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(Above) The 2023 Paris Fashion Week began with a viral collection from the fashion house, Schiaparelli, inspired by the animals from the epic poem, “Dante’s Inferno.” Though the designer used only faux fur, the feedback has been polarizing, to say the least. Some critics, such as model, Christie Brinkley, called the collection a, “Huge faux-paw,” a play on the word, faux-pas, claiming to glorify poaching. Others, including myself, believe Schiaparelli’s work is a testament to how useless the fur industry is. By creating hyper-realistic busts of animals, the designer further justifies faux fur’s place in the fashion industry. Photo courtesy of Filippo Flor.
Fake Fur Solves the Real Issue
March 10, 2023
(Above) The property of Shalom Orlando is also the site of The Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Central Florida. The organization aims to combat anti-Semitism through history on prejudice and bigotry toward Jewish people. Kanye West has stated his support for Nick Fuentes, who has perpetuated a conspiracy theory denying the Holocaust, saying it was fabricated to advance Jewish interests. Denying an event that took the lives of countless Jewish people just perpetuates the hateful beliefs that first laid the groundwork for Hitler’s reign. Photo by Sarah Finfrock.
Silence is Compliance
February 2, 2023
(Above) As I was apprehensive to start training in hip-hop, my studio and team (shown above), helped me build up the courage to learn skills, as well as perform on stage. The support that my studio shows while being onstage is huge, with loud cheering and yelling. Also, other studios chime in with this same encouragement, making dancing on stage and competing less nerve wracking. After the first competition, I never doubted my ability in hip-hop, and I continue to perform multiple pieces in that style. Photo courtesy of Tremaine Dance.
Peer Pressure With Positive Outcomes
November 9, 2022
(Above) Partnering with the Humane Society, The Pet Alli- ance of Greater Orlando helped rescue some of the 4,000 beagles taken from a large breeding facility, focused on providing beagles for animal testing, in Virgina in Septem- ber. Beagles are sought after for testing because of their docile nature, and many rescues specialize in rescuing them. Photo courtesy of the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando.
“Adopt Don’t Shop” Becomes the Law
October 26, 2022
(Above) My sister and I wore matching outfits to school until second grade. This is when both of us voiced that we would like to start expressing ourselves through our own style and clothes. Before this time, our outfits were always matching, whether it was actually the exact same item of clothing, or by only having different colors of that item. Photo courtesy of Mrs. Jennifer Reif.
Seeing Double
October 4, 2022
(Above) At the Homecoming pep rally, David Copperfield’s Project Magic astounded the audience in their circus themed costumes as a tribute to the shows in Las Vegas. Shown are Tina Zhang, grade 12; Aishwarya Vangala, grade 11; Ava Sharon, grade 11; Karisma Kohn, grade 11, and Carolyn Rogers, grade 11, on tissu—more commonly known in the dance world as aerial silks— in a performance directed by Ms. Ginger Bryant. Incredibly, before taking the class, more than half the cast had never touched a magic trick before, and yet their performance was ready after 26 days of 45-minute practices. All photos by Serena Young.
Discovering Arts at LHPS
March 22, 2023
(Left) Sublime, Pink Floyd, Nirva- na, Blink-182, ACDC, and many more bands have been constants in rock cul- ture. With the rise of trends in social media, these bands are experiencing a “different” look. Now with a total spin-off of what used to be worn for metalheads all have turned into pink, sunny, and most of all preppy looks. The preppy aesthetics latest and may- be even most popular trend is wearing a pink smiley face crewneck found in Urban Outfi tters. The sweatshirt screams preppy from a mile away, but knowing its background would surprise anyone. The sweatshirt originates from the band Nirvana. Back in its prime and even now it would describe anything but preppy. Instead, Nirva- na was named a grunge alternative rock band. Their part in rock and roll culture was great, making grunge alternative rock popular along with Pearl Jam. Making the connection between what’s on the t-shirt and what it represents is a bit jarring. Of course, the infl uence behind the t-shirt was the decades before and how they are impacting fashion today. After that, stores started rolling out all different t-shirts that include many of the bands previously men- tioned. Another sweatshirt was made from one of the most recognizable band logos for Sublime. Many do not recognize the logo for the band but simply the design since it is still wide- ly popular. As a very popular band, the Sublime t-shirt design has shown up on t-shirts and has been around for decades to be recognized in many different places. Though again not always in this exact way.
