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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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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

February 1, 2023
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

January 31, 2023
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[Photo] Water main break causes damages to greenhouse, preschool

January 6, 2023
Sophomore Emma Leibrecht follows the puck during a game on Nov. 23 against Marquette. The Lancers lost the game 5-2.

Wrestling comeback begins, girls swimming and diving wins meet

December 13, 2022
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

December 8, 2022
During a food fundamentals class in the 2021-22 school year, Assistant Principal Kirti Mehrotra teaches the class how to make an Indian dish. Mehrotra has enjoyed working with students during her time at Lafayette.

Assistant Principal announces retirement, ‘lengthy’ hiring process begins

December 8, 2022
During Economics and Personal Finance, juniors Hudson Kohler and Ella Manning research stocks as part of a stock market simulation project. For the project, they had to follow a $10,000 budget while teacher Vince DeBlasi gave them advice on what types of stocks to invest in to achieve the highest possible capital gains. The class is designed to help students learn saving and investing strategies and meets the .5 personal finance credit necessary to graduate through the required Missouri Personal Finance Assessment taken during the course.

[Photo] More bang for the buck

December 14, 2022
GroupMe, a communication platform, is blocked on all RSD devices and internet. Following federal regulations, the district is tightening up its access to a variety of resources that don’t fit specific approved criteria.

Technology takedown

November 10, 2022
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[Photo] Lafayette celebrates Homecoming Week in Hollywood

October 18, 2022
The Chicken Salad Chick location in Chesterfield has a sign on the front of the building advertising the drive thru at the side of the building. Customers have the option to order at the drive thru or order through the mobile app beforehand.

Out and About: Local restaurant offers unique take on chicken salad

October 13, 2022
At a game on Sept. 12, sophomore Avery Brown follows the ball. Coach Meghan Conroy said Brown has been one of the players to watch this season.

Field hockey gains new coach, senior players lead team

October 12, 2022
Senior Cece Beckmann and junior Ben Dimmic rehearse scene two of How to Ruin Your Promposal on Oct. 10. Dimmic, who plays Brayden in the show, was in the previous fall play, Classic Mystery Game.

[Photo] LTC performs 21 Chump Street, How to Ruin Your Promposal for fall play

October 11, 2022
At the beginning of the race at Living Word Church on Oct. 1, junior Natalie Barnard and senior Elissa Barnard are in the lead. Elissa placed 15th and Natalie placed 18th at the State Championship last year.

[Photo] Girls cross country prioritizes hard work

October 10, 2022
Because there were no applicants for the open study hall position, In-School Suspension teacher Dale Walker has been supervising the study hall room each day since the beginning of the year, and Student Restore Program teacher Whitney Ralph is supervising students in ISS. “It’s temporary. They’re looking for a permanent teacher to fill in, so they had me move here to have a constant person,” Walker said.

Living with less

September 23, 2022
Phil Milligan speaks against Jessica Clarks comments during Patron Comments at the Sept. 1 Board meeting. Milligan was a band teacher at Lafayette for 11 years before he became an elementary school principal. He strongly opposed Clarks remarks. Shame on you, he said towards her.

[Photo] At Sept. 1 meeting, community patrons react to controversy surrounding BOE member’s comments

September 12, 2022
At the Sept. 1 Board of Education meeting, Jessica Clark listens to patron comments. Most patrons spoke about comments Clark made at a Real Talk Radio event on Aug. 23.

School board takes action to address recent controversy

September 2, 2022
On Aug. 15, several of the incoming staff members attend a training led by Associate Principal Mike Franklin. They were shown different presentations throughout the day and got a chance to see their new classrooms as well.

New teaching staff includes four former Lancers, seven others

August 25, 2022
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[Photo] Olivia Jaeger, fine arts

August 25, 2022
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[Photo] Kelly Hobbs, drama

August 25, 2022
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[Photo] Meg O’Connell, physical education

August 25, 2022
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[Photo] Neileigh Payne, SSD-Empower

August 25, 2022
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[Photo] Kathy Klages, special education

August 25, 2022
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[Photo] Zach Ruckman, business

August 25, 2022
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[Photo] Zach Oreto, math

August 25, 2022
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[Photo] Dale Walker, In-School Suspension

August 25, 2022
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[Photo] Michelle Halter, fine arts

August 25, 2022
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[Photo] Meghan Conroy, math

August 25, 2022
Yearbook staff member Jude Thomas, sophomore, helps distribute the 2022 Legend during parking pass pick-up days before the 2022-2023 school year starts. Yearbooks were first distributed on Aug. 8.

