🎉 Congratulations to Our Rotary Speech Contest Winners! 🎉
The Rotary Speech Contest was held today in the Media Center, where nine students delivered inspirational speeches centered on Rotary’s theme, “Unite for Good.”
Lake Placid is proud to have two Rotary clubs, and we are fortunate to celebrate two outstanding students who each earned First Place for each of these clubs!
🏆 Lake Placid Morning Rotary Winner: Ellise Mills
🏆 Lake Placid Noon Rotary Winner: Savanna Folgate
Both students spoke eloquently and with inspiration, representing Lake Placid High School with pride. Congratulations to Ellise and Savanna on this incredible achievement! 💚🐉
#LPHS #RotarySpeechContest #UniteForGood #DragonPride #StudentSuccess
The Rotary Speech Contest was held today in the Media Center, where nine students delivered inspirational speeches centered on Rotary’s theme, “Unite for Good.”
Lake Placid is proud to have two Rotary clubs, and we are fortunate to celebrate two outstanding students who each earned First Place for each of these clubs!
🏆 Lake Placid Morning Rotary Winner: Ellise Mills
🏆 Lake Placid Noon Rotary Winner: Savanna Folgate
Both students spoke eloquently and with inspiration, representing Lake Placid High School with pride. Congratulations to Ellise and Savanna on this incredible achievement! 💚🐉
#LPHS #RotarySpeechContest #UniteForGood #DragonPride #StudentSuccess
❤️ Join the Conversation, Dragons! ❤️
Parents and community members are invited to attend the LPHS February SAC Meeting on February 9 at 5:30 PM in Room 511 (The Green Room). This is a great opportunity to share feedback, stay informed, and support our students. We would love to see you there! 🐉💚
#LPHS #DragonPride #SACMeeting #StayInformed #SupportOurStudents
Parents and community members are invited to attend the LPHS February SAC Meeting on February 9 at 5:30 PM in Room 511 (The Green Room). This is a great opportunity to share feedback, stay informed, and support our students. We would love to see you there! 🐉💚
#LPHS #DragonPride #SACMeeting #StayInformed #SupportOurStudents
🎓 LPHS Seniors — Scholarship Opportunity! 🎓
Are you planning to attend a trade school program (6–24 months) after graduation? Ag Angels is offering a Trade School Scholarship valued at up to $5,000 to help students earn a certificate or degree and enter the workforce with real-world skills! 💪🛠️
✅ Who can apply?
Lake Placid High School seniors
✅ Basic Requirements Include:
• GPA 2.0 or higher
• Letter of recommendation from a teacher or school staff member
• Academic history provided by the guidance department
• Plan to attend a 6–24 month trade school program
• Proof of enrollment before receiving funds
• Proof of passing grades to continue receiving funds
• Participate in an interview if selected
📅 Application Deadline: March 13, 2026
📲 Apply online by scanning the QR code on the flyer!
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to invest in your future! 💚
#LPHS #LakePlacidHighSchool #Seniors #ScholarshipOpportunity #TradeSchool #CareerReady #CTE #GreenDragonPride
Are you planning to attend a trade school program (6–24 months) after graduation? Ag Angels is offering a Trade School Scholarship valued at up to $5,000 to help students earn a certificate or degree and enter the workforce with real-world skills! 💪🛠️
✅ Who can apply?
Lake Placid High School seniors
✅ Basic Requirements Include:
• GPA 2.0 or higher
• Letter of recommendation from a teacher or school staff member
• Academic history provided by the guidance department
• Plan to attend a 6–24 month trade school program
• Proof of enrollment before receiving funds
• Proof of passing grades to continue receiving funds
• Participate in an interview if selected
📅 Application Deadline: March 13, 2026
📲 Apply online by scanning the QR code on the flyer!
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to invest in your future! 💚
#LPHS #LakePlacidHighSchool #Seniors #ScholarshipOpportunity #TradeSchool #CareerReady #CTE #GreenDragonPride
💚💛 Thank You, LPHS Guidance Counselors! 💛💚
Today we want to give a huge thank you to our amazing Lake Placid High School Guidance Counselors for everything they do to support our students—every single day.
