Dec. 27, 2019 By Julia Glowacki Staff Writer 2020 marks the start of a new decade. It also signals the departure of several shows and movies that are currently available on Netflix. When the new decade begins, Netflix will be getting rid of “Friends.” This pop... More »
Dec. 26, 2019 By Emily Gabriel Staff Writer With 2020 right around the corner, students are looking for ways to make the new year count. Here are 12 tips for teenagers to bring nothing but positive vibes to the upcoming year: 1. Set a goal. A new year calls fo... More »
Dec. 22, 2019 By Lea Torppey Webmaster Holiday break: a week to relax on the couch, stay cozy in a warm blanket, drink hot cocoa and watch some Netflix. Here are the shows LHS’ students and faculty say you should be watching: “The Office”Brando Soriano, senior... More »
Dec. 18, 2019 By Emily Gabriel Staff Writer Winter brings festivity and good vibes, but the cold weather does not have the same positive impact on people’s skin. The drop in temperature brings dry skin, which can be painful and annoying, especially because nob... More »
Dec. 17, 2019 By Joe Arino-Sandomenico Editor Most people say they like having friends and spending time with them. However, friends aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. As rhythm and blues singer Edwin Starr said about war, friends are good for “absolutely no... More »
Dec. 14, 2019 By Val Novak Staff Writer In the second episode of the monthly podcast “The Social Hive,” sophomore Valentina Novak and her guest sophomore Claudia Lapinski discuss the effects of Advanced Placement classes and mental health among teens. Novak’s ... More »
Dec. 12, 2019 By Ghita Kdiry Staff Writer In May, Colorado became the first state to pass a law capping insulin costs at $100 co-pay per month for people with insurance. Now, Illinois is following in Colorado’s footsteps. On Nov. 14, following approval by the ... More »
Dec. 10, 2019 By Rafaella Paes Staff Writer The Lighthouse’s Athlete of the Month is senior Isaiah DeLaCruz. He is the starting safety and wide receiver on the football team. DeLaCruz made the varsity team this year and proved himself to be a dedicated footbal... More »
Dec. 9, 2019 By Valentina Novak Staff Writer Thirty students got the opportunity to visit the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York on Nov. 26 to learn about the Holocaust, a genocide that led to the deaths of 6 million Jews and 5 million non-Jews. Over the co... More »
Dec. 6, 2019 By Kevin Garcia Staff Writer This year is wrapping up fast, so buckle up because we’re taking a ride down memory lane. Without further ado, here is a list of The Lighthouse staff’s top picks of 2019: Best Movie: “Avengers: Endgame” In April, Marve... More »
Dec. 4, 2019 By Julia Glowacki Staff Writer Cold weather doesn’t mean the end of style. This holiday season, fuse sophistication and celebration with these four trends: Dusters in basic colors like black, grey and white are perfect because they can match almo... More »
Dec. 2, 2019 By Dean Woolis Staff Writer In Episode 2 of “Music in the Minutes,” freshman Dean Woolis previews the rock band album “Father of All” by Green Day. The album is set to be released on Feb. 7, 2020. More »
