🎒📚 Get ready, Dragons! The 2025-26 LPHS School Supply List is HERE! 🐉✨

From general supplies to class-specific materials, we've got everything you need to kick off the school year strong. 💪 Don’t forget your Chromebook fee, class dues, and the essentials for PE and math!

📅 Chromebook fees can be paid online starting July 24, 2025, during Freshmen Orientation.

💻✅ Pro tip: Make sure you know where your charger is!

Let’s gear up for an awesome year! 💚💛
#LPHSDragons #BackToSchool #SchoolSuppliesReady
about 14 hours ago, Lake Placid High
LPHS School Supplies 2025–26 flyer. Lists general supplies for all students, Chromebook fee of $10, and class dues of $20. Includes class-specific items like calculators for math, athletic wear for PE, and notes that course-specific fees will be shared later. Decorative images include school supplies, a pencil, a laptop with charger, and a cartoon emoji asking, "Do you know where your charger is?"

You've been asking, and we've been working behind the scenes to collect as much information for back-to-school for our schools, all in one place:

🎒 Supply Lists
🏫 Open houses & orientations
👕 Dress codes
📃 New student registration
🚌 Attendance zones & bus routes
📲 App information

Back-to-school hub: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/bts25

Finally, download our app, follow your school's individual social media pages, and let's work together to create a great start to the new year!

about 16 hours ago, The School Board of Highlands County
🎉 Join SGA This Summer! 💚

Interested in student leadership and earning community service hours? The LPHS Student Government Association invites all students, including upcoming freshmen, to participate this summer!

📅 Next Meeting: Tuesday, July 22nd | 9 AM – 11 AM
📍 Meet at the LPHS Front Office
📝 Community service hours will be earned!

Also, don’t miss out on Pre-Week in August and remember — lunch will be provided on August 4th!

💥 See you tomorrow, July 22nd! Let’s get involved and make a difference! 💪 #LPHSGators #StudentLeadership #SGASummer
about 22 hours ago, Lake Placid High
SGA July 22nd, 9 am - 11 am LPHS Front Office
🐲 Attention LPHS Students! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

If you're enrolled in P.E. for the 2025–2026 school year, make sure you're ready to move! You MUST wear:
✅ Lace-up tennis shoes
✅ School-appropriate athletic clothing

🛍️ Please shop accordingly this summer and come to school fully prepared to succeed in your P.E. class!

💚 Let's kick off the year the right way, Dragons! 💚
#LPHSPride #DragonStrong #BackToSchoolReady #PEPrep
1 day ago, Lake Placid High
Green and white tennis shoes with Lake Placid Dragons logo. Text reminds students in 2025–2026 P.E. classes to wear lace-up shoes and athletic clothing. Shop accordingly and be prepared. Ask ChatGPT
Freshmen Orientation is THIS WEEK!
📅 Thursday, July 24th
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 LPHS Commons

We can't wait to welcome our newest LPHS Dragons and their families! 💚 Join us for a quick presentation and then explore the campus, find your classes, and meet your amazing teachers. ✨

Freshmen students & parents only — see you there!
📢 Title I Sponsored Event

#LPHSDRAGONS #FreshmanOrientation #WelcomeToLPHS #DragonPride
1 day ago, Lake Placid High
Graphic for Lake Placid High School Freshmen Orientation on July 24, 2025, from 6:00–8:00 PM in the LPHS Commons. Event is for incoming freshmen and parents only. Includes a brief presentation and campus tour. Title I sponsored event.
Graphic for Lake Placid High School Freshmen Orientation on July 24, 2025, from 6:00–8:00 PM in the LPHS Commons. Event is for incoming freshmen and parents only. Includes a brief presentation and campus tour. Title I sponsored event.
Congratulations to Alexis Pattie, Owen Santis, and Kamylo Ruelas for being selected to perform in the Florida Nine Star Honor Band at the Florida Bandmasters Association’s Summer Convention in Orlando last Thursday.

