Andrew Wendt, staff writer, Author at The Mycenaean

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer January 23, 2013

Ward leaving before second semester

Some changes in administration will be occurring in the near future at Leesville Road High School. Mr. George Ward III is leaving his position as Assistant Principal on January 23.

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer January 11, 2013

DECA club competes at Raleigh Convention Center

On December 12, members of Leesville’s Deca club took a field trip to the Raleigh Convention Center to perform at a Deca competition. A number of Leesville student received awards

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer December 17, 2012

A source of safe support

Another teen pregnancy support group at Leesville was created to help out pregnant students in need. The group was initially created last year by Mrs. Lyons and Mrs. Tucker. The

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer December 17, 2012

Car Club invites fire fighters to Leesville

The December 6 Car Club meeting at Leesville Road High School featured a fire truck from the Raleigh Fire Department. Three firefighters accompanied the truck and gave insight into both

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer December 6, 2012

Jason’s Deli looks to Leesville artists for mural

Leesville’s art depatment has taken on a new challenge. Jason’s Deli in Briar Creek has asked Leesville students to paint a mural on the side of their building that represents

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer October 29, 2012

Leesville challenges bullying this month

Have you ever seen a student being bullied? Did you stop and stare? Chances are, you have. It’s safe to say that most students at Leesville Road High School either

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer October 3, 2012

JV football looks forward to the rest of the season

“The goal we established at the beginning of the season was to develop players and move kids up to varsity,” said Dave Pyper, coach. The team has suffered from illnesses

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer October 1, 2012

Twitter helps athletes communicate

Twitter has spread like the black plague through the media in general, but it has made a considerable impact in the area of sports. There are many advantages to athletes

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer September 24, 2012

Michaud does a good turn daily

Peter Michaud, senior, has achieved what many consider to be the Ph.D. of boyhood. Michaud is your average Leesville student who enjoys spending time with friends and doing his homework,

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer September 11, 2012

Bake team puts Grill team on the fryer

Leesville students have a huge decision to make as the football season kicks off. Students can either pregame with Grill Team at Springdale pool or Bake Team at Dominion Park

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer June 5, 2012

Gentry touches down in the NFL

While many of Leesville’s athletes dream of playing sports professionally, few actually achieve their aspirations and turn their dreams into a reality. Taylor Gentry, Leesville graduate in 2008, defied all

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer June 5, 2012

Class of 2013 taking over Senior Wall

As the class of 2012 vacates the Leesville campus, the class of 2013 is expected to fill its place very quickly. One of the ways that they will do this

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer May 29, 2012

Leesville starts the graduation process

On Friday May 25, Leesville students and faculty will gather in the gym to celebrate the achievements of Leesville seniors and reminisce about the memories they have had together. Everyone

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer May 25, 2012

Mighty RA’s save the day!

Resident assistants in college hold many responsibilities and are a crucial part of dorm life. They are the glue that holds the dorm floor together. According to Pierre Lourens, a

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer May 16, 2012

Junior Marshalls: the best of the best

As graduation approaches, the need for students to help prepare for graduation arises. Junior Marshals are selected to fill this role and provide extra help to the faculty around the

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer May 4, 2012

Leesville falls in love with Kiss Me, Kate!

On April 18 through April 21 Leesville’s theater department performed the musical Kiss Me, Kate. The performance wowed Leesville students, parents and faculty alike. The show started out a little

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer February 23, 2012

McDonalds: is it fast food or fat food?

Leesville High School students flock to McDonald’s around lunch time. No matter which lunch it is, you can be sure to find at least one Leesville student indulging in the

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer February 23, 2012

LRHS lax: only the beginning

Leesville High School held varsity lacrosse tryouts on Feb. 13 in Coach Fullbright’s room. This is the first year that Leesville has a varsity lacrosse team, but it is the

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer February 23, 2012

Blood drive to take place March 7

Leesville will hold the second blood drive of the 2011-2012 school year on Wednesday, March 7. Blood drive coordinators predict it will be the largest drive in school history. Mr.

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer December 4, 2011

Leesville’s dance team steps up to the competition

Room 115 was filled with spirit and soul on December 1, 2011, as Leesville’s step team and dance team known as Black Centricity, held tryouts in preparation for the Winterfest

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer November 15, 2011

Leesville’s first responders respond first

By far, the biggest unsung heroes of Leesville are the first responders. First responders are not glorified or put on a pedestal, they are simply recognized by a red cross

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer November 14, 2011

Up All Night funny but not groundbreaking

Christina Applegate and Will Arnett star in NBC’s new comedy, Up All Night, which aired September 3. The show centers Chris, played by Arnett, and Reagan, played by Applegate. The

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer November 14, 2011

Leesville remembers veterans

On Friday, November 11, 2011, students and faculty at Leesville took a day off to pause and remember veterans who laid down their lives for the sake of their country.

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer November 14, 2011

Leesville Pranksters are on the Prowl

With ninja like stealth and lightning fast hand movements, many Leesville students are attempting a new fad: turtling. Turtling is a practical joke that is sure to occupy the long,

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer November 10, 2011

Wow! 7 billion Earthlings exist

On Monday, October 1, 2011, the seventh billion person was welcomed into the world. This significant occurrence for mankind is a blessing and a curse at the same time. Jamie

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer November 3, 2011

Track and Field tries to catch its breath

On October 17, 2011, athletes met in the auditorium to kick off the 2011-2012 track and field season at Leesville. The meeting was open to all students and parents interested

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer October 14, 2011

Students give blood, save lives

Students and faculty of Leesville made their way to the Auxiliary Gym to donate blood to the Red Cross on Oct. 6. For most people, preparation involved drinking water and

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer October 11, 2011

Class of ’11 disappoints

On Monday September 19, 2011, students drove into the parking lot to find a wooden sign from the Class of 2011 that read, “Welcome to Leesville Road High School.” Underneath

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer October 4, 2011

Drivers terrorize Leesville

The 2011-2012 school year appears to be the year of reckless drivers at Leesville. The student parking lot has become a “frightening place,” according to Alan Koruth, junior. Koruth was

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer September 15, 2011

Political club encourages students to debate respectfully

On September 6, 2011, Leesville’s political club held their first meeting to discuss plans for the year and organize upcoming events. Throughout the 2011-2012 school year, Leesville’s political club looks

by Andrew Wendt, staff writer September 8, 2011

Mr. Ward makes debut as assistant principal

On August, 25, 2011, Mr. George Ward III started his term as an Assistant Principal at Leesville Road High School. Ward speaks very highly of Leesville’s academics. He said he

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