Year: 2016
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There’s not enough time in the day
Students in high school are often called “young adults” implying that they’re in the time of their lives where it’s time to start taking on larger responsibilities. Some of the responsibilities that they…
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BYOD comes to Leesville
The Bring Your Own Device initiative is coming to Leesville in the 2016-2017 school year. This program allows for students to bring their own smart devices to use in the classroom. The Bring Your…
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Opinion: Working is One of the Best Growing Experiences in High School
For most high school students, the only important “job” is making good grades– only 22.3% of high school students worked in 2014. Considering it’s only practical for juniors and seniors (who can drive)…
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The transition from high school to college sports
As high school athletes transition to the college level, they must be prepared to balance the increase in academic and athletic demands. There are many challenges that student-athletes face, and being able to…
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Swimming to Victory
On November 16, 2016 the Leesville Road High School Women’s Swim Team traveled to their first meet. Sanderson was the host of the meet, and it took place at the Triangle Aquatic Center…
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Leesville’s season comes to an end at Pinecrest
Leesville traveled to Southern Pines Friday night to face off against the Pinecrest Patriots in the first round of the 4AA playoffs. The Pride fought and battled throughout the game, but it wasn’t…
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Leesville Basketball Dusts Orange County in Opener
It was Tuesday night before Leesville Varsity Basketball’s opener in Millbrook against Orange High School. The squad was looking to start their season off with some momentum. They wanted their first game to be…
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Leesville Play was more than fantastic
The Leesville theater department performed their last performance of “Peter and the Starcatcher” this past Saturday, November 18, at 7 p.m. The play was more than entertaining as it was filled with comedy,…
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Leesville celebrates Mogie Adamchik, women’s golf Cap 8 Player Of The Year
The Leesville women’s golf team recently concluded yet another successful season, finishing third in the conference. The team worked hard together to finish the season well and secure 3 place in the conference.…
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Why the President Won’t (and Can’t) End America
In the early hours of November 9, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton called Donald Trump to concede the race for the presidency to him. Soon afterward, Trump gave his victory speech at the…
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The Impact of Social Media on the Election
[View the story “Social Media impacting the Election ” on Storify] Taylor Penezic, staff writer 2016-17
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Black Friday: Are the Deals Worth Missing the Meal
Black Friday used to be about waking up early, still being full from a heavy thanksgiving dinner the night before, and trying to find the best deals around. Now, with sales starting as early…
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Thanksgiving Has a Purpose
Thanksgiving has been a tradition in America since the age of the pilgrims. It is a time for everyone to reflect on what they are thankful and grateful for, and to spend time with…
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Gamble runs away with CAP-8 XC title
On October 18, Nathan Gamble, a senior at Leesville, ran away from the competition and placed first at the CAP-8 men’s cross country meet. It is the first time in five years that a…
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New Teacher Comes to Leesville
On October 24, a new teacher was welcomed into the Math Department. Michael Taytro left his old job in Durham at Northern High to become part of Leesville teaching staff. Taytro talked about what…
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Got Chalk?
Gymnastics involves the use of physical strength, flexibility, balance, control, power and agility. In fact, it dates all the way back to 1896 when it was first introduced to the Olympics. Now, high schools…
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Alex Stewart makes LRHS Varsity Soccer
The Leesville Road High School men’s soccer team is a regular contender for the Cap-8 title and with strong and physical conference a freshman on varsity is a rare occurrence. Despite the low odds,…
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Comparing the education in America and the UK
24 out of 25 of the top universities in the world are located in the United States or the United Kingdom, according to World University Rankings 2015-2016. Both countries share quality higher education and…
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The Dangers of Brennan Station
Brennan Station is a hotspot for Leesville students seeking a quick bite. Some of the restaurants included are Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Moe’s, Five Guys, and Jersey Mike’s. The plazas are packed during lunch time…
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DIY Terrariums
DIY TERRARIUMS Ever wanted to create your own terrarium? Well the process is simpler than it may seem. Commonly seen on Tumblr, Instagram, home furnishing stores and trendy coffee shops— terrariums add a natural…
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Jared Leins Continues his Baseball Career at Navy
The United State Naval Academy is a four year coeducational federal service academy that is located in Annapolis, Maryland. Jared Leins is a senior pitcher on the Leesville Road Baseball team. He recently announced…
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Crossroads FLEX helps the busy student
Remember the Teen Nick TV show Victorious– a school that allows students to follow their passion of the arts and excel at what they believe in? Viewers wished this school could be a reality…
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#RIPvine
On October 30, 2016 Twitter announced their choice to discontinue the mobile phone application, Vine. Although they did not release the exact date of Vine’s termination from the app store, it was made evident…
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Nevada Mareno Commits to Stanford University
Nevada Mareno, senior, committed to Stanford University for Track after touring numerous schools around the country. Mareno is currently the top female (returning) runner in the nation. She had offers from Providence College,…
