Category: News
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Why Everyone’s Lining Up at La La Land Kind Cafe
La La Land Kind Cafe, founded in 2019, is more than a coffee shop chain. The company believes kindness is more than an action, and their mission is “to transform communities by turning compassion…
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Mock Trial: The Inside Scoop
Mock Trial Club is a club for students interested in law and public speaking. It allows students to experience a trial setting by taking on the roles of lawyers and witnesses. Participants gain insight…
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The Lumineers light up Raleigh
On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, the Walnut Creek Amphitheatre at Coastal Credit Union Music Park was packed with people of all ages for The Lumineers’ biggest ever concert in Raleigh. “It was the best…
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Raleigh-Durham international airport is expanding
The Research Triangle is one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. Nearly 2.4 million people call the area home, and the population has boomed nearly 5.6% since 2020. A region of this size…
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How does the presidents response to issues influence us
Photo of both the American and state flag infront of the school. The flags were half mast last week (September 11th-14th) in honor of Charlie Kirk’s passing. (Photo courtesy of Parker Aiken)
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The semi-formal shift: Leesville students prep for a new homecoming scene
The theme for Homecoming this year is Luau at Loonieville. This is the poster that you can see around the school, persuading people to come to the dance. (photo courtesy of Gaby Lefcheck)
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Community Cares Club is back for another school year at Leesville
The Community Cares Club had its first meeting of the year on Thursday, September 25th! Members created thoughtful cards for LRHS counselors. Natalie Vargas-Kitchens, senior and president, said, “The counselors always work really hard…
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Impact on LRHS of new cell phone ban
Bill 959 bans cellphone use in school all over the state of North Carolina. “We also recognize that cell phones have a tremendous impact on instruction and teaching and learning,” said Superintendent Dr. Robert…
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Leesville Women’s Tennis Suffers a Tough Loss Against Millbrook
On Monday, September 22, 2025, the Leesville Women’s Varsity Tennis Team traveled to Millbrook High School and suffered a tough 2-7 loss. Going into the match, the Leesville team knew they would have to…
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The 2025 National Honor Society Induction Ceremony
The officers of Leesville’s National Honor Society pose for a picture with Leesville’s principal, Ms. Jacobs. From left to right: Madeline Carpenter (President), Sophie Key (Vice President), Ms. Jacobs, Natalie Vargas-Kitchens (Historian), and Chloe…
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What goes into the Student-run, Leesville-affiliated, Instagram Accounts?
Most students are active on Instagram, but who is behind all the Leesville-affiliated Instagram posts? Many Leesville students are in charge of affiliate pages. There are a variety of pages, including sports teams and…
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How do Severe Injuries Affect Student Athletes?
Leesville has a large population of student-athletes who are at risk of injury during their high school sports career. Sports like soccer, football, dance, cheer, baseball, etc., can cause a tear of their ACL…
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Students’ thoughts on the new LRHS exam policy
On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, the LRHS admin announced that the exam policy for the 25-26 school year had been updated. Before the policy change, 9th-11th graders had to take a teacher-made end-of-course exam…
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The First Day of School vs. Last Day of School
Class of 2025 gathers for the end-of-year Senior Assembly. One of many activities where the graduating students get to reflect on their time at Leesville. (Photo Courtesy of Caitlyn Holland)
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What Unique Pets do Leesville Students Have?
Students at Leesville have incredible pets that often go unnoticed. Some of these unique pets include geckos, ferrets, and even chameleons (pictured above). (Photo courtesy of Gaby Lefcheck)
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The 2025 fall menu at starbucks
This is a Pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks. This drink is one of the most popular drinks of the fall season. (Photo Credit to Tribu Creative)
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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…