Mark your calendar!
The 2025 Florida Tour & Highlands County College & Trades Fair
August 19 at the Sebring High Smith Center from 5:30 to 7:00
Look at the list of the Colleges, Universities and Trade Schools that will be there:
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Barry University
Bethune-Cookman University
Binghamton.edu
Edward Waters University
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Erskine College
FAMU
Flagler College
FloArts Florida School of the Arts
Florida International University
Florida Polytechnic University
Florida Southern College
Florida State University
Full Sail University
Keiser University
Lees-McRae College
Liberty University
National Aviation Academy
New College of Florida
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
NYFA (New York Film Academy)
Ringling College of Art and Design
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCA
Saint Leo University
San Ignacio University
Savannah State University
SCAD
Schiller International University
South Florida State College
St. Petersburg College
Stetson University
The University Of Tampa
Troy University
University of Alabama at Birmingham
University of Central Florida
University of Florida Office of Admissions
University of North Florida
University of South Florida
University of West Florida
Valdosta State University
Webber International University
This event is for all high school and middle school students.
We look forward to seeing you there!
School starts Monday! 📚 Our teachers are ready, classrooms are prepped, and campuses are sparkling. Let’s make this year amazing from day one!
🚌 Find bus pickup/drop-off times: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/infofinder
🕧 School start times are listed on each school's website
🍳 FREE breakfast and lunch is provided every day, for every student
#SBHCFlorida #HighlandsSchools
It was so great to see students at Open House last night! We looking forward to seeing all of our students on Monday!
On the first day of school, August 11, ALL students will need to go to the Smith Center to pick up a printed schedule.
Traffic is often backed up the first week of school, so allow extra time to get to school.
We are looking forward to great school year.
On the first day of school, August 11, ALL students will need to go to the Smith Center to pick up a printed schedule.
Traffic is often backed up the first week of school, so allow extra time to get to school.
We are looking forward to great school year.
Thank you to our SHS Baseball team for hosting our back-to-work breakfast on Thursday‼️ We had a great time reuniting with each other as we enjoyed a delicious breakfast🍳🥓🍊
PARENTS /GUARDIANS: The Commissioner of Education requires that training is available for parents/guardians on the consequences of making a school threat or false report via FortifyFL. Please discuss with your student the seriousness of this issue. Click to access course: www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/threatsweaponsinfo
Dear Students, Families, and Staff,
Welcome to another exciting school year at Sebring High School. We hope that you all had a fantastic summer break filled with fun and relaxation. As we gear up for another year of learning, growth, and success, we are thrilled to welcome each and every one of you to your amazing school community.
This year, we are setting the bar high because we believe in the potential of each and every one of our students. We have high expectations for ourselves, our students, and our school community as a whole. Together, we can achieve great things by pushing ourselves to be the best we can be.
Creating a sense of belonging is at the heart of everything we do here at Sebring High. We are a family, a team, and a community that supports and uplifts one another. Let's work together to create a warm and welcoming environment where every student feels valued, respected, and included. Excellent attendance is key to success in school. Attending school every day, on time, and ready to learn is a habit that can set you up for a lifetime of success. Let's make a commitment to prioritize our education by showing up every day and giving it our all.
As we embark on this new school year, let's aim for nothing less than excellence in everything we do. With hard work, dedication, and a positive attitude, there's no limit to what we can achieve together.
We are excited to see all the amazing things we will accomplish this year. Let's make it a year to remember, filled with growth, achievement, and endless possibilities.
Here's to a fantastic school year ahead. Go Blue Streaks!
Laura Sherley
Principal
Dr. Rory Stapleton
Asst. Principal
Donald Ridgeway
Asst. Principal
Jessie Morgan
Asst. Principal
Welcome to another exciting school year at Sebring High School. We hope that you all had a fantastic summer break filled with fun and relaxation. As we gear up for another year of learning, growth, and success, we are thrilled to welcome each and every one of you to your amazing school community.
This year, we are setting the bar high because we believe in the potential of each and every one of our students. We have high expectations for ourselves, our students, and our school community as a whole. Together, we can achieve great things by pushing ourselves to be the best we can be.
