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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
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 12/17-12/19
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
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 12/17-12/19
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
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.
Teens Share their Christmas Wish List
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
Hear The Roar Ep. One: Principal Redd
Hear The Roar Ep. One: Principal Redd
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
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
Hear The Roar Ep. One: Principal Redd
Hear The Roar Ep. One: Principal Redd
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
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
  • January 17Red dye number 3 to be banned in the U.S.
  • January 17JV and Varsity girls basketball play Orange today.
  • January 17JV and Varsity boys basketball play at Orange today.
  • January 16Four planets were visible in the sky.
  • January 16Wrestling won against Monticello, Fluvanna, and Albemarle last night.
  • January 16Back to school night is today.
  • January 16JV and Varsity boys basketball play Chancellor.
  • January 15An earthquake with 2.8 magnitude impacts Richmond.
  • January 15JV and Varsity wrestling compete today.
  • January 15In California, over 6 million people are under wildfire threat.
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
Elliott Moreno

Elliott Moreno, Social Media Manager

This is Elliott’s second semester on The Lion’s Roar. She enjoys blasting music and hanging out with friends. Elliott is also a part of the lions volleyball team.

All content by Elliott Moreno
Junior player Kayleigh Metz speaks about her hopes for next season

[Photo]

November 25, 2024
My cat as she plays hide and seek while snuggled up in her cat tree.

Therapy Through a Different Lens

Elliott Moreno, Social Media Manager
November 18, 2024
Jada Green sets the ball to the other players on her team.

[Photo] An Outstanding Freshman

Carlee Hicks, Reporter/Photographer
October 31, 2024
Ms. Barnes is at her desk editing an article from one of her students while they watch Of Mice and Men.

[Photo] Humans of LCHS

September 26, 2023
Hurricane milt (1)

[Photo] Kindness Coverage

October 8, 2024
A graphic was created to represent the small animal care class and what it teaches.

Small Animals with Not-So-Small Care

Elliott Moreno, Reporter/Photographer
October 2, 2024
A free library and downtown garden are placed in a small ally in Louisa.

On their way to an Interview, a group of staffers pose for a photo.

Another photo in the town of Louisa to show their display of soldiers and heroes.

An interview taken by staffer Jonathan Jarvis at Kenny's Central Tire & Auto shop.

A car that was displayed at Kenny's Central Tire & Auto shop.

A photo taken of a local tire center in Louisa that was passed during a walk to an interview at Kenny's Central Tire & Auto shop.

The town of Louisa honors fellow soldiers and heroes as they hang banners around town.

To conclude the end of the field trip, staffers pose for a group photo.

As Elizabeth Middlesworth heads to Bethel Brews and Bites, she poses for a photo.

Staffers begin their walk to interview local businesses around Louisa.

FCCLA advisor Ms. Lohr teaches in her classroom about responsibilities.

[Photo] Soda Tabs for a Good Cause

Emma Ryan, News Editor
September 25, 2024
Louisa players preparing and setting up on field to start the game.

Louisa Boys Soccer vs Goochland

Elliott Moreno, Reporter/Photographer
April 25, 2024
Louisa Players defend their goal and clear the ball away to prevent the other team from scoring.

Before the game begins Louisa players huddle up to motivate each other and pray.

Goochland player arguing with the referee about a call to Louisa players, #20 Peyton Pekary and #9 Larson Moreno, needing to change their gear.

#17 Joel Espinal Aragon preparing to take a free kick up field.

Players #13 Finn Jennings and #6 Joshua Morgan following the ball to play defense.

#5 Hudson MacDougall kicking the ball away and passing to a teammate.

#7 Paul Archer defending Goochland player from advancing up the field.

An attempt to score a goal by Louisa.

#9 Larson Moreno throwing in the ball to assist an attempt on the goal.

Goalie, #00 Kaden Gurski, catching an attempted shot on goal from Goochland.

Louisa players preparing and matching up with other Goochland players for the throw in.

#9 Larson Moreno preparing to throw the ball in with 13 minutes left and a score 1-1

#2 Wyatt Hopkins getting passed the ball up field by #6 Joshua Morgan.

