Category: News
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New Teacher Comes to Leesville
On October 24, a new teacher was welcomed into the Math Department. Michael Taytro left his old job in Durham at Northern High to become part of Leesville teaching staff. Taytro talked about what…
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Got Chalk?
Gymnastics involves the use of physical strength, flexibility, balance, control, power and agility. In fact, it dates all the way back to 1896 when it was first introduced to the Olympics. Now, high schools…
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Alex Stewart makes LRHS Varsity Soccer
The Leesville Road High School men’s soccer team is a regular contender for the Cap-8 title and with strong and physical conference a freshman on varsity is a rare occurrence. Despite the low odds,…
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Comparing the education in America and the UK
24 out of 25 of the top universities in the world are located in the United States or the United Kingdom, according to World University Rankings 2015-2016. Both countries share quality higher education and…
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The Dangers of Brennan Station
Brennan Station is a hotspot for Leesville students seeking a quick bite. Some of the restaurants included are Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Moe’s, Five Guys, and Jersey Mike’s. The plazas are packed during lunch time…
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DIY Terrariums
DIY TERRARIUMS Ever wanted to create your own terrarium? Well the process is simpler than it may seem. Commonly seen on Tumblr, Instagram, home furnishing stores and trendy coffee shops— terrariums add a natural…
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Jared Leins Continues his Baseball Career at Navy
The United State Naval Academy is a four year coeducational federal service academy that is located in Annapolis, Maryland. Jared Leins is a senior pitcher on the Leesville Road Baseball team. He recently announced…
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Crossroads FLEX helps the busy student
Remember the Teen Nick TV show Victorious– a school that allows students to follow their passion of the arts and excel at what they believe in? Viewers wished this school could be a reality…
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#RIPvine
On October 30, 2016 Twitter announced their choice to discontinue the mobile phone application, Vine. Although they did not release the exact date of Vine’s termination from the app store, it was made evident…
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North Carolina Requires New Final Exams
Starting this school year (2016-2017) North Carolina’s State Board of Education has decided to reinstate final exams for certain courses. Before, teachers collaborated on designing the final exam for their class, with the…
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President Obama Visits Chapel Hill
On November 2, President Barack Obama visited the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to drum up support for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton. Other Democrats spoke at the rally as well, including…
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Education in the U.S. and the UK
Taylor Penezic, staff writer 2016-17
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Two Hour Delay on Election Day
All over the country, citizens 18 and older will flock to the polls on November 8. Due to the amount of voters in North Carolina, Wake County Schools have decided that all public schools…
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Concussions Among Student Athletes
Most athletes’ dream is to continue to play the sport they love until they can’t play anymore. Whether it’s to continue in college or to go pro, athletes always have their minds set on…
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Jobs for Life Program
Every Monday and Thursday night through the months of September to November, a group of men, women, and children meet at Millbrook Baptist Church for the Jobs for Life Program sponsored by the Catholic…
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The Job Disparity
For many students, obtaining a first job represents a big leap of one’s journey into adulthood. It is a shining symbol of independence, one that shows that a student will soon be ready to…
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The Air at a Trump Rally
I-95 northbound came to a complete stop Thursday night as cars one-by-one filed off the exit. The parking lot behind the Trump rally’s location was packed before 6 p.m., and people abandoned their cars…
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Trip to Spain and Italy 2018
Although it may be the fall of 2016, it is never too soon to think about what you’re going to do the summer of 2018. One option that has recently come up is travelling…
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Leesville Downs Millbrook on Senior Night
Leesville entered last Friday night’s matchup against Millbrook with a 4-5 record. The Pride needed a win to improve their hopes of being in the playoffs. Millbrook held a three-game win streak in the…
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High Schoolers Make Halloween Plans
As Halloween approaches, teenagers decide what they are going to do for the holiday. From trick-or-treating to just staying home, high schoolers have a range of options to choose from. The most classic of…
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Mycenaean Poll Reveals Leesville’s Favorite Candy
[pdf-embedder url=”https://www.themycenaean.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/convert-jpg-to-pdf.net_2016-10-31_14-59-16.pdf”] Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
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Dance Ensemble Video
Kyla Stone-Houze, staff writer 2017-18
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College Tours: The Ultimate Guide
According to a recent study done by The National Center for Educational Statistics, there are 4,726 public and private universities available for students to attend in the United States. According to the same source,…
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Comedy and Politics Go Hand in Hand
The 2016 presidential election may seem like something out of a Saturday Night Live skit, but it’s all too real. However, shows like Saturday Night Live, Last Week Tonight, and other late night shows…
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Welcome to “The Stage”
Over the past week there has been speculation as to when Avenged Sevenfold would release their new single. On October 13, with very little warning, fans got what they wanted. Avenged Sevenfold’s “The Stage”…
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World Series has Leesville on Edge
It is a proud moment for Cubs fans the world over: For the first time since 1945, the Chicago Cubs are set to take the stage in the World Series, the biggest event in…
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Students Go Behind the Wheel
After taking the in-class portion of driver’s education, one of the most nerve-racking things for new student drivers is finally sitting behind the wheel for the first time. While earning your permit and license…
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Big Baby D.R.A.M.– Fire Beats and few Memorable Tracks
October 1, 2016 saw the release of D.R.A.M.’s debut self-titled album, Big Baby D.R.A.M. D.R.A.M.’s real name is Shelley Marshaun Massenburg-Smith. He was born in Germany and grew up in Virginia. Appearing on the…
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Men’s Soccer Overcomes Conference Rivals
The stage was set last Monday night as the men’s soccer team faced off against conference rivals, Millbrook. In what was a very exciting game, Leesville’s superior passing and defending led the Pride to…
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Can Starting School Later Benefit Student Learning?