Creating a sense of belonging is at the heart of everything we do here at Sebring High. We are a family, a team, and a community that supports and uplifts one another. Let's work together to create a warm and welcoming environment where every student feels valued, respected, and included. Excellent attendance is key to success in school. Attending school every day, on time, and ready to learn is a habit that can set you up for a lifetime of success. Let's make a commitment to prioritize our education by showing up every day and giving it our all.
As we embark on this new school year, let's aim for nothing less than excellence in everything we do. With hard work, dedication, and a positive attitude, there's no limit to what we can achieve together.
We are excited to see all the amazing things we will accomplish this year. Let's make it a year to remember, filled with growth, achievement, and endless possibilities.
Here's to a fantastic school year ahead. Go Blue Streaks!
Laura Sherley
Principal
Dr. Rory Stapleton
Asst. Principal
Donald Ridgeway
Asst. Principal
Jessie Morgan
Asst. Principal
🗣Meet your SHS administrative team‼️
(Left to right)
⚡️Dr. Rory Stapleton, Asst. Principal
⚡️Mr. Donald Ridgeway, Asst. Principal
⚡️Mrs. Laura Sherley, Principal
⚡️Ms. Jessie Morgan, Asst. Principal
(Left to right)
⚡️Dr. Rory Stapleton, Asst. Principal
⚡️Mr. Donald Ridgeway, Asst. Principal
⚡️Mrs. Laura Sherley, Principal
⚡️Ms. Jessie Morgan, Asst. Principal
💙Our new teachers can't wait to meet their new students! Let's welcome (left to right):
⚡️Mrs. Gina Story
⚡️Mrs. Kathy Rapp
⚡️Mr. James Wolfhope
⚡️Mrs. Sherry Vretta
⚡️Ms. Paula Shives
⚡️Ms. Nicole Hansen
⚡️Ms. Rachel Wood
⚡️Ms. Madison Spears
⚡️Ms. Jessie Morgan, Asst. Principal
⚡️Mrs. Gina Story
⚡️Mrs. Kathy Rapp
⚡️Mr. James Wolfhope
⚡️Mrs. Sherry Vretta
⚡️Ms. Paula Shives
⚡️Ms. Nicole Hansen
⚡️Ms. Rachel Wood
⚡️Ms. Madison Spears
⚡️Ms. Jessie Morgan, Asst. Principal
Save time and skip the line at open house!
Print this year's Usage Fee Information for Student Chromebooks.
Click the link to print in English or Spanish: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n7vk2_3s3IA30tiZXAXgg6Cx57mCxVS8/view?usp=drive_link
Pay online- https://highlands.revtrak.net/sebring-high/shs-chromebooks/#/v/shs-chromebook-use
Printed contracts will be given to students the first week of school.
Signed contracts can be turned in by students the first week of school.
Print this year's Usage Fee Information for Student Chromebooks.
Click the link to print in English or Spanish: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n7vk2_3s3IA30tiZXAXgg6Cx57mCxVS8/view?usp=drive_link
Pay online- https://highlands.revtrak.net/sebring-high/shs-chromebooks/#/v/shs-chromebook-use
Printed contracts will be given to students the first week of school.
Signed contracts can be turned in by students the first week of school.
Preparing for riding the bus in the new school year 🚌
Bus Info & Registration Reminder!
Parents, before Open House, please:
✅ Look up your student’s bus stop location & pick-up/drop-off times at https://tinyurl.com/3n2t94fp
✅ Print and complete the bus registration form at https://5il.co/3l3r5
📲 Visit our website: https://tinyurl.com/2xxzs6ae
Do this BEFORE Open House to avoid long lines and lengthy delays!
Questions? Call your local transportation office:
Sebring 863-471-5789
Avon Park 863-784-0376
Lake Placid 863-699-5069
Open house nights are scheduled as follows:
Elementary Schools will be August 5th
Middle and High Schools will be August 7th
*Please check with your schools, as the times will vary
#BackToSchool #SchoolBusInfo #BusRegistration
Bus Info & Registration Reminder!
Parents, before Open House, please:
✅ Look up your student’s bus stop location & pick-up/drop-off times at https://tinyurl.com/3n2t94fp
✅ Print and complete the bus registration form at https://5il.co/3l3r5
📲 Visit our website: https://tinyurl.com/2xxzs6ae
Do this BEFORE Open House to avoid long lines and lengthy delays!
