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After the meeting, students were given an opportunity to meet the senators and ask Senator Koenig why the testimony was ended early. [Koenig] said they had already heard three hours of testimony last week about Bills 4 and 89, which covered similar education issues, so they had to move on to other bills, Bass said.
Sophomore travels to testify during Senate committee hearing
At the 2022 blood drive on Jan. 28, social studies teacher Vincent Deblasi donates blood. This year, the drive will be on Jan. 27 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
STUCO to host annual blood drive on Jan. 27
Students dance in the Commons during the 2022 Winter Formal. This years theme is Disco Fever.
“Disco Fever” Winter Formal Week starts Jan. 23
The Rockwood School of Business will be offering courses such as Accounting, Business Management and Graphic Media for the 2023-2024 school year. Student will be able to sign up for these and many other courses starting Jan. 27.
Enrollment for 2023-2024 school year begins Jan. 27
Holding out his arm, Class of 2022 graduate Gavin Krone volunteers at the Soccer Swift Kick stand. All proceeds from the Winter Carnival go to the Freshman Class.
Winter Carnival returns from three-year hiatus
On the first snow day of the school year, freshman Giancarlo Fernandez spends his day building a snowman in his neighborhood. Rockwood has announced two snow days in the school year because of inclement weather. Phil the groundhog then predicted six more weeks of winter on Feb. 2.
Throwback Thursday: Phil the groundhog predicts six more weeks
Mochi Donut Factory opened on Sept. 12, 2022, and began selling their treats. Flavors featured include rocky road, churro, chocolate, pistachio, strawberry and hazelnut.
Out and About: Mochi Donut Factory brings unique treats to the community
According to girlscouts.org, in the 1950s, when the Girl Scout Cookies began to rise in popularity, there were three different varieties of cookies to choose from: A shortbread cookie, a sandwich cookie and the infamous Thin Mints cookie. The shortbread and sandwich cookies were originally just available in chocolate and vanilla, however, the flavors evolved and by the 1970s, their standard cookies became Thin Mints, Do-si-dos, Trefoils and Samoas which are still around today.
Girl Scout Cookie sales beginning Jan. 7
Senior Kyle Dean plays his solo during a performance with the Tuesday Night Rock Band at the Coffee House music event at Lafayette. Dean has been playing the guitar for four and a half years.
Students inducted into new all-state music group
Junior Taylor Lefkowitz lights the third candle in her Menorah. Menorahs held nine candles, and each night, during Hanukkah, a new candle got lit.
Lancers celebrate more than Christmas in December
At the Forest Park Festival on Sept. 10, Lafayette varsity girls cross country senior Grace Tyson runs a long course. She placed first, with a time of 18:30.40 and Lafayette placed second overall in that meet.
Lancers recognized for athletic achievement
On Jan. 28, juniors Landon Griesbach and Elizabeth Tremper, sophomore Tose Toriolla and freshman Connor Kash perform part of their routine, Itll Be Okay. Winter Guard placed 1st in their division.
Escadrille, Winter Guard begin seasons with win
On Dec. 21, sophomore Taylor Nania, who leads in points for the Lancers, dribbles toward the basket on offense trying to get around a Wildcat defender. The team lost, 67-17.
Wrestling tournament leads to three Lancer champions, girls swimming and diving continue winning streak
While facing Marquette Dec. 2, senior Shru Singh dribbles the ball away from the opposing team. Singh helped the girls basketball team get their first win Jan. 12, scoring 21 points against Parkway Central.
Henderson wins 1st at girls wrestling tournament, Haefner breaks Lancer record
Junior Toby Goertz pins down her opponent at the Fred Ross Invitational. At the invitational, Goertz placed second while her team placed fifth overall.
Junior Dylan Roth reaches 100 wins, hockey wins Battle of 109
For special holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving, my family and I have certain traditions which some of them we carry on for many years.
Now is the time to make family memories
The holiday season can be a stressful time for students. Instead of focusing on that stress, they should look for holiday things that make them happy.
Stay grounded, have fun during holidays
A can of tomato soup was thrown at Sunflowers, one of Vincent Van Goghs paintings, in protest. While the environmental movement needs to be acknowledged now, the decision to protest by attempting to ruin a painting is ineffective.
Food is not protest
During intruder drills, the expectations are that students stop what they are doing, lock the doors and hide in a place out of view of the door.
Staff Editorial: We don’t feel safe
Taylor Swifts album Midnights was released Oct. 21 at midnight EST. The album is available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Pandora and other streaming services.
The clock strikes again with Swift’s Midnights release
Students worked as volunteers at the Jan. 21 Winter Carnival operating game booths and managing other areas of the event. Many of the Lancers also attended the Winter Carnival when they were in elementary school.
Winter Carnival returns as Freshman Class fundraiser; local children enjoy day of indoor fun
Robotics team members freshmen Ahan Singh, Pardhu Konakandla and Giancarlo Fernandez put together a robot. The Hadrons worked together to prepare for the competition.
Three separate teams compete this year for Lancer Robotics
At one of his favorite spots to ride, junior Hunter Grander rides on a downhill trail at Bluff View Park.
Local park provides variety of trails for varied skill levels, riding interests
Junior Elizabeth Hanson sculpts the details on her frog during Ceramics class 1st Hour.
Ceramics students put skills learned throughout semester to practice on final project
Matt Haefner goes up for a layup in the varsity game against Francis Howell. Haefner is averaging 19 points per game.
Lafayette travels to Eureka for basketball rivalry game
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
Sophomore Kaden Stottler poses in the Zen Garden. Stottler begins his new rap music career using only his Iphone, a microphone and a little help from close friends and family.
Sophomore begins journey into future rap career
Class of 2022: Senior Spotlights
Class of 2022: Senior Spotlights
Freshman Akiko Field poses for a picture with her cousins in front of a restaurant in Japan.
Listen In: Student experienced cultural shifts with Japanese-American family, move to America
At Magnolia Flavor House, a Filipino ice cream shop, sophomore Chris Songco eats ice cream. Although his family hasn’t been able to go recently, Songco has been to the Philippines multiple times to visit family, including when he was seven.
Listen In: Asian American, Pacific Islander Month inspires pride in culture
As part of the curriculum for several language arts classes, students are checked out a copy of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. Since the author wrote the main character in the book to be autistic, reading it can be a way to understand what having autism is like.
Listen In: Book promotes autism awareness, acceptance
To recognize Black History Month, the library created a display of diverse books. Reading books with diverse characters can be a way to widen perspectives.
Listen In: Taking a pause during Black History Month
College and Career counselors Alex Dusenberry and Sarah Hicks speak about what they do at their office and how they can help seniors decide which college option benefits them the most. The seniors met during AcLab on Aug. 26 to learn information about the upcoming school year.
Listen In: Traditional vs. non-traditional college options
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Class of 2022 Jessica Watts

