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Community mourns loss of assistant volleyball coach
Community mourns loss of assistant volleyball coach
The west parking lot is full of cars during the school day. Starting on Aug. 1, seniors will have the chance to purchase their parking spot, and can choose it on May 16.
Parking passes on sale Aug. 1
Junior L Lamar opens up StudentSquare on a computer. ParentSquare will be utilized by teachers and parents in the 2022-23 school year, while StudentSquare will be utilized by students through either an app or online website.
District moving to ParentSquare communication system for safety, easier accessibility
Language arts teacher Cheryl Hermach and special education teachers Debbie Ballard, Sandy Schilling-Gal and Terri Warnars will all be retiring in 2022. Each teacher has worked at Lafayette for over 20 years.
Four teachers plan retirement after over 20 years of teaching
Patrons search through a sea of plants in Maypop’s greenhouse
Out and About: Maypop Coffee and Garden Shop
Found in the Whole Life isle of Dierbergs, SlimFast Nutrition Shakes claim to reduce calorie intake in a delicious way. Nutritionist Josh Axe said SlimFast Shakes arent actually beneficial for the body. Essentially, you could take a big glass of water, dump sugar in it, add a few drops of milk chunk in some cocoa powder and you have a drink very similar to SlimFast, Axe said.
Diets cause detrimental effects on body, nutritionists explain dangers
In 2020, Hudak travels to Colorado to take professional photos to add to her portfolio for auditions for ballet companies.
Broken At The Barre
In 2019, Class of 2021 Lafayette grad Preston Kellenberger spent hours on hours performing with a percussion group, the Colt Cadets.
Take It From Me: Preston Kellenberger
A basic cherry snow cone from Murrays. A small snow cone costs $3 whereas a monster snow cone costs $6.
Out and About: Murray’s Shaved Ice
In the 4x800 relay, juniors Grace Tyson, Natalie Barnard and freshman Avery Brown and Lauren Pauls get first place.
4X800 relay with Tyson, Brown, Pauls, Barnard take State Champs
Junior Kennedy Bryce attempts to get the ball into the goal against Cor Jessuit May 20. The Lancers ended with a overall season record of 18-4-1.
Girls lacrosse advance to Elite Eight in playoffs, track and field sectionals postponed
Junior Sam Williams pitches against Eureka May 4. Williams pitched a complete game and the Lancers outhit Eureka with 10 hits compared to six hits. The Lancers ended the regular season with a record of 14-15.
Girls track and field wins District championship, boys baseball prepares for District quarterfinals
Sophomore Emily Derucki gets ready to pass the ball to a teammate. The Lancers have an overall season record of 14-3.
Girls lacrosse wins seven in a row, girls water polo wins first-ever game at State Tournament
Freshman Jake Behl looks for an open teammate to pass the ball to during the Lancers game against Kirkwood April 26. The Lancers have had success against Kirkwood, with the Lancers having a 6-4 overall record against Kirkwood after the April 26 game.
Boys volleyball host Lafayette Tournament, girls track and field take second place at Eureka Invitational
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness was extremely disappointing.
Review: Despite being magic-centered, ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ epically fails to capture Marvel “magic”
@stlactivists posted on Instagram to try and get students from different schools to wear red. According to the post, a student sent this to the account as part of something they were doing for their school.
Blog: Today I took a stand
The summer before my freshman year, my family took a trip to Disney World in Orlando, Florida. My dad (far left) and I’s favorite stop was the Star Wars section of Universal Studios, where we met different Star Wars characters, including Chewbacca.
I am a Jedi, like my father before me
Heartstopper, originally written by Alice Oseman, comes to life from a comic to a tv series. On May 1, Heartstopper received a 100% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Review: ‘Heartstopper’ shows struggle of labeling sexualities
“Turning Red” was released on Disney+ on March 11, 2022. The movie followed a 13-year-old girl navigating the changes she is experiencing while growing up.
Review: ‘Turning Red’ perfectly portrays the struggles of being a teenager in today’s world
Tykes on Trykes organization gives area children with special needs the chance to ride
Tykes on Trykes organization gives area children with special needs the chance to ride
eSports compete at Nationals Tournament
eSports compete at Nationals Tournament
With nobody else in sight, sophomore Grace Tyson runs across the finish line in the two-mile run. Her time was 10:51 seconds, with the next best finisher being sophomore Elissa Barnard with a time of 11:21.
Tyson devotes time, dedication to put best foot forward at State this year
Lafayette holds first ever collaborative Fine Arts Festival
Lafayette holds first ever collaborative Fine Arts Festival
Artist Highlights: Abbey Grey and Davis Dunn
Artist Highlights: Abbey Grey and Davis Dunn
Sophomore Kaden Stottler poses in the Zen Garden. Stottler begins his new rap music career using only his Iphone, a microphone and a little help from close friends and family.
Sophomore begins journey into future rap career
Class of 2022: Senior Spotlights
Class of 2022: Senior Spotlights
Language arts teacher book recommendations
Best shopping websites
Best studying resources
At Magnolia Flavor House, a Filipino ice cream shop, sophomore Chris Songco eats ice cream. Although his family hasn’t been able to go recently, Songco has been to the Philippines multiple times to visit family, including when he was seven.
Listen In: Asian American, Pacific Islander Month inspires pride in culture
As part of the curriculum for several language arts classes, students are checked out a copy of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. Since the author wrote the main character in the book to be autistic, reading it can be a way to understand what having autism is like.
Listen In: Book promotes autism awareness, acceptance
To recognize Black History Month, the library created a display of diverse books. Reading books with diverse characters can be a way to widen perspectives.
Listen In: Taking a pause during Black History Month
College and Career counselors Alex Dusenberry and Sarah Hicks speak about what they do at their office and how they can help seniors decide which college option benefits them the most. The seniors met during AcLab on Aug. 26 to learn information about the upcoming school year.
Listen In: Traditional vs. non-traditional college options
Halloweens originated from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain and formally became introduced in the United States in the mid 1800s, according to the History website.
Listen In: Halloween brings friends, families closer together
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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness was extremely disappointing.

