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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
This lancer banner was added to the front gym in 1991. This banner features the Louie the Lancer on his horse.
What’s a Lancer?
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
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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Behind the byline
This lancer banner was added to the front gym in 1991. This banner features the Louie the Lancer on his horse.
What’s a Lancer?
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 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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Lancers lose to Mehlville, pass midway mark of season

Lancers lose to Mehlville, pass midway mark of season

Seth Boester, Sports Reporter • October 2, 2014

It was a tough day for the varsity boys soccer squad. The Lancers lost to a formidable Mehlville Panthers team, one who is currently undefeated in the Suburban West Conference. The game was at an...

Rockwood Drug-Free Coalition Week

Madison Kesselring, Reporter • October 1, 2014

This week begins Rockwood’s fifth annual Drug-Free Coalition week. The committee celebrates their recognition of Missouri's 2013 Coalition of the Year along with the announcement of funding produced...

The Last Time I... traveled Internationally

The Last Time I… traveled Internationally

Bryan Woode, Reporter • October 1, 2014

"The Last Time I traveled internationally was when I went to Canada on Boy Scouts trip", said Nathaniel Frederickson, junior. Frederickson was a part of a Boy Scout crew this summer called Northern...

Rockwood offers flu shots to students, community

Rockwood offers flu shots to students, community

Dominic Scaglione, Reporter • September 30, 2014

The Rockwood School District will be offering flu clinics starting Oct. 1 for all students and their families. The clinic is also open to Rockwood staff members and community members. Flu vaccines are...

College reps visit LHS; passes available in Room 121

College reps visit LHS; passes available in Room 121

Delaney Eyermann, Webmaster • September 30, 2014

Starting Oct. 1, college representatives will be visiting the school to present information to interested juniors and seniors. Students who want to know more about a college or university or who are...

Boys and Girls Cross Country set to compete at Rim Rock Farm Classic

Boys and Girls Cross Country set to compete at Rim Rock Farm Classic

Seth Boester, Sports Reporter • September 26, 2014

The Lancers have a big weekend in store for them. Both boys and girls cross country will be attending the Rim Rock Farm Classic track meet this weekend. The meet is being hosted by Lawrence High School...

False Alarm!

False Alarm!

Megan Rigabar, Copy Editor • September 22, 2014

Toward the end of 3rd hour today, fire alarms suddenly went off and everyone quickly evacuated the building. However, this incident was a result of a malfunctioning alarm system, not an actual fire. Faulty...

Special Education teacher takes fundraising to new heights

Special Education teacher takes fundraising to new heights

Megan Rigabar, Copy Editor • September 22, 2014

UPDATE:  Kipp is now rappelling 17 stories off the Hyatt Regency St. Louis on Saturday,  Oct. 4 instead of  the Jefferson State Office Building on Oct. 18. To donate, make checks out to Special...

Cookie stand adds more flavors of cookies, adds slushies to menu

Cookie stand adds more flavors of cookies, adds slushies to menu

Grant Norfleet, Reporter • September 18, 2014

The Lafayette Cookie Stand is making bold moves this year. The stand has always offered chocolate chip cookies, but this year they are expanding their horizons. Brand new cookie flavors including the...

Boys soccer set to square off against Northwest

Boys soccer set to square off against Northwest

Seth Boester, Sports Reporter • September 16, 2014

The season is still young for the Lancers, which gives them an opportunity to make a name for themselves in their district. So far, the season has been solid for the team. Senior Connor Schene is currently...

Rockwood students qualify as National Merit semifinalists

Rockwood students qualify as National Merit semifinalists

Mary Adcock, Reporter • September 16, 2014

The annual National Merit Scholarship Corporation has announced 16,000 semifinalists from the 1.4 million students who took the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) National Merit Scholarship Qualifying...

Club Spotlight: Philosophy Club inspires and sets tone for future meetings

Club Spotlight: Philosophy Club inspires and sets tone for future meetings

Jennifer Butler, Opinion Editor • September 9, 2014

On Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 3:15p.m., the first Philosophy Club meeting took place. 30 students attended, most of them seniors, and discussed the philosopher of the week, Socrates. On this first...

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