Twice-Told Tale

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(Above) As a last-minute decision for last year’s Great Gatsby themed Prom, I decided to borrow my sister’s light green satin dress that she wore to her sorority’s date function. With minor alterations, it fit perfectly. I accessorized with a pair of sparkly rose-gold heels from Dillard’s and gold jewelry from Kendra Scott and Tiffany & Co.
Students Curate Prom Culture
April 23, 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
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) Ms. Lynn Stewart helps organize the annual college fair hosted at Lake Highland Preparatory School. This event allows Central Florida students to come and learn about a variety of different colleges coming from all over the country and even beyond. From local schools like Rollins College and the University of Central Florida, to farther schools like Ohio University, Vanderbilt University, and Southern Methodist University, students have the opportunity to ask questions to the admissions representatives to get a better feel for the school, from basic questions like, “What makes your school special?” to more specific questions like, “What is campus life like?”.
How to Avoid Senior Regret
April 11, 2025
(Above) This art piece is called Autumn Vines and shows Louis Comfort Tiffany’s view of the beauty of nature. The green colored glass pieces are supposed to represent bushes and vines, while the other colors are different types of flowers, fruits, and vegetables. Louis Comfort Tiffany’s goal for this piece was to show the visitors the full and best view of nature. The statue behind the door panels is supposed to represent the perspective of walking through that beauty of nature and how nothing is holding back that beauty.
Exploring Through the Art of Tiffany
April 10, 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) Bok Tower Gardens rings its daily carillon, a percussion instrument with a keyboard that sits at the top of the tower. A professional plays the carillon every hour, signaling the time of day. Bok Tower Gardens offers beautiful places to walk, including a playground structured children’s garden and a wild garden teeming with rabbits and flowers that are native to Florida. It also has a vegetable garden with beds of carrots and fennel.
Get to Know Your Own Backyard
April 21, 2025
(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
1972, Keira Meyers, Grade 11, Mixed media (Embroidery)
Spring Literary Magazine Released 2025
May 1, 2025
(Above) As of February 26, 2025, Season 48 has released and Season 50 is on the horizon. Graphic by Jay Fredel.
Survivor Challenges Newest Members
April 28, 2025
(Above) The park participates in breeding programs for endangered species. Baby animals born at Animal Kingdom can help sustain populations of animals that are at risk of extinction. This aligns with Disney's broader commitment to supporting wildlife conservation both within the park and through external initiatives. These babies, such as Basko, help with both the educational and emotional aspects of the park, while also playing a significant role in conservation and breeding efforts.
Animal Kingdom Throws a Baby Shower
April 4, 2025
(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) In between innings before the Highlanders go up to bat, Coach Scherba always gathers his team to tell them the plan for the inning and give his team a quick breather before they have to go up to bat. Whether the team is up by five runs or down in the inning, these quick meetings always help relax and get the players focused for the inning ahead. With the team ready to go, Coach Scherba can motivate the team for the next play.
Promising Freshman Dominate the Diamond
April 24, 2025
(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) Orlando’s theme parks are great for an exhilarating staycation. Whether a one-day trip to the park or a multi-day vacation, there’s something for everyone. Walt Disney World is the perfect family-friendly theme park. The bigger parks, such as Universal Studios and Walt Disney World, have multiple resorts where guests stay on property. Each resort has its own theme and aesthetic, so it’s guaranteed you could find a resort that meets your interests.
Countdown to Spring Break
April 9, 2025
(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
TikTok Ban Debate Continues
February 18, 2025
(Above) The Orange County Animal Services pet shelter separates dogs by their designated weight. Dogs over 25 pounds are put in the bigger kennels, and the dogs under 25 pounds are put in the smaller ones towards the back of the dog facility. This makes it easier for adopters to find a dog at a size they want.
Highlanders Hep with Pet Placement
April 8, 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
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) The menu, along with the table decorations, may look boring at first, but once food arrives to the table it looks like a picturesque scene from a movie. Hours of operation are from 11:00 A.M. to 10 10:00 P.M. every day.
Vacancy Gives Way to New Cuisine
April 22, 2025
(Above) Down in Kissimmee at Old Town they host car shows weekly. They have free parking convenient for its attendants and a lot of shops that people can look to explore. Old Town offers multiple different tourist attractions such as Funspot America, t-shirt shops with Republican slogans, haunted houses, burger joints, and a variety of other food places. For a town being a recreation of an old Floridian town they have had quite the deal for parents and young ones to have fun. After nearly 35 years, Old Town has hosted many other car shows at the park while also hosting other events. Events such as Friday Night Muscle Car Show & Cruise, Saturday Night Classic Car Show & Cruise and other events like karaoke, Halloween, New Years Eve, and the 4th of July.
Cars and Coffee Unites Orlando
April 7, 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

