Category: News
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Thanksgiving Traditions and Plans
Thanksgiving break is coming up, from Wednesday, November 26 to Sunday, November 30. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on different aspects in life and show appreciation for everything you have. Students spend Thanksgiving…
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Are AP classes worth it
Advanced Placement classes are offered at Leesville for students who wish to challenge themselves more than they would in an honors class. There are several advantages to taking these AP classes, including an increased…
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Leesville Exam Schedule and Policy
This year, exams for the end of semester one will take place January 16 through January 23. These final exams count as 20% of a student’s overall grade. There is a policy where students…
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LRHS Thanksgiving traditions and plans
Thanksgiving break is coming up, from Wednesday, November 26 to Sunday, November 30. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on different aspects in life and show appreciation for everything you have. Students spend Thanksgiving…
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Exciting new winter traditions at Leesville
This year, Leesville has embraced new traditions to make the winter season more festive. From community service to decorating the halls, Leesville’s students are set on making this December memorable. The Leesville Blizzard is…
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When do LRHS students celebrate Christmas?
The month of December is a time of celebration for most everyone. Major holidays like Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa all occur. Out of these three holidays, Christmas is the only one that’s widely celebrated…
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LRHS upcoming exam schedule and policies
This year, exams for the end of semester one will take place January 16 through January 23. These final exams count as 20% of a student’s overall grade. There is a policy where students…
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Black Friday and Cyber Monday: History, Purpose, and Effects
Every year, as soon as Thanksgiving is over and the fall decor starts to go away, people begin to turn their attention to one thing: shopping. Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become two…
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The 2025 Raleigh Christmas Parade
Recently, ABC 11 hosted its classic Raleigh Christmas Parade, marking the 81st year of the floats lining the streets. This year’s parade was a smashing success, and many of our own students even took…
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Lost Christmas Traditions
As the holiday season approaches, many of us reflect on cherished traditions that make Christmas feel special. However, some beloved customs have faded into the past over the years, leaving us to wonder what…
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Alice in Wonderland: The Dark Truth Behind the Madness
Many of us are familiar with the story of Alice in Wonderland. A curious girl stumbles down a rabbit hole into a world of complete nonsense, where she then attempts to find her way…
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How are Christmas and New Years Different?
Separated by a total of six days, Christmas and New Years mark the end of the year. Even though they are very close on a calendar, they could not be more different. Christmas is…
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What Holiday Events are Around the Triangle?
As the holiday season approaches, the North Carolina Triangle starts to have a little more holiday cheer. The cool weather, early sunsets, and decorated neighborhoods all signal exciting winter traditions. From the illuminating lanterns…
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Issues with Sora AI
Sora AI is a new tool made by OpenAI that can create very realistic videos just from written text. While this sounds exciting, it also brings serious problems that people should think about before…
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Addams Family Auditions
Leesville’s theatre department is currently in the middle of audition week for their spring musical, The Addams Family. Auditions were held on Monday, December 1, and Tuesday, December 2, with callbacks on Thursday, December…
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Zootopia 2 Review
After the release of Zootopia in 2016, fans have been eager for a star-studded return of characters to the big screen. Zootopia 2 dives deeper into the world of Zootopia, where the movie takes…
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The Silent Patients, a thrill to read
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides is a psychological thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat for all 352 pages. Celadon Books published the novel on February 5, 2019. The…
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Wild about Wicked; For Good
On November 21, Wicked: For Good dropped in theaters, the second installment of the first film based on the popular musical. Fans ran to the theaters in anticipation, excited to see how the Wicked…
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How does violents seen in society and media impact students
On paper, schools are safer than ever – with more advanced security systems, metal detectors, clear backpacks, and a significant decrease in school shootings. So, why do roughly a third of students in the…
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North Carolina Students are being robbed
School choice is a program that allows taxpayers to apply for publicly funded scholarships for private schools. It began as a program to delay the effects of school desegregation on privileged white students. Modern…
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Sabrina Carpenter is only popular because of the way society reacts to women sexualizing their bodies
“Have you ever tried this one?” is one of Sabrina Carpenter’s most famous song lyrics. It is viral on Spotify, TikTok, and most importantly, in the minds of the American people. Such simple words…
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Leesville Hosts Toys for Tots December Drive
On December 3-12, Leesville Road High School is hosting a toy drive for Toys for Tots. Donations will be accepted in the media center. Students can earn up to two service hours for donating…
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The Loss of Christmas Magic
When you are little, Christmas morning means popping out of bed at the crack of dawn, tiptoeing through the house to your parents room and bursting in to wake them up. The only thing…
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Why Clubs are important in school
School isn’t just about classwork, homework, and tests. It’s also about discovering who you are and what you enjoy. One of the best ways to do so is by joining a club. Clubs give…
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LRHS women’s soccer workouts
It’s that time of year again! Women’s soccer workouts started on Wednesday, November 19, 2025! To participate in workouts, you must complete and approve your dragonfly. Workouts will be from 2:45 to 4:15 on…
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Quarter Zips vs. Nike Techs: Which is better?
