Congratulations to the final group of LPHS students who earned Ducks Unlimited Industry Certification this school year! Through hands-on learning in Environmental Science classes, these students demonstrated their knowledge and commitment to conservation, wildlife, and environmental stewardship.

A special thank you to Mrs. Boak for her dedication to providing meaningful learning experiences and helping students achieve success. We are proud to share that 71 LPHS students earned Ducks Unlimited Industry Certification this year!

Great job, Green Dragons! 🐉💚
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Student holding certificate.
Student holding certificate.
Student holding certificate.
Student holding certificate.
Student holding certificate.
Today’s Teacher Appreciation Week celebrations at LPHS were filled with kindness and thoughtful treats for our amazing teachers and staff! 💚🐉

A huge thank you to LPHS General Athletics for providing delicious Chick-fil-A breakfast sandwiches this morning, the Class of 2026 parents for the sweet dessert treats, and Key Club for the thoughtful appreciation pots, seeds, and candy gifts shared throughout the day.

We are grateful for the support from our students, families, and school organizations, who continue to help make our teachers feel valued and appreciated. Thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible educators of LPHS!
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
🏊🏻‍♀️🥽 Thank you to the LPH Swim Team and AquaEcoRemedy-USA for the wonderful lunch today! Teachers and staff enjoyed the amazing chicken, tuna, and pasta salads, and the refreshing fruits and veggies.
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
⚽Thank you to LPHS Girls Soccer for the snack cart to continue Teacher Appreciation Week!
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Interact breakfast kicked off Tuesday of Teacher Appreciation Week at LPHS with a delicious spread of Mexican hot chocolate, pan dulce, donuts, and coffee for our staff to enjoy! ☕🍩

Our amazing parent volunteers followed with a beautiful springtime grazing table filled with fresh fruits, meats, cheeses, and sweet treats—truly a feast to celebrate our teachers. 🌸🍓

Teachers were also treated to thoughtful gift bags from Ms. Kelson and the African American Culture Club, along with motivational gifts from FBLA to keep the encouragement going. 🎁💚

Thank you to everyone who helped make today so special for our LPHS teachers—we appreciate you! #LPHS #TeacherAppreciationWeek #GreenDragons
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week
On April 27th and 28th, Mr. Halpern’s and Mrs. Boak’s Honors Biology classes attended a field trip to Archbold Biological Station, focused on plant structures and functions in preparation for the Biology EOC on Wednesday, May 13th. Students participated in nature walks and gained first-hand biology experience, enhancing their understanding through real-world exploration.

Highlights included collecting specimens for analysis under microscopes and engaging with biological researchers in their lab, giving students a deeper connection to the concepts they’ve been studying in class.
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Students at Archbold Biological Station
Students at Archbold Biological Station
Students at Archbold Biological Station
Teacher Appreciation Week is in full bloom at LPHS! 🌼☕
Thank you to our admin team and flag football players for treating our staff to coffee and snacks to kick off a great week!
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Graphic celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week at LPHS. The top section features a blue sky and green grass border with a message about the week starting Monday with gratitude and smiles. The middle photo shows staff members standing outside and ordering drinks from a teal “Travlin’ Tom’s Coffee” truck labeled “Morning Brews by LPHS Admin.” The bottom section shows two students standing behind a table with snacks and drinks, labeled “Snack Cart by Flag Football,” alongside a football graphic. The overall design uses a blooming garden theme with greenery accents throughout.
📢 Don’t Forget, Green Dragons!

FAST ELA PM3 testing is coming up on Tuesday, May 5, at 8:30 AM for all 9th- and 10th-grade students.

💻 Come prepared with a fully charged Chromebook
⏰ Be on time and ready to go
📍 Report directly to your testing location

✨ 10th Grade: This is your opportunity to meet a graduation requirement—give it your best effort!
🔥 9th Grade: You’re working toward Study Hall Exemption—stay focused and show what you know!

