March 2017 – The Mycenaean

by Mariana Herrera, senior editor March 31, 2017

What does it mean to be an American?

I never gave this question much thought, and I can imagine that most of peers didn’t either. I really didn’t have to– although I was born in Colombia and was

by Ray Youman, staff writer 2016-2018 March 31, 2017

My Generation

We Leesville students live under a roof alongside those who are generations past. Our grandparents are baby boomers, our parents Gen X’ers, and our older siblings Millennials. Each generation maintains

by Jacob Phillips, staff writer 2015-2016 March 31, 2017

Can Progressive Upstarts Change the Democratic Party?

Following the 2016 election cycle, in which the Republicans gained control of the presidency, the Senate, and the House of Representatives, the Democrats found themselves out of political power despite

by Izzee Akers, senior editor 2017-18 March 30, 2017

Last game they took an L, but tonight will they bounce back?

On February 28, the Pride men’s varsity lacrosse team found themselves short of a win over the Broughton Capitals with a final score of 13-8. Tonight, March 30, at 6:30pm

by William Sease, senior editor 2016-2017 March 30, 2017

Meet the “Trumpalikes”

The election of Donald Trump, much like the Brexit vote, rocked the world. Donald Trump’s candidacy, campaign and election were unprecedented in so many ways that many had written him

by Jonathan Spear, staff writer 2017-18 March 30, 2017

Freshmen lead lacrosse attack

The Pride men’s lacrosse team had its most successful season in its five-year history last spring and reached new heights as a team and as individuals. The team reached the

by Tyler Stocum, staff writer 2016-17 March 30, 2017

Leesville Road dominates Wake Forest under the lights

Leesville Road looked to bounce back Friday night against the Wake Forest Cougars after a loss last Wednesday to the Green Hope Falcons. Going into the game against Wake Forest,

by Erin Darnell, senior editor March 30, 2017

North Carolina Author Visits Leesville

On March 20, if you were to walk into the auditorium, you may have been surprised by what you saw and heard. Bouncing around onstage was Allan Wolf, an author

by Kyla Stone-Houze, staff writer 2017-18 March 27, 2017

Review of Get Out

In the film Get Out, Chris (Daniel Kaluuya) and his girlfriend, Rose (Allison Williams), have reached the “meet-the-parents” phase of their relationship. Taking that next step, Rose invites him to

by Isabel Daumen, senior editor 2018-19 March 22, 2017

Mainstage Presents a Musical Theatre Cafe

On Wednesday, March 15, Mainstage put on a musical theatre cafe for Leesville. “There’s one unit that Mainstage does every year that changes,” said Mickey Langley, a member of Mainstage.

by Erin Darnell, senior editor March 22, 2017

Argument and Theory to be Offered for the 2017-2018 School Year

At the beginning of the 2017-2018 school year, a new class will be offered at Leesville: Argument and Theory Honors. If enough students sign up for the class, Amy Wedge,

by Will Hollerung, staff writer 2016-17 March 22, 2017

Drone Delivery

As we continue to revolutionize technology, we not only affect our lifestyles but our interactions with others. Recently, Amazon announced that have earned a patent for drone shipping, thus setting

by McKenna Daley, print senior editor March 21, 2017

Cheerwine Mile

With every sports team comes quirky traditions, and the Leesville track team is no exception. Every season, the track team holds The Cheerwine mile: 4 laps, 4 cans of Cheerwine.

by Ray Youman, staff writer 2016-2018 March 21, 2017

The Brier Creek Dilemma

Brier Creek is a public town center located in North Raleigh. It provides for the shopping, dining, and living needs of thousands of North Raleigh residents, along with hundreds of

by Ashley Tysiac, editor in chief March 21, 2017

Basketball state title game legacy began in 2001

Shawan Robinson will always remember the first time the Leesville men’s basketball team played in the NCHSAA 4A state championship. “We worked all year long to reach our goal,” said

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 March 21, 2017

So You’ve Taken the ACT, Now What?

On February 28, juniors at Leesville and other high schools across North Carolina took the ACT. Along with SAT scores, GPA and extracurriculars, most colleges look at your ACT score

by Jacob Phillips, staff writer 2015-2016 March 21, 2017

Leesville Grads Excel In Collegiate Arts

Leesville is known for its excellent arts program. Whether it’s Band led by Ms. Montgomery or Theatre led by Ms. Tarson, everyone knows that a Leesville production will be a

by Andrew Walczyk, staff writer 2016-17 March 17, 2017

Pride Fall to Huskies in Cap-8 Opener

The Leesville baseball team took on the Heritage Huskies at home Friday, March 10, to kick off the Pride’s Cap-8 season. This game was highly anticipated because the last time

by Isabella Parsons, senior editor, 2018-19 March 17, 2017

The Value of Spanish National Honors Society

From volunteering to eating Spanish cuisine to attending cultural activities, Spanish National Honors Society is a center for students invested in a variety of activities. While the club definitely has

by Cayley Kennedy, senior editor, 2016-17 March 17, 2017

Leesville Women’s Soccer Closes the Week with 3 Wins

On Friday, March 10, the Pride women’s soccer team trekked to Chapel Hill high school to face the Tigers for their last out-of-conference game. In the days leading up to

by Erin Darnell, senior editor March 17, 2017

Student Teachers at Leesville

When it’s time to pick classes, some students tend to register for some classes based on the teacher, and his/her reputation amongst students and the community. Flash forward to the

by McKenna Daley, print senior editor March 17, 2017

Food Friday: Jersey Mike’s vs. Subway

With limited time to get food during smart lunch, fast food sandwich shops have become a staple for high school students. Sandwich shops offer cheap, healthy, and a fast lunch.

