Twice-Told Tale

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Declining Freedom In the Land of the Free
Declining Freedom In the Land of the Free
April 9, 2026
(Above) Most nights, Bad Bunny will choose a fan from the crowd to bring on stage and into “La Casita” section of his set. In this case, a fan was pulled on stage to sing the beginning of the song “VOY A LLeVarte PA PR,” which has become typical on the tour. This colorful part of the stage serves to represent what a typical, Puerto Rican home looks like and further play into his goal of honoring and keeping alive Puerto Rican culture and heritage.
Bad Bunny Puts Fans Before Profit
March 9, 2026
(Above) In 1996, Ingrid Tejeda and her husband, Juan Atiles, decided to move to Orlando to provide a better future for their children. Now her small business, Ingrid Tu Varedad Boutique, has been serving downtown Kissimmee for 21 years, selling clothes for all occasions but specializing in wedding and quinceñera dresses. The dress pictured above is worn by a model from Images Development, a modeling school that Tejeda manages. It is a gorgeous baby pink ball gown with layers of tulle and beautiful beading on the bodice and hem.
Orlando Fashion Week Shines at Eola View
February 27, 2026
The Attack on the Department of Education
February 5, 2026
(Above) The parking lot at Se7enBites is bursting with different colors, designs, and forms of art following the erasing of the Pulse crosswalk. Each individual who participated in the Parking Space for Pride--A Rainbow Connection event was welcomed to let their creativity flow and create something unique to them. Rather than just decorating a few parking spots, the owner, Chef Trina Gregory, chose to let the decoration span all throughout her restaurant’s parking lot, leaving no room for a blank space while tying the overall atmosphere together as one.
Se7enBites Offers Censorship Alternative
November 6, 2025
(Above) Edison Learning Specialist, Clara Velasquez-Levin, enjoys vacation with her family during a trip by the water. Pictured with her husband, Mike Levin, their son Emanuel Levin, a ninth grader, and their daughter, who is in Pre-K. Outside of her work supporting students in the Edison Program at Lake Highland Preparatory School, Velasquez-Levin enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Edison Specialist Sparks Love of Learning
April 21, 2026
Student Photographers Create Their Own Space
April 17, 2026
(Above) “Right now I would like living in- side the New York Brownstone that I am creating. I have always wanted to live above a restaurant or store so I think it would be an ideal residence.”
Peeking into Ms. Bryant’s World of Miniatures
March 19, 2026
(Above) One of the most prominent places in St. Augustine is Flagler College, which was formerly known to be one of the oldest luxury resorts in America. According to visitstaugustine.com, this was opened in 1888 by Henry Flagler, and it is also known for being one of the first major buildings made with poured concrete. It is currently a private liberal arts college; founded in 1968.
Journey Through Centuries in St. Augustine
March 18, 2026
Luke’s Corner
February 24, 2026
(Above) Bianca Trujillo, grade 11, will be focusing on her previous internship and will be shadowing, “Melissa Vickers, the state defense attorney for the 9th Judicial Circuit of Florida.” She plans to use this experience to decide between a career in criminal or international law.
Juniors Step into the World of Shadowing
April 10, 2026
(Above) One of the most popular stores on Park Avenue is Luluemon. The brand produces high quality athletic wear and is constantly progressing forward with their designs. According to Lululemon Locator the brand drops new clothing every Tuesday bringing new pieces for customers. Their new polka dot design has been a fan favorite.
Winter Park Storefronts on the Avenue
March 24, 2026
(Above) The Glass Knife is conveniently located within a very popular area, receiving a significant amount of foot traffic on Park Avenue, with surrounding restaurants and shops being Briarpatch Restaurant, Klassy, and Forema Boutique. With The Glass Knife’s prior popularity and status, it gives them an advantage in being located in an already crowded area, attracting more customers.
Glass Knife Expands With a New Address
March 12, 2026
(Above) Klassy's storefront is at 236 North Park Ave, Winter Park, Florida. The store is located nearby Rollins College, which helps make it a hotspot to a larger wider demographic. The target audience ranges from young teens to young women who care about being comfortable and stylish at the same time. The store is sandwiched between the Briarpatch Restaurant and the Wright & Company women's clothing store.
Park Avenue Gets Klassy
February 6, 2026
(Above) Giovanna handmade over 1,000, “Un Verano Sin Ti,” shirts, gaining Bad Bunny’s attention. This led to the tops to be posted on his main Instagram story.