Exposing the Band Behind the Fashion
March 6, 2023
(Above) The two plaques next to this bell are historical, each representing the time two employees served Dante, the school Andrea Santos went to when she was young. Photo courtesy of Mrs. Andrea Santos.
Other Nations Model Education Alternatives
March 1, 2023
(Above) The Fright Nights event offers countless options for each and every customer’s enjoyment. The Zipper is just one example of the rides that are offered at the Fright Nights event. The event is for everyone; and is perfect for hanging out with friends or heading out with the family. The activities that are offered are so fun and exciting. The feeling around the events is very uplifting and spooky. Even if Fright Nights isn’t for you, there are many other events in West Palm Beach. For the holiday seasons, some other events include Old Northwood 34th Annual Candlelight Home Tour, Pop-Up Holiday Bazaar, Christmas Day Holiday, 32nd Annual Holiday Craft Fair, and more. One event, in particular, sticking to the North- wood theme, The Winter Market in West Palm Beach is hosted on Saturday, December 17. The event is exciting and just one of the few events that attracts everyone.
Traveling Through West Palm Beach
February 23, 2023
(Above) After being separated into groups of 50 students in a, “Family group,” students formed their own, “Home groups” as a sharing hub during each exercise. Serena Young, grade 11, especially enjoyed the contest to see which home group could come up with the most obscure simiarites. Photo courtesy of a SDLC student participant.
Students Dive into Diversity
February 6, 2023
(Above) Mr. Andrew Prazeres’s passion for history education originates with his love of history itself. He disclosed that he has two murals in progress for his new classroom next year, revolving around a quote inspired by the Declaration of Independence, “We The People, Created Equal.”
Mr. Prazeres Finds Ikigai
March 22, 2023
(Left) Messi points to the sky after scoring a goal to honor his grandmother. After winning, Messi said, “I knew God would bring this gift to me. I had the feeling that this [World Cup] was the one.” Photo courtesy of Kai Pfaffenbach.
The Making of Messi
March 14, 2023
(Above) Kayden Green, grade 10, spends her time outside the class- room on Park Avenue. Park Avenue has great places to shop, eat, and have fun with friends. Kayden says, “I like Park Avenue because I always see my friends there and it is a great place to hangout.” Kayden enjoys eating at Panera Bread and shopping at the store Zingara Souls. Kayden also recommends this place because “it has so many things to offer and enjoy.” All photos by Taylor Hannigan.
Recreational Recommendations Reviews
March 13, 2023
(Above) Mr. George Clemens is be- loved by his students, Julia Woodward, grade 10; Lauren Alicea, grade 10; Ms. Yair Fraifield (adjunct coach); Emma Okaty, grade 11; Frances Yong, grade 11; Harleigh Demchak, grade 11; Samantha Go, grade 12; Tynan Tracy grade 10; and Sirisha Kumnaneni, grade 10, often going on trips and tournaments with them. A national tournament was held at Princeton University, ultimately being important for LHP’s Speech and De- bate team. Photo courtesy of the LHP Speech and Debate Instagram.
Clemens Legacy Cannot Be Debated
March 9, 2023
Mapping Art History in NYC
March 8, 2023
(Above) The Karate Kid was one of the most successful films of 1984, grossing $130 million at the box office. It won several accolades. It received, An Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and Young Artist Awards, according to IMDb. According to mentalfloss.com, three interesting facts regarding this film are as follows: Pat Morita was initially turned down for the role of Mr. Miyagi; Daniel Larusso was originally Daniel Webber; and Johnny Lawrence was Donald Rice. A well-known line from this film is, “Lesson not just karate only. Lesson for whole life. Whole life have a balance. Everything be better.” According to some sources, stars Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita were not close during the films filming but grew close later on, while Ralph Macchio and William Zabkaare are still very good friends today. Many fans praised this film for being Ahead of its time, and it is still popular today. Many fans also enjoyed the show Cobra Kai, which saw many of the stars reconnect. Graphic courtesy of Movies Anywhere.
Back in the 80s
March 15, 2023
