by Ray Youman, staff writer 2016-2018 February 28, 2017

Leesville Captains Ready to Lead Teams to Glory

For the Leesville Pride, spring sports games are just around the corner. This signifies a time of renewal through new faces and coaches for all teams as they head into

by Ashley Tysiac, editor in chief February 28, 2017

Girls Soccer: A Tradition of Dominance

The Leesville Road girls soccer program is known for their long-lasting tradition of dominance and excellence. Having won multiple state titles and conference championships, the Pride girls soccer team has

by Hannah Comeskey, video editor February 28, 2017

Hard Work: The Key to Success

In today’s society, the ‘best of the best’ succeed and everyone else falls beneath them in the order of who has the most talent. Inevitably and unfortunately, talent often trumps

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 February 27, 2017

President Donald Trump’s First Month on the Job

Following a highly contested election on November 9, 2016, Donald Trump was inaugurated as President of the United States on January 20, 2017. Now, one month later, we’ll take a

by Will Hollerung, staff writer 2016-17 February 24, 2017

Storytelling Part 2 (TV)

As a common pastime in the U.S., television plays a monumental role in the lives of everyone. As a continuation of my first storytelling article focused on film, I would

by Erin Darnell, senior editor February 24, 2017

What Happened to Winterfest?

Winterfest throughout the Ages by Erin Darnell on Exposure

by Mariana Herrera, senior editor February 24, 2017

Recap of the Grammys

The international music community eagerly tuned in to the 59th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 12. Music’s biggest night kicked off with a performance of Grammy winner, Adele, singing

by Ashley Tysiac, editor in chief February 24, 2017

Conversation with a Champion

Leesville Road’s Grace Countie is one of the top elite swimmers in the state of North Carolina. She has won three individual NCHSAA 4A state titles, including the 50m freestyle

by Heidi Kreis, editor in chief 2016-17 February 24, 2017

Dear Grade-Driven Freshmen and Sophomores…

Dear the freshmen and sophomores who are just as grade driven as I was two years ago, I am writing to you today to inform you of the importance of

by Sarah Stoflet, staff writer 2016-17 February 24, 2017

Q&A with Mrs. Canada

Gwen Canada, a teacher in the CTE Department, is the Leesville Road High School’s career development coordinator. She commonly answers student’s questions about college, careers, internships, job shadowing, and more.

by Jacob Phillips, staff writer 2015-2016 February 24, 2017

Are Senior Exemptions Worth Sickness

Every student has their school’s exam exemptions policy memorized. At Leesville, underclassmen watch seniors walk out the door without taking their end-of-year tests. Leesville’s policy applies only to seniors with

by McKenna Daley, print senior editor February 24, 2017

How to Keep in Touch with Deployed Family Members

by Maggie Pollard, senior editor 2016-17 February 23, 2017

Leesville’s Model UN Attends DUMUNC

Leesville Road High School’s Model U.N. club attended the Duke Model United Nations Conference from February 16 to 19. This marked the fourth year in a row that the club

by Jacob Phillips, staff writer 2015-2016 February 23, 2017

Leesville Senior Pursues More Education at NCSSM

The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics was founded in 1980 as a premier public high school for juniors and seniors. A strenuous application and review process yields a

by Grace Newton, staff writer 2016-17 February 22, 2017

Cheap Date Ideas in Raleigh

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by Tyler Stocum, staff writer 2016-17 February 22, 2017

Leesville Road Falls to Millbrook in the Cap-8 Tournament Semifinals

Going into the semifinals in the Cap-8 tournament, Leesville Road had faced Millbrook two previous times, both teams winning one game at their respective gyms. Thursday night’s matchup proved to

by Sarah Stoflet, staff writer 2016-17 February 22, 2017

How to Rock the ACT

by Ben Zahavi, junior editor 2016-17 February 21, 2017

The Magic Man

by Kyla Stone-Houze, staff writer 2017-18 February 21, 2017

An International Valentine’s Day

Although Valentine’s Day is known for love, the story behind it is a lot more dreary. Valentine’s Day is named after Saint Valentine, a Roman physician and priest. According to

by William Sease, senior editor 2016-2017 February 21, 2017

Opinion: Can You Really Tell if You’re Reading Fake News?

