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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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Sitting on a blanket on the field, Lafayette graduates Justus Carlile and Kyle Radecki get ready as the sun starts to fade during the 2017 eclipse. It was cool to see it go all black. It was something I have never seen before, Radecki said.

[Photo] Math teacher to travel to Lake Perry to experience total solar eclipse with family

Maddy Cox, Asst. Editor in Chief
April 2, 2024
To view the solar eclipse on Aug. 21, 2017, classes evacuate the building using the emergency evacuation procedure. On Nov. 8, Lafayette will follow the same procedure to prepare for emergencies.

[Photo] Preparing for emergencies

Ammu Lanka, News Staff
November 7, 2023
Junior Nathaniel Mahone played Sebastian in The Lafayette Theater Companys production of The Little Mermaid his freshman year.

[Photo] Five Questions with Nathaniel Mahone

November 7, 2019
The Trump administration recently proposed a cut to funding for the Special Olympics. Lafayettes own Special Olympics program allows people with disabilities the chance to participate in fun events, such as face-painting.

[Photo] OPINION: Special Olympics deserves funding

Shelby Darnell
April 2, 2019
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[Photo] Guitar Festival

Kiley Black, Reporter
May 7, 2018
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[Photo] Special Olympics offers opportunity to area athletes

Annika Renganathan, Reporter
May 7, 2018
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[Photo] Teacher volleyball event brings community together

Clay Komor and Annika Renganathan
April 30, 2018
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[Photo] Thursday Night Live

Lucas Nickerson, Reporter
April 13, 2018
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[Photo] APA: JV Escadrille Performance

Clay Komor and Jack Weaver
March 28, 2018
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[Photo] APA: Escadrille Teacher Dance Performance

Jimmy Bowman, Reporter
March 23, 2018
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[Photo] APA: Vox Solus Performance

Jonah Nickerson, Reporter
March 23, 2018
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[Photo] APA: Jazz Band Performance

Lucas Nickerson, Reporter
March 23, 2018
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[Photo] APA: Teacher of the Year Recognition

Jacob Ward, Reporter
March 23, 2018
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[Photo] APA: Tuesday Night Rock Band Performance

Kiley Black, Reporter
March 23, 2018
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[Photo] APA: Beaver & O Gorman Rap Performance

Clay Komor, Reporter
March 23, 2018
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[Photo] APA: Escadrille Performance

Annika Renganathan, Reporter
March 22, 2018
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[Photo] Sakowski recognized as 2017-2018 Teacher of the Year

Annika Renganathan, Reporter
March 18, 2018
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[Photo] Winter Pep Assembly Recap

Lucas Nickerson, Reporter
February 22, 2018
Senior Lydia Harris pushes the ball up the court in a game against Parkway South. The Lady Lancers defeated the Patriots 39-34.

[Photo] Girls basketball uses student section’s support to defeat rival

Jasmin Kim, Reporter
February 8, 2018
In a game against the McCluer Comets, Guard Ryan Campbell takes the ball down the court

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[Photo] Player Profile: Chris Harstick

Jonah Nickerson, Reporter
December 18, 2017
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[Photo] Coffee House exhibits student talent, creativity

Annika Renganathan, Reporter
December 1, 2017
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[Photo] Walters retires after a long career

October 26, 2017
Before competing in a game against Marquette on Sept. 22, the football team runs through their banner onto the field. The Lancers won the game with a final score of 28-20.

[Photo] Field hockey reflects on regular season, prepares for State playoffs

Jasmin Kim, Reporter
October 23, 2017
In an attempt to win the point, senior Nina Ruan swings back her racket. Ruan is apart of the varsity squad traveling to Springfield, MO to compete in the State tournament.

[Photo] Girls tennis to contend for State title

Addie Watson, Reporter
October 12, 2017
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[Photo] Under the lights

October 3, 2017
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[Photo] As Seen In The Image: Lancer Regiment

September 15, 2017
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[Photo] Still remembering sixteen years later

September 15, 2017
Justin Houldsworth jumps above the net to block a hit from a Northwest player last season. Houldsworth was one of the nine seniors on the boys volleyball team who graduated last year.

[Photo] Lancers set to play in Districts

Jackson Bartholomew, Sports Reporter
May 15, 2017
Dan Peipert sets the ball in a game against Fox. The Lancers would go on to win the contest 25-5, 25-7.

[Photo] Lancer volleyball notches 15 wins on season

Tyler Burnett and Jackson Bartholomew
April 17, 2017
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After winning districts over Francis Howell with a buzzer beater shot by Brendan Boyd, senior players of the boys basketball team hold up the District Championship trophy. “It was a really crazy feeling when everyone rushed the court at the end of the game. It’s something I’ll always remember, playing basketball here at Lafayette. It was fun being with all the guys and all the fans,” Steve Pennington said.

[Photo] Photos of the Week (Feb. 27 – March 3)

Jack Weaver and Nick Horstmann
March 9, 2017
The team huddles up before a game against Mehlville.

[Photo] Lancer boys basketball with momentum going into Districts

Kyran Ballard, Sports Reporter
February 27, 2017
Adam Flinn (23) stops dribbling the ball to look for the open player.

[Photo] Boys Basketball looks to end losing streak against Holt

Arpan Das, Sports Reporter
December 15, 2016
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