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Somewhere on a Rainbow | Andrew

Somewhere on a Rainbow | Andrew

Jackie Wolthers, Multimedia Editor
April 12, 2021

In this episode of Somewhere on a Rainbow, Andrew is interviewed about being transgender.

Considering the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the potential hazards associated with it, Governor Chris Sununus mandate for all New Hampshire K-12 schools to return to in-person learning five days per week is rash and risky.

Governor Sununu is the “April Fool” with his back-to-school mandate

Anna Drabik, Executive Arts and Entertainment Editor
April 7, 2021

When I got the text from my mom, I thought it was an April Fools’ joke. “All schools have to return to a five-day week with in-person classes.” You’re joking, right? … Right? Governor...

Somewhere on a Rainbow | Kat Cote

Somewhere on a Rainbow | Kat Cote

Jackie Wolthers, Multimedia Editor
March 31, 2021

In this episode of Somewhere on a Rainbow, Kat Cote is interviewed about being non-binary and gender assumption.

What’s the best meal of the day?

Makenna True, Editor in Chief
March 30, 2021

As soon as you open your eyes, a strong scent hits your nose. The smell of fresh cooked pancakes seeps in through under the door, causing you to throw off your covers in a hurry. As you make your way...

Instagram and other social media instigates an unspoken competition between people when it comes to likes and attention.

Instagram’s broken hearts

Natalie Karlson, Design Editor
March 29, 2021

“Be sure to hit that ‘like’ button...” “Don’t forget to ‘double tap’...” “If you enjoy my content, please ‘like’…” “Each ‘like’ counts to support me...” It’s...

Embracing the true circle of life is more integral now than ever, so lets show some more respect toward other generations.

Why different generations deserve to be treated equally

Rachel St. Louis, Copy Chief
March 26, 2021

Generation Z has grown up watching the first few Pixar movies and playing outside because flip-phones were just for the grown-ups. We’ve binged The Office, we’ve watched toddlers sing “Let It Go”...

Claiming a sports team or music artist as something for only yourself and other real fans will only scare off other potential fans and hurt your interests reputation.

Gatekeeping: Necessary or needless?

Megan Standifer, Assistant Editor in Chief
March 22, 2021

Gatekeeping. It’s when someone heckles you by asking, “Can you even name 5 of [insert generic band/artist]’s songs” just because you’re wearing their t-shirt. Or, “I used to get made fun of...

Editorials represent the opinion of the Lancer Spirit Editorial Board.

What we need during this time of grieving

This has been a hard year for everyone. Between the pandemic and the loss of two great lives from the Lancer community this past month, everyone has dealt with unimaginable tragedies this year.  Though...

Many students and community members have left flowers and other tokens of appreciation at Jakes memorial to show their love.

Jake’s memorial through one senior’s eyes

Mike Waddell, Jake's friend and teammate
March 18, 2021

At first glance the road is meaningless. The trees are nearly dead and the wind howls with anger and yet there is still meaning to this path. Upon first arrival you may not understand its significance...

Daylight Savings is as annoying and mind-boggling as someone switching your left arm with your right one twice a year.

Daylight savings doesn’t save anything

Michael O'Neil, Reporter
March 14, 2021

I’m tired. More tired than usual. It has nothing to do with stress from schoolwork or from poorly managing my time. I’m more tired than usual due to daylight savings, an archaic system that has outlived...

The Blue Star Lancers want to send packages to troops with connections to students and staff at LHS

Editorial: COVID-Shame On You

Editorial Board
March 2, 2021

A few months ago editor Hannah Ellis wrote an article called Stop COVID Shaming, It’s Not Helping because at the time it felt like people were being cruel to those who had gotten COVID-19. Back then...

Participation awards and certificates are given out at so many events, not just in sports.

Participation awards: Hurting or helping our youth?

Samantha Fortier, Reporter
February 17, 2021

I was 11 years old sitting in the auditorium at a gymnastics meet anxiously waiting to hear my name being called as one of the winners. With each name being announced, I sank further and further into my...

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