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Twice-Told Tale

Twice-Told Tale

(Above) View from the Mountain, Annabelle Kwok, Grade 12, Oil painting.

Spring Literary Magazine Released 2026

Savannah Fondo, Director of Media April 29, 2026

By Any Other Name, award-winning Upper School literary magazine, released its fall publication after the success of Arts in April. Ranked First Place in the nation amongst private schools of the same enrollment...

(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

Sophia DaSilva, Staff April 28, 2026

The growth of hope, speech, art, and protests throughout the nation has bloomed. A new generation of passion has shot out of the darkest corners of America and is bringing new attention to the youth. Topics...

(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

Hayden Roberts, Editor-in-Chief April 27, 2026

With Spring sports getting underway, Lake Highland’s Track and Field team is setting the pace, one personal best at a time. Even though the season has just started, the Highlander off season preparation...

(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

Mary Collins, Director of Advertising April 24, 2026

Prom has long been considered one of the most memorable nights of high school, and in 2026, it continues to blend tradition with fashion trends. Trends break out, including certain cuts, sparkle accents,...

(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

Savannah Fondo, Director of Media April 23, 2026

Orlando’s coffee culture goes beyond the typical chain coffee staples such as Starbucks, with its unique flavors, aesthetics, and events that attract locals. Near the Mills 50 district, there is a community...

(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

Yara Koteish, Staff April 22, 2026

The Mall at Millenia opened to the public in 2002 with a variety of stores that have changed and renewed as time passed and as the mall became more popular. Originally, The Mall at Millenia was a “luxury...

(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

Justin Kelly, Staff April 21, 2026

Since 2011, Mrs. Clara Velasquez-Levin has been a crucial part of the Lake Highland community. She currently serves as the Upper School Edison Learning Specialist, assisting students with learning disabilities....

Student Photographers Create Their Own Space

April 17, 2026

Content creation is becoming more and more polarized with young adults, not only through the popular breakout methods such as TikTok and YouTube, but also through more traditional routes like photography....

(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

Renee Pugh, Staff April 16, 2026

Needohs have gained recent popularity through their satisfying, squishy, sensory experience that many adore. Whether you just need a casual fidget toy to squeeze throughout your day, or a stress reliever...

(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

Layla McCord, Staff April 15, 2026

For many high school and college students, JROTC offers more than a path to military service. It’s a rigorous training ground for leadership, discipline, and opportunity. JROTC is a voluntary program...

(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

Arjun Patel, Staff April 14, 2026

When debating the most famous or influential science fiction novel, it’s hard to not think of Douglas Adams’s novel The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Published in 1979, the book is able to blend...

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