May 2018 - The Mycenaean

by Kamryn Owens, staff writer 2018 May 31, 2018

Shopping sucks!

Are you the type of person that loves shopping, but never wants to get dressed, or even deal with social interaction? Because, same. Thank God for online shopping! Though going

by Matt Wiener, senior staff writer May 30, 2018

Carolina Panthers Offseason 2018

After finishing the 2017 season 11-5, and losing in the wildcard playoff game, the Panthers created room for improvement. Starting off big, one of the first transactions in the NFL

by Kamryn Owens, staff writer 2018 May 30, 2018

Life as a Detention Officer: Interview with Tyshon Hinton

A detention officer is responsible for the supervision, safety, and security of each and every prisoner who is doing time in the jail or prison. Officer Tyshon Hinton is currently

by Isabel Daumen, senior editor 2018-19 May 30, 2018

Erin Oliveira: From Behind the Scenes to In the Spotlight

Erin Oliveira, senior, made her acting debut on Friday, May 22 in Theatre II/III‘s captivating performance of Bright Ideas. While Oliveira has been a part of many Leesville shows throughout

by Kyla Stone-Houze, staff writer 2017-18 May 30, 2018

The Apple Watch

The Apple Watch is not only an accessory to wear but also serves as an extension to the iPhone. It’s for everyone and works especially well for a person who

by Kyla Stone-Houze, staff writer 2017-18 May 30, 2018

Dealing with the process of cancer (pt. 2)

Cancer sucks. It’s the worst disease, not only to myself, but to other people as well. It reminds me of strep throat; it sneaks up on you and and once

by Kyla Stone-Houze, staff writer 2017-18 May 30, 2018

How I dealt with death (prt.1) `

My grandmother’s name was Peggy Anne Houze, and she died at 65. Before she was diagnosed with breast and brain cancer, she was a wild fireball full of energy. My

by Kaitlyn Stocum, senior editor May 29, 2018

Chorus Takes on Busch Gardens

On May 5, Leesville Intermediate Chorus traveled to Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Virginia to perform in Music in the Park. The competition occurs all throughout the spring and summer, with

by Natalie Gore, social media editor May 25, 2018

North Carolina School Vouchers

On July 23, 2015, the Supreme Court of North Carolina approved the Opportunity Scholarship Act which allows residents of North Carolina to decide where their tax dollars towards education will

by Natalie Gore, social media editor May 25, 2018

Apple’s Prosperous Wireless Earbuds

In September 2016, Apple released their version of Bluetooth wireless headphones called “Airpods”. Since their initial launch, Airpods have gained vast popularity, especially amongst high school and college students. If

by Regan Harsa, editor in chief 2017-18 May 24, 2018

The power of Buzzfeed quizzes

Okay, let’s get one thing straight: Buzzfeed quizzes are addicting. But why? The quizzes are pointless, yet we can become addicted and enter a long cycle of taking quiz after

by Lucy Leen, editor in chief May 22, 2018

Benjamin Daniels Stepping Down as Head Coach

On Saturday, May 12, Coach Benjamin Daniels announced his resignation as varsity women’s basketball head coach at Leesville. Daniels will also be leaving his teaching position at Leesville and taking

by Kaitlyn Stocum, senior editor May 21, 2018

So which one is it, Leesville?

Another year, another controversial internet debate, but unlike the black-blue or white-gold dress, this debate concerns not an item but an audio recording. Posted by Cloe Feldman, more commonly known

by Kaitlyn Stocum, senior editor May 18, 2018

My Ongoing Experience with Y-Guides of the Triangle

When I joined Y-Guides and Y-Princesses in 2007 with my dad, I had no idea what I was truly getting into. Thanks to the program, I meet my best friend

by McKenna Daley, print senior editor May 18, 2018

Leslie Lamberth: The journey of a teacher

Mrs. Lamberth’s passion for teaching helps her be the best teacher she can be. Lamberth has taught for 11 years, including 5 at Leesville. While most students think of her

by Kamryn Owens, staff writer 2018 May 18, 2018

“My favorite part of prom was….”