2023 Legend back to school special to end Aug. 31

August 16, 2022
Junior L Lamar opens up StudentSquare on a computer. ParentSquare will be utilized by teachers and parents in the 2022-23 school year, while StudentSquare will be utilized by students through either an app or online website.

District moving to ParentSquare communication system for safety, easier accessibility

June 2, 2022
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[Video] Listen In: Asian American, Pacific Islander Month inspires pride in culture

May 20, 2022
@stlactivists posted on Instagram to try and get students from different schools to wear red. According to the post, a student sent this to the account as part of something they were doing for their school.

Blog: Today I took a stand

May 5, 2022

Listen In: Book promotes autism awareness, acceptance

April 21, 2022
To promote their business, Airbnb owners Class of 2013 graduate Brian McKanna (right) and his wife Kat McKanna (left) pose for promotional photos. Taken on March 11, these photos featured the remodeled kitchen and other parts of the STL Brick House Airbnb.

Airbnbs channel entrepreneurial dreams

April 18, 2022
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

February 26, 2022
Face masks have been protested since the return to in-person school, where parents and community members have attended Board of Education (BOE) meetings to voice their opinion. Though the mask mandate was to be removed Jan. 18, the BOE extended the mandate through Feb. 3.

[Photo] Masks recommended in Rockwood buildings starting Feb. 4

February 2, 2022
As part of making sure his skills are improving, sophomore Lucas Brown practices the marimba during AcLab. Brown is usually in band for AcLab once a week to practice his solos and other pieces.

[Photo] Marching to the beat of his own drum

January 25, 2022
SpongeBob The Musicals Stage Manager sophomore Sam Haney reads the lines of cast members who were absent at a recent after school practice. The musical was planned for the week of Feb. 12, but is now taking place Feb. 24-26 due to numerous cast and crew members being out sick.

Winter Dance date moved again, several annual fundraisers canceled

January 19, 2022
A fish was made by Tremper two years ago for a copic marker contest.

[Photo] Eye on Art: Elizabeth Tremper shares strong passion for all things art

January 7, 2022
The Botanical Gardens Garden Glow includes a tunnel of lights for visitors to walk through and take pictures in. Popular holiday lights have offered unique ways for people to take holiday pictures.

[Photo] Area attractions offer variety of holiday lights, unique displays

December 23, 2021
I Love to Write Day was established by author John Riddle in 2002 to inspire people, especially students, to write. According to daysoftheyear.com, The aim is to get people to sit down and put something on paper or on a computer, however short and in whatever style, kick-starting their writing and giving them confidence through being part of a global movement.

[Photo] Finding the write words

November 15, 2021
The 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year winner, industrial tech teacher Mark McAllister, takes a picture with Principal Karen Calcaterra. McAllister had been nominated in previous years, but only received the award this past year.

TOY nominations open for 2021-2022 school year

November 9, 2021
Located in Chesterfield, Pinspiration has its signature striped awning and blue bike. This location opened around the time COVID-19 started, leading to a small amount of customers so far.

Out and About: Pinspiration offers easy way to create

November 5, 2021
Halloweens originated from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain and formally became introduced in the United States in the mid 1800s, according to the History website.

Listen In: Halloween brings friends, families closer together

October 29, 2021
On a French 4 and Spanish 4 field trip to the University of St. Louis in 2019, Class of 2021 alumni Samreen Khan and Pranavi Pitchyaiah participate in a team-building activity during their junior year. The world language students participated in multiple activities, including a scavenger hunt. This was part of a field trip for World Language Day, where students got the opportunity to visit UMSL.

