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    Long overdue, the Lafayette parking lot underwent a complete makeover this past summer. Improvements to the parking lot were just one of the $23 million worth of projects the district conducted this past summer, done through Prop 3 funding.
    Prop 3’s role in summer projects across the district
    Missouri Senate Bill 68 prohibits the use of personal electronic devices throughout the school day for students in all Missouri public schools.
    Missouri bill prompts Rockwoods no phone policy
    Senior, Akilesh Rajan, high-fives elementary schoolers at his visit at Ellisville Elementary.
    Childhood Dreams, Graduate Realities
    Missouri History Museum introduces Pride exhibit with community involvement
    Missouri History Museum introduces Pride exhibit with community involvement
    With a smile on her face, senior Avery Brown walks down a hallway at Rockwood Valley Middle School. On Friday, May 9, the class of 2025 visited their elementary and middle schools before graduating.
    Class of 2025 visit former Rockwood schools to celebrate graduation
    During a play, junior running back Cody Keen attempts to weave his way through multiple Marquette defenders with help from teammates. The Lancers defeated the Mustangs, 43-15, on Friday Oct. 24.
    Lancers defeat Mustangs in Mayor’s Bowl matchup
    Before his rodeo at the Washington County Fair, senior Finn Cronin kneels down and prays with his fellow riders. "I ask god for protection and then I will get up, put my helmet on, hop behind the chute, dance a little bit and get the wiggles out,” Cronin said.
    More than just a rodeo
    After recieving senior quarterback Brady Micek's pass, senior wide receiver Tim Washington runs the ball into the end zone on the first play of the game. Lafayette defeated Lindbergh, 54-14, on senior night Friday Oct. 17.
    Lancers clip the Flyers’ wings on senior night
    To avoid a sack, senior quarterback Brady Micek rushes out of the pocket, making a positive play. Micek led Lafayette to win over rivals Eureka in the Battle of 109 with his 241 passing yards and 80  rushing yards.
    Lancer defense forces five takeaways as Lafayette wins the Battle of 109
    With her hand in the air, junior batter Sidney Vogt gets ready to high five her coach on a run to home-plate. Vogt hit a grand slam this game to lead the Lancers to a 16-1 blowout against St. Joe, Sept. 2.
    September female athlete of the month: Sidney Vogt
    Starting her second year on newspaper, senior Audrey Thomas likes to write current and meaningful pieces, zeroing in on different perspectives and experiences. "I love student publications because I am passionate about writing and journalism. I like journalism because it allows me to see different perspectives," Thomas said.
    Meet The Staff: Audrey Thomas
    "empty desks" by Abdes Dabai / CC-BY-SA-4.0
    Where did the students go?
    Before his rodeo at the Washington County Fair, senior Finn Cronin kneels down and prays with his fellow riders. "I ask god for protection and then I will get up, put my helmet on, hop behind the chute, dance a little bit and get the wiggles out,” Cronin said.
    More than just a rodeo
    The newest member on newspaper, senior Zach Diethelm, has just started his journey with the Lancer Feed but is already making strides in the publication. "I love student publications because the people are friendly, and it's a very fun, hands-on learning experience. I have liked learning writing, interviewing and research skills as part of the process," Diethelm said.
    Meet The Staff: Zach Diethelm
    To commemorate the opening of Crazy Bowls & Wraps, Gail and Keith Kitsis take a photo in their restaurant in 1999.
    Teaching tastes better
    "empty desks" by Abdes Dabai / CC-BY-SA-4.0
    Where did the students go?
    During warmups, running back Jacob Saylors reaches his arms out to catch the ball at The Dome at America's Center on Saturday, May 17. The Battlehawks pulled out a 29-28 win over the Stallions on Saturday.
    Inside the Dome
    All Varsity members, as well as the three JV members who came to support, pose in front of the Winter Guard International sign. Photo Contributed by Dawn Hagen.
    The Final Catch
    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
    Starting her second year on newspaper, senior Audrey Thomas likes to write current and meaningful pieces, zeroing in on different perspectives and experiences. "I love student publications because I am passionate about writing and journalism. I like journalism because it allows me to see different perspectives," Thomas said.
    Meet The Staff: Audrey Thomas
    The newest member on newspaper, senior Zach Diethelm, has just started his journey with the Lancer Feed but is already making strides in the publication. "I love student publications because the people are friendly, and it's a very fun, hands-on learning experience. I have liked learning writing, interviewing and research skills as part of the process," Diethelm said.
    Meet The Staff: Zach Diethelm
    Senior, Akilesh Rajan, high-fives elementary schoolers at his visit at Ellisville Elementary.
    Childhood Dreams, Graduate Realities
    Kirtley sisters wear dresses in support of STL Spark and Dressember in order to raise awareness about human trafficking.

Photo courtesy of Kirtley family
    STL Spark group stems from family connection
    Missouri History Museum introduces Pride exhibit with community involvement
    Missouri History Museum introduces Pride exhibit with community involvement
    In an attempt to gain yardage, senior quarterback Brady Micek hands the ball off to junior running back Cody Keen. Lafayette defeated McCluer High School 63-6 on Saturday, Oct. 4.
    Lancers overpower Comets ahead of Battle of 109
    Running towards the end zone, senior wide reciever Terance Bills weaves his way past multiple Hawks on Friday, Sep. 5. Lafayette triumphed over Hazelwood Central, 49-0.
    Lancers win big over the Hawks
    From left: Allison Mcwatters, Giorgia Giovannini, Lillian Glandt, Amelia Gauna, Emma Hagen. Front row: Amanda Qualley, Bethany Messenger.
    Prom held at Ritz-Carlton for third consecutive year
    At the basketball station, an athlete winds-up to dunk on the hoop. Athletes who made the basketball in the hoop were awarded candy.
    Lancers participate in activities with their athletes for the annual Special Olympics
    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
    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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