Let’s finish strong, Dragons! 🐉💚
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Graphic with a bright yellow banner reading “Don’t Forget!” above a green box announcing: “Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 8:30 AM – FAST ELA PM3 – 9th & 10th Grade.” The Lake Placid High School Green Dragons logo appears on the right. Below are icons of an alarm clock, a laptop with a battery symbol, and a location pin, suggesting being on time, charged, and prepared. A black section at the bottom includes messages: “10th Grade – this is your chance to meet a graduation requirement. Take your time, show what you know, and do your best on the test!” and “9th Grade – you are working towards Study Hall Exemption on this exam!” A green graduation cap graphic is shown on the left.
On Friday, April 17th, Lake Placid High School Aerospace students attended the Sun 'n Fun Airshow and Aviation Expo in Lakeland with their fellow Highlands County Aerospace Program peers. Highlights included touring displays by aerospace technology companies, learning from our team of expert chaperones about historical aircraft, and witnessing (many for the first time) the Thunderbirds' precision formation flying. Special thanks to JB Engines for sponsoring a pizza party where students met aerobatic pilots from Redline Airshows before they performed at the event.
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
LPHS Aerospace Sun ‘n Fun Airshow & Aviation Expo Friday, April 17, 2026
LPHS Aerospace Sun ‘n Fun Airshow & Aviation Expo Friday, April 17, 2026
LPHS Aerospace Sun ‘n Fun Airshow & Aviation Expo Friday, April 17, 2026
LPHS Aerospace Sun ‘n Fun Airshow & Aviation Expo Friday, April 17, 2026
On April 24th, two teams of Lake Placid High School chemistry students represented Highlands County at Chemathon 2026, held annually at the University of Florida in Gainesville. Accompanied by Mr. Halpern and Mrs. Oinonen, students took leveled chemistry tests, entered a "Quiz Bowl," conducted experiments, toured state-of-the-art laboratories and were treated to an exciting demo show and awards ceremony.
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Chemathon Image
Chemathon Image
Chemathon Image
Chemathon Image
Chemathon Image
🍎💚 Teacher Appreciation Week is here at LPHS! 💚🍎

May 4–8, 2026, we’re celebrating the incredible teachers and staff who make a difference every single day for our students and school community.

Students, parents, and community members—join us in showing your appreciation! A simple message, email, or word of thanks can go a long way in recognizing their hard work and dedication.

📩 Send a message of appreciation here:
https://lph.highlands.k12.fl.us/o/lph/staff

Let’s come together to make this a week our amazing LPHS teachers and staff will never forget! 💚🐉 #LPHS #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Teacher Appreciation Week poster for LPHS in kelly green, white, and gold. Text reads “Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4–8, 2026.” Message encourages students, parents, and community to thank teachers and staff. Icons represent each group. A blank white square appears for a QR code.
📚 Attention LPHS Students & Families!
Spring Dual Enrollment textbooks are due back to Guidance by Tuesday, May 12. Be sure to return your books on time to avoid being placed on the obligation list.
🎓 Seniors: Unreturned textbooks may result in a hold on graduation tickets—don’t let that happen!
☀️ Looking ahead, Summer DE materials will be available for pick up in Guidance starting Friday, May 15.
Let’s finish strong, Dragons—return those books and stay on track! 🐉
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Stack of textbooks on the left against a teal background. Text reads: “Spring DE textbooks are due back to Guidance by Tuesday, May 12. Students who do not return textbooks will be placed on the obligation list. Seniors may have a hold placed on graduation tickets. Summer DE materials available starting Friday, May 15.”
We are proud to announce the 2026 Sound Of The Dragon Marching Band Student Leadership Team!
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
2026-27 Band Leadership Team Announcment for LPHS
Today we celebrate our real-life heroes—our LPHS Cafeteria Staff! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️💚

From early mornings to the busiest lunch periods, you work tirelessly to keep our students fueled, cared for, and ready to learn. Your kindness, dedication, and positive energy make a difference every single day, creating a welcoming space for all who walk through the cafeteria doors.

Thank you for serving more than just meals—you serve smiles, encouragement, and heart. LPHS is grateful for everything you do!

#LPHSGreenDragons #CafeteriaSuperHeroes #ThankYou
about 2 months ago, Lake Placid High
Green, comic-style graphic celebrating Cafeteria Super Heroes Day 2026 at Lake Placid High School. Bold white headline reads, “Today we celebrate our incredible LPHS cafeteria staff.” Center photo shows seven cafeteria staff members in black uniforms posing in front of a large green dragon mural inside the school cafeteria. Decorative stars and comic bursts surround the image. A message at the bottom thanks the staff for feeding, caring for, and supporting students each day, recognizing their hard work, kindness, and dedication, and calling them everyday heroes.
Join us in wishing a Happy Principal's Day to Mr. Tunning! 🐲
about 2 months ago, Lake Placid High
Square graphic celebrating Principal’s Day. On the right, a smiling man stands in front of a green Lake Placid Dragons backdrop wearing a black polo with the school logo. On the left, bold white and green text reads “Happy Principal’s Day! Mr. Tunning” with a thank-you message for his leadership and dedication. Green dragon logo and small heart graphics appear at the bottom with #LPHSGreenDragons.
🐉🎺 Calling all future Sound of the Dragon members! 🎺🐉

If you’re planning to be part of the 2026–27 LPHS Marching Band, don’t miss Commitment Night! This is your chance to lock in your spot, meet the student leadership team, and get important information for the upcoming season.

