Author: Cameron Broer, staff writer
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Concerts Coming to Raleigh, Summer of 2025
Concerts are a popular event for all age groups, especially teenagers and young adults. Many high school students find value in experiencing live music through the atmosphere, energy, and livelihood of the venue. Although…
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LRHS underclassmen are registering for 2025-26 school year
Throughout the spring semester, rising freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors must complete their course registration for the upcoming school year. In February, teachers enter recommended classes into PowerSchools based on students’ performance in specific…
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ACT comes to Leesville on March 13
In North Carolina, juniors must take the ACT (American College Test). This standardized test measures mathematics, reading, and writing skills and is used for college admissions. The test has 4 parts: English (grammar), reading,…
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Styles for prom 2025 and where to shop
As prom season approaches, staying in tune with current trends and finding the perfect dress is essential. This year, a range of styles are trending, offering a style to everyone whether it be bold…
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Singing Valentines at Leesville High
Every year, Leesville chorus students lead a fundraiser by offering students the opportunity to purchase a song for a peer. This endearing gift could be for a girlfriend, boyfriend, teacher, friend, or colleague. Chorus…
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Leesville High Disagrees with GroundHog’s Day prediction
The Groundhog Day tradition dates back to 1887 with German origins and is celebrated on February 2 in the US and Canada. According to folklore, if the groundhog sees its shadow due to clear…
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Leesville Seniors can now vote for superlativ winners
Senior superlatives are a long-lasting tradition throughout high schools in America, including Leesville Road. Senior superlatives highlight students throughout the school who are renowned for a specific attribute or characteristic. These aspects led to…
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LRHS students have their final exam next Week
Wake County Public Schools hold high school exams between the first and second semesters after winter break. At Leesville, exam situations vary between classes. In some courses, projects may replace the traditional “test-style” exam,…
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2024 for hard to buy teens: A Holiday Gift Guide
As the holiday season approaches, students must brainstorm gift ideas for themselves and others. Some students may make a detailed slideshow with photos, links, and prices, but others might enjoy surprises from their loved…
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Leesville’s Mycenaean publishes its first print issue
The Mycenaean releases three print editions a year: winter, spring, and senior. As winter break approaches, so does the Mycenaean print distribution date. Distribution of winter print will be on December 13 during second…
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There is still time to purchase a 2024 Leesville Yearbook
What better way to remember high school years than through a yearbook? Well, good news — Menagerie, the LRHS yearbook, is currently available for purchase by all students. At LRHS, the yearbook is a…
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Reality of Money event at leesville
On Thursday, December 5, Leesville Economics and Personal Finance classes partook in an event called “The Reality of Money.” During each class period, the State Employees Credit Union held the event in the Leesville…
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Ap tests are required again this year at LRHS
The AP (Advanced Placement) program, managed by the College Board, provides high school students with the chance to take college-level courses and exams. AP exams are typically held in May, based on each student’s…
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LRHS Seniors see November 1 deadline fast approaching
As November 1, the deadline for most early application colleges, approaches, many Leesville seniors find themselves stressing over their various applications. A common question under colleges in Common App is “preferred admission plan,” and…
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ap lit students analyze macbeth by creating an original video
Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature and Composition senior students at Leesville have recently been collaborating to act out a scene from The Tragedy of Macbeth. Students were given creative opportunities to change the dialogue,…
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Leesville Rho Kappa Chapter has first meeting
Leesville Rho Kappa is the National Social Studies Honor Society for juniors and seniors to recognize their academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to social studies. The club met for the first time in the 2024-2025…
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Leesville Econ Class Shark Tank Project teaches like skills
To graduate in North Carolina, seniors must take Economics and Personal Finance. Every student currently enrolled in the class is participating in a “Shark Tank Project” for their unit 2 major. This product is…
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Leesville crowns new Homecoming King and Queen
Every year, a senior male and female are crowned as Homecoming Queen and Homecoming King at the homecoming football game. Before homecoming week, students are nominated to the Homecoming Court by peers, progressing them…
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Leesville’s Powderpuff game is Oct 1 under the lights
Powderpuff is an ongoing tradition at Leesville High School and will occur today, Tuesday, October 1 from 5 pm-7 pm. Powderpuff is an opportunity for females to participate in a friendly flag football competition…
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Leesville New Club Applications
Clubs at Leesville play a vital role by fostering community, enhancing leadership skills, and providing opportunities for personal growth and collaboration beyond the classroom. The Leesville staff and administration are dedicated to supporting…
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Leesville National English Honor Society 24-25 Application
The National English Honor Society (NEHS) is a club at Leesville High School that promotes the scholarship of students in literature, language, and writing. “The National English Honor Society’s purpose is to get students…
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Leesville add New Advisory Period
With the start of the new 2024-2025 Leesville school year, the school has implemented a new class period called advisory. Every Leesville student has an assigned homeroom/advisory period according to their grade level. A…
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2025 leesville Senior Shirts
Seniors are encouraged to use their creativity to design a class of 2025 t-shirt. The design submission is due September 9. (Photo credit of senior class council.) Senior class council and the advisors–Mrs. Yost…
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All things Leesville Senior Information
As the school year comes to a close, the graduating class of 2024 begins preparations for the upcoming graduation season. Leesville seniors have access to the ¨2024 Grad Bulletin¨ which holds all important information…
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Inaugural LRHS senior kickball game
On Friday, May 17, the graduating class of 2024 came together to play a friendly tournament of kickball. There were four senior teams — Pinky Winky, Any Means Possible, Meet the Grams, and Bhad…
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Sheldon Bleiweiss explains harsh reality the Holocaust had on his family
On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Leesville invited the son of a Holocaust survivor to speak. Tenth-grade English classes, which are studying WWII and Night, were invited along with a variety of social studies classes.…
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LRHS Kickball tournament for seniors is on May 17. Deadline to register soon.
