🎂Happy Birthday, Mrs. Miller!
about 19 hours ago, Lake Placid High
Lake Placid High School is so lucky to have someone as dedicated, thoughtful, and spirited as you! You go above and beyond to support both students and staff every day. Your hard work behind the scenes in classrooms and front and center with the Sunshine Committee brings joy and positivity to our campus.
🏈 Summer Football Workouts are HERE! 💪 📅 Start Date: Monday, June 2nd 🕓 Time: 4 PM 📍 Location: New Weight Building All current high schoolers AND incoming 9th graders interested in playing football this season, this is for YOU! We'll be lifting weights and preparing for the season ahead. 🔥 IMPORTANT: You must have your physical and athletic clearance completed for the 2025-2026 school year. Got questions? Reach out to Coach Del Castillo at 📧 delcastj@highlands.k12.fl.us Let’s get to work, Dragons! 🐉🏈 #DragonFootball #SummerGrind #HighSchoolFootball #WeightRoomReady
4 days ago, Lake Placid High
"Flyer for Summer Football Workouts with a green and white dragon logo on a football. Text reads: 'Summer Football Workouts will START Monday, June 2nd, 4 pm at the new weight building. This is for current High Schoolers and incoming 9th graders interested in playing for the coming season. We will lift weights, among other things.' Below in bold: 'You must have your physical entered and athletic clearance for the 25-26 school year done.' Contact info: 'Any questions or help needed, reach out to Coach Del Castillo at delcastj@highlands.k12.fl.us.' The image includes a football field background and a large football in the foreground with a green dragon logo.
📰 Want to help create the LPHS Yearbook? 📚 Apply for Journalism 1 TODAY! If you're interested in joining Journalism 1 at Lake Placid High School for the 2025–2026 school year, you MUST apply—even if you already selected it on your scheduling form. 🗓 Deadline to apply: June 30, 2025 📲 Complete the Google Form here: https://forms.gle/7wevSKJScqKUMZPQA ✨ Help build the book that captures our school year. Don’t miss out! #LPHSJournalism #YearbookStaff #BuildTheBook
6 days ago, Lake Placid High
Promotional flyer for LPHS Journalism 1 application. Text reads: 'LPHS Journalism 1 – Apply Today. Any student interested in being in Journalism 1 at LPHS for the 2025–2026 school year to build the yearbook, please apply by June 30th.' Bold text states: 'All students interested must apply – even if you marked Journalism 1 on your scheduling page.' At the bottom: 'June 30, 2025 – Deadline to apply' with a calendar icon. A yellow badge says 'Build the Book'. A green link at the bottom reads: 'Complete the Google Form online: https://forms.gle/7wevSKJScqKUMZPQA'. On the right, there's an image of a green and gold yearbook cover that reads 'Lake Placid High School 2025–26' with a dragon logo.
🏈 Summer Football Workouts are HERE! 💪 📅 Start Date: Monday, June 2nd 🕓 Time: 4 PM 📍 Location: New Weight Building All current high schoolers AND incoming 9th graders interested in playing football this season, this is for YOU! We'll be lifting weights and preparing for the season ahead. 🔥 IMPORTANT: You must have your physical and athletic clearance completed for the 2025-2026 school year. Got questions? Reach out to Coach Del Castillo at 📧 delcastj@highlands.k12.fl.us Let’s get to work, Dragons! 🐉🏈 #DragonFootball #SummerGrind #HighSchoolFootball #WeightRoomReady
6 days ago, Lake Placid High
"Flyer for Summer Football Workouts with a green and white dragon logo on a football. Text reads: 'Summer Football Workouts will START Monday, June 2nd, 4 pm at the new weight building. This is for current High Schoolers and incoming 9th graders interested in playing for the coming season. We will lift weights, among other things.' Below in bold: 'You must have your physical entered and athletic clearance for the 25-26 school year done.' Contact info: 'Any questions or help needed, reach out to Coach Del Castillo at delcastj@highlands.k12.fl.us.' The image includes a football field background and a large football in the foreground with a green dragon logo.
