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At the 2022 Madrigal Dinner, Class of 2022 Graduate Caleb Bolton performs as a part of the Royal Court. This dinner is an ongoing tradition occurring every other year during December. The next event will be in 2026.
LHS choir puts on Madrigal Dinner inspired from the Renaissance period
As the MIOS Concert progressed, percussionists sophomores Charlie Henson and Jacob Tate as well as freshman Charlie Heger play their instruments.
LHS, RVMS bands perform in holiday concert
After being introduced by music teacher Brad Balog, the LHS Jazz Band plays their first song of the night, "Hay Burner." Right before Thanksgiving, all proceeds from this concert went towards the circle of concern food pantry.
Annual jazz band concert helps local food pantry
Anchors, Ella Minton and Lylah Kimberlin, practice their broadcast script before following through with their final take.
Lancerfeed: Press Play #2
During the 7 p.m. show, sophomore Shruthi Senthil pretends to drive a car and ask for snacks from junior Mary Kirtley and senior Payton Skipton in the back seat. Undefined held two shows Nov. 22, and all proceeds went to STLSpark.
Undefined holds annual Dressember show
Hannah Henderson shrugs after a win against her Northwest opponent. This was Hendersons 118th win to break the girls wrestling program all-time wins record.
Girls wrestling program with new all-time wins leader, boys team victorious
At the Class 2 State tournament, senior Hannah Henderson celebrate after winning a match, Henderson finished 6th at State in her weight class.
Senior to step up, as Girls Wrestling aims for State
To perform a dive, senior Lucia Tenny steps on the board. Tenny finished in 3rd place at the State meet.
New girls swimming and diving coach looks to build strong program
Junior Brady Micek dribbles past Pattonville defender. Head coach Don Kreienkamp mentioned Micek as a player to watch this season.
New boys basketball head coach aspires to take “highly capable” team to District title
Hand on the mat, senior Aiden Schoen faces off against his Seckman opponent, Jan 6, 2024. Schoen placed 4th at State last year and is a player to watch in the upcoming season.
New transfer, State medalists hope to take boys wrestling team into post-season
Community members browse items for sale during the Marketplace Craft Fair, from many available vendors.
Marketplace Craft Fair raises money for band, raises awareness for non-profits
During her last night in Iceland, Assistant Principal Natasha Fischer finally got to see the northern lights, a long time dream of hers. Fischer traveled to Iceland in March 2023 with her husband Brett Fischer.
People of Lafayette: Natasha Fischer
During the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Macy's Great American Marching Band color guard was unable to spin on the parade route due to rain. Instead, color guard members were able to wave and talk with excited onlookers. Photo Contributed By Gracie Hagen.
Don’t Rain on their (Thanksgiving) Parade
Vedha Inampudi draws for two clubs for this rendition of Gone Clubbing.
Digital Media Gone Clubbing #2
Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump go head-to-head for this year's presidential election. The 2024 general election will take place Nov. 5.
Lancers’ Election Perception
People have mixed reactions on a Facebook reel by Fox2Now in response to the demonstration of the neo-Nazis, Oct. 5.
With national issues turning local, advocating for change is imperative
After picking up all the tennis balls on court, I decided to take pictures with the kids and their buddy.
Serving Smiles
Fake news online is rampant now that anyone can post anything. It is up to an individual to be proactive and fact check the media they consume.
It’s Time to Face the Facts
CARTOON: The evolution of the first day of school
CARTOON: The evolution of the first day of school
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
Community members browse items for sale during the Marketplace Craft Fair, from many available vendors.
Marketplace Craft Fair raises money for band, raises awareness for non-profits
Vedha Inampudi draws for two clubs for this rendition of Gone Clubbing.
Digital Media Gone Clubbing #2
Anchors, Ella Minton and Lylah Kimberlin, practice their broadcast script before following through with their final take.
Lancerfeed: Press Play #2
The cheerleaders cheer on the football players during the crucial district game against the Washington Blue Jays. The night ultimately led to a win for the Lancers.
Lafayette cheer program revamps coaching staff for new season
Digital Media Staff debuts new series, Digital Gone Clubbing. Sam Walowitz introduces the clubs, tune in!
Digital Media Gone Clubbing #1
Decked out in 80's workout gear, the SSD department performs a dance routine that went on to win them the title of 'Best Group Costume'.
Drop Dead Gore-geous
Lancers don their Lafayette gear for black and gold spirit day
Lancers don their Lafayette gear for black and gold spirit day
Lancers blast to the past for Throwback Thursday HoCo Spirit Day
Lancers blast to the past for Throwback Thursday HoCo Spirit Day
Day three of HoCo Spirit Week has Lancer's setting sail
Day three of HoCo Spirit Week has Lancer’s setting sail
Surfers face bikers for second day of HoCo Spirit Week
Surfers face bikers for second day of HoCo Spirit Week
Pi Day celebrates the mathematical symbol of pi. People like math teacher Kevin O'Gorman 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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Missouri History Museum uses hands-on experience for latest exhibit

