the opportunity to learn vital leadership, work readiness, employability, and communication skills. Students compete in an Academic Quiz Bowl, which incorporates core classes, helping students practice effective test-taking skills. FLC includes a formal dinner in the beautiful grand ballroom, where students learn and explore social skills and business etiquette needed for a helpful transition after high school. The training offers access to business and industry tours, connections to post-secondary education, and numerous breakout sessions covering topics such as dress for success, financial management, interviewing skills, self-advocacy, self-regulation tools, and much more.
The annual fall leadership competition conference training gives students the opportunity to learn vital leadership, work readiness, employability, and communication skills. Students compete in an Academic Quiz Bowl, which incorporates core classes, helping students practice effective test-taking skills. FLC includes a formal dinner in the beautiful grand ballroom, where students learn and explore social skills and business etiquette needed for a helpful transition after high school. The training offers access to business and industry tours, connections to post-secondary education, and numerous breakout sessions covering topics such as dress for success, financial management, interviewing skills, self-advocacy, self-regulation tools, and much more.
Congratulations to our November Students of the Month and Employees of the Month!
Game time changes!
Tuesday's (November 25) Basketball Games at Stewart Co. have been moved. Girls will start their game at 1:00PM and the boys game will follow. Thank you, and Go Indians!
Tuesday's (November 25) Basketball Games at Stewart Co. have been moved. Girls will start their game at 1:00PM and the boys game will follow. Thank you, and Go Indians!
Happy Thanksgiving
Staff Friendsgiving Brings Food, Fun, and Fellowship
Our Seminole County Middle High School staff enjoyed a wonderful Friendsgiving celebration this week! Teachers and staff members brought in a delicious variety of soups, dips, desserts, and other treats to share, filling the room with fellowship and plenty of fall flavors.
As part of the fun, we hosted a friendly food competition featuring several categories. Congratulations to this year’s winners:
Best Grab & Go: Jalapeño Popper Dip – Whitney Fulford
Best Dessert: Ooey Gooey Bars – Madison Moore
Best Appetizer: BLT Dip – Peggy Thompson
Best Soup: Potato Soup – Brandi Chance
Best Overall Dish: Chicken Jallop – Sandy Hunter
It was a wonderful time of community, laughter, and great food—another reminder of how special our staff truly is. We hope everyone has a safe, restful, and very happy Thanksgiving!
Our Seminole County Middle High School staff enjoyed a wonderful Friendsgiving celebration this week! Teachers and staff members brought in a delicious variety of soups, dips, desserts, and other treats to share, filling the room with fellowship and plenty of fall flavors.
As part of the fun, we hosted a friendly food competition featuring several categories. Congratulations to this year’s winners:
Best Grab & Go: Jalapeño Popper Dip – Whitney Fulford
Best Dessert: Ooey Gooey Bars – Madison Moore
Best Appetizer: BLT Dip – Peggy Thompson
Best Soup: Potato Soup – Brandi Chance
Best Overall Dish: Chicken Jallop – Sandy Hunter
It was a wonderful time of community, laughter, and great food—another reminder of how special our staff truly is. We hope everyone has a safe, restful, and very happy Thanksgiving!
Congratulations to the Seminole County Football 2025 All-Region Team
AP Biology Students Dive Into Hands-On Cellular Respiration
AP Biology students wrapped up Unit 3: Cellular Energetics with a fun, hands-on “bread-in-a-bag” investigation exploring the power of anaerobic respiration. Using simple materials - flour, sugar, salt, yeast, and warm water - students created miniature fermentation chambers to observe how living cells convert energy without oxygen.
As the yeast began breaking down sugar molecules, students watched the bag inflate, providing a clear visual of carbon dioxide production during anaerobic respiration. This engaging activity helped students connect abstract biochemical pathways to real-world biological processes while reinforcing key concepts of cellular respiration.
The lab was student-centered, energetic, and a delicious way to bring cellular biology to life!
AP Biology students wrapped up Unit 3: Cellular Energetics with a fun, hands-on “bread-in-a-bag” investigation exploring the power of anaerobic respiration. Using simple materials - flour, sugar, salt, yeast, and warm water - students created miniature fermentation chambers to observe how living cells convert energy without oxygen.
As the yeast began breaking down sugar molecules, students watched the bag inflate, providing a clear visual of carbon dioxide production during anaerobic respiration. This engaging activity helped students connect abstract biochemical pathways to real-world biological processes while reinforcing key concepts of cellular respiration.
The lab was student-centered, energetic, and a delicious way to bring cellular biology to life!
Seminole County Seniors participate in Apply to College Day
Seminole County Middle High School seniors took an important step toward their futures during the school’s Apply to College Day, held as part of Georgia’s Apply to College Month. Each November, this statewide initiative encourages high school seniors to begin or complete the college application process and explore opportunities that align with their postsecondary goals. Throughout the month, many colleges and universities across Georgia waive their application fees, making the process more accessible for all students.
During the event, admissions representatives from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, Southern Regional Technical College, and Valdosta State University were on campus to assist students. Their presence offered seniors the chance to ask questions, receive personalized support, and gain confidence as they move forward with their plans. Seminole County Schools extends sincere appreciation to these institutions for their continued partnership and commitment to student success. We would also like to give a shoutout to our AV Tech class and Seniors who helped make our video presentation for this event.
Seminole County Middle High School seniors took an important step toward their futures during the school’s Apply to College Day, held as part of Georgia’s Apply to College Month. Each November, this statewide initiative encourages high school seniors to begin or complete the college application process and explore opportunities that align with their postsecondary goals. Throughout the month, many colleges and universities across Georgia waive their application fees, making the process more accessible for all students.
