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Leesburg High and Habitat for Humanity Celebrate Newest Youth Construction Academy “Dream Team”

September 5, 2024 Courtesy of Lake and Sumter Style. Written by Gina Horan.

About one-hundred students, faculty and guests gathered in the Leesburg High campus auditorium to celebrate the 2024/25 Youth Construction Academy’s eleven member “Dream Team.” In-attendance were Principal Michael Randolph, Habitat for Humanity Lake-Sumter CEO Danielle Stroud, Lake County School Superintendent Diane Kornegay, school board member Tyler Brandenburg and RoMac CEO Don Magruder.

Accompanied by the marching band, cheer team and spirit squad, Principal Randolph started off the celebration in his usual positive manner with a few words of wisdom.

“You have a legacy and standard to uphold,” he said from the lectern. “We are proud of you as you embark on building your sixth house!” 

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