Be there and get ready to make some noise, Green Dragons! 💚

#LPHS #GreenDragons #SoundOfTheDragon #MarchingBand #CommitmentNight
about 2 months ago, Lake Placid High
Green and white flyer for Lake Placid High School “Sound of the Dragon Band” Commitment Night. Event is Tuesday, May 5, from 6:00–7:30 PM in the LPH band room. Includes photos of marching band students performing on a field and posing as a group. Text states the meeting is mandatory for students planning to participate in the 2026–27 marching band, with details about locking in spots, meeting leadership, receiving schedules, uniform sizing, entrance directions, and a contact phone number.
Celebrating success at LPHS! 🎓💚

Mrs. Nieves, Dr. Arguelles, and Ms. Lemus recently honored our ESOL students who are graduating this year—a truly inspiring group who have worked incredibly hard to meet all graduation requirements while learning English as their second language.

Congratulations to:
Isabel Rosario
Yasmani Piloto
Camila Martinez
Ronny Fernandez
Laura Atala
Alexandra Ramirez
Maria Gonzalez

Their dedication, resilience, and commitment to their goals make us #LPHSProud!

A special thank you to Mrs. Nieves, Dr. Arguelles, and Ms. Lemus for the guidance, encouragement, and support they’ve provided every step of the way. Your impact has made a lasting difference in the lives of these students!

#LPHS #GreenDragons #StudentSuccess #ESOL #ClassOf2026
about 2 months ago, Lake Placid High
Collage of photos showing a classroom celebration for graduating ESOL students. A group of students and two teachers stand smiling in front of a “Congrats Grad” backdrop with gold and black decorations and 2026 signs, holding photo props. Another photo shows a student and teacher holding a personalized congratulations poster. Additional images show students serving themselves food from a table with snacks and drinks, sitting together eating, and a small recognition setup with balloons and a screen reading “Congratulations Seniors.” Students appear happy and engaged, celebrating their achievement.
🎓 South Florida State College is coming to LPHS!

Stop by our POP-UP event in the Media Center on April 30 & May 1 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and get the support you need for your next step after high school.

✔ Check your application status
✔ Get help with financial aid
✔ Register for fall classes (limited availability!)
✔ Plan your next steps with SFSC staff

This is a great opportunity to get your questions answered and stay on track for graduation and beyond. Don’t miss it, Green Dragons! 🐉

#LPHS #GreenDragons #SFSC #CollegeReady #NextSteps
about 2 months ago, Lake Placid High
Promotional flyer for South Florida State College “POP-UP” event. Large orange and navy text reads “POP-UP” with an illustration of a student sitting on books using a laptop. Event details: April 30–May 1, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Media Center at Lake Placid High School. Services include application status, financial aid, limited fall registration, and next steps. SFSC logo, website (southflorida.edu), and a QR code appear at the bottom.
This week, we proudly celebrate our incredible LPHS bus drivers for Bus Driver Appreciation Week! 🚌💚

From early morning pick-ups to afternoon drop-offs, our drivers go above and beyond every single day to keep our students safe and on schedule. Their dedication, patience, and friendly smiles make a lasting impact on our school community.

Thank you for all you do behind the wheel and beyond - LPHS is grateful for you! 💚🐉 #LPHS #BusDriverAppreciationWeek #ThankYouDrivers
about 2 months ago, Lake Placid High
Graphic celebrating Bus Driver Appreciation Week at Lake Placid High School. A yellow background features a large title at the top. In the center, a gray box contains a message thanking LPHS bus drivers for their care, patience, dedication, and role in safely transporting students each day. Surrounding the message are speech bubbles with phrases like “Thank you for everything,” “Thank you for going above & beyond,” “Appreciate you,” and “Truly grateful for you.” A yellow school bus is shown at the bottom left, and the LPHS Green Dragons logo appears at the bottom right.
🔥🍖 Don’t miss out! The Lake Placid Alumni FFA Rib Dinner Fundraiser is coming up! 🍖🔥

Enjoy a delicious meal for just $15—includes ribs, baked beans, coleslaw, and a roll—all while supporting our LPHS FFA students and their upcoming competitions, travel, and scholarships. 💙💛

📅 Pick-up: Tuesday, May 12
⏰ Time: 4–6 PM
📍 Location: Hartzell’s Meat Market

⏳ Pre-orders end Tuesday, May 5 at 12:00 PM!
Order online https://tinyurl.com/RibDinner or see any LPHS FFA student to purchase your ticket in person.

Support our future leaders and enjoy some amazing BBQ! 🐉 #LPHS #FFA #SupportOurStudents
about 2 months ago, Lake Placid High
Flyer for the Lake Placid Alumni FFA Rib Dinner Fundraiser. Tickets are $15 and include ribs, baked beans, coleslaw, and a roll. Event is Tuesday, May 12, with pick-up from 4–6 PM at Hartzell’s Meat Market. Proceeds support Lake Placid FFA chapters for competitions, travel, registrations, and scholarships. Includes a photo of ribs and a QR code with a link to order tickets online.