Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief, Author at The Mycenaean

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief June 3, 2011

Preparing to go greek

Those of us who are about to become college freshmen in little more than three months are always faced with the same three questions: Where are you going to college?

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief June 3, 2011

Scotty brings home the win

The season 10 American Idol finale on May 25, 2010 wasn’t exactly packed with surprises: most people called a Scotty win, the performers were those who had albums or movies

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief May 23, 2011

Water for Elephants impresses Williamson

Like every other time a movie comes out based on a book I haven’t yet read, the Water for Elephants trailer inspired me to go out and buy the novel.

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief May 10, 2011

Stout and Lowery named prom king and queen

For the first time in Leesville’s history, a queen and king were crowned at Prom. Nominations took place over the course of a few days during the week of March

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief May 2, 2011

Leesville varsity baseball clinches Spring Break tournament

Leesville Road’s varsity baseball won the Ashley High School Spring Break Baseball Tournament that took place April 19-21 in Wilmington, NC. They played three teams from across North Carolina over

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief April 11, 2011

Breathalyzers at prom

As many Leesville students have already heard on the daily announcements, there will be breathalyzers at the door of Prom to prevent attendees from drinking underage. According to Gary Duvall,

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief April 4, 2011

Aggressive drivers ruin early morning flow

On Thursday morning, I was waiting in the ridiculously long line of cars at the intersection of Leesville and O’Neal, just as I have done every weekday morning since I

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief March 23, 2011

Senior council puts together slideshow

The senior slideshow is often one of Leesville seniors’ favorite parts of the senior assembly. Featuring photos of all 559 people in the senior class, it allows students to reminisce

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief March 22, 2011

Harris pursues modeling, acting dreams

Many high school students have big dreams for the future – they envision themselves on television, singing onstage and signing autographs, but few have to guts to pursue these dreams.

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief March 1, 2011

Save APUSH at Leesville!

Leesville, save AP US History! I never, ever, thought I would write those words. Or even think them. AP US History was the bane of my existence during my junior

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief February 23, 2011

Despite beginner status, lacrosse team optimistic

A lacrosse club began at Leesville this year, after many attempts by Leesville students to create a school team. The players are optimistic about the success and growth of the

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief February 22, 2011

Eagle Scouts honor creates opportunities

Only four percent of males who join Boy Scouts go on to become Eagle Scouts, the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of America program. Requirements for becoming an Eagle

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief February 7, 2011

North Carolina successfully pulls off Fan Fair

North Carolina hosted the NHL All-Star game on Sunday, Jan. 30, and to impress all the die-hard hockey fans from out of town, they created Fan Fair – “the biggest

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief January 27, 2011

New fads to look out for

I remember the first time I saw a Silly Band – a red rhino – and knew I immediately had to get one. Suddenly and out of nowhere, Silly Bandz

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief January 18, 2011

Indian Princesses programs builds lasting bonds

The YMCA Indian Princesses program provides opportunities for fathers and daughters to bond over things that fathers and daughters like to do: camping, horseback riding, hiking, hanging out with friends

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief December 13, 2010

The battle of the flat-irons

My hair straightener is dead. The Remington Wet2Straight I received in eighth grade has survived through five years of daily use. By sophomore year, I had my routine down to

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief December 2, 2010

Microsoft teams up with Leesville to pilot new program

On the first day of American Education Week, Nov. 15, Microsoft and the Department of Public instruction announced the implementation of the largest IT Academy in the world across the

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief November 10, 2010

Rocky Horror: Scandalous fun!

I recently wrote that Alex Stewart, senior, and I were Rocky Horror virgins, nervous and excited to go to our first ever showing of the play. However, that is no

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief November 2, 2010

Schachle raps with school spirit

Brendan Schachle, senior, recently posted a rap he wrote and recorded on his Facebook page, prompting many “Likes” and comments from Leesville students and graduates alike. The rap, entitled “GREEN

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief November 1, 2010

Teachers rate their students

Most people have heard of the website, ratemyteacher.com, where students can post comments and numerically rate their teachers on their personalities and teaching styles. I recently gave Leesville teachers the

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief October 26, 2010

What every Rocky Horror virgin needs to know

The Rocky Horror Picture Show is coming to Raleigh Memorial Auditorium from October 28-31. Having heard of this cult classic before, my friends and I are dying to finally see

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief October 19, 2010

Leesville students enjoy State Fair traditions

The State Fair arrived in North Carolina lon October 14, and many Leesville students are excited about trying new foods and rides and continuing past traditions. The general consensus is

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief October 17, 2010

Sun Chips’ bags are loud, get over it

Sun Chips has stopped making the first ever 100% biodegradable chip bag because some people think it crinkles too loudly. The bags were made out of plant-based materials and were

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief September 22, 2010

Ratemyteacher.com biased but entertaining

Ratemyteacher.com is a website that allows students to anonymously post comments and rate their teachers. Leesville Road High School has 132 teachers listed on the website, with 858 ratings total.

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief September 3, 2010

Grill Team leaders face challenges

Jason Holtman, Kyle Holtman and Andrea Gonzalez, seniors, are experiencing the challenges, changes and pride that leading the 2011 Grill Team brings. The three leaders, carrying on the tradition that

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief June 7, 2010

Sherry Frost Involvement Scholarship

Everyone involved with Leesville Road High School depends on Sherry Frost. Her daily emails keep parents and students updated on what is happening at the school. A woman who does

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief May 28, 2010

Tips for rising college freshmen

As seniors move toward graduation and beginning the next chapter in their lives, many are starting college in the fall. Although they have learned the ins and outs of high

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief May 18, 2010

Awards Day Reminder

Standing in front of the class, Dubay announced that he had an award for every person in the class. These were not the silly superlatives that many teachers hand out so that every student gets an award. Instead, Dubay offered valuable advice to his students, reminding each one that he or she will make a difference in the world – some by possibly curing cancer, and others by being a good friend or spouse.

by Kelly Williamson, Editor-in-Chief May 7, 2010

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