Tag: opinion
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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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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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High schoolers react to Charlie Kirk’s death
Most Americans have probably heard about the death of Charlie Kirk a couple of weeks ago. His divisive politics spread across the nation for years, and his stance on gun violence was arguably not…
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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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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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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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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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All About Sunburns: Risks, Prevention, and Treatment
With summer approaching, people are starting to spend more time in the sun as temperatures rise and UV levels increase. Whether you’re tanning by the pool or getting some color while playing outside, it…
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End of the Carolina Hurricanes’ season
The Carolina Hurricanes concluded the 2024-25 season in second place in the Metropolitan Division, with a record of 47 wins, 30 losses, and 4 ties. Their surprising seventh consecutive playoff run was cut short…
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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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What is students’ favorite part of school?
Leesville Road High School stands out for its diverse clubs, student artwork that is displayed in the halls, and active participation in sports and other extracurricular activities. Because of how many options there are,…
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How TikTok and Instagram Are Changing Music Discovery
With the rise of social media platforms comes the discovery of many things, including fashion trends, music, and dances. TikTok and Instagram have become extraordinarily influential, allowing users to share content that can reach…
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Why people should watch reality TV
When people hear “reality TV,” they think that it’s just a bunch of dramatic people fighting over dumb things. If you look a little closer, reality shows can actually teach you some important things,…
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A guide to the Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum, also known as The Met is located in Manhattan, New York City. The Met opened in 1870 and has stood tall showcasing historical artifacts from thousands of years ago. Showing paintings…
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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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a Review Of “The Athroprocine Reviewed” by john green
John Green, a notable author and educator who is best known for his award-winning books The Fault in Our Stars and Looking for Alaska makes a notable change from his Young Adult Fiction genre…
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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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Is studying for tests and quizzes necessary?
Many students face one to two in-class tests each week, depending on the classes they take. In addition, they usually have one to two quizzes per week. The large number of tests students take…
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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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Was your AP exam studying successful?
The weeks May 5-9 and May 12-16 were the weeks of AP exams. Students take these exams to get a college credit for the AP course. Many students took AP classes and tested, but…
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How many hours of sleep should high schoolers get?
Sleep is essential for all people, but especially students. When brains are still developing, it’s important to allow them a full eight hours of sleep to regain their power. However, most students do not…
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The Age of AI and its effects on high schoolers
ChatGPT was introduced on November 30, 2022. Many students see this as an easier alternative to doing schoolwork. They can ask a question and get an answer in seconds. This shortcut, while it has…
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What is the perfect hair routine throughout the week?
Dealing with your hair throughout the week can be stressful and time consuming. If you want to save time in the morning, have less stress, and like to switch up your look between curls,…
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Top Ten Horror Movies According to a Teenage Girl
Looking for something to watch that’ll spike your heart rate and is a favorite of one random teenage girl? Then look no further; this list has slashers, thrillers, and movies with the best final…
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How to choose the best jewlery for you
Wearing jewelry is the perfect way to enhance your outfit. Deciding what jewelry metal looks best on you can be determined by several simple factors (Photo Courtesy of Creative Commons).
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Why are we still in class after AP exams?
Pictured, an empty AP classroom after exams, with students on their phone or catching up on work from other classes. This is the reality for many college-level courses once AP testing is over. (Photo…
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What would happen if school turned into a musical
Many popular musicals take place in a High School. These musicals showcase high school students’ drama and everyday life when singing is prioritized. (Photo credit WRAL).
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How do Leesville students interact with their siblings?
Your sibling can either be your best friend, or your worst enemy, and throughout your life your relationship can change. But ,you know you always love them. There is a very stereotypical dynamic between…
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Essential items for school
Some students prefer to carry purses instead of backpacks. The purse shown in the image contains car keys, an essential item for students who drive to school. (Photo courtesy of Emerson Swope)
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Is jewelry important for teenagers?