[Photo] A knight to remember

December 15, 2022
Class of 2020 Cailey Bingham at the 2020 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Districts at St. Louis University. The 2022 FBLA State Leadership conference will take place around Springfield, MO at different places like the University Plaza Hotel, EXPO Center, and JQH Arena at Missouri State University from April 10-12.

[Photo] FBLA, HOSA prepare for upcoming State competitions

February 23, 2022
Former Lafayette ROTC teacher MSgt. Dave Cugier was a ROSE Award nominee in 2019. The ROSE Award is given to 15 Rockwood administrators or volunteers who demonstrate excellence of character, performance, leadership and service to the district.

[Photo] ROSE Award nominations to close soon

January 25, 2022
The Class of 2018-2019 graduated at the Chaifetz Arena on May 22, 2019. In 2020 and 2021, Graduation was at the POWERplex.

[Photo] Chaifetz Arena new COVID policy raises graduation concerns

January 18, 2022
During Coffee House in 2018, senior Rachel Vishion performs. This year, Vishion will be performing for the first time as a vocalist for Tuesday Night Rock Band, which will open and close the show in addition to introducing each performance.

[Photo] Tuesday Night Rock Band to host Coffee House on Nov. 4

November 3, 2021
At the last in-person Homecoming Parade, the theme was Rock of Ages as Lafayette clubs and teams paraded their floats on the route to LHS from Green Pines. This year, the in-person parade returns on Oct. 1 at 5:30 p.m with the Olympics theme.

[Photo] LHS to celebrate in-person Homecoming Week

September 21, 2021
The Class of 2020 gets some special recognition on the Stadium scoreboard.

[Photo] A look at Class of 2020 graduation in photos

June 10, 2020
Retiree Paul Krull. math teacher, congratulates the Class of 2020 at their Farewell Parade on May 21. He displayed his infamous The World Stops for a Senior sign.

[Photo] Krull, Meyer face next chapter as they head out with the Class of 2020

June 9, 2020
Retiree, Paul Krull, congratulating the class of 2020 at their graduation ceremony.