Cariissima Charms Designer Labels
December 4, 2025
(Above) View from the Mountain, Annabelle Kwok, Grade 12, Oil painting.
Spring Literary Magazine Released 2026
April 29, 2026
(Above) Down the bustling walkways, food trucks line each side, representing a bond between hardworking owners and a strong, loving community. Here, each dish has a story, blending flavors and techniques from cultures across the world, including Argentinian, Dominican, and Middle Eastern cuisines. Every bite reflects the passions and creativity of the people who made it.
Central Florida Offers a World of Flavors
April 13, 2026
(Above) Rohna is an emerging indie-rock band from Tampa, Florida. In October of 2025, Rohna opened at the Céline in Orlando for Rehash, a rock band from South Florida, and Dogpark, an Indie-rock band from New York. Rohna has a way of captivating the crowd with their electric energy on stage and their talented performance. Although being a smaller band, they have taken to the stage with known artists such as The Black Keys, Lovejoy, flipturn, and more. This band unmistakingly has passion for their music that not only comes across on stage, but in their music as well.
A.I. Produces Sound Without Soul
March 12, 2026
(Above) The role of Baron Von Rothbart, the sorcerer who captures Odette, was played by Francis Mihm. The 2025-26 season marks his fourth season with Orlando Ballet. Being a part of the Orlando Ballet company means working with over 85 other dancers on a production. Many productions around the globe depict Rothbart as an owl-like sorcerer. Meanwhile, The Orlando Ballet took a more animalistic approach, making him a cloak out of fur instead of feathers.
Curtain Call for Orlando Ballet’s New Season
February 16, 2026
Don't Wake Me, Sage Debnath, Grade 10, Digital art.
Fall Literary Magazine Released 2025
December 8, 2025
(Above) On the left Alexander Betancourt, grade 10, and on the right Christopher Herbet, grade 11, pushed each other to finish their last event off the meet. The two runners were teammates during cross country season which allowed them to control and communicate the pace for their race.
Track and Field Sprints into States
April 27, 2026
(Above) One of the Seniors, Jackson Angelou, West Virginia commit, wrestled in the 190 weight class for this meet. Aneglou is ranked thirteenth in the country in the 190 weight class by Flo Wrestling.
Wrestling Presents Dual-Sided Lunch
March 25, 2026
(Above) Lachlan Croft, grade 10 checks the defense before scoring a goal. Croft has stepped up as a full time starter this year. Lachlan has made incredible finishes this year and when asked He stated, “Our mindset is completely focused on the task at hand, bringing home the gold.”
Ninety Minutes to Save the Season
March 4, 2026
(Above) Being part of one of the country’s most storied women’s soccer programs helped shape Coach Palazzo’s daily emphasis on culture and accountability at practice. Coach Palazzo says “Those lessons translate across all sports.”
Two Coaches Finally Get Their Due
March 2, 2026
(Above) Layla McCord, grade 9, lifts off the track, capturing a moment of growth. She is determined and ready to display anything she learns on the track.
Women in Sports Overcome Prejudice
February 25, 2026
(Above) Annabelle Kwok, grade 12, created this piece titled Russo-Ukraine War. Annabelle shares that this war, “Silences people speaking out on the topic; involves attempts to erase Ukrainian culture, identity, and sovereignty; and act as punishment for resistance.”
Voice of the Future Speaks Out
April 28, 2026
(Above) Last year, friends and family attended the before Prom pictures to socialize with the other parents while taking memorable photos of their kids with their date or friends.
Prom: Sequins, Satin, and Statement Looks
April 24, 2026
(Above) Zara features a two-story layout, taking the place of Forever 21. As one of the largest fast-fashion retailers, Zara’s opening is expected to draw strong attention, especially from the large number of tourists who visit The Mall at Millenia while traveling to Orlando.
The Mall at Millenia Renews Itself
April 22, 2026
(Above) Ava Savina (left) and Sheza Asrar (right), both grade 9, are shown holding Needohs at school. They talk about how much Needohs have kept them entertained, but also focused in and out of school. Asrar says she uses them everyday and still has not grown tired of them.
Need for Needohs Outpaces Supply
April 16, 2026
(Above) Timothée Chalamet has countless iconic roles, such as these shown above: Marty Mauser, an SNL barista, Bob Dylan, and just being himself in general. He has a very unique background, as he was his high school basketball mascot. Chalamet has formerly gone by the name “Lil’ Timmy Tim” when he was a rapper. In 2011, he had a viral video where he rapped about statistics for a class project at LaGuardia Performing Arts High School.