Review: Despite being magic-centered, ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ epically fails to capture Marvel “magic”

Makayla Archambeault and Jack Daws • May 13, 2022

*This review contains spoilers for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and WandaVision Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness was advertised as the turning point of Phase Four of the Marvel...

@stlactivists posted on Instagram to try and get students from different schools to wear red. According to the post, a student sent this to the account as part of something they were doing for their school.

Blog: Today I took a stand

Samantha Haney, Asst. Opinions Editor • May 5, 2022

Today, on May 5, 2022, I wore red. I try not to get too involved in politics at school, but yesterday I saw this screenshot that said ‘wear red to school this Thursday to support the choice to choose...

The summer before my freshman year, my family took a trip to Disney World in Orlando, Florida. My dad (far left) and I’s favorite stop was the Star Wars section of Universal Studios, where we met different Star Wars characters, including Chewbacca.

I am a Jedi, like my father before me

Makayla Archambeault • May 4, 2022

My dad’s fascination in the galaxy far, far away stretches back into his childhood with A New Hope, a film he watched so many times on VHS that his parents had to buy new tapes after he wore them out. You...

Heartstopper, originally written by Alice Oseman, comes to life from a comic to a tv series. On May 1, Heartstopper received a 100% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Review: ‘Heartstopper’ shows struggle of labeling sexualities

Molly Brim, Asst. Sports Editor • May 3, 2022

I was scrolling through TikTok on April 22, 2022 and found edits from the show Heartstopper flooding my feed. I’ve never read the comics before so I was clueless as to what this was all about.  Heartstopper...

“Turning Red” was released on Disney+ on March 11, 2022. The movie followed a 13-year-old girl navigating the changes she is experiencing while growing up.

Review: ‘Turning Red’ perfectly portrays the struggles of being a teenager in today’s world

Sonya Sud, Co-News Editor • April 26, 2022

When I first heard about Turning Red, I was confused as to why there was so much hype about a cartoon movie about a girl who turns into an animal. I was pretty skeptical when I decided to watch the movie...

Olivia Rodrigo faces the stage during her performance at The Factory in Chesterfield on April 20.

Sour Tour leaves fans with sweet smiles

Janka Gerber • April 25, 2022

On May 20, 2022, Fans lined up in the pouring rain and raging wind for a chance to see Olivia Rodrigo perform at The Factory in Chesterfield Valley. After arriving at 9 a.m., I quickly found out that the...

Jordan and Supreme shoes are icons of Hypebeast culture. While buying these products are not a problem, when you buy them as frequently as Hypebeasts do, it becomes problematic.

Blog: Hypebeast culture promotes toxic materialism

Eshwar Murali, Staff Reporter • April 18, 2022

Walking around campus, there are a couple of guarantees. Besides kids on their phones and people crying in the corner thanks to chemistry, one guarantee is Hypebeasts. Wearing Supreme on their shirts,...

School and the future are the two main stressors in my life currently, with trying to be that perfect student.

Blog: Stress isn’t so bad after all

Molly Brim, Asst. Sports Editor • April 8, 2022

When hearing the word stress, what comes to a person's mind first? Is it sweaty palms, a nervous stomach? Maybe it's a shot of adrenaline, a wake-up call to the realities of life. In my life as a student,...

Cartoon: April Fools

Cartoon: April Fools

Caoimhe Farris, Staff Reporter • April 1, 2022

Having a successful life shouldnt require taking unnecessary measures to get there. Instead of wasting time on needless stressors, people should focus their attention on the things theyre passionate about.

More than one path

Caroline Black, Staff Reporter • March 31, 2022

In order to get into a good college you must take as many AP classes as possible, especially the hard ones, join every club that you can fit into your schedule, be a part of a sport, do whatever you can...

Italian rock band Maneskin participates in the first semi-final of the jury show of the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Maneskin finished with 524 points total, gaining 206 points from the professional juries and 318 points from the public vote.

Eurovision Song Contest becomes international sensation, gains attention

Vijay Viswanathan • March 29, 2022

After Italian rock band Maneskin’s victory at the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 will be held in Turin, Italy. But what is Eurovision? Eurovision...

Many of Toni Morrisons works like The Bluest Eye can be found in the library. Morrison released her first novel, The Bluest Eye, in 1970. Morrison is a Pulitzer-winning author for another of her novels, Beloved, which is optional reading in the AP English Literature and Composition course at Lafayette.

Despite being frequently banned, The Bluest Eye holds important messages, literary excellence

Max Hartsfield, Staff Reporter • March 17, 2022

Toni Morrison’s The Bluest Eye is a novel published in 1970 that has recently gained a lot of attention, especially locally. That’s because it was recently banned January 20, and then reinstated February...

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