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The FFA team poses together with satisfaction after the competitions. Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Cheesbrew.
FFA Cultivates Agricultural Strength while Fostering Promising Futures
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
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
Jayden Jones expresses his love for the characters he plays.
Esports: The Game That Builds Community
Senior Jonathon Jarvis warms up with his team before the game.
The Lions Defeat the Flucos
Canva image created by Mackenzie Randlett.
Fall Sports Back in Action
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
Official movie poster for “Black Phone 2.” Photo courtesy of IMDb.
“Black Phone 2” Calls for Theaters
Melody Young talks about how Twilight has impacted her family.
Twilight Relights the Theaters
Official ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ movie poster. Courtesy of 20th Century Studios.
Avatar: Fire and Ash is Making a Fiery Entrance to Theatres
"Five Nights at Freddy's 2" poster (Yahoo!)
“Five Nights at Freddy’s” Will Always Be Back
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 10/03-10/05
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 10/03-10/05
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/26-09/28
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
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’
Short n' Sweet album cover curtesy of Sabrina Carpenter Official website.
Short n’ Sweet
Back to school brings a "fresh start" for students. (Created on Canva by Audrey Ryan)
Fresh Start
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
Canva image designed by Owen McHugh and Benjamin Stallard.
Admit it! Episode 1
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Heath Today: Second Semester
Hear The Roar Ep. One: Principal Redd
Hear The Roar Ep. One: Principal Redd
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
Taylor Swift released many different vinyl variants of the album, including changes in the album art and vinyl pressing color. Photo courtesy of Taylor Swift’s website.
“The Life of a Showgirl” Meets Expectations
The ensemble before performing at a home football game. (Courtesy of Elizabeth Racette.)
Music Makes Community
The Pride Elite Dance team and drum majors stand together before making their way down to the home football game. (Photo courtesy of Odessa Johnson).
Color Guard and Pride Elite Dance Bring Life to Louisa
The high school is visible from the middle school parking lot, but the transition across the street at the start of the school year can be overwhelming.
The Class of 2029 Transitions Into the High School
Canva image created about fall by Natalie Spencer.
Here Comes Fall
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
  • October 22Today is Adam Sandler Day
  • October 22JV Football Game vs Orange
  • October 22Cross Country Girls and Boys meet at Panorama Farms
  • October 21The Powder Puff game is tonight at 7pm at the Jungle
  • October 21Today is twin day for spirit week
  • October 21Trump's wrecking crew starts East Wing demolition for White House ballroom
  • October 20Virginia College Application Week is this week
  • October 20Marching band placed 1st in Drum Majors
  • October 20FFA placed 9th in the All American Quarter Horse Congress National Hippology Competition
  • October 17Trump Meets with Zelensky on Ukraine War
  • Check out the Student Life tab for the latest puzzles.
The Student News Site of Louisa County High School

The Lion's Roar
The Student News Site of Louisa County High School

The Lion's Roar
Deisy Siegrist

Deisy Siegrist, Reporter/Photographer

Deisy Siegrist is a junior and second year staffer. Her goal is to bring a different perspective, giving unseen topics a voice. Her interests include athletics, spending time with friends and family, and attending church. 



All content by Deisy Siegrist
Malachi Rodgers asked Officer Harris to pose with him for a picture.

Insight of the Resource Expo

Deisy Siegrist, Reporter/Photographer
May 16, 2025
Local officers talk to families about the resources they offer and information on on programs they offer.

As the expo came to an end, people started to gather in the cafeteria for pizza and drinks.

Volunteers helped give out pizza and drinks to the guests.

Each table included valuable information and people to explain and answer questions any parent might have.

At the center of the gym, there were many packets with information that the families could grab.

Justin Cording, with The Choice Group, talked to parents about the career and counseling services they offer.

Special education teacher and expo coordinator Sayward Labrador helped families get signed in and informed them on what was to be offered.

Volunteers gather at the door with warm smiles, greeting families as they walk in.

Labrador organized the raffle prizes on a table; every family was able to get a chance at winning a prize.

Malachi Rodgers stands with his mom, Clare Rodgers, as they collect small gifts from one of the tables.

Canva image made by Deisy Siegrist

A Journey to Paradise

Deisy Siegrist, Reporter/Photographer
April 1, 2025
The third day in Dominican Republic we traveled to another part of the country on a boat. We had a beautiful sight of the water and beaches of Bavaro.

Enjoying a water park that had just opened, we learned that El Dorado had many pools and jacuzzis.

Getting on the flight from Punta Cana, Dominican Republic to Atlanta, Georgia, we were able to see our pilot who smiled and waved at us.

Every night, the hotel hosted a different show; this night we had a performance by pirates. They performed different dances.

Driving back to our hotel, we passed through the downtown of Punta Cana.

We arrived to a secluded area in the ocean were I was able to swim with a dolphin named Eros in beautiful clear blue water.

I was able to go snorkeling and see different types of fishes and even a boat that was under the water.

At the Sea Aquarium, we were able to go underwater, and we saw all different types of fishes and statues almost 1-2 miles underwater.

Next to the snorkeling area I was kissed by a sea lion.

Arriving to the hotel, we were greeted by entertainers doing circus tricks.

My cousins, siblings, and I were tired, but excited to have arrived in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

My family and I were ready to start our journey. With excitement we prepared to board our flight.