Goalie, #00 Kaden Gurski, winding up to goal kick the ball down the field.

Junior players, Finn Jennings #13 and Hudson MacDougall, defending the ball from attacking Goochland players.

Mr. Schick and Mrs.LaBarr pose together outside of Mrs.LaBarr's room for a picture.

[Photo] NAHS and Lions Brew team up

Emily Jones, Staffer/Photographer
December 8, 2023
Elliott Moreno (left) interviewing Liza Middleswoth (right) it see if she is smarter than a fifth grader.

Are you smarter than a fifth grader?

Elliott Moreno, Writer/Photographer
November 30, 2023
Canva image made to feel and look similar to the Five Nights at Freddy's neon sign.

A Game turned to Movie

Elliott Moreno, Writer/Photographer
November 10, 2023
Daphne Macdougall talking to Youngkin after the table meeting was complete.

Principal Redd Smiling with Youngkin and the official proclamation.

Student Lawton Rowan shaking hands with Youngkin after a brief conversation.

Daphne Macdougall talking to Youngkin after the table meeting was complete.

Students Eric Davis and Connor Downey posing with Youngkin and the "All in VA" poster.

Youngkin reading the official proclamation to mark November as Family Engagement in Education Month.

Doug Straley explaining the positives that the school has due to the CTE classes.

Youngkin explains the recent increase in absences in Virginia after COVID-19.

Youngkin listening to half of the table as they introduce themselves.

Youngkin is shown the auto class working and how the CTE class helps the student.

Walking to the next CTE class, the auto shop, Youngkin is cracking jokes with the administrative staff.

Isabella Antigo showing a demonstration to Glenn Youngkin on what the nursing students have to do to prepare before they start class.

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin entering the building and was directed to the CTE classes.

Senior Danielle Scott Greeting and welcoming the Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin when arriving at the school.

[Photo] The Governor visits CTE classes

November 6, 2023
Senior Madelyn Wilson greeting and conversing with the Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin when visiting the school

A photo capturing Bethel Brews and Bites in the evening when they are closed for the day.

A new cafe with a new idea

Elliott Moreno, Reporter/Photographer
October 28, 2023
Canva image created and inspired by the Nebraska Huskers logo with the theme of volleyball.

Nebraska volleyball team set up a new record

Elliott Moreno
September 26, 2023
Sophomore Emma Ryan wears her Eras Tour concert merch with a smile on her face.

[Photo] Swift rocks the stage and hits big screen

Kara Kotowski, Staffer
September 21, 2023
Caitlyn Winslett is getting ready to hype the band up for the pep rally.

Sénior Hannah Ryan juega bloqueador central para el equipo universitario de Louisa Lions voleibol con un “plugar arriba como Straley.” Senior Hannah Ryan plays middle blocker for the Varsity Louisa Lions Volleyball team with a "Straley-thumbs-up".

[Photo] Varsity volleyball sets up for the season

Kara Kotowski, Staffer
September 19, 2023
Lion mascot watching the students as they start to leave and get ready for the first home football game.

First pep-rally and football game

Elliott Moreno and Liza Middlesworth
September 1, 2023
Student, Kaden Gurksi watching the game from the new student section stands.

Teachers line up and watch the pep-rally as they start to begin the games.

Curious students look around as they enter the pep-rally and watch as others prepare to begin.

Football team and senior section yell for football coach William Patricks speech at the pep-rally.

Cheerleaders on the sidelines hyping up the sophomore section during the pep-rally.

The marching band prepares to entertain the students as they enter the gym for the pep-rally. La banda de música se prepara para entretener a los estudiantes cuando entran al gimnasio para el mitin de motivación.

[Photo] Animate en Louisa’s Paso

September 20, 2023
Juniors Larson Moreno and Peyton Pekary excited while joining the gym for the pep-rally.

Football player Isaiah Holland guarding teammate Austen Grady during dizzy football at the Pep-rally

Drum Major Caitlyn Winslett greets lions as they hype up for the first pep-rally

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