Tag: student life
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Popular makeup styles at leesville
There are hundreds of different makeup products on the market, and many are in the makeup bags of Leesville students. The variety of makeup products that people buy can reflect their unique styles and…
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What Leesville students are doing for spring break
Many students are utilizing the week-long school break to travel with family. Some students are using the time to take college tours to explore potential schools. (Photo credits- Maren Uria).
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What goes on behind the middle school musical
High schoolers volunteers assist the middle school actors before and during the show to reach the best final product. High School students help with things such as hair, makeup, body mics, and more. (Photo…
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The rise in thrifting at Leesville Road High School
Thrift stores are notorious for their various clothing, styles, and colors. Students who shop at thrift stores are often drawn to quirky, one-of-a-kind pieces that thrift stores offer. (Collage credit: Maren Uria)
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Leesville has awesome performances at track meet vs. Sanderson
On March 22, 2025, a number of Leesville freshmen and sophomores raced at the Triangle Challenge 2025 hosted by Sanderson High School. These students, who are a part of the Leesville Track & Field…
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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,…
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A look into the life of Genesis Mejia
Genesis Mejia enjoys homecoming, bringing the same confidence and passion she has for music. Whether singing or celebrating, she always shines.(Used by permission of Genesis Mejia)
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LRHS Sophomore Council is Looking for More Members
This past week, sophomore council gathered and made posters for Women’s History Month. Each poster had a historically important woman on it, and they were placed on different teachers’ doors. Kira White, sophomore, is…
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Is AP art worth taking, is it good or Bad?
An AP art piece from my portfolio. A heart in melting ice being stabbed by a knife. (photo courtesy of Abby Crawford)
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Pros and cons of the LRHS school schedule
Leesville Road High School operates on a structured daily schedule. Each school day is divided into four class periods, with each period lasting 83 minutes. This block scheduling allows for longer time in classes…
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The Best stores to Shop for Spring Break clothes
As spring lines start to come to trending shopping brands, people rush to begin their spring/summer shopping. Common shopping centers in the Raleigh area include Crabtree Valley Mall and Brier Creek Shopping Center (Photo…
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Is Rasing Canes coming to Raleigh, NC?
Fast-Food enjoyers from across the research triangle travel to Chapel Hill to eat at Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers (Photo Courtesy of Public Domain)
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Does slang affect teachers’ communication with students?
Every generation has their own slang, from the groovy boomers, to the rad gen x-ers, and the basic millennials. Each generation creates their own language, which the previous generation struggles to keep up with.…
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The history and evolution of the beloved Leesville Loonies
The Leesville Loonies cheer on throughout the football season. Here the Loonies are seen in ‘Looneyville’, the student section for the Loonies. (Photo Courtesy of Daniela Plata)
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The students of leesvilles favorite TV shows and movies
Photo courtesy of Michael Ogbuowelu
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The challenges of leesville students frequent absences
The ALC room is a place where students who are behind on their work can go to catch up. It provides a quiet space for them to focus and complete missed assignments. (Photo courtesy…
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Should sophomores be allowed to go off campus for lunch?
At Leesville Road high school, juniors and seniors are able to leave the school during their lunch period, if they have a pass. The rule at our school is that sophomores and freshmen are…
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Traditional vs year-round school schedule: which is better?
All schools want what’s best for their students. This means figuring out a well balanced and manageable schedule for the students, as well as teachers. There are two different types of schedules to pick…
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Defining popularity as a high school student
Being popular is something many people, especially high school students, strive to be. High school students often define popularity by social influence, recognition, and fitting in with their peers. Popular students are typically known,…
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Are energy drinks that bad for you?
Alani Nu is a very popular energy drink brand. Alani uses celebrities like Paris Hilton, pictured above holding their recently added pink slush flavor. (Photo Courtesy Alani nutrition.)
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Do students need to take standardized tests?
The senior class of 2024 preference regarding SAT vs. ACT. Based on the map, students slightly preferred the ACT. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia)
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The Best Tips for a Flawless Tan
Tanning is the secret to your ultimate summer glow up. Follow a few simple steps, and you’ll be bronzed in no time! (Photo Courtesy of Creative Commons).
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How good is Hillsborough St tattoo and piercing shop?
Hillsborough St Tattoo and piercing shop logo, and as seen, established in 2014. (photo courtesy of Hillsborough St Tattoo website.)
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THe difference between each class council
Now Sophomore Class Council proudly poses in front of their “Class of 2027” Pep Rally banner. Each class council was expected to create and hang their own banner for their grade’s section at the…
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This years men’s golf team tryouts
Golfers from one of Leesville’s previous teams warm up with some training at the driving range. Similar to how it went at tryouts, the golfers demonstrate their accuracy, strength, and precision. (Used by permission…
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Are educational school tours worth it?
