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Because there were no applicants for the open study hall position, In-School Suspension teacher Dale Walker has been supervising the study hall room each day since the beginning of the year, and Student Restore Program teacher Whitney Ralph is supervising students in ISS. “It’s temporary. They’re looking for a permanent teacher to fill in, so they had me move here to have a constant person,” Walker said.
Living with less
To recognize the lives lost in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, junior Vedika Kumar leads a line of ROTC cadets in the annual Patriot Day Ceremony on Sept. 9. Coordinating the event is one of the community service projects performed by ROTC members.
Hovering just above ground
Phil Milligan speaks against Jessica Clarks comments during Patron Comments at the Sept. 1 Board meeting. Milligan was a band teacher at Lafayette for 11 years before he became an elementary school principal. He strongly opposed Clarks remarks. Shame on you, he said towards her.
At Sept. 1 meeting, community patrons react to controversy surrounding BOE member’s comments
At the Sept. 1 Board of Education meeting, Jessica Clark listens to patron comments. Most patrons spoke about comments Clark made at a Real Talk Radio event on Aug. 23.
School board takes action to address recent controversy
Hall passes at Lafayette are now color-coordinated based on classroom location and the closest corresponding bathroom. The decision was made in response to students roaming the halls after asking to go to the bathroom.
Bathroom hall passes, guest check-in implemented as new security procedures
Happy mind = happy life
Happy mind = happy life
Local fall flavor spots offer various takes on pumpkin spice
Local fall flavor spots offer various takes on pumpkin spice
A new Build-A-Bear location in Chesterfield advertises party rooms. The location offers more changes, with the party rooms being just one of them.
Out and About: Build-A-Bear Adventure offers update to traditional shops
Over the summer, the Undefined teams prepared for the school year practicing some skits. Undefined has added a JV team for the first time in its history.
Redefining Undefined
As Link Crew and LHS staff members applaud, freshmen walk into the gym to begin freshmen orientation. Assistant Principal Colleen Fields said the shift from middle school to high school can be challenging for some freshmen, but they should still try to be gentle with themselves. Youre gonna make a lot of mistakes. Youre gonna learn a lot of new things and sometimes youre gonna feel overwhelmed,” Fields said.
Upperclassmen offer advice to Class of 2026
In Lafayettes 49-0 routing of Northwest on Sept. 16, sophomore QB Jack Behl avoids the defense as he fades back to pass. Behl threw for two touchdowns in the game.
Lancers head into Battle of 109 with 4-2 record
On the field, junior Addyson Jones prepares to run to the next base at the annual Pink Game against Marquette on September 20. The team beat the Mustangs 11-7.
Girls softball swings into 2022 season
At the Forest Park Invitational, LJ Groenewald tries to pass the runners beside him. Groenewald placed 14th in state last year. My goal is to inspire the new guys on the team and to show them how to have fun. I want to be a senior the younger guys can look up to and learn from, Groenewald said.
Boys cross country makes strides in current season
During the game on Sept. 16, senior Audrey Savacool spikes the ball to the other side during a volley. The game was the Chris Toomey memorial game, which was played in honor of the former coach who passed away over the summer.
Girls volleyball enters season with three new captains
The Lafayette Lancers head south down Highway 109 for this year’s Battle of 109 against the Eureka Wildcats on Oct. 7. Lafayette fell to Eureka 35-14, in the Catpound during last year’s match-up. When the Lancers travel to EHS this year, they will be looking to gain some ground in the annual event, where the Wildcats have a 9-4 advantage. Seniors Baylor Adamovsky and Braden Kladney both scored in last year’s contest and junior Zae Jones led the returning offense in rushing and passing yards. With the rest of the varsity squad, they are working to be ready to face the Wildcats on their turf in hopes of spoiling an EHS Homecoming game. The Superfans will also do their part off the field to get Lancer fans to fill the visitor stands for the 7 p.m. kick-off.
Lancer vs. Wildcat football takes game to new level
Although he likes the older Marvel movies, senior Mateo LaMar doesnt like the newer movies with different versions of the original characters. Because of the dip in film quality, LaMar prefers rewatching older movies rather than watching the newer movies.
MCU increases in explosion, decreases in expression
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
On Sept. 17, Lafayettes neighbor, Passisglias Nursery and Garden Center hosted its first-ever Fall Festival welcoming community members in for a full day of activities.
Passiglia’s hosts special Fall Festival
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
Rockwood bans 22 books due to new state law
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
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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In Lafayettes 49-0 routing of Northwest on Sept. 16, sophomore QB Jack Behl avoids the defense as he fades back to pass. Behl threw for two touchdowns in the game.
Lancers head into Battle of 109 with 4-2 record
Sonya Sud, Assistant Editor in Chief • 2 hours ago

Coaches: Head Coach Boyd Manne; Assistant Coaches Brett Fischer, Adam Hicks, Steve Miller, Matthew Swoboda and Rick Voss Last Season Recap: 3rd in Suburban Conference Red Pool and 5th in Class 5 District 2 with a 5-6 record Leadership Council: Seniors Baylor Adamovsky,...

