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The Student News Site of Sunlake High School

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The Student News Site of Sunlake High School

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Daniel Crane

Daniel Crane, Photography Editor

Hello!

My name is Daniel and I am the photography editor for the 2024-2025 Sunlake yearbook, meaning I’ll be directing anything related to photos for this year’s book. We have a great team and I can’t wait to see what we create!

All content by Daniel Crane
Freshman Sophia Stillitano having fun with Landon Hill after school at the Sunlake board game club.

[Photo] Roll the Dice: Inside Sunlake’s Board Game Club

Makayla Edwards, Staffer
December 11, 2024
Matthew and his family walking down the field on senior night.

[Photo] The Final Play

Alexa Cadenas, Staffer
November 15, 2024
Matthew walks onto the field with his family on Senior Football Night.

[Photo] Football Senior!

Leah Foster, Staffer
November 7, 2024
Josie Deats practicing the choreography. She said, "It was a lot of fun!" she enjoyed skit a lot.

[Photo] Josie Deats First Skit Experience

Nathaniel Peguero, Section Editor
October 23, 2024
Oliva and her mom at meet the teachers.

[Photo] Alexa Cadenas’s Labor Day Weekend!

Gabriella Hernandez
September 5, 2024
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Maryanne is with her parents at freshmen orientation smiling from ear to ear. She was Intrigued by the different opportunities clubs and athletic teams have.

[Photo] Opportunities Await for Incoming Freshman, Maryanne!

Alexa Hemmers, Staffer
September 3, 2024
Oliva and her mom at meet the teachers.

[Photo] Oliva Kazimierczuk Input on Meeting her Teacher’s

Gabriella Hernandez, staffer
September 11, 2024
Abigail working on an assignment in class.

[Photo] The Last First Day

Alexa Cadenas, Staffer
September 3, 2024
Savanna working on her chemistry assignments during fourth period in Mrs Latimores class.

[Photo] Welcome Back Savanna!

Ramsey Belcher, Staff
September 9, 2024
Senior Joseph Houk cleaning at his workplace, KFC. He explained he was, "closing up and making sure that all of the sinks were completely clean for the morning crew." By doing so, he ensured that there was less for the morning shift to do the next day. Photo provided by Joseph Houk, used with permission.

Working at KFC with Joseph Houk

Daniel Crane, Photography Editor
August 27, 2024
Joshua Rogerson (right), tenth grade, engaging in Mrs. Latimore's chemistry class with a lab partner. (Picture used with permission).

[Photo] Back to School at Sunlake

Ryan Carbonneau, Staffer
September 3, 2024
Photography Profile Daniel Crane

[Photo] Daniel Crane

September 9, 2024
Tyler Dunbar with his feat in the water at the lake in Alabama. The rocky terrain makes for a great backdrop for cliff jumping! Photo provided by Tyler Dunbar, used with permission

Tyler’s Summer Cabin

Daniel Crane, Photography Editor
August 14, 2024
Senior Ray Gonzalez with his step dad and mother in a stunning photo atop the mountain in mainland Portugal. The four hour hike certainly paid off! Photo provided by Ray Gonzalez, used with permission

Ray’s Summer in Portugal

Daniel Crane, Photography Editor
August 4, 2024
Kendall Allen, pictured above, hates Valentine's Day more than any other holiday. She argued, "I just think it's unnecessary."

[Photo] Kendall Allen and Her Hatred for Valentine’s Day

Mia Young, Staffer
March 1, 2024
The aftermath form the girls soccer team's Tampa Bay Top 10 Champions League final.

Sunlake’s Super Soccer Players!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
February 15, 2024
Matthew and his girlfriend at St Pete’s Enchant sitting with Santa. "We got to meet Santa again after not seeing him since 4th grade," Matthew said, explaining the photo.

Matthew’s Winter Break in St. Pete

Daniel Crane, Staffer
February 13, 2024
Mustafa wearing the shirt he received at the induction meeting. New members were given club shirts after being called up one by one. According to Mustafa, It was a welcoming and smooth experience.

