June 9, 2026 I remember reading the senior tributes at the end of my freshman year, thinking I had a long way to go, but now, it is my turn. In eighth grade, when it came time for me to select my electives for the following year, I immediately chose journalis... More »
June 9, 2026 Midnights at the kitchen table, proofreading articles; car rides to school, studying professional newspaper layouts; jotting down ideas as I eavesdrop on classmates’ conversations. Reflecting on the whirlwind of the past four years, I wouldn’t tra... More »
June 8, 2026 Walking into high school as a freshman, I knew I wanted to build a name for myself and make a positive impact. Serving as class president, vice president of the Future Business Leaders of America Club, president of the Wonder Girls Club and so muc... More »
June 8, 2026 My father often tells the story of when he was studying journalism at Pennsylvania State University in University Park and was offered a position writing for The Daily Collegian’s football beat. He always follows the anecdote by saying he is glad ... More »
June 5, 2026 2016 was the year I moved to the United States, and life as I knew it changed. Everything about American education — the environment, expectations and schedule — was different from what I experienced in Nigeria. Even the way people interacted and ... More »
June 5, 2026 When I joined The Lighthouse last year, I never expected that it would become such an important part of my life. I was shy and reserved, doubting whether I was capable of putting myself out there. Being part of the journalism program was intimidat... More »
June 4, 2026 Growing up, I was constantly bouncing between schools, but that finally changed when I moved from Orlando, Florida, to Lyndhurst in June 2021. Since then, I’ve been able to form connections I never thought were possible. When I arrived at Lyndhurs... More »
June 4, 2026 In eighth grade, my English teacher, Mrs. Maloupis, asked if anyone wanted to join LHS’ journalism program. When she mentioned that The Lighthouse was looking for photographers, my hand shot up, as I was eager to use the professional camera I had ... More »
June 3, 2026 The greatest lesson I have learned during high school is to seize every opportunity. From serving as band co-president to taking on a leadership role at The Lighthouse, challenging myself has led to meaningful connections, growth and new perspecti... More »
June 3, 2026 I still recall reading “Clap When You Land” by Elizabeth Acevedo and “Patron Saints of Nothing” by Randy Ribay, the required summer reading before taking English II Honors. I was extremely intimidated by the Honors Program, but once I was immersed... More »
June 2, 2026 As I conclude my senior year, I reflect on how much I have grown and the experiences that have shaped me into who I am today. When I enrolled in the journalism elective as a junior, I was concerned that I might do poorly. However, I am glad I stuc... More »
June 11, 2025 I was unsure what to expect when I signed up for Ms. Pastor’s journalism class for my junior year. In fact, I only included it on my course requests because I needed to fulfill my 21st Century Life and Careers graduation requirement. Little did ... More »