During the event, admissions representatives from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, Southern Regional Technical College, and Valdosta State University were on campus to assist students. Their presence offered seniors the chance to ask questions, receive personalized support, and gain confidence as they move forward with their plans. Seminole County Schools extends sincere appreciation to these institutions for their continued partnership and commitment to student success. We would also like to give a shoutout to our AV Tech class and Seniors who helped make our video presentation for this event.
REACH Scholarship Signing
On Wednesday November 12, 2025, Seminole County Schools signed five students as REACH Scholarship candidates. REACH stands for Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen. REACH Georgia is the State's first needs-based mentorship and college scholarship program. The mission of REACH is to ensure that Georgia’s academically promising students have the academic, social, and financial support needed to graduate from high school, have access to college, and achieve postsecondary success. Each REACH scholar will be assigned a mentor from the community, as well as an academic coach to provide support and encouragement throughout their high school career. REACH Scholars who maintain the requirements of the scholarship throughout their high school career will receive $10,000 towards their college education. We would like to congratulate the following students for being selected as Seminole County's 2025-2026 REACH Scholarship candidates: Ke’Miyah Gardner, Rhy’leigh Handford, Kerrason Johnson (Not pictured), Ja’khia Lewis, and Seymon Wright
On Wednesday November 12, 2025, Seminole County Schools signed five students as REACH Scholarship candidates. REACH stands for Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen. REACH Georgia is the State's first needs-based mentorship and college scholarship program. The mission of REACH is to ensure that Georgia’s academically promising students have the academic, social, and financial support needed to graduate from high school, have access to college, and achieve postsecondary success. Each REACH scholar will be assigned a mentor from the community, as well as an academic coach to provide support and encouragement throughout their high school career. REACH Scholars who maintain the requirements of the scholarship throughout their high school career will receive $10,000 towards their college education. We would like to congratulate the following students for being selected as Seminole County's 2025-2026 REACH Scholarship candidates: Ke’Miyah Gardner, Rhy’leigh Handford, Kerrason Johnson (Not pictured), Ja’khia Lewis, and Seymon Wright
Thank You!
A big shout-out goes to Miss Lawhorn and her students—Caleb Key, Everett Gingery, Koi Thorton, Tristen Hopkins, Zy’Mear Barber, Ryan Reed, and Kason Dukes—for their hard work and community spirit this week. These elementary students took it upon themselves to help prepare our football stadium for the playoff game, removing approximately 25 pounds of trash from the field and bleachers. Their teamwork and leadership made a noticeable difference, and we are proud of their efforts. Special thanks to Miss Lawhorn for guiding her students in this project and to Mr. Johnson, Elementary School Principal, for organizing and supporting this initiative.
A big shout-out goes to Miss Lawhorn and her students—Caleb Key, Everett Gingery, Koi Thorton, Tristen Hopkins, Zy’Mear Barber, Ryan Reed, and Kason Dukes—for their hard work and community spirit this week. These elementary students took it upon themselves to help prepare our football stadium for the playoff game, removing approximately 25 pounds of trash from the field and bleachers. Their teamwork and leadership made a noticeable difference, and we are proud of their efforts. Special thanks to Miss Lawhorn for guiding her students in this project and to Mr. Johnson, Elementary School Principal, for organizing and supporting this initiative.
SCMHS PTO Fundraiser!
Help support our students through the PTO. Order forms can be picked up in the front office.
Help support our students through the PTO. Order forms can be picked up in the front office.
Go Indians!!
Attention Parents
Let's Go Indians!!
The Indians will face off against Washington Wilkes on Friday, November 14, at 7:30 PM in the first round of the state playoffs. Tickets can be purchased on GoFan.co or at the gate. All tickets are $10. Come out and support your Indians!!
The Indians will face off against Washington Wilkes on Friday, November 14, at 7:30 PM in the first round of the state playoffs. Tickets can be purchased on GoFan.co or at the gate. All tickets are $10. Come out and support your Indians!!
Seminole County Schools K-12 Building Dedication and Ribbon-Cutting
Seminole County Schools is pleased to announce the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Seminole County K-12 School, scheduled for Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Community members, students, families, and staff are invited to attend and join in this historic celebration. Following the ribbon cutting, guided tours of the new facilities will be available, and light refreshments will be served.
Parking will be available on the current Middle High School campus and in the rear of the new K-12 building.
We look forward to celebrating this exciting new chapter in education for Seminole County and invite everyone to share in this moment of pride for our community.
Seminole County Schools is pleased to announce the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Seminole County K-12 School, scheduled for Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Community members, students, families, and staff are invited to attend and join in this historic celebration. Following the ribbon cutting, guided tours of the new facilities will be available, and light refreshments will be served.
Parking will be available on the current Middle High School campus and in the rear of the new K-12 building.
We look forward to celebrating this exciting new chapter in education for Seminole County and invite everyone to share in this moment of pride for our community.
Online Registration/OLR Reminder
Dear Parent/Guardian,
If you have not completed the Annual Information Update (also known as Online Registration or OLR) through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal, you may receive a phone call from the school as a reminder.
This form was due by November 1, 2025. If you do not have internet access, you may visit the Board of Education office to complete your application.
Please let us know if we can help you!
Dear Parent/Guardian,
If you have not completed the Annual Information Update (also known as Online Registration or OLR) through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal, you may receive a phone call from the school as a reminder.
This form was due by November 1, 2025. If you do not have internet access, you may visit the Board of Education office to complete your application.
Please let us know if we can help you!
Good Luck to our Cross Country teams as they head to State this weekend!