Timothée Chalamet Leads the Next Generation
March 26, 2026
(Above) Tyler Bloom, grade 12, is currently pursuing a career in the Navy. His commitment to serving his country reflects a strong sense of duty and responsibility. As he navigates through this crucial stage of his education, Tyler prepares himself for the challenges that lie ahead. His determination and focus serve as an inspiration to his peers.
JROTC Steps Up to Serve
April 15, 2026
(Above) Lana Lewis has also become more aware of how customers treat employees and added,“People don’t realize retail workers are real people. People just push me off like I don’t have a heart.”
Exploring the Senior Night Shift
April 7, 2026
(Above) Mr. Derek Daly is Lake Highland’s current Upper School Director. Throughout his numerous years at LHP, he has made necessary changes to ensure that the school continues to have a welcoming and loving atmosphere. Although he is leaving next year, his legacy will live on through the lasting effect he has had on the school.
New Leadership Takes New Direction
April 6, 2026
(Above) Walking onto the beach from the parking lot of High Tower Beach Park, guests enter a dock which leads visitors to the beautiful beach. Once they reach the end of the docks you can often see photographers taking photos of the surfers as they ride the massive waves. These waves have long breaks that can sometimes reach up to 200 meters because of the high tides. This makes High Tower Beach Park a great surfing spot for learners and advanced surfers. Even surfers in Lake Highland come here because of the high tides and big waves that are 3-4 feet that have long breaks that can sometimes reach 200 meters because of the high tides. Joseph Prado and Alex Wade, two surfers at Lake Highland, love to come here because of the beautiful waves and beach.
Keeping Satellite Beach Clean
March 16, 2026
(Above) The season schedule for the Orlando Shakespeare Theater is hung outside the building. Although students were going to visit the theater for Romeo and Juliet, the actors put on multiple plays throughout the year as well, such as The Hound of the Baskervilles. There were even a few shows for children, demonstrating that the show schedule is diverse and has something for everyone.
Learning Extends Beyond Classroom
March 6, 2026
(Above) Black Phin Coffee Bar’s signature coffee drink is the Cà Phê Sũa Dá, which translates to, “Vietnamese Coffee.” What makes Vietnamese coffee different from typical coffee is that it comes with sweetened condensed milk instead of regular milk, and they use a phin drip method. This is a traditional Vietnamese way of brewing coffee. They offer cold foams with Asian flavors such as ube, egg foam, Pandan, sea salt, and coconut to add flavor to their drinks.
Asian Culture Takes Over Coffee in Orlando
April 23, 2026
(Above) The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is not a standalone: there are four other books in the series. In fact, it is called a “trilogy” even though it contains five books. In order, they are: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, The Restaurant at the End of the universe, Life, the Universe, and Everything, So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish, and Mostly Harmless.
Satire Among the Stars Still Soars
April 14, 2026
(Above) In Ms. Laura Oswald’s Freshman biology classroom, the inner organelles of two different cells are depicted in a model. Genetic information, which is what is actually edited by revolutionary CRISPR technology, is stored in the nucleus of the cell (the nuclei are represented by the large purple and blue sections of each respective model). CRISPR technology is able to affect genetic information inside the nucleus to fight deadly genetic diseases and even cancer.
CRISPR Leads to New Cures
March 13, 2026
Oscar winning costume designer, Jacqueline Durran, is in charge of creating the costumes and outfits presented in the movie. She told Vogue magazine that she mixed Tudor, Georgian, Victorian, and 1950s glamour for costume inspiration. The designer even took inspiration from famous modern designers, such as Manfred Thierry Mugler and Alexander McQueen to create a wardrobe that, “Feels dramatic rather than historically accurate.” Her design combines these different historical aspects with a modern fashion style to bring the director’s creative vision to life. Instead of reflecting early 19th century fashion when the story takes place, costumes look flashy, highlighting dramatic impact over authenticity.
Wuthering Heights Storms the Screen
March 12, 2026
(Above) When H Mart finally opened, hundreds of people showed up to enter the 100,000 square foot store. Many ended up waiting in extreme lines to enter. The company erected tents for the shoppers to have some shade while waiting 30 minutes to over an hour to enter.
Shopping The World At H Mart
February 26, 2026