✨ Mrs. Perry – 9th Grade
✨ Mr. Dolan – 10th Grade
✨ Mrs. Wilson – 11th & 12th Grade
From helping students schedule classes, to guiding them as they plan for life after high school, to being a constant source of encouragement and support in times of need—your impact goes far beyond the classroom.
Our students are stronger, more confident, and better prepared for the future because of you. Thank you for always being there for our Dragons! 🐉💚
#LPHS #DragonPride #ThankYouCounselors #StudentSupport #FutureReady
Today we want to give a huge thank you to our amazing Lake Placid High School Guidance Counselors for everything they do to support our students—every single day.
✨ Mrs. Perry – 9th Grade
✨ Mr. Dolan – 10th Grade
✨ Mrs. Wilson – 11th & 12th Grade
From helping students schedule classes, to guiding them as they plan for life after high school, to being a constant source of encouragement and support in times of need—your impact goes far beyond the classroom.
Our students are stronger, more confident, and better prepared for the future because of you. Thank you for always being there for our Dragons! 🐉💚
#LPHS #DragonPride #ThankYouCounselors #StudentSupport #FutureReady
🎓✨ LPHS Dragons — Keep Pushing! ✨🎓
Semester 2 is in full swing, and you’re working toward our Semester 2 Academic Celebration 🎉 Don’t let your hard work go unnoticed! To earn an invite, you must meet 2 or more of the following:
✅ 2 or fewer referrals
✅ 4 or fewer absences
✅ 5 or fewer tardies
✅ 3.0 GPA or higher with no F’s (semester average)
🔥 OR automatically qualify if you:
• Score above a 3 on FAST or BEST state tests
• Increase your FAST PM scale score by 10 points
🎯 Stay focused, show up, and finish strong—because you do NOT want to miss the food trucks, fun, and celebration waiting for you!
You’ve got this, Dragons! 🐉💚
Semester 2 is in full swing, and you’re working toward our Semester 2 Academic Celebration 🎉 Don’t let your hard work go unnoticed! To earn an invite, you must meet 2 or more of the following:
✅ 2 or fewer referrals
✅ 4 or fewer absences
✅ 5 or fewer tardies
✅ 3.0 GPA or higher with no F’s (semester average)
🔥 OR automatically qualify if you:
• Score above a 3 on FAST or BEST state tests
• Increase your FAST PM scale score by 10 points
🎯 Stay focused, show up, and finish strong—because you do NOT want to miss the food trucks, fun, and celebration waiting for you!
You’ve got this, Dragons! 🐉💚
🎓✨ LPHS Dragons — Keep Pushing! ✨🎓
Semester 2 is in full swing, and you’re working toward our Semester 2 Academic Celebration 🎉 Don’t let your hard work go unnoticed! To earn an invite, you must meet 2 or more of the following:
✅ 2 or fewer referrals
✅ 4 or fewer absences
✅ 5 or fewer tardies
✅ 3.0 GPA or higher with no F’s (semester average)
🔥 OR automatically qualify if you:
• Score above a 3 on FAST or BEST state tests
• Increase your FAST PM scale score by 10 points
🎯 Stay focused, show up, and finish strong—because you do NOT want to miss the food trucks, fun, and celebration waiting for you!
You’ve got this, Dragons! 🐉💚
Semester 2 is in full swing, and you’re working toward our Semester 2 Academic Celebration 🎉 Don’t let your hard work go unnoticed! To earn an invite, you must meet 2 or more of the following:
✅ 2 or fewer referrals
✅ 4 or fewer absences
✅ 5 or fewer tardies
✅ 3.0 GPA or higher with no F’s (semester average)
🔥 OR automatically qualify if you:
• Score above a 3 on FAST or BEST state tests
• Increase your FAST PM scale score by 10 points
🎯 Stay focused, show up, and finish strong—because you do NOT want to miss the food trucks, fun, and celebration waiting for you!
