Author: Ellie Thompson, editor in chief, 2021-22
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Is smart technology making us less intelligent?
“[The English language] becomes ugly and inaccurate because our thoughts are foolish, but the slovenliness of our language makes it easier for us to have foolish thoughts… if thought corrupts language, language can also…
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3 Books That Play with your Concept of Time
If you haven’t noticed, we are limited by time. As hard as we might try, we cannot change the number of hours in a day, days in a week, weeks in a year, or…
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Black History Month Spirit Week at Leesville
February 1 kicked off Black History Month, and to celebrate, Leesvilleis hosting its first-ever Black History Month Spirit week. Black History Month is a celebration of the history of the black community. Previously, Leesville…
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2021-22 Exam Schedule
Exam week is rapidly approaching. LRHS released the 2021-22 exam schedule recently, and there are a few changes from previous years. Students return from break on January 3 and will have one week of…
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LRHS Orchestra Winter Concert
On December 15, the LRHS Orchestra is hosting its annual winter concert. The event will take place from 7-9 p.m and will include two of Leesville’s orchestras: string and chamber. The much-anticipated concert was…
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Atmospheric Memory Exhibit
By: Olivia Moore UNC Chapel Hill Hosts an Interactive and Immersive Art Exhibit called Atmospheric Memory by Rafael Lozano-Hemmer To Commemorate Love by oliviadmoore Ellie Thompson, editor in chief, 2021-22Hi! My name is Ellie…
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National Bullying Prevention Month at LRHS
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and LRHS counselors are hosting events from October 18-22 to help promote kindness. “We are just trying to spread awareness about what bullying is and some of the…
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Best College Application Tips
It’s that time of year again — college application season! Many high school seniors who plan on attending college are burdened with the task of writing essays, filling out applications, and meeting deadlines. But…
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Homecoming Week Preview
Leesville’s Homecoming Week will be October 12-15 this year, with many exciting events to look forward to. Here’s a quick Homecoming preview: Although there is a teacher workday on the Monday of that week,…
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Spanish Heritage Month Presentations
The Spanish Heritage 1 class, a class for native Spanish speakers at Leesville, kicked off Spanish Heritage month with presentations on important cultural figures. On September 24, about 30 students presented in the media…
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“He’s All That” isn’t Really All That
Netflix released a new teen drama on August 25 titled He’s All That, mirroring the storyline of 1999 film She’s All That. The storyline The plot follows Padgett Sawyer (Addison Rae), a teen social…
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Seniors, You Have Things to Do!
On September 9, LRHS Counselors hosted a virtual meeting giving LRHS class of 2022 some vital information pertaining to graduation and future plans. (Watch the recording here.) You can also see all the slides…
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The Social Studies Department Welcomes Chris Craddock
Chris Craddock, a recent UNC-Charlotte graduate, joined the Leesville staff this year. After a year of virtual school, Leesville is welcoming many new faces into the building. Leesville hired almost fifteen new staff members…
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Executive Council Interest Meeting
On September 2, Executive Council is hosting an interest meeting for new students (freshmen and transfer students) at 2:30 in room 2216. If you’re a new student eager to get involved at Leesville, consider…
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Anti-Rest America
Asynchronous days. They’re one of the most unexpected assets during a crazy COVID year — a blessed reprieve from the chaos of Google Meets and long, masked school days. For those fortunate enough to…
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Reflection of the Women’s Varsity Soccer Season
The varsity women’s soccer team battled COVID restrictions, limited practice time, and missing players, but they came out on top. Finishing the season 6-5-1, the team is proud to have a winning season. “We…
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No More Music: Sports Teams Lose a Valuable Tradition
Yet another Leesville tradition has died: athletes have lost the right to listen to the warm-up music they choose and instead, are only able to play instrumental music. Traditions. No matter how small, they…
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Senior Spotlight: Karsyn Elmore
Since 6th grade, Karsyn Elmore has been a dedicated student at Leesville. Through her involvement in various clubs, Elmore has built relationships with peers and teachers. She is a member of National Honor Society,…
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Senior Spotlight: Will Keever
Will Keever is a key member of the community at Leesville and a versatile athlete, starring as a linebacker on the varsity football team, as well as playing three years on the basketball team.…
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Senior Spotlight: Brooke Dunkley
Brooke Dunkley is an engaged member of the LRHS community, tackling numerous activities, sports, and responsibilities. She strives for success, and she has achieved it in many diverse areas. Dunkley is an all-around athlete,…
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2021 AP Exam Schedule
College Board released the much anticipated AP exam schedule for spring, 2021. A Brief History In the past, the AP exams took place over a two-week period in May, in a format…
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Show your Spirit this Week!