Questions? Call your local transportation office:
Sebring 863-471-5789
Avon Park 863-784-0376
Lake Placid 863-699-5069
Open house nights are scheduled as follows:
Elementary Schools will be August 5th
Middle and High Schools will be August 7th
*Please check with your schools, as the times will vary
#BackToSchool #SchoolBusInfo #BusRegistration
SEBRING HIGH SCHOOL FALL SPORTS TRYOUTS
SWIM - Mon Aug 4 5:45 AM - 7:30 AM @ SHS Pool
FOOTBALL - Contact Coach Scott @scottl@highlands.k12.fl.us
BOYS CROSS COUNTRY - Mon July 28 | 5:00 PM @ Sebring Public Library
GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY - Mon July 28 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Gentry Park in Spring Lake
BOYS GOLF- Mon Aug 4 | 4:00 PM @ Country Club
GIRLS GOLF - Mon Aug 4 | 7:00 AM @ Sun 'N Lake
VOLLEYBALL - Mon July 28 | 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM @ SHS Gym
BOWLING - Wed August 6 | 4:15 PM @ Kegel Training Center in Lake Wales
All student-athletes need to be cleared through "Home Campus" before participating in tryouts or practice: https://athleticclearance.fhsaahome.org/
SWIM - Mon Aug 4 5:45 AM - 7:30 AM @ SHS Pool
FOOTBALL - Contact Coach Scott @scottl@highlands.k12.fl.us
BOYS CROSS COUNTRY - Mon July 28 | 5:00 PM @ Sebring Public Library
GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY - Mon July 28 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Gentry Park in Spring Lake
BOYS GOLF- Mon Aug 4 | 4:00 PM @ Country Club
GIRLS GOLF - Mon Aug 4 | 7:00 AM @ Sun 'N Lake
VOLLEYBALL - Mon July 28 | 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM @ SHS Gym
BOWLING - Wed August 6 | 4:15 PM @ Kegel Training Center in Lake Wales
All student-athletes need to be cleared through "Home Campus" before participating in tryouts or practice: https://athleticclearance.fhsaahome.org/
You've been asking, and we've been working behind the scenes to collect as much information for back-to-school for our schools, all in one place:
🎒 Supply Lists
🏫 Open houses & orientations
👕 Dress codes
📃 New student registration
🚌 Attendance zones & bus routes
📲 App information
Back-to-school hub: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/bts25
Finally, download our app, follow your school's individual social media pages, and let's work together to create a great start to the new year!
🆕️For the 2025-2026 school year, ALL athletic ticket sales will be CASHLESS. We will use the GoFan platform.
https://gofan.co/app/school/FL6044
https://gofan.co/app/school/FL6044
🎉 Congratulations to Maya VanDam at Sebring High School! 🎉
We are thrilled to celebrate a historic milestone…..Maya VanDam is officially the first Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) to graduate from our Allied Health program! 👩⚕️📚
This achievement is not only a testament to Maya’s dedication and perseverance, but also to the vision and hard work of our Health Science instructor, Amanda Parker, whose passion for student success continues to make a lasting impact.
This moment marks the beginning of many great things to come as we prepare and empower the next generation of healthcare professionals right here in Highlands County.
👏 Please join us in congratulating Maya on this incredible accomplishment and in thanking everyone who helped make it possible!
Here’s to more bright futures and healthcare heroes ahead! 💙
Juniors - Class of 2026: please read to educate yourself on Summer Senior Portraits📸
Postcards with your appointment codes are arriving soon, so be on the lookout📪
Congratulations, Sebring High School Class of 2026!
I'm excited to announce that we're partnering with Prestige Photography to celebrate the achievements of this year's upcoming senior class. As our official partner, Prestige will design personalized sessions for our seniors and have pictures and products available at a wide range of price points. Prestige Portraits is committed to capturing your students' once-in-a-lifetime achievement in the way that they deserve.
Please be on the lookout for a postcard to arrive in the mail with your unique appointment. If you do not receive your appointment code within 2-3 weeks, please go to schedule.prestigeportraits.com or contact Prestige Portraits by
Lifetouch at 1-800-736-4753 or chat with an agent on PrestigePortraits.com
You must schedule your appointment date and time at prestigeportraits.com using your appointment code.
