Lake Apopka Natural Gas District offering skilled trades scholarships

Applications now are open to apply for the scholarship.

By Leticia Silva
| 2:46 p.m. June 10, 2026

Alejandro Amiama from Acceleration Academy West is one of the first scholarship recipients.

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The Lake Apopka Natural Gas District now offers skilled trades scholarships to graduating seniors.

This scholarship supports graduates who plan to pursue trade or technical education and are committed to building hands-on skills.

Ten applicants will receive up to $3,000 each in scholarship funds.

Students from the following schools can apply: Ocoee High, Windermere High, West Orange High, Olympia High, Acceleration Academy West, Apopka High, East Ridge High, Lake Minneola High, South Lake High and Wekiva High.

"At LANGD, we believe investing in skilled trades is an investment in our future workforce and quality of life," its website said.

LANGD recognized Acceleration Academy West's Alejandro Amiama as one of its inaugural recipients.

"Pursuing a future in Welding, Alejandro embodies the spirit of what this program is all about," officials said.

To learn more and apply, click here.

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Leticia Silva

Staff writer Leticia Silva is a graduate from the University of Central Florida. As a child, her dream was to become a journalist. Now, her dream is a reality. On her free time she enjoys beach trips, trying new restaurants and spending time with her family and dog.