Over the past few years, researchers have found scientific proof high schools should start later. According to the National Sleep Foundation, teens need anywhere from eight and a half to 9 and one fourth…
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Does the Use of Technology Help or Harm Students?
There’s no doubt that technology and phones have impacted our lives in drastic ways. Our generation is able to obtain information much easier than generations before us. If a student now needs to know…
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Opinion: Colin Kaepernick Should Respect the Anthem
Colin Kaepernick, a quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, has created recent controversy over the National Anthem and what it stands for. Kaepernick has been taking a knee while the Anthem is played prior…
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Should students attend school when sick?
When a student wakes up in the morning feeling ill, it can be difficult for him or her to decide whether or not to go to school. Some decide to take a day off…
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9 things that Leesville needs
[View the story “9 things that Leesville needs” on Storify] Heidi Kreis, editor in chief 2016-17
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Why Bands Cover Songs
Bands are always releasing new and fresh material, but every now and then a current band will release their own twist on a classic. With trends in music constantly fluctuating, why do bands feel…
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Swim Interest Meeting Held
On October 17, a swim and dive interest meeting was held in the weight room. Swimmers, from all grades, gathered to receive information about the new swim season. In order for students to play…
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LRHS College Fair
[pdf-embedder url=”https://www.themycenaean.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Stoflet_CollegeFair.pdf”] Sarah Stoflet, staff writer 2016-17
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Vandals Strike Leesville
On Thursday, October 13 and Friday, October 14, Leesville Road High School was vandalized, resulting in the relocation of classes, extensive cleaning and an ongoing investigation. What got vandalized? The streaks of vandalism began…
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Girls Tennis Wins First Ever CAP-8 Title
On Thursday, October sixth, the Leesville women’s tennis team won the CAP-8 conference title after defeating Sanderson. Winning 5-4, the team was able to clinch a share of the championship with Sanderson. It is…
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Hurricane Matthew Brings Death and Devastation to North Carolina
As of October 19, Hurricane Matthew has cost the lives of twenty-five North Carolinians, and destroyed countless homes, trees, power lines, and cars. The rainfall from the storm also flooded numerous major thoroughfares throughout…
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Students Think About Life After High School
From a young age, kids are exposed to different careers through their family members, their friend’s parents, and even their community. Some teens know exactly what they want to do, and even have a…
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Mrs. Ennis’ New Class: Health Team Relations
Some new classes were added to the 2016-2017 Course List, one of which is a class called “Health Team Relations” taught by Susan Ennis, athletic trainer. This class and the courses after provides students…
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Students Experience a Blast from the Past, Star Wars Version
On Tuesday, October 18 the media center staff transformed the usual room full of computers and books into a Star Wars information center in honor of Star Wars Reading Day. If teachers permitted, students…
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Upperclassmen vs. Underclassmen
The universal fear that all freshmen going into high school seem to have: : ‘Will I be picked on?’ In the movies, the upperclassmen of the high school are usually depicted as the bullies,…
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Why You Should Consider WNC for Your Next Weekend Getaway
[View the story “Why You Should Consider Western North Carolina for Your Next Weekend Getaway” on Storify] Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
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Trick or Treat for UNICEF
On October 11, Key Club distributed UNICEF Trick-or-Treat boxes to its members. The boxes are used as a way to promote charity collection during the Halloween season. Since 1950, Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF has asked…
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Pride Complete Season Sweep Over Sanderson
In a dramatic in-conference matchup, the Pride men’s soccer team emerged victorious over the Sanderson Spartans in a 2-1 overtime thriller at Marshall L. Hamilton stadium. To begin the game, the Pride dominated possession…
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Juniors Take on Homecoming
This year’s Homecoming theme was Blast From the Past. The daily themes ranged from Hopes and Dreams Tuesday to, as tradition dictates, Green Out Friday. Sadly, students missed out on Prehistoric Monday due to…
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Hurricane Matthew Swamps Wake County
[View the story “Hurricane Matthew Swamps Wake County” on Storify] Jonathan Spear, staff writer 2017-18
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Gas crisis strikes NC
Last week, a leak in a major gas pipeline has caused a large shortage of gasoline for drivers in 5 different states. The cause of the leak is still unknown, but over 250,000 gallons…