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Even in a virtual world, Mrs. Susan Duncan seeks to engage her students. Through Google Meet, she teaches AP and Honors Chemistry. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Nestled in the
From before the first bell rings to the rush towards home, every part of student’s days looks different. One of the first differences is the COVID-19 screening outside the school
As the senior class of 2021 works their way through their final semester of high school, those planning on going to colleges or universities have a lot of preparation to
Christmas is one of America’s most celebrated holidays. The endless amount of christmas movies, the mixture of cold weather and warm cocoa, the excitement of decorating the tree, and the
Special needs awareness club (SNAC) is a group of students who get together every month with the students in the special needs program here at Leesville. Prior to every meeting
Ranier Rackley is known at Leesville as many things: most commonly as an assistant coach for the football team, special needs program teacher, and an indoor track and field sprint
The fall semester has been nothing but dedication for the students involved in the chorus program. Hours of hard work in class and after school rehearsals came to peak in
10. Grease Savor it while you can, Grease will be taken off Netflix with the start of 2018. A classic movie-musical, Grease appeals to people of all ages. With time-honored
There are several students at Leesville’s high school, middle school, and elementary school with special needs. Unlike several schools in the area, Leesville has specialized classrooms and certified teachers
“Oh Baby!” was performed in the intermission between “Dearly Departed” and “Red Velvet Cake Wars”. The cast consisted of freshmen and sophomores in the Leesville’s Theatre Department and was
The cracks of rifles filled the air in Da Nang, Vietnam while the sun was shining at its brightest. Life and death was at stake each time he rose from
The Leesville Theatre Department’s production of “Dearly Departed” was performed November 14, 16, and 18 and was absolutely amazing. From the acting to the set to the makeup, the
On October 11, 2017 juniors, sophomores, and freshmen went to take the PSAT. It lasted from 7:25 am until 11:30 am all throughout the school and it tested on their
It is the end of the semester, and you are so close to being done with your classes you can almost taste it. All that is left in your way
The Leesville Theatre Department’s production of “Dearly Departed” was performed November 14, 16, and 18 and was absolutely amazing. From the acting to the set to the makeup, the Theatre
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Holidays for high school students are a time to relax, pretend to study for exams, and spend time with friends and family. Of course traditions play a big part in
The cast of “Red Velvet Cake War” performed their last show on Saturday, November 18, at 2 p.m. The show starred the Verdeen family, more specifically the three Verdeen cousins
When you think of the holiday season, what comes to mind first? Perhaps it’s spending time with family, or gathering for a meal with loved ones. Or maybe you think
How can the state that has a rank of 12 out of 50 for upper education, some of the most prestigious universities in the world, and some of the most
When the 2017-2018 boys soccer team at Leesville Road High School began, no one expected much out of them. The Pride didn’t have a lot to look forward to after
Reputation, Taylor Swift’s sixth studio album, was released at midnight on November 10. After over two years of waiting, fans greeted the 15-song masterpiece with extreme excitement and joy. Swift
According to the Oxford dictionary, the definition of “teach” is “to cause someone to learn or understand something by example or experience.” Obviously, the main goal of a teacher is
When Sidney Credle was a ninth grader, he was enrolled in Mr. Kelly’s aerospace class, and his brother, Austin, was beginning the application process for the United States Naval Academy.
[View the story “The stages of an AP/honors student throughout a semester” on Storify] Mariana Herrera, senior editor
Wake County is the second most rapidly growing county in the United States, with a 12% cumulative growth rate in the past five years. It goes without saying that an
On October 12, Math National Honor Society held their inductions during B lunch in the auditorium. Students that applied for the honor society during the second week of school were
On October 11, 2017 juniors, sophomores, and freshmen went to take the PSAT. It lasted from 7:25 am until 11:30 am all throughout the school and it tested on their
Leeville’s prayer circle is like one of many others occurring in Durham and Wake County schools. The group responsible for the wave of various prayer circles throughout Durham and Raleigh
Netflix is a widely known and used entertainment program. To put it bluntly, Netflix is quite popular and will probably remain that way for while. Although I have journeyed through
For so many high school students once they finish their senior year and begin their life adult lives, they don’t look back on their high school days. But for Chef
Most of my day is spent with one or both of my parents. I wake up in the morning and eat breakfast with my parents. I drive to school with
At Leesville, SMART (Students Maximizing Achievement with Resources and Time) Lunch is one of the highlights of each day. For an hour after third period, all students have the freedom
As playoffs begin,the Leesville football families are busier than ever. The name “football families” is the title given to the organization of parents who assist the football team. The job
Turkey, football, and family — the traditional picture of an American Thanksgiving. However, Thanksgiving hasn’t always looked like this. Traditions and values have evolved throughout the course of its existence,
Daddy’s Home 2 is the sequel to the 2015 film Daddy’s Home. Starring Will Ferrell as Brad Whitaker and Mark Wahlberg as Dusty Mayron, the iconic duo once again proved
It’s the 21st century, and technology now plays a major role in our lives. From staying in touch with family to help with homework, the latest tech is something humans
On November 16, the Leezville Road High School Officers’ Club held its first meeting during S.M.A.R.T. Lunch A in room 0240. In this revolutionary club, every member is an officer.
Things are just heating up for the wrestling team as the cold temperatures come into Raleigh. Less than a week before their first meet of the season, the Leesville wrestling
When FCA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, was founded in 1954 Don McClanen wanted to project the idea of athletes and coaches as Christian men strongly rooted in their faith, before
School. Practice. Shower. Eat. Homework. Sleep. Repeat. This is what a typical day looks like for a year-round student athlete. Leesville is home to quite a few year-round student athletes;
For high schoolers, one of the most stressful parts of their high school career is figuring out what they want their future to look like– where they want to go
On Monday, October 30, Leesville men’s basketball held their tryouts after months of preparation and hard work for a long awaited season. The boys all eager to begin the season
On October 28, the talented Leesville women’s tennis doubles team of Helen Alvis, sophomore, and Kylie Rigsby, senior, shined at the NCHSAA 4A State Championship at Millbrook Exchange Park. The
On September 26, 2014, Isaiah Langston, a student at Rolesville Road High School, collapsed on the football field, hours before his Friday night football game. Langston, 17, died on September
Ms. Meeks’ intermediate art students create beautiful art pieces by using various shades of black, white, and grey. Recently, students were assigned with the task of creating a piece of
Leesville Road High School, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, has had a tremendous impact on the lives of members of the Keel family. The three Keel siblings—Jenny Gidley,
On Monday, November 6, Leesville students were sent out of class for the majority of third period and had lunch pushed back for a fire evacuation procedure. Standing outside and
Keeping good hygiene is a part of daily life many humans retain. Teeth cleaning and taking showers are things many people do every night to keep themselves happy. Washing our
On Thursday, November 2, around five hundred sophomores from Leesville took the Pre-ACT, the Preliminary American College Testing. The Pre-ACT is a multiple choice test with the purpose of simulating
Thor: Ragnarok is the third installation in the series of Thor movies starring Chris Hemsworth. Thor, the God of Thunder and prince of Asgard, has been scouring the cosmos for
