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Currently serving as the Dean of Mathematics and Sciences at St. Charles Community College, Mara Vorachek-Warren was appointed to fill the position of Director for the Rockwood BOE May 30. She will be sworn into the position June 6.
New Board Director appointed, to be sworn in at June 6 meeting
Don Kreienkamp, Varsity baseball Assistant Coach, and Junior Michael Callahan walk together at the District Final game May 18. The Lancers won the game 3-1 and became District Champions.
Lafayette to welcome two new head coaches for 2024-2025 school year
For the first time since the Pandemic, a new mural was painted by the AP Art and Design underclassman. The mural was requested by science teacher Craig Wideman, and painted by art teacher Lauren Sakowski, junior Anna Matheus, and sophomore Michelle Chen.
Elmo inspired mural marks first major art project since pandemic
Early on Monday morning, multiple regions of the school had air conditioning and power outages, causing some classes to move periodically for the 1st Hour final block.
Power outages affect multiple schools in Wildwood area, parts of Lafayette building
In April of 2024, a documentary centered on the 2022 session of Missouri Girls State, was released. The documentary follows participating Girls State citizens during the first year of the programs co-hosting with Boys State.
Missouri program receives national attention after release of Apple TV+ Documentary
After receiving 7th place at Nationals with Varsity Escadrille, Raymond poses with the trophy in front of the ESPN World Wide of Sports Complex globe. I felt a rush of everything. All the feelings, all the hard work just rushed through my body, Raymond said.
Last Time I Was Proud of Myself: Kaili Raymond
Graduating seniors who previously attended Rockwood Valley Middle School pose for a group picture in front of the school.
Seniors celebrate graduation by walking through previous schools
Sophomore Luke Hinton, belongs to the member at Wildwood Green Arts. The studio helps members try sculpting and various forms of pottery.
Pottery studio gives community opportunity to explore new techniques
As part of the Lafayette community, local youth soccer club Rockwood United SC took part in the annual Homecoming Parade. The club was created by former LHS soccer coaches, Saverio Traversa and Craig Wideman, to provide better quality soccer coaching. We want to make sure that [soccer] is taught right, because when learned correctly its the best sport in the world, Wideman said.
Former Lafayette coaches create club for better quality soccer
Protests are being held at colleges across the United States. There have been protests at Washington University in St. Louis and Columbia University, both colleges seniors from the Class of 2024 will be attending.
College protests across country impact former, current Lafayette students
The infielders run to Sophomore Landon Matthews to celebrate after recording the final out of the Lancers 4-2 Quarterfinals victory against Seckman on May 25. The team then advanced to the Final Four, their first trip since 2000.
Baseball makes State Final for first time in 24 years, loses by one point
Sophomore Landon Matthews celebrates the Lancers win against Seckman. Lafayette beat Seckman 4-2 for the State Quarterfinal game May 25.
Boys volleyball wins State Championship, boys, girls track place at State
Senior Dillion Cronin runs after receiving the baton in the 4x800-meter relay. The 4x800 team ran a 7:59.24 and finished 2nd place. They look to compete in the State Meet next weekend.
Baseball wins Districts, boys, girls track head to State
Senior Lucas Tran jumps to block Parkway West player. Tran has 30 blocks so far this season and he leads the team with 726 attacks.
Boys, girls track win at Districts, boys golf heads to State
Leaping in the air, junior Carl King gets over a hurdle. King finished 1st in the 300-meter hurdle.
Boys track wins at Conference, volleyball begins playoff run
Officially releasing on April 16, Starbucks came out with their new Spicy Lemonade Refreshers: Spicy Dragonfruit (left), Spicy Strawberry (middle) and Spicy Pineapple (right). What makes these drinks unique is the addition of the Starbucks Spicy Chili Powder Blend which gives the drinks that hint of spice combined with the fruity, tropical flavor of the lemonade. (photo illustration by Zosia Paciorek)
Sips of Summer
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
Graduating seniors who previously attended Rockwood Valley Middle School pose for a group picture in front of the school.
Seniors celebrate graduation by walking through previous schools
Sophomore Luke Hinton, belongs to the member at Wildwood Green Arts. The studio helps members try sculpting and various forms of pottery.
Pottery studio gives community opportunity to explore new techniques
Julia Woody signs along to a song played by the Ac-Lab Country Band. For the first time ever, The Lafayette Guitar Festival featured ASL interpretation by students.
Guitar Festival features student ASL interpreters
Lafayette students meet before athletes arrive in the commons to go over plans for the day. The buddy meeting was designed to help students paired with the athletes, learn about their partners.
Lafayette hosts Special Olympics for student-athletes, community
Jessica Guan who is representing China, is talking about her stand. International Day featured many booths for different countries.
Lafayette’s International Day aims to celebrate diversity within school community
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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In April of 2024, a documentary centered on the 2022 session of Missouri Girls State, was released. The documentary follows participating Girls State citizens during the first year of the programs co-hosting with Boys State.

