Attention: Special Education Parents!

Planning for graduation can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone!

Join Project 10 and Family Network on Disabilities (FND) for a free, 6-part virtual webinar series: The Road to Graduation. Designed for families, caregivers, educators, and secondary transition planning stakeholders, this series covers Florida’s graduation options, diploma pathways, transition planning, and key decisions for your student's future.

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. EST (via Zoom) Please note: These webinars are free to attend, but they will not be recorded.
Session Schedule:

Oct 21, 2026: Getting Started: Navigating the Road to Graduation
Nov 18, 2026: Understanding Standard Diploma Pathways
Dec 16, 2026: Courses, Accommodations, Assessments & Diploma Designations
Jan 20, 2027: Planning Beyond the Diploma: Deferral & College/Career Readiness
Feb 17, 2027: Tools for the Journey: Graduation and Transition Resources for Families
Mar 17, 2027: Putting It All Together: A Family Roadmap to Graduation

Register to get your Zoom link: https://bit.ly/4hoRdFK #GraduationPlanning #FloridaEducation #TransitionEducation #FamilyNetworkOnDisabilities #Project10 #WebinarSeries #SpecialEducation
about 2 hours ago, Lake Placid High
Event flyer for The Road to Graduation webinar series presented by Project 10 and FND
Attention Green Dragon students and families! Mid-year testing is coming up. Please review the schedule below, mark your calendars, and make sure your student is ready to show their growth!
1 day ago, Lake Placid High
LAKE PLACID HIGH SCHOOL MID-YEAR TESTING Know the Dates. Be Present. Do Your Best. MAP GROWTH ASSESSMENT 2 MAP Growth is a computer-adaptive interim assessment used to measure student achievement and growth. It helps teachers identify what students know, find areas where additional support may be needed, and make instructional decisions throughout the school year. Testing Schedule: ELA 9th Grade: Nov. 4-6 ELA 10th Grade: Nov. 4-6 Algebra: Nov. 9-10 Geometry: Nov. 16-20 FAST PM2 Florida FAST Progress Monitoring is part of Florida's three-times-per-year progress monitoring system. These assessments measure student progress and guide instruction to support learning throughout the year. Testing Schedule: 9th Grade: Dec. 1 10th Grade: Dec. 2 GRADUATION REQUIREMENT RETAKES Graduation requirement retakes are for eligible students who have not yet met graduation testing requirements. These retakes provide another opportunity to demonstrate proficiency and meet state graduation requirements. Testing Schedule: Algebra 1 EOC Retake (11th & 12th Grade): Dec. 11, 2026 ELA Retakes (11th & 12th Grade): Dec. 15, 2026 ATTENDANCE MATTERS! Be at school. Be on time. Be ready to do your best! Testing Tips: Be at school on testing days Arrive on time Eat breakfast for a strong start Bring a charged Chromebook Get a good night's sleep Give your best effort! These assessments are designed to show progress and identify what students are ready to learn. Every test is an opportunity to show growth.
🐝 Creating a Buzz at Lake Placid High School! 🐝
Huge thanks to Joanne McDaniel from CBbees for visiting Mrs. Sohn’s Leadership class to share her amazing work with bees as part of our students' environmental project! Our Dragons learned so much about the importance of bees and environmental stewardship.

Shoutout to Mrs. Sohn’s students for taking the lead on local environmental awareness, and a special thanks to Luis Lemus from Digital Design 2 for creating this awesome graphic! 🐉✨

#LakePlacidHighSchool #DragonPride #LPHS #EnvironmentalProject #CBbees #StudentLeadership #DigitalDesign
2 days ago, Lake Placid High
Graphic thanking Joanne McDaniel from CBbees for speaking to the leadership class on September 15, 2026, about her bee work for an environmental project.

Attention Lake Placid High parents and guardians!

Grades for the first nine weeks will be current and up to date for viewing in your Skyward Family Access accounts starting on Friday, October 16. Please note that we will not be sending home paper report cards. However, if your student needs a paper copy, they may request one in the Guidance Office. If you need Skyward credentials or require assistance, please contact Mr. Irwin at 863-699-5010 or email him at irwind@highlands.k12.fl.us.