A senior kickball game will be held for the class of 2024 on Friday, May 17, 2024. The game will be held at the Leesville softball field at 2:45 pm. The annual powder puff…
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NHS at Leesville is open for applications
The National Honor Society (NHS) is a national organization in American high schools, which is a prestigious accomplishment for students. NHS recognizes students´ excellence in scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Leesville students can now…
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Career & College Promise
As high school students think about their future college plans, many decide to take college courses during high school. The College and Career Promise, through Wake Tech Community College, is a common pathway taken…
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WCPSS Welcomes ChatGPT
What is ChatGPT? Society has used artificial intelligence (AI) for years, but with the more recent creation of generative AI, the topic has made headlines again. GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) is a type of…
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Stanley Cups
In past years, brands such as Yeti and Hydroflask have dominated the insulated water bottle market but recently, the Stanley cup has overtaken the industry. The popular Stanley brand has been around since 1913…
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Leesville Turkey Trot
The 2023 Leesville Turkey Trot was a huge success in the Leesville community. The Turkey Trot is an organized tradition that raises money for the Richard Murphy Scholarship. This year, the fundraiser raised over…
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Leesville Turkey Trot: A Thanksgiving tradition
Since 2020, the Leesville Community has been dedicated to supporting the Murphy Scholarship funds through the annual Turkey Trot. In honor of the first principal, Richard J. Murphy, Leesville created the Murphy Scholarship in…
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Gilmore Girls has a fall vibe
Gilmore Girls is a popular show watched by teenagers, specifically girls, including Leesville students who enjoy the entertainment through the characters and storyline. The show focuses on, Lorelai Gilmore, the mom, and, Rory Gilmore,…
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2023 Leesville Homecoming Week
Leesville Homecoming week is October 9-13. The Leesville Executive Council is planning the upcoming homecoming events, surrounding the Candy Land theme. Spirit Week Spirit Week is a main aspect of Leesville homecoming week, allowing…
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Leesville´s Instagram Account
Leesville Road High School made an official instagram account — ¨leesvilleroadhs.¨ The account’s first post is from August 19, 2023 in order to inform followers of senior events. Since then, the account has acknowledged…
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Coach Paul Dinkenor retires
Paul Dinkenor, teacher of 30 years at Leesville Road High School, is officially in his last week of teaching. He has been at the school since 1993, the school’s opening year. Through his 30…
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Cheer Commitments
Brier Griffin and Zoe Fulton, both former varsity cheerleaders, have made their commitments to continue their athletic careers in college. Brier Griffin committed to cheer at North Carolina State University, and Zoe Fulton committed…
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Teacher appreciation week
Teacher appreciation week is a national holiday celebrated as a way to honor teachers across America. This holiday always takes place during the first full week of May. But the official day is Tuesday…
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Taylor Swift Concerts
Taylor Swift is a popular singer songwriter who is currently performing on her Eras Tour. This tour consists of 52 shows which began on March 17, 2023 and will continue until August 9, 2023. …
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Photomath
Photomath is an online app that students can download to their smartphones. Photomath scans a math problem inorder to share a variety of methods and approaches on how to solve the scanned math problem. …
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Fairy Tales
A fairytale is a story with magical and imaginary elements and a happy ending. Fairy tales show the reality of those who keep pushing through adversity are presented with a positive end result. Throughout…
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Rihanna’s Halftime Show Took a Twist
Rihanna took the stage during the LVII Super Bowl halftime show. She was chosen as the halftime artist in September 2022 and made her appearance Sunday, Feb 13. Rihanna used this opportunity as a…
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Women’s Basketball Wins Over Sanderson
On Tuesday, February 7, the women varsity basketball team hosted Sanderson at home. The last time the two teams played, Leesville won 66 to 24. Leesville went into the game with a 5-15 record…
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Paiva Takes Over Leesville Women Soccer Program
As the women soccer season begins Cooper Paiva enters the new head coach position. Coach Dinkenor, the former varsity soccer coach for 27 years, announced his retirement from coaching at the end of the…