Mustafa’s Math Club Induction Experience

Daniel Crane, Staffer
February 13, 2024
Math Clubs group photo after induction ceremony. The photo includes all members of Math Honors Society.

[Photo] Miranda’s Math Club Induction

Isabella Santos, Staffer
February 15, 2024
Left to right: Isabella Harper, Neveah Airola, Sadey Mathis, Olivia Cataldo, Coach Dial, Sarah Cummings, Hailey Stricker, Alyssa Mixon, Alexis Mitchell

The Girls Golf Team’s Fall Season

Daniel Crane, Staffer
January 31, 2024
Senior Emilia Rodriguez was prepared and eager to return to school. After two weeks off, Emilia wanted to return to her normal routine. She said, "I am eager to reunite with some of my closest friends..." back at school.

[Photo] Return to Routine

Reese Meckfessel, Staffer
January 23, 2024
Top row, left to right: Derek Pratt, Max Haines, Evan Bagniuk, Coach Adams, Sam Randall, Brady Eskandari, Cade Culpepper. Bottom row, left to right: Brady King, Jonah Romero, Giovanni Ramirez, Corey Carter, Graham Taylor, Owen McCormick.

The Boys Golf Team’s Fall Season

Daniel Crane, Staffer
January 19, 2024
Ava Edwards at the student council hosted event where members handed out hot chocolate to Sunlake students. She, like most the other members, helped out in any way she could. It was quite the busy time, given the very long line of students looking for something to warm them up before school.

Student Council Presents: Hot Chocolate!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
January 3, 2024
Eric Travis preparing hot cocoa before school on on Tduesday morning. He says, “…This was my first year doing this but over the years there have been a lot of people that said that they really liked it.”

[Photo] Hot Cocoa from STUCO

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
January 3, 2024

Sunlake’s Community Driven Halloween!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
December 22, 2023
Shaylin Middleton proudly showing off her clay sculpture of a raven, based off of her project's theme of fear.

Sunlake’s Passionate Artists!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
December 22, 2023
Meaghan Ballard out running for Sunlake's cross country team. The cool weather changes how it feels to run.

Sunlake Cross Country: Meaghan Ballard

Daniel Crane, Staffer
December 22, 2023
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[Photo] Ava Melvin: Prepping for Midterms

January 3, 2024
Raul Almanzar, Sunlake High School senior, looking off into the distance.

[Photo] Thanksgiving Break in the Concrete Jungle

Isabella Santos, Staffer
November 29, 2023
John Feeney posing outside a OneBlood bus. There was a number of buses at the blood drive, allowing many students to donate at once.

Sunlake’s Generous Students: The Blood Drive

Daniel Crane, Staffer
November 7, 2023
Members of Sunlake's theatre performing a production. Always improving, good communication during rehearsals keeps things running smoothly and helps everyone get ready for the next showing.

Theatre at Sunlake!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
November 7, 2023

Building Up the Football Team

Daniel Crane, Staffer
October 26, 2023
Junior Joseph Houk dropping a tennis ball off the second floor of building ten. As he dropped the ball, he said "start" so his lab partner to begin the timer. Getting accurate measurements is a challenging but rewarding experience!

Academic Activities

Daniel Crane, Staffer
October 18, 2023
Ava Edwards at the swim team's senior night. The event was delayed by poor weather but was eventually held with great success!

Delayed… but Not Out

Daniel Crane, Staffer
October 13, 2023
Senior Anysha Audrey saying her senior speech to the crowd. She shows her gratitude towards the coaches and states to her teammates, "...I wish you all the best and I want you all to grow and learn from our coaches.”

[Photo] Soaring into Senior Night

Zayda Thomas, Staffer
October 17, 2023
Dylan during the blood drive. He was very proud of his shirt that was given as a thank you for donating.

