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Jack Weaver, Digital Media Editor

Jack Weaver was on the Image staff and the Digital Media staff for all four years of his time at Lafayette. During his senior year, Jack served as the Digital Media Editor and the Social Media Editor. He will attend the University of Kentucky to study Business Administration and Journalism.

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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

[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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June 9, 2020

[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
After starting the 2020-2021 school year completely virtual, RSD announced that all schools will return to an option of in-person learning by Nov. 12.

[Photo] RSD announces plans for return to in-person learning

October 25, 2020

[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
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[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, Lafayette's 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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February 25, 2021
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
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[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
Matt Jones, Sound Designer

Matt Jones, Sound Designer

February 5, 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
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[Photo] Elizabeth Elliott, Costume Crew Head

February 5, 2020
LTC will perform

[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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January 21, 2020
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January 21, 2020
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January 21, 2020
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January 21, 2020
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January 21, 2020
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January 21, 2020
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January 21, 2020
During the stay-at-home order, the Rockwood Drug-Free Coalition is offering kits for those who wish to quit vaping through Truth Initiative's 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
Lafayette's yearbook, the Legend, is the latest inductee into the National Scholastic Press Association's (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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December 15, 2019
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
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[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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November 19, 2019
Joining hands with guests, sophomore Grace Rigabar follows along to a dance.

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November 19, 2019
After being asked to dance, Student Council president Derek Schreiner joins a guest in a dance.

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November 19, 2019
Following along to a line dance, juniors Anna Savacool and Brynn Roach dance with a guest.

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November 19, 2019
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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November 19, 2019
Approximately 150 guests RSVP'd to attend Student Council's Turkey Dinner Dance.

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November 19, 2019
A group of guests poses for a timer camera picture taken on an iPhone propped up using a cup.

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November 19, 2019
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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November 19, 2019
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November 19, 2019
Student Council sponsor David Choate gives instructions to volunteers on how to properly serve food and drinks to guests.

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November 19, 2019
Superintendent Mark Miles speaks at the Oct. 3 Board of Education meeting.

[Photo] Breaking News: Superintendent Mark Miles announces plan for retirement at end of school year

April 9, 2021
During a timeout in the District championship against the Eureka Wildcats on Oct. 30, Head Coach Zachary Young talks to his team. The Lancers won in two sets, and went on to beat Oakville and Cor Jesu on Nov. 2.

[Video] Girls volleyball returns to State Championship

November 7, 2019
Katie Ferguson returns the ball during a tennis match against St. Joseph's Academy.

[Photo] Ferguson earns second State medal for tennis

November 13, 2019
As balloons fall from the rafters, Librarian Nichole Ballard-Long is recognized at the Academic Pep Assembly on March 12, 2019 for being named the 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year.

[Photo] Teacher of the Year nominations open for students, staff members

November 7, 2019
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