Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11, Author at The Mycenaean

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 May 31, 2011

Leesville-For-Lifers set to graduate

There is a secret club expertly hidden within the walls of Leesville Road High School. Started in 2006, this club is extremely exclusive, and its members are few and far

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 May 31, 2011

Senioritis: A bittersweet farewell

It is with a (somewhat) heavy heart that I write my final Senioritis column. We seniors have less than two weeks of school left. We have made countdowns, set phone

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 May 27, 2011

Soccer girls prepare for states

Friday, May 27 marks the end of a nearly perfect season for the ladies of Varsity Pride soccer. They have endured months of regular-season games and practices, five playoff games,

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 May 24, 2011

Fiasco’s hosts art show for Honors Art IV students

On Monday, May 23, Jose Espinal’s Honors Art IV class presented their favorite works at the new restaurant Fiasco’s in Brierdale Shopping Center. This showcase, which is the first of

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 May 17, 2011

Kilcup petitions for changes to graduation dress code

When Nora Kilcup, senior, received her Senior Bulletin, a booklet for seniors detailing all the rules, regulations and important dates pertaining to graduation, she noticed something unsettling. The dress code

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 April 13, 2011

Prom 2011 a lacking experience

Leesville’s 2011 Prom was predicted to be a magical night full of beautiful dresses and marbles galore. However, there were key features that prevented the dance from reaching its ultimate

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 March 31, 2011

ITS members compete in State Festival

Members of Leesville Road’s International Thespian Society recently attended the North Carolina Thespian Festival at UNC School of the Arts on March 25 and 26. The festival, which hosted technical

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 March 29, 2011

Our America with Lisa Ling an eye-opener

Our America with Lisa Ling on the Oprah Winfrey Network is an MTV True Life-esque exposé on various issues hidden in American society. Sometimes shocking and always enlightening, host Lisa

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 March 24, 2011

Senioritis: month seven

I’ve come to a startling realization, folks; an epiphany, if you will. A school year is nine months long. Nine months is also the duration of a normal pregnancy. Ergo,

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 March 18, 2011

Easter Seals to hold charity walk on Centennial Campus

The Easter Seals, a group that aids and advocates for those with autism and other mental and physical disabilities, as well as their families, will hold a charity walk in

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 March 15, 2011

Jake Joyner: Leesville’s Tarantino

Jake Joyner, senior, is most widely known for his tackles on the Leesville Road football team’s D-line. What many people do not know about him, however, is his passion for

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 February 28, 2011

A skeptic turns to yoga

Senior year is a stressful time. Full of deadlines, applications and apathy, seniors need an outlet to channel their anxieties and find their calm. So, I decided to try the

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 February 23, 2011

Senioritis: month six

Having contracted the Bubonic Plague (or possibly a cold; it’s too soon to tell), I have been quarantined in my house for quite some time now. I have spent a

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 February 8, 2011

Leesville’s soccer stars sign letters of intent

Wednesday, February 2 marked the class of 2011 National Signing Day for student athletes. Among them, three of Leesville’s star athletes from the women’s soccer team signed an Official Letter

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 February 7, 2011

Senioritis: month five

I am halfway through my fourth and final year of high school. Haaaaaaaaaaaaallelujah! Haaaaaaaaaaaaaallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Halleeeeeeeeeeeeeelujah! In celebration of this achievement, I’m going to do things a bit differently

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 January 27, 2011

No Strings Attached a funny, forgettable chickflick

No Strings Attached, starring Ashton Kutcher and Natalie Portman, is a light, cutesy comedy about the pitfalls of being friends with benefits. Full of “romcom” cliches and little that was

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 December 20, 2010

Leesville’s triple threat aspires for Broadway

Logan Williamson, senior, is quite the drama queen. In fact, she hopes to get paid to be one someday. Williamson is one of many Leesville students planning to graduate early

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 December 16, 2010

Senioritis: month four

I was sitting in third period, Spanish, when it happened. I tried to hold it in; I fought it for as long as I could, but it just bubbled inside

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 December 2, 2010

Missed Black Friday? More savings to come, experts say

CNN reported Nov. 29 on the fallacies associated with Cyber Monday, the online shopping phenomenon that occurs the Monday after Thanksgiving. It is commonly known as THE day to shop

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 November 30, 2010

Leesville’s Mainstage performs Alice in Wonderland

Leesville’s Honors theater class, Mainstage Theatrics, performed the classic children’s story, Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, on stage Tuesday, Nov. 23 in the Leesville Auditorium. Erika Martin, senior, starred as Alice.

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 November 16, 2010

Senioritis: month three

Upon completing the last of my college applications (which really don’t matter after getting the one acceptance letter I care about), not much has caught my attention regarding the real

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 November 3, 2010

What every (future) senior needs to know, but doesn’t

1. When writing your application essays, do them all on ONE computer I have spent many hours of my life this year having panic attacks because I thought I had

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 October 27, 2010

Pumpkin patches create, bring back memories

October marks the beginning of a very exciting time of the year: pumpkin hunting. Pumpkin patches spring up seemingly overnight around Raleigh, displaying round, orange vegetables and various gourds on

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 October 18, 2010

Senioritis: month two

Mrs. Kay Floyd did her first-period AP English 12 class a disservice on October 7, 2010 as she approached her stereo to play a recording of Shakespeare’s Macbeth: “I know

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 October 11, 2010

New speed bumps infuriate student drivers

Over the summer, the Leesville administration installed two new speed bumps in the road leading to the student parking lot. Upon realizing that the original three bumps did literally nothing

