Author: Ellie Thompson, editor in chief, 2021-22
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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 Used by Permission of…
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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, Where the Crawdads Sing,…
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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 access to millions of…
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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 test. (Photo Courtesy of…
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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 together. (Photo Courtesy of…
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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 Thompson) The North Carolina…
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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, you will immediately notice…
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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 school student and you…
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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 are you? What makes…
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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 the results. (Photo Courtesy…
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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 used by permission of…
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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 to support the students…
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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 twenty-five new teachers at…