2 days ago, Lake Placid High
LPHS 1st Nine Weeks grades viewable Oct 16 in Skyward. No paper report cards sent home.
Don't forget to plan ahead for transportation on Thursday, October 15th for Early Release at 1:30. Also there will be no school on Friday, October 16th.
3 days ago, Mrs. Summers
Early release Thursday No school Friday
🔬🧬 Hands-On Learning in Science! 🧪🐉

Science comes to life in Ms. Brady’s classroom! 💚

Students worked together to sort and match the characteristics, descriptions, and examples of the four major biomolecules—carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids!

Through collaboration, critical thinking, and hands-on learning, our Dragons strengthened their understanding of the building blocks of life!

👏 Great job, Dragons, putting your knowledge into action!

🎨 Special shoutout to Miguel R. for creating this awesome graphic highlighting classroom learning!

#LPHOneDragon #GreenDragonPride #HandsOnLearning #ScienceInAction #StudentSpotlight
5 days ago, Lake Placid High
Navy blue science graphic titled “Hands-On Learning in Science!” features three classroom photos of students in Ms. Brady’s class working collaboratively to sort colorful cards identifying the characteristics, descriptions, and examples of four major biomolecules: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. The design includes a green dragon logo, DNA illustrations, molecular structures, and a large microscope. Text highlights teamwork, hands-on learning, and students’ growing understanding of biomolecules. Designed by Miguel R.
Showing up brewed up some serious rewards today at LPHS! Huge shoutout to the over 600 Lake Placid High students in the 90% Club who earned a ticket to treat themselves at the Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee truck! By being present at least 90% of the days since the school year kicked off, these Dragons proved that dedication pays off—one delicious drink at a time. Keep bringing that energy and showing up every day, Dragons. Let’s keep this streak going! At Lake Placid High, Dragons show up, momentum follows!

#DragonPride #LakePlacidHigh #90PercentClub #AttendanceMatters #TravelinTomsCoffee #LPHS #ShowUpDragons
7 days ago, Lake Placid High
Students and staff pose together outside in front of a Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck.
Students ordering drinks at the window of a Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck.
A student gives a peace sign as a group of students and staff pose by a coffee truck.
🧁💚 Dragons, bring your cash! 💚🧁

The Class of 2028 Study Hall Snack Cart is rolling your way Thursday, October 8! Grab a tasty snack during study hall while supporting the Junior class at the same time.

💵 Cash only — don’t forget to bring some!

Every purchase helps support Class of 2028 activities and events. 🐉

#LPHS #OneDragon #ClassOf2028 #JuniorClass #SnackCart
8 days ago, Lake Placid High
Junior Class Study Hall Snack Cart flyer featuring a green, black, and white snack cart surrounded by muffins. The cart will be available Thursday, October 8. Students are encouraged to bring cash to purchase snacks and help support the Class of 2028.
⚽🐉 Calling all Lady Dragons! 🐉⚽
Ready to hit the field and show what you’ve got? LPHS Girls Soccer Tryouts are coming up!
📅 October 12–14 & October 19–23
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Practice field behind the gym
✅ Important: You must be cleared on Home Campus in order to try out.
Get ready now! Conditioning is every Tuesday and Thursday until tryouts.
Come out, work hard, and SHOW YOUR SKILL! 💚⚽
#LPHS #OneDragon #GreenDragons #GirlsSoccer #LPHSAthletics #SoccerTryouts
8 days ago, Lake Placid High
Green and white Lake Placid High School Girls Soccer Tryouts flyer. Tryouts are October 12–14 and October 19–23 from 4:00–6:00 PM on the practice field behind the gym. Students must be cleared on Home Campus to try out. Conditioning is held every Tuesday and Thursday until tryouts. Flyer reads, “Come and show your skill.”
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN DUAL ENROLLMENT? DUAL ENROLLMENT INFORMATION SESSION Date: Tuesday, Oct. 20 Time: 6 p.m. Location: SFSC Lake Placid Campus

It's Possible to Save Money on College. SFSC tuition is waived for high school students who take approved college-level classes through SFSC's Dual Enrollment program.

It's Possible to Finish College Faster.
When Dual Enrollment students take college-level classes, they earn credits that apply to both their high school and college graduation requirements.

