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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
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
Before leaving to Trick-or-Treat for cans in 2021, volunteers met in the Commons. Senior Daisy Foster met one of her best friends while collecting cans.
The Best Time I Ever Volunteered: Daisy Foster
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
After their Battle of 109 win March 28, Head Coach Jason Seidel gives a team talk. The Lancers beat the Wildcats 8-4.
New lacrosse coach seeks to maintain success of prior leadership, improve Lafayette standing
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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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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Johnson participates in “No Shave November”, successfully grows beard

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Coffee House to feature unique musical talents

Coffee House to feature unique musical talents

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Senior Spring Break trip information meeting

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9/11 memorial service pays tribute to victims

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Vote for Marquette @ Lafayette as “Game of the Week”

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Open House gives parents opportunity to meet teachers

Open House gives parents opportunity to meet teachers

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Cookie Stand features new items

“Cookie Stand” features new items

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Ludwig earns perfect score of 36 on ACT

Ludwig earns perfect score of 36 on ACT

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May 17, 2012

Dress code rumors for 2012-2013 school year deemed untrue

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May 8, 2012

Prom dress-up days

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David Freese World Series Jersey to be raffled off

David Freese World Series Jersey to be raffled off

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Lack of participation leads to decline in Lunches on the Shelf

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Mock Trial team advances to Regional competition

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Rockwood Reading Week features treasure hunts and prizes

Rockwood Reading Week features treasure hunts and prizes

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February 28, 2012
Mr. LHS is not your typical beauty pageant

Mr. LHS is not your typical beauty pageant

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February 16, 2012
Spring musical expected to be unique

Spring musical expected to be unique

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February 9, 2012
Meuret runs half marathon with her father

Meuret runs half marathon with her father

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January 22, 2012
ROSE award nominations due Jan. 25

ROSE award nominations due Jan. 25

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January 10, 2012
RSD, Infinite Campus apps launched

RSD, Infinite Campus apps launched

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December 13, 2011

Rigabar appointed as replacement BOE member

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December 2, 2011
JSU to relate Harry Potter to Judaism

JSU to relate Harry Potter to Judaism

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December 1, 2011
Despite flaws, Breaking Dawn still a success

Despite flaws, Breaking Dawn still a success

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Staff members complete shifts at McDonalds for Renaissance Program

Staff members complete shifts at McDonald’s for Renaissance Program

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November 17, 2011
Thirteen LHS students announced as National Merit semifinalists

Thirteen LHS students announced as National Merit semifinalists

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November 16, 2011

David Freese seen in halls at LHS on half day

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November 12, 2011
Coffee House to give students talent show experience

Coffee House to give students talent show experience

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November 2, 2011
High Schools should participate more in Red Ribbon Week

High Schools should participate more in Red Ribbon Week

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October 25, 2011
Lost and found items to be donated on Friday

Lost and found items to be donated on Friday

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October 18, 2011
Fame to take place Oct. 13-15

Fame to take place Oct. 13-15

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October 13, 2011

BOE announces 2011 tax levy

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October 8, 2011
Freshmen had most participation in Fun Run

Freshmen had most participation in Fun Run

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September 26, 2011
Great Forest Park Balloon Race succeeds with flying colors

Great Forest Park Balloon Race succeeds with ‘flying colors’

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September 22, 2011
Cookie stand expected to open within the week

Cookie stand expected to open within the week

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August 30, 2011
Judge issues injunction which will delay so-called Teacher Facebook Law

Judge issues injunction which will delay so-called Teacher Facebook Law

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Modern McDonalds throws its grand opening party

Modern McDonald’s throws its grand opening party

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Youngberg considers painting nails a practical hobby

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Bednarek adopted from China

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April 26, 2011

Seniors gear up for Senior Awards Night

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April 19, 2011

Class elections took place April 19

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April 18, 2011

District to showcase student talent at art show

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April 5, 2011

Hereford, Lamarche recognized in the Missouri Scholars 100 Program

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Fechter beats odds after being born early

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Winter Carnival deemed a success

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Class of 2014 hosts Winter Carnival

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Mountain lion sighting in Chesterfield

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Jesielowski attends country music awards

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Rodriguez realizes her passion for drawing

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Five websites can help students study for finals

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FACS Fall Fashion Show 2010

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Frazer learns to deal with diabetes

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Lafayette’s Red Ribbon Week celebration disappears

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How To Water Marble Your Nails

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City of Wildwood hosts Run to Remember for 9/11

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Papi’s Pizza offers New York style pizza

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Burton’s hobby has put hoof prints on her heart

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