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On April 8, during the eclipse, librarians, Jane Lingafelter and Robin Van Iwaarden, look at the sun using solar viewers, while on the field. Students and staff spent time on the field during the eclipse. The next partial eclipse in Missouri wont be till 2045.
Lafayette students, staff observe eclipse
Social Studies teacher Steve Klawiter will have his AP World History class take the digital exam this May. He said he looks forward to seeing how his students will perform on the exam. “Its been very clear theyre moving towards digital. Since the pandemic started, theyve been putting the pieces in place to go digital, Klawiter said. “I think that ultimately it’s going to be more beneficial because with systems like Canvas and Google Classroom, students are used to more digital activities and less handwriting activities.” 
Nine AP exams will transition to digital format in 2025, additional six in 2026
Rockwood School District is currently writing a curriculum for a new womens history course, which will be offered in the 2025-2026 school year. Social studies teacher Jodie Lee will teach it at LHS.
Women’s history course to be offered during 2025-2026 school year
On March 13, the Presidents Forum hosted a “Meet The Candidates” event at the Rockwood School District Administrative Annex. A student from each of Rockwood’s four high schools was chosen to ask candidates three questions and more questions were asked from anonymous PTO members.
Three school board candidates run for two seats, election April 2
Adolescent rates of problem gambling behaviors are double that of adult rates. Cait Huble, Director of Communications at the National Council on Problem Gambling said that this increase could be caused by online games which have blurred the lines between gaming and gambling.
High School Roller
This lancer banner was added to the front gym in 1991. This banner features the Louie the Lancer on his horse.
What’s a Lancer?
In a routine based off of the Hindu gods Krishna and Radha, sophomore Hritika Malugu and Brentwood High School freshman Meenakshi Kadungath strike a pose. Malugus favorite routine is also based off of Krishna. My favorite dance piece is probably Asainthadum which is a classical piece about how everyone is happy when Krishna is around. It’s really dynamic and has a lot of fun steps, Malugu said.
Eye on Art: Hritika Malugu
Sophmore Halah Almuttan started her buisness, Halah’s Sweet Treats during fall this year. Other than selling a variety of self-made goods such as cinamon rolls, bunt cakes and churros, she also takes custom orders for treats like cakes, chocolate covered strawberries and cupcakes.
People Of Lafayette: Halah Almuttan
On April 8, during the eclipse, librarians, Jane Lingafelter and Robin Van Iwaarden, look at the sun using solar viewers, while on the field. Students and staff spent time on the field during the eclipse. The next partial eclipse in Missouri wont be till 2045.
Lafayette students, staff observe eclipse
Before leaving to Trick-or-Treat for cans in 2021, volunteers met in the Commons. Senior Daisy Foster met one of her best friends while collecting cans.
The Best Time I Ever Volunteered: Daisy Foster
Sophomore Chase Roeder hits against Lindbergh on April 17. The Lancers won the game 2-1.
Boys track wins meet, baseball goes undefeated this week
Junior Conner McCown putts during the Webster Cup Invitational tournament. McCown placed 13th with a round of 77.
Boys volleyball undefeated, golf places 2nd and 3rd at tournaments
Eyes looking upfield, senior Emily Derucki brushes by her defender. Earlier this year, Derucki received the Bob Kehoe Future Star Award from the St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame. Derucki leads the team with 4 goals so far this season.
Volleyball and soccer stay perfect, track finishes 1st at invitational
After their win against Eureka in the Battle of 109, seniors Cam Callaham and Sam Classen jump in celebration. The Lancers beat the Wildcats 8-4.
Boys Volleyball, girls soccer start undefeated, boys lacrosse win Battle of 109
After their Battle of 109 win March 28, Head Coach Jason Seidel gives a team talk. The Lancers beat the Wildcats 8-4.
New lacrosse coach seeks to maintain success of prior leadership, improve Lafayette standing
In front of her TV, junior Maddy Cox stares at the opening screen of the docuseries Quiet on Set. The docuseries featured Nikelodeon cast and crew members talking about abuse they went through while working on and off set.