This was the last photo I took in Dominican Republic. I knew I’d miss the heat, but I was glad to go back home.

That evening we went to the hotel restaurant and found my brother’s favorite waiter. My brother looked for Jose everyday.

Touring the city Veron, I saw what locals call a primary school. This is a school were children and adults learn basic reading, writing, and math skills.

My family and I were excited for our next activity. We were getting prepared to have fun.

On February 4th, my birthday, we were traveling to the Sea Aquarium and while doing so I found a birthday twin. As we were together the people around us sang “Happy Birthday.”

While on beach by our hotel, I met parrot named Lexus. Lexus liked to pose, but he did not like to be pet.

My aunt, mom, and I sitting out by the pool at the hotel on the second day in Punta Cana

Bright and early, my cousin, sister, and I were waiting to board our flight at 6:00 am; we sat and watched a movie.

A driveway that is covered in ice and snow.

Teachers and Students Push Forward in Spite of Snow

Deisy Siegrist, Reporter/Photographer
February 4, 2025
Junior Lauren Goodman looking out the school window thinking of her family.

La Teoría del Apego y lo que Significa

Deisy Siegrist and Elizabeth Middlesworth
November 12, 2024
Cobertura de Bondad

Cobertura de Bondad

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Allyson Reutinger, and Deisy Siegrist
October 11, 2024
Estudiantes extranjeros de intercambio vienen a Louisa

Estudiantes extranjeros de intercambio vienen a Louisa

Deisy Siegrist, Emma Ryan, Owen McHugh, and Lucien Cormier
September 26, 2024
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist are joined by special guests to talk about school stress. Graphic made on Canva.

Mental Health: School Stress

Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer
May 22, 2024
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist talk about their bullying experiences. Graphic made on Canva

Mental Health: Bullying

Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer
May 20, 2024
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

Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer
May 16, 2024
Staffers Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer talk about screen time and the effects on health. Graphic made on Canva.

Mental Health: Screen Time

Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer
May 13, 2024
Staffers Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer are joined by two special guests discussing friendships. Graphic made on Canva.

Mental Health: Friendships

Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer
May 9, 2024
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

Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer
May 6, 2024
Staffers Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer talk about the toxicity of social media and the effects it can have on mental health. Graphic made on Canva.

Mental Health: Social Media Toxicity

Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer
May 1, 2024
Pencak finished her work on a car and is getting ready to begin working on another car.

Pencak taking a tire off of a car during her 1st period Automotive class.

Pencak stands in front of a car she was working on during her 1st block Automotive class.

TV and media teacher Kenneth Kilinski smiles at his desk for a photo.

[Photo] Would you rather?; What would you add?

Kara Kotowski, Reporter/Photographer
April 15, 2024
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

Cassie Duerson and Deisy Siegrist
March 7, 2024
Introduction to Mental Health podcast where staffers Deisy and Natalie elaborate the different areas mental health is involved in. Graphic made in Canva.

Intro to Mental Health Podcast

Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist
February 29, 2024
The Lady Lions varsity basketball team huddled together during a timeout in their game against Albemarle

Estudiantes Llegan a La Cima

Melinda Staudinger and Deisy Siegrist
February 6, 2024
Christine Evans sits a her desk during her planning period after being interviewed.

[Photo] Friends Uplift Friends

December 15, 2023
Elliott Moreno (left) interviewing Liza Middleswoth (right) it see if she is smarter than a fifth grader.

[Photo] Are you smarter than a fifth grader?

November 30, 2023
Rodarius Marcell Green also known as Rod Wave, famous American rapper and singer-songwriter. Courtesy of https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-album-reviews/rod-wave-beautiful-mind-1394888/

HG4 for the Tour

Deisy Siegrist, Reporter/Photographer
November 16, 2023
FCCLA is hosting a car wash on September 13th.

Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America Hosts Teacher Car Wash

Deisy Siegrist, Journalist
November 10, 2023

Damar Hamlin regresa al campo

Eric Davis and Deisy Siegrist
November 9, 2023
Mental Health with Mrs.Inderbitzen

Mental Health with Mrs.Inderbitzen

Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer
November 2, 2023
Seniors and cross country runners Justin Davenport and William Moore pose together for the picture.

Cross Country Corre Hacia el Centro de Atención

Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist
October 26, 2023
Field hockey team pictures of the 2023-2024 season.

Laurelei Choi Sticks With It

Deisy Siegrist, Staffer/Reporter
October 24, 2023
Vanessa Ramirez stands with her field hockey apparel as they have a game this day.

Laurelei Choi varsity field hockey player stopped in the hall to take a picture.

Coach Meredith Williamson paused her 1st period to take her picture in her field hockey wear.

Side view of hotel being built, from 7/11

Nuevo Hotel Siendo Construido en Zion Crossroads

Juliet Heffley and Deisy Siegrist
October 13, 2023
Mr. Redd proudly stands in the front hall of the building.

Listo Para Trabajar

Deisy Siegrist and Cassie Duerson
October 2, 2023
FCCLA is hosting a car wash on September 13th.

FCCLA hosts a teacher car wash

Deisy Siegrist, Reporter/Photographer
September 12, 2023
The marching band gets ready to start the pep rally.

Drumming Up Something New

Deisy Siegrist, Staffer
September 7, 2023
The new band director, Mr. Micah Lee poses as he gets ready to teach his 3rd period.

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