You’ve got this, Dragons! 🐉💚
📚☕ Looking for a chill place to hang out, talk books, and enjoy good vibes? ☕📚
Join Not Your Average Book Club! Whether you love reading, chatting about stories, or just want a relaxing spot during lunch, this club is for you 💗
🗓 When: Every Monday
📍 Where: Ms. Curry’s room
⏰ Time: During lunch
Come grab a seat, bring a friend, and see what it’s all about. We’d love to have you — don’t miss out! 💕📖
Join Not Your Average Book Club! Whether you love reading, chatting about stories, or just want a relaxing spot during lunch, this club is for you 💗
🗓 When: Every Monday
📍 Where: Ms. Curry’s room
⏰ Time: During lunch
Come grab a seat, bring a friend, and see what it’s all about. We’d love to have you — don’t miss out! 💕📖
🎓 Seniors — Don’t Miss This Scholarship Deadline! 💰
A reminder that several scholarship applications are due this Friday and must be turned in to Guidance by 12:00 PM (noon). This is your chance to earn money for your future—don’t let it slip by!
📌 Scholarships due include:
• Davidson Memorial Scholarship
• Women’s Club Scholarship
• River Greens Golf Scholarship
📲 All application details and forms can be found in the Class of 2026 Google Classroom.
Set a reminder, finish strong, and get those applications submitted on time! ⏰✨
A reminder that several scholarship applications are due this Friday and must be turned in to Guidance by 12:00 PM (noon). This is your chance to earn money for your future—don’t let it slip by!
📌 Scholarships due include:
• Davidson Memorial Scholarship
• Women’s Club Scholarship
• River Greens Golf Scholarship
📲 All application details and forms can be found in the Class of 2026 Google Classroom.
Set a reminder, finish strong, and get those applications submitted on time! ⏰✨
On Saturday, 17 LPH band members performed at the Florida Bandmasters Association District 13 Solo & Ensemble competition in Ft Pierce and brought home a total of 9 Superior ratings and 4 Excellent ratings!
Congratulations to our LPH Percussion Ensemble members for receiving a "straight" Superior rating (which is equal to A's in every single category) for their performance at Saturday's festival.
Congratulations to Jaliyah Sand, Jaiden Turtle, and Narissa Walker for receiving a Straight Superior rating on each of their individual solos!
Congratulations also to William Meddings, Kamylo Ruelas, and Ki'Marious Wyche for qualifying to advance to the State Solo & Ensemble Festival for receiving a Superior Rating on each of their advanced solos.
Congratulations to Isabella Pattie for being the first LPH colorguard member to perform a solo at the Solo & Ensemble event in nearly 20 years! Isabella performed a solo on the sabre.
Congratulations to our LPH Percussion Ensemble members for receiving a "straight" Superior rating (which is equal to A's in every single category) for their performance at Saturday's festival.
Congratulations to Jaliyah Sand, Jaiden Turtle, and Narissa Walker for receiving a Straight Superior rating on each of their individual solos!
Congratulations also to William Meddings, Kamylo Ruelas, and Ki'Marious Wyche for qualifying to advance to the State Solo & Ensemble Festival for receiving a Superior Rating on each of their advanced solos.
Congratulations to Isabella Pattie for being the first LPH colorguard member to perform a solo at the Solo & Ensemble event in nearly 20 years! Isabella performed a solo on the sabre.
💗 LPHS Key Club Donation Drive 💗
LPHS Key Club is hosting a Hygiene Products Donation Drive to support individuals and families at a local domestic violence center in Sebring. Every donation makes a meaningful impact and helps provide essential items to those in need.
