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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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Senior Advisory to hold Movie Night for charity

Senior Advisory to hold Movie Night for charity

Abby Howard, Reporter • March 7, 2013

On Friday, March 11, the Senior Advisory will be holding the first ever Movie Night for kids in Elementary school. It will take place in the Gymnasium from 7-9 p.m.  and the price for entry is $3;concessions...

Rockwood School Board update

Rockwood School Board update

Paige Antolik, News editor • March 7, 2013

Borchers' Contract Extension On Feb. 24, the Rockwood Board of Education directors voted to extend Superintendent Bruce Borchers' contract until June 30, 2016. The vote was 4-3 being in favor of...

Academy Awards Round-Up

Academy Awards Round-Up

Eric Deters, Reporter • February 27, 2013

On Feb. 24, the 85th Annual Academy Awards were held in the Dolby Theater and hosted by Seth MacFarlane, creator of Family Guy, American Dad!, and most recently, Ted. The show’s themes were celebrating...

A Guide to College Visits

A Guide to College Visits

Grace Yun and Rebecca Ferman, Reporter and Social Media Coordinator • February 27, 2013

You wouldn’t buy a house without looking at it first, right? In the same way, it’s really important to visit the college you’re considering on attending before you enroll so that you can get a feel...

An $800 million proposal may send the St. Louis Rams packing for warmer weather

An $800 million proposal may send the St. Louis Rams packing for warmer weather

February 27, 2013

Since 1995, the Rams have been a part of  the great city of St. Louis, MO. However, speculation has arose about this football team leaving for good and returning to their former home of Los Angles,...

Seniors get ready for the Father/Daughter Dance and Mother/Son Brunch

February 26, 2013

The Mother/Son Brunch and Father/Daughter dance will be held on March 9 at Forest Hills Country Club. Tickets for the brunch are $40 a pair, and dance tickets are $60 a pair, and will be available during...

Battle of the Bands to showcase student-produced music

Julia Fox, Guest Writer • February 26, 2013

From the Beatles to Rise Against, Blink 182 to Coldplay and everything in between, all genres of rock music will be represent by student-run bands on Saturday, March 2 for the Lafayette Battle of the Bands. At...

Hats on to Cancer

Hats on to Cancer

Dakota Shaw, Reporter • February 26, 2013

On Friday, March 1st, students can sleep in knowing they don't have to style their hair. Lafayette, along with the entire Rockwood School District, will participate in a fundraiser called Hats on...

Choate encourages more students to attend Turnabout Dance

Saaraa Juddha, Guest Writer • February 20, 2013

On Feb. 23, Lafayette will host its annual Turnabout dance from 7:30-10:30 p.m. in the commons. This year’s theme is “A Moonlit Night” and tickets are on sale from Feb. 20-21 for $10 and $15 on...

Winter storm watch in effect for Thursday

Winter storm watch in effect for Thursday

Karre Wagner, Assistant Webmaster • February 20, 2013

Thursday, Feb. 21 is bringing snow day threats along with a brutal snow storm. Starting in the early morning freezing rain will spread across the area and accumalate in to sleet and possible snow. The...

Eleven Lafayette students named National Merit finalists

Eleven Lafayette students named National Merit finalists

Hibo Ismail, Guest Writer • February 19, 2013

This year, there were 22 students in the Rockwood School District picked as finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Competition. In order to enter the competition, the students had to take a Preliminary...

Be the Change Week to change school’s perspective on others

Maggie McDaniel, Reporter • February 19, 2013

Be the Change week will occur from Feb. 19-22 to teach students to accept others and to treat each other with love and respect. Be the Change is a club where students talk about the problems they face...

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