Lakeland High School

We hope that everyone going to the Prom tonight has a fun and safe time! Enjoy the Prom Lakeland! #Lakeland50 #WeAreLakeland

Here is today's episode of the Lakeland Podcast featuring the Class of 2026 class officers! https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/lhs-video/episodes/Lakeland-High-School-Podcast-Class-of-2026-Episode-25-e33h83k Thanks for listening!

Alumni Spotlight! Jennifer Gifford (Gross)! Class of 1995! She says I loved all my teachers in the English department. Mr. William’s, Mrs. Segowski, and Mrs. Dawson. They were inspiring and motivational. I loved pep rallies with the band and football games. I was teacher before going back and getting my MSW. Now I’m a therapist helping people become the best versions of themselves. I’ve been married for almost 20 years, and I live on a farm with my daughter and son. I’m a host mom to foreign exchange students and love being outdoors. #Lakeland50

Alumni Spotlight! Kat Lewitzke! Class of 2004! One of my fondest memories of Lakeland was my time on the JV and varsity poms teams, where I not only had a blast performing but also met some of my lifelong friends, including my best friend, Jenn Caruso (Kerstetter). Those years were filled with energy, fun, and unforgettable moments. Another defining experience was taking AP Psychology with Mr. Stormont, who truly inspired me. His encouragement and passion for psychology planted the first seeds of my future career, pushing me to always strive for more. Lakeland was full of laughter, wild times, and incredible friendships, and reconnecting at our 20-year reunion in September 2024 was a great reminder of how special those years were. After graduating, I went on to earn my doctorate in psychology and am now the owner and clinic director of Bright Pine Behavioral Health, a private mental health practice in Metro Detroit with locations in Clarkston, West Bloomfield, and Troy. Our clinic specializes in neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties, as well as anxiety and depression, serving individuals from childhood through adulthood. In 2019, I was honored as a Mom-Approved Doc by Metro Parent, and in 2023, I was recognized as part of Oakland County’s 40 Under 40. I also host a podcast called “Psych Confidential” and have been featured on various podcasts and news programs. Currently, I’m working on a children’s book, which has been an exciting new venture. www.brightpinepsychology.com #Lakeland50

Today we remember the sacrifices that our armed services have made for our country. Today we remember..... Memorial Day. Thank you for all that you have done for your country. #Lakeland50 #WeRemember #MemorialDay25

The Joseph Paduchowski Memorial Scholarship was created on what would have been Joseph’s 17th birthday on March 8, 2024. Joseph lost his life in a tragic accident on December 3, 2023. Joseph was a part of the Lakeland High School Class of 2025. His family felt it appropriate to award 2 scholarships to deserving members of this year’s graduating class. This scholarship recognizes two graduating senior athletes from Lakeland High School who best exemplify the qualities that Joseph exhibited. Joseph was a friend to all. He was a loving brother, son, friend, coworker, and teammate. He loved people and loved life. He was a proud member of the Lakeland Eagles Varsity Football Team at Lakeland High School. Because of the generosity of friends, family, and the community, Joseph’s family hopes to be able to award this scholarship for many years to come. Please congratulate Isabella Sutherby and Derek Varga for being the recipients of the inaugural Joseph Paduchowski Memorial Scholarships for the Class of 2025! His family knows he would be proud.

It's here!! The last day of school for the Senior Class of 2025! Congratulations Seniors! From all of us here at LHS to you, we wish you the best of luck & success in your future. Always remember "Once an Eagle Always an Eagle"! #Lakeland50 #Classof2025 #WeAreLakeland

Alumni Spotlight! Gabrielle Sharak (Guliana)! Class of 2016! Some memories include Yearbook w/Mr. Oddi, Emma Neumann, & Abby Allen (Lang). Creating content & winning awards! She is currently an education law attorney @ Miller Johnson. Angelo Guliana is in 8th grade @ WLMS #Lakeland50

Alumni Spotlight! Mary Ann Whipple (Comer)! Class of 1979! Some memories from LHS include going to football games and all the great friends I met in those 4 years. She has been married for 40 years and enjoying my granddaughter currently! #Lakeland50

