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At the 2022 Madrigal Dinner, Class of 2022 Graduate Caleb Bolton performs as a part of the Royal Court. This dinner is an ongoing tradition occurring every other year during December. The next event will be in 2026.
LHS choir puts on Madrigal Dinner inspired from the Renaissance period
As the MIOS Concert progressed, percussionists sophomores Charlie Henson and Jacob Tate as well as freshman Charlie Heger play their instruments.
LHS, RVMS bands perform in holiday concert
After being introduced by music teacher Brad Balog, the LHS Jazz Band plays their first song of the night, "Hay Burner." Right before Thanksgiving, all proceeds from this concert went towards the circle of concern food pantry.
Annual jazz band concert helps local food pantry
Anchors, Ella Minton and Lylah Kimberlin, practice their broadcast script before following through with their final take.
Lancerfeed: Press Play #2
During the 7 p.m. show, sophomore Shruthi Senthil pretends to drive a car and ask for snacks from junior Mary Kirtley and senior Payton Skipton in the back seat. Undefined held two shows Nov. 22, and all proceeds went to STLSpark.
Undefined holds annual Dressember show
Hannah Henderson shrugs after a win against her Northwest opponent. This was Hendersons 118th win to break the girls wrestling program all-time wins record.
Girls wrestling program with new all-time wins leader, boys team victorious
At the Class 2 State tournament, senior Hannah Henderson celebrate after winning a match, Henderson finished 6th at State in her weight class.
Senior to step up, as Girls Wrestling aims for State
To perform a dive, senior Lucia Tenny steps on the board. Tenny finished in 3rd place at the State meet.
New girls swimming and diving coach looks to build strong program
Junior Brady Micek dribbles past Pattonville defender. Head coach Don Kreienkamp mentioned Micek as a player to watch this season.
New boys basketball head coach aspires to take “highly capable” team to District title
Hand on the mat, senior Aiden Schoen faces off against his Seckman opponent, Jan 6, 2024. Schoen placed 4th at State last year and is a player to watch in the upcoming season.
New transfer, State medalists hope to take boys wrestling team into post-season
Community members browse items for sale during the Marketplace Craft Fair, from many available vendors.
Marketplace Craft Fair raises money for band, raises awareness for non-profits
During her last night in Iceland, Assistant Principal Natasha Fischer finally got to see the northern lights, a long time dream of hers. Fischer traveled to Iceland in March 2023 with her husband Brett Fischer.
People of Lafayette: Natasha Fischer
During the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Macy's Great American Marching Band color guard was unable to spin on the parade route due to rain. Instead, color guard members were able to wave and talk with excited onlookers. Photo Contributed By Gracie Hagen.
Don’t Rain on their (Thanksgiving) Parade
Vedha Inampudi draws for two clubs for this rendition of Gone Clubbing.
Digital Media Gone Clubbing #2
Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump go head-to-head for this year's presidential election. The 2024 general election will take place Nov. 5.
Lancers’ Election Perception
People have mixed reactions on a Facebook reel by Fox2Now in response to the demonstration of the neo-Nazis, Oct. 5.
With national issues turning local, advocating for change is imperative
After picking up all the tennis balls on court, I decided to take pictures with the kids and their buddy.
Serving Smiles
Fake news online is rampant now that anyone can post anything. It is up to an individual to be proactive and fact check the media they consume.
It’s Time to Face the Facts
CARTOON: The evolution of the first day of school
CARTOON: The evolution of the first day of school
Officially releasing on April 16, Starbucks came out with their new Spicy Lemonade Refreshers: Spicy Dragonfruit (left), Spicy Strawberry (middle) and Spicy Pineapple (right). What makes these drinks unique is the addition of the Starbucks Spicy Chili Powder Blend which gives the drinks that hint of spice combined with the fruity, tropical flavor of the lemonade. (photo illustration by Zosia Paciorek)
Sips of Summer
Community members browse items for sale during the Marketplace Craft Fair, from many available vendors.
Marketplace Craft Fair raises money for band, raises awareness for non-profits
Vedha Inampudi draws for two clubs for this rendition of Gone Clubbing.
Digital Media Gone Clubbing #2
Anchors, Ella Minton and Lylah Kimberlin, practice their broadcast script before following through with their final take.
Lancerfeed: Press Play #2
The cheerleaders cheer on the football players during the crucial district game against the Washington Blue Jays. The night ultimately led to a win for the Lancers.
Lafayette cheer program revamps coaching staff for new season
Digital Media Staff debuts new series, Digital Gone Clubbing. Sam Walowitz introduces the clubs, tune in!
Digital Media Gone Clubbing #1
Decked out in 80's workout gear, the SSD department performs a dance routine that went on to win them the title of 'Best Group Costume'.
Drop Dead Gore-geous
Lancers don their Lafayette gear for black and gold spirit day
Lancers don their Lafayette gear for black and gold spirit day
Lancers blast to the past for Throwback Thursday HoCo Spirit Day
Lancers blast to the past for Throwback Thursday HoCo Spirit Day
Day three of HoCo Spirit Week has Lancer's setting sail
Day three of HoCo Spirit Week has Lancer’s setting sail
Surfers face bikers for second day of HoCo Spirit Week
Surfers face bikers for second day of HoCo Spirit Week
Pi Day celebrates the mathematical symbol of pi. People like math teacher Kevin O'Gorman 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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Adwyta Chelikavada

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff

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The original graduation date for the Class of 2024 was set to be May 29 at the Chaifetz Arena. However, on Aug. 3, the BOE voted to change Graduation to May 11. When Rockwood posted about the change on Facebook, many parents took to the comments to voice their concerns and support.

