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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
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
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
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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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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Emily Pascoe, News Editor
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Other than the musical performances, Rockwood Rocks will feature trivia and a raffle relating to drug and alcohol awareness.

Rockwood Rocks: local musical festival to showcase talent, raise awareness

Emily Pascoe, News Editor
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Homecoming Week: How to ask someone, daily information and more

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October 4, 2013
Through These Halls: @LHSproblems admins reveal themselves

Through These Halls: @LHSproblems admins reveal themselves

Emily Pascoe, News Editor
May 16, 2013
Five Questions with Natasha Toro, drama teacher

Five Questions with Natasha Toro, drama teacher

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Director
April 24, 2013
Winter Guard to host Zumba class Friday, April 5

Winter Guard to host Zumba class Friday, April 5

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Director
April 4, 2013
Club Spotlight: Speech and Debate

Club Spotlight: Speech and Debate

Emily Pascoe, Reporter
March 14, 2013
Mr. Volleyball wins Mr. LHS

Mr. Volleyball wins Mr. LHS

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Director
February 16, 2013
IHOP offering free pancakes on Feb. 5 for charity

IHOP offering free pancakes on Feb. 5 for charity

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Director
February 1, 2013

Hot Links: 5 websites to help motivate you this year

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Coordinator
January 8, 2013

Students show colors for Connecticut

Emily Pascoe, Reporter
December 20, 2012

“Wicked” is an enchanting musical

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Coordinator
December 18, 2012

Club Spotlight: Winter Guard

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Coordinator
December 18, 2012

An Uncertain Future

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Coordinator
December 18, 2012
Showing her appreciation for Hayao Miyazaki films, sophomore Kayla Eckardt shows her two favorite movies: Howls Moving Castle and Spirited Away.

5 Questions with Kayla Eckardt: Hayao Miyazaki Film Lover

Emily Pascoe, Reporter
December 17, 2012

Students have chance to see teachers do ‘Gangnam Style’ dance

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Coordinator
December 11, 2012

Catelynn and Tyler of MTV’s ‘Teen Mom’ visit Lafayette, tell their story

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Coordinator
November 13, 2012

Local haunted house offers real thrills and chills

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Director
October 15, 2012

Different elements in Pitch Perfect work together to create a modern-day musical

Emily Pascoe, Reporter
October 12, 2012
Through These Halls- Lintner, the eqestrian

Through These Halls- Lintner, the eqestrian

Emily Pascoe, Reporter
October 8, 2012
Hat Day benefits Friends of Kids with Cancer

Hat Day benefits Friends of Kids with Cancer

Emily Pascoe, Reporter
October 4, 2012

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

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Director
October 4, 2012

Lafayette hosts 25th Annual Contest of Champions

Rebecca Ferman, Social Media Coordinator
October 3, 2012

Hot Links: 10 links to help prepare for the SAT

Emily Pascoe, Reporter
September 14, 2012

Student-formed bands perform at Rockwood Rocks

Rebecca Ferman, Reporter
September 12, 2012
Club meetings get underway

Club meetings get underway

Emily Pascoe, Reporter
August 28, 2012

Rockwood Review showcases marching bands for family, friends

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August 17, 2012
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