by Izzee Akers, senior editor 2017-18 March 15, 2017

Mr. Thornhill’s New ReLAXing Job

Robert Thornhill, a science teacher at Leesville, has recently accepted the position as assistant coach of the women’s lacrosse team for the 2016-2017 season. Although Mr. Thornhill does not have

by Isabella Parsons, senior editor, 2018-19 March 15, 2017

Is It S’Winter

As February comes to a close, people are shedding their winter coats and putting on their flip-flops. With most days having temperatures in the sixties and above, students all over

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

A Day in the Life of a Techie

This morning, I woke up at 5:30 to get ready to be at school at 6:00. When I arrived at school, various actors and techies were milling around, organizing supplies

by Cayley Kennedy, senior editor, 2016-17 March 15, 2017

The Top Ten Most Embarrassing Moments Every High School Students Has Experienced

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by Isabel Daumen, senior editor 2018-19 March 13, 2017

How does Student Services help you register for classes?

Although it feels as if second semester has just begun, the time has already come for students to begin choosing their classes for next year. With a multitude of classes

by Kyla Stone-Houze, staff writer 2017-18 March 13, 2017

Life Lessons In Basketball (Self-Reflection)

January 19 marked the end of my JV basketball season. After blowing Wake Forest out by twenty points, we ended the season on a good note. Due to my teammate’s

by Sarah Stoflet, staff writer 2016-17 March 13, 2017

Finding The Right Classes

Time for registration is here, and Leesville students have a lot of pressure on what classes they should take in the coming year. Between taking classes you need to graduate,

by Andrew Walczyk, staff writer 2016-17 March 13, 2017

What you need to know about Trump’s address to Congress.

President Donald Trump gave his first address to congress on Tuesday, February 28th. The speech was an hour-long poetic symphony encompassing an array of issues. In case you missed his

by Jonathan Spear, staff writer 2017-18 March 13, 2017

Pride lacrosse claim first win against Garner

The Pride men’s lacrosse team secured their opening win of the season against the Garner Trojans 18-1 on March 3. A barrage of offense in the first half propelled the

by Eric Broer March 10, 2017

Leesville Road advances to the 4A State Championship

On Saturday, the Leesville Road Men’s Basketball team made the hour and fifteen minute drive to Fayetteville State University to take on the South Central Falcons from Greenville, North Carolina

by Kyla Stone-Houze, staff writer 2017-18 March 10, 2017

Upcoming State Championship Basketball Game (Leesville v.s Southwest Guilford)

Since the end of the basketball season, the men’s varsity has been hard at work practicing and preparing for their final game. The Pride has gone undefeated since their game

by Tyler Stocum, staff writer 2016-17 March 7, 2017

Taco Bell: Live Más or Die Sooner?

In the United States, there are many fast food restaurants that offer a wide variety of food choices, however, some of these restaurants offer healthier food options than others. Taco

by Jacob Phillips, staff writer 2015-2016 March 6, 2017

Leesville Students Excel at NCSSM

In August of 2015, three Leesville students left the Loonies to join the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics. These three juniors–Abbott Gaddy, Ellie Taylor, and Yesle Hahn–knew they

by Ray Youman, staff writer 2016-2018 March 6, 2017

The Downfall of the EU

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by Jonathan Spear, staff writer 2017-18 March 6, 2017

ROTC Provides Benefits for High School Students

As high school juniors begin to think about what college to attend, some also think about travelling the unconventional route and joining an ROTC program. ROTC, or the Reserved Officers’

by McKenna Daley, print senior editor March 6, 2017

The Art of Shotput

Whether you want to meet new people or get in shape, shot put is an all around sport many Leesville students love. Shot put is a field event at Leesville

by Mariana Herrera, senior editor March 2, 2017

Adding Green to Leesville: Our School’s New Garden

If you have gone wandering around Leesville’s campus lately, you might have stumbled upon a fledgling garden in the back of the Murphy Building. This said garden is the work

by Andrew Walczyk, staff writer 2016-17 March 2, 2017

“Almost Maine” Review

Leesville’s theater department debuted their Valentine day production “Almost, Maine” February 15 in the Leesville Auditorium. The play consisted of nine short skits encompassing the love life of nine different

by Hannah Comeskey, video editor March 2, 2017

Outdoor Track Springs Into Season

With the men’s and women’s indoor track team closing off their strong season of racing, there is much excitement over the endless possibilities for the upcoming outdoor track season. Tryouts

by Sarah Stoflet, staff writer 2016-17 March 2, 2017

Leesville Cheer Goes to Nationals

The Leesville Road High School cheer team hit a major milestone this February when they traveled to ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando, Florida for the national high school

by Maggie Pollard, senior editor 2016-17 March 2, 2017

Representatives Need to Host Town Halls

This week marks the first full week Congress is in recess since Donald Trump’s inauguration and many Congressmen and women are using the opportunity to host town halls with their

by Erin Darnell, senior editor March 2, 2017

Leesville’s Executive Council Prepares for 2017 State Convention

On March 17-19 Leesville will host the North Carolina Association of Student Councils State Convention. Executive and student councils from around North Carolina will gather at Leesville to tour downtown

by Isabel Daumen, senior editor 2018-19 March 1, 2017

How Leesville gives back

by Maddy Leen, special projects editor 2016-17 March 1, 2017

Lana’s New Video: Love

On February 18, the queen herself dropped a new single, “Love,” for her highly anticipated new album (yet to be named). Lana Del Rey’s last video release was in 2015,

by William Sease, senior editor 2016-2017 March 1, 2017

The Feelies’ “In Between” is a Pleaser

The Feelies are a band with history. Birthed from the 70’s post-punk landscape, this group of New Jersey kids were active for 25 years before disbanding. They reformed in 2008

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