🎂Happy Birthday Mr. Gonzalez!
6 days ago, Lake Placid High
Wishing a fantastic day to our amazing Algebra II, PreAP & AP Calculus teacher! Thank you for your constant support, guidance, and all the extra time you spend helping LPHS students be their best. Your dedication truly makes a difference! Hope your day is as exceptional as your teaching!
🎓🎉 Graduation Day is HERE! 🎉🎓 Today’s the day, LPHS Class of 2025! 💚🐉 Join us in celebrating our amazing graduates as they walk the stage. Let’s honor all the hard work, dedication, and memories that brought us to this moment. 💫 Please be aware of the event policies regarding strollers, flowers in vases, balloons, signs, tobacco, food, horns, or noisemakers. Can’t make it in person? No worries! 🎥 The ceremony will be live-streamed link available at the top of the LPH website. https://youtube.com/live/Rs9YkkmF4rI?feature=share Let’s make today unforgettable! 🎓 #LPHSGraduation #ClassOf2025 #DragonPride
12 days ago, Lake Placid High
LPHS Graduation 2025 announcement. The ceremony will be held at South Florida State College, Alan Jay Wildstein Center, on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. Decorative elements include green and gold streamers and dragon mascots. A graduation cap and diploma graphic labeled '2025' is centered near the top. Attendees are reminded that strollers, flowers in vases, balloons, and signs are not allowed due to fire codes. Only clear water bottles with lids or Tervis-type cups are permitted. No tobacco, food, horns, or noisemakers are allowed. The ceremony will be live-streamed, with the link available on the LPH website.
🎶🏅 Big congratulations to Justus Sullivan & Alexander Brito! 🏅🎶 We are proud to announce that these two outstanding seniors have been awarded the prestigious John Philip Sousa Band Award—the first time it’s been presented at Lake Placid High School since 2006! This award honors superior musicianship, dedication, leadership, and loyalty—and Justus and Alex have shown all of that and more throughout their four years in the LPHS Band program. Way to go, Green Dragons! 🐉🎺🎓 #LPHSBand #SousaAward #ProudMoment #GreenDragonPride
13 days ago, Lake Placid High
"Celebratory announcement image recognizing Lake Placid High School seniors Justus Sullivan and Alexander Brito as recipients of the John Philip Sousa Band Award. The top section reads, 'The John Philip Sousa Band Award was presented last week to two graduating senior band students at LPHS: Justus Sullivan & Alexander Brito.' Below the text are formal portraits of the two students in tuxedos, with a Sousa award trophy centered between them. The lower section explains that the award, introduced in 1955, honors top high school band students for musicianship, dedication, leadership, and loyalty. It also notes that this is the first time since 2006 that a student from LPHS has received the award. The background features light musical note graphics, and the LPHS Green Dragons logo is in the bottom right corner."
🎉 THANK YOU to our 2024–2025 LPHS General Athletic Sponsors! 🐉🏆 Your support fuels our athletes' success on and off the field! We're incredibly grateful to the businesses and organizations that backed us this year, from Athlete of the Week Sponsors to our Ultimate Dragon and Platinum Dragon partners. 🌟 Want to see your business featured next year? We're now accepting sponsors for the 2025–2026 season. Join our Dragon family and make a lasting impact on student-athletes at LPHS. 📩 Contact Coach Tomblin to get started! tomblinl@highlands.k12.fl.us
14 days ago, Lake Placid High
A thank-you poster for the 2024–25 General Athletic Sponsors, featuring three categories of sponsors. Header: "A final thank you to our General Athletic Sponsors for 2024-25!" Categories: Athlete of the Week Mid Florida Roofing Services (logo and phone number: 863-441-1569) Florida Lakes Surgical and Florida Lakes Spa (logos included) Ultimate Dragon C & C Plumbing and Repair (logo with water drop and pipes) Cowpoke’s Watering Hole (logo included) Platinum Dragon Listed sponsors: Highlands All Signs Printing (logo: All Signs Printing) Glades Electric (logo: Glades Electric Cooperative, Inc.) McPhail’s Auto Sales (logo included) Jahna Concrete (logo included) Mid-State Garage Doors & Services (logo included) Sevigny and Associates Eye Care (logo with an eye) Alan Jay Automotive Network (logo included) Publix Charities (logo: green "Publix Super Markets Charities") LP Raceway Pump #7 (logo: Raceway) Footer: "If you would like to help sponsor General Athletics next year, contact Coach Tomblin."