It's Possible to Choose Your Path.
Dual Enrollment students can earn an associate degree, college credit certificate, or career certificate in a vocational program. South Florida State College - IT'S POSSIBLE

Website: southflorida.edu SFSC Recruiter: 863-784-7447

See the flyer for more information:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hRFKQP2V9OKcKbzuGl5SIgs4Cqaapamr/view?usp=sharing



8 days ago, Dave Irwin
SFSC Dual Enrollment Information Session flyer for October 20 at 6 PM at Lake Placid Campus.
📚🐉 10th Graders—PSAT Day is almost here!
The PSAT is Wednesday, October 7 at 9:00 AM! Students should report to Study Hall first and will be called to their testing locations promptly at 9:00.
💻 Don’t forget your FULLY CHARGED Chromebook!
☕ Earned a Coffee Truck pass? Be sure to stop by the Coffee Truck before reporting to Study Hall.
Come prepared, be on time, and do your best, Dragons! 💚🐉
#LPHS #OneDragon #PSAT #GreenDragons
9 days ago, Lake Placid High
Important PSAT reminder for 10th-grade students. PSAT testing is Wednesday, October 7, at 9:00 a.m. Students should report to Study Hall before being called to testing locations and must bring a fully charged Chromebook. Students who earned a Coffee Truck pass should visit the truck before Study Hall. Graphic features a green dragon holding a Chromebook displaying the testing information.
💚💛 Homecoming Dance Reminders, Dragons! 💃🕺🐉
The big night is almost here! Before you get dressed up and ready to dance, make sure you know these important reminders:
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ 8:00–11:00 PM
🏫 Students must attend school all day Friday or provide a doctor’s note by 4:00 PM Friday.
⏰ No admittance after 9:00 PM.
🚪 Students and guests cannot leave before 10:00 PM without parent/guardian permission when contacted by LPH staff.
🚗 Have transportation ready for pickup when the dance ends at 11:00 PM.
🧦 No shoes in the gym—wear your craziest socks!
📋 All school rules apply throughout the event.
Have fun, make memories, and enjoy the final celebration of Homecoming 2026! 👑✨
#LPHS #OneDragon #Homecoming2026 #GreenDragons #DragonPride
12 days ago, Lake Placid High
Lake Placid High School Homecoming Dance reminders. Dance is Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 8–11 PM. Students must attend school all day Friday or provide a doctor’s note by 4 PM Friday. No admittance after 9 PM. Students and guests may not leave before 10 PM without parent/guardian permission when contacted by LPH staff. Transportation must be ready for pickup at 11 PM. No shoes in the gym; wear crazy socks. All school rules apply.
🏈💚 IT’S HOMECOMING GAME DAY, DRAGONS! 🤍👑

Tonight, Lake Placid High School takes on DeSoto High under the lights! Come pack the stands, bring the Dragon spirit, and help us make Homecoming 2026 a night to remember!

📅 Tonight — October 2, 2026
⏰ Gates open at 6:45 PM; Kickoff is at 7:30 PM
📍 Roger Scarborough Memorial Stadium
👑 Homecoming King & Queen crowned at halftime

🎟️ Tickets available on GoFan https://gofan.co/event/6815765?schoolId=FL5933
• $9 Bleachers
• $15 Concrete Seats

Wear your green and whiwte, get loud, and cheer on our Dragons! 🐉🏈

ONE SCHOOL. ONE COMMUNITY. ONE DRAGON. 💚🤍

#LPHS #OneDragon #GreenDragons #Homecoming2026 #GameDay #DragonPride



12 days ago, Lake Placid High
Green and gold Lake Placid High School Homecoming football game invitation. LPHS plays DeSoto High on October 2, 2026, at 7:30 PM at Roger Scarborough Memorial Stadium. Homecoming King and Queen will be crowned at halftime. Tickets are available on GoFan: $9 for bleachers and $15 for concrete seats. Graphic features footballs, crowns, and festive gold accents.
🐉💚 LPHS Homecoming Parade 2026! 💚🐉

Join us Friday, October 2 at 10:00 AM and line the parade route to cheer on our Green Dragons! The parade starts at LPHS, travels down Green Dragon Drive to Interlake Boulevard, around the circle, and ends near Walgreens.

🗳️ NEW THIS YEAR: Parade viewers can scan a QR code to vote for their favorite float and help crown the People’s Choice winner!

