All posts published in June 2023
June 21, 2023 Over the past two years, I have had the privilege of serving as an editor-in-chief, a role that challenged me in ways I never expected. I have spent countless hours after school formatting the newspaper and problem-solving pages that were difficu... More »
June 20, 2023 Walking through the halls as a freshman on the first day of school, I regarded the seniors as so much older and more mature than me. As I observed them, I wondered what the next four years would have in store for me. It is surreal to be that sen... More »
June 19, 2023 I started my first day at LHS with journalism, where I quickly realized I was the only freshman in the class. At that moment, my nerves were going crazy. However, from then on, I never ceased to surprise myself with my accomplishments. Even befor... More »
June 18, 2023 As I reflect on my four years, I am overcome with memories that I will always treasure. My time at LHS was awesome, and I will miss being in high school. Sports have played a crucial role in my life for as long as I can remember. I am proud of my... More »
June 17, 2023 Since my freshman year, almost every senior I have encountered said, “High school goes by so fast.” They were right. Once I realized I should enjoy every last bit of high school, I began to appreciate each moment. The growth I have observed in ... More »
June 16, 2023 Looking back on my time at LHS, I am grateful and proud of all the experiences I will be taking with me. They have all helped me grow as a leader and person. I played football for three years, spending two of them on varsity. As a result of my me... More »
June 15, 2023 I started high school as a naive freshman who had a myriad of assumptions about the upcoming four years. Although it has not been what I expected, I now know that everything unfolded perfectly and contributed to my personal growth. I was terrifie... More »
June 14, 2023 As I begin my senior tribute, I consider the words of convicted Australian editor and free speech activist Julian Assange, who said, “Every time we witness an injustice and do not act, we train our character to be passive in its presence and ther... More »
June 13, 2023 As the final days of high school are upon me, I reminisce about my time at LHS, which flew by faster than I could have ever imagined. I’ve evolved over the years, and I’ve loved being a member of organizations including the Future Business Leade... More »
June 12, 2023 Wow, it’s finally my turn to write my senior tribute. After seeing my sister, Alexa, write her senior tribute three years ago, I was sure the journalism program would be a significant part of my high school career. I have been an active member of... More »
June 11, 2023 By Ava Gonzalez Staff Writer As graduation day approaches, it can be fun to take a look at some outstanding commencement speeches from recent years. After searching YouTube for the very best, I have compiled a list of the top 10 college commencem... More »
June 10, 2023 By Caila Barreiros Staff Writer Traveling has always been a significant aspect of my identity. Growing up as a first-generation American, I spent many of my summers in Spain where the rest of my family lives. While there was a hiatus in my travel... More »
