Leesville Road High School's Newspaper
On April 9, 2021, Earl Simmons, better known by his stage name, DMX, passed away after days of fighting to stay alive. Following a heart attack, DMX’s family reported that
After graduating, most people never have to go through their high school routines again, but not Hannah Snell. One of the teachers new to Leesville this year is walking back
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Winter is over! Spring is here and warmer weather brings out the beautiful colored flowers and plants all across North Carolina. As spring rolls into 2021, Gertie’s Flowers sets up
Throughout 28 games played so far in the 2021 season, the Carolina Hurricanes are dominant throughout the Central division and National Hockey League. With young talented players and a strong
Jaclyn Fitzmaurice and her dog pose for a selfie with smiles. In her first year at Leesville Road High School, Fitzmaurice gives the story of her life from childhood to
A film of love and hate, Emanuel expresses the unfolding events of the horrific church shooting in Charleston in 2015. With first hand perspectives of the events, those involved tell
Sarah Cade and her family stand with smiles for a photo. In her eighth year of teaching, Cade gives insight into her life teaching and coaching at Leesville Road High
EA officially announced Tuesday afternoon that NCAA Football is soon to return back to the gaming world after seven long years. Players and fans are excited for the game’s next
In the years of education and school, virtual learning exceeds the qualities of the standard classroom. Students are now more efficient, responsible, and engaged than ever before. (Photo courtesy of
As the soft piano melody of the C418 track begins to play, a flashback of childhood memories comes back. Minecraft brings a rush of nostalgia for those who once played
Tik Tok is a beneficial and good use of time throughout the day. The worldwide social media app provides influential information and entertainment for all ages. (Photo courtesy of Chase
Pandemic during Christmas? LRHS students give their own opinions on the changes this holiday season. (Photo courtesy of Chase Dutton) With the holidays and Christmas rounding the corner, the Leesville
With all the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the LRHS honors theatre class prepares a new way to bring this year’s play to you at home.Through social distanced rehearsals and
Asynchronous days are incorporated into the school schedule to provide students and teachers with a break from the stress and workload of online class. As freshmen students begin their high
The LRHS PTSA introduced a new virtual fundraising event in the form of purchasing givebacks or items of their choice on this website. The money raised will go to the
Seniors applying for college are offered a special two week extension for certain colleges. However, is the extension truly beneficial to students? (Photo used by permission of pixy.org) The College
With the wild effects and stress Covid-19 has caused, the North Carolina Art Museum offers 164 acres of outdoor park for people to escape to. Scenic walking trails and characterized
With all the effects and issues the Covid-19 pandemic has caused this school year, the LRHS yearbook staff continues to find new ways of collaborating and collecting information. Publishing the
The Leesville community of Westgate holds food truck gathering events at the neighborhood’s clubhouse. These events allow residents in the area to come and socialize with each other while continuing
Student volunteers stand outside of a fully packed car with food boxes ready to be distributed to the families and students of the trailer homes. Scioli’s efforts, alongside the coordination
Born a Crime, by Trevor Noah is a compelling and well written autobiographical comedy book that gives the reader an insight on life during Apartheid South Africa. The rustic, detailed
Leesville’s clubs are now meeting virtually. The Creative Journaling Club meets for the first time this semester through Google Meet as club members take part in their activity. (Photo permission
The books and novels are stacked all over the Leesville Road High School media center waiting to be checked out. Students can request books online and receive the books through
Comfortable and ready to jump on a google meet, Chase Dutton kicks back in his chair, prepared for Leesville’s online classroom. With the Covid-19 sweeping through the country, WCPSS retreats
Due to COVID-19, the world has receded into temporary lockdown, forcing businesses, schools, and universities to close. In these times of uncertainty and panic, universities search for ways to continue
What interests and benefits does the Science Olympiad club have to offer? How do students improve their academic and communication skills? The LRHS Science Olympiad team holds various benefits to
Fitting in and feeling important is a large portion of an average teenager’s conscience. When it comes to modern fashion, teens can be influenced into certain clothing brands through means
After months of preparation, the LRHS Science Olympiad team visited Southeast Raleigh High School to compete in the Science Olympiad competition. Representatives from the Science Olympiad team displayed several crafted
Leesville Road High School’s varsity cheerleading team are grand champions after winning the annual Wake County cheer and stunt competition. The varsity team competed against 30 other high schools in
The Warmth for Wake program is a seasonal charity that donates firewood and space heaters to low-income residents of Wake County during fall and winter. The goal of the program
Airpods Pro took retail stores by storm reaching $6.5 billion in revenue within the first two weeks of its release. With a redesigned case and earbuds, the Airpods Pro is
Bridge II Sports (B2S) is a non-profit organization that allows people with a disability to participate in numerous sports. The organization attracts the attention of people with disabilities that prevents
The sport of football brings a variety of possible injuries to the players. Due to the constant physical contact of the head, athletes are held at a higher risk of
Students who participate in extracurricular activities are subjected to behavioral and academic differences. For some students, multiple activities may cause a positive or negative influence on their ability to focus
School tours are an opportunity to experience the school campus and get a taste of what the school has to offer. As the Leesville Road High School counseling staff begins
Every year, millions of people across the globe need blood. Whether to cure disease or escape death, blood is donated to ensure the health of others worldwide. Blood centers around
Chemistry is seen to be one of the hardest classes a student can take at Leesville Road High school. The course is more focused toward sophomores rather than upperclassmen or
Former Texas Longhorn football coach, Mack Brown, agreed to return to coaching college football at the University of Chapel Hill for the 2019-2020 season. Having been absent from coaching college
The mission of the Leesville Family Career & Community Leaders of America club (FCCLA) is to create service projects to provide aid to those who are in need. Whether it
Under the control of the president, the armed forces of the United States is directed and managed by the commander-in-chief. All military branches of the United States remain under authority