For many years, jewelry has been a symbol of wealth, culture, and self expression. However, for a society who values minimalism, many people wonder, is jewelry even important anymore? For most people, the answer…
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Is Chic-fil-a or Bojangles better?
Many teens love fast food. Some fast food places are specialized in some sort of food category, such as how Taco Bell specializes in tacos. Chick-fil-a and Bojangles are both extremely popular fast food…
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How different are schools in Europe? A foreign exchange student’s perspective
Being a foreign exchange student in the U.S. for over 8 months now, I feel like I have fully experienced school here, and it is very distinct from what I’m used to. Hence, today…
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Body Tea for the Summer
Squidward serving body for the summer in his all-pink outfit.(Photo courtesy via Pinterest)
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Mean Girls Lied to Me About Prom
Today’s prom feels more like a flashy photoshoot than a magical milestone. The more we try to make prom “perfect”, the less magical the night feels. (Photo courtesy of Kevin O’Brien)
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Do energy drinks actually work?
Energy drinks are very popular with high school students. They provide caffeine, which helps students stay awake and remain more focused when in school or work. But, is this really true? Or is it…
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THE BEST Party games to fill the silence
When you and a group of friends finally get together it can be hard to figure out what you want to do to make the time pass. While party games have slowly died down…
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Teenagers are excited and expectant for GTA 6
After years of waiting, Grand Theft Auto VI is finally going to be released soon, and students at Leesville are very excited. Rockstar Games recently announced that the highly anticipated game is set for…
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Reviewing self-titled Malcolm Todd’s album
About Malcolm Todd Malcolm Todd is a young and upcoming singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, California. He began self-releasing music in 2022, at the age of 18. In 2023, his music began going viral on…
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Spring has sprung at Leesville Road High School
The 2025 spring season has begun at Leesville Road High School. The flowers are blooming and the sky is clear. However, that’s not what it looks like everyday. Spring season is known for its…
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2000/2010’s TV shows are the best
The 2000’s and 2010’s were a fantastic time for TV shows. Shows like Gossip Girl, Gilmore Girls, One Tree Hill, and Grey’s Anatomy became famous and are still extremely popular. I believe that shows…
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Why it’s okay to not have your next 40 years planned
Every teenager gets asked a million questions about their future when they go over to their Aunt Marie’s house for Thanksgiving. You just want to enjoy a meal, but instead get bombarded with questions…
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From computer screens to the cinemas: A Minecraft Movie
On April 4, 2025, A Minecraft Movie arrived on the big screens all across the US. The movie, as revealed by the title, is based on the well-known video game, Minecraft, by Mojang Studios.…
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Is Leesville High school a safe space for students?
When sending their kids to school, many parents have the underlying fear that something might happen to their children when away. Whether that may be breaking a bone, weather issues, or school intruders, Wake…
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What is the best bathroom on campus?
Leesville’s bathroom issues first started in May of 2023, and two years later, they still haven’t been fixed. It all first started in the summer before the 2022-23 school year when the new fire…
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The effects of the BMI scale on teens
A Body Mass Index(BMI) chart, identifies height on the x-axis and weight on the y-axis. Each color represents the space in which weight is considered healthy or unhealthy. (Photo courtesy of Creative Commons)
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New live action Bambi Movie
Disney announces a live-action Bambi and promises it will be darker than any audience expects or needs. (Photo Courtesy of abigail crawford.)
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Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins: Book review
Sunrise on the Reaping is the much anticipated fifth installment of Suzanne Collins’s bestselling series The Hunger Games. The book follows Haymitch Abernathy, a side character from the original trilogy, as he attempts to…
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How to get through rejection season
The months of February, March, and April can be hard on some high schoolers; they can get cut from spring sports teams, rejected from college, or even turned down by a potential prom date.…
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Which is better: staycations or vacations?
Spring break this year takes place from March 29 to April 6. During spring break, students get to take a break off from school in between the 3rd and 4th quarter. Over this break,…