Twice-Told Tale

The Student News Site of Lake Highland Preparatory School
(Above) The invisible illness manifests itself when it gets to the point of a patient crashing down, not being able to function in his or her normal state. A case representative of this idea was when I was admitted into the hosptial. For months since the start of school, I had been working over the present symptoms in my life. However, sometimes it gets to a point where medical intervention is needed. I was constantly hooked up to a new IV bag, my vitals were taken every four hours, and multiple specialists visited me to try to narrow down what was wrong, or if it were just a flare up of symptoms. Photo courtesy of Mrs. Jennifer Reif. Graphic courtesy of elleandtheautognome.wordpress.com.
The Invisible Illness
September 12, 2022
(Above) Without the criticism our world constantly experiences on social media, our generation could start to be more open and accepting of our sense of self-expression. Our differences are what makes us who we are and makes us what we want to be.
Look Up
April 7, 2022
(Above) Compared to grocery stores, the growth of gardens and small rooftop farms in urban areas has provided areas where people can come together and connect with the earth as their source of food. These urban farms can fill-in gaps for low-income areas where there’s a lack of healthy foods, improving local food security and nutrition.
Organic Foods Sustain Past the Premium
March 21, 2022
(Above) Colleges are left with an important decision: require standardized testing or allow slight decreases in GPA performance in exchange for greater diversity and socioeconomic access. Increasing diversity is crucial to opening students to different intellectual and cultural perspectives.
Why Testing is Not the Golden Standard
March 3, 2022
(Above) There was a large number of protests mainly across Europe in the lead up to the COP26 summit. But, there were at least some positive outcomes after years of demanding action. For example, the former governor of the Bank of England has unified 450 organizations to shift their activity to zero-carbon investments.
Don’t Look Up Gives Us Reason To
January 31, 2022
(Above) When the Alabama Hotel closed, after being owned by several generations of the LaChance and Schenck family, the space was renovated from 1980-1981. During this time, the hotel transformed from guest rooms that hosted luminaries, to a 19-unit condominium. Today, the Alabama is still a condominium, and a two bedroom, two bathroom, 1,245 square foot condo runs for around $800,000. There are currently 12-units in the Alabama, where the units are all updated, and residents have shared amenities, such as a pool and lake access. Photo by Rebecca Reif.
Winter Park Hotels Embody the City’s Charms
September 30, 2022
(Above) The eclectic nature of White Wolf Cafe has seemingly spread to the other, much newer, establishments nearby, making the street a hub for urban dining with an old-timey feel. However it is the diner’s history, seen by the Roman soldier, that makes White Wolf a must eat restuarant in the heart of Orlando. Photo by Delaney Bolstein.
Old Restaurants Bring a New Feel
August 30, 2022
(Above) Kiera Moore and Delaney Bolstein, both age ten, bake cookies during the summer before sixth grade. Kiera sports a neon green tank while Delaney wears a shirt with a hipster cat. They represent the uniqueness of tween fashion while doing what most tweens today would not imagine staying off their phones.
Tweens Are The New Teens
April 1, 2022
(Above) Since its establishment in 2020, Aster Lit has focused on ways to expand and connect their international community of young writers. In the future, the non-profit is planning to host poetry and prose workshops to give back to their audiences that have impacted the team immensely.
A Galaxy of Writers Shine through Aster Lit
March 22, 2022
(Above) Mr. Derek Daly, Director of the Upper School, and Mr. Jonathan Hiett, Associate Director and Upper School Dean of Students, were two of many faculty and administrators that accompanied students in viewing the Hate Ends Now event. Mr. Hiett shared his thoughts, “The Hate Ends Now Tour was such a powerful and immersive experience. Being in the cattle car, hearing from Holocaust survivors, and getting a small taste for the horrific events they dealt with was indescribable.”
Cattle Cars Make Train Stop at Lake Highland
March 16, 2022
(Above) At Full Sail University, The Monarch Initiative is a program that focuses on the nature in one’s life, and it also promotes conservation. Relating to Instagram trends, butterfly and angel wings fill up a substantial amount of an individual’s feed. It is com- mon for the person to stand in the middle of each wing, and poses for his or her photo.
Living Your Aesthetic Life
September 29, 2022
(Above) On top of the prized breakfast at The Old Spanish Sugar Mill Grill and Griddle House, there are many other activities offered at De Leon Springs State Park including boat tours, swimming in the spring, scuba diving, and hiking through the trails. Before the restaurant or state park was established, sugar cane was crushed using the iconic mill. Later on, Peter and Majorie Shwarze saw the value of this mill, and decided to open up this successful and admired location.
The Sun Sets on Breakfast
September 23, 2022
(Left) LHP has com- pletely redesigned the Tartan Cafe, with more open seating to accomodate more students. Mrs. Lauren Oliva, LHP’s Social Studies Department Chair, commented on the new look, “The design of the new cafeteria blows me away! I love the chairs, tables, and booths, and I think all the Highlander decoration is a great addition.” Photo by Kailey Calvo.
New Dining Experiences on the Menu
September 21, 2022