Rockwood clears way for academic field trips though substitute shortage continues to be problematic

September 29, 2021
To fit with her classroom decoration, Stephanie Hruby has bins with holes in them as her phone boxes. These allow students to see their phones, along with providing a decorative way for the phones to stay away from students for the class period.

Listen In: Math teacher shares experience utilizing ‘phone boxes’ during class

September 24, 2021
On Art Hill in Forest Park, a special memorial for the 9/11 anniversary displays nearly 7,500 American flags — one for each of the nation’s men and women killed in military combat since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, as well as the 412 first responders who died in the line of duty that day. Lafayette held its own Patriot Day Ceremony on Sept. 10 .

[Photo] ROTC recognizes 20th anniversary of 9/11 attacks with Patriot Day Ceremony

September 8, 2021
Sophomore Melissa Pinkstaff walks into school on Friday, Sept. 3, wearing a crop top as part of a staged protest.

Sophomore organizes protest of school dress code

September 3, 2021
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[Photo] Bryan Keim: Math (Online)

September 1, 2021
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[Photo] Ryan Butchart: Spanish

September 1, 2021
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[Photo] Julie Bates: American Sign Language

September 1, 2021
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[Photo] New LHS staff join Lancer community

September 1, 2021
Interim superintendent Timothy Ricker speaks at his first Board of Education meeting on July 22. Thank you for the grand welcome that I have received from the 22 days that Ive been officially in the district, Ricker said. I really look forward to listening and hearing what people have to say based on the issues in the district now and into the future.

[Photo] Ricker begins position as interim superintendent

July 23, 2021

[Video] Class of 2021 celebrates final year with special events during Senior Week

May 27, 2021
Math teacher Kimberly Marcic teaches to her AP Java class 4th hour. Maricics classes also include Algebra 3 and C++.

Math teacher looks forward to retirement after stressful year of school

May 25, 2021
A poster for the virtual art show includes its website address and a QR code that links to the website.

District Art Show adapts to virtual setting, finds new benefits

May 21, 2021
Junior Avery Calderon smiles after receiving her COVID-19 vaccine. Calderon said, I originally wanted to get vaccinated to keep my grandparents safe because they are around my family a lot, and they are at a higher risk, but then it also came with other benefits such as being able to take my mask off in small groups.

Students begin receiving vaccines; multiple opportunities available

April 30, 2021
Junior Rylee Howard runs past the Parkway South defender in a game on March 30. The Lady Lancers won the game 3-0 and Howard had one goal within the game.

Boys tennis, girls soccer remain undefeated; boys track finishes second at SLUH invitational

April 7, 2021
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[Photo] Excitement of winter weather loses some appeal with addition of virtual snow day schedule

March 11, 2021
Listen in: Business teacher explains Shop Local

Listen in: Business teacher explains ‘Shop Local’

February 18, 2021
Science teacher Shannon Campbell is surprised by Principal Karen Calcaterra during her 2nd Hour class on Jan. 11 when she was named a Teacher of the Year Finalist.

Teacher of the Year selection process continues, naming five finalists

January 20, 2021
Going into the 2020-2021 school year, RSD experienced a 3.9% decrease in enrollment. Staff speculate that the decrease has much to do with students enrolling in private schools in order to attend in-person from the beginning of the school year.

RSD experiences unexpected drop in enrollment

December 14, 2020
Clouds was released on Disney+ on Oct. 16, 2020. The movie followed the true story of Zach Sobiechs life as a cancer patient with a passion for music. The director, Justin Baldoni, made the movie in memory of Sobiech, who he was close friends with.

Review: ‘Clouds’ offers refreshing take on typical high school flick

December 2, 2020
With the switch to online learning, the opportunity for academic dishonesty among classes has been widened. Apps such as Photomath have made using outside resources during tests and quizzes more accessible.

Online learning brings new challenges regarding academic dishonesty

November 5, 2020
In November 2019, Lancers Helping Lancers organized and executed a mental health week. Seniors Sydney Stinnett and Taylor Wulf help to make clothespins to clip on to unsuspecting students clothes and backpacks with uplifting messages written on them.

COVID-19 affects mental health of students in differing ways

September 30, 2020
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