Bring your Green Dragon spirit and come celebrate Homecoming with us! 💚💛

#LPHS #OneDragon #Homecoming2026 #GreenDragonPride #LPHSHOCO
13 days ago, Lake Placid High
Colorful flyer for the LPHS Homecoming Parade 2026. The parade is Friday, October 2, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM at Lake Placid High School. The route travels down Green Dragon Drive to Interlake Boulevard, around the circle, then up Interlake, ending at the intersection before Walgreens. Community members are encouraged to line the route and cheer for students, clubs, teams, organizations, and Homecoming participants. New this year, parade viewers can scan a QR code to vote for their favorite float for the People’s Choice award. The flyer features green and gold school colors, the Lake Placid Dragons logo, and illustrated marching band members.
🏈🔥 LPHS RUMBLE NIGHT IS ALMOST HERE! 🔥🏈

Get ready, Dragons! Join us Wednesday, September 30 at Roger Scarborough Memorial Stadium for an action-packed night of competition, school spirit, and fun! 🐉💚

🎟️ Gates open at 6:00 PM — NO entry before 6:00
🏃 First relay starts at 6:40 PM
💵 Admission: $3 OR 3 cans of non-perishable food to support a local food bank
🍿 Concessions available to benefit the Class of 2027 Project Graduation!

Come cheer on our Powder Puff players, cheerleaders, relay teams, and Rumble Night competitors!

🎨 SHOW YOUR CLASS SPIRIT!
9️⃣ Freshmen — Black
🔟 Sophomores — Purple
1️⃣1️⃣ Juniors — Pink
1️⃣2️⃣ Seniors — Teal

Bring your energy, bring your school spirit, and get ready to RUMBLE! 💥🏈

#LPHS #OneDragon #Hoco2026 #RumbleNight #DragonPride #LPHHomecoming #ClassOf2027
15 days ago, Lake Placid High
LPHS Rumble Night, Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Roger Scarborough Memorial Stadium. Gates open at 6:00 p.m.; no entry before 6:00. Powder Puff players, cheerleaders, and relay participants may enter at 6:00. First relay begins at 6:40 p.m. Admission is $3 or three cans of non-perishable food for a local food bank. Concessions benefit the Class of 2027 Project Graduation. Students should wear class colors: 9th black, 10th purple, 11th pink, and 12th teal.
🏋️‍♀️💚 STRONG GIRLS. STRONG DRAGONS! 💚🏋️‍♀️

Calling all Lady Dragons! 🐉 Ready to challenge yourself and build your strength? Girls' weightlifting starts TOMORROW!

📅 Wednesday, September 30
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 Weight Room Across the Street

⚠️ IMPORTANT: All participants MUST be cleared through Athletic Clearance before participating.

Come out, get involved, and show your Dragon strength! 💪🔥

#LPHOneDragon #GirlsWeightlifting #LadyDragons #DragonStrong #DragonPride
15 days ago, Lake Placid High
Green and white Girls Weightlifting flyer featuring the LPHS dragon logo and silhouettes of female weightlifters. Girls interested in participating should report to the weight room across the street on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. Students must be cleared through Athletic Clearance before participating.
🐉💚 HOMECOMING WEEK IS HERE, DRAGONS! 💚🐉

It’s time to MAXIMIZE MOMENTUM and get involved at LPHS! 🔥 Whether you’re dressing up, competing, cheering from the stands, or showing your Dragon pride, there’s something happening all week long!

👕 Show up for our Spirit Days
🔥 Join us Monday for the Bonfire & Kickball Tournament
🏆 Bring the energy Wednesday at Rumble Night
🎉 Celebrate Friday with the Homecoming Parade & Pep Rally
🏈 Finish the week under the Friday night lights with Dragon Football!
Check the schedule, make your plans, and GET INVOLVED! The more Dragons who participate, the better Homecoming Week will be.

💚🐉 Dragons Show Up. Momentum Follows.

