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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
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
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
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
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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Holding out his arm, Class of 2022 graduate Gavin Krone volunteers at the Soccer Swift Kick stand. All proceeds from the Winter Carnival go to the Freshman Class.

[Photo] Winter Carnival returns from three-year hiatus

Eshwar Murali, Sports Editor
January 17, 2023
An athlete runs at the 2019 Special Olympics. After a three year hiatus, the events are returning to Lafayette.

[Photo] Special Olympics return to Lafayette for first time since 2019

Max Hartsfield, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2022
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In a match against Eureka in January 2020, junior Lindsey Lohr competes in a swim meet against Eureka High School. Girls swimming and diving is the only low frequency contact winter sport, and players are required to wear their mask unless they are swimming in the pool.

[Photo] Young team works to improve on last year’s State finish

Sophia Scheller
December 2, 2020
Balloons fall in celebration as guitar teacher Traci Bolton is announced the 2019-2020 school year Teacher of the Year (TOY). Nominations for TOY are due on Nov. 20 at midnight for the 2020-2021 school year.

[Photo] Teacher of the Year nominations close soon; committee encourages students to participate in selection process

November 19, 2020
During former Latin teacher Emelia Osbornes Latin class, senior Brigid Ogle works on a breakout box project with the help of Osborne.

[Photo] Latin program discontinued at LHS due to low enrollment, inability to hire certified instructor

October 27, 2020
Several Lafayette students joined a peaceful protest in support of the Black Lives Matter movement in OFallon on Monday, June 1.

[Photo] Graduates plan peaceful protest in support of Black Lives Matter movement

June 12, 2020
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[Photo] RCA 2020: Teacher of the Year

Chloe Baker
March 14, 2020
In the quarterfinal game against Marquette, Johnson skates toward Marquette territory as his teammates cheer him on. The Lancers will play Vianney for game two of the semifinals on Feb. 29.

[Photo] Lancer basketball program celebrates annual senior night

Sophia Wasson and Jack Weaver
February 24, 2020
Ben Coopmans, Class of 2021, leads the line at JROTC 9/11 ceremony on Sept. 11, 2019. This year, LHS will have their ceremony on Sept. 10 at 8 a.m.

[Photo] Five Questions with Ben Coopmans

Sophia Scheller
February 7, 2020
In a game against Oakville in Jan. 2020, senior Brynn Jefferies dribbles the ball past the defender. The Lady Lancers won the close match, 41-40. Already this season, the Lady Lancers have won their first game against Rockwood Summit.

[Photo] Weekly sports update: Jan. 20-Jan. 26

Sophia Wasson, Staff Reporter
January 29, 2020
At the beginning of the Homecoming football game on Oct. 11, senior Antonio Cooper leads the Lancers onto the field. Cooper is a wide receiver and defensive back for the football team and runs sprints for the track team.

[Photo] Two Lancers involved in double shooting on Christmas Day

Kayla Carpenter
December 28, 2019
A home next to a Eureka creek experiences extreme flooding. Eureka has been known to experience extreme flooding with rain, and it was one of the reasons Rockwood School District experienced an inclement weather day on Aug. 26.

[Photo] Alarm over Carnegie Minute requirements halted as questions resolved

Hayden Cottrell
November 15, 2019
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[Photo] Opinion: Trigger warnings benefit mental health

Sophia Scheller
January 10, 2020
In a game against Parkway West, junior Morgan Isenberg prepares to spike a ball at Parkways defense. The Lancers won in two sets.

[Photo] Weekly sports update Oct. 14-Oct. 20

Abby Stebner and Kennedy Willhite
October 21, 2019
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[Photo] Powder Puff plays on despite weather

Micah Bounds
October 18, 2019
During the male escadrille performance, senior Jalin Reese does a back tuck over Josh Hansen. His back tuck was one of two flips that was showcased in the dance.

[Photo] Powder Puff game occurred, despite obstacles

Abby Stebner and Hayden Cottrell
October 28, 2019
Senior Callie Harrison scores a run in Lafayettes 12-7 win over Lindbergh. Their record after the win is now 7-7.

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Infielder Kaley Adzick gets ready to make a throw to record an out.