🎓 Thank You in Advance for Helping Make Graduation a Special Celebration! 🎓 As we prepare for this year’s graduation ceremony, we’d like to thank all attendees in advance for your cooperation in following event procedures and helping us maintain appropriate decorum. Your support and respect will ensure the ceremony is meaningful, safe, and memorable for our graduates and their families. Together, we can honor their achievements with the dignity and celebration they deserve. 🎥 For those unable to attend in person, the ceremony will be live-streamed so everyone can share in this proud moment no matter where they are. https://youtube.com/live/Rs9YkkmF4rI?feature=share 💚🐉 Go Dragons!
14 days ago, Lake Placid High
Flyer for LPHS Graduation 2025 with a green background and graduation cap icons. Event Details: Location: South Florida State College, Alan Jay Wildstein Center Date and Time: Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. Live Stream Notice: The ceremony will be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person. The link will be published at the top of the LPH website and included with the post. Attendee Notice (in bordered box): For those attending the ceremony, please keep the following SFSC policies in mind: Due to fire codes, the following are not allowed in the theater: strollers, flowers in vases, balloons, and signs. These items can be checked into event storage except for limited wheelchair/walker spaces. Outside food or drink is not allowed, except clear water bottles with lids or Tervis-type cups. Additional note (bold): As included on your ticket: No tobacco products, food, horns, or noise makers are allowed. Footer Message: "Thank you in advance for helping make graduation a special celebration!" The LPHS Dragon mascot logo is centered at the bottom.
📣 Attention LPHS Families & Students! 🎓🐉 Finals are HERE, and it's the last two days of school for Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors! 🙌 🗓️ Thursday, 5/22 – Exams: 1B & 2B 🗓️ Friday, 5/23 – Exams: 4B & 5AB 🕰️ Students with signed waivers can leave after their second exam at 11:38 AM — but 🚨 you may NOT return to ride the bus home. 🚌 No waiver? No worries — dismissal is: ➡️ 3:30 PM on Thursday ➡️ 1:30 PM on Friday 📌 Important Reminders: No early checkouts during an exam. Waiver + permission slip = early release AFTER your final exam. Arrange transportation — buses will NOT leave early. Miss an exam? You MUST coordinate makeup time with your teacher. Let’s finish the year strong, Dragons! 🔥💚 #LPHSFinals #LastDaysOfSchool #DragonPride
15 days ago, Lake Placid High
LPHS Final Exams schedule for Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors. Thursday 05/22 exams: 1B and 2B. Friday 05/23 exams: 4B and 5AB. Students with signed waivers may leave after their second exam at 11:38 AM but cannot return to ride the bus. Students without waivers will be dismissed at 3:30 PM on Thursday and 1:30 PM on Friday. Important reminders include: no checkouts during exams, students can leave after their last exam if all paperwork is on file, make travel plans ahead as buses will not run early, and students must schedule makeup exams if missed. The image features a green dragon logo and green-and-white color scheme.
Congratulations to Natalie Velozo for signing to play softball at South Florida State College! Natalie has been a 3 sport varsity athlete all 4 years of her high school career (volleyball, soccer, softball). We are proud of you and best of luck at the next level! 🥎 🐉
15 days ago, Lake Placid High School
College signing
College signing
🎶 Happy National Band Director Day! 🎶 Today, we proudly recognize Mr. John Panella, the dedicated Band Director at LPHS, for his incredible leadership and unwavering commitment to the LPHS music program. 🎺🎼 Thanks to Mr. Panella’s passion and perseverance, the band and chorus programs have seen a remarkable revival. From growing student participation to securing brand-new uniforms, his impact has been nothing short of transformational. Thank you, Mr. Panella, for bringing music back to life at LPHS and inspiring the next generation of musicians! 👏🎵 #NationalBandDirectorDay #ThankYouMrPanella #LPHSMusic #BandPride
16 days ago, Lake Placid High
Multile images of the LPHS Marching banc. A section that says: Thank you Mr. Panella!