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[Video] To the Class of 2020

June 4, 2020
Watching as seniors leave the parking lot, Assistant Principal Kirti Mehrotra gives air hugs at the farewell parade held for the Class of 2020 on May 21.

[Photo] Lancer community celebrates Class of 2020 with special farewell parade

May 29, 2020
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[Photo] Former teacher charged with three criminal offenses by St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney

December 21, 2022

[Video] Main Street Creamery opens second location in Wildwood

May 19, 2020
2020 Legend members pose for their own group photo after finishing a long day of club photos in January.

[Video] 2020 Legend yearbook sales window closing on May 1

April 21, 2020
Students district-wide struggle with ALP classes due to internet connectivity issues. Additionally, the number of hot spots available to students is limited.

[Photo] Nationwide hotspot shortage leads to ALP learning issues

April 12, 2020
Empty tables fill the Commons on March 22, the day before St. Louis County leaders issued a stay at home order. On April 9, Superintendent Mark Miles announced that the remainder of the school year would be held online using the ALP.

Missouri Governor closes all schools through end of academic year

April 9, 2020

[Video] Listen in: Update on Rockwood’s Alternative Learning Plan

April 2, 2020
Senior Jake Dederer sprays oil on his cold air intake after cleaning it to pass time while self-quarantined at home, March 27.

[Photo] Dederers find positive family experiences amidst COVID-19 quarantine

April 6, 2020
Nine important dates for the Class of 2020

Nine important dates for the Class of 2020

March 31, 2020
On March 25, the Infinite Campus Messenger was overwhelmed with messages across the Rockwood School District (RSD), causing it to crash right before the start of online learning.

[Photo] Infinite Campus mail server crashes ahead of first online class day

March 30, 2020
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[Photo] RSD announces ALP for students

March 18, 2020
Legend Yearbook at RCA

[Photo] RCA 2020: Legend Yearbook

March 14, 2020
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[Photo] RCA 2020: Tuesday Night Rock Band (feat. Scott Beaver)

March 14, 2020
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[Photo] RCA 2020: Escadrille

March 14, 2020
During a pep assembly, the varsity cheerleading squad performs their routine for the student body. This year, cheer, along with other performances will be performed and streamed virtually during homecoming week.

[Photo] RCA 2020: Cheerleading

March 14, 2020
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[Photo] RCA 2020: Escadrille Teacher Dance

March 14, 2020
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[Photo] RCA 2020: Vox Solus

March 14, 2020
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[Photo] RCA 2020: Jazz Band

March 14, 2020
In Jan. 2020, Lafayettes CyberPatriot team took part in a nation-wide competition and received a platinum rank, one of the highest awards on a state level. The five members of Cyber Lancers 2 worked to secure computer systems from potential threats.

[Photo] Lafayette CyberPatriot Team places third in State

March 10, 2020
Pascal Beauboeuf, host of The Pascal Show, assists in asking questions at the Black History Month presentation in the Theatre on Feb. 21. Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith attended the event by invitation of his niece, sophomore Claireece Cross.

[Photo] Blog: Black History Month should be celebrated and utilized to highlight positivity within community

February 25, 2021
As he smiles at the crowd, Ozzie Smith responds to a question during his presentation at Lafayette for Black History Month on Feb. 21.

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Leading the presentation, senior Isaac Dixon asks Ozzie Smith questions during the Black History Month presentation in the Theatre on Feb. 21.

[Photo] Smith joins LHS for Black History Month presentation

March 1, 2020
Coming out of the corner, senior guard Kayla Carpenter drives to the basket. Carpenter put up 12 points against Parkway South on Feb. 11 to help the Lancers win, 54-46.

Lancer basketball program celebrates annual senior night

February 24, 2020
RSD Coordinator of Education Equity and Diversity Brittany Hogan embraces her father, who surprised her at Lafayette with a ROSE Award.

[Photo] Six ROSE Award nominees honored at LHS

February 11, 2020
Pit_Weaver

[Photo] Pit orchestra collaborates with LTC to perform ‘Footloose’

February 10, 2020
Senior Max Kennington enjoys reviewing movies in his free time. Kennington hopes to turn this hobby into a career as he enjoys recognizing the hard work that is put into the production of films.

[Photo] Five Questions with Max Kennington

February 14, 2020
Senior Claire VanBiljon races with the butterfly stroke against her teammates at practice.

[Photo] Athletes continue to play at Division I level

February 6, 2020
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[Photo] Nick Berry, actor

February 5, 2020
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[Photo] Sarah Collins, Student Director

February 5, 2020
Senior Elizabeth Elliott works as a stage manager during a rehearsal for a Lafayette Theatre Company production.