Alumni Spotlight! Samantha (Doe) Carter! Class of 2007! Her best memories of LHS are the Friday night football games and being a part of and traveling with the marching band! Also, Mrs. Gilmore’s math class! She made math enjoyable and she always called me “Cookie” because of my maiden name being Doe! I live in Maineville, Ohio with my husband and our 4 year old wild child, Henry Gunnarr. I have been in law enforcement for over 10 years and started working for the Warren County Sheriff’s Office in Ohio in January of 2024.#Lakeland50

Juniors and Seniors!!

Alumni Spotlight! Chelsea Stone! Class of 2014! Her favorite memories from LHS were joining the girls swim team freshman year and making bonds that have lasted all these years later. I graduated from Michigan State with a degree in psychology and I earned a masters degree in clinical mental health counseling from Oakland University. I’m currently working as a therapist. #Lakeland50

Here are a few links to our Lakeland Podcast this week! https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/Wjl6xEKVpTb https://open.spotify.com/episode/4RSqyIpahx8b28E9ngPhoA?si=C9TKK0Y6QXKoYz1vFFe07A This week it's Mr. Rolando talking with Mr. Farquhar about Leadership class and some upcoming events such as the Mock Car Crash. You can also listen on your Alexa device, just say "Alexa play the Lakeland High School Podcast"

Alumni Spotlight! Kimberly McDonnell ( Potts)! Class of 1985! Her favorite memories from LHS were marching in the band in Florida at Disney and Epcot Center. She is now retired from the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. #Lakeland50

Here is today's episode of Good Morning Lakeland our video morning announcements! https://youtu.be/ruwPcBjt0NE?si=3Tc5wmHglSue_KbG Thank you for watching!

Alumni Spotlight! Gary Schell! Class of 2011! His favorite LHS memory is celebrating beating Milford football in overtime 32-31! After serving 5 years in the Marine Corps and obtaining my masters at Arizona State University, I went to work for the military defense industry as a senior security analyst. In 2021 I received a life changing diagnosis for Stage III metastatic cancer. I spent 2 years undergoing chemo and a tandem stem cell transplant. Cancer took a lot from me. My health but even more devastatingly my relationship. During my treatment I also went through a divorce and I hit what many people call "rock bottom". Through the help of my family, friends, and even other Lakeland Alums I was able to beat cancer, twice. I am now coming up on 3 years of being cancer free and am happily engaged. I currently serve as Chairman of the board for a nonprofit I founded called "The Home of Record Project" whose mission is to help house veterans who are going through crisis. I also started my own business working as a real estate investor with over $1 million of assets under management. Thank you for your service Gary! #Lakeland50

Alumni Spotlight! Rachel Kuisell (Schell)! Class of 2008! Her favorite memories were running track, the figure skating team, the Perry-Pouliot team class, FPS, and the AP class trip to Italy! Currently she works as a PA in Family Medicine at a practice my Grandpa started long ago. He immigrated here from Ecuador and now 3 generations of our family have worked there! I am also busy being a wife and mom to 2 young kids. Both of her brothers, Gary and Eric Schell, also graduated from LHS! #Lakeland50

Alumni Spotlight! Russell McCall! Class of 2001! He says about LHS "I made lifelong relationships in the halls of Lakeland High School. The connections I made and the exposure to the world of special education." He says currently I’m a special education teacher, something I gained a love for at LHS, in the TIES program. I now run the adult transition program for Bloomfield Hills Schools and am working through my Masters in administration and I have boy/girl twins that are 11. #Lakeland50

Check out today's episode of Good Morning Lakeland, our video announcements! https://youtu.be/aAzFqCTmLco?si=QL-8Q8oT4Sl-vXE_ Thanks for watching!

Alumni Spotlight! Andrea Becker! Class of 2009! Her highlight from LHS were making friendships that will last a lifetime, playing Soccer and being on the Varsity Cheer team! She is engaged to her best friend and they expecting their first child anytime now! #Lakeland50