PLD Lamplighter

01/06/2026

Senior Dinner Dance will be held from 7pm to 11:30pm. on Jan. 24 at the Downtown Hilton. This semi-formal event exclusive to Dunbar’s class of 2026. Tickets are $75 and include a 3 course meal buffet, DJ, photo booth, and parking fees. Students can purchase tickets in-person from Ms. Brubeck or Ms. Lubbe by Jan 16th.

12/11/2025

Our WPLD wrapped 2025! We are excited to show you what we have in store for next year!

12/10/2025

K-Club (Korean club) is having the final meeting of the semester on December 10th in room 610 at 3:30. We will be making kimbap!

12/07/2025

Final exams are stressful!

Show your support with a Good Luck Goody Bag for just $5.

Each bag includes snacks, candy, motivational items, school supplies, and an encouraging note.

Purchase online through your SchoolCash Online account:

-Register (if you haven’t already)
-Complete the Dunbar Goody Bags form
-Pay with credit card (30¢ fee)

https://fayetteky.schoolcashonline.com/

All proceeds support the PLD Prom Committee! Students can also buy bags for friends with $5 cash at school during lunch, Wednesday–Friday.

12/04/2025

Boys Volleyball Open Gyms
Boys volleyball will be hosting open gyms for anyone interested in trying out this upcoming season. December open gym dates are:

Sunday, December 7 from 12:00–2:00 PM

Saturday, December 20 from 12:30–2:30 PM

Fill out this google form to let us know you are attending: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetrNAj36up0C9fRtlJ_hqStb4VQBUEdHEPgNPBMh923usgNw/viewform

A current KHSAA physical must be uploaded to Arbiter in order to participate.

If you have any questions, please contact Coach Abigail Shafer at [email protected]

12/04/2025

The 2024 State Champion Envirothon team will have an informational meeting on Monday, December 8th in room 603 from 3:30-4. Envirothon is an academic competition where teams of 5 show off their knowledge of the environment and how humans must both use and protect it. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Bilkha in room 603.

12/04/2025

What a SUCCESS!! Our STLP clubs students recently hosted a toy drive to give back to the Kentuckys Children Hospital for the upcoming holiday season. There were donations with a range of face masks to stuffed animals. These gifts will be received by children with the hope of brightening their holiday season. Thank you to all of the people who helped with stuffing the ambulance!!❄️☃️🎁

12/03/2025

Exemption emails are out! Check your student email to register your exemptions. The window closes on December 9th at 3:00 p.m.—no exceptions. Juniors and seniors who attended a different Kentucky high school last year and believe they should have KSA exemptions should reach out to Seth Young. Congratulations on your KSA success!

12/03/2025

Student Technology Leadership Program, including both WPLD and PLD Lamplighter, stuffed the ambulance today! Check it out!!

Students at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School stuffed an ambulance full of toys Wednesday morning as part of their annual Christmas drive for pediatric patients.

12/03/2025

12/03/2025

German Club and German Honor Society are hosting a gingerbread house making contest after school on December 4th in room 709. Please come and join us. All are welcome to attend.

12/03/2025

Marketing Applications students are holding a fundraiser and will be selling Holiday candy grahams at their Pop Up Shop, The Merry Mart, only during A2, starting November 24 through December 12. All proceeds go to YOUR school store, The Dawg Depot! The Pop Up Shop will be located at the top and bottom of the middle stairwell. Prices range anywhere from $1 to $5, cash only. It’s a sweet way to say you care...perfect for a teacher, friend, or even yourself! Get yours only while supplies last.