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North Carolina Requires New Final Exams
Starting this school year (2016-2017) North Carolina’s State Board of Education has decided to reinstate final exams for certain courses. Before, teachers collaborated on designing the final exam for their class, with the…
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Students Tryout for Basketball Teams
Tryouts for men’s and women’s basketball started Monday, October 31. At 2:30 p.m., tryouts for women’s basketball went first in the main and auxiliary gyms. Men’s tryouts followed at 4:30, tryouts for the…
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President Obama Visits Chapel Hill
On November 2, President Barack Obama visited the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to drum up support for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton. Other Democrats spoke at the rally as well, including…
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Education in the U.S. and the UK
Taylor Penezic, staff writer 2016-17
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Two Hour Delay on Election Day
All over the country, citizens 18 and older will flock to the polls on November 8. Due to the amount of voters in North Carolina, Wake County Schools have decided that all public schools…
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Concussions Among Student Athletes
Most athletes’ dream is to continue to play the sport they love until they can’t play anymore. Whether it’s to continue in college or to go pro, athletes always have their minds set on…
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Jobs for Life Program
Every Monday and Thursday night through the months of September to November, a group of men, women, and children meet at Millbrook Baptist Church for the Jobs for Life Program sponsored by the Catholic…
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The Job Disparity
For many students, obtaining a first job represents a big leap of one’s journey into adulthood. It is a shining symbol of independence, one that shows that a student will soon be ready to…
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The Air at a Trump Rally
I-95 northbound came to a complete stop Thursday night as cars one-by-one filed off the exit. The parking lot behind the Trump rally’s location was packed before 6 p.m., and people abandoned their cars…
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Trip to Spain and Italy 2018
Although it may be the fall of 2016, it is never too soon to think about what you’re going to do the summer of 2018. One option that has recently come up is travelling…
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Leesville Downs Millbrook on Senior Night
Leesville entered last Friday night’s matchup against Millbrook with a 4-5 record. The Pride needed a win to improve their hopes of being in the playoffs. Millbrook held a three-game win streak in the…
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High Schoolers Make Halloween Plans
As Halloween approaches, teenagers decide what they are going to do for the holiday. From trick-or-treating to just staying home, high schoolers have a range of options to choose from. The most classic of…
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Mycenaean Poll Reveals Leesville’s Favorite Candy
[pdf-embedder url=”https://www.themycenaean.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/convert-jpg-to-pdf.net_2016-10-31_14-59-16.pdf”] Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
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Dance Ensemble Video
Kyla Stone-Houze, staff writer 2017-18
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College Tours: The Ultimate Guide
According to a recent study done by The National Center for Educational Statistics, there are 4,726 public and private universities available for students to attend in the United States. According to the same source,…
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Comedy and Politics Go Hand in Hand
The 2016 presidential election may seem like something out of a Saturday Night Live skit, but it’s all too real. However, shows like Saturday Night Live, Last Week Tonight, and other late night shows…
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Welcome to “The Stage”
Over the past week there has been speculation as to when Avenged Sevenfold would release their new single. On October 13, with very little warning, fans got what they wanted. Avenged Sevenfold’s “The Stage”…
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World Series has Leesville on Edge
It is a proud moment for Cubs fans the world over: For the first time since 1945, the Chicago Cubs are set to take the stage in the World Series, the biggest event in…
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Students Go Behind the Wheel
After taking the in-class portion of driver’s education, one of the most nerve-racking things for new student drivers is finally sitting behind the wheel for the first time. While earning your permit and license…
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Big Baby D.R.A.M.– Fire Beats and few Memorable Tracks
October 1, 2016 saw the release of D.R.A.M.’s debut self-titled album, Big Baby D.R.A.M. D.R.A.M.’s real name is Shelley Marshaun Massenburg-Smith. He was born in Germany and grew up in Virginia. Appearing on the…
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Men’s Soccer Overcomes Conference Rivals
The stage was set last Monday night as the men’s soccer team faced off against conference rivals, Millbrook. In what was a very exciting game, Leesville’s superior passing and defending led the Pride to…
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Can Starting School Later Benefit Student Learning?
Over the past few years, researchers have found scientific proof high schools should start later. According to the National Sleep Foundation, teens need anywhere from eight and a half to 9 and one fourth…
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Does the Use of Technology Help or Harm Students?
There’s no doubt that technology and phones have impacted our lives in drastic ways. Our generation is able to obtain information much easier than generations before us. If a student now needs to know…
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Opinion: Colin Kaepernick Should Respect the Anthem
Colin Kaepernick, a quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, has created recent controversy over the National Anthem and what it stands for. Kaepernick has been taking a knee while the Anthem is played prior…
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Should students attend school when sick?
When a student wakes up in the morning feeling ill, it can be difficult for him or her to decide whether or not to go to school. Some decide to take a day off…
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9 things that Leesville needs
[View the story “9 things that Leesville needs” on Storify] Heidi Kreis, editor in chief 2016-17