Change in graduation dates poses concern from parents, challenges for students

Adwyta Chelikavada, Eshwar Murali, and Sonya Sud
May 9, 2024
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

Eshwar Murali, Theo Koury, and Adwyta Chelikavada
April 17, 2024
Students get samples from The Original Pancake House at the last Taste of West County, which that took place February of 2020. This year, the Taste of West County will be held March 11.

Taste of West County to be held at LHS for first time in four years

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
March 7, 2024
After participating in the St. Louis National Charity Horse Show, senior Ella Fusco stands next to her horse Mario with two first place ribbons.

People of Lafayette: Ella Fusco

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
March 4, 2024
To wrap up his time at Lafayette, Assistant Principal Timothy Jones took over the Class of 2024 and helped them through their last year of high school.

Assistant principal to continue working in education after retirement

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
February 6, 2024
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

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
January 25, 2024
Gliding through the water, Ellie Kipper competes in freestyle at the Kirkwood Invitational. The Lady Lancers placed 4th at the meet.

Wrestler hits 100 wins, swimming finishes 4th in invitational

Eshwar Murali and Adwyta Chelikavada
January 23, 2024
The new calendar change approved by the Board of Education will let students finish their finals before Winter Break.

Revised 2024-2025 calendar sets 1st Semester to end before winter break

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
December 19, 2023
The first bell of the day rings at 8:28 a.m. and students who are in school at this time are expected to be present in their classrooms. Students who have not yet entered the building are required to sign in at the Welcome Center. If they do not have a valid reason with proper documentation they will be marked absent-late.

School policy marks students who sign in after 8:28 a.m. as absent-late, not tardy

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
December 6, 2023
During AcLab, freshmen students are able to meet with their counselors to talk more about their personalized four year academic plan. Freshmen Ambrose Fischer and Humza Gulzar meet with counselor Annie Tichacek during first mod of AcLab.

New system allows students to plan courses for all years of high school

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
December 5, 2023
bond issue infograph (1)

[Photo] Rockwood voters will decide on fate of Prop 3 Tuesday

Rishit Sohaney, Daniel Carrillo, Zosia Paciorek, Audrey Keller, and Sonya Sud
November 6, 2023
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

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
October 27, 2023
During a conference for a nonprofit organization, Class of 2019 graduate Jasmin Kim helped with interpretation services. She worked the event with several other friends from Mizzou.

Take It From Me: Jasmin Kim

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
September 26, 2023
Senior and choir Homecoming chair Julia Cundy paints a banner that will go on the choir's Homecoming Parade float. Cundy has spent time after school in the choir room to prepare for the Homecoming Parade.

More than just the candy

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
September 21, 2023
Embracing each other, seniors Daxton Shawke and goalkeeper Jack Burkhardt celebrate their win against Timberland. In the win, the Lancers had to go to penalty kicks to settle the score,

Soccer wins in penalty kicks, volleyball stays undefeated and dominant

Eshwar Murali and Adwyta Chelikavada
September 11, 2023
Students will be able to purchase parking passes online beginning July 26. The Lafayette High School parking lot contains a total of 980 spaces.

Information to know before coming back to school

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
July 26, 2023
The Class of 2023 had their graduation practice in the Back Gym on May 26. Their actual graduation will occur June 3 at Chaifetz Arena and seniors' Rockwood Google accounts will close June 30.

Senior accounts to close June 30

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
May 26, 2023
Students will be able to purchase parking passes online beginning July 26. The Lafayette High School parking lot contains a total of 980 spaces.

New drivers seeking parking spots find themselves on a waitlist

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
May 5, 2023
Lafayette's sign in and sign out system is called StudentPass and was implemented last year as an additional security measure. The new system adds more restrictions for parental dismissal and requires a pass or ID number to get in and out of the building.

New School Safety Officers to be trained for the 2023-2024 school year

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
April 24, 2023
Apart from their famous bubble tea that they serve, Hitea offers dishes that show their Asian Fusion recipes, like chicken teriyaki udon noodles, tempura seafood combo and vegetables, and chicken rice bowls. the chicken teriyaki udon is at a price of $11.99, the tempura seafood combo and vegetables is $10.99 and the Chicken Rice Bowl is $10.99.

Out and About: Hitea shares Asian culture through unique dishes, drinks

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
April 18, 2023
As current assistant principal Kirti Mehrotra will be resigning, Matt Borzillo will be taking her place for the 2023-2024 school year. He is currently the assistant principal at Selvidge Middle School, overseeing the 8th Graders.

Lafayette welcomes new assistant principal for 2023-2024 school year

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
March 29, 2023
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

Adwyta Chelikavada, News Staff
February 2, 2023
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

Sonya Sud and Adwyta Chelikavada
January 23, 2023
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