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“Our board was concerned about the debt that they were incurring, so several years ago, they adopted a pay as you go process. That slowed down the building of our new construction, but we’ve been able to maintain a robust five-year capital plan while decreasing our debt,” expands Kornegay. Currently, two new schools are opening, including a replacement for a century old building and the new Minneola Horizon Academy, along with several renovation and expansion projects across the county. The district has also celebrated major academic milestones in recent years. Kornegay touts, “We are now designated as an “A” rated district. That has not happened in Lake County since 2008. I would say that our focus on collaborative learning for both teachers and students has been instrumental in helping us to get there. We’re super proud of that, it’s something we’ve been working very hard to achieve.” She credits graduation rates that have climbed from 77 percent in 2017 to 93 percent today, as well as students earning almost 5000 industry certifications Products issued by National Life Insurance Company® | Life Insurance Company of the Southwest® National Life Group® is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company (NLIC), Montpelier, VT, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest (LSW), Addison, TX and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. National Life Group and its representatives are neither endorsed by nor affiliated with any government entity or school district. No bank or credit union guarantee | Not a deposit | Not FDIC/NCUA insured | May lose value | Not insured by any federal or state government agency Guarantees are dependent upon the claims-paying ability of the issuing company. TC8233942(0825)1 Cat No 108429(0725) How can we serve you? Scan to visit RetirementHomeroom.com One partner for retirement peace of mind. 30+ years of your trust. 2,500+ Lake County Schools employees served. 15 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 09 LAKE COUNTY SCHOOLS

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