Author: Zoe Simpkins, staff writer
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The American Dream Lives on at Leesville
The United States has always been considered a place of opportunity; where elbow grease could bring a lowly member of society to the tippy-top; where suburbia, a white picket fence and 2.5 kids could…
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Seniors leave their legacy
The senior class council will be installing a new PA system in the cafeteria for their class gift. “Each year the seniors leave their mark on Leesville; our class’ song is ‘Tattoos on this…
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Born to Die proves reviews wrong
Elizabeth Grant, known as her stage name Lana del Rey, is a new and upcoming American pop artist. The artist appeared on Saturday Night Live on January 14 and received harsh reviews from critics.…
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New wing gives museum a face-lift
The Natural Science Museum of Raleigh has recently added a new wing to the building. The addition opened on Friday, April 20. “I’m not sure of the exact number, but I think there were…
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Battle of the cubes
On Thursday, April 19 the Cube Club hosted its annual speedcubing competition. Members of the club competed in various rounds to discover the winner. First, the competitors mix up each others’ cubes. There are…
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Expecting mothers find support at Leesville
The pregnancy support group at Leesville Road High School provides a safe haven for expecting students. Started by two guidance counselors, Mrs. Lyons and Mrs. Tucker, the group meets once or twice a month…
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Kiss Me, Kate prepares for show week
Things are starting to heat up as the cast and crew of Kiss Me, Kate prepare for show week. “Everything’s starting to come together,” said Cassie Seale, who plays the role of Lois. “We…
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Reggae artist preaches universal message
When one first hears Matisyahu’s music, a stereotypical reggae musician is pictured. Instead, this artist dons traditional Orthodox Jewish garb, such as a kippah (otherwise known as a yarmulke). Heavily influenced by his religion,…
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Leesville students finalize in National Merit Scholarship competition
Four students from Leesville Road High School are finalists in the National Merit Scholarship competition. Beyza Batca, Larry Han, Justin Palpant and Dominic Sirkin have made it through the finals and now wait to…
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Leesville students save lives
The Red Cross arrived at Leesville Road High School on Wednesday, May 7 to conduct the biannual school blood drive in the main gym. As always, participants were provided with snacks, refreshments, T-shirts, and…
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How the process of recycling really works
Ever wonder what happens to recyclables after being collected by the city’s recycling service? The city of Raleigh’s curbside recycling service collects items such as aluminum; glass; plastics #1-5 and #7; newspapers; magazines; telephone…
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Banksy – artist or fraud?
Banksy, a world-renowned British graffiti artist, has become popular in the world of street art due to his controversial political views and unique stencilling technique. Over the years, he has produced several books such…
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High expectations for spring track season
The 2011-2012 Leesville Track and Field team holds high hopes for the upcoming season. Many athletes are confident that at least a few of the runners will make it to Regional- and maybe even…
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Mrs. Harris plans her retirement
Mrs. Harris, an English teacher at Leesville, is retiring from a long, dutiful career on February 29. Harris began teaching in 1969 at Abingdon High School in Abingdon, Virginia. “I knew that I wanted…
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Chronicle wins the heart of a staff writer
Chronicle, a new film based on the journeys of three teenagers who mysteriously gain superpowers, finds success in a new take on superheroes. The heroes are three average, troubled teenagers – one more troubled…
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Working towards a cleaner future
Becoming energy efficient is imperative to working towards a better future for Leesville Road High School. If the school came together to become more environmentally friendly, it could potentially save money, bring the school…
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Life, love and the meaning of truth: Beginners
“My father told me he was gay. I remember him wearing a purple sweater when he told me this, but actually he wore a robe.” Beginners, released in 2010, is a charming movie that…
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Felt: A change of pace
It seems these days that so-called “gangster rap” has taken over hip-hop culture. This type of music can be heard blasting from the windows of Leesville students’ car windows and headphones with angry voices…
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Seniors provide sneak peek of the final year
As a junior, there is an invisible veil that shrouds senior year in mystery. College applications and the like are completely foreign and somewhat frightening. Many students claim junior year is the most difficult…
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A new way to study
Tired of copying down definition after definition on cramped flashcards? Try Quizlet. Quizlet is an online database where students can create flashcards – for free. There’s an unlimited number of flashcards a user can…
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X-mas tunes give students bad vibes
It’s that merry time of year again: cheerful jingles are invading television and radio stations, causing listeners to plug their ears as they wail in pain and fury. Tis the season to be prematurely…
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A new perspective on Disney
Disney has been a huge influence in the lives of American children. Long revered by the American public, Disney has come to be closely associated to childhood. It is common for children to grow…
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Girls basketball season starts
Leesville basketball players tried out for the women’s basketball team Oct. 31 through Nov. 2. This year, two new coaches have taken charge of the varsity and junior varsity teams: Coach Crump for varsity,…
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Tech and sound crews prep for Hell Week
Yes, the time has come again: The time known to technical theatre workers and actors across Leesville Road High School as “Hell Week.” Hell Week is a time of last-minute accomplishments, pushed buttons, random…
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Occupy Raleigh spends time pushing back
Protests have been taking place since October 15 at the South Side of the Capitol Building in Raleigh, North Carolina. These protests have been accordingly titled “Occupy Raleigh.” Inspired by the Occupy Wall street…
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Lighting design brings Narnia to life
The lights crew at Leesville Road High School has magic in store for The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Destiny Mahony, junior and lights trainee, explained the design for the play. “In the…
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Sparks fly at Philosophy Club
On October 4, the Philosophy Club at Leesville Road High School had their second meeting. The discussion was led by Ms. Sciloi and the club advisor, Shahzeel Sarfraz, a philosophy major from UNC Chapel…
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The age of Facebook
Just think: a click of a mouse can instantaneously connect a person in North Carolina with a friend thousands of miles away. Facebook has revolutionized relationships. “I can go and write on my friend…
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Homecoming pep rally rescheduled for Senior Night
The pep rally for Leesville Road High School has been rescheduled to October 28. Originally planned to take place at the end of the school day, the pep rally was cancelled due to inclement…
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Students frozen solid in the first week of school
The air conditioning at Leesville Road High School has left students shivering, covered in goosebumps and outright miserable since classes started on Aug 25. “I sit there in my chair chattering my teeth sometimes,”…
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Dinkenor brings the team together
Paul Dinkenor has replaced Chip Stone as the men’s varsity soccer coach for the 2011-12 school year. When asked about the difference between coaches, the most noted distinction by teammates is Dinkenor’s enthusiasm. “He…