Photo dates will be June 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th.
Photo sessions will be held in the Smith Center.
Sessions offered to the students:
Ultimate $50.26-32 poses. Cap & Gown, Formal Tux/Drape, Indoor Casual with 2-3 outfits
Most Popular $40. 18-24 poses. Cap & Gown, Formal Tux/Drape, Indoor Casual with 1-2 outfits
Essential $30. 10-18 poses. Cap & Gown, Formal Tux/Drape, Indoor Casual with 1 outfit
Mini $20. 8 poses. Cap & Gown, Formal Tux/Drape, Indoor Casual with 1 outfit
For tips and ideas on how to best prepare for your session, or if you just want more information, please visit prestigeportraits.com. And remember, your pictures need to be photographed by Prestige in order to be included in the senior section of the yearbook.
Here's to a great year ahead!
Sincerely,
Kim Ervin
Principal
High School Yearbook Clothing Requirements:
Bring a strapless tank top for the drape picture or a clean white t-shirt for the tux picture. Schools dress code requirements apply.
Yearbook pose requirements: Formal image (Tux or Drape)
Prestige Photography by Lifetouch
Save the Date: June 16-19
Cap & Gown, Formal, and Casual Photos will be taken at Sebring High School
Schedule your session today at prestigeportraits.com
📣 Attention Sebring High Students and Families! 📣
Exam season is here! 📝 There are lots of important testing dates coming up, so be sure to mark your calendars.
👉 Reminder: Students must bring their Chromebook to school every day for testing. Make sure it's charged and ready to go! 🔋💻
Monday, May 19th - ELA and EOC Make-ups and Senior Exams
Tuesday, May 20th - ELA and EOC Make-ups
Wednesday, May 21st - Underclassman Exams- 1B, 2B, 3B
Thursday, May 22nd - Underclassman Exams- 1A, 2A, 3A
Friday, May 23rd - Underclassman Exams- 4A and 4B
Stay focused and finish strong, Blue Streaks! 💙⚡
Attention Sebring High School Students and Families:
Please review the following important information about final exams:
Exam Attendance:
*Students may not leave the classroom until the scheduled exam period ends, even if they finish their exam early.
*No check-outs are allowed during a scheduled exam.
Early Dismissal:
*Students may leave campus after their last exam period only if a permission form is on file or a qualified adult checks them out. *Please ensure travel arrangements are made in advance.
Photo ID Requirements for Early Dismissal:
*Students must have a photo ID with a blue star to leave early.
*Directions to download the app for the digital ID are available in Skyward.
*If a sticker for a physical ID is needed, and the correct paperwork has been submitted, students should see Ms. Wentworth in the front office.
Technology Reminder:
*Most exams are online. Students must bring their fully charged Chromebook every day during the exam period.
*Underclass students will keep their Chromebook and charger over the summer. Only student who know they will not be returning to Sebring High next year need to turn in Chromebook and charger.
Exam Schedule- see picture
Each year across the nation, high school student athletes suffer serious health issues and even death as a result of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). We are proud to be able to partner with HCA Florida Highlands Hospital and Who We Play For to provide potentially life-saving EKGs & physicals at no-cost to all of our middle and high school athletes. All Highlands County athletes are required to have an EKG prior to participation. Parent Opt-Out forms are available.
There is no cost to the families thanks to the support of HCA Florida Highlands Hospital and Who We Play For.
When & Where:
Avon Park High & Avon Park Middle Athletes - Tuesday, May 13, 4:00-7:00 PM - Avon Park High School
Sebring High, Sebring Middle, & Hill-Gustat Middle Athletes - Wednesday, May 14, 4:00-7:00 PM - Sebring High School
Lake Placid High & Lake Placid Middle Athletes - Thursday, May 15, 4:00-7:00 PM - Lake Placid High School
What to Bring:
Signed Consent Forms - available at your school or by clicking:
Consent form English https://bit.ly/4cARhhF
Formulario de permiso https://bit.ly/4cJUOul
Pre-register here Who We Play For for faster service. Make sure to register for the correct location!
Students will be taking the Biology End-of-Course Exam on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Not sure if you/your student needs to take this? Check Skyward- a message is posted for students (and their guardians) if this test is needed.
Please bring your fully charged Chromebook and something to write with for testing that day.
