Category: Uncategorized
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Are the lockers a waste of space?
The locker bays are a space for students to eat lunch, work, or just hang out, but are they practical to still have around? A poll posted on the LRHS Newspaper Instagram showed that…
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Stuffed animals
Almost every child develops a strong attachment to a stuffed animal they receive at a young age. Stuffed animals provide comfort and security for little children and serve as a childhood memento for those…
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The Happiness and Positivity Club
The Happiness and Positivity Club is one of Leesville Road High School’s newest clubs. It was founded by Kaylee O’Brien in the first semester of the 2023-2024 school year. On the third Tuesday of…
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Should Leesville Have Outdoor Classrooms?
Leesville has 83 minute class periods which leads students to be cooped up in classrooms all day. It can be hard for students to focus for the full 83 minutes making them not get…
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Senior bricks in newspaper class
Every year, the graduating seniors in the newspaper class are offered a brick to paint in room 240 (Newspaper room). Every senior in the class for at least two semesters can pick a brick…
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Senior Spirit Week
The week of May 20 through the 25th is Senior Spirit Week. Each day of the week has a different theme for LRHS seniors to follow. Monday was Dress Like Little Me Day, Tuesday…
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Is Lululemon still popular?
Over the past couple of years, the athleisure brand, Lululemon, has exploded in popularity. Despite changing trends, audiences, and styles, Lululemon has maintained its position as a known clothing brand. This being said, I…
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Benefits of having a job in high school
High school comes with trials and tribulations, fees, and life lessons. So what if I told you that there’s a way to combat all of that and take charge of your high school experience?…
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Should LRHS re-open the bathrooms?
Over the summer, before the 2022-2023 school year, Leesville Road High School installed a new fire alarm system. This system ensured that Leesville would have the latest technology to detect possible fire hazards. Along…
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Mrs. Batten’s social studies movies
Mrs. Batten, a social studies teacher here at Leesville, has movies she plays for all of her classes to enhance the learning experience. Batten teaches AP US Government and Politics, AP Psychology, and Economics…
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What is the Met Gala
The Met Gala is an annual fundraising gala held for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute in Manhattan, New York. This televised event occurs on the first Monday of May,…
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Owala Water Bottle Review
Like most Owala customers, I heard about the Owala water bottle through social media. The viral FreeSip bottle features a dual mouthpiece that combines a regular mouthpiece and a straw. On top of the…
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Should licensed sophomores be able to go off-campus?
North Carolina allows students to get their license at the age of 16 if they have completed all of the legal requirements. For the first six months of being licensed, teenagers can drive from…
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Disney World vs Universal Studios
Walt Disney World and Universal Studios are entertainment complexes located in Orlando, Florida. Both of these amusement parks make millions of dollars of revenue annually, bringing in tourists from across the globe. There is…
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ASMR
ASMR stands for autonomous sensory meridian response. It is the term for the sensation people get when they watch or listen to stimulating videos. These videos are accessible on apps such as TikTok, YouTube,…
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AP Precalculus exam
College Board introduced AP Precalculus as an AP Class this school year. This May is the first AP exam season that includes Precalculus, and the date is fast approaching. Because AP Precalculus is brand…
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WRAL Azalea Gardens for prom
The WRAL Azalea Gardens in downtown Raleigh boast beautiful scenery and architecture. As a result, the gardens were one of the most popular places for prom pictures this year. Prior to prom, I’d never…
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The open mic experience
Open mic nights are events where talented individuals may show off their skills in front of an audience. They are open for anyone brave enough to participate and are an exciting way to grow…
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Flipturn concert review
Indie rock band, Flipturn, performed at The Ritz in Raleigh, NC on Apr 17, 2024. Going into the concert, I knew maybe three of the band’s songs. I got a ticket to the concert…
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Motivational messages in the Media Center
Hidden on the back of a whiteboard in Leesville’s media center lies notes written in erasable ink. The notes contain motivational messages that change every day and uplift the moods of people passing by.…
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Are college advisors worth it?
College advisors, like everything related to the college application process, have their pros and cons. From one perspective, they offer specialized guidance to help a student create a more well rounded college application. However,…
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“Karma” by JoJo Siwa: bop or flop?
On Friday, April 5, 2024, Jojo Siwa broke the internet by releasing her new song and music video “Karma”. Siwa rose to fame when she joined the Lifetime reality show Dance Moms in 2014.…
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A look into LRHS’s language classes
Leesville offers three foreign language classes for students to take: Spanish, French, and Latin. Each class has many benefits and uses, so it can be hard to choose which to take. Spanish Leesville students…
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Leesville club hockey
Hockey players in the Triangle area could only compete on travel teams, until everything changed last year. In April of 2023, the Triangle Hockey League organization was created. At the time, there were only…
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State fans celebrate NC state win
Hillsborough Street was flooded with NC State fans celebrating the men’s basketball team beating Duke 76-64, and the women’s basketball team beating the Texas Longhorns 76-66 on Sunday, March 31st. Both teams secured their…
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Student spotlight: Molly Ray
Let me introduce you to Leesville’s nicest Mean Girl: Molly Ray. Molly Ray is a senior at Leesville who is very involved in the school. She is on the swim team, she is editor-in-chief…
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What does it mean to be a visionary?