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On the field, junior Addyson Jones prepares to run to the next base at the annual Pink Game against Marquette on September 20. The team beat the Mustangs 11-7.
Girls softball swings into 2022 season
Annie Leath, Staff Reporter • October 4, 2022

Coaches: Head Coach Ally Gardener and Assistant Coach Scott Holtmann Last season's record: 16-13 Current record: 14-9 Player Intel: “The season’s been going really good, we’re becoming a family and we’re working as a team really well. The game against Eureka...

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At the Forest Park Invitational, LJ Groenewald tries to pass the runners beside him. Groenewald placed 14th in state last year. My goal is to inspire the new guys on the team and to show them how to have fun. I want to be a senior the younger guys can look up to and learn from, Groenewald said.
Boys cross country makes strides in current season
Eshwar Murali, Co Web Editor • September 28, 2022

Coach: Sean O'Connor Last season recap: 3rd place at District Championship, 6th at State Championship Captains: Seniors Brendan Berger, LJ Groenewald, juniors Dillon Cronin, Jack Robeson Current record for the season: 2nd place finish at the Fort Zumwalt North Invitational,...

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During the game on Sept. 16, senior Audrey Savacool spikes the ball to the other side during a volley. The game was the Chris Toomey memorial game, which was played in honor of the former coach who passed away over the summer.
Girls volleyball enters season with three new captains
Juli Mejia, Editor In Chief • September 28, 2022

Coaches: Zach Young and Sue Tillery Record from last season: 32-5-1 Captains: Seniors Madi Hartman, Audrey Savacool and junior Alyssa Nelson Coach Intel: “For us, we are very lucky to get a lot of club players who come in with a lot of skill already. I think...

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The Lafayette Lancers head south down Highway 109 for this year’s Battle of 109 against the Eureka Wildcats on Oct. 7. Lafayette fell to Eureka 35-14, in the Catpound during last year’s match-up. When the Lancers travel to EHS this year, they will be looking to gain some ground in the annual event, where the Wildcats have a 9-4 advantage. Seniors Baylor Adamovsky and Braden Kladney both scored in last year’s contest and junior Zae Jones led the returning offense in rushing and passing yards. With the rest of the varsity squad, they are working to be ready to face the Wildcats on their turf in hopes of spoiling an EHS Homecoming game. The Superfans will also do their part off the field to get Lancer fans to fill the visitor stands for the 7 p.m. kick-off.
Lancer vs. Wildcat football takes game to new level
Molly Brim, Administrative Editor • September 23, 2022

A big rivalry between teams always makes a game a little bit bigger. It is bigger for the players and coaches and it is bigger for the fans. For Lancer football, there is no bigger game than The Battle of 109 between Lafayette and Eureka High Schools. The first time the...

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During a swim meet against Francis Howell Central, junior Caleb Warner performs the butterfly stroke. Warner placed 3rd in state last year for 100 meter breaststroke.
Boys swim hopes to improve during current season
Molly Brim, Administrative Editor • September 21, 2022

Coach: Todd Gabel Last season record: Suburban Conference Yellow Pool: The Lancers placed 7th place out of nine schools with a total number of points of 159. In the 200 medley relay, Lafayette placed 5th place out of seven schools with time of 1:43.83. Missouri Class 2...

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In a match again Ladue on Sept. 1, tennis captain and senior Saanvi Gudreddi follows through on a volley. Gudreddi is looking forward to getting closer with the new members on the team and has a goal to have a better attitude towards losses this season.
Girls varsity tennis bounces into season
Nola Jancich, Co Social Media Editor • September 21, 2022

Coaches: Emily Pestka and Emmanuelle Tamarof  Last season recap: District Champions  Players to watch this season: Senior Saanvi Gudreddi (ranked first on the team), junior Caroline Trost (ranked third) and sophomore Madi Pfeiffer (ranked second) Captain: Saanvi Gudreddi  Current...

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