🎂 Happy Birthday, Mrs. Oinonen!
16 days ago, Lake Placid High
Wishing a fantastic day to our amazing Math for College Algebra teacher at LPHS! Your passion for teaching, patience, and dedication make a difference every single day. We’re lucky to have you guiding us through the world of numbers and supporting our success.
📣 Attention LPHS Athletes! 🐲 Athletic Clearance for the 2025–2026 school year is officially OPEN! ✅ To make sure you're ready to hit the field, court, or track, follow these important steps: 🗓️ All paperwork must be dated 5/1/25 or later ✍️ All forms must be signed by BOTH the student & parent 📄 Don’t skip any sections—even if they seem repetitive. Every part must be completed! 📲 Upload ALL forms through Athletic Clearance 📌 Need help? Step-by-step upload instructions are on the school website under Athletics Let’s get cleared and ready for a great year! 💪 #LPHSAthletics #AthleticClearance #25_26Season #GetClearedStayReady
17 days ago, Lake Placid High
The 2025-26 school year is officially open on Athletic Clearance! - Make sure all paperwork is dated 5/1/25 and beyond - All signatures are signed by the parent AND student - Do not skip filling out anything; there are repetitive parts but, each section MUST be completed. - Find the step-by-step directions to upload everything on the school website under athletics - All forms must be uploaded
Congratulations to our new 2025-2026 LPHS Marching Band Leadership Team! Our first rehearsal of the 2025 season is this Thursday, May 22, from 4-6 pm in the LPHS Band Room. It's not too late to join! Any student currently in grades 8-11 who is interested in playing an instrument in marching band is encouraged to attend Thursday's rehearsal.
17 days ago, Lake Placid High
CONGRATULATIONS! THE 2025-2026 "SOUND OF THE DRAGON" MARCHING BAND LEADERSHIP TEAM DRUM MAJOR Owen Santis GUARD CAPTAINS Jessenia Ganaban & Isabella Pattie DRUMLINE CAPTAIN Kamylo Ruelas FRONT ENSEMBLE CAPTAIN Alexis Pattie WOODWINDS CAPTAIN Rayeh Vice QUARTERMASTERS Billy Meddings, Teresa Koontz, & Destiney Maldonado
Giving Back with Pride! On Thursday, May 8, 2025, starting at 1:30 PM and finishing around 9:00 PM, a dedicated group of Lake Placid High School students rolled up their sleeves to give back in a big way. Led by Class of 2025 student Mason Register, co-owner of Prestige Power Plus, these hardworking students laid down 30 yards of mulch across the campus grounds, putting in approximately 30 man-hours of work to beautify and improve their school. We're proud of our students for their leadership, teamwork, and commitment to making a positive impact. A huge shoutout to Mason and his classmates for showing what Dragon Pride is all about! 🐲💚 #LakePlacidHigh #ClassOf2025 #StudentLeadership #CommunityService #PrestigePowerPlus #DragonPride
20 days ago, Lake Placid High
Group of LPHS Students
Group of LPHS students spreading mulch. LPHS Welcome Sign
LPHS Students Spreading Mulch
A HUGE thank you to the HCA doctors, South Florida State College nurses, Who We Play For, and the coaches who helped make tonight's physical night a success! 🐉 ⚽️ 🏐 🥎🏀🏈⚾️⛳️
21 days ago, Lake Placid High School
Physical Night
Big congratulations to Lake Placid High School FBLA! 🎉 We’re proud to share that our chapter has been named a BRONZE CHAMPION CHAPTER for the 2024–25 school year! 🏆 This honor reflects the incredible dedication of our members and our amazing advisor, Mrs. Palacios, in promoting leadership, career skills, and community impact across District 18. 💼🌟 Special thanks to our sponsor, Ole South Auto Salvage, Inc., for supporting our journey! 🙌 Here’s to continued growth and success with FBLA! 💙💛 #LPHSFBLA #ChampionChapter #FBLA2025 #BronzeChampion #FutureLeaders #ShapingSuccess #ThankYouSponsor #StudentSuccess #District18Pride
21 days ago, Lake Placid High
Celebratory flyer announcing that Lake Placid High School FBLA has been designated a Bronze Champion Chapter. At the top is a bronze plaque design with text recognizing the dedication of club members and advisor Mrs. Palacios in District 18 for promoting leadership, skills, and community impact through FBLA. Below, a message congratulates the chapter and thanks sponsor Ole South Auto Salvage, Inc. The flyer includes the FBLA "Champion Chapter Shaping Success 2024–25" badge, sponsor logos for Ole South Auto Salvage and Urban Air, and three photos: (1) three students in formal attire, (2) four students seated in front of a “Beefs Lake Placid” sign, and (3) six students in matching blue shirts posing outdoors.