Child Actors, Adult Problems
In Irish Wish, Maddie Kelly (played by Lindsay Lohan) makes a wish that changes her life. In the end, Kelly is forced to decide between two guys she has feelings for.
Irish Wish offers charming romance, lacks overall plot depth
The animated version of Avatar: The Last Airbender first aired on Nickelodeon while the live action version is available for streaming on Netflix. Both series featured the same characters with similar storylines.
Netflix remake of Avatar: The Last Airbender lacks personality shown in animated version
SeaWorld currently has three locations in the US. One in San Diego, Orlando and San Antonio.
Mistreatment towards orcas, dolphins at SeaWorld leave them distressed
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Behind the byline
This lancer banner was added to the front gym in 1991. This banner features the Louie the Lancer on his horse.
What’s a Lancer?
Social Studies teacher Lori Zang-Berns lectures to her class about different world governments
Former students, colleagues celebrate retirees
On April 8, during the eclipse, librarians, Jane Lingafelter and Robin Van Iwaarden, look at the sun using solar viewers, while on the field. Students and staff spent time on the field during the eclipse. The next partial eclipse in Missouri wont be till 2045.
Lafayette students, staff observe eclipse
Undefined team captain, Keira Makalintal, and member, Hailey Miller, perform a skit in the Lafayette theater at their March show. Undefineds final show will be on Friday, April 12th, at 3:45 pm and 7:00 pm.
Undefined to end improv season with final show
Vintage Vinyl, found in the Delmar Loop, was opened in 1990 and has since become a part of St. Louiss music community.
Community reflects on impact of vinyl shop
At Barnes & Noble, senior Vedika Kumar participated in Blind Date with a Book. During this event, books are wrapped in paper with descriptive words that give a hint about the novel, and individuals are free to choose which one they want to buy.
To the next chapter
After finishing their tests in history teacher Steve Klawiters class, students can participate in an optional trivia section. While Klawiter usually doesnt offer rewards for the highest score on the trivia section, it offers a way for students to decompress after unit tests.
History teacher provides de-stressing activities to students
Freshman Emi Limon competes in the 2022 World Kickboxing and Karate Union Championship in Wales. Even though Limon has only been doing karate for three years, he won four medals at the October competition— a gold medals in Weapons with Music and Korean Forms, a silver medal in Hardstyle Forms and a bronze medal in Weapons with no Music.
Kicking the competition
As seen in the Image, some Lancers tell the unique stories and meanings behind their names.
What’s In a Name?
Rockwood bans 22 books due to new state law
Pi Day celebrates the mathematical symbol of pi. People like math teacher Kevin OGorman have celebrated by eating pie and pizza on March 14.
Pi Day offers opportunity to learn more about symbol, eat pie
March 1 is National Compliment Day. A theory taught in AP Psychology mentions the benefits of both giving and receiving compliments.
Listen In: Giving compliments provides benefits for giver, receiver
Throughout her house, junior Jessica Guan has decorations for the Lunar New Year. Her favorite are the fish, which promise auspiciousness.
Listen In: Lunar New Year celebration holds tradition, culture
Class of 2011 graduate Charles Zimmerman (middle) is paired with Bonne Bedingfield (left) and Rabiha Sami (right) to form the Sugar Bandits, a culinary arts team on Holiday Wars. Team Sugar Bandits went into the finale and finished 2nd out of nine teams.
Listen In: Competition show builds friendship, learning opportunities
To introduce kids to the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, gifted teacher Shannon Batt put together a display. She is a certified Choctaw artist and was able to teach gifted students at Lafayette the art of beading.
Listen In: Native American Heritage Month offers gifted teacher opportunity to teach culture
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With a hope to become a professional, senior Javi Diaz-Granados has been interested in rapping since his freshman year. While several factors have played a part in his interest, Diaz-Granados was especially inspired by some of his favorite rappers like Babytron, Playboi Carti and Kendrick Lamar.