(Above) AP Art students work on their individual projects during classtime. Their pieces count towards their end of the year AP portfolio. Students use an array of mediums such as markers, pastels, and pens to create their pieces. Photo by Serena Young.
Bridging the Brain Gap
September 16, 2022
(Above) Many old and new friends are seen at the walk, and Zane, age 9, hangs out with a good friend at the event in 2016. All photos courtesy of Mrs. Maranda Arnold.
St. Jude Kicks off Walk With a Run
September 14, 2022
(Above) Disney and Universal have always been rivals, but when it comes to the guest, visitors just want the most enjoyable experience. Zane Rimes, grade 10, explained, “When I got to do the seven-night stay at Disney after my battle with cancer, we had a special room at Disney, and I got to cut to the front of the lines at any ride at all of the parks. This was in 2013.” Graphic courtesy of micechat.com.
A World or Universe of Possibilities
September 15, 2022
My Unfinished Face, Merium Qureshi, Grade 10, Embroidery.
By Any Other Name Showcases Another Season of Art
May 11, 2022
(Left) Pointe Orlando recently underwent a $32 million redevelopment which included a new corridor nicknamed “The Link,” which connects visitors from the I-Drive entrance to the back of the complex. A new modern seating area also caters to guests who want to explore the variety of new restaurants and socialize.
Exciting Entertainment Revives I-Drive
March 28, 2022
Users of TikTok scroll through their For You Page or “FYP” to view a feed of videos that an algorithm thinks they will like. Getting lost within the billions of videos, TikTok is known to take up hours of a user’s day. Influencers recently have been starting their platforms through TikTok, as it has proven to allow creators to grow faster than other platforms.
Influencers Set Unrealistic Expectations
March 18, 2022
(Above) Ideas for the film Nomadland began in 2018 when Chloé Zhao, Peter Spears, and Frances McDormand met in McDormand’s apartment to discuss the film. During that discussion, it was evident that Zhao should take the position of director of the film. They heavily took inspiration from Jessica Bruder’s book Nomadland which focused on similar themes of community and freedom.
Oscars Spotlight Top Films in the Industry
March 8, 2022
(Above) Coach Mike Palazzo (left) and Coach Donny Simpson (right) matside during a huge finals match at the Doc Buchanan tournament in California. The Doc Buchanan is one of the biggest and most important tournaments in the country. Photo courtesy of Trackwrestling.com.
Revealing the Untold Tales of LHP Wrestling
September 26, 2022
(Above) Phil Dalhausser and his former volleyball partner, Todd Rogers, won gold medals in the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics. This would make his name as a Gold Medal Olympian, making history in the beaches around the world.
Olympian Carries the Torch for Florida
April 5, 2022
(Above) A participant from the Special Olympics of Florida is throwing shot put, a track and field event that involves tossing a heavy spherical ball as far as possible. Women “put” an eight-pound ball, while men “put” a 15-pound ball. Volunteers assist in recording distances, congratulating participants, and providing medals.
Special Olympics Sparks Opportunities For All
April 4, 2022
(Above) For Coach Scott Schenker, he is honored to help everyone grow as an athlete as they continue to achieve their goals. He explained, “They are family, and there is nothing more rewarding than that.”
Varsity Softball Hits Off a New Season
March 31, 2022
Above) The finish line ended up being much less glorious than I thought. The two hour finish time on the watch was not something I took pride in, as I did not did I want to think about it. Some of the cheers from fellow runners felt like they were more out of pity than admiration, but, nonetheless, stopping every 10 minutes to meet characters (from a six foot distance) was worth the slight feeling of defeat.
Running the Distance
March 9, 2022
(Left) Juicy Couture velour tracksuits definitely defined the 2000s fashion era. Everybody who was somebody was seen wearing Juicy Couture out running errands, or even for a walk in the park. 2000s star Mariah Carey was seen wearing Juicy Couture, and Kendall and Kylie Jenner took a modern twist on the 2000s trend. Photos courtesy of Wmagazine.com and GSI Media (left to right).
In With the Old Y2K Style
September 28, 2022
(Above) The work of Dr. Colin Campbell (right) parallels the studies of Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn (left). Esselstyn focused on the effects of meat consumption on heart disease and diabetes. His clinical trials at the Cleveland Clinic, where he prescribed a whole-foods plant-based diet to patients diagnosed as seriously ill with car- diovascular disease, had a success rate of 99.4% for those patients not having a major cardiac event. The two doctors collaborated on a 2011 documentary, Forks Over Knives, which was endorsed by Oprah Winfrey and former U.S. President Bill Clinton. Photo courtesy of Plant Strong Podcast.
Eating for Health
September 27, 2022
(Above) There were various actors on the audition site. With all that greeting, hugging, and chatting, an audition can also be a kind of reunion. Expe- rienced actors that participated in shows before were coming back for another year, while novices who tried to hide their nervousness with excite- ment were trying out for the first time. “I’m hoping that everybody does really well, and gets what they want, ”Avery Johnson, grade 12, a returning actor, wished the actors good luck. “This is defi- nitely not my first time doing this. There’s lots of people who are though. So I’m hoping nobody is too nervous,” she said with a gentle smile. Photo by Tina Zhang.
Auditions and “All That Jazz”