Sunlake’s Generous Students: The Blood Drive

Daniel Crane, Staffer
October 3, 2023

Tunes Tuesday at Sunlake!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
September 27, 2023
Adam Spina in his greaser costume for the senior class skit that performed at the Homecoming Pep Rally.

[Photo] Seniors Got Pep! (PR) 9/18-9/22

Maryam Victor, Staffer
October 6, 2023
Gavin spent his day off relaxing. He enjoyed playing video games and sleeping through the storm. Preparation was not necessary for him!

Gavin’s Uneventful Hurricane

Daniel Crane, Staffer
September 15, 2023
Olivia taking a practice shot before the tournament. Practicing before a game is vital to success.

Sunlake’s Girls Golf Team Prepares before a Tournament

Daniel Crane, Staffer
September 7, 2023

Sunlake Science!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
September 5, 2023
Mr. Middleton giving a lecture to students in his new classroom.

Mr. Middleton’s First Year at Sunlake!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
August 28, 2023

Sunlake Cross Country

Daniel Crane, Staffer
August 25, 2023

The Beginning of the End for Megan Stine

Daniel Crane, Staffer
August 23, 2023
Ava Edwards posing with her newly painted Taylor Swift themed parking spot.

Ava Edwards and Her Parking Spot

Daniel Crane, Staffer
August 16, 2023
Gabriel Millares at a football game, one of his favorite parts about high school.

Sunlake’s Seniors – The End Approaches

Daniel Crane, Staffer
March 9, 2023
Emily Hildebrandt recycling in the Sunlake cafeteria.

Green Sunlake!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
March 6, 2023
A splendid example of Daniel Crane's photography expertise.

[Photo] One of a kind Guy, Feat. Daniel Crane

Andrew McEntire, Staffer
March 2, 2023
Cayden DeTillio with his flower in a spectacular pose!

Valentine’s Day at Sunlake!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
February 23, 2023
Michael Cerrato, a freshman who enjoys drawing as a simple way to relax and spend time alone.

The Simple Things

Daniel Crane, Staffer
February 17, 2023
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Danielle Jasper, a senior who celebrates Hanukkah.

Sunlake’s Holidays

Daniel Crane, Staffer
February 8, 2023
Koen Devenny and Bryant Pollard near a weightlifting bench.

Sunlake’s Afterschool Weightlifting

Daniel Crane, Staffer
February 6, 2023
A member of the Girls' basketball team on the court during pregame practice.

Sunlake’s Dedicated Girl’s Basketball Team!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
February 1, 2023
Mackenzie Southworth posing for a picture.

Who drives stick anymore?

Daniel Crane, Staffer
January 30, 2023
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A member of the Girls' basketball team on the court during pregame practice.

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Senior Aleia Wood throwing a basketball.

[Photo] Practice Before The Big Game!

Makayla Edwards, Staffer
February 1, 2023
Ms. Francis and Ms. Hallauer posing by the side of the school.

[Photo] The Honors Society’s Cicada. Feat. Ms. Francis and Ms. Hallauer

Andrew McEntire, Staffer
January 20, 2023
Graham Robinson at the game against Land O' Lakes. Working together is vital to winning the game.

Sunlake vs. Land O’ Lakes – We Won!

Daniel Crane, Staffer
January 4, 2023
Freshmen Avery Allen and Allison Ray with three Key Club. members at the movie night.

[Photo] The Polar Express Comes to Sunlake

Madison Belfiore, Staffer
January 9, 2023
Ricardo with a group of his family members, each excited for Thanksgiving. Photo by Ricardo Vila, used with permission

Sunlake’s Thankfulness

Daniel Crane, Staffer
December 5, 2022
Students during the NHS meeting.

Sunlake’s National Honors Society

Daniel Crane, Staffer
December 2, 2022
Students in the Freedom 365 club prepare bags that will be handed out to teachers who served in the military as a thank you.

Sunlake’s Freedom 365 Club

Daniel Crane, Staffer
November 14, 2022
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