People of Lafayette: Javi Diaz-Granados prepares for future in rapping

Kyler Messenger, Digital Media Staff • May 16, 2023

Since his freshman year, senior Javi Diaz-Granados has practiced freestyle rapping every day.  “My friend and I would always mess around with his karaoke machine and one day we got the idea to start...

Junior Aly Palmquist teaches her STEM game Space Cats at the Magic House MADE for Kids located in St. Louis. Palmquist tested her game at four other locations.

Junior creates STEM-based board game to help community

Daniel Carrillo, News Staff • May 12, 2023

As a member of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri Robotics program and ambassador of Girl Scout Troop 696, junior Aly Palmquist earned her Girl Scout Gold Award by creating a board game to introduce the...

Senior Caoimhe Farris sketches in AP Art and Design. Farris not only draws cartoons for the Image newsmagazine, but takes art classes to further develop their skills.

People of Lafayette: cartoonist expresses opinions and news with humor

Audrey Keller, News Staff • May 11, 2023

“If I can educate anybody on a certain topic using humor and entertainment, then I’m doing my job,” senior Caoimhe Farris, cartoonist for Lafayette's News Production, said. While they have been...

During an overnight shift as an EMT, Class of 2021 grad Rebecca Atteberry and her co-workers visit the Washington Monuments. Atteberry and her co-workers decided to go visit the monuments to celebrate Atteberrys first shift.

Take it from me: Rebecca Atteberry

Sonya Sud, Editor in Chief • May 9, 2023

Rebecca Atteberry, Class of 2021 alumni, is a sophomore studying public health and fine arts at George Washington University. She’s also an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and volunteers on campus. “Going...

Holding the ball above his head, freshman Owen Waeckerle scans the pool for a pass. Last summer, Owen participated in the Junior Olympics, held in Dallas, where teams across the country compete for a gold medal.

People of Lafayette: freshman excels on varsity water polo team

Vishi Rangineni and Eshwar Murali • May 4, 2023

After his dad convinced him to start playing, freshman Owen Waeckerle began playing water polo at five years old. He was convinced because Owen’s father, James Waeckerle, is the head coach of Lafayette’s...

Sliding under the car, freshman Adit Swami fixes an oil leak. Swami was able to see many different types of engines at the March 24 practice race.

Best Drift Race I’ve Seen: freshman enjoys role on drift team

Rishit Sohaney, News Staff • May 2, 2023

Tandem drifting has always interested freshman Adit Swami, and now he gets to help a local drifting team. Tandem drifting is a type of race where there is a lead car that does multiple tricks to impress...

Class of 2021 grad Anna Savacool dances for the Florida State University Golden Girls Dance Team. This is her second year on the team and her team got picked at the U.S. National Team this year and got to compete in the world finals.

Take it from me: Anna Savacool

Sonya Sud, Editor in Chief • April 27, 2023

Anna Savacool, Class of 2021 alumni, started dancing at the age of three. Savacool loved getting to dance on Escadrille at Lafayette as well as on a competitive studio team, but she also wanted to explore...

The Fine Arts Festival occured this year at Lafayette April 21-22. The festival featured pieces from Art Fundamentals, Painting, Drawing and FACS classes along with music performances.

Fine Arts Festival celebrates student creativity, skill in its second year

Molly Brim, Administrative Editor • April 26, 2023

Throughout April 21-22, the Lafayette Fine Arts Department held a Fine Arts Festival, which included the Guitar Festival on Friday, April 21 and the Art Show on Saturday, April 22. Continuing from last...

In an effort to help out, freshman Jack Schoening holds the door open for students as they walk into the building. Schoening has done this whenever he gets the chance since 7th Grade.

People Of Lafayette: freshman holds door open most mornings to help peers

Zosia Paciorek, Features Editor • April 25, 2023

Freshman Jack Schoening stands at the pool entrance most mornings to hold the door open before class begins. This is a tradition he started in 7th Grade. “It started during the winter. It was getting...

IN THE SUMMER OF 2022, during the final game of a tournament with his South African school, Affies, sophomore Malan Graham races with his defender toward the goal. “I played really [well] that game,” he said.

Away Game

Daniel Carrillo, News Staff • April 21, 2023

He was born an athlete. When sophomore Malan Graham was born, his dad immediately placed a ball in his hand for a picture. He and his brother, freshman Vincent Graham, have participated in several sports...

While filming a mock interview for his Survivor audition, business teacher Scott Beaver jokingly tries out different characters. Beaver has applied for the show five times, where he has to film a video audition and send it in to the CBS Survivor casting link.

People of Lafayette: Scott Beaver applies for Survivor show

Molly Brim, Administrative Editor • April 20, 2023

For the past 23 years, business teacher Scott Beaver has been consistently watching the TV show, Survivor, with his dad. Being so invested in the show, Beaver decided he wanted to apply for the show...

The aftermath of the fire freshman Andrea Olsen accidentally started in her kitchen in January of 2021. Olsen and her mom threw flour and baking soda in an attempt to put out the oil fire. No one was injured.

Last Time I… set the kitchen on fire

Daniel Carrillo, News Staff • April 19, 2023

The last time freshman Andrea Olsen accidentally started a fire in her kitchen stove was in January of 2021. “Well, it was my fault. I was cooking egg rolls, and they were decent, they weren't even...

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