Missouri program receives national attention after release of Apple TV+ Documentary

Maddy Cox and Abby Scott • May 17, 2024

Girls State is a national program under the American Legion Auxiliary that aims to promote civic engagement, scholastic achievement and leadership among girls across the U.S. Each state has its own...

Protests are being held at colleges across the United States. There have been protests at Washington University in St. Louis and Columbia University, both colleges seniors from the Class of 2024 will be attending.

College protests across country impact former, current Lafayette students

Sonya Sud, Samantha Haney, and Eshwar Murali • May 13, 2024

  Across the U.S., college students are joining Pro-Palestinian groups in protesting war in Gaza and are calling for universities to cut any financial ties they may have with Israel. While...

During 4th Hour, Personal Fitness and Wellness walks in the Gym. This class is offered over the summer.

Total of five courses to be offered during summer, two in-person

Zosia Paciorek, Features Editor • May 10, 2024

According to the Rockwood School District website, five classes will be offered through Rockwood Summer Acadamy including Health, Art Fundamentals, Personal Fitness and Wellness, Personal Finance (sophomore-senior...

The original graduation date for the Class of 2024 was set to be May 29 at the Chaifetz Arena. However, on Aug. 3, the BOE voted to change Graduation to May 11. When Rockwood posted about the change on Facebook, many parents took to the comments to voice their concerns and support.

Change in graduation dates poses concern from parents, challenges for students

Adwyta Chelikavada, Eshwar Murali, and Sonya Sud • May 9, 2024

At the beginning of the 2023-2024 school year, Graduation was set for May 29 at the Chaifetz Arena. An updated date was released on Aug. 3, revealing that Lafayette’s seniors will graduate earlier, on...

Before a lacrosse game, seniors Sierra Sachtleben and Olivia Williams wear their floaties. In water wars, floaties and goggles can be worn as protection. When a senior is wearing one of those items properly, they cant get out.

Wild water wars

Rachel Emma Saferite, News Staff • May 7, 2024

This year, 99 seniors at Lafayette are participating in Senior Water Wars. Courtney Kemp and Penelope Proffitt are hosting the game this year. To get into the game, players had to pay $12 via Venmo.  Kemp...

Lafayette hosts Special Olympics for student-athletes, community

Vedha Inampudi and Natalie Soest • May 3, 2024

Lafayette students pair up with athletes from all over the community to compete in the 2024 Special Olympics. The event was comprised of 262 athletes and over 450 volunteers. Volunteers hosted games and...

The Lancer Parent Organization president and vice president handed out grants to staff members.

Lancer Parent Organization fulfills grants

Samantha Haney, Opinions Editor / Legend Social Media Manager • May 3, 2024

At the Class of 2023s graduation, graduates toss their caps into the air. Graduation for the Class of 2024 will take place on May 11.

Upcoming senior events mark end of year

Sonya Sud and Samantha Haney • May 1, 2024

Senior Awards Night - May 1 Seniors who received an invite from the College and Career Office will receive awards during Senior Awards Night May 1, at 7 p.m. Seniors Sarah Ebenezer and Chris Songco will...

What’s a Lancer?

Sam Walowitz and Lylah Kimberlin • April 24, 2024

The Lancer mascot has taken on different forms throughout Lafayette's history. Each is represented throughout the school in murals, clock faces and even the floor of the Commons. Lafayette community members...

Former students, colleagues celebrate retirees

Jack Robeson, Digital Media Editor in Chief • April 18, 2024

Six Lafayette staff members are retiring this year, leaving a lasting impact. Former students and current colleagues of the retirees discuss their memory.

Lafayette students, staff observe eclipse

Julia Dean, Digital Media Staff • April 16, 2024

On April 8, Lafayette students and staff joined to watch the partial eclipse on the football field. They were on the field for under an hour, passing time by talking to friends, tracking the sun's progress...

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

Zosia Paciorek, Features Editor • April 11, 2024

College Board will transition from paper AP tests to a digital format, starting in May of 2025. There will be a total of 9 AP classes offered in a digital format according to College Board.  All...

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