Twice-Told Tale

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(Above) After Eid prayers are finished, everyone goes outside and wishes, "Eid Mubarak" or, "Happy Eid" to each other. This is where Muslims are able to meet with their friends and celebrate Eid together. At my local mosque, after Eid prayers occur, there are usually tons of food and treats outside. There is also toys and games children can buy, and that is when I go home and we give each other Eidi, or money, as a gift. According to bbcgoodfood.com, "Eid is all about feasting since it comes after a month of fasting (Muslims are not permitted to fast on this day). Whilst there is no set menu for what should be on the table, dishes prepared are always rich and decadent."
Season of Celebration Unmasked
April 2, 2025
(Above) Emily Sacco, grade 11, and Ashley Taddeo, grade 11, kick off Spring Break fashion from the starting block of the pool with matching outfits. The Hawaiian prints are reminiscent of vintage surf art and Hawaiian travel bringing a nostalgic aesthetic to their outfits. Hawaiian patterns are inspired by plumeria, palm trees, and ocean life.
Fashion That Makes a Splash
March 26, 2025
(Above) President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance were officially sworn in as the 47th President and 50th Vice President of the United States on January 20, 2025. Katie Mathews, grade 11 and Founder of Nerd Nite Next Gen, states,"With the rise of the new Bird Flu, we don't have the research and vaccine access necessary to combat this disease. The decline of our shared resources with other countries might put us behind and isolate the U.S., leading to scary outcomes."
W.H.O. Leaves Future Uncertain
March 12, 2025
(Above) Tessa Guerra, grade 12, loves sets that she can dress up and down, making all her outfits perfect for every occasion. Her set is designed for business casual from Aritzia's luxury line. She dresses her outfit down to make it casual with white sneakers, and scrunchies on her wrist.
Students Predict New Trends
March 5, 2025
(Above) MSG attracts people all across the globe in various ways, with the most notable being its impeccable sound system. The sound quality of the arena leads guests to believe that they left the best concert from sections as high as the nose bleeds. This factor also adds to how artists, such as Billie Eilish, sell out stadiums for high prices.
Venues Make or Break the Concert Experience
February 19, 2025
(Above) Mr. and Mrs. Thomas have adopted Ollie into the family. Ollie has become one of their favorite travel buddies, taking him on most family vacations, especially at the beach. Ollie loves to spend time with his family and loves to play on the sandy shores of Neptune Beach.
Mr. Thomas Transforms LHP Sports
March 21, 2025
(Above) Walt Disney World’s Epcot has a diverse selection of country pavilions to capture the around-the-world effect. The China pavilion is one of the two Asian countries that are a part of the park’s pavilions: The China pavilion highlights nature during the International Flower and Garden Festival with attractions such as this pond that has lilypads, tadpoles, topiaries, and gardens.
Epcot Blooms Into Spring
March 20, 2025
(Above) Mr. Arney has had a positive and quick readjustment period at Lake Highland. He has enjoyed the campus so far and has noticed how Lake Highland’s, “Vibe is more upbeat” and, “Also, the facilities here are top-notch.” He also claims that his favorite part about Lake Highland is how welcoming everyone is, including faculty and students. The main thing he appreciates is how everyone in the Lake Highland community is always there for each other and has everyone’s back. This has helped him feel supported in his journey as he navigates his way through Lake Highland.
Second Semester Surprises With New Teacher
February 28, 2025
(Above) When my grandfather was still an E.R. physician, he used to treat the monks of the Wat Florida Dhammaram in the early 2000s. After all, he was once a monk too. Many Thai men, like my grandfather, temporarily ordained as monks for a period of time in their lives, a practice believed to bring merit and peace to their families.
Thai Festival Celebrates Culture Post-COVID
February 27, 2025
(Above) Mr. Rudy Chihak teaches AP Psychology and coaches Boys Varsity Track. Mr. Chihak belives the concept is a very real phenomenon. Mr. Chihak even states that he advises his students who get nervous in social settings to, “Act like one of there more social friends.”
Faking Authentic Realities
November 18, 2024
(Above) Part of Morgan and Jo’s journey to open their business was applying to the Small Business Administration, a government-run program there to give money to small local businesses. The project was two years in the making, and Morgan and Jo both led their friends in the community, aligning perfectly with their hopes for the Burrow to be a community center for its guests.
Introducing Your New Third Place
April 3, 2025
(Above) Before a player storytells any game, it is imperative to explain the rules of the game in a way that is easy to understand. The presentation may have been overboard, but I wanted to make sure everyone had a fun time while playing my most favorite game.
Good Morning Ravenswood Bluff
March 28, 2025
(Above) SOHO's new seating area is more vibrant and tropical rather than their old design which now matches the vibe of their colorful açaí bowls.
SOHO Debunks Health Myths
March 13, 2025
