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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
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
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
Playing Gretchen Wieners in COCAs production of Mean Girls: The Musical, junior Jenna Barakat sings Whats Wrong With Me.
People of Lafayette: Jenna Barakat
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
While his father Joe Wier celebrates behind him, senior Andrew Wier kneels down after winning the MSHSAA 190 pound State Title, Feb. 24. Wier finished runner up at State last year, but he came back with a 32-4 record and a State Championship in his senior season. The Lancers finished 2nd as a team at State this year.
Like Father, Like Son
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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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 Lafayette High School, Lauren Dean hands Caroline Trost and Megan Bilsland a sweet treat from the Sarahs Cake Shop booth at the Taste of West County to help raise money for the Junior Class.
Taste of West County makes return after four years
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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Carrying the ball into the end zone, senior Baylor Adamovsky scores a touchdown against MICDS in the second round of the Class 5 District 2 tournament. Lafayette lost 60-46 to MICDS.

Lancers lose to MICDS in second round of Districts

Daniel Carrillo, News Staff • November 9, 2022

Warner swims his fastest time during 100-yard breaststroke event at the Conference Meet Oct. 26. He set a new LHS record with a time of 57.3 seconds.

Swimmer breaks school record from 2016

Molly Brim, Administrative Editor • October 31, 2022

Since his freshman year, junior Caleb Warner has been working to break Lafayette's record for the 100-yard breaststroke. The record from 2016 was a time of 57.4 seconds. On Oct. 26 at the Suburban Conference...

At the end of the game, senior Kris Kamrud kisses the Mayors Cup. Kamrud had 7 tackles during the game.

Lancers win Battle of 109 for first time since 2016

Daniel Carrillo, News Staff • October 17, 2022

Every year, the Battle of 109 is the most popular varsity football game. This year, the Lancers beat the Wildcats, 20-13 after losing to them in 2021, 35-14. On Oct. 21, the Lancers will play their...

At a game on Sept. 12, sophomore Avery Brown follows the ball. Coach Meghan Conroy said Brown has been one of the players to watch this season.

Field hockey gains new coach, senior players lead team

Samantha Haney, Opinions Editor / Legend Social Media Manager • October 12, 2022

Coaches: Meghan Conroy and Mark McAllister Team captains: All senior players Last season’s record: 15-10-1 Current record: 3-0-10 Player Intel: “I'm looking forward to finishing my senior year...

At the beginning of the race at Living Word Church on Oct. 1, junior Natalie Barnard and senior Elissa Barnard are in the lead. Elissa placed 15th and Natalie placed 18th at the State Championship last year.

Girls cross country prioritizes hard work

Penelope Proffitt, Staff Reporter • October 10, 2022

Coach: Jill Harmon Last season recap: 3rd place at District Championship, 6th at State Championship Captains: Seniors Elissa Barnard and Blair Lobdell, juniors Natalie Barnard and Ashley Rinkenberger Current...

In Lafayettes 49-0 routing of Northwest on Sept. 16, sophomore QB Jack Behl avoids the defense as he fades back to pass. Behl threw for two touchdowns in the game.

Lancers head into Battle of 109 with 4-2 record

Sonya Sud, Editor in Chief • October 6, 2022

Coaches: Head Coach Boyd Manne; Assistant Coaches Brett Fischer, Adam Hicks, Steve Miller, Matthew Swoboda and Rick Voss Last Season Recap: 3rd in Suburban Conference Red Pool and 5th in Class 5 District...

On the field, junior Addyson Jones prepares to run to the next base at the annual Pink Game against Marquette on September 20. The team beat the Mustangs 11-7.

Girls softball swings into 2022 season

Annie Leath, Staff Reporter • October 4, 2022

Coaches: Head Coach Ally Gardener and Assistant Coach Scott Holtmann Last season's record: 16-13 Current record: 14-9 Player Intel: “The season’s been going really good, we’re becoming a...

At the Forest Park Invitational, LJ Groenewald tries to pass the runners beside him. Groenewald placed 14th in state last year. My goal is to inspire the new guys on the team and to show them how to have fun. I want to be a senior the younger guys can look up to and learn from, Groenewald said.

Boys cross country makes strides in current season

Eshwar Murali, Sports Editor • September 28, 2022

Coach: Sean O'Connor Last season recap: 3rd place at District Championship, 6th at State Championship Captains: Seniors Brendan Berger, LJ Groenewald, juniors Dillon Cronin, Jack Robeson Current...

During the game on Sept. 16, senior Audrey Savacool spikes the ball to the other side during a volley. The game was the Chris Toomey memorial game, which was played in honor of the former coach who passed away over the summer.

Girls volleyball enters season with three new captains

Juli Mejia, Editor In Chief • September 28, 2022

Coaches: Zach Young and Sue Tillery Record from last season: 32-5-1 Captains: Seniors Madi Hartman, Audrey Savacool and junior Alyssa Nelson Coach Intel: “For us, we are very lucky to...

The Lafayette Lancers head south down Highway 109 for this year’s Battle of 109 against the Eureka Wildcats on Oct. 7. Lafayette fell to Eureka 35-14, in the Catpound during last year’s match-up. When the Lancers travel to EHS this year, they will be looking to gain some ground in the annual event, where the Wildcats have a 9-4 advantage. Seniors Baylor Adamovsky and Braden Kladney both scored in last year’s contest and junior Zae Jones led the returning offense in rushing and passing yards. With the rest of the varsity squad, they are working to be ready to face the Wildcats on their turf in hopes of spoiling an EHS Homecoming game. The Superfans will also do their part off the field to get Lancer fans to fill the visitor stands for the 7 p.m. kick-off.

Lancer vs. Wildcat football takes game to new level

Molly Brim, Administrative Editor • September 23, 2022

A big rivalry between teams always makes a game a little bit bigger. It is bigger for the players and coaches and it is bigger for the fans. For Lancer football, there is no bigger game than The Battle...

During a swim meet against Francis Howell Central, junior Caleb Warner performs the butterfly stroke. Warner placed 3rd in state last year for 100 meter breaststroke.

Boys swim hopes to improve during current season

Molly Brim, Administrative Editor • September 21, 2022

Coach: Todd Gabel Last season record: Suburban Conference Yellow Pool: The Lancers placed 7th place out of nine schools with a total number of points of 159. In the 200 medley relay, Lafayette placed...

In a match again Ladue on Sept. 1, tennis captain and senior Saanvi Gudreddi follows through on a volley. Gudreddi is looking forward to getting closer with the new members on the team and has a goal to have a better attitude towards losses this season.

Girls varsity tennis bounces into season

Nola Jancich, Co Social Media Editor • September 21, 2022

Coaches: Emily Pestka and Emmanuelle Tamarof  Last season recap: District Champions  Players to watch this season: Senior Saanvi Gudreddi (ranked first on the team), junior Caroline Trost (ranked...

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