This year's Nine Star Honor Band is comprised of 120 outstanding freshmen band students from across the state of Florida. We are proud to have three of our own Dragon Band members representing Lake Placid and Highlands County this year!
4 days ago, Lake Placid High
Picture of 3 students who earned award.
🐲 Get ready to start the 2025–26 school year strong at Lake Placid High School! We’ve got several exciting opportunities coming up to help students and families feel confident and prepared. Freshmen Orientation is a must-attend event for incoming 9th graders and their parents. It includes essential info and a school tour. Later, all students and families are invited to a relaxed Meet and Greet with the admin and guidance staff, perfect for getting questions answered. And don’t miss our Open House, where you can explore classrooms, meet teachers, and get ready for a great year! 📍All events start in the LPHS Commons. 🐉 We can’t wait to welcome our Dragons back! #LPHSDragons #BackToSchool #FreshmanOrientation #MeetAndGreet #OpenHouse #DragonStrong
12 days ago, Lake Placid High
Important Opportunities to Start the 2025–26 School Year Strong at LPHS” with a green “Save the Date” icon. Lists three events: Freshmen Orientation on July 24 for freshmen only, including a presentation and school tour; Meet and Greet on July 29 as an informal time to ask questions with admin/guidance; and Open House on August 7 for all LPHS students, with more details to come. Includes the Lake Placid Dragons logo in the bottom right corner.
🎉🐉 SAVE THE DATE, FUTURE DRAGONS! 🐉🎉 Lake Placid High School's Freshmen Orientation is coming soon! 📅 July 24, 2025 ⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM 📍 LPHS Commons Freshmen & their parents — this night is just for YOU! ✨ Get a sneak peek at your classes ✨ Meet your awesome teachers ✨ Explore the campus ✨ And kick off your high school adventure the right way! 📚 A Title I Sponsored Event Don’t miss it — we can’t wait to meet our newest Dragons! 💚💛 #LPHSDragons #FreshmanOrientation #ClassOf2029 #DragonPride #WelcomeToHighSchool
12 days ago, Lake Placid High
Green chalkboard-style flyer with a wooden frame announces a "Title I Sponsored Event: Freshmen Orientation" on July 24, 2025, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Lake Placid High School Commons. The event is for freshmen students and parents only. It includes a brief presentation and a campus walk to find classes and meet teachers. The flyer features the Lake Placid Dragons logo and colorful pencil graphics along the bottom border.
Green chalkboard-style flyer with a wooden frame announces a "Title I Sponsored Event: Freshmen Orientation" on July 24, 2025, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Lake Placid High School Commons. The event is for freshmen students and parents only. It includes a brief presentation and a campus walk to find classes and meet teachers. The flyer features the Lake Placid Dragons logo and colorful pencil graphics along the bottom border.
🎂 Happy Birthday Ms. Cunnane!
17 days ago, Lake Placid High
Thank you for bringing U.S. History to life at LPHS! From engaging discussions to hands-on learning experiences, you make history meaningful and memorable for every student. We appreciate all you do—have a fantastic birthday!
🎉🏅 Congratulations to Owen Santis! 🏅🎉

We are proud to announce that Owen Santis, Drum Major of the 2025 LPHS Sound of the Dragon Marching Band, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Edwin and Marjorie Keiser Leadership Scholarship for the Crossroads Drum Major & Leadership Clinic!

Owen represented Lake Placid High School with excellence at this three-day camp hosted by Bonita Springs High School and Florida Gulf Coast University, where he joined student leaders from across Southwest Florida to sharpen his conducting and leadership skills under the guidance of expert directors and clinicians.