(Above) On display at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts are six albums that represent some of the music present during the rise of the hippie movement. The bright colors on the album covers highlight the psychedelic style of the hippie movement.
Music Through the Ages Moves Policy
February 20, 2025
(Above) Florida is facing significant environmental challenges as new housing developments continue to expand. Mattamy Homes is building the population of the houses and areas continues to grow driven by factors like its warm climate and economic opportunities. This has led to a surge in demand for new homes. Unfortunately, this growth often comes at the expense of Florida’s ecosystems. The green that everyone knows Florida has is slowly disappearing under the sand and bricks of the homes with no social connection. The house market has exploded, and to be fair, it was in a reasonable way. The houses are selling higher than what they were originally listed at, but somewhere in the owner feels bad taking away everything that isn’t there.
Industry Replaces Environment
November 12, 2024
(Above) The history of Mardi Gras goes way back and is a completely different experience when understanding why it came to be. Mardi Gras, which means “Fat Tuesday” in French, has roots that go back to ancient times. It started as a way to celebrate before the season of Lent, which means they fast. People would eat fatty foods on the day before Lent to use them up before the fasting began. It was brought to America by French settlers, and overtime became a big festival. Today, Mardi Gras is known for its grand celebrations, especially in New Orleans, and is a huge event before Lent begins.
Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler
March 14, 2025
(Above) When Nikki Glaser first started to approach how she wanted to write her jokes for the 2025 Golden Globes, she decided she'd, "Fawn and then flame." She pointed out that for all hosts, it's really important to balance being respectful and fun, and to her credit, it translated to her performance.
First Solo Woman to Host Golden Globes
March 7, 2025
(Above) At the Artist's Alley one of the more common things to be sold are figurines. Pictured here are some figures of characters from the anima Demon Slayer. These figurines are collectors items and often sell for a hefty price!
Stranger Things to See at Megacon
February 21, 2025
Milton, Ivana Tobon, Grade 10, Pen and ink and ink wash.
Fall Literary Magazine Released 2024
January 8, 2025
(Above) In ELLE Magazine’s issue for August 2024, the Future of Fashion issue, Hoyeon Jung is profiled following the success of her 2021 premiere acting role in the popular Squid Game series. Now, she is committed to taking on all the modeling opportunities and acting roles that follow her new profound fame.
The Undiscovered Joy of Magazines
November 19, 2024
(Above) Varsity player Camden Richards, grade 12, takes a knee near the goal line during a game. As the Highlanders prepare to play, they keep in mind their main objectives of the season: beating Bishop Moore High School and Winter Park High School. The team encourages everyone to come support the players at their first home game on February 25.
Lacrosse Embodies Warrior Mentalities
March 27, 2025
(Above) Clint Potner, grade 11, is getting ready to begin his wrestling match. Keeping his head in the game at all times is very important in such a quick- paced individual sport. Wrestler Ronin Gault, grade 11, mentions that, “Most of the team does their work after morning practice” which is an efficient way he makes sure he never falls behind in schoolwork. Their team tends to help each other and keep each other accountable with work.
Walk Three Paths With Different Athletes
March 6, 2025
(Above) Eadyn Rivera, grade 10, worked on practicing her free throws during the offseason and quickly has become one of the teams best free throw shooters. Making Eadyn more of an offensive weapon with many teams having to foul her to prevent her from making her three point shots, and tough layups in the paint. As one of the leaders on the team Eadyn also makes sure her team is prepared to grab the rebound and set up a new offensive play.
Connections on the Court Outplay Challenges
March 3, 2025
(Above) Beck Tews, grade 11, demonstrates how he does his backhand while instructing the athletes on how to get the perfect form. Tews said, “I enjoy teaching tennis to the younger kids at LHP. It’s always good to show the kids new skills and making them try something new. So in the future, hopefully they will stick with it and love it as much as I do.” After talking to the athletes they started to follow his instructions after watching an example of what to copy. With more practice the athletes began to finally under- stand the importance of coordination whether it is playing together or just practicing by themselves. Learning with a bounce drop from the coaches, which is thrown directly in front of them for practice to be able to start their warm ups and get ready for the rest of practice.
Tennis Camps Make a Racket
November 13, 2024
(Above) While the Pride is one of only three professional women’s sports teams in Florida, it isn’t the last. With Orlando Pride, the USSSA Pride, Florida’s professional softball team, has inspired young women in the state to pursue their athletic careers after their establishment in 2009. This is seen by the addition of the Orlando Valkyries, a professional volleyball team, that started their first season in January. Similarly, the United Soccer League is starting the first season of their Division I Super League (USLS) this coming August, with two Florida soccer teams joining—Fort Lauderdale United FC and Tampa Bay Sun FC—and teams from Jacksonville and Palm Beach joining USLS in 2025.