September 22, 2022
(Above) Prior to their performance, Zeal Patel and Santiago Calderon practice their presentation about Kendrick Lamar. Santiago explains, “Highlighting modern artists is important to see into the future, and that is exactly what we plan to do.” From initiating discussions regarding the life that African Americans face in Compton to providing evidence of black excellence in society today, they memorize their speeches before presenting in the Harriett Coleman Center For the Arts.
Poetry Pops Up Throughout Campus
May 6, 2022
Users of TikTok scroll through their For You Page or “FYP” to view a feed of videos that an algorithm thinks they will like. Getting lost within the billions of videos, TikTok is known to take up hours of a user’s day. Influencers recently have been starting their platforms through TikTok, as it has proven to allow creators to grow faster than other platforms.
Influencers Set Unrealistic Expectations
March 18, 2022
(Above) After graduating from Bishop Lynch High School in Dal- las, Texas, Mr. Jim McIntyre enrolled in the University of North Texas majoring in history with a focus on U.S. diplomacy. He then worked in the restaurant industry for a year when he ran into his former principal who offered him a teaching position. After a few years of teaching, Mr. McIntyre obtained a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from Texas A&M University. Photo courtesy of Lake Highland Preparatory School.
Enhancing Existing Traditions
September 20, 2022
(Above) The second floor of the state-of-the-art building will be the Innovation Institute, which will feature a two-story makerspace surrounded by teaching labs for physics, engineering, robotics, computer science, augmented and virtual reality, and more. The third floor will be dedicated to math classrooms; the fourth floor will be home to English and language arts. The style of this new building will fit in seamlessly with the beautiful domed Rex Building and will be a welcomed addition to modernize the campus and provide a bold and modern future for all members of the greater Highlander community. All photos by Kailey Calvo.
Elevated for a Brighter Future
September 9, 2022
(Above) A participant from the Special Olympics of Florida is throwing shot put, a track and field event that involves tossing a heavy spherical ball as far as possible. Women “put” an eight-pound ball, while men “put” a 15-pound ball. Volunteers assist in recording distances, congratulating participants, and providing medals.
Special Olympics Sparks Opportunities For All
April 4, 2022
(Above) Some of the favorite FPS memories for coaches and participants alike is being lucky enough to travel to and participate in international competitions at a variety of universities throughout the United States with students from over 36 states and 7 countries worldwide. LHP was lucky enough to attend the last International Conference in June 2019 at UMass Amherst, and LHP’s competing teams brought back many awards to add to their huge collection.
Creating a Better Tomorrow Today
March 24, 2022
(Above) Mr. Derek Daly, Director of the Upper School, and Mr. Jonathan Hiett, Associate Director and Upper School Dean of Students, were two of many faculty and administrators that accompanied students in viewing the Hate Ends Now event. Mr. Hiett shared his thoughts, “The Hate Ends Now Tour was such a powerful and immersive experience. Being in the cattle car, hearing from Holocaust survivors, and getting a small taste for the horrific events they dealt with was indescribable.”
Cattle Cars Make Train Stop at Lake Highland
March 16, 2022
(Above) On top of the prized breakfast at The Old Spanish Sugar Mill Grill and Griddle House, there are many other activities offered at De Leon Springs State Park including boat tours, swimming in the spring, scuba diving, and hiking through the trails. Before the restaurant or state park was established, sugar cane was crushed using the iconic mill. Later on, Peter and Majorie Shwarze saw the value of this mill, and decided to open up this successful and admired location.
The Sun Sets on Breakfast
September 23, 2022
(Right) Stephanie Hsu as Joy, Evelyn’s daughter, just turned her opponent into a flurry of confetti. Photo courtesy of The Telegraph. (Photo courtesy of The Telegraph.)
Must Watch Film Soars Above Expectations
September 16, 2022
(Above) If you could only order one thing from the menu at Sugar Dough Bakehouse, I would recommend the Strawberry Croissant. It was essentially a croissant filled with a cream filling and fresh strawberries. The light and sweet texture of the filling was unlike any other. Although expensive, the fresh and fluffy dough of the croissant was well worth it.
Bakehouse Introduces Global Flavors
March 30, 2022
A comparison of Battlefield 4 and Battlefield 2042’s tanks demonstrate the clearly defined differences between the two photos. Many people have seen and shown that the tanks feel less powerful than Battlefield 4’s tanks. They seem to have less health and loss of some of the abilites. Power over armor is not a good dynamic. It should be more of focus than power to make it work properly.
Battlefield 2042 Disappointing Fans
March 29, 2022
(Above) Twenty Pho Hour has a wide variety of offerings on their menu, consisting of appetizers, fresh summer rolls, stir fry noodles, pho bowls, signature bowls, build your own bowls, drinks, and desserts. While the menu is mainly focused on pho, other pan-Asian options are available. The most favored seem to be boba teas and refreshers and any type of pho with Twenty Pho Hour’s specialty sauce: 24 sauce. Twenty-four sauce showcases sweet, spicy, and savory flavors, which makes it the perfect pair with many of the dishes.
2D Restaurant Brings 3D Flavor
March 11, 2022

