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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
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
LHS participates in National Bring Your Kid to Work Day for the first time
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 a North Carolina national park in 2015, junior Megan Pannell first discovered her fear of spiders. Her dad pointed out a spider, which caused Pannell to panic at the sight. “That’s when I think he realized, ‘yeah, you’re definitely afraid of spiders’, Pannell said.
Last Time I Was Scared: Megan Pannell
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
After a hit, senior Will Gebhart flips his bat in celebration. This game was against the Parkway West Longhorns, which the Lancers lost 6-5. Gebhart had 2 runs in the defeat.
Boys track wins meet, boys water polo finishes runner up
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
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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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
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
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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Fox 2 to air Pep Zone from Lafayette Friday morning

Fox 2 to air Pep Zone from Lafayette Friday morning

Arianna Demos, Sports Staff • October 18, 2012

The Fox 2 News Team will broadcast a live Lafayette pep rally Friday, Oct. 19. They will arrive at 5:30 a.m. in the Main Gym to set up. All students who want to participate must be in the Gym by 6:35 a.m. Between...

Cardinals continue to prove they belong in October

Dylan Corbet, Sports Editor • October 18, 2012

For the first time in MLB history, there was a play-in game for the playoffs for the top two wildcard teams. After losing arguably the best first baseman in baseball, Albert Pujols, the Cardinals chances...

Jesus Villahermosa talks to freshmen, seniors about drugs and violence

Kelly Carpenter, Business Manager • October 17, 2012

On Oct. 16, 2012 Jesus Villahermosa spoke to the 9th and 12th Graders regarding drug abuse and violence related problems and how they can impact students’ decisions. Villahermosa has been a deputy...

Students decorate hallways for Homecoming Week

McKayla Treat, Webmaster • October 17, 2012

Because the Homecoming week theme was superheros and villains, each class was assigned a different superhero to decorate their hall as. Seniors had batman, juniors had the Avengers, sophomores had Spiderman...

Local haunted house offers real thrills and chills

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Director • October 15, 2012

One of the most popular activities in the month of October is going to haunted houses. The Darkness and Creepyworld are among the many spooky attractions in St. Louis where people go for thrills and chills....

Lancers face their toughest matchup for Homecoming

Lancers face their toughest matchup for Homecoming

Dylan Corbet, Sports Editor • October 11, 2012

The Lancers and Patriots both march into this Friday night matchup with a record of 7-0, only one team will continue their undefeated season. After cruising past their last six opponents with a combined...

Through These Halls: Q & A Time

Through These Halls: Q & A Time

October 11, 2012

How informed are Lancers? Well, while they might know the latest Hollywood gossip or sports stats, general knowledge and political information is not always at the tip of their tongues!

Homecoming Dress Up Days

Alex LaMar, Reporter • October 9, 2012

Holiday Day Monday, Oct. 8 kicked off Homecoming week with the first dress up day: Holiday Day. Flyers and posters surfaced all over the school about a week beforehand, prompting students to dress up...

New inductees to be sworn into NHS on Oct. 15

Jalyn Henderson, Guest Writer • October 5, 2012

Scholarship, Service, Leadership and Character; all four pillars of the National Honor Society (NHS) embody a sense of community and integrity. Every year, students apply to become a part of this prestigious...

Flu Shots

Caroline Jordan, Guest Writer • October 4, 2012

Flu shots will be available at LHS on Tuesday Oct. 9, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Shots will cost $28 and a Flu Mist will also be available for $38. The Flu vaccination stimulates the immune system by...

Out and About: Francesca’s Collections offers cute, affordable women’s clothes

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Director • October 4, 2012

Just above the carousel on the second floor of Chesterfield mall, you will find the relatively new boutique Francesca’s Collections. This small store opened around the middle of April 2012, and targets...

Hardee’s fundraiser to take place during Homecoming Week

Kelly Panzitta, Guest Writer • October 4, 2012

Nothing is better then helping out your school, that’s why this homecoming week, Oct. 8-12, Hardee’s will be participating in a Renaissance fundraiser to benefit our school. 20 percent of the...

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