(Above) The Orlando true crime case of Casey Anthony shook locals after discovering the events of the crime. The documentary is described by IMDb as, “Casey Anthony: An American Murder Mystery meets with the family at the center of it all, the Anthonys, to hear their first-hand account of the tragic details surrounding the death of their granddaughter, Caylee. We’ll reveal the details surrounding the troubled investigation and explore new revelations in the case that outraged the nation.” Photo courtesy of Red Huber-Pool/Getty Images.
Why are People so Interested in True Crime?
February 8, 2023
(Above) Vigilante, Faith Graham, Grade 11, Pen and ink.
Literary Magazine, By Any Other Name, released December 2.
December 1, 2022
(Above) Aly and AJ opened the concert with their hypnotic folk voices and playful guitar strings. The two sisters had an empathetic connection with each other that radiated far beyond the stage. They certainly had the crowd cheering, especially for fans who know them from the Disney Channel airing their shows. All photos by Serena Young.
Ben Platt Has a New Platform
October 31, 2022
(Above) Brad Pitt is an interesting actor mainly because of the things he performs and makes. He is a truly talented actor that always brings a smile to many people’s faces, and he’s always doing so much for the community. He’s also the founder of a renowned charity named Make it Right Foundation that has aided more than five million dollars worth in damage costs with aiding the 9th ward district in New Orleans. He started the cause in 2007 accord- ing to InsidePhilanthropy.com. According to that same site, he built over 150 enviromentally friendly houses to rebuild families and give them places to call home. talking to news outlets, Look To The Stars, he has said, “We’ve got to push to get these levees taken care of in the correct fashion.” He is such an interesting actor, and he needs to do more films and overall needs to keep doing what he has done best: acting. Photo courtesy of IMDb.com.
Brad Pitt Rises From The Pits
October 17, 2022
(Above) Coach Ben Fratrick discusses the team’s game plan during a timeout. The team had been hustling and working hard on the court, putting all of their stamina, training, and con- ditioning to the test. The timeout also helps the players get a minute of rest and keep their heads in the game. Even though the timeout only lasts a minute, the players enjoy a well deserved break. All photos by Tina Zhang
High Hoops, Even Higher Hopes
March 7, 2023
(Above, left to right) Natalie Newman, grade 10; Taylor Johnson, grade 11; and Maria Evans, grade 11; turn the corner as they continue to try and push themselves to gain their team a high placement for this invitational. They have been practicing since the beginning of the summer to compete. Photo courtesy of Bob Gall.
Girls Run the Show
November 8, 2022
Lake Highland Football: Espirit de Corps
Lake Highland Football: Espirit de Corps
October 11, 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) Here in Downtown Orlando, the Orange County Regional History Center offers a collection of multiple exhibits that showcases Central Florida history. The history center is four floors high with each floor repre- senting a differing time period. Visitors work their way down the center, starting with Native American culture with artifacts from when the Spanish first made contact with them in the late 1400s and early 1500s on the fourth floor, moving visitors closer to modern day events on the first floor. Each exhibit concisely reports sig- nificant events and is strategically placed for visitors to gain a complete understanding. Besides information, the center displays historic documents, pieces of art, photographs, along some with interactive displays that attract kids and adults alike.
History Hidden in Plain Sight
March 21, 2023
(Above) Donavan Mitchell scored 71 points against the Chicago Bulls. Mitchell was traded to Cleveland this season from the Utah Jazz. This is the 11th time that an NBA player has scored above 70 points (as of 2023). Photo courtesy of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The Evolution of Offense Pushes Defense Off the Court
February 24, 2023
(Above) Brandy Melville has opened a total of 97 stores since their founding. Inside, a shopper will find clothes all in one size. There have even been cases in which the door to the store is so small that some people even need to squeeze through. This design choice immediately alienates people and makes them feel like they don’t belong. Photo courtesy of Tim Aten.
Small For All Damages Body Image
February 23, 2023
(Right) In order to get good reviews, once an item is purchased, it is important to pack- age the item in a pleasing way. I wrap the item in tissue paper, add a, “Thank your for your purchase!” sticker, and use a colorful poly mailer. Once that is complete, the last stop is the post office, and then the item is shipped off. Screenshot by Rebecca Reif.
Don’t Love It, Just List It
February 3, 2023