Where were you when Hillary Clinton died in September? Or when Obama banned the pledge of Allegiance in December? How about when Lindsay Lohan joined ISIS to fight Donald Trump

by Isabel Daumen, senior editor 2018-19 February 21, 2017

12th Annual Krispy Kreme Challenge Was a “Sweet” Success

On Saturday, February 4, thousands of people participated in the twelfth annual Krispy Kreme Challenge. The challenge took place in downtown Raleigh and the starting line was at the Memorial

by Ashley Tysiac, editor in chief February 20, 2017

My Teacher: Ties Through Clemson

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by Maggie Pollard, senior editor 2016-17 February 15, 2017

College Tuition Makes Choosing a School Difficult

Every high school student knows the struggle of having to plan for college. For many students, senior year is the first time there is uncertainty about where they will be

by Isabel Daumen, senior editor 2018-19 February 15, 2017

Does Civics and Economics Really Prepare Students for their Civic Duties?

“Through the study of Civics and Economics, students will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to become responsible and effective citizens in an interdependent world,” as stated in the North

by Ashley Tysiac, editor in chief February 15, 2017

A Special Moment During JV Basketball Game

On Tuesday, February 6, the Leesville men’s junior varsity basketball team faced off against rival Millbrook Wildcats. The Pride lost the game 74-61, but an act of sportsmanship displayed by

by Erin Darnell, senior editor February 15, 2017

Leesville Students Register for AP Exams

In May, students participating or have participated in an Advanced Placement class have the opportunity to take the AP exam correlating with their past or current classes. Registration for these

by Jacob Phillips, staff writer 2015-2016 February 15, 2017

DeVos Nomination Causes Stir in Congress

On November 23, 2016, President-elect Donald Trump picked Betsy DeVos as his nominee for the Secretary of Education. DeVos, the head of the Michigan Republican Party, was also a business-owner

by Will Hollerung, staff writer 2016-17 February 15, 2017

Storytelling Part 1 (Film)

Since the beginning of man, civilizations have told stories to entertain and inform of customs and traditions. Today, storytelling takes on many forms; one of the most notable being film.

by Jonathan Spear, staff writer 2017-18 February 14, 2017

Singing Valentines Spread Love Around Leesville

On February 14, small choral groups travelled the school to fill classrooms with cheer and song to celebrate Valentine’s Day.   The week preceding the “holiday,” students had the opportunity

by Will Hollerung, staff writer 2016-17 February 14, 2017

“Almost, Maine” Preview

  Those looking for plans this coming Valentine’s Day only need to look as far as the Leesville stage. For the first time ever, Leesville Theatre will be performing a

by Tyler Stocum, staff writer 2016-17 February 13, 2017

Pride Finish the Regular Season Strong on Senior Night

After suffering a tough loss to Millbrook on Tuesday, which tied them for second place in the Cap-8, the Pride rebounded Friday night against Wakefield with a 76-67 victory. Seniors

by Ben Zahavi, junior editor 2016-17 February 13, 2017

The Top Ten Super Bowl Commercials

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by William Sease, senior editor 2016-2017 February 10, 2017

How Teachers Work With Struggling Students

The class rank is probably the most disheartening figure most of us read. While invaluable to colleges and universities, on the surface it reveals how many people our age, given

by Grace Newton, staff writer 2016-17 February 9, 2017

The Truth Behind ‘New Year, New Me’

Once the clock strikes 12 on New Year’s day, social media post everywhere read “new year, new me.” The rush to write down and start new year’s resolutions begins. At

by Maggie Pollard, senior editor 2016-17 February 9, 2017

1984 and Donald Trump’s administration are strikingly similar

Sales of George Orwell’s 1984 skyrocketed to the top of Amazon’s bestseller list a few days after Donald Trump’s inauguration. The spike in sales was likely precipitated by one of

by Hannah Comeskey, video editor February 9, 2017

Speeding Through Reading

No doubt most students would love to be able to read textbook chapters or books assigned to us as homework in minutes. Among our busy schedules packed with school, sports,

by Izzee Akers, senior editor 2017-18 February 9, 2017

Trump’s ban adds fuel to the fire

President Donald J. Trump has recently expanded his list of executive orders… again. He has called for a temporary ban imposing a 120-day suspension of the refugee program and a

by Maggie Pollard, senior editor 2016-17 February 8, 2017

How to become politically involved

The past two weeks after President Trump’s inauguration have been met with an unprecedented amount of backlash. Many people who are involved in politics have been using their voice to