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Senior Callie Harrison waits on first base after getting a hit. She has a .346 batting average so far this season.

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Infielder Gina Beta

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Catcher Kathryn Flowers catches the ball during Lafayettes game against Lindbergh.

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Catcher Kathryn Flowers throws the ball back to the pitcher during Lafayettes game against Lindbergh.

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Pitcher Laura Toenjes starts her windup to pitch the ball to the batter during Lafayettes game against Lindbergh. Toenjes recorded her second win of the season, despite Lindberghs seven runs.

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Another Lancer crosses home plate in a close play. The Lancers went on to win the game against the Lindbergh Flyers 12- 7.

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Infielder Lexi Brewer swings at a pitch during Lafayettes 12-7 victory over the Lindbergh Flyers. She batted in three runs in this game.

[Photo] Varsity softball takes on Lindbergh, wins 12-7

October 7, 2019
Sophomore Kaley Adzick winds up to pitch against Seckman. Adzick struck-out four batters in the game.

[Photo] Weekly sports update: Sept. 16-Sept. 22

Morgan Vehige
September 23, 2019
Dribbling down the field during the April 8 girls soccer game against Francis Howell, sophomore Brynn Jeffries avoids Viking defenders. Jeffries had one assist in the Lancers 3-1 win.

[Photo] Girls Soccer

May 24, 2019
While preparing for a golf match, senior Max Kreikemeier attempts to get our of a sand trap.

[Photo] Boys Golf

April 2, 2020
In a game against Francis Howell freshman Rylee Howard looks to dribble around a defender.

[Photo] The freshman phenomenon

Morgan Vehige
May 13, 2019
Rylee Howard pushes past the Francis Howell defense in order to move the ball down into the attacking area. The Lancers beat Howell 3-1 on April 8.

[Photo] Girls Soccer

April 2, 2020
During a game against Lees Summit West, senior Anna Reynolds cradles the ball and looks down the field. Reynolds currently has 23 goals on the season.

[Photo] Weekly Sports Update: April 8-April 14

Morgan Vehige
April 16, 2019
Running up the field in the April 6 game against Lees Summit West, senior Katherine Goddin looks to pass the ball. In the win 11-3, Goddin scored 8 goals to become the leading scorer in the St. Louis area with 37 goals and 47 points.

[Photo] Weekly Sports Update: March 31-April 7

Carson Luther and Kayla Carpenter
April 9, 2019
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[Photo] APA 2019: Military Honors

Sam Knutson
April 5, 2019
During the March 26 girls water polo game, sophomore Sophie Arceneaux looks to pass to a teammate down the pool.

[Photo] Water polo

April 2, 2020
Each year, Student Council hosts a blood drive in the back gym of Lafayette. This year, it will occur on Jan. 27 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

[Photo] Student Council, Red Cross partner for annual blood drive

Colin Swan
February 5, 2019
Take a look at how Lafayette orchestra is run and the students involved in the program.

[Photo] Lafayette Orchestra

Emily Budde
February 4, 2019
During the Jan. 17 ice hockey game against O Fallon, junior Jack Chubb avoids two O Fallon defenders. The Lancers defeated the Panthers 9-1, and Chubb had one assist.

[Photo] Weekly sports update: Jan. 20-Jan. 27

Carson Luther
February 1, 2019
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[Photo] Skaggs takes center stage in plays around St. Louis

Hayden Cottrell
January 24, 2019
In preparation for the upcoming Fall Play, actors perform a scene of Out of the Frying Pan on stage.

[Photo] LTC performs Out of the Frying Pan

Jack Weaver and Ryan Post
October 18, 2018
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[Photo] Weekly sports update: Oct. 7-Oct. 14

Kayla Carpenter
October 15, 2018
During a game against Northwest, juniors Allison Beaton and Fiona Lazzaretti attempt to block a hit. The Lady Lancers went on to win the match and the game in two sets. Beaton ended the game with two blocks and three kills.

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Student opinions and idea are important to the Lafayette community, and we hope the new guest columns provide a new outlet.

[Photo] The Lancer Feed offers new guest column feature

Addie Watson
August 28, 2018
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