Junior Elisabeth Kearney gets recognized for outstanding academics and athletics, most recently getting named Gatorade Player of the Year 2025. (Image used with permission by Elisabeth Kearney).

More than a game: Elisabeth Kearney named Gatorade Player of the Year 2025

Kelsey Sweet, News Editor
June 17, 2025

Junior Elisabeth Kearney is recognized as 2025 Gatorade Player of the Year, a recognition given out annually to recognize outstanding high school student-athlete achievements in athletics and academics. From her hard work and dedication, Kearney has been recognized for a number of athletic and academic...

The Notebook, the iconic love story that will leave your heart in a knot, wishing that things should have worked out better. (Image made in Canva by Kelsey Sweet).

The Notebook: A romance movie you won’t forget

Audrina Hayes, Reporter
June 12, 2025

The movie The Notebook, based on Nicholas Sparks’ book, is a worldwide favorite. Published in 2004, this has been a romance/comedy that viewers continue to love to watch. After hearing a lot about this movie, I decided to go ahead and see what the hype is all about. This movie is about two lovers,...

Students without Main Lot passes are prohibited to parking in the lot tomorrow (6/12). (Image created in Canva by Kelsey Sweet).

Parking in Main Lot without a pass is prohibited tomorrow.

Kelsey Sweet, News Editor
June 11, 2025

Congratulations to Lancer Nation for reaching the end of semester two. As we approach finals starting Thursday, June 12, it is important to remember that students should not be parking in the Main Lot without a parking pass due to graduation practice taking place in the gym. As voiced in Robert Callahan's...

Firefighters train to rescue victims that are trapped inside a two story building. They also train to ventilate the roof by cutting a large hole while being around 25 feet in the air. Read more to learn about how high school students get the chance to go through similar training with the Londonderry Fire Department.

From alarms to action: New fire safety course teaches students life-saving skills

Kaylee Mague, Executive Features Editor
June 11, 2025

The alarm sounds, the engine starts, everyone jumps into their gear and they speed off. This is a routine firefighters know well, but what about students? Assistant Principal Katie Sullivan has been working to bring a fire safety course to Londonderry so students can learn about this field before going...

Late Night with Mr. LHS 2025

Arianna Conomacos, Online Chief
June 10, 2025

Whether you missed the live Mr. LHS 2025 show or just want to relive the memories, check out the recording of the full show.

Biology students dissect sharks to learn more about their internal structure and systems.

No guts no glory for biology students dissecting sharks

Samara Santana, Reporter
June 10, 2025

Each year, the biology classes dissect classes sharks to explore internal and external anatomy and understand how organisms function. Biology teacher Amanda Claussen talks about her students' experience during their shark dissection unit.

Watching movies from home is the only way to go. (Image made in Canva by Kelsey Sweet).

Just stay home: Movies at home are better

Evelyn Gillespie, Reporter
June 10, 2025

You are bored and want to watch a movie but don’t know whether you want to go to the movies or watch it in the comfort of your own home. Ever want a snack or candy that isn’t in the movie theatre, and don't feel like sneaking in your favorite snacks? Do you ever need to go to the bathroom without...

Carol Ritchie helps one of her students through a computer assignment during A period. Ritchie has taught students basic English with activities to help them get a better grasp of concepts. problem-solving skills in her classroom. “I try to make the class fun and find [activities] that interest them,” Ritchie said.A banner of the world map and flags hangs near ESOL teacher Ms. Ritchie’s desk. (Image made in Canva by Kelsey Sweet).

Carol Ritchie helps her students find their voice in a new language

Jansher Malik, Reporter
June 9, 2025

For a student who speaks a foreign language, saying ‘hello’ can be a challenge. The fear of mispronouncing words, being misunderstood, or not knowing how to respond can make basic interactions feel overwhelming. English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teacher Carol Ritchie works with students...

As the Class of 2026 rises up to senior year, it is time to prioritize the things that matter to us so we stay successful through the end. (Image made in Canva by Kelsey Sweet).

From senior courses to colleges, the juniors are stressed.

Angelique Grenier, Reporter
June 6, 2025

They say junior year is the hardest year of high school. Is that true? We are currently deciding what our course load will look like for next year. What Electives am I going to do? Should I opt for late arrival? Should I take college classes this summer? We are having some of the biggest decisions we...

The SAT only tests a narrow set of skills and doesn’t capture a person’s full potential. Design created in Canva by Jillian Willwerth

We are more than our scores

Ava Alkhamis, Reporter
June 5, 2025

We juniors recently got our SAT scores back, and the hallways are buzzing with anxiety. Whether someone scored a 1500 or a 950, there’s one unspoken truth we’re all facing: we’re being judged not on our intelligence, but on how well we can play a game—a timed, stressful, and unfair one. The...

Finding Your Special (Sparkling) Dress

Grace McElroy and Ava Cornett

May 20, 2025

Grace McElroy

The sign that marks the closet encasing the “Sparkle Project”.

House 4 Assistant Principal, Ms. Sullivan, and Senior Arianna Conomacos guide us through the upcoming of the “Sparkle Project”, while sharing their hopes and dreams for the upkeep.

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