#LPHS #OneDragon #Homecoming2026 #HOCO2026 #MaximizeMomentum #DragonPride #GetInvolved
16 days ago, Lake Placid High
Green LPHS dragon mascot holds a “Maximize Momentum: Get Involved at LPHS” Homecoming Week schedule. Dress-up days include Marvel vs. DC Monday, Sorority/Fraternity vs. Nerds Tuesday, Color Wars Wednesday, Dress Your Grade Thursday, and School Spirit Day Friday. Events include Monday’s Bonfire & Kickball Tournament, Wednesday’s Rumble, and Friday’s parade, pep rally, and football game.
🔥🏈 HOCO WEEK IS FOR THE WHOLE DRAGON COMMUNITY! 🐉💚

Lake Placid High School invites our students, families, alumni, and community members to come out and join us for two exciting Homecoming Week events followed by the parade on Friday and the football game on Friday night!

🔥 HOCO Bonfire — Monday, September 28 | 6–8 PM
Enjoy the first-ever LPHS Kickball Tournament, cornhole and outdoor games, foodtrucks, and time together beforethe bonfire! The bonfire lights at 7:30 PM. Admission is $3, with proceeds benefiting the Class of 2027. Bring a chair or blanket and come hang out with the Dragon community!

🏈 LPHS Rumble Night — Wednesday, September 30 | 6:30 PM
Head to Roger Scarborough Memorial Stadium for a fun night of friendly competition, including pillow fights, baby food eating, shaving cream cheese puff challenges, Powder Puff games, tug-of-war, and more! Admission is $3 OR 3 cans of non-perishable food to support a local food bank. The first relay begins at 6:40 PM.

💚 Whether you’re a student, parent, staff member, alumnus, or community supporter, come be part of the excitement and help us make HOCO Week 2026 one to remember!

🐉 Show up. Get involved. Cheer loud. ONE DRAGON! 🔥
17 days ago, Lake Placid High
LPHS Bonfire Night Info
LPHS Rumble Night Info

🐉 HOCO WEEK IS HERE, DRAGONS! 🐉

LPHS staff and students, it’s time to WEAR IT. SHOW IT. SHOW YOUR DRAGON PRIDE! 💚🤍 Join in on our Homecoming Dress-Up Days all week long!

🦸 Monday: Marvel vs. DC
🤓 Tuesday: Sorority/Fraternity vs. Nerds
🎨 Wednesday: Color Wars
👶➡️👵 Thursday: Dress Your Grade
💚🤍 Friday: Dragon Spirit Day — GREEN & WHITE!

Staff, we want to see you joining the fun too! 🙌 Get creative, participate, take pictures, and help us fill LPHS with school spirit all week.

🔥 ONE SCHOOL. ONE DRAGON. ONE EPIC HOCO WEEK! 🐉
#LPHS #OneDragon #DragonPride #LPHSHOCO #Homecoming2026 #HOCOWeek

17 days ago, Lake Placid High
raphic titled “LPHS HOCO Dress Up Days: Wear It. Show It. Dragon Pride.” Monday: Marvel vs. DC. Tuesday: Sorority/Fraternity vs. Nerds. Wednesday Color Wars—seniors teal, juniors pink, sophomores purple, freshmen black. Thursday Dress Your Grade—freshmen babies, sophomores teens, juniors adults, seniors elders. Friday: Dragon Spirit Day—wear green and white. Designed by Kamya Armstrong.
📣 HOCO DANCE TIME CORRECTION! 🐉💚

Please note a correction to the Homecoming Dance end time posted earlier. The LPHS Homecoming Dance is from 8:00–11:00 PM. 💃🕺

A few important reminders for all students attending:

🎟️ No ticket refunds or transfers.
⏰ No admittance after 9:00 PM.
📱 Parent/guardian contact will be made for students leaving before 10:00 PM.
📋 All school rules apply at the HOCO Dance. Students will be held to the terms of the SBHC Code of Conduct.

We’re looking forward to a great night with our Dragons! 💚🤍🐉

#LPHS #LPHSHomecoming #Homecoming2026 #OneDragon #DragonPride
19 days ago, Lake Placid High
Lake Placid High School Homecoming 2026 schedule, Sept. 28–Oct. 3. Monday: Marvel vs. DC; Bonfire & Kickball Tournament, 6–8 p.m., $3 admission. Tuesday: Sorority/Fraternity vs. Nerds. Wednesday: Color War; royalty voting and The Rumble, 6–8 p.m. Thursday: Dress Your Grade. Friday: Spirit Day, parade, pep rally, and football game at 7:30 p.m. Saturday: Homecoming Dance in the LPHS Gym, 8–10 p.m.