(Above) Many city officials were left scrambling after the wake of Hurricane Ian. The City of Winter Park focused its main efforts on busy roads, such as Park Avenue. Heavy machinery, like front loaders, were sent to aid in debris removal. Trash collection slows after storms, as landfills reach capacity. Photo by Sarah Finfrock.
Hurricane Ian Floods In
November 4, 2022
(Above) Students William Beamer, Payton Tapp, Alexandra Leary, Grayson Lee, Iraj Kalia, all grade 11, craft shiny lanterns out of re- cycled materials to, “Not only add to the celebratory atmosphere of the Chinese New Year, but also serve as a practical reminder of the importance of environmental conservation,” says Beamer. They started by using cut up water bottles as the base, then wrapped cardboard around them to create the spherical shape of the traditional Chinese lanterns. Photo courtesy of William Beamer.
Lantern Project Shines Light on Recycling
March 20, 2023
(Above) Kori Theisen, Class of 2022, volunteers at FC Highland by helping coach games and running training sessions for young soccer players. Volunteers at FC Highland, like Kori, are not just training not just the next generation of soccer players, but also the next generation of people. Photo courtesy of Kelly Moore, Class of 2022.
Community Service Doesn’t Stop With Diploma
February 22, 2023
Caption 1 (group photo): (Above) The first FCA luncheon attracted many students from all grade levels. They gathered to hear a testimony from teacher, Mr. J.R. Solis, and to learn about the future of FCA on campus. Photo courtesy of Henry Builder.
Christian Athletes’ Venue to Connect
February 7, 2023
(Above) Social media is a big part of getting the word out about a new organization or club. For NEHS, all of their communications go through Instagram, where Serena Young, grade 11, is in charge. She describes her job as, “I’ll post deadlines, updates, and fun En- glish-related facts on there.” Other ways to promote peer reviewing and NEHS have been through posters, and the Juniors that Mrs. Tracy Fordham teaches. All photos courtesy of Instagram, @lhps.nehs. Graphic courtesy of Instagram, @lhps_nehs.
English Honors Society Donates Talents
October 28, 2022
(Above) As opposed to returning clubs, new clubs had to attract all new members and had to be extra cheerful and informative for all potential recruits. Space Club officers shared smiles during the fair, welcoming all interested in space to join! Photo courtesy of Lake Highland Space Club.
New Clubs Bring New Service Opportunities
October 24, 2022
(Above) This is the viral Charlotte Tilbury’s Hollywood Flaw- less Filter, which has taken TikTok and the makeup indus- try by storm. An alternative to this $46.00 product with the same glow, would be the E.L.F Halo Glow Liquid Filter, which is $14.00 dollars. “This works like an IRL beauty filter to blur fine lines and pores, brighten, and moisturize, leav- ing a radiant finish,” according to Kiana Murden.
Cheaper Options Beat Expensive Originals
March 17, 2023
Is Viral Hype Worth The Money?
Is Viral Hype Worth The Money?
March 16, 2023
(Above) Following a year of development, the Filipino ice cream parlor, Sampaguita, finally opened its doors on Colonial Drive at the beginning of the new year. Sam- paguita, translating to Arabian Jasmine, is the national flower of the Philippines, and is used in herbal teas and remedies. The restaurant is the sister store of The Greenery Creamery, and with 12 Filipino-inspired flavors, Sampaguita almost serves as a sweet gateway to Filipino cuisine. I visited during its soft opening. Even though I arrived fifteen minutes early, the line already stretched past two of its neighboring stores and, by the time Sampaguita opened, past the block. Selflishly, I hope the demand stays (I could do without the line though). Sampaguita, in all of its trendiness and retro interior, provides much needed representation in an area teeming with other Asian restaurants.
A Land of Flavor Fills Every Bite
March 3, 2023
(Above) In addition to the historic brick buildings of Downtown Winter Gar- den, Artifact Candle Foundry stands near the corner of Tremaine Street. As I picked up my finished candle and headed out, I reminisced about the experi- ence and the memories I made with my friends. I was eager to go home and light my new candle for the first time. Photo by Alyssa Wiboon.
Orlando’s First DIY Candle Factory
March 2, 2023
(Left) The director, Rian Johnson (left), is instruct- ing one of the actors in the film, Janelle Monáe (right). The production of Glass Onion took place from June to September 2021 with a 40 million dollar budget. Glass Onion was filmed in two different locations, Spetses, Greece, and Bel- grade, Serbia. This film was on a 40 million dollar budget. Photo courtesy of Netflix.
Layers of Mystery Envelop Crime
February 21, 2023