Twice-Told Tale

Twice-Told Tale
(Above) Bianca Trujillo, grade 11, will be focusing on her previous internship and will be shadowing, “Melissa Vickers, the state defense attorney for the 9th Judicial Circuit of Florida.” She plans to use this experience to decide between a career in criminal or international law.

Juniors Step into the World of Shadowing

Hiba Bilal, Director of Photography • April 10, 2026

High school is the time for students to start thinking about what they want to do in life and what their future goals are. Offerings also get time to learn about themselves and what their current interests...

(Above) One of the most popular stores on Park Avenue is Luluemon. The brand produces high quality athletic wear and is constantly progressing forward with their designs. According to Lululemon Locator the brand drops new clothing every Tuesday bringing new pieces for customers. Their new polka dot design has been a fan favorite.

Winter Park Storefronts on the Avenue

Sophia DaSilva, Staff • March 24, 2026

Walking down Park Avenue, the upscale and diverse boutiques lure in hundreds of tourists and locals alike. There is something for everyone, from chic and luxury fashion to old-world charm. Stores including...

(Above) The Glass Knife is conveniently located within a very popular area, receiving a significant amount of foot traffic on Park Avenue, with surrounding restaurants and shops being Briarpatch Restaurant, Klassy, and Forema Boutique. With The Glass Knife’s prior popularity and status, it gives them an advantage in being located in an already crowded area, attracting more customers.

Glass Knife Expands With a New Address

Yara Koteish, Staff • March 12, 2026

The Glass Knife is a cherished Winter Park bakery and cafe known for its artisanal pastries, seasonal sweets, large cakes, specialty coffees, and savory food options. It has recently expanded and opened...

(Above) Klassy's storefront is at 236 North Park Ave, Winter Park, Florida. The store is located nearby Rollins College, which helps make it a hotspot to a larger wider demographic. The target audience ranges from young teens to young women who care about being comfortable and stylish at the same time. The store is sandwiched between the Briarpatch Restaurant and the Wright & Company women's clothing store.

Park Avenue Gets Klassy

Renee Pugh, Staff • February 6, 2026

If you enjoy matcha just as much as you treasure comfortable and simple clothing, you will love Klassy on Park Avenue. This brand is known for creating everyday pieces with built-in support, and the design...

(Above) Giovanna handmade over 1,000, “Un Verano Sin Ti,” shirts, gaining Bad Bunny’s attention. This led to the tops to be posted on his main Instagram story.

Cariissima Charms Designer Labels

Mary Collins, Director of Advertising • December 4, 2025

 Starting in Orlando, Cariissima has grown from humble beginnings to collaborating with notable brands such as Veronica Beard, Aerie, AMIKA, and most recently, Marc Jacobs. Giovanna Collao, Lake Highland...

