Tag: Leesville
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Leesville Homecoming 2025
Leesville’s Homecoming theme for 2025 is Luau at Loonieville, incorporating a fun, tropical, and vibrant theme. The Homecoming Game is scheduled for October 10, and the dance is scheduled on the following day, October…
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New and improved tailgate at Leesville!
Leesville’s Executive Council brought the Homecoming Tailgate back with a bang this year – with the help of other Leesville clubs and volunteers, the tailgate was a huge success. The tailgate is a tradition…
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Reveiw: Leesville first semi-formal Homecoming dance
The 2025 Homecoming Dance was a huge success with about 500 tickets sold. The theme, Luau at Loonieville, allowed for tropical decor and a Hawaiian touch. In previous years, the Homecoming Dance was casual…
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Leesville’s 2025 Homecoming Court winners
On Friday, October 10, 2025, Leesville’s 2025 Homecoming Court walked at halftime of the LRHS football game against Enloe. All the students of Leesville voted for one senior guy and one senior girl from…
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The effects ChatGPT vs Gemini
Students have become attached to using ChatGPT over the past few years. Students depend on it for a plethora of reasons, from being an editorial companion to a quick resource for facts. However, Wake…
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The changes in Leesville’s Phone Policy
On July 1, NC Governor Josh Stein signed House Bill 959 into law. This law “requires school districts to adopt policies prohibiting students from ‘using, displaying, or having a wireless communication device turned on’…
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The SpeakHER organization at Leesville
SpeakHER is an emerging women’s empowerment and advocacy group at Leesville, providing a platform for girls without a voice to be heard and supported when they need it most. It’s designed to serve as…
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Theacher Spotlight: Mr. Craddock
Mr. Craddock has made a name for himself as one of the most beloved teachers throughout Leesville. Students who have had him as a teacher have praised him for his high-energy approach to teaching…
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Leesville 2025 Homecoming Football Game
On Friday, October 10, 2025, the Pride Varsity football team beat Enloe to win the 2025 Homecoming football game. The score at the end of the game was 40-13. “I thought it was really…
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What is Leesville Younglife?
Leesville Younglife is a community of LRHS students who come together to learn about and appreciate the Christian faith. College students lead the club, and they host engaging activities weekly–some focused on worship, and…
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Do Leesville students have enough time at lunch
Lunch at Leesville Road High School from bell to bell currently is 35 minutes long. At that time, students who stay on campus are expected to buy their food from the lunch line or…
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The Mental Health of Leesville Students
We are currently in what can only be described by the CDC as a mental health crisis. School is something that strongly affects students’ mental health. Some students become more stressed out with their…
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Who Won Leesville 2025 Powderpuff?
Leesville’s Powderpuff game is an annual tradition during Homecoming spirit week. The girls play in a flag football game while boys coach and cheer. On October 6, 2025, the first day of spirit week,…
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Leesville SNAC Club Hosts Their First Meeting
As the school year begins, Leesville’s Special Needs Awareness Club (SNAC), is in full swing. SNAC is a club where students and students in special needs programs are given an opportunity to socialize. On…
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Do People Actually Listen to Announcements?
Leesville’s morning announcements are just a part of the day for most students. They’re how a lot of people keep up to date with LRHS events. Announcements normally occur after first period, and during…
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Why Are Only Football Games Allowed to Have Spirit Themes?
Both soccer and football are largely celebrated in America, Leesville high school is no exception to this. The football games are a big deal at Leesville. The bleachers are always filled or overflowing with…
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Powderpuff Football: Leesville’s Fun Way to Boost School Spirit
Powderpuff is a football game where girls play and boys can either cheer or coach the girls. Any girl can join and participate in the game. To sign up, there is a google form…
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How do Leesville Students Celebrate Homecoming?
Homecoming is a high school and college tradition throughout America that helps “welcome back” students and alumni. Leesville hosts various traditions during Homecoming Week, including a pep rally, parade, tailgate, football game, spirit week,…
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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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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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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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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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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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All about Capital Pride
Capital Pride is Leesville’s most advanced choir, showcasing a blend of talent, teamwork, and dedication. The choir is split up into many different leadership roles to make sure it remains organized, such as choir…
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The 25-26 Leesville PTSA
The PTSA, which stands for Parent Teacher Student Association, is a group that creates new ideas and improves the school with the help of volunteers. They also manage funding for different activities and big…
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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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The incredible experience of the North Carolina Governor’s School
Before I attended the North Carolina Governor’s School, past alumni told me that the experience was one of the best times of their lives. I was skeptical, but these words have proved to be…
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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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Title: Tips on how to succeed in high school
High school is a big part of life because it’s the start of your future. There are so many ways you can be successful in these years to prepare you for your next stage…
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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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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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The LRHS spring dance concert
From May 21-22, the LRHS beginning, intermediate, proficient, and Dance Ensembles performed their final show of the year, their spring concert. Each level of dance classes works together to choreograph and perform solos, duets,…
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Which is better? Murphy vs Main Building cafeterias
Lunchtime is one of the most important breaks in a school day. It gives students a chance to relax, recharge, and catch up with friends. At our school, we have two main dining spaces:…
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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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Coffee vs. energy drinks
Whether it be for an energy boost or simply for the taste, many Leesville students drink some kind of caffeinated beverage before or during the school day; the two most popular options being coffee…
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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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LRHS Spring dance concert
The LRHS Dance Department performed their spring concert this last Wednesday, May 21, and Thursday, May 22. The majority of the dances are choreographed by students, with input as needed by Shannon Carr, dance…
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Students excitement over AP exams
AP exams are for two weeks straight, starting on May 5, 2025, and ending on May 16, 2025. These two weeks are consistently students’ favorite time of the year. “I just love it so…
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Finals week survival guide
After AP exams are over, the last real obstacle standing between students and summer break is their final class exams (unless you’re a senior who’s exempt). It’s tempting to just give up after AP…
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The “Senior-itis” phemonemenon
Towards the end of the year, students start to get burnt out from all their schoolwork and extracurricular activities. This burnout is mostly prevalent in the senior class because of the end of their…
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Unusual Powderpuff game
This year’s Powderpuff game was nothing short of unusual. Typically, Leesville’s annual Powderpuff game is held during or right after football season, so sometime in the fall. Football players have the opportunity to either…
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Thunderbolts Movie Review & Analysis: Marvel’s Most Unlikely Team-Up
The latest addition to the Marvel Universe, Thunderbolts*, premiered on April 22, 2025, and fans are not disappointed. As a long-time Marvel fan, I didn’t know what to expect when I sat down in…