LRHS has hosted several trips to various countries abroad through EF Educational Tours, a program that creates educator-led tours. These effectively serve as the high school version of field trips–for those who want to…
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the 2025 Raleigh summer youth employment program
The Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program allows teens all over Raleigh the opportunity to get work experience over the summer. Teens work actively in the community to better the City of Raleigh. (Photo Courtesy…
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Leesville Students daily listening habits
Leesville students listen to a variety of music during the school day. Scan the Spotify codes to listen to some students’ favorite genres and artists. (Collage credit: Maren Uria)
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What is Singles Awareness Day
Singles Awareness Day is celebrated on February 15th, the day after Valentine’s Day. It’s a day for those not in happy relationships to celebrate the joys of being single. Dating app companies like Tinder…
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Leesville Road High School phone policy
Mrs. Williams´s ALC room is just one example of how teachers are utilizing the phone policy at Leesville. Students must put their phones in the phone jail to ensure no phone usage. (Photo courtesy:…
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Introducing the new newspaper staff writers
The start of the second semester means fresh staff for The Mycenaean. Seven new writers joined our team this spring: Madeline Gransden, Matas Karkauskas, Gaby Lefcheck, Michael Ogbuowelu, Emerson Swope, Maren Uria, and Maya…
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Why are swimsuits so expensive now?
Swimsuits are an essential part of everyone’s summer wardrobe. The fabric is small, yet the cost is high—so why is that? (Photo from Kulani Kinis Instagram)
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The benefits of yoga on the mind and body
Synonymously breathing and stretching may seem simple, but it has numerous benefits for the mind and body. Yoga is for everyone, and it’s something everyone should consider incorporating into their routine. (Photo courtesy of…
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Leesville student’s opinions on the snow make-up days
In the past two months, there have been three snow storms in Wake County. The weather has caused school to be canceled five times and delayed once. Wake County has found a way to…
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The best places to eat off-campus at Leesville
The Raleigh area has many places to go out to eat. As a rising junior, I need to get ideas of good places to eat around Leesville’s campus. Ryan Huffman, senior, cannot decide on…
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Is a separate app for Instagram Reels Really necessary?
Meta is the parent company of Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. The workers at Meta have been considering separating Instagram Reels, a section of Instagram made for short-form videos, from the app itself. “I love…
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How do Leesville high schoolers Balance school and sports?
Leesville Road High School offers 36 sports for boys and girls. These sports range from wrestling and diving, to soccer and football. There are so many options to pick from but, students have to…
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What is the most popular music genre in each US state?
With the United States being a very diverse country, musical diversity is not an exclusion. Ranging from metal to rap music, each state has its own most prominent genre. Today we are going to…
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Galentines day a choice rather than valentines day
Many Galentine’s events are filled with red, pink, and white decorations. This one was held this past weekend by Leesville students. (Photo Courtesy of Lilliana Rodriguez).
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Leesville student begin class selection
Leesville students will meet with their counselors in room 3 in the coming weeks to discuss class selections. They will discuss topics such as GPA and the perfect class selection. (Photo credits: Maren Uria).
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Off Campus Lunch passes at Leesville Road High school
All students with a license can buy a parking spot at LRHS. However, only those with an off-campus pass are allowed to leave during lunch hours. (Photo courtesy of Emerson Swope).
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Service Clubs at Leesville Road High School
Students meet in the library for Key Club meetings. Here they discuss service opportunities and do hands on service projects for service 1-2 hours after school. (Photo courtesy of: Key Club Instagram)
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Teacher workdays are now normal school days
Amid the unusual snow in the triangle area this winter, Wake County Public Schools have been left to figure out how we will make up for the lost educational hours. Wake County’s policy states…
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A review of the new Bad Cat Coffee Shop
Signs from the road, their loyalty punch card, and one of their coffees. (Photo courtesy of Abby Crawford.)
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Dull mirrors in the bathroom should be updated to better mirrors
Pictured, a poor-quality mirror located in a bathroom at LRHS. Although high-quality mirrors are not a necessity, having them could make an impact among students. (Photo courtesy of Kaylee O’brien.)
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Language classes at Leesville Road High School
Leesville’s World Language hallway has an eye-catching decoration with flags from various Spanish-speaking countries. Senor Barbosa’s class is next to these flags, he teaches Spanish classes at Leesville. (Photo credits: Maren Uria)
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A new semester for leesville students
Students are in their first week of biology, there they are taking their first quiz. Students in this class have many new learning opportunities. (Photo courtesy of Maren Uria)
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Viewing Bojack Horseman through the eyes of The Great Gatsby
Just like every other high school junior, I had the opportunity to read The Great Gatsby in my English class. During this time, I happened to be watching the Netflix show Bojack Horseman. Processing…
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Students at Leesville Are Starting Their Own unique Businesses
Leesville is full of students with special talents or skills. Some students choose to put their skills to work and make a business out of it. These entrepreneurs spend many hours on their work…
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How do game day nerves effect student athletes?
Chase Harrison performing at a high level regardless of his pre-race nerves, resulting in a win for leesville Track and Field. (Photo courtsey of Gabriella Cueto)