(Above) A centerpiece tree at Orlando Muesum of Art is featured at the Festival of Trees. The festival runs from November 15 to November 23 this year. This tree brings vibrance to the room, with its bright colors and unique look. This modern tree draws people in and makes them stop to admire the spun glass . An opportunity for Christmas tree viewing is available at the Orlando Museum of Art’s Festival of Trees which opens November 15 and ends November 23, 2025.

Fill Your Calendar With Glee

Tiffany Lok, Staff • November 10, 2025

Christmas experiences can be hard to find outside of the home, but this year there is a  fool-proof collection of options. While it does not snow in Florida the experiences Floridians have can make up...

Unique Bagels Pop-Up in Winter Park

Yara Koteish, Copy Editor • November 7, 2025

New York City’s most popular bagel chain has just made its way to Central Florida on 646 South Orlando Avenue in Winter Park. PopUp Bagels started as a pandemic hobby in 2020 by Adam Goldberg and Jeff...

(Above) The LHP speech and debate team; from left to right: Aubrey Coleman, Gabby McKenzie, Neel Aparanji, Shiva Sambamdam, Adam Wayne, Jacob Quililan, and Chupeng Gui, are at Mid-America Cup in West Des Moines, Iowa. Neel Aparanji, a quarterfinalist at this tournament has this to say about the tournament: “The Mid America Cup was definitely an intense tournament, but I somehow made it to quarterfinals! I’m so grateful for all the support my teammates and coaches gave me throughout the tournament!”

Debate Restructures for Expansion

Adam Wayne, Staff • November 5, 2025

As the school year progresses, the reformed Speech and Debate program is flourishing. Mr. Brian McAninch is the newly appointed Speech and Debate Director for Lake Highland. Formerly a Speech and Debate...

(Above) Rosallie Le French Cafe is different from all of the other restaurants in Downtown Winter Garden. Rosallie aims to give their guests a taste of authentic Sounthern French food with their exceptional menu and amazing food options, their atmosphere is also ment to resemble a traditional French vibe. Rosallie Le French Cafe actually originally opened in 1983 in France as an actual French cafe; they then opened a location in Winter Garden in the summer of 2017 to share the taste of France to make guests feel as if they have been transported to France through the environment, service, and extraordinary flavors.

Spotlighting Winter Garden Districts

Yara Koteish, Copy Editor • October 22, 2025

Downtown Winter Garden may not be the first location that comes to mind when people think of places to spend their time, but it actually is a great and very underrated spot to visit with friends and family....

(Above) This festive pumpkin-headed scarecrow greets guests as they enter Magic Kingdom, dressed in fall-themed attire perfect for the season. Decorations like these set the spooky tone and the Halloween-like atmosphere.

Disney Turns Back the Clock on Halloween

Shanze Humayun, Staff • October 15, 2025

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is one of the most beloved seasonal events at Walt Disney World. Located in Magic Kingdom, the party first began in 1995 in Orlando, Florida, and has grown into...

(Above) Cloud Cities by Tomás Saraceno floats above, quietly glowing and shifting reflections of light as viewers walk by. Something about the size of the art piece is magnetic and leaves the viewers in awe. When viewers walk into The Alfond Inn they could see in the distance the small atrium projecting the light of the art throughout the room. This makes everyone in the room feel like part of the center-piece. As a viewer standing under the art piece, it is astonishing to see the colors being projected not only on the walls but also on the people viewing the art piece

Special Look Inn the Alfond

Tiffany Lok, Staff • October 14, 2025

The Alfond Inn Happy Hour Tour is an enriching experience that reflects different cultures, enabling guests to understand the various backgrounds of featured artists. Looking behind the canvas, the artist...

(Above) From the student parking lot, Seniors are seen reminiscing on their last year at Lake Highland. Decades later they will have fond memories of wearing their Senior crowns, which are perfectly captured in this moment.

Seniors Celebrate With Childhood Nostalgia

Mabel Lin, Staff • October 6, 2025

              During the 2025-2026 school year, Seniors have started the trend of making Senior crowns and purchasing backpacks as a way to celebrate their last year of high school. Many...

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