[Photo] The show must go on: Elizabeth Elliott

May 9, 2022
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Matt Jones, Sound Designer

February 5, 2020
LTC will perform Footloose Feb. 6-8 at 7 p.m.

[Photo] LTC prepares for ‘Footloose’ production on Feb. 6-8

February 5, 2020
Learning the basics of photography, a journalism student practices operating a camera at a summer Herff Jones STL Yearbook Camp at De Smet Jesuit High School. Multiple camps are held each year for journalism students to hear from professionals.

Opinion: Five reasons you should join journalism

January 29, 2020
At the Sept. 11, 2019 Patriot Ceremony, Ben Coopmans stands at attention.

[Photo] Five Questions with Ben Coopmans

February 7, 2020
ROTC cadets line up before marching down to the flag located by the football field in order to perform the 9/11 Ceremony on Sept. 11, 2019.

[Photo] ROTC program faces potential loss of funding due to low enrollment

February 3, 2020
The online portal for students to register for their 2020-2021 classes is open from Jan. 17 to Jan. 27.

[Photo] Class registration open for 2020-2021 school year

January 21, 2020
Sophomore Faith Cole wrestles an opponent at the annual Fred Ross invitational on Jan. 11. The team placed second overall in the tournament, with Cole placing first in her weight class.

[Photo] Weekly sports update: Jan. 13-Jan. 19

January 21, 2020
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During the stay-at-home order, the Rockwood Drug-Free Coalition is offering kits for those who wish to quit vaping through Truth Initiatives e-cigarette quit program.

[Photo] Rockwood Drug-Free Coalition offers free Quit Kits

May 1, 2020
Cookie Stand Closed

[Photo] Cookie stand closed for second semester

January 22, 2020
Lafayettes yearbook, the Legend, is the latest inductee into the National Scholastic Press Associations (NSPA) Hall of Fame.

[Photo] Legend named to National Scholastic Press Association’s Hall of Fame

January 13, 2020
Junior Drew Behl shoots despite a Parkway West defender on Jan. 10. The Lancers won the game 57-52, with Behl scoring eight of the points.

[Photo] Weekly sports update Jan. 6-Jan. 12

January 13, 2020
On Dec. 19, Lafayette installed a 6x11 LED video board to be placed next to the current scoreboard.

[Photo] Video board installed in Main Gym

January 13, 2020
Volunteering for National Honor Society, junior Sneha Manikandan helps freshman Besan Juma complete her math homework on Dec. 13 in the Library.

[Photo] Finals week marks end of semester

December 15, 2019
Volunteering for National Honor Society, junior Sneha Manikandan helps freshman Besan Juma complete her math homework on Dec. 13 in the Library.

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STL Spark is a group of LHS students who raise awareness of human trafficking by wearing dresses and ties every day of December. The STL Spark Board consists of seniors Chloe Baker, Grace Kirtley and Shannon Worley and juniors Sophie Arceneaux and Lily Gregory.

[Photo] Listen in: STL Spark sparks discussion about human trafficking

December 13, 2019
Coffee House

[Photo] Musical talent expressed at annual Coffee House

December 13, 2019
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[Photo] Student Publications students travel to D.C. for National Convention

December 10, 2019
The king and queen share a dance at the end of the Student Council Turkey Dinner Dance.

[Photo] Turkey Dinner dance brings students, senior citizens together

December 2, 2019
After being named king of the Turkey Dinner Dance, Bruce Hegger places his crown on his head. Hegger attended the event with his friend Vivian Powers, who was named queen.

STUCO hosts annual Turkey Dinner Dance

November 19, 2019
Following the footwork of her dance partner, junior Katie Bollinger is taught a series of dance moves.

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Joining hands with guests, sophomore Grace Rigabar follows along to a dance.

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After being asked to dance, Student Council president Derek Schreiner joins a guest in a dance.

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Following along to a line dance, juniors Anna Savacool and Brynn Roach dance with a guest.

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Freshman Jordyn Lochmann hands a slice of pie to a guest. Leftover, uncut pies were given to guests as they left.

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Approximately 150 guests RSVPd to attend Student Councils Turkey Dinner Dance.

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A group of guests poses for a timer camera picture taken on an iPhone propped up using a cup.

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Serving food, junior Kate Barnard hands a plate to a guest. Plates were made up of turkey, green beans, cranberries, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy and a roll.

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Student Council sponsor David Choate gives instructions to volunteers on how to properly serve food and drinks to guests.

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