🧴 Items Needed:
• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Toothpaste & Toothbrushes
• Soap
• Feminine Products
📅 Collection Dates: January 19 – March 11, 2026
📍 Drop-Off Location: LPHS Front Office
Let’s come together as a Dragon community and give with purpose. Thank you for helping LPHS Key Club spread kindness and support beyond our campus! 💚🐉
#LPHSKeyClub #GiveWithPurpose #DragonPride #CommunitySupport #ServiceAboveSelf
LPHS Key Club is hosting a Hygiene Products Donation Drive to support individuals and families at a local domestic violence center in Sebring. Every donation makes a meaningful impact and helps provide essential items to those in need.
🧴 Items Needed:
• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Toothpaste & Toothbrushes
• Soap
• Feminine Products
📅 Collection Dates: January 19 – March 11, 2026
📍 Drop-Off Location: LPHS Front Office
Let’s come together as a Dragon community and give with purpose. Thank you for helping LPHS Key Club spread kindness and support beyond our campus! 💚🐉
#LPHSKeyClub #GiveWithPurpose #DragonPride #CommunitySupport #ServiceAboveSelf
🎉 It’s time to shine, Dragons! 🎉
Lake Placid High School is competing in the United We Shine: School Spirit Showdown, and we need YOUR support to take home the win! 💚🐉
📲 Scan the QR code or use this link to watch our video and cast your vote. https://secure.qgiv.com/event/uwcfschoolspirit/team/1015482/
💵 Every $1 donated = 1 vote for LPHS!
Your support doesn’t just boost school spirit — it helps United Way Central Florida continue making a difference for families, students, and neighbors across our community.
Let’s show Highlands County what Dragon Pride looks like!
🔥 Vote for LPHS and help us shine! 🔥
#VoteForLPHS #UnitedWeShine #DragonPride #LPHSStrong #CommunityCounts
Lake Placid High School is competing in the United We Shine: School Spirit Showdown, and we need YOUR support to take home the win! 💚🐉
📲 Scan the QR code or use this link to watch our video and cast your vote. https://secure.qgiv.com/event/uwcfschoolspirit/team/1015482/
💵 Every $1 donated = 1 vote for LPHS!
Your support doesn’t just boost school spirit — it helps United Way Central Florida continue making a difference for families, students, and neighbors across our community.
Let’s show Highlands County what Dragon Pride looks like!
🔥 Vote for LPHS and help us shine! 🔥
#VoteForLPHS #UnitedWeShine #DragonPride #LPHSStrong #CommunityCounts
🐉💚 THANK YOU, GENERAL ATHLETIC SPONSORS! 💚🐉
Lake Placid High School would like to send a huge thank you to our 2025–26 General Athletic Sponsors for their continued support of our student-athletes. Your generosity helps provide opportunities, resources, and unforgettable experiences for our Dragons both on and off the field.
Because of YOU, our athletes are able to compete, grow, and represent LPHS with pride. We truly appreciate your commitment to our students, our programs, and our community.
Once a Dragon, always a Dragon! 🐲🔥
#LPHS #DragonPride #ThankYouSponsors #LPHSAthletics #CommunitySupport #GreenDragons
Lake Placid High School would like to send a huge thank you to our 2025–26 General Athletic Sponsors for their continued support of our student-athletes. Your generosity helps provide opportunities, resources, and unforgettable experiences for our Dragons both on and off the field.
Because of YOU, our athletes are able to compete, grow, and represent LPHS with pride. We truly appreciate your commitment to our students, our programs, and our community.
Once a Dragon, always a Dragon! 🐲🔥
#LPHS #DragonPride #ThankYouSponsors #LPHSAthletics #CommunitySupport #GreenDragons
The Girls Basketball game for tonight, Tues. 1/27, Has been cancelled. Sorry for any inconvemience.
