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Actor for Greg Heffley, Grayson Schindler, writes in his diary about his adventures in becoming the most popular kid in school.
Diary of a Dedicated Kid: the Impact of Theater
A list of the eight students selected for All District Chorus provided by Louisa County Public Schools.
The Process of Becoming All-District for Chorus
Juniors Chloe Cajigas, Vanessa Breslin, and Charlee Davis pose with their first place award they won in the total look competition at the State Fair.
Cosmetology’s Successes in the State Fair
Trunk or Treat brings the community together for a night full of candy and fun, made in Canva.
Annual Trunk or Treat
Main Stage cast members Myles Mackie and Madison Gardner act out scene 5, The Second Town.
Behind the Scene
Junior Lauren Goodman looking out the school window thinking of her family.
La Teoría del Apego y lo que Significa
Cobertura de Bondad
Cobertura de Bondad
Estudiantes extranjeros de intercambio vienen a Louisa
Estudiantes extranjeros de intercambio vienen a Louisa
Mrs. Matthews and Ms. Forbes sit at the main desk in the library where the greet students daily.
Héroes invisibles: los rostros detrás de los libros
The Lady Lions varsity basketball team huddled together during a timeout in their game against Albemarle
Estudiantes Llegan a La Cima
Created by Mackenzie Randlett on Canva.
2024-2025 Winter Sports Outlook
The team high fives the opposing players of E.C Glass High School after a 6-0 win for the lions. Courtesy of Madison Stewart.
The Varsity Field Hockey Team Sticks Together through Changes Made this Season
University of Virginia basketball program Canva graphic
Tony Bennett Retires
The varsity volleyball team, from left to right: Lola Rodriguez, Elliott Moreno, Jada Green, Hazel Casey, Alyssa Hopkins, Isabella Williams, Charlee Davis, Kristen Martinez, Jillian Kegley, Makayla Vest-Sims. The team's goal for the 2024-25 season was to grow as a team. Photo courtesy of Hailey Rossen.
Volleyball Team Rallied for Growth
“Hollywood” Williams Rises the Tide to New Heights
“Hollywood” Williams Rises the Tide to New Heights
The official Wicked movie poster, from Billboard.
Wicked Movie Review
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Events Happening this Weekend 12/13-12/15
Two mugs created together to be sold for people who go without food.
National Art Honor Society Bowl Sale
Canva image designed by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
November Artist of the Month
November Artist of the Month
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Events Happening this Weekend 12/13-12/15
Canva image designed by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image designed by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 11/22-11/24
Canva image designed by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 11/15-11/17
Canva image designed by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 11/8-11/10
The official Wicked movie poster, from Billboard.
Wicked Movie Review
Emma Myers stars as Pippa Fitz-Amobi in Netflix’s “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder.”
Did Netflix Bury It?
Kelsea Ballerini's "Patterns album cover." Courtesy of Kelsea Ballerini's Instagram
Kelsea Ballerini has ‘Patterns’
Short n' Sweet album cover curtesy of Sabrina Carpenter Official website.
Short n’ Sweet
Gabriella McGehee smiles as she poses next to Santa Claus.
X-Mas Wishlist Feature
The 2024 Little Lions Learning Lab banner hangs in the classroom, reminding students to always keep growing.
Teachers for Tomorrow Prepares Students for the Future
A screenshot of an EndeavourOS system that has been customized to the user's liking.
Linux: the Path Less Known
Students from Lauren Adair's class enjoy their weekly volunteer trips around Louisa. (credit to Carrie Hicks)
Program Prepares Students for their Future
Lily Hubler performing a monologue during Peter Pan. Photo courtesy of Lily Hubler.
Artist of the Month: Lily Hubler
My cat as she plays hide and seek while snuggled up in her cat tree.
Therapy Through a Different Lens
The Washington Commanders vs. The Dallas Cowboys.
Best Rivalries in Sports
College Advisor Brice Wilson shares his views on the importance of extracurriculars.
The Influence of High School Extracurriculars on the College Admissions Process
Inside Out 2 picture courtesy of Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
Inside Out 2
An umpire at a high school softball game directing the players to the correct spot.
The Right Call at What Cost
Mental Health Today podcast logo created on Canva
Mental Health Today: Holidays and Semesters Closing
Myself and Mrs. LaBarr, the teacher who inspired me to become an art teacher.
Finding My Inner Artist through My Teachers
Holiday Edition
Holiday Edition
The band watches as the varsity football team enters the field for Friday Night Lights.
Band Photo Essay
LC Hiking Club
LC Hiking Club
Holiday Edition
Holiday Edition
Helping
Helping
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
Reaching for the stars
Reaching for the stars
Mental Health Today podcast logo created on Canva
Mental Health Today: Holidays and Semesters Closing
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist are joined by special guests to talk about school stress. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: School Stress
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist talk about their bullying experiences. Graphic made on Canva
Mental Health: Bullying
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist talk about Sources of Strength with a few special guests. Graphic made on Canva
Mental Health: Sources of Strength
Staffers Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer talk about having to balance sports and school in the mental health perspective. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: Sports and Mental Health
Myself and Mrs. LaBarr, the teacher who inspired me to become an art teacher.
Finding My Inner Artist through My Teachers
"The Secret of Us" album cover photo taken from Chuffs Media Gracie Abrams Press Shots.
Gracie Abrams Concert Blog
This is just one of the many beautiful sunsets I witnessed during my time at Radford University.
A Summer to Remember
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
Gracen Tate posing for a senior photo in Myrtle Beach, Sc. Image made using Canva.
Same girl, New ending
Would You Rather Have a Year-Round Schedule or Keep the Same Two-Semester Schedule?
Would You Rather Have a Year-Round Schedule or Keep the Same Two-Semester Schedule?
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Infographic made by Kara Kotowski on Canva showing the chart on the responses in the survey.
Would you rather?; What would you add?
Participants in the annual Wreaths Across America.
Wreaths Across America
  • December 18Wrestling competes today.
  • December 18Winter Break will start tomorrow.
  • December 18Indoor track has a meet at FUMA today.
  • December 18Today is the last day of the first semester.
  • December 12JV and Varsity boys basketball play Chancellor today.
  • December 12Varsity girls basketball plays Patrick Henry today.
  • December 12Time named Donald Trump Person of the Year.
  • December 11Varsity wrestling has a meet today.
  • December 11Indoor track has a meet at Fork Union today.
  • December 11The FFA Christmas Party is today.
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The Lion's Roar
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Life is just a classroom: senior sendoff