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Vedha Inampudi and Sam Walowitz
February 29, 2024
Vedha Inampudi
Coloring STL offers visitors the chance to color and draw on the historical buildings all over the walls.

The Missouri History Museum opened a new exhibit called Coloring STL in August of 2022. It explores St.Louis’s architectural history by enlisting the community to draw and color all over the walls. The exhibit is running till September of 2024.

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Community members browse items for sale during the Marketplace Craft Fair, from many available vendors.
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During her last night in Iceland, Assistant Principal Natasha Fischer finally got to see the northern lights, a long time dream of hers. Fischer traveled to Iceland in March 2023 with her husband Brett Fischer.
People of Lafayette: Natasha Fischer
During the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Macy's Great American Marching Band color guard was unable to spin on the parade route due to rain. Instead, color guard members were able to wave and talk with excited onlookers. Photo Contributed By Gracie Hagen.
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Phone practices across Rockwood are relatively similar, with an baseline expectation that phones are away during instructional time. While most high schools in the district ask phones be put away completely for the entirety of class, Lafayette is the only school that allows teachers to decide the expectations in their own classroom.
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Lafayette junior explores creative side through ceramics
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
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
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
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
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The cheerleaders cheer on the football players during the crucial district game against the Washington Blue Jays. The night ultimately led to a win for the Lancers.
Lafayette cheer program revamps coaching staff for new season
Digital Media Staff debuts new series, Digital Gone Clubbing. Sam Walowitz introduces the clubs, tune in!
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Anchors Vedha Inampudi and Julia Dean host the pilot of Lancer Feed: Press Play, our new broadcast show talking about homecoming week and sports
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Grooving to Apple by Charlie XCX, Michael Callahan and CJ Campbell dance. Male Escadrille practiced four times before showcasing their new moves for their classmates at Powderpuff and the Pep Assembly.
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Graduating seniors who previously attended Rockwood Valley Middle School pose for a group picture in front of the school.
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Vedha Inampudi
Vedha Inampudi, Digital Media Editor In Chief
I first wanted to join StuPub because I was interested in journalism and working behind the scenes. I enjoy editing and collaborating with my Digital Media staff, and I love being able to interact directly with the people in my community and see everything at school firsthand while covering it for the staff. Grade: Junior Pronouns: She/Her Years on Staff: 3 Hobbies: Playing tennis, reading, Bollywood dance, sleeping and sailing Favorite Quote: "The secret of getting ahead is getting started." - Mark Twain
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Sam Walowitz, Digital Media Asst. Editor In Chief
Stupub is a great way to meet more people and it’s fun.
Grade: Junior Pronouns: He//Him Years on Staff: 2 Hobbies: Gaming Favorite Quote: “Believe you can and you’re halfway there,” Theodore Roosevelt.
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