Twice-Told Tale

Twice-Told Tale
(Above) At Full Sail University, The Monarch Initiative is a program that focuses on the nature in one’s life, and it also promotes conservation. Relating to Instagram trends, butterfly and angel wings fill up a substantial amount of an individual’s feed. It is com- mon for the person to stand in the middle of each wing, and poses for his or her photo.

Living Your Aesthetic Life

Rebecca Reif, Editor-in-Chief • September 29, 2022

While the social media platform, Instagram, can be used for activism, sharing one’s daily life through photos and videos, or informative graphics, Instagram users also focus on an aesthetic for their...

(Above) On top of the prized breakfast at The Old Spanish Sugar Mill Grill and Griddle House, there are many other activities offered at De Leon Springs State Park including boat tours, swimming in the spring, scuba diving, and hiking through the trails. Before the restaurant or state park was established, sugar cane was crushed using the iconic mill. Later on, Peter and Majorie Shwarze saw the value of this mill, and decided to open up this successful and admired location.

The Sun Sets on Breakfast

Rebecca Reif, Editor-in-Chief • September 23, 2022

The Old Spanish Sugar Mill, located at 601 Ponce Deleon Boulevard in the picturesque De Leon Springs State Park, is a treasured encounter and restaurant to both Florida families and visitors. For 61 years,...

(Left) LHP has com- pletely redesigned the Tartan Cafe, with more open seating to accomodate more students. Mrs. Lauren Oliva, LHP’s Social Studies Department Chair, commented on the new look, “The design of the new cafeteria blows me away! I love the chairs, tables, and booths, and I think all the Highlander decoration is a great addition.” Photo by Kailey Calvo.

New Dining Experiences on the Menu

Kailey Calvo, Co-Editor • September 21, 2022

A recurring theme for Lake Highland this year seems to be innovation, as the new Captial Projects, the new unnamed Arts District and Multisport Athletic Facility, and Porter Family Center for Innovation...

(Above) AP Art students work on their individual projects during classtime. Their pieces count towards their end of the year AP portfolio. Students use an array of mediums such as markers, pastels, and pens to create their pieces. Photo by Serena Young.

Bridging the Brain Gap

Serena Young, Director of Advertising • September 16, 2022

Being a more Humanities-oriented person myself, I couldn’t wrap my head around why some of my STEM-oriented friends like STEM so much. For the purpose of this survey, Humanities will be defined as English...