The Pride of Orlando’s Sports League
October 24, 2024
(Above) Part of Gen-Z’s influence on book culture is the modernized effect of sprayed edges on special edition copies of books. This generation’s take on an old tradition is just another way that young readers are making an impact.
Gen-Z Motivates B&N Expansion
March 24, 2025
(Above) Curl creams are used to provide curls with definition while still maintaining your natural hair's pattern. It can be applied by raking it in your wet hair using your fingers, or applying with
Unraveling Curly Hair Stigmas
March 19, 2025
(Above) The Australian brand Cotton On's store is located at the Florida Mall in Orlando. This location provides all of the clothing mentioned in the article along with some other great finds that only Australian fashion has produced.
Down Under Brings Up New Trends
February 26, 2025
(Above) The Supreme Court upheld the TikTok ban on January 17. TikTok went dark for U.S. citizens for 14 hours on January 18 at 10:40 P.M. TikTok soon reopened but is still removed from all app stores, making it unable to be newly downloaded.
TikTok Ban Debate Continues
February 18, 2025
(Above) The outward slanted fencing surrounding Lake Highland's campus is a new addition to this year's extensive security measures. This fencing is extremely different from that of previous years that anyone could easily pass through.
Normalized Doesn’t Mean Normal
November 6, 2024
(Above) Before rehearsing the choreography to the song "No More Fear" by Emma Hunton, the cast watched the video filmed from a previous rehearsal to ensure they are refreshed on their part in the scene.
Freaky Friday Switches From Screen to Stage
April 1, 2025
(Above) Myanna Hatchette, grade 11, upcycled a jug of orange juice into a bird feeder. She even used water bottle caps and cardboard pieces to make it look like a bird.
Upcycling Cleans Up Tomorrow
March 31, 2025
(Above) Once people had their bags filled they would take them to a bag checking station, with the help of teachers Mr. Sharkey and Mrs. Flader, to determine the sizing of the clothes. Clothing items extended from shirts, sweatpants, flip flops, and many other kinds of sizes of clothes. Evan stated, “The event itself was both a huge success and a blast. I enjoyed watching both my fellow teachers and friends compete with each other to see who could fill the most bags out of everyone.” Evan, getting into specific detail, mentioned “Most of the articles of clothing and hygiene products were purchased from Dollar Tree. This was the best place to buy the items and make sure that I had enough.”
Backpacks Pack a Fresh Start
March 18, 2025
(Above) For Martin Luther King Day this year, Lake Highland Preparatory's Upper School had the honor of hearing Mr. Derreck Kayongo speak during the routine Unity meeting. Students such as myself and others had the opportunity to speak to him one-on-one and ask him questions about his inspiring speech.
Embodying MLK’s Spirit
March 11, 2025
(Above) Ms. Angie Wohltman, Wellness and Yoga Teacher, and Rachel McKenzie, grade 9, enjoy making "Worry Dolls."
Crafty Corner Creates Kind Krafts
March 10, 2025
(Above) The atmosphere of Raising Cane’s locations are unmatched compared to other fast food chains. The usage of vibrant, stark colors and graphic designs makes the interior not look drab and bland like some other fast food chains. It creates a welcoming environment that fosters a dine-in experience just as much as a drive-through experience. Today, it is common for most places to be more of a drive through kind of restaurant due to the lack of atmospheric aesthetic and cost that dressier interiors require.
Florida Dips Into Canes
March 25, 2025
(Above) Many of Freya Skye’s songs have been hits so far. According to alisaltrojantribune.com, these songs include “Who Says,” “Walk Over,” “Someone to Love,” and “Winter Dream.” It also states that out of all of these songs, “Winter Dream” has grown the most attraction as it is, “A festive song perfect for the holiday season.” Her songs have unique tunes and many themes, from intense and emotional to festive and happy.
Former Eurovision Star Rises to Fame
March 17, 2025
(Above) One dish named Branzino is a whole fish that is either fried or grilled. It is a European Sea Bass rubbed in Greek spices and overall tastes amazing. The fish is sourced locally from various fish markets to ensure that they are always served fresh. Many describe the taste as flaky and also slightly sweet.
Bosphorus Creators Open Parea
March 3, 2025
(Above) Lots of famous actors and Korean stars were included in this series, such as BigBang’s T.O.P, and former IZ*ONE member Jo Yu-ri. These actors bring the psychological games to life and leave fans waiting for more spectacular acting.
I’ve Played These Games Before
February 24, 2025
(Above) The Madras Cafe is located on Sand Lake Road and is open from 11:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. for their breakfast and lunch dining, and then from 5:00 P.M. to 10:30 P.M. for their evening dinner experience. Guests can be seated indoors or outdoors.
Spicing Up South Indian Flavors
November 11, 2024

