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Newly appointed athletic director, Chris Baird shares his experience joining the Louisa High school athletics staff.
Louisa Athletics Grows
Clothes hang outside of the store along with a welcome sign, welcoming customers in.
The Purple Pumpkin Makes its Way to Louisa
The Louisa County Sheriff's Office is partnering with Spring Creek to raise money for the K9 unit. Photo courtesy of the Louisa County Sheriff's Department.
Running for the Canines
During their after-school meetings on Fridays, Envirothon team members often go outside to practice what they learn.
Envirothon: Competing for a Better Earth
Principal Redd and the students gather to dance and have fun.
Buddy Club Organizes an Adapted Prom
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
Sophomore Evan Snead is in his follow-through after hitting his drive at the driving range.
Aiming for the Fairway
The volleyball team huddles up, discussing the game plan and what to do. Photo courtesy of Amara Comfort.
Ready to Serve
All of the senior football players lined up to take their last professional group photo before the 2025 season began.
Louisa Football Roots Run Deep as Players Move on to College
Silhouettes of different positions that can be seen during Spring Training. Image designed on Canva by Olivia Hall.
MLB Spring Training: A Recap on Positions and Prospects for the 2025 Season
As the sun sets the Louisa Lions soccer team prepare to face Powhatan.
A Week of Louisa Boys Soccer
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/12-09/14
Official Formula 1 movie poster courtesy of Formula 1.
Start Your Engines for F1
Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look
Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/05-09/07
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/12-09/14
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/05-09/07
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 08/29-08/31
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Events Happening this Weekend 08/22-08/24
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Evens Happening this Weekend
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look
Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look
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’
Hiter is emotional as he hugs his parents after announcing his commitment to the University of Michigan.
Savion Hiter Commits to Michigan
Graduates Luke Rowan, Brianna Mitchell, and Danielle Gordon hold their tassels before they are considered newly graduates.
2025 Seniors turn to Graduates
Lucien Cormier stands as he is being recognized for going into the Army.
Time Flies: Senior Send-Off
Cassie Duerson stands in front of the main entrance to the high school.
Never Grow Up: Senior Send-Off
Kylie Kenny poses in the water for her senior photos.
Always Be Kind: Senior Send-Off
Art teacher Dani Perry shuts off her phone and concentrates on a watercolor practice worksheet.
Shunning Screens: How Digital Detoxes Benefit Adolescents
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:3 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:2 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Cover for behind the scenes of the newspaper class featuring newspaper member Ben Stallard at the start of class.
Newspaper Behind the Scenes
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
After Coach Patrick's speech, the football team gathers in the middle of the gym to start their chant.
First Pep Rally of 2025
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:3 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
While doing striders, senior Alexander Hurst-Barbeito looks back and laughs at a comment made by his fellow teammate.
Before The Race Begins
Seniors sit at graduation, clapping for each other as they prepare to take their next steps beyond high school.
The Road Ahead
As time "springs forward," graduation and the end of the school year approaches, so take the time to pause and live in the moment.
Spring Forward
Holiday Edition
Holiday Edition
Helping
Helping
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:3 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:2 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Health Today: Returning to School
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Already feeling bittersweet about the end of my summer at Radford, I took this the night before our departure.
A Look Into the Future
Senior Nyah Straley, a leg of the 4x800m track race.
Nyah Straley Strides for Success
My house at 11:54 PM, the fire had spread to the top floor below the attic and started to spread into the bedrooms.
When My Home Burned
Sammy George prepares to recieve the snap for the PAT, point after touchdown.
Playing through the Pain
Canva image made by Deisy Siegrist
A Journey to Paradise
Goodman Excavating works to help provide clients with any excavating needs. Logo courtesy of the Goodman Excavating page on The Blue Book website.
Goodman Excavating – Thank You!
Bethel Brews and Bites logo.
Thank You Bethel Brews and Bites!
Crossroads Animal Hospital's logo that encourages customers to come to their clinic. Courtesy of Crossroads Animal Hospital's website.
Crossroads Animal Hospital- Thank You!
Loudin Building Systems logo.
Loudin Building Systems- Thank You!
El Mariachi Bar & Grill logo courtesy of their website.
El Mariachi Bar & Grill- Thank You!
  • September 18Varsity and JV Field Hockey and Volleyball vs Fluvanna
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  • September 18District Varsity Golf competes at 4:30pm
  • September 17Picture Day Underclassmen last names L-Z
  • September 17JV Football Game vs Matoaca
  • September 17Cross Country Varsity District Meet at 5pm
  • September 16Trump announces $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times
  • September 16Girls JV and Varsity District Volleyball vs. Charlottesville
  • September 16JV and Varsity Field Hockey vs. Charlottesville
  • September 15JV and Varsity Field Hockey vs. Courtland
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The Lion's Roar
The Student News Site of Louisa County High School

The Lion's Roar
Brooke Pennella

Brooke Pennella, Copy Editor

This is Brooke Pennella’s third semester on The Lion’s Roar. She enjoys playing soccer, listening to music, and watching movies. 

All content by Brooke Pennella
Assistant Principal David Blanchard, talks about the life-changing experience he had when he took the job at Louisa County High School.

[Photo] Humans of LCHS

September 26, 2023
Picture of Torres' NA Miata. Photo courtesy of Jessenia Torres.

Self-Expression Shown in the Student Lot

Brooke Pennella, Copy Editor
September 9, 2025
David Navarre in front of his shop "Navarre's Auto Service".

Navarre’s Auto is a Dream Come True

Brooke Pennella and Shaniya Siribandu
February 7, 2025
Top 5 Fall Films

Top 5 Fall Films

Brooke Pennella, Staffer
October 31, 2024
Short n' Sweet album cover curtesy of Sabrina Carpenter Official website.

Short n’ Sweet

Brooke Pennella, Staffer
October 18, 2024
Inside Out 2 picture courtesy of Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

Inside Out 2

Brooke Pennella, Staffer
August 28, 2024
Sophomore Shaniya Siribandu posing for a picture after being interviewed.

Junior Jaden Harris posing for a picture after being interviewed.

Junior Jacob Tyson posing for a picture after being interviewed.

Canva made by Brooke Pennella.

Formula One Terminology

Brooke Pennella, Reporter/Photographer
March 15, 2024
Senior and Softball captain Mallory Greslick.

Softball’s New Look

Brooke Pennella, Reporter/Photographer
February 29, 2024
Presentation showing different resources on keeping schools safe.

Safe Schools Task Force

Brooke Pennella, Reporter/Photographer
February 12, 2024
Presentation showing the unsafe effects of vaping and why students should not have access to vapes.

Deputy Callie Stocking speaks about her time adjusting and getting to know our school.

Safety and Security Advisor, Robert Sarnoski, speaks about the importance of the club YOVASO in our school.

Presentation showing a parents workshop about the safety of teens using social media and the mental health effects.

Presentation introducing Deputy Callie Stocking to our school and shows a few things to get to know her.

Superintendent Doug Straley speaks during Safe Schools Task Force meeting.

Staff and administration listen during a presentation about keeping our schools and community safe.

Safety and Security Advisor, Robert Sarnoski speaks on community safety.

Presentation showing YOVASO door decorating campaign to promote safe driving.

Assistant Superintendent, Michael Pelloni speaks during Safe Schools Task Force meeting.

Canva image made by Brooke Pennella

A Year in Concerts

Brooke Pennella, Staffer
January 31, 2024
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