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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
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
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
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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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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Battling under the basket, Class of 2023 alumni PJ Rogan fights against his Marquette defender for a rebound. The Lancers will play the Mustangs at home Dec. 15. at 7 p.m.

Hockey bounces back after loss; basketball, wrestling prepare for season

Abby Scott and Eshwar Murali • November 20, 2023

Boys Basketball As winter sports begin, boys basketball is entering their preseason and had a scrimmage tournament, Nov. 15. Head Coach Bryan Keim is looking forward to the upcoming season. "These...

In the individual medley, senior Caleb Warner glides through the water with his butterfly stroke. Warner became a State Champion in the 200-meter individual medley and the 100-meter breaststroke.

Boys swim finish 3rd in State, break more school records

Eshwar Murali, Sports Editor • November 13, 2023

Boys Swimming and Diving With three new school records in hand, the Lancers placed 3rd in State. Senior Caleb Warner broke two of these school records and became a State Champion in the 200-meter individual...

After their State victory on Nov. 4, the volleyball team celebrates on the court. The team defeated Francis Howell in straight sets, 3-0. Everyone was out-of-this-world excited. [Winning back-to-back] was something that hasnt happened in awhile, Nelson said.

Girls volleyball repeats as State Champions, Barnard sets new record with State title run

Abby Scott and Eshwar Murali • November 6, 2023

Girls Cross Country Senior Natalie Barnard won the Class 5 State Championship this past Saturday, Nov. 4, setting a new State record time of 17:12.7 on the Gans Creek course in Columbia, Missouri. Senior...

Riding the sideline, junior Andrew Dillard sprints past his Fort Zumwalt West defender. The Lancers trailed 3-1 at halftime, however, they came back to win 4-3 in overtime, with Dillard scoring the equalizer.

Volleyball and soccer teams pull off comeback wins, boys swim breaks records

Eshwar Murali and Neel Patil • October 31, 2023

Boys Cross Country The Lancers finished 4th Place as a team at the District Meet, qualifying for State in Columbia Nov. 4. Seniors Dillion Cronin and Jack Robeson both placed in the top 10. Girls...

After winning the Battle of 109 on Oct. 6, junior Drue Kitchen kisses the Mayors Cup. On a two year winning streak now, the Lancers win against Eureka marked the first time the Lancers beat the Wildcats in consecutive games for over a decade.

Lancers win Conference Championship

Rishit Sohaney, News Staff • October 24, 2023

After beating Lindbergh 34-24, Oct. 20, Lafayette was crowned as Conference Champions. They head to the postseason with an 8-1 record. They are seeded 2nd behind Marquette, who hold a 7-2 record. The...

Rising with the ball, senior Alyssa Nelson sets to senior Ellie Emms in their last game against Marquette. In this last game against Marquette, Oct. 5, the Lady Lancers swept them 3-0. The Lady Lancers will play the Mustangs at Nerinx Hall, Oct. 24, at 6 p.m in the District Final.

Tennis places at State, Volleyball advances to District Final

Eshwar Murali and Zosia Paciorek • October 23, 2023

Boys Cross Country: The Lancers will race at Districts on Oct. 28. Girls Cross Country: The Lady Lancers will race at Districts on Oct. 28. Field  Hockey: The Lady Lancers beat Kirkwood...

Holding the tournament bracket, senior and State champion Amber Yin stands next to All-State doubles teammates sophomore Mia Yin and freshman Mary Sublette. Amber won State without dropping a set and the doubles team of Mia and Sublette placed 5th.

Lady Lancer wins State Championship, Football wins in overtime

Ammu Lanka and Eshwar Murali • October 16, 2023

Boys Cross Country At the Suburban Conference State Championships, Oct. 14, Lancers finished 4th overall but 3rd in the Red Pool. Senior Jack Robeson placed 2nd. Notable placements include senior Dillon...

Hunched over her putter, junior Addy Surber reads the putt. Surber won Conference Player of the Year and qualified for State. While she was excited that she won Conference Player of the Year, she wasnt surprised, I was happy but I was undefeated for all my match, so I kind of expected it.

Tennis wins Districts and Sectionals, Volleyball stays undefeated for third straight week

Eshwar Murali and Audrey Keller • October 10, 2023

Boys Cross Country The Lancers placed 3rd at the Patriot Statesmen Invitational, Oct. 7, with a score of 73. Senior Jack Robeson finished in 2nd place, with a time of 16:11.80. His fellow seniors Sagan...

At the Parkway West Dale Shepard Invitational, Lancers run. Senior Jack Robeson placed 2nd while the team placed 3rd overall.

Girls golf ends undefeated, boys swim finishes second at invitational

Eshwar Murali and Samantha Haney • October 2, 2023

Boys Cross Country In the Parkway West Dale Shepard Invitational, the Lancers finished 3rd overall. Seniors Dillon Cronin and Jack Robeson both placed in the top 10. Robeson placed 2nd with a time of...

Holding the ball up, senior Matheus Gasparino takes on his Parkway Central defender. Gasparino scored a goal against the Colts in the Lancers 2-1 win Sept. 19.

Lancers win Homecoming Game, soccer keeps two clean sheets

Eshwar Murali and Sonya Sud • September 25, 2023

Boys Cross Country In their Gans Creek Invitational, the Lancers placed 17th. Their next meet will be on Sept. 30 at the Dale Shepherd Invitational.  Girls Cross Country In their Gans Creek Invitational,...

Attacking at the near post, senior Allie Chanski tries to squeeze the ball past the Eureka goalie. The Lady Lancers won their Battle of 109 matchup 6-0.

Girls cross country wins meet, softball falls in championship game

Eshwar Murali and Maddy Cox • September 18, 2023

Boys Cross Country Cross Country competed at the Festus Bowles Invitational Sept 16. The Lancers placed 3rd with senior Jack Robeson placing 2nd overall for varsity. “Overall, I think we might be...

Embracing each other, seniors Daxton Shawke and goalkeeper Jack Burkhardt celebrate their win against Timberland. In the win, the Lancers had to go to penalty kicks to settle the score,

Soccer wins in penalty kicks, volleyball stays undefeated and dominant

Eshwar Murali and Adwyta Chelikavada • September 11, 2023

Boys Cross Country The Lancers raced at the Stan Nelson Invitational, Sept. 9. Senior Dillon Cronin placed 14th, and the team placed 11th. They will race at the Festus Bowles Invitational Sept. 16. Girls...

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