Parents & Guardians,

LPM will be administering the B.E.S.T. Writing Assessment on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Students in grades 6-8 will complete this assessment using a computer-based testing (CBT) platform. Please ensure your student brings a fully charged Chromebook to school tomorrow morning.

Please refer to your parent portal for additional information about this statewide assessment.

Thank you for your support.

2 days ago, Jon Million
Lake Placid Middle Families 🐉💚

There will be no school this Friday.

Enjoy the long weekend! We look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday, April 6th.

Have a safe and relaxing weekend! 🌼
2 days ago, Lake Placid Middle
Colorful school announcement graphic featuring a green dragon mascot and the Lake Placid Dragons logo. The scene shows a spring landscape with flowers, butterflies, sun, and clouds. Large text reads “No School Friday.

LPM Family Night

Tuesday 3/31/26

5:30 - 7:00 PM

2 days ago, Jon Million
LPM Family Night Poster - 3/31/26
🔥 Support LPM Soccer! ⚽

LPM Soccer teams are selling BBQ tickets for the LPAA Spring BBQ — and you won’t want to miss it!

📅 Date: April 11, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: LPM Bus Loop

🎟️ $15 Ticket Includes:
✔️ Pork Steak
✔️ Baked Beans
✔️ Cole Slaw
✔️ Roll
✔️ Cookie

Come pick up a great meal and support our LPM Soccer teams!

👉 See any LPM Soccer player or coach to purchase your dinner ticket today.
5 days ago, Jon Million
📝💚 Lake Placid Middle – B.E.S.T. Writing Test 💚📝

📅 Tuesday, March 31st
🎓 6th, 7th & 8th Grade

Students will be taking the B.E.S.T. Writing Assessment ✍️💻

✔️ Be on time
✔️ Get a good night’s rest 😴
✔️ Eat a healthy breakfast 🍎
✔️ Bring your charged Chromebook 🔋
✔️ Show your best effort! ⭐

Let’s go, Dragons! 🐉💚

#LakePlacidMiddle #LPMDragons #BESTWritingTest #StudentSuccess #TestReady
6 days ago, Lake Placid Middle
Flyer for Lake Placid Middle School announcing the B.E.S.T. Writing Test. Text reads: “B.E.S.T. Writing Test. 6th, 7th & 8th Grade will be taking the B.E.S.T. Writing on Tuesday, March 31st.” Additional bullet points remind students to be on time, get a good night’s rest, eat a healthy breakfast, bring charged Chromebooks, and show their best effort. The design features a green and gray background, the Lake Placid Dragons logo, and small graphics of a laptop and a test clipboard.
🎉 Lake Placid Middle School Family Night 🎉

We’re excited to invite all LPM families to an important and informative evening!
Join us as we share key updates and resources to support your student’s success.

📅 Tuesday, March 31, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 Event Locations:
✔️ Commons: Report Card Distribution
✔️ Gym: FAST Testing Data Review & State Assessment Prep Information
✔️ Cafeteria: 2026–2027 Scheduling Information (for current 6th & 7th grade students only)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All current students and families are welcome!

This is a great opportunity to review your child’s progress, learn about upcoming state assessments, and plan ahead for next school year. We look forward to seeing you there!
8 days ago, Jon Million

🐉📣 IT STARTS TODAY, DRAGONS! 📣🐉

Cheer Tryouts kick off TODAY — Monday 3/23/26! 🎉

If you’re ready to bring the energy, spirit, and Dragon pride, we can’t wait to see you there! 💚

👉 Important Reminder:
Students should go home after school and then return to the LPM Gym at 5:30 PM for tryouts.

🗓 March 23–26
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 LPM Gym

⚠️ Don’t forget — your physical paperwork must be completed and submitted to Athletic Clearance before participating.

9 days ago, Jon Million
Join Us for SAC & PVO – Your Voice Matters!

Mark your calendars for Monday, 3/23/26 at 5:30 PM in the LPM Media Center for our School Advisory Council (SAC) & Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO) meeting!

We’ll be:
✅ Reviewing scheduling and elective options for next year
✅ Analyzing our latest assessment and progress monitoring data
✅ Planning strategically for a strong finish to this school year

Your input helps guide important decisions that impact our students and school community. We hope you’ll join us for this important conversation!

See you Monday!
15 days ago, Jon Million
SAC Meeting Image

🐉✨ DRAGONS — ARE YOU READY?! ✨🐉

Cheer Tryouts at Lake Placid Middle School are almost here and we’re looking for students with spirit, energy, and Dragon pride! 📣

Love to dance?
Like to perform?
Want to hype up the crowd at games?
Or just want to try something new and make awesome friends?

Cheer could be for YOU! 💚

📅 March 23–26
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 LPM Gym

Bring your energy, your smile, and your school spirit!

⚠️Reminder: Your physical paperwork must be completed and submitted through Athletic Clearance before tryouts.

16 days ago, Jon Million
Cheerleading Tyouts Flyer: 3/23 - 26/26 LPM Gym

🌴☀️ Lake Placid Middle School – Spring Break! ☀️🌴

📅 March 16th–20th
🚫 No School

We hope our Lake Placid Dragons enjoy a fun, safe, and relaxing break! 🐉🏖️

We look forward to seeing all students back on Monday, March 23rd! 💚

Remember to clean out backpacks and restock supplies to finish a strong 4th quarter.