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 October 8, 2010

Ebonics be wack, yo

The News & Observer recently reported on a linguistic debate growing in the Drug Enforcement Administration. Officials are having more and more trouble incriminating drug dealers and users because of

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 September 24, 2010

How 283 Great Colleges saved my life

Barnes & Noble’s SparkNotes, as everyone knows, is the official religion of American high schoolers. Aiding in the understanding of literature greats such as Shakespeare and Dickens, the geniuses at

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 September 16, 2010

Senioritis: month one

I have waited twelve miserable years to finally claim my fame to Seniordom. Feeling self-righteous, throwing freshmen in trashcans, parking in the senior lot, the whole shebang. Possibly the most

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 September 10, 2010

Sasha Karelov a passionate volleyball player

Sasha Karelov, sophomore, is all volleyball all the time. She calls the sport her “gateway, a destressor” from school and life. “I never get sick of it; it’s all I

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 September 2, 2010

Seniors have chance to win 2011 Chevy Cruze

Leesville is one of two lucky high schools that is holding a new competition to encourage seniors to attend school more frequently. Called “Drive for Perfection,” the contest awards a

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 June 2, 2010

Senior gift to be installed this summer

Will Woodhouse, senior class president, recently announced the Class of 2010’s senior gift to the school. Woodhouse said that a new sidewalk and two wooden benches will be installed this

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 June 1, 2010

Sex and the City 2 disappointing

Sex and the City 2, starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristen Davis and Cynthia Nixon premiered to millions Thursday, May 27, promising glamour, couture, and all-around fabulousness. The movie,

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 May 28, 2010

Class of X leaves their mark

Leesville’s bright young graduates left their mark on the school that will be remembered in embarrassment for years to come. Way to go out with a bang, X. The red

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 May 14, 2010

Obvious studies plague academia

Fellow Americans, have no fear: your tax dollars are being put to good use. Scientists nationwide are conducting insightful, eye-opening studies preparing us for the future, enabling us with information

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 April 21, 2010

The history of 420 revealed

There are many myths about the mysterious happenings of April 20. Better known as “four-twenty,” it is a day celebrating the cannabis plant and the marijuana-smoking lifestyle. Many believe the

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 April 13, 2010

A cheap girl’s guide to prom prep

Prom evokes many emotions: excitement, nervousness, joy, etc. Your wallet does not feel the same way. Preparation for The Big Night takes time, effort, patience and, above all, money. Females

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 April 7, 2010

Synthetic marijuana’s popularity grows

Many teens have recently discovered a legal alternative to marijuana. Synthetic marijuana, also called K2, gives users a high similar to marijuana. Ironically, many researchers have concluded that this legal

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 March 26, 2010

Grossi receives arts scholarship

On March 10, 2010, April Grossi was one of five WCPSS seniors to receive an Artists of Tomorrow scholarship, made available by the City of Raleigh Arts Commission. After passing

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 March 18, 2010

The “Duh” heard ’round the world

The Daily Collegian reported a study that revealed college females who rush sororities have lower self-esteem and worse body image than those who do not. The public’s response: No $%&#,

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 March 17, 2010

New $100-bill to be released

April 21 will be the big reveal for the United States’ new $100-bill, featuring a different portrait of Benjamin Franklin on the front. Mr. Franklin’s release party will be in

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 March 11, 2010

Wake County’s dropout rate decreasing

Wake County reported a 3.47 percent dropout rate for the 2008-2009 school year, down from 4.17 percent of high school dropouts the previous year. This is the county’s lowest rate

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 February 22, 2010

Facebook, School and the First Amendment

Debate over the right to use Facebook and its contents against an employee, student or the like has existed since the birth of internet profiles and blogging. What we post

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 February 16, 2010

Valentine’s Day Forgettable

Name an actor, any actor, and he or she is probably in the new rom-com Valentine’s Day. A-list stars such as Julia Roberts, Bradley Cooper, Jessica Alba and Biel star

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 January 20, 2010

Rescue comes to Haiti

The southern part of Haiti experienced a 7.0-level earthquake on Tuesday, Jan 12. President Barack Obama has already promised an “all-out rescue” to the victims in the poor Central American

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 January 12, 2010

Cultural Media Literacy available next school year

Leesville plans to offer a new English class next school year for all grades called Cultural Media Literacy. Robert Phillips, an English 11 teacher at LRHS with a graduate’s degree

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 January 7, 2010

Moss Plays in Shrine Bowl

Carson Moss, one of Leesville’s offensive linemen, received the honor of playing in the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas on Saturday, Dec 19. He is the only student-athlete from Raleigh

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 December 17, 2009

Public Schools Attempting Gender Separation

Public schools nationwide are trying out a new system of organization in the classroom: gender separation. After noticing a trend of female students consistently scoring higher on reading tests than

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 November 23, 2009

Dance ensemble flies south for the winter

Leesville’s Dance Ensemble made arrangements to perform at the 2010 Orange Bowl’s Halftime Show on January 5. The dancers were invited to perform in the show in May of last

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 November 16, 2009

Pride Football Players Discuss Time Committments

From July to December, Leesville’s football team is dedicated to running, conditioning and practicing several hours a day, five days a week. Even when the season is over, the team

by Alex Stewart, Online Editor 2010-11 November 16, 2009

LRHS’s Dracula Exceeds Expectations

Leesville’s fall production of Dracula, performed November 5-7, exceeded every expectation its audience had. Usually ranked second in quality to the school’s spring musical each year, the fall play left

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