There is a current debate on TikTok about which is better: Quarter zips or Nike Techs. Some might say Nike Techs are the better choice because they are trendy, sporty, and comfortable. But Quarter…
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Service Hour Ideas
For many high school students, service hours are necessary for a variety of reasons. Some could include meeting service hour requirements for a club in school, such as Leesville’s chapter of National Honor Society,…
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What to Expect From Black Friday 2025
Black Friday is one of the most anticipated shopping events of the year. This year, Black Friday falls on Friday, November 28. It marks the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season. Retailers and…
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Effects of Social Media on the Teenage Mind
Social media platforms have become a way of communication, and a way to build a social life. This leads to teenagers feeling obligated to download, and be active on social media. Social media…
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Off-year elections
The results from the first major elections since President Trump’s return to the white house are in. Democrats won the votes in third major races on November 5,2025: the New York City Mayoral race,…
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What are LRHS students doing for Halloween?
Friday, October 31, 2025, is Halloween, and officially the start of Halloweekend. Many students are taking advantage of Halloween not being on a school night, but the question still remains: What are students’ plans…
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The Evolution of Concert Outfits
The evolution of concert outfits shows a fascinating interaction between music culture, personal expression, and fashion trends. In the early days of rock and roll, concertgoers typically donned simple attire such as band T-shirts…
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The history of Spirit Week
It is clear that spirit weeks are a big deal in the typical American high school. Whether you go all out or dress to the bare minimum, the student body truly shows out for…
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Grade Improvements for quarter two
October 31 marks the end of quarter one for the 2025-2026 school year.. Quarter two means there is a chance for students who want to improve their grade to do so. Quarter two can…
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Why Stranger Things Season 5 is taking so long
Stranger Things–one of Netflix’s most-watched shows–makes a return on November 26. Stranger Things, which has been airing on Netflix for nine years, took a hiatus for over a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.…
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The return of SMART lunch
In 2019, Leesville stopped SMART lunch. SMART stands for Students Maximizing Achievement with Resources and Time. Every day students would have an hour after third period to eat lunch, get help with class material,…
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Race to the World Series
As it gets later into October, baseball fans got to experience one of the craziest weeks of the 2025 playoffs. From game-winning home runs to domination on the mound, the ride from the League…
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Horror Movie Reccomendations
Horror movies are the best movies to watch in the fall time. They aren’t all about screams; they push at fear, build suspense, and make the audience use their imagination in ways that thrill…
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Ceasefire in Gaza: What led up to this?
October 7, 2025, marked two years since the war between Israel and Palestine began. On October 10, a ceasefire agreement took effect following complex negotiations among the conflicting parties and the United States. The…
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The Benefits of Taking Wake Tech Classes
Wake Tech Community College is a public college located in North Carolina, open to people of all ages to further their education. One aspect of Wake Tech that many North Carolina students use is…
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Leesville Student’s Plans for Halloweekend
This year Halloween takes place on a Friday and many students have plans for this Halloweekend. Around Halloween, people typically look forward to Halloween parties, trick-or-treating, eating candy, and having lots of fun with…
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October 19: The Louvre Heist
On Sunday, October 19, four thieves broke into the Louvre and stole several pieces of jewelry in just under seven minutes. They used a motorized basket lift to enter through the Louvre’s Apollo Gallery,…
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Why Should You Join the School Newspaper?
Joining your school’s newspaper is a decision that needs careful consideration, involving a number of academic, professional, and personal factors. Here are simplified pros and cons that can help students make an informed choice.…
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Is Scarowins Worth the Money?
Scarowinds is a hot topic this Halloween season delivering thrills, chills, and mixed reviews on cost. Tickets cost around $70, students are asking, is the spookiest night in the Carolinas worth the price tag?…
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An Overview of Leesville’s Hall-O-Ween Event
Each year around Halloween, Leesville puts on their annual Hall-O-Ween event hosted by the LRHS Executive Council. Different clubs and honor societies host games and activities, lots of candy is given out, and it…
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Why are College Applications so Expensive?
The fall of senior year is typically filled with students completing and submitting college applications. As deadlines approach, so do the fees that are required in order to submit them. Most college application fees…
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Recap of the October PSAT
The Scholastic Aptitude Test — also known as the SAT–is a standardized test created by the College Board for students to submit to US colleges. The SAT includes sections that evaluate students’ knowledge of…
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What is the Purpose of an AP Class?
Advanced placement level courses — or AP courses — are college-level courses that high school students can take for many different benefits. AP classes can do the following for high school students: Earn college…
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The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is now Blood Cancer United; what community does this organization offer?
For the last 75 years, The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society has been a prominent organization in the field of blood cancer research, patient care, and advocacy. Founded in 1949, the foundation was called the…
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LRHS ITS Haunted House
On October 30, Leesville’s International Thespian Society is holding its biannual Haunted House. The Haunted House was previously held every year, but the Troupe decided to mix things up and offer a dessert…