(Above) Many old and new friends are seen at the walk, and Zane, age 9, hangs out with a good friend at the event in 2016. All photos courtesy of Mrs. Maranda Arnold.

St. Jude Kicks off Walk With a Run

Zane Rimes, Director of Archives • September 14, 2022

This September marks the annual St. Jude Walk/Run for childhood cancer awareness month. This event will be held on September 24 at Fun Spot Orlando, and all are welcome to participate in the 5k. In previous...

(Above) Kamal Elbabaa, grade 11, is not just a familiar face on Park Avenue; he is also featured daily on the local news channel, Fox 35, in their opening segment highlighting people who help the community. Kamal is very proud of this and looks at his job as an opportu- nity to meet new people instead of simply something to make money. Photo by Delaney Bolstein.

Lake Highland Runs This Avenue

Delaney Bolstein, Co-Editor • September 13, 2022

I joined the workforce at the ripe age of 16. I never really intended to get a job in high school. I figured it would be hard to balance with school, and I honestly did not need the money but something...

(Above) Prior to their performance, Zeal Patel and Santiago Calderon practice their presentation about Kendrick Lamar. Santiago explains, “Highlighting modern artists is important to see into the future, and that is exactly what we plan to do.” From initiating discussions regarding the life that African Americans face in Compton to providing evidence of black excellence in society today, they memorize their speeches before presenting in the Harriett Coleman Center For the Arts.

Poetry Pops Up Throughout Campus

Santiago Calderon and Zeal Patel, Editor-in-Chief and Co-Editor • May 6, 2022

You’re sitting in English class, reading a poem. Some of you are somewhat engaged, but many of you may be off snoozing. But, to Dr. Brenda Walton and Mrs. Tracy Bessire, that’s not what poetry is about....

Rom-Com Rambling

Rom-Com Rambling

Arely Rubio, Staff • April 6, 2022

Being given the parameter of well... no parameter... is harder than one would think. I’m sure that if I had a clear vision of what this article would contain, I would have finished this article before...

(Above) If you could only order one thing from the menu at Sugar Dough Bakehouse, I would recommend the Strawberry Croissant. It was essentially a croissant filled with a cream filling and fresh strawberries. The light and sweet texture of the filling was unlike any other. Although expensive, the fresh and fluffy dough of the croissant was well worth it.

Bakehouse Introduces Global Flavors

Arya Sant, Staff • March 30, 2022

On Corrine Drive, visitors can find Sugar Dough Bakehouse, a bakery which specializes in pastries. The Asian-inspired flavors, combined with the French style dough, truly made eating at...

(Above) The help of volunteers is at the forefront of what keeps Habitat for Humanity alive. In Florida, many high school students help out in order to meet their Bright Futures requirements of 100 community service hours for free college tuition to a Florida university. There are also people who seek to better themselves by volunteering, or families and friends who desire to bond on a common good. Many businesses organize employee builds, volunteer events, and fundraisers in order to bolster company culture. The volunteer opportunities with Habitat for Humanity are endless. While the most common is working on job sites, there is also a demand for resale employees, corporate volunteers, and fundraiser organizers.

New Habitats Offer Fresh Starts

Sarah Finfrock, Director of Advertising • March 25, 2022

Habitat for Humanity (Habitat) is a charitable organization dedicated to giving people a fresh start with a new home, for a cheap price. As the largest not-for-profit builder in the world, Habitat...

(Above) At Magnolia Square, the famous clock in Downtown Sanford serves as a landmark for this area. The clock dates back to the early 1900s and was originally purchased for the First National Bank No. 1. This clock has been through four location changes, and was also interacted with during the Second World War by locals.

Historic District Showcases Modern Content

Rebecca Reif, Director of Photography • March 23, 2022

Throughout the past ten years, Downtown Sanford has transitioned from a primarily historic area to a revitalized town, with various unique shops, restaurants, and activities. Downtown...

(Above) A Florida man captures an eight foot alligator that took a swim in Parkland, Florida. The gator was then transferred to The Everglades National Park.

Florida Man Reviews Florida Men

Zane Rimes, Staff • March 17, 2022

We all love stories about the well-known “Florida Man.” It is the meme phenomenon in which outlandish Florida news headlines become jokes for other states. Listening to those two words, everyone has...

Load More Stories

Twice-Told Tale

The Student News Site of Lake Highland Preparatory School
© 2022 • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in