Twice-Told Tale

Twice-Told Tale
Serena Young

Serena Young, Director of Advertising

Serena Young is the Director of Advertising of Lake Highland Preparatory School's Upper School newspaper Twice-Told Tale, a publication ranked first in the nation by American Scholastic Press Association. Additionally, she has been featured in publications such as Girl Up, The Center for Fiction, and The Bubblah. She is the President-elect of her school’s inaugural branch of the National English Honors Society. Young is also the Co-founder of Athena Sisterhood, a community of over 1.3k women, and was a teen speaker at the Global Youth Mindset Summit. Young has traveled to 30+ countries and volunteered over 1,000+ hours of community service. She started her personal development journey at the age of seven and has previously attended Tony Robbins's Unleash your Power Within, Global Youth Leadership, Business Mastery, Leadership Academy, and Date With Destiny. When not taking a good nap, Young enjoys gourmet food, watching award winning movies, and spending quality time with family and friends.

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(Above) At the Homecoming pep rally, David Copperfield’s Project Magic astounded the audience in their circus themed costumes as a tribute to the shows in Las Vegas. Shown are Tina Zhang, grade 12; Aishwarya Vangala, grade 11; Ava Sharon, grade 11; Karisma Kohn, grade 11, and Carolyn Rogers, grade 11, on tissu—more commonly known in the dance world as aerial silks— in a performance directed by Ms. Ginger Bryant. Incredibly, before taking the class, more than half the cast had never touched a magic trick before, and yet their performance was ready after 26 days of 45-minute practices. All photos by Serena Young.

Discovering Arts at LHPS

Serena Young, Co-Editor/Director of Advertising
March 22, 2023
(Above) After being separated into groups of 50 students in a, “Family group,” students formed their own, “Home groups” as a sharing hub during each exercise. Serena Young, grade 11, especially enjoyed the contest to see which home group could come up with the most obscure simiarites. Photo courtesy of a SDLC student participant.

Students Dive into Diversity

Serena Young, Co-Editor/ Director of Advertising
February 6, 2023
(Above) The Seafood Siu Mai was significantly larger than anything we had ever seen before. The insides were filled with twice as much meat as those in most restaurants and grocery stores. The abalone on top was an appreciated rarity in most dim sum restaurants.

A Pro-Chef Rates Restaurant’s Authenticity

Serena Young, Director of Advertising
November 7, 2022
(Above) Miya Okuda, grade 12, shares how she’s recently been doing two-shades on her nails. Her go-to nails are a shade of pink or blue, and anything with sparkles. This set reminded her of cherry blossoms, and she described them as, “Bright, sparkly, and fun,” adding how they reflect her personality. She would love to try storyboard nails and believes nails are really important because they, “Are one of the first things people will notice about you, especially when shaking your hand or when you’re moving.” When someone has nails as strong as these, they certainly are a great point of conversation indeed. All photos by Serena Young.

Express Yourself From Tip to Toe

Serena Young, Director of Advertising
October 21, 2022
(Above) While living in Bath, England, Mr. Sharkey and his son, Mathew, and his daughter, Rebecca, had a fun day trip to London, England in the year 2000. Moving to Orlando, Florida, was a huge contrast to the dreary U.K. weather. Mr. Sharkey says, “I love it here...I love the heat and blue skies...” Photo courtesy of Mr. Sharkey.

Meet Mr. Sharkey: The True Scottsman of LHPS

Serena Young, Director of Advertising
October 19, 2022
Cottageccore is an aesthetic that incorporates a romanticized version of rural life, although more recently with a Victorian twist. This is mainly due to the popularity of shows such as Bridgerton and adaptions of Jane Austen novels. The outfits have an element of a corset, puff sleeves, and floral prints. Think about taking a garden stroll while bread is baking in the oven. Shoes can be soft leather boots and short to the ankle. Wear a straw hat for the sun and adorn with delicate jewerly. Comfort and simplicity are prioritized, whether through soft cottons or handmade accessories. As long as everything is minimalistic and intentional, it is Cottagecore. Photo by Serena Young.

Style Up Every Season

Serena Young, Director of Advertising
October 6, 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

Serena Young, Director of Advertising
September 16, 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

Serena Young, Director of Advertising
September 16, 2022
(Above, from left to right) Kate Ward, grade 9, Grace Wright, grade 9, Tynan Tracy, grade 9, Wali Hasan, grade 9, and Sophia Carraway, grade 10, perform and enjoy the Chinese dragon dance. The dragon dance was performed by LHP’s Chinese I and II classes in front of the Calkins Library, requiring students to build teamwork in order to learn how to walk together gracefully. The dragon dance is both a showcase of unification and power.

Chinese New Year Begins a Year of Celebration

Serena Young, Freelance Writer
March 14, 2022
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