⚽🐉 LPH Hosts the District Championship! 🐉⚽
Lake Placid community — let’s pack the stands and show up BIG for our LPHS Girls’ Soccer Team as they compete for the District Championship at home! 💚
📅 Tuesday, January 27th
⏰ 6:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/5878564?schoolId=FL5933
Let’s bring the energy, wear your green, and cheer on our Lady Dragons! 💚🐲
#LPHS #GreenDragons #GirlsSoccer #DistrictChampionship #DragonPride #LakePlacidProud #GoDragons ⚽💚🐉
Lake Placid community — let’s pack the stands and show up BIG for our LPHS Girls’ Soccer Team as they compete for the District Championship at home! 💚
📅 Tuesday, January 27th
⏰ 6:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/5878564?schoolId=FL5933
Let’s bring the energy, wear your green, and cheer on our Lady Dragons! 💚🐲
#LPHS #GreenDragons #GirlsSoccer #DistrictChampionship #DragonPride #LakePlacidProud #GoDragons ⚽💚🐉
🎓🐉 Important Scholarship Reminder – Seniors! 🐉🎓
The Lanier Memorial Scholarship Application is due Friday, January 30th to Guidance by 12:00 PM (Noon) ⏰
✅ Open to any senior pursuing:
• a 4-year degree
• a 2-year degree
• vocational training
📌 All scholarship information can be found in the Class of 2026 Google Classroom
Don’t wait until the last minute—get it turned in on time! 💛💚
#LPHS #GreenDragonPride #ClassOf2026 #ScholarshipReminder #SeniorYear #CollegeBound #CareerReady #GuidanceOffice #ApplyNow
The Lanier Memorial Scholarship Application is due Friday, January 30th to Guidance by 12:00 PM (Noon) ⏰
✅ Open to any senior pursuing:
• a 4-year degree
• a 2-year degree
• vocational training
📌 All scholarship information can be found in the Class of 2026 Google Classroom
Don’t wait until the last minute—get it turned in on time! 💛💚
#LPHS #GreenDragonPride #ClassOf2026 #ScholarshipReminder #SeniorYear #CollegeBound #CareerReady #GuidanceOffice #ApplyNow
🐉 LPH JROTC Informational Night! 🐉
Interested in leadership, teamwork, service, and building skills that will help you now and in the future? Join us for LPH JROTC Informational Night to learn what the program is all about and what’s next for you!
📅 Monday, January 26, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 LPH Commons
✅ Students & families are welcome!
Come and see what JROTC has to offer!
#LPHS #LakePlacidHighSchool #LPHDragons #JROTC #Leadership #FutureLeaders #DragonPride #Teamwork #ServiceAboveSelf
Interested in leadership, teamwork, service, and building skills that will help you now and in the future? Join us for LPH JROTC Informational Night to learn what the program is all about and what’s next for you!
📅 Monday, January 26, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 LPH Commons
✅ Students & families are welcome!
Come and see what JROTC has to offer!
#LPHS #LakePlacidHighSchool #LPHDragons #JROTC #Leadership #FutureLeaders #DragonPride #Teamwork #ServiceAboveSelf
🎓🌾 Lake Placid Seniors — Scholarship Opportunity! 🌾🎓
Are you a Lake Placid High School graduating senior who is a current member of the LPHS Senior FFA Chapter with at least 2 years of active participation?
✅ GPA 2.5 or higher
✅ Entering your first year of college or trade school this fall
✨ Then you should apply for the Lake Placid FFA Alumni Scholarship! ✨
📌 Deadline: Friday, March 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM
📲 Scan the QR code or use this link to apply: https://forms.gle/kRVkdqCMuVDSG1W17
#LakePlacidFFA #LPHS #ScholarshipOpportunity #SeniorClass #FFAAlumni #CollegeBound #TradeSchoolBound #FutureReady #GreenDragonPride
Are you a Lake Placid High School graduating senior who is a current member of the LPHS Senior FFA Chapter with at least 2 years of active participation?