‼️Tonight is the night! Get ready for the 2025 Physical Night at Lake Placid High School! 📅 Date: Thursday, May 15 🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 Location: LPHS Gym 💵 Cost: FREE! ✅ Pick up your physical packet early from the front office (must say "revised 2/25"). 📝 All paperwork must be dated May 1 or later to count for next school year. ✍️ A notary will be available at the event. If you can not attend the event, please see the examples of how to complete paperwork using this link: https://highlandscountysbfl.sites.thrillshare.com/o/lph/page/lph-2025-physical-night-info 📢 Athletic Clearance for the 2025-26 school year opens May 19—be ready to upload your forms. 📌 No paperwork is turned in. Keep all documents with you! Let’s get ready for a great season, Dragons! 💚🔥 #LPHS #DragonPride #PhysicalNight #StudentAthletes
21 days ago, Lake Placid High
Flyer for LPHS 2025 Physical Night. Event is Thursday, May 15, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the LPHS Gym. Cost is free. Physical packets must be picked up in advance from the front office and must have "revised 2/25" in the top right corner to be valid. Important note: All paperwork must be dated May 1, 2025, or later for it to count for the next year. A notary will be available at the event. Physical packets must have all signature lines completed by both athlete and parent by May 16. Parents may sign and notarize forms before the event. Athletes may attend alone if all parent signatures on the FHSAA Physical are completed. Only the physical exam can be done without a parent. Other forms requiring a notary need the parent present. If a parent is present, all forms can be completed on-site. Athletes cannot complete the physical without either pre-completed signatures or a parent being present. To complete the process, parents must upload all documents to Athletic Clearance for the 2025–26 school year, starting May 19. All documents are kept by the athlete—nothing is turned in.
🎓📚 LPHS Final Exams Are Here! 📚🎓 Hey Dragons! 🐉 It’s time to finish strong! Check out the final exam schedule for Seniors, Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen and make sure you're prepared. 💪 Let’s wrap up the year on a high note! 🔥 You've got this! #LPHSFinals #FinishStrong #DragonPride #LPHS2025 💚
22 days ago, Lake Placid High
mage titled "LPHS Final Exams" with a green dragon logo. It displays the final exam schedule for Lakeview Park High School. Seniors: Thursday 05/15: Periods 1B, 2B, 4B Friday 05/16: Periods 5AB, 4A Monday 05/19: Periods 1A, 2A Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors: Wednesday 05/21: Periods 1A, 2A, 4A Thursday 05/22: Periods 1B, 2B Friday 05/23: Periods 4B, 5AB Important Reminders: Students may not check out during a scheduled Final Exam. Students may leave after their last Final Exam if registration, permission slip, and waiver form are complete. Travel arrangements must be made ahead of time; buses will not leave early. Students are responsible for scheduling makeups if a Final Exam is missed.