Three Leesville students have been nominated for the 2024 Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Triangle Student Visionaries of the Year Campaign. People often anticipate that high school students are busy juggling various extracurriculars alongside their…
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Student spotlight: Blake Annison
Blake Annison is a sophomore who is heavily involved in the Leesville Road High School community. Annison occupies his time playing for Leesville’s varsity lacrosse team and 3 Point, which is a travel lacrosse…
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Sodabox review
Sodabox is a family-owned business that specializes in custom sodas. Customers can either order directly from Sodabox’s menu or they can customize any drink by choosing a base liquid and adding syrups, purees, or…
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Meet the 2024 LRHS stunt team
The spring sports season is in full swing here at Leesville. Just because football and basketball season is over doesn’t mean the Leesville cheerleaders get a rest. Many of them try out for the…
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Is the American shopping mall really dying?
The American shopping mall has been a staple of society for decades and has gone through many changes during its existence. Malls are indoor shopping centers consisting of various stores and activities. They exploded…
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Song Review: “Your Apartment” by Wallows
After a two-year dry spell, Wallows finally released their new single, “Your Apartment,” on Feb 16, 2024. As a long-time listener of Wallows, I anxiously anticipated the song’s release; I was hoping for a…
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New Podcast: This Might Sound Crazy
At the beginning of second semester, LRHS seniors, Kaelyn McCann and Sami McGaughey, began a new podcast centered on societal, historical, and pop culture scandals and/or controversies. Through the podcast channel on Spotify, listeners…
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Leesville Alumn: Braxton Berrios
Braxton Berrios is a 28 year-old wide receiver and return specialist on the Miami Dolphins. He has had 6 successful seasons playing in the National Football League, but his football career started at Leesville…
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2024-25 Class Registration
Class registration for the 2024-2025 school year is underway. PowerSchool opened for course registrations on March 6. Current eighth graders, freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may enter eight primary classes into the website, as well…
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Should Leesville Have a Men’s Volleyball Team?
Volleyball is a sport that is predominantly played by women but is quickly growing in popularity amongst men. As of now, Leesville does not have a men’s volleyball program, but should that change? Since…
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Teacher Spotlight: Ms. Wrayno
Ms. Jeannine Wrayno is the beloved Technical Theater teacher here at Leesville. She joined the Leesville community in 2003 and has been sharing her love for performing arts with the students ever since. She…
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Leesville Students At NoRa Cafe
NoRa Cafe is known throughout the LRHS student body as a popular study and hangout spot. The cafe provides a wide selection of different pastries, lunch foods, beverages, and a comfortable and ambient atmosphere…
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Our perceptions of others affect Leesville
On the left side — the outfit I dressed in to appear different. On the right side — more traditional outfit I would wear or strive to dress similarly. (Photo courtesy of public domain…
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WCPSS New Spectator Event Bag Policy
On March 1, 2024, the Wake County Public School System will implement a new bag policy for high school spectator events. This new policy is intended to deter people from bringing weapons to these…
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The North Carolina Symphony
The North Carolina Symphony is one of our state’s most esteemed organizations and is full of incredible musical talent. Recently, the orchestra performed on February 17, 2024, at the Martin Marietta Center for the…
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How Did Students Unwind Over The Long Weekend
The Wake County School System had February 19 off in recognition of Presidents Day, and February 20 was a teacher work day. It was a four-day weekend for students. This long weekend comes after…
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Tik Tok Shop
TikTok Shop is a retail store within the TikTok app that enables brands to display products for users to discover and purchase. After months of testing, the online store opened on September 12, 2024.…
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LRHS Dance Team’s Trip to Disney
The Leesville Dance Team and Dance Ensemble — the highest level of dance offered at LRHS– took their annual trip to Disney World this past weekend. The dance program has been taking this field…
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Billy Joel Releases New Song After Almost Two Decades
Billy Joel published his new single titled “Turn the Lights Back On,” on February 1, 2024. This long-awaited release puts him on the growing list of legendary musicians returning to songwriting after long hiatuses.…
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Is Groundhog Day Accurate?
Every year on February 2, Punxsutawney Phil emerges from his burrow in Pennsylvania to predict the forecast for the coming months. Groundhog Day originated from the German holiday called Candlemas. (A Western Christian festival…
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Mental Health Awareness Club
The LRHS Mental Health Awareness Club hosted its third meeting on Thursday, February first, 2024. This fun, easy-going club meets once a month and is always welcoming new members. Jayden Camilo, president, and his…
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LRHS Rising 9th Grade Open House
The Leesville Liaisons are hosting a Rising 9th Grade Open House on February 8 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. At the Open House, incoming freshmen will hear a presentation from Principal Jacobs and…
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Raising Cane’s
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is a fast-food chain that specializes in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, and Texas toast. On November 7, 2024, the third Raising Cane’s restaurant in North Carolina opened on Franklin…
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Second Semester Transition
To end each year having taken at least eight classes, LRHS students take four classes per semester. This allows students to make sure they earn all of their necessary credits to graduate by the…