#LPMDragons #SpringBreak #LakePlacidMiddle

21 days ago, Lake Placid Middle
Colorful beach-themed graphic for Lake Placid Middle School announcing Spring Break, March 16–20, with “No School” displayed prominently. The image features the Lake Placid Dragons logo, palm trees, a smiling sun wearing sunglasses, an ocean shoreline, a surfboard, beach ball, sunglasses, and starfish in the sand. Text at the bottom reads, “See students back Monday, March 23rd!”

Are you ready to bring the spirit, energy, and pride to Lake Placid Middle School?

Cheerleading Tryouts are coming up, and we want YOU to be part of the excitement!

Whether you’re experienced or brand new, this is your chance to learn new skills, build friendships, and represent LPM with Dragon pride. 💚

🗓 March 23–26
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 LPM Gym

Don’t forget — all physical paperwork must be completed and submitted to Athletic Clearance before tryouts.

Step up. Show your spirit. Be a Dragon Cheerleader!

LPM is the Place to Be ~ For Learning, Leading, and Succeeding!

21 days ago, Jon Million
Cheer Tryouts Image: 3/23-3/26/26, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

📣 Attention Parents of LPM 8th graders !

Join us for 9th Grade Scheduling Night on
🗓 Monday, March 9, 2026
⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 LPHS Commons

Students should bring their NEON PINK LPHS Course Request Worksheet from Mrs. Perry. (If they don’t have one, we’ll provide it!)

Families will have the opportunity to ask questions about courses and scheduling for next year.

If you’re unable to attend, please return the NEON PINK Course Request Worksheet to the LPHS Guidance Department as soon as possible to help secure preferred courses.

We look forward to welcoming our incoming 9th graders! 💚🐉

26 days ago, Lake Placid Middle
Flyer for LPHS announcing scheduling night for incoming 9th-grade students. Headline reads: “Attention Parents of all incoming LPHS 9th-grade students.” Event details: Scheduling night will be held Monday, March 9, 2026, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. in the LPHS Commons. Right side shows a green dragon mascot standing in front of the LPHS school building holding a sign that says, “Welcome Incoming 9th Grade Students!” Bulleted information states: • Students should bring the neon pink LPHS Course Request Worksheet received from Mrs. Perry. • If they do not have a sheet, one will be provided. • Students and parents may ask questions about courses. • If unable to attend, return the neon pink LPHS Course Request Worksheet to the LPHS Guidance Department as soon as possible to improve chances of getting preferred courses next year.
LPM Volleyball - Home Game!
Thursday 3/5/26 - 6:00 PM
8th Grade Recognition Night

Go Dragons!
27 days ago, Jon Million
LPM Volleyball image: LPM versus Hardee Junior High - 3/5/26 at 6:00 PM
Florida Prepaid Open Enrollment is here! Lock in future college costs at today’s rates. New options include 1-year plans and payments as low as $29/month. 🎓

Secure your child’s future today: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/flprepaid
28 days ago, The School Board of Highlands County
Risk-free college savings starting at $29/mo. Florida Prepaid

Lake Placid Middle School SGA Celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

This week, LPM will proudly participate in Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with a spirit week (March 2–6, 2026) to promote understanding and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Join us tomorrow, Thursday 3/5/26 by dressing up to show your support:

Thursday: Wear Orange for ADHD Awareness

28 days ago, Jon Million
Developmental Disabilities Week at LPM Flyer - March 4, 2026 - ADHD Awareness
Lake Placid Middle School SGA Celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

This week, LPM will proudly participate in Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with a spirit week (March 2–6, 2026) to promote understanding and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday 3/4/26 by dressing up to show your support:

Wednesday: Wear Purple for Tourette Syndrome Awareness
29 days ago, Jon Million
Tourette Syndrome Awareness Image
LPM Volleyball Game Night!
Away Game
LPM at Sebring Middle
Tuesday 3/3/26 at 6:00 PM

Go Dragons!
29 days ago, Jon Million
LPM at SMS Volleyball Game Promotiontional Flyer 3/3/26 - 6:00 PM
Lake Placid Middle School SGA Celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

This week, LPM will proudly participate in Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with a spirit week (March 2–6, 2026) to promote understanding and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Join us tomorrow, Tuesday 3/3/26 by dressing up to show your support:

💙💛 Tuesday: Wear BLUE & YELLOW for Down Syndrome Awareness
30 days ago, Jon Million
LPM Developmental Disabilities Awarness Poster
Lake Placid Middle School SGA Celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

Next week, LPM will proudly participate in Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with a special spirit week (March 2–6, 2026) to promote understanding and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Join us by dressing up each day to show your support:

💚 Monday: Wear GREEN for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness
💙💛 Tuesday: Wear BLUE & YELLOW for Down Syndrome Awareness
💜 Wednesday: Wear PURPLE for Tourette Syndrome Awareness
🧡 Thursday: Wear ORANGE for ADHD Awareness
🌈 Friday: Wear RAINBOW to support Autism Awareness

Let’s come together as a school community to celebrate differences, promote kindness, and support inclusion for all. We can’t wait to see LPM showing their colors!
LPM SGA

#LPMproud #DevelopmentalDisabilitiesAwareness #LakePlacidMiddle #LPMSGA
about 1 month ago, Jon Million
Developmental Disabilities Week at LPM Flyer - March 2 - March 6, 2026
If you are interested in becoming an LPM Cheerleader, we have a parent meeting tonight at 5:30 PM.
Please make plans to attend to learn more about LPM Cheer.

Thursday 2/26/26
5"30 PM - LPM Media Center
about 1 month ago, Jon Million
LPM Cheer Parent Meeting Image: 2/26/26 at 5:30 PM