Life is just a classroom: senior sendoff

Arianna Taylor, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2023
Takai Comforts signs with Shenandoah University

Takai Comfort signs with Shenandoah University

Arianna Taylor, Editor-in-chief
April 3, 2023
To contact the Ashley Hoffman Group visit their website or social medias.

The Ashley Hoffman Group sponsorship

Arianna Taylor, Editor-in-chief
March 14, 2023
Girls Basketball playoffs

Girls Basketball playoffs

Arianna Taylor, Editor in Chief
February 17, 2023
NFL Playoffs (continuing coverage)

NFL Playoffs (continuing coverage)

Arianna Taylor, Editor-in-Chief
January 12, 2023
This image was created on canva.

Lionel the lion

Arianna Taylor, Editor in Chief
January 10, 2023
Ellen Rosson, Landon Wilson, Takai Comfort, and Qwenton Spellman pose after a win by the seniors.

[Photo] Butterball recap

Kylie Kenny, Reporter/Photographer
December 9, 2022
Chorus and Band present Winter Concert

Chorus and Band present Winter Concert

Arianna Taylor, Editor in Chief
December 1, 2022
Quinton Wash, MYSTERY PERSON, and Austin Talley are featured all decked out for the white out theme.

[Photo] 10/28-10/30

October 28, 2022
Arianna Taylor takes her BeReal with Julia Gibson, Andi Macdougall and Katelynn Jones during a Louisa football halftime.

[Photo] It’s Time to BeReal

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor and News Editor
October 14, 2022
Qwenton Spellman poses for a media day with Gardner Webb's East vs West Barbecue Bowl trophy.

Qwenton Spellman signs to Gardner-Webb

Arianna Taylor, Editor-in-Chief
October 11, 2022
Nina Fenster takes a shot on goal at an Western Albemarle game.

Nina Fenster Commits to VMI

Arianna Taylor, Editor-in-Chief
September 9, 2022
Carrie Chisholm photographs the LCHS softball team on the beach.

Myrtle Beach Softball Recap

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor/Multi-media Editor
May 2, 2022
Madison Chandler prepares for the baton to be passed to her at a meet.

Terminology: Outdoor Track

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor/Multi-media Manager
April 20, 2022
Girls soccer plays against Western Albemarle at home.

Terminology: Soccer

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor/Multi-media Editor
March 25, 2022
Terminology: Tennis

Terminology: Tennis

Arianna Taylor, Feature and Multimedia Editor
March 1, 2022
Senior Jacob Barber rounds the bases in a 2020 Baseball game.

Terminology: Baseball/Softball

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor/Multimedia Editor
February 18, 2022
Terminology: Swim

Terminology: Swim

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor and Multimedia Manager
February 7, 2022
Terminology: Wrestling

Terminology: Wrestling

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor and Multimedia Manager
February 1, 2022
Cheer runs out on the mat to compete.

Terminology: Cheer

Arianna Taylor, Feature and Multimedia Editor
January 24, 2022
Takai Comfort dribbles the ball down the court.

Terminology: Basketball

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor and Multimedia Editor
January 24, 2022
Terminology: Volleyball

Terminology: Volleyball

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor/ Multimedia Editor
January 19, 2022
Terminology: Field Hockey

Terminology: Field Hockey

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor/Multi-media Editor
January 19, 2022
Terminology: Golf

Terminology: Golf

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor & Multimedia Editor
January 19, 2022
Terminology: Football

Terminology: Football

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor
January 14, 2022
Students by Day. Musicians by Night.

Students by Day. Musicians by Night.

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor and Multimedia Manager
November 10, 2021
Photo courtesy of Louisa Arts Center

The Jersey Tenors are coming to Louisa

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor
October 1, 2021
Redefining transportation after Covid-19

Redefining transportation after Covid-19

Arianna Taylor, Feature Editor
October 1, 2021
TikTok is changing the world with millions of viewers from all over.

Tik Tok is changing the world

Arianna Taylor, Reporter/Photographer
April 13, 2021
The warm and welcoming Town of Louisa is growing tremendously.

Town of Louisa

Arianna Taylor, Reporter/Photographer
March 29, 2021
Anonymous Alerts system maintains school's safety

Anonymous Alerts system maintains school’s safety

Arianna Taylor, Reporter/Photographer
March 8, 2021
Destined Daughters host Black History Month activities

Destined Daughters host Black History Month activities

Arianna Taylor, Reporter
February 15, 2021
By presenting students with the opportunity to take care of class pets, they are able to learn important life skills, such as empathy and self-awareness.

Class pets offer unique benefits

Arianna Taylor, Reporter/Photographer
February 5, 2021
Meet the candidates ahead of Tuesday's election. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Christina Carter)

Election 2020, presidential candidate profiles

Arianna Taylor, Reporter
November 1, 2020
Theatre Tuesdays will be held every Tuesday from 4:30-6:30 Oct. 27 through Dec. 15. 

Arts Center hosts first after school program

Arianna Taylor, Reporter
October 8, 2020
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