Ellie Thompson, staff writer, Author at The Mycenaean

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer January 13, 2020

Is it A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood?

We could all use a little kindness — that one phrase perfectly sums up this movie. Heartwarming and simple, it will remind you of the value of being kind. (Photo

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer January 13, 2020

Where the Crawdads Sing

Owens’ Where the Crawdads Sing is a national bestseller, highly recommended, and a masterpiece. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) In August of 2018, Delila Owens released her first fiction book,

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer December 20, 2019

Vinyl is making a comeback

Record players come in all shapes and sizes, but they share one thing: they exist to create music. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Music fills our generation: We have instant

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer November 20, 2019

Drivers Education: why should you take it?

This is one of the many Drivers Ed handouts students receive after taking Drivers Ed. They remind students of the information they learned and help prepare them for the driving

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer November 15, 2019

Are senior exemptions dangerous?

Mrs. Wilkerson’s first period AP Literature class works on research projects in the library. You could hear students conversing and laughing as they worked, working diligently but enjoying their time

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer October 18, 2019

Leesville art in the State Fair

Thalia Graves works diligently on a Halloween-themed piece. She will be showcasing one of her pieces, named Red Robin, this month at the NC State Fair. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer October 15, 2019

Erica Knightstep: the story behind this book lover

Mrs. Knightstep enjoys any and all books, as well as finding joy in vacationing with her family. (Photo Courtesy of Erica Knightstep) When you enter the media center at Leesville,

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer October 4, 2019

What jobs do students have?

Goodberries is an ice cream shop near Leesville. It is one of many job opportunities available for high school students. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Imagine you are a high

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer October 3, 2019

Personality tests: the value of knowing who you are

Personality tests, whether fun or more scientific, are a wonderful way to discover more about yourself. There are many types–some are taken online while others can be read about. Who

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer September 24, 2019

Brain Game competing for the Pride

Leesville’s Brain Game team smiles even after giving up a question. They have fun when the game is challenging, trying only to have a good time and not worrying about

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer September 23, 2019

Better than Florence? Hurricane Dorian’s effect on the coast

Hurricane Dorian hit the coast of North Carolina on September fifth, late in the afternoon. Many yards of houses along the coast were filled with broken branches and debris. (Photo

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer September 11, 2019

SNAC is giving back

By: Ellie Thompson, Staff Writer The officers of the Special Needs Awareness Club stop for a photo after a successful interest meeting. They constantly offer their time and resources

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer September 4, 2019

Mr. Hurley at head of theatre department

Matthew Hurley laughs with his students during first period. Mr. Hurley is teaching them how to express themselves both on and off the stage. (Photo courtesy of Ellie Thompson) With

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