Twice-Told Tale

Twice-Told Tale
(Above) Part of Morgan and Jo’s journey to open their business was applying to the Small Business Administration, a government-run program there to give money to small local businesses. The project was two years in the making, and Morgan and Jo both led their friends in the community, aligning perfectly with their hopes for the Burrow to be a community center for its guests.
Showcase
Introducing Your New Third Place
Emily Cypher, Director of Photography • April 3, 2025
(Above) After Eid prayers are finished, everyone goes outside and wishes, "Eid Mubarak" or, "Happy Eid" to each other. This is where Muslims are able to meet with their friends and celebrate Eid together. At my local mosque, after Eid prayers occur, there are usually tons of food and treats outside. There is also toys and games children can buy, and that is when I go home and we give each other Eidi, or money, as a gift. According to bbcgoodfood.com, "Eid is all about feasting since it comes after a month of fasting (Muslims are not permitted to fast on this day). Whilst there is no set menu for what should be on the table, dishes prepared are always rich and decadent."
Season of Celebration Unmasked
Hiba Bilal, Co-Editor • April 2, 2025
(Above) Before rehearsing the choreography to the song "No More Fear" by Emma Hunton, the cast watched the video filmed from a previous rehearsal to ensure they are refreshed on their part in the scene.
Freaky Friday Switches From Screen to Stage
Savannah Fondo, Director of Media • April 1, 2025
Editorial
Season of Celebration Unmasked
Hiba Bilal, Co-Editor • April 2, 2025
Fashion That Makes a Splash
Hayden Roberts, Co-Editor • March 26, 2025
W.H.O. Leaves Future Uncertain
Alyssa Wiboon, Editor-in-Chief • March 12, 2025
Students Predict New Trends
Hayden Roberts, Co-Editor • March 5, 2025
Venues Make or Break the Concert Experience
Emily Cypher, Director of Photography • February 19, 2025
Special Feature
Mr. Thomas Transforms LHP Sports
Hayden Roberts, Co-Editor • March 21, 2025
Epcot Blooms Into Spring
Savannah Fondo and Yara Koteish • March 20, 2025
Second Semester Surprises With New Teacher
Hiba Bilal, Co-Editor • February 28, 2025
Thai Festival Celebrates Culture Post-COVID
Alyssa Wiboon, Editor-in-Chief • February 27, 2025
Faking Authentic Realities
Tessa Guerra, Director of Advertising • November 18, 2024
Faces and Places
(Above) Part of Morgan and Jo’s journey to open their business was applying to the Small Business Administration, a government-run program there to give money to small local businesses. The project was two years in the making, and Morgan and Jo both led their friends in the community, aligning perfectly with their hopes for the Burrow to be a community center for its guests.
Introducing Your New Third Place
Emily Cypher, Director of Photography • April 3, 2025

We all have two important everyday places in our lives; school or work, and home. However, most of us lack that third place we go to: a place...

