Author: Kira Lamm, staff writer
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Shark Tank Project in Civics
On Friday, May 25, Mr. Merchant’s Civics and Economics class took part in presenting their pitches for their Shark Tank Business project. Shark Tank is a popular show where entrepreneurs introduce business pitches for…
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How to prepare for college
It is never too early to start preparing for college. College is approaching for a handful of Leesville students. Many students are unsure of how to prepare for college. Keeping up with schoolwork is…
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The No-contact Method
Heartbreak is inevitable- it is part of the human experience. It is common for people to experience a breakup at least once in their life. Following a split, individuals often feel uncertain about their…
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The Use of ‘Female’ VS. ‘Woman’
The term ‘female’ has been circulating on social media to refer to women. The word is synonymous with ‘woman’ so what’s the problem? The word has recently taken a derogatory turn. In most contexts,…
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Why wearing makeup at school is a good thing
Many Leesville students have makeup included in their morning routine. A handful of people argue that wearing makeup to school is inappropriate; however, it offers a variety of positive effects for the user. Individuals…
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How Classroom Temperatures Impact Learning
Leesville Road High School’s building temperatures are commonly inconsistent. It is hard for students to focus when excessively sweating or profusely shivering. These inconsistencies affect students’ learning abilities. Throughout the Leesville buildings, there is…
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Should Snacking be Allowed in Class?
It is no mistake that being hungry makes it hard to focus and leads to low energy. Hunger leads to a drop in blood sugar, leading to peevishness, shakiness, sweating, or fatigue. Hanger is…
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TikTok’s Influences On Users
Averaging 1 billion users, TikTok is a massive social media platform. The app offers a non-stop stream of videos curated to the user’s tastes. Tiktok offers straight-to-the-point content in the format of short videos.…
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Puppy Bowl XIX Recap
On January 12th, 122 puppies took part in the Puppy Bowl XVI. Puppies across the nation went paw to paw in a competition to win the “Lombarky” trophy. (photo courtesy of CBS News) Puppy…
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New Year’s and Diet Culture?
The desire to get in shape is more apparent than ever during the New Year. Many people make weight loss or healthy eating resolutions during this time. Using these resolutions, companies exploit people’s desires…
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Why Whole Foods is the Best Grocery Store
With several grocery stores available in the area, one naturally tops the others. Leesville students accredit Whole Foods as the best grocery store due to their quality products. Whole Foods has set high standards…
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New Year’s and Diet Culture?
The desire to get in shape is more apparent than ever during the New Year. Many people make weight loss or healthy eating resolutions during this time. Using these resolutions, companies exploit people’s desires…
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Recess in High School
Recess is a thing of the past. Most schools stopped recess after elementary school, leaving students no outlet for their energy. High school students, while older than elementary schoolers, would still benefit from recess,…
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How Periods Impact Leesville Students
Despite being a regular occurrence, a female student’s menstrual cycle disrupts productivity and attendance. Physical pains and emotional fluctuations create difficulties in concentrating or even attending school. A woman’s menstrual cycle, or period, is…
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Motivational Posters at Leesville
Georgia Weaver, senior, explained she never has an opportunity to read the posters; therefore, she often overlooks them. “The hallways are too crowded to stop and read them,” Weaver said. She only gets glances…
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Anxiety in School
Sometimes, school can feel like a horror movie. With stress about tests, the future, fights, and more, school conjures up many feelings for students, one being anxiety. There has been a plague of anxiety…
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ADHD at Highschool
What is ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common neurological disorders. ADHD is characterized by a consistent pattern of difficulty focusing, hyperactivity, and impulsivity or lack of self-control.…
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Leesville Women’s Golf Team
Leesville has a hidden sports gem: the Women’s Golf team. The Women’s Golf team is coached by Mr. Patterson, one of our Leesville art teachers. The team’s season recently ended in September, putting a…
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School Bathroom Horror
The school bathrooms have a split between who uses them and who doesn’t, but there are several improvements that need to be made.( Photo used by permission of Daniel Lamm.) Public bathrooms result in…
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The Benefits of Music
Many students listen to music during the school day, but is it beneficial? Georgia Weaver, a Leesville senior, listens to hip hop and rap throughout the school day. She finds herself struggling to enjoy…
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Balancing a Job During School
Most students pick up a job during the school year. Leesville students with jobs struggle to find the time to complete their schoolwork with such a tight schedule. James Fiduccia, a junior, works at…
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New Students At Leesville
On August 29, Leesville welcomed back its students- both old and new- for the 2022/23 school year. Being a new student is undoubtedly daunting– walking into an unfamiliar building, with new people, and new…