Author: Bridgette Slock, staff writer
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How did High Schoolers Dress Up for Halloween in 2026?
Reis Martin, sophomore, said, “I think I’m just gonna wear random clothes. I can’t think of any costume with stuff I already have. Maybe I’ll just wear my normal clothes with a scary mask.”…
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How Leesville Students Celebrate the New Fall Season
Fall at Leesville is by far one of the best times of the school year. Fall days bring football games, new pumpkin and fall flavors, and finally a much needed break from the summer…
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What Makes some Movie Characters so Relatable to Teens?
Watching a movie can bring strong emotions, whether it is sobbing during a sad moment or smiling at a joyful scene. Understanding why people connect so deeply with movie characters reveals the shared humanity…
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Is the Death Penalty in 2026 Worth the Trauma?
The death penalty is one of the most polarizing issues in the United States today. There’s currently 11 more executions scheduled for 2026 and 38 scheduled for the next 4 years. In North Carolina,…
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What did Leesville Staff do Before Teaching Here?
Before teaching at Leesville, many of our teachers worked completely different jobs. Teachers who we often overlook worked surprisingly interesting jobs before they came to Leesville. Ms. Ford, sports medicine teacher, said, “Before I…
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Leesville Students’ Views on New Flip Flop Trend
At Leesville, the flip flop trend is popping off. Lots of students have their own take on the trend. During transitions, you can hear students loudly use their flip flops all down the hall.…
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Leesville Students’ Clothing Style for the New School Year
This school year, everyone is wearing their best outfits. However, students at leesville all have their own point of view on what’s stylish. When asked, the majority of people said that everyone dresses the…
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Practice With the Varsity Boys Soccer
Boys soccer is in the midst of their season. With two games a week, practices are crucial. Marcus Cooke, junior, said over the phone, “Practice has been going well. It has been very organized…
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Cross Country Team Prepares for New Season
Fall sports are kicking off at Leesville, and the men and women’s cross country team are setting goals for the upcoming meets. For many new members of the team, this season they will race…