It’s that time of year again Leesville! Spirit Week is back in celebration of our Homecoming game on March 26. Prepare for an exciting week, packed with fun dress-up days, exciting competitions, and a…
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From the Wolfpack to the Pride: Mrs. Duncan
Even in a virtual world, Mrs. Susan Duncan seeks to engage her students. Through Google Meet, she teaches AP and Honors Chemistry. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Nestled in the back corner of Leesville’s…
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Changes in High School: COVID Edition
From before the first bell rings to the rush towards home, high school students face numerous changes. One of the first differences is the COVID-19 screening outside the school building. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie…
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To All the Boys: Always and Forever
With a 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, Always and Forever is a smash success on Netflix. Currently, it sits at number 7 in the world today. (Screenshot Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) “[T]he final chapter in…
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Leesville Community Library Reopens
How can you not love going to the library? The quiet, relaxed atmosphere offers a respite from the busy outside world — this library does just that. (Photo Courtesy of Jen Thompson) After remaining…
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48th Annual March For Life
Catherine Hadro(right) of EWTN helped cover the in-person march this year. Jeanne Mancini, the president of the March for Life, joins her in this photo as they talk about the changes to this year’s…
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Charles Martin: My Top 5 Books
In each of his fourteen fiction books, Charles Martin delivers a unique setting and plot, beautiful imagery, and complex characters. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Charles Martin is a New York Times bestselling…
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Student Opinions on Exams
All exams looked different in this COVID crazy time. Multiple-choice exams were just one example of how teachers could format their end-of-course test, alongside essays and projects. (Photo in Public Domain) Exam week…
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Why give to Christmas Charities?
In addition to presents, trees, holiday parties, and family, donations are a popular part of the Christmas season. It is a time filled with increased giving, yielding a 42% jump in charitable giving during…
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Varsity Volleyball Loses to Sanderson
Leesville’s Varsity volleyball team circles up with Coach Hensler during a timeout. During the timeout, the team strategized how to best continue the set. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) On Tuesday, December 15, the…
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B.R.A.K.E.S. Defensive Driving Class
Sponsored by Kia, B.R.A.K.E.S. is teaching young drivers how to safely handle emergency situations. Students gain so much from this half day course. (Photo Courtesy of David Thompson) B.R.A.K.E.S. — Be responsible and keep…
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“Monster” by Shawn Mendes and Justin Bieber
The two famous Canadian stars join forces to create “Monster.” It is song two of Mendes’s upcoming album, and another new single for Bieber after collaborations with Ariana Grande and others. (Photo Courtesy of…
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The Mental Benefits of Exercise
Whether you use weights, go on a run, do yoga, or go on a walk, exercise benefits both the body and the brain. There are three major benefits of working out for your cognitive…
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The Power of Introverts
On the scale of introversion/extroversion, everyone falls on a different point. Society has trained introverts to think that their natural, contemplative thought process should be abandoned in favor of mimicking extroverts. (Photo Courtesy of…
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Men’s Soccer on the Calendar
As the winter weather rolls in, fall sports have just begun. Men’s soccer joins the ranks of teams preparing for practice. (Photo Courtesy of Public Domain.) Men’s soccer pre-season practice will begin on December…
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Equity Club: Fighting Inequalities
Beckett London shows off Equity Club’s Fall Fest Display. They used lights and glow sticks to fit the theme of “Neon Out.” (Photo Courtesy of Stella Davis) Merriam Webster defines equity as “justice according…
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How has COVID-19 changed Christianity?
As COVID-19 hit the United States, the way churches were able to gather shifted: How did that change the religion itself? Table of Contents: As the Schedule Changed… Attendance and Tithing Soapstone Church Young…
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LRHS CTE Internships
CTE internships are still rolling this semester despite COVID-19, with few changes and eager students. CTE internships are semester-long programs, taken in the place of a class on your schedule, that offer hands-on…
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The Girl with the Louding Voice Review
Courageous, bold, illuminating: Abi Daré writes the story of a young girl, Adunni, showing the world the struggles she faces, the injustices suffered, and the triumph won. This story begins in rural Nigeria, outside…
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The Summit Church: One Church During COVID-19
The Summit Church is a multi-locational church based in RDU. There are twelve campuses across the triangle, from Alamance to Garner, ministries in the men’s and the women’s Wake correctional facilities, and a Summit…
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The Voice Season 18 finale: you don’t want to miss this
While The Voice may look different at the end of this season, it has not stopped. The epic performances will continue in the finale of Season 18. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) The Voice,…
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Netflix’s Self Made review
Self Made, based on the true story of Madam C.J. Walker, aired on Netflix in 2020. This four-episode series covers her life from rags to riches. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Madam C.J. Walker:…
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What are local coffee shops doing during this pandemic?
NoRa Cafe, previously known as Maude’s Garden and Coffee, is one of a few small businesses remaining open during this time. They will bring your order out to your car, or you can grab…
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Autonomy, Mastery, and Purpose
Everyone works differently, in various spaces or times. But is motivation the same for all? (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Let’s face it: quarantine is hard. Isolation isn’t fun for anyone, and we all…
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Some Good News
Almost everyone knows John Krasinski — maybe not by that name, but by Jim from The Office or Jack Ryan. He has a national fan base and millions of people who would recognize him…
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Are teachers grading us wrong?
One English class at Leesville completes a group assignment in the locker bays. Group projects are common, with various responses from students. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Most everyone has dreaded group projects —…
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COVID-19 takes its first tolls in the United States
Some things have become very real very fast. Americans could have brushed off the dangers of the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, while it struck across the ocean. Now, as it hits California, New…
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Victory Junction
Members of Executive Council traveled to Victory Junction’s camp this weekend to help set the camp up for campers to arrive. They served in various areas, from cleaning barns to making cards for campers.…
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Creative Journaling Club
Officers and members of Creative Journaling Club smile for a photo after a successful meeting. Everyone enjoys the community and fun of this club. (Photo Used by Permission of Esther Lee) With only…