Way to go, Owen! 🐉🎶 #DragonPride #LPHSBand #StudentLeader #MarchingBand #FGCU #CrossroadsClinic #SoundOfTheDragon #ScholarshipWinner
21 days ago, Lake Placid High
Image shows Owen Santis receiving a certificate at the Crossroads Drum Major & Leadership Clinic. He is featured in multiple photos wearing a red shirt and hat, with text announcing his scholarship award.
📣 UPDATE: LPHS Girls Basketball Summer Conditioning 🏀 Due to unforeseen circumstances, Open Gym will now begin on July 11th! 🗓️ Get ready to train, improve your game, and bond with your teammates 💚 📧 Questions? Contact Coach Rose at charlesy@highlands.k12.fl.us ✅ Don't forget: Athletic Clearance for 2025–26 is required to participate. #LadyDragons #DragonsPride #ChangeIsADecisionNotAFeeling
22 days ago, Lake Placid High
Update: LPHS Girls Basketball Summer Conditioning now starts July 11 due to unforeseen circumstances. Dates listed: July 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28, and August 1 with times. Contact Coach Rose at charlesy@highlands.k12.fl.us. Athletic clearance required to participate.
🎂 Happy Birthday, Mr. Halpern!
23 days ago, Lake Placid High
Thank you for your passion for science, your dedication to learning, and your commitment to creating meaningful STEM opportunities for our students. From coordinating the LPHS Aerospace and Engineering program to sparking curiosity in the classroom, you make a difference every day. We’re especially grateful for the way you always greet students with a smile, your positivity is contagious!
🏀Attention LPHS Girls Basketball Athletes & Parents! Open Gym is starting July 3rd! Don’t forget: ✅ Athletic Clearance for 25–26 must be complete for you to participate. Don’t miss out on valuable time to train, improve, and bond as a team. Questions? Contact Coach Rose: mailto: charlesy@highlands.k12.fl.us #LadyDragons #DragonsPride #ChangeIsADecisionNotAFeeling
25 days ago, Lake Placid High
Flyer for LPHS Girls Basketball Summer Conditioning. Open gym starts July 3. Dates: July 3, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28, and August 1. Times vary. Contact Coach Rose at charlesy@highlands.k12.fl.us. Athletic clearance required for 2025–26 to participate.
🎂 Happy Birthday, Coach Holden!
25 days ago, Lake Placid High
Happy Birthday Coach Holden Wishing a fantastic birthday to one of LPHS’s finest! Thank you for all the energy, dedication, and care you bring to our students every day in PE. Whether it’s on the field, in the gym, or supporting school activities, your presence makes a positive impact.
🎂 Happy Birthday, Ms. Boak!
26 days ago, Lake Placid High
Happy Birthday Ms. Boak Wishing a fantastic day to our amazing Environmental Science teacher at Lake Placid High School! Thank you for your passion, dedication, and for making science come alive for your students. We're especially grateful for your incredible work helping over 100 students earn their Ducks Unlimited certification last school year - what an impact!
🎂 Happy Birthday, Ms. Callahan!
27 days ago, Lake Placid High
Happy Birthday Ms. Callahan! Today we celebrate you and all the kindness, care, and dedication you bring to Lake Placid High School every single day! Thank you for the warm smiles, the delicious meals, and the way you look out for both our students and staff. Your service and heart make a lasting impact in our school community.
🏈🏐 Fall Sports Are Coming to LPHS! 🏃‍♀️🏊‍♂️⛳ Get ready, Dragons! Fall sports season is almost here! 🐉 Have questions about tryouts, practice, or getting involved? Reach out to the head coaches listed or email our Athletic Director, Coach Tomblin, at Tomblinl@highlands.k12.fl.us. 🏈 Football 🏊 Swim 🏃 Cross Country 🏐 Volleyball ⛳ Golf Let’s make this fall season our best yet! 💚 #LPHSAthletics #FallSports #DragonPride #GoDragons
28 days ago, Lake Placid High
Falls sports will be starting soon! If you have any questions about upcoming fall sports, contact the head coaches below or email the Athletic Director, Coach Tomblin! Football: Coach Del Delcastj@highlands.k12.fl.us Volleyball: Coach Bauder Bauderc@highlands.k12.fl.us Cross country: Coach Palacios (girls) Coach Dolan (boys) Palaciom@highlands.k12.fl.us Dolans@highlands.k12.fl.us Swim: Coach Creel (boys) Coach Lambert (girls) Lambertk1@highlands.k12.fl.us Tom@creelpump.com Golf: Coach Bova (girls) Coach Zahller (boys) Bovad@highlands.k12.fl.us Zahllerj@highlands.k12.fl.us Coach Tomblin, AD Tomblinl@highlands.k12.fl.us
Calling all Lady Dragons! Get ready to kick off summer conditioning starting June 30! Don’t forget: ✅ Athletic Clearance for 25–26 must be complete for you to participate 👟 Tennis shoes 💧 Water bottle 🗓 Dates: June 30, July 2 (9–11) July 8, July 10 (9–11) July 15, 17 (11–1) July 22, 24 (11–1) We’ll be hitting the weight room and then heading indoors. Let’s get stronger together! 💚⚽️ #LPHSSoccer #LadyDragons #DragonStrong
28 days ago, Lake Placid High
Calling all Lady Dragons! Get ready to kick off summer conditioning starting June 30! Don’t forget: ✅ Athletic Clearance for 25–26 👟 Tennis shoes 💧 Water bottle 🗓 Dates: June 30, July 2 (9–11) July 8, July 10 (9–11) July 15, 17, 22, 24 (11–1) We’ll be hitting the weight room and then heading indoors. Let’s get stronger together! 💚⚽️ #LPHSSoccer #LadyDragons #DragonStrong
🎉 Join SGA This Summer! 💚 Interested in student leadership and earning community service hours? The LPHS Student Government Association invites all students, including upcoming freshmen, to participate this summer! 📅 Next Meeting: Tuesday, June 24th | 9 AM – 11 AM 📍 Meet at the LPHS Front Office 📝 Community service hours will be earned! Also, don’t miss out on Pre-Week in August and remember — lunch will be provided on August 4th! 💥 See you tomorrow, June 24th! Let’s get involved and make a difference! 💪 #LPHSGators #StudentLeadership #SGASummer
29 days ago, Lake Placid High
SGA Summer Dates
Attention LPHS Students! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ If you're enrolled in P.E. for the 2025–2026 school year, make sure you're ready to move! You MUST wear: ✅ Lace-up tennis shoes ✅ School-appropriate athletic clothing 🛍️ Please shop accordingly this summer and come to school fully prepared to succeed in your P.E. class! 💚 Let's kick off the year the right way, Dragons! 💚 #LPHSPride #DragonStrong #BackToSchoolReady #PEPrep
about 1 month ago, Lake Placid High
Students who have Physical Education class(es) for the 2025-2026 school year MUST wear lace-up tennis shoes and school-appropriate athletic clothing during their P.E. period.