✅ GPA 2.5 or higher
✅ Entering your first year of college or trade school this fall
✨ Then you should apply for the Lake Placid FFA Alumni Scholarship! ✨
📌 Deadline: Friday, March 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM
📲 Scan the QR code or use this link to apply: https://forms.gle/kRVkdqCMuVDSG1W17
#LakePlacidFFA #LPHS #ScholarshipOpportunity #SeniorClass #FFAAlumni #CollegeBound #TradeSchoolBound #FutureReady #GreenDragonPride
Spring Sports Schedules are now posted to our website! Check it out and plan to come support our LPH Dragons this Spring!! LET'S GO DRAGONS!!!
https://lph.highlands.k12.fl.us/o/lph/page/2026-spring-schedules
https://lph.highlands.k12.fl.us/o/lph/page/2026-spring-schedules
📚LPH Literacy Week 2026 is HERE! 📚
LPH students and staff—let’s show our Dragon pride AND our love for reading as we celebrate Literacy Week 2026 with this year’s theme:
❤️🤍💙 “Read, White & Blue” 💙🤍❤️
✨ Celebrating 250 Chapters of America ✨
Join us by dressing up each day and helping us make campus full of school spirit, patriotism, and a love of literacy!
📅 Theme Days:
🔴 Monday: Made in America – denim, flannel, sports jerseys, or anything Americana
📖 Tuesday: Literacy T-Shirts – reading, writing, books, poetry, history
💙 Wednesday: Red, White & Blue – favorite patriotic gear
⭐ Thursday: Star Spangled Scholar – college wear, military, or trade school tees
🐉 Friday: School Spirit Day – school colors with patriotic accessories
Let’s make Literacy Week unforgettable—dress up, participate, and celebrate the power of reading! 📚✨
#LPHSLiteracyWeek #ReadWhiteAndBlue #LPHSDragons #DragonPride #CelebrateLiteracy #LPHSThemeDays #LakePlacidHighSchool #ReadingMatters #AmericanaWeek #250ChaptersOfAmerica
📚LPH Literacy Week 2026 is almost HERE! 📚
LPH students and staff—let’s show our Dragon pride AND our love for reading as we celebrate Literacy Week 2026 with this year’s theme:
❤️🤍💙 “Read, White & Blue” 💙🤍❤️
✨ Celebrating 250 Chapters of America ✨
Join us by dressing up each day and helping us make campus full of school spirit, patriotism, and a love of literacy!
📅 Theme Days:
🔴 Monday: Made in America – denim, flannel, sports jerseys, or anything Americana
📖 Tuesday: Literacy T-Shirts – reading, writing, books, poetry, history
💙 Wednesday: Red, White & Blue – favorite patriotic gear
⭐ Thursday: Star Spangled Scholar – college wear, military, or trade school tees
🐉 Friday: School Spirit Day – school colors with patriotic accessories
Let’s make Literacy Week unforgettable—dress up, participate, and celebrate the power of reading! 📚✨
#LPHSLiteracyWeek #ReadWhiteAndBlue #LPHSDragons #DragonPride #CelebrateLiteracy #LPHSThemeDays #LakePlacidHighSchool #ReadingMatters #AmericanaWeek #250ChaptersOfAmerica
LPH students and staff—let’s show our Dragon pride AND our love for reading as we celebrate Literacy Week 2026 with this year’s theme:
❤️🤍💙 “Read, White & Blue” 💙🤍❤️
✨ Celebrating 250 Chapters of America ✨
Join us by dressing up each day and helping us make campus full of school spirit, patriotism, and a love of literacy!
📅 Theme Days:
🔴 Monday: Made in America – denim, flannel, sports jerseys, or anything Americana
📖 Tuesday: Literacy T-Shirts – reading, writing, books, poetry, history
💙 Wednesday: Red, White & Blue – favorite patriotic gear
⭐ Thursday: Star Spangled Scholar – college wear, military, or trade school tees
🐉 Friday: School Spirit Day – school colors with patriotic accessories
Let’s make Literacy Week unforgettable—dress up, participate, and celebrate the power of reading! 📚✨
#LPHSLiteracyWeek #ReadWhiteAndBlue #LPHSDragons #DragonPride #CelebrateLiteracy #LPHSThemeDays #LakePlacidHighSchool #ReadingMatters #AmericanaWeek #250ChaptersOfAmerica