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Mission Statement:
Lawton Chiles High School is building a tradition of excellence by providing the best learning environment where students are challenged to be active learners, leaders, achievers and contributors within a global community.
Important Information
Office Hours - Monday thru Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Visitation Information - Please click the link for important information regarding the visitation procedures.
ListServ - Please click the link to sign up for our CHS ListServ.
Morning Announcements
Principal’s Message
Chiles High School is one of the best high schools in the state of Florida and in the United States. Our school performs at the highest levels for AP, Dual Enrollment, Honors, Workforce Development, ACT, SAT, Florida Standard Assessment and EOC’s. At Chiles, we recruit highly qualified teachers. Our faculty and staff along with our feeder schools deserve great praise for the preparation and nurturing of these students as we take them to greater heights in post-secondary opportunities. We collaborate frequently through the Northeast Articulation Team to foster transitions and build relationships among our school communities. Please use this link to see the full Principal’s Message.
Chiles Has Been Named To The AP School Gold Honor Roll
We are pleased to announce that as of January 2026, Chiles High School has been named to the 2025 AP School Gold Honor Roll by the College Board for the 3rd year in a row!
Click here to see the Official Certificate
Chiles Is A Purple Star Campus
We are pleased to announce that as of November 2023, Chiles High School has been established as a Florida Purple Star Campus for military families.
Click here to read the full PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
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We offer a range of programs, including special education, English language development, gifted education, and counseling services to support diverse student needs.
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Safety is our top priority. We have secure campus entry points, regular emergency drills, and on-site staff trained in emergency response. Our visitor management system ensures that all guests are signed in and monitored.
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Our high school day typically begins at 7:00 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m.
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Registration is straightforward and must be done through LCS FOCUS Parent Portal. See this webpage for instructions.
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We welcome family involvement! Parents can volunteer in classrooms, join the PTO, participate in share nights, or attend school events. Your involvement strengthens our school community and supports your child's learning experience.
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Technology is integrated to enhance learning, with resources such as interactive televisions, chromebooks, and educational software that support students' digital literacy and engagement.