Twice-Told Tale

Twice-Told Tale
Yara Koteish

Yara Koteish, Staff

Yara Koteish is a staff member of Lake Highland Preparatory School’s newspaper class. Yara has been a student at Lake Highland for 11 years and has a younger brother in 9th grade. She is on the Lake Highland varsity and club swim team and has been swimming for 14 years. When not in school or sports, Yara enjoys traveling and going to the beach. She also likes to spend time having fun with her friends and family.

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(Above) The Orange County Animal Services pet shelter separates dogs by their designated weight. Dogs over 25 pounds are put in the bigger kennels, and the dogs under 25 pounds are put in the smaller ones towards the back of the dog facility. This makes it easier for adopters to find a dog at a size they want.

Highlanders Hep with Pet Placement

Yara Koteish, Staff
April 8, 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

Savannah Fondo and Yara Koteish
March 20, 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

Yara Koteish, Staff
March 13, 2025

TikTok Ban Debate Continues

Yara Koteish, Staff
February 18, 2025
(Above) Mini pumpkins and squash are a smart thing to purchase if you’re looking to decorate your house with some fall-themed decorations. Another benefit of purchasing these mini pumpkins and squash is pumpkin painting. Some people think that carving a regular-sized pumpkin can take too much time and effort out of their day, so painting a pumpkin can be a good, fun alternative for a fall activity to partake in this year.

Overcoming the Holiday Slump

Yara Koteish, Staff
November 14, 2024
(Above) Unlimited access to nearly every movie just by a click of a button makes it simpler to watch movies at home instead of having the original experience of watching a movie in the theater.

Sequels Lack Creativity

Yara Koteish, Staff
October 10, 2024
(Above) No.1 Flowers is one of the many flower booths at the Winter Garden Farmers’ Market. What makes these flowers stand out from the rest of the options is the vivid, wide selection of flowers that No.1 Flowers has to offer. No.1 Flowers also offers wedding, funeral, and party arrangements for flower decor. They also offer a floral mastery class open to florists, wedding planners, event designers, and more to learn the proper floral skills or boost their floral knowledge to the next level. www.no1flowersbyjo.com is the website for No.1 Flowers, and their services range from planning and arranging floral wedding decor to wide selection of flowers.

Fresh Market Outshines Supermarkets

Yara Koteish, Staff
April 3, 2024
(Above) Gelato is surprisingly healthier than ice cream. Gelato is made with milk instead of heavy cream, has a lower fat content, has no eggs, and contains added ingredients instead of added flavors.

Italian Lifestyle Influences American Trends

Yara Koteish, Staff
September 19, 2024
(Above) The Courtyard is a place for people to shop and relax.

Traveling Near and Far

Yara Koteish, Staff
April 22, 2024
(Above) When the Fourth of July rolls around every year, The Breakers always goes out of their way to make it an over the top celebration with a lot of fun activities like games for kids, movies by the pool, loud music, lots of food, and most importantly, the fireworks. Almost all of the residents at The Breakers come at the scheduled time to sit down on the provided chairs neatly organized in rows and watch the bright and extraordinary fireworks.

[Photo] What Can Happen in a Week

Twice-Told Tale Staff
April 10, 2024
(Above) The atmosphere inside AVA was very loud, unlike other fancy restaurants. The people seemed to be enjoying the vibe of the restaurant and were dressed in formal attire.

High End Mediterranean Dazzles

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March 1, 2024

Layers of Mystery Envelop Crime

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February 21, 2023
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