Jannah Said, junior editor, Author at The Mycenaean

by Jannah Said, junior editor October 3, 2019

How to be Cool

Hi, I’m Mackenzeigh-Anne Elizabeth Marie Greene, a sophomore at Leesville. You can call me Mackenzeigh — we’re chill like that. I need to, like, help my community, so I can

by Jannah Said, junior editor October 3, 2019

Presidential Volunteer Service Award applications now open

The Presidential Volunteer Service Award is an honor available to students who demonstrate high levels of service and outreach over a twelve-month period. It recognizes those who go above and

by Jannah Said, junior editor September 25, 2019

SPARKCon: a Raleigh destination for creativity

Last weekend, the streets of downtown Raleigh were full of snack vendors, dancers, artists, craft booths, and music as VAE Raleigh held its annual SPARKCon festival. The events each have

by Jannah Said, junior editor September 19, 2019

The Leesville Yearbook’s new dynasty

Leesville Road High School’s yearbook, Menagerie, has been documenting the school’s history since its establishment in 1993. Every year, the Menagerie staff is responsible for compiling a tribute to the

by Jannah Said, junior editor September 4, 2019

What Exactly is a Digital Portfolio?

With the start of the 2019-2020 school year, the Wake County public school system has introduced a new requirement that will impact students and teachers alike. All Wake County students

by Sarah Jumma, senior editor June 6, 2019

Not Even Water: Ramadan as a Muslim American student

The New Generation’s Ramadan By Jannah Said America is a melting pot, but oftentimes we find the different “groups” somewhat less-than-melted. Today’s American-Muslims often face identity crises as they struggle

by Jannah Said, junior editor April 30, 2019

Organization Hacks for the Lazy High Schooler

Almost every high schooler is familiar with parental complaints when it comes to messy rooms, unorganized binders, and chairs piled up with laundry. Teenagers often express frustration back at their

by Jannah Said, junior editor April 30, 2019

Scioli Takes Action Against Food Insecurity

Many students at Leesville know Ms. Scioli as the AP Gov and American History teacher; famous for her unique teaching style, love of current events, and encouragement of students to

by Jannah Said, junior editor April 30, 2019

Enloe’s Charity Ball: A Tradition of Giving

One of the most popular and well-known dances held in Wake County high schools is Enloe’s Charity Ball. At the end of each school year, Enloe releases an application for

by Jannah Said, junior editor April 9, 2019

Vibe and Tribe #2: The Evolution of Friend Groups

The “Vibe and Tribe” series focuses on on examining social divisions, hierarchies, labels, stigmas, and comfort zones among America’s youth– specifically the students of Leesville Road High School. In the

by Jannah Said, junior editor March 4, 2019

United for Justice: Local Liberalism in Action

“An injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere,” said Jessica Holmes, Wake County Commission Chair, last Saturday, stirring up a response of enthusiastic shouts and cheers from the crowd.

by Jannah Said, junior editor February 28, 2019

Has the 21 Savage Situation Changed the Public’s View of Immigration Policies? Photo:

On Sunday, rapper Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph, known as 21 Savage, was arrested by the U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement under charges of overstaying his visa. Abraham-Joseph had previously made repetitive

by Jannah Said, junior editor January 25, 2019

Weston Estate: High Schoolers by Day, Hot New Music Group by Night

Marco Gomez, Manas Panchavati, Abhi Manhass, Tanmay Joshi, Ushno Chakraborty, and Srikar Nanduri are seniors at different Wake County high schools. They spend the day taking quizzes and tests, studying,

by Jannah Said, junior editor January 24, 2019

Exam Week: The Finale

As first semester draws to a close, the pressure of oncoming exams becomes prevalent in every student’s daily routine. We spend days finishing work and nights studying, and class is

by Jannah Said, junior editor January 7, 2019

Now that Muttillo has left, what does the future hold for Leesville?

On November 8th, students and faculty of LRHS shared a bittersweet moment as Dr. Muttillo’s six-and-a-half-year-long reign on the school came to an end. The administrator we all know and

by Jannah Said, junior editor December 13, 2018

Vibe and Tribe: An Exploration into the Identity of the Modern High Schooler

High school is a time period during which we grow, develop, and come of age. However, each and every teenager experiences a unique search for identity before then. We explore

by Jannah Said, junior editor November 19, 2018

Lime and Bird: The New Kids on the Block

If you’ve recently been to downtown Raleigh, Charlotte, or any other major city, you’ve probably noticed the sudden plethora of bicycles and electric scooters. Two companies are responsible for the

by Jannah Said, junior editor October 24, 2018

Morgan Street Food Hall: Raleigh’s Hidden Gem

Downtown Raleigh is a bustling, lively area that is growing more popular as reconstruction and development progresses. Many new unique and trendy shops, restaurants, galleries, and offices are springing up

by Jannah Said, junior editor October 17, 2018

Demographics of Leesville

It’s predicted that by the year 2045, the white population will make up only 49.7% of Americans, a phenomenon known as “the white minority.” The world today is engaging in

by Jannah Said, junior editor September 18, 2018

Foreign Language Classes and the Future

Today, a total of 7,106 languages are spoken around the world. At Leesville, students have the opportunity to learn three of them. The two credits in either Latin, French, or

by Jannah Said, junior editor September 6, 2018

The Senior Wall: A Legacy of Artwork

Senior year is a bittersweet one as the twelfth graders wrap up their time in high school and move into the real world. These graduating students seize opportunities to leave

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SPARKCon: a Raleigh destination for creativity

The Leesville Yearbook’s new dynasty

What Exactly is a Digital Portfolio?

Not Even Water: Ramadan as a Muslim American student

Organization Hacks for the Lazy High Schooler

Scioli Takes Action Against Food Insecurity

Enloe’s Charity Ball: A Tradition of Giving

Vibe and Tribe #2: The Evolution of Friend Groups

United for Justice: Local Liberalism in Action

Has the 21 Savage Situation Changed the Public’s View of Immigration Policies? Photo:

Weston Estate: High Schoolers by Day, Hot New Music Group by Night

Exam Week: The Finale

Now that Muttillo has left, what does the future hold for Leesville?

Vibe and Tribe: An Exploration into the Identity of the Modern High Schooler

Lime and Bird: The New Kids on the Block

Morgan Street Food Hall: Raleigh’s Hidden Gem

Demographics of Leesville

Foreign Language Classes and the Future

The Senior Wall: A Legacy of Artwork

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