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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
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
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
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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Hot Links: 5 websites for unique Valentines Day gifts

Hot Links: 5 websites for unique Valentine’s Day gifts

McKayla Treat, Webmaster • February 7, 2013

On Valentine's Day, whether you are having a party with friends, spending time with your significant other, or sitting at home wallowing in your lonely pity, visit these websites to find interesting gifts...

5 Questions with Abby Carpenter, lifeguard

5 Questions with Abby Carpenter, lifeguard

Avery Cantor, Reporter • February 4, 2013

With spring quickly approaching, more and more students are sending in job applications in order to find the perfect job by summer. For many students, one career option is lifeguarding. lhsimage.com asks sophomore...

Through These Halls: Reichert has never visited Steak N Shake

Through These Halls: Reichert has never visited Steak N’ Shake

Abby Howard, Reporter • January 31, 2013

Steak n’ Shake, Five Guys, and Dairy Queen are popular fast food chains that everybody knows and has eaten at. Well, almost everybody. Freshman Megan Reichert has never gone to any of these places,...

Club Spotlight: Swing Dance Club

Amber Parks, Reporter • January 29, 2013

With swinging skirts, hips, arms and dips, the Swing Dance Club is a fun opportunity to socialize through the language of dance. The Swing Dance Club meets every Thursday morning from 7:30-8 a.m. in...

Hot Links: five websites similar to Pinterest

Paige Antolik, News editor • January 29, 2013

Pinterest is a fad that isn't going to be going away anytime soon.  Everyone loves looking at pictures of hairstyles, food, vacation spots, dream houses and especially clothes.  Here are some websites...

HuHot offers unique stir-fry experience

HuHot offers unique stir-fry experience

Hannah Marshall, Reporter • January 25, 2013

HuHot in Creve Coeur lets you take a trip to Mongolia and experience delicious stir fry. HuHot is much like local Genghis Grill, but with much more variety and an upper class feel. First, you must...

Five Questions with Jessica Wollenberger, Blues super fan

Jessica Brown, Reporter • January 24, 2013

Junior Jessica Wollenberger is a known St. Louis Blues fan, and even plans Spring Break around their game schedule. To find out more, lhsimage.com sat down with Wollenberger to ask about her love for...

Hot Links: five websites to spruce up your wardrobe

Dylan Corbet, Sports Editor • January 22, 2013

We are now in the midst of the winter season and temperatures are dropping quickly. These websites provide clothing to help you stay warm and look classy at the same time. www.ralphlauren.com This...

International Thespian Society faces Improv-versity

Jalyn Henderson, Reporter • January 16, 2013

On Jan. 10, thousands of high school students fled to the Renaissance Grand Hotel in downtown St. Louis to be a part of the three day International Thespian Society Conference. Students attended a variety...

Club Spotlight: Model United Nations

Club Spotlight: Model United Nations

Grace Yun, Reporter • January 15, 2013

Model United Nations (Model UN) gives students the opportunity to develop solutions to world problems as well as harness and fine-tune their public speaking skills. Anyone can join without any prerequisites,...

Out and About: Clancy’s Irish Pub at The Barn

Garrett McBay, Reporter • January 15, 2013

For an inviting atmosphere and great tasting food, try Clancy’s at the Barn in Ballwin. With a varied menu and friendly service, it’s one of my favorite places to eat. Part of a small shopping center...

Through These Halls: Groups Galore, The Power of Four

Jalyn Henderson, Reporter • January 14, 2013

Unlike other high school students who keep themselves busy with one or two extracurricular activities such as basketball and choir, Shelby Foley decided to double the norm and join four groups during her...

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