Month: May 2014
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Solar Roadways? Yes, it can happen
Solar Roadways, what is that, how is it possible, and could it sustainably replace concrete and tar paved roads across the country? The answers, courtesy of co-creators Julie and Scott Brusaw. Solar Roadways are…
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Moving out: Worth it or not?
I am trying to move out for my senior year and have discovered many hidden expenses and unforeseeable budget crunchers. One surprise expense is damage, to your person, car, home or other property. If…
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Business basics in Apparel class
Apparel class has been selling headbands, frockets and monogrammed frockets during all three lunches starting on Monday, May 5, 2014 and will continue to sell their products until Friday, May 23, 2014 or while…
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The best places to cry on Leesville campus
As I walked into class on May 19, 2014, I saw a letter on my desk from the school. I think, “Finally! I found out whether I will be an executive officer for the…
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Womens Soccer in the playoffs
First game triumph The Leesville Pride womens soccer team won their first round game of the NCHSAA playoffs. The game was played between the 27-seed Athens Drive, a fellow Wake County school, and the…
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Students deserve say in teacher effectiveness rating
Education is a flawed system, but one thing that can make a big difference is the teacher. A good teacher can take a difficult class and make every student successful. With teachers being so…
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EXO’s Kris sues SM to have his contract nullified
Over the past few days, various Korean, Chinese, and K-Pop media sources have reported that EXO’s Kris has filed a lawsuit against record label SM Entertainment to have his contract void. He claims that…
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My four favorite fictional boy bands on TV
4. Boyz 4 Now (Bob’s Burgers) Bob’s Burgers is the hit Fox series of a man named Bob, his wife Linda and their three eccentric children Tina, Louise and Gene. The family faces a…
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Community college: no longer a stereotype
As second semester winds down, students begin to hear back from colleges as they make the pivotal decision that will impact their next four years, if not their entire life. Approximately 90% of Leesville…
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This generation is not lazy
Members of previous generations tend to look down on us Millennials. We have been accused of being the laziest generation to ever walk the planet. They say that advancements in technology are to blame…
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Investigation: Leesville students speeding through Springdale
A popular shortcut route to the Leesville campus has become a haven for speeding. The so-called “Springdale Loop” — a 1.4-mile section of O’Neal Rd. often used to escape the half-mile morning traffic jam…
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The importance of working teens
With summer only a few weeks away, many high school students are starting to apply for summer jobs. Unfortunately, the number of applicants isn’t as high as one might think. In 2002, The Bureau…
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Navy Representative recruits students
Who is joining the Navy? Last week, a representative from the Navy Recruiting District of Raleigh visited Leesville Road. An information crowded with flyers and applications, was placed near the library and cafeteria to…
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Red Hat uncages downtown Raleigh
It’s not every weekend that one of your favorite bands comes to North Carolina… let alone holds a free concert in the heart of downtown. Friday, May 2, Cage the Elephant, an alternative rock…
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Teenage communication lacks substance
It’s Friday afternoon, and I’m awoken from my nap by the sound of a buzzing iPhone. I blindly search for it because it’s, of course, only inches away from me at all times. I…
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“OMW over stay calm”: Texting 911
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and major US wireless carriers are giving Americans a new way to reach a 911 dispatcher in an emergency. The FCC program which debuted on Thursday, May 15, in…
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“Turn Blue” launches Black Keys to new high
If Danger Mouse didn’t spoil the Black Keys’ individuality, if the profit lures of pop didn’t corrupt the Black Keys’ unique genre, if fanbase impatience didn’t force the Black Keys into a rushed production,…
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Apparel Class holds fundraiser
Each year the Apparel class holds a fundraiser to raise money for future field trips. Pairs of students from the class set up their vending booths near near the cafeteria to lure in passing…
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Conchita Wurst wins Eurovision, inspires acceptance
Conchita Wurst was certainly not the worst contestant at Eurovision and won the song competition representing Austria with 290 points. The talented vocalist Thomas Neuwirth adopted the persona of Conchita, a bearded drag queen…
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The problem with American schooling
When it comes to school and grades, I become easily overwhelmed and concerned. My mind is overcrowded with a mixture of stress and frustration. However, it wasn’t always this way. There was a time…
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Pricy Prom
Prom is one of the most expensive dates anyone will ever go on. With high expectations that are almost impossible to live up to, is it worth it? Prom has been a spring ritual…
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Students volunteer for PAC sports camp
Throughout summer break, the Pride Athletic Club will offer week-long sports camps. Leesville Road High coaches will run the camps with the help their current and former athletes. The accepted age for each sports…
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Leesville Men’s Lacrosse defeats Garner on Senior Night
In convincing fashion, Leesville Men’s lacrosse team defeated Garner 12-1 and claimed the Cap-8 championship on Friday, May 2. Jeremy Fullbright, head coach, has coached his first Cap-8 champions this year. The team finished…
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Cows, tortoises and guns; a cautionary tale for modern America
In America, the common saying goes, “We take our freedoms for granted.” Yet too often such a statement is used to bolster our government and when dissent arises, the very same people spit back,…
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4 creative TV competitions that aren’t about singing
4. Cupcake Wars Cupcake Wars is a food-based reality competition on Food Network. The show starts off with four teams made up of a chef and a sous-chef. One team is eliminated in each…
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5 Reasons Why The Office Is The Best Show Ever
The Office is a TV show that ran from 2005 to 2013. Its non-stop comedy and silly drama never got old. One can catch the 9 season show from NBC on Netflix. These are…
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Oculus brings a new twist to horror movies
On April 11, 2014, the arrival of Oculus to theaters delighted horror movie fans across the world. The movie earned $12 million its opening weekend, in addition to generally positive reception from viewers. The…
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Loonies to Lawyers
In Law & Justice class, Leesville students learn about the many complicated philosophies and underlying systems and terms of American law. During the first semester, theories and practices of civil law are expounded and…
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Grease lightnin’s up the stage
On Thursday, April 10, through Saturday, April 12, Leesville Road High School’s theatre program put on a production of the ’70s musical film, Grease. Essentially, Grease is a musical about the social groups and…
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Pro-prom tips
As a three-time prom veteran, with three very distinct prom experiences, I feel as though it is important to share tips for prospective prom-goers next year. The number one tip I can share from…