(Above) Before a player storytells any game, it is imperative to explain the rules of the game in a way that is easy to understand. The presentation may have been overboard, but I wanted to make sure everyone had a fun time while playing my most favorite game.
Good Morning Ravenswood Bluff
Jay Fredel, Staff • March 28, 2025

We've all played Mafia before, right? Everyone sits in a circle, a storyteller picks the roles, and so forth. Without a doubt we've all had this...

(Above) SOHO's new seating area is more vibrant and tropical rather than their old design which now matches the vibe of their colorful açaí bowls.
SOHO Debunks Health Myths
Yara Koteish, Staff • March 13, 2025

Açaí bowls are seen as healthy food when, in actuality, the average açaí boal contains approximately 600-1000 calories, depending on the...

(Above) The history of Mardi Gras goes way back and is a completely different experience when understanding why it came to be. Mardi Gras, which means “Fat Tuesday” in French, has roots that go back to ancient times. It started as a way to celebrate before the season of Lent, which means they fast. People would eat fatty foods on the day before Lent to use them up before the fasting began. It was brought to America by French settlers, and overtime became a big festival. Today, Mardi Gras is known for its grand celebrations, especially in New Orleans, and is a huge event before Lent begins.
Entertainment
Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler
Mary Collins, Staff • March 14, 2025

Universal Studios brings back its annual Mardi Gras event once again, celebrating their 30th annual celebration. With tasty foods, live dancers...

(Above) When Nikki Glaser first started to approach how she wanted to write her jokes for the 2025 Golden Globes, she decided she'd, "Fawn and then flame." She pointed out that for all hosts, it's really important to balance being respectful and fun, and to her credit, it translated to her performance.
First Solo Woman to Host Golden Globes
Emily Cypher, Director of Photography • March 7, 2025
(Above) At the Artist's Alley one of the more common things to be sold are figurines. Pictured here are some figures of characters from the anima Demon Slayer. These figurines are collectors items and often sell for a hefty price!
Stranger Things to See at Megacon
Jay Fredel, Staff • February 21, 2025
Milton, Ivana Tobon, Grade 10, Pen and ink and ink wash.
Fall Literary Magazine Released 2024
Savannah Fondo, Director of Media • January 8, 2025
(Above) In ELLE Magazine’s issue for August 2024, the Future of Fashion issue, Hoyeon Jung is profiled following the success of her 2021 premiere acting role in the popular Squid Game series. Now, she is committed to taking on all the modeling opportunities and acting roles that follow her new profound fame.
The Undiscovered Joy of Magazines
Savannah Fondo, Director of Media • November 19, 2024
Sports
(Above) Varsity player Camden Richards, grade 12, takes a knee near the goal line during a game. As the Highlanders prepare to play, they keep in mind their main objectives of the season: beating Bishop Moore High School and Winter Park High School. The team encourages everyone to come support the players at their first home game on February 25.
Lacrosse Embodies Warrior Mentalities
Ashley Taddeo, Staff • March 27, 2025

Lacrosse has become one of the most popular sports in America today; yet most people don’t actually know the true meaning or  background behind...

(Above) Clint Potner, grade 11, is getting ready to begin his wrestling match. Keeping his head in the game at all times is very important in such a quick- paced individual sport. Wrestler Ronin Gault, grade 11, mentions that, “Most of the team does their work after morning practice” which is an efficient way he makes sure he never falls behind in schoolwork. Their team tends to help each other and keep each other accountable with work.
Walk Three Paths With Different Athletes
Emily Sacco, Staff • March 6, 2025

Being a student-athlete can be challenging, especially when both your academic and athletic schedules are jam-packed. Many students here at Lake...

(Above) Eadyn Rivera, grade 10, worked on practicing her free throws during the offseason and quickly has become one of the teams best free throw shooters. Making Eadyn more of an offensive weapon with many teams having to foul her to prevent her from making her three point shots, and tough layups in the paint. As one of the leaders on the team Eadyn also makes sure her team is prepared to grab the rebound and set up a new offensive play.
Connections on the Court Outplay Challenges
Hayden Roberts, Co-Editor • March 3, 2025

As Lake Highland’s athletic department adds more trophies to its collection each season with Fall, Winter, and Spring sports, one program that...