My Favorite Part of prom was… by Kamryn Owens on Exposure

by Kyla Stone-Houze, staff writer 2017-18 May 15, 2018

First Time: Acrylic Nails

Since freshman year, I’ve seen a certain number of girls wearing acrylic nails ranging in shape, length, and design. I didn’t get any until junior year — reason? I had

by Kamryn Owens, staff writer 2018 May 14, 2018

Why upperclassmen should continue to go off campus

High school comes with a lot of responsibilities. Not only being responsible for academic priorities, but with social and extracurricular as well. The off campus pass cost ten dollars from

by Kamryn Owens, staff writer 2018 May 9, 2018

Trouble sleeping? Try a podcast!

From sleeping pills, aromatherapy, music, there are many tactics that help one fall asleep. But why hasn’t anyone said anything about a podcast made to help people sleep? Drew Ackerman

by Jacob Polansky, senior editor May 9, 2018

Girls Track Brings Home Conference Championship

On Saturday, April 28, Leesville Road High spring track and field took on the Cap 7 conference championships. Southeast Raleigh High hosted this event and the stakes were higher than

by Natalie Gore, social media editor May 8, 2018

Sushi in Raleigh

Being a native of San Diego, California, sushi runs in my blood. I ate my first salmon roll when I was two and I’ve been in absolute love with the

by Natalie Gore, social media editor May 8, 2018

beerbongs & bentleys Review

On Friday, April 27, Austin “Post” Malone released his sophomore album, titled beerbongs & bentleys. Originally expected to drop in December 2017, the rapper has finally released his new track.

by Ray Youman, staff writer 2016-2018 May 7, 2018

Professional Sports and Their Impact on Us

It’s the final three seconds of Game 5 in the Cavaliers vs. Pacers matchup. The game is tied 95-95. LeBron James receives the pass from the inbound, and immediately drives

by Jacob Polansky, senior editor May 7, 2018

Avengers Infinity War Review

The following review contains potential spoilers for Avengers: Infinity War. Marvel’s Avengers: Infinity War is the climactic culmination that encompasses 19 feature length films, ten years of worldbuilding (beginning with

by Mariana Herrera, senior editor May 4, 2018

Harry Potter nerds everywhere rejoice with the release of new app.

Despite having released its last book over ten years ago, the Harry Potter franchise is still going strong. You can’t escape Harry Potter anywhere — the franchise has its own

by Erin Darnell, senior editor May 4, 2018

Memes Emerge in Leesville Precalculus Class

Recently, in Deborah McNally’s Precalculus class, an anonymous ‘meme-er’ has been posting math-related memes in the classroom. Memes, as defined by Merriam-Webster Dictionary, are “an amusing or interesting item (such

by Isabel Daumen, senior editor 2018-19 May 4, 2018

Why Wake Walks

Walkouts. Marches. Rallies. Fundraisers. Petitions. Protests. The student-led Why Wake Walks movement has spent countless hours organizing various events and activities to fight for common sense gun reform. Why Wake

by Kamryn Owens, staff writer 2018 May 4, 2018

Top 10 funniest scholarships

Are you worried about how you will get into college with barely any scholarships or where the money will even come from? You’ve come to the right place! In this

by Regan Harsa, editor in chief 2017-18 May 2, 2018

Teenage drug use

After the allegations about Leesville’s student drug use, the Mycenaean felt obligated to explore the truth about teenage drug use. Yes, drugs are a problem for the youth of America,

by Natalie Gore, social media editor May 2, 2018

Where did all the real pencils go?

In every school across the country, standard lead #2 pencils have been around for years. Recently, mechanical pencils have become a major trend — especially among high schoolers. “It seems

by Regan Harsa, editor in chief 2017-18 May 2, 2018

ATTENTION ALL SHOPOHOLICS

First things first, I am a shopoholic. I’ve been known to spend a crap ton of money on pointless items that I view as necessities– more specifically a way over

by Ben Zahavi, junior editor 2016-17 May 2, 2018

Pride prove winning ability with win over Clayton

On Friday, April 27, Leesville’s women’s soccer team (16-1-1) played at Hamilton Stadium hoping to continue the momentum made by beating Broughton wednesday and winning the Cap 7 title. After

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 May 2, 2018

“The Death of Stalin:” An Effective and Hilarious Satire

I’ve always enjoyed dark comedy, and I always will. While I didn’t appreciate it after my initial viewing, I’ve come to enjoy Armando Iannucci’s new film The Death of Stalin.

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