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Career and Technical Education programs help students advance their skills needed for certain career paths (Courtesy of Bo Bundrick)
CTE Classes Help Shape Students
A driveway that is covered in ice and snow.
Teachers and Students Push Forward in Spite of Snow
BRVGS class of 2028 traveled to Fluvanna County High School for their semester project kickoff.
BRVGS Project Kickoff: The Pros and Cons of Innovation
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
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
Auburn Head coach Bruce Pearl after a win. Courtesy of Denny Simmons / The Tennessean / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
March Madness Continued Coverage: Men’s Round of 32
The TCU Horned Frogs are celebrating after making it to the Sweet 16 for the first time in program history. Courtesy of Brian McLