Category: News
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Do high school students get enough sleep
CDC chart representing the amount of sleep required for an individual’s age. Although average sleep requirements go down with age, 8-10 hours of sleep is still strongly recommended for high school-aged students. (Photo courtesy…
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How did students spend their summer break?
Many students spent their summer at the beach enjoying the sun and waves. It was a perfect way to relax before school started again.(Photo used by permission of Alexander Spatari/Getty)
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Who is the New English Teacher, Ms. Lindekugel?
A new teacher has joined the English department at Leesville: Ms. Kimberly Lindekugel. In the first semester of the school year, she will be teaching English 2 and Structured writing. Next semester, she will…
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What is the Leesville Homecoming Court?
Homecoming is an annual weeklong school tradition. Homecoming week includes themed days, powderpuff, and the homecoming game. This week allows for students to come together and show their school spirit. Homecoming Court is the…
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Do Students like A or B Lunch Better?
Leesville Road High school has two separate lunch periods to accommodate the amount of students. Students with A lunch eat from 10:30-11:06 am. Students with B lunch eat from 12:07-12:42 pm. Students’ third period…
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Leesville Volleyball’s annual assists against Alzheimer’s game is happening now!
On September 18, the Leesville Volleyball Teams will be playing at home against Athens Drive, but this game is about more than just winning. The team is organizing its annual Assist against Alzheimer’s game,…
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Come to the Leesville Jewish Culture Club!
The Jewish Culture Club is back at Leesville this year! They had their first meeting on Wednesday, September 3. At the meeting, they welcomed new members, introduced the new leadership, and played a game…
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How to Find the Perfect 2025 Homecoming Dress
Above, Leesville cheerleaders pose for a photo at their 2024 Homecoming. They have started the search for the dress they will wear this year. (Photo used by permission of Vera Arnold)
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2025 Homecoming Theme: Luau at Loonieville
The LRHS Homecoming theme was announced on the Executive Council’s Instagram page on September 3. The post includes information about the Homecoming week, dates and times. (Photo via @lrhs_exec on Instagram)
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Everything You Need to Know About the Leesville PSAT
Leesville will administer the PSAT in October for interested 9th, 10th, and 11th graders. Students must register by September 18, and pay by noon on September 19. (Photo from @leesvilleroadhs on Instagram)
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Leesville’s new parking policy
Pictured above is a photo of the senior section of the student parking lot. Seniors across the school decorated their cars to celebrate their last year at Leesville. (Photo courtesy of Parker Aiken)
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Women’s golf teams first match of the season
Fraser Van Asch (left) and Robert Patterson (right) pose next to Leesville’s second place score. They were both very proud of the girls. (photo courtesy of Madeline Gransden)
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Questions Charlie Kirk’s Death Begs America to Answer
With the unfortunate death of Charlie Kirk, America must take a moment to reflect on the culture of the country. Is this a place where freedom of speech is valued over everything else? Is…
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Back to school supplies, what students need
These are some school supplies, including pencils, erasers, and staples. They are a popular, necessary supply for going back to school. (Photo use by creative commons and Steven Depolo)
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Student Walkouts Take Place Around The Country to Protest Violence in Schools
Contributions made to this page by: Maddie Gransden, Daniela Plata, Alexis Engalson, Sophie Key, Bennett Ange, Darcy Meehan, and Lucas Casterline After the recent Minneapolis shooting, students around the country have started to get…
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Come to the Model UN interest meeting this Friday
The interest meeting for Leesville’s Model United Nations club will be after school on September 12 in room 121. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting, which will provide information about Model UN and…
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The Six Stages of Back to School Grief
All Wake County Public Schools that follow the traditional calendar have officially begun. Last week marked the start of another school year for over 160,000 students — including the 2,500 Leesville students forced to…
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Leesville Principal Chats Kick Off the New School Year
Ms. Jacobs hosts principal chats at the beginning of the year in order to touch base with the students and remind them of the school policies. Students attend the principal chats in the auditorium…
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Seniors Are Wearing Kids’ Backpacks
“Senior backpacks” is a high school tradition where seniors wear backpacks that feature childhood characters from cartoons, movies, and video games. These backpacks are similar to the ones that kids typically carry, considering they…
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What is the Class of 2025 Doing Now?
Map of all the major colleges in North Carolina. List includes UNC, NC State, App, UNCW, and UNCG, all are great options for high school students. (Photo courtesy of UNCG website)
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New Student Information System: Infinite Campus
This year, Leesville has switched to Infinite Campus for the school’s student information system. Above, the Campus Student and Campus Parent apps are shown in the Apple App Store. (Screenshot created by Siena Trainor)
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John Proctor is the Villain
John Proctor Is the Villain is a powerful and exciting new play that has been gaining attention on Broadway. Written by playwright Kimberly Belflower, this story brings new life to old ideas and shows…
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What LRHS students did over Memorial day weekend
Memorial Day is a holiday to celebrate the brave soldiers of this country, but many Leesville students see the three day weekend as the perfect time to go to the beach, and have a…
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How was the Online vs. paper AP testing experience
This year, students took all AP exams online; for many students, this was a big change. In the past, most AP exams were on paper, with students filling in scantrons. Now, students had to…
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Exciting Senior year traditions at Leesville
LRHS seniors take pride in their annual traditions. These traditions include Senior Sunrise and Sunset, Senior Skip-Day, Senior Pranks, decorating crowns, and more. The activities at Leesville strictly reserved for seniors give them a…
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Students Speak Out About How They Are Feeling at The End of The Year
The year is coming to an end and there is only a week left. For seniors, there are probably some nerves about what comes next, but for many underclassmen, it is exciting to be…
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The mystery of Appalachia
The Appalachian region is one of the most mysterious and misunderstood places in the United States. Stretching over 1,000 miles from southern New York to northern Alabama and Georgia, Appalachia is known for its…
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What are the Struggles of Junior Year?
Junior year is often the most challenging years for high school students. It’s filled with rigorous testing, extracurricular commitments, and various pressures, many of which students may feel unprepared to face. “I had a…
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What high school gossip really does to teenagers
Have you ever gossiped with your best friend, overheard a rumor, or even found yourself at the center of one? This is Rumorville — a social environment that is constantly driven by spreading misinformation.…
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The significance of memorial day
Whether you have family in the military or know an active member, the troops who have sadly passed in war will be remembered until the end of time. Happens on the last Monday of…
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The rise in popular Tik Tok Dubai Chocolate
If you have been on TikTok recently, chances are you have seen numerous creators raving about the viral dessert Dubai Chocolate. Rising to popularity in late 2024 after the Fix Dessert Chocolatier brand in…
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In this economy? Current recession indicators
The economy is currently a hot topic amongst the American people. With the change in the White House, the public’s outlook on the economy and job market has turned dismal. Recent polls show that…
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Class of 2025 Event Information
Above is senior event information for the class of 2025 graduates. The big events are listed with their corresponding date, locations, and time. (Photo courtesy of the LRHS website)
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Wondering what all these surveys are for?
The last month or so of every semester, many students’ Outlooks are flooded with emails about surveys to fill out, or they may receive paper surveys throughout the day. While many students disregard them…
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Starbucks Shut Down Due to Students “Studying” for Exams
Starbucks locations in Wake County are overwhelmed by the mass amount of students using their stores as a library. There is not enough espresso in the world to fuel the “studying” of these students.…
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Thunderbolts* review: a battle against oneself
The “New Avengers” pictured left to right: Red Guardian (David Harbour), Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen), Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), Sentry (Lewis Pullman) , John Walker (Wyatt Russell), Winter Soldier (Sabastian Stan).
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What Can You Do When You Turn 18?
Turning 18 marks the transition to adulthood, a big change to experience while still in high school. Many freedoms are gained such as getting married without parental consent, with the exception of Nebraska and…
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AUDEMARS PIGUET expands in the Triangle
Swiss luxury AUDEMARS PIGUET is expanding its North American presence with a new service center in Raleigh, North Carolina. The company has invested $22 million in the facility which will be located at Raleigh…
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What did students think of the digital AP exams?
May 2025 marked the first time that AP exams were digital nationwide. Now that exams are over, every AP student has had time to compare this year’s digital exams with past years’ paper exams.…
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How to hem your pants
Hemming pants is a valuable skill that can save time and money, whether you’re altering a new pair of jeans or giving fresh life to an old set of pants. While it may sound…
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Last-minute service hour opportunities in the Raleigh area
As the year comes to a close and Honor Society deadlines come nearer for juniors and seniors, many students are looking for last-minute service opportunities. LRHS service clubs LRHS is home to many service…
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The story behind the first american pope
Pope Leo XIV emerged from the balcony of the Basilica. Following Pope Francis’ death, Pope Leo was named the newest Pope of the catholic church.(Used y permission of Creative Commons)
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What are Junior Marshalls
Junior Marshals are held to high standards in both their academics and the way they present themselves. These Junior marshals represent themselves in a put-together fashion with black dresses and sashes. (Photo used by…
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Outdoor Boys Quit YouTube After Years of Adventure
After more than a decade of sharing outdoor adventures, Luke Nichols, the creator of the popular YouTube channel “Outdoor Boys,” has decided to step away from the platform. The channel, known for its exciting…
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Ilia Topuria: Rising to GOAT Status One Fight at a Time
When it comes to the UFC, the term “GOAT”– Greatest of All Time–is reserved for only the best of the best. Names like Georges St-Pierre, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Jon Jones, and Anderson Silva are usually…
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NC Congress files bill changing high school graduation requirements
On March 17, 2025, the North Carolina General Assembly filed a bill that — if ratified — would change high school graduation standards for math and social studies. These standards would go into effect…
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Powderpuff is back on!
It is time for a long-standing Leesville tradition: powderpuff! Come out to the track and cheer on your classmates. (Photo courtesy of @lrhs_exec on Instagram)
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Honor Society applications are open at Leesville High School
May 9 is the deadline for National Honors Society and Science National Honors Society applications. The National English Honors Society application is due on May 15. Honors societies are for students who are showing…
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What Are TAriffs effects on highschoolers?
President Donald Trump unveiled his tariff plan on April 2nd. This had been a campaign promise for a long time during the 2024 presidential campaign. (Photo Courtesy of Public Domain)
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lRHS baseball won on may 6 after 11 innings
Leesville Road High School’s Varsity Baseball Team won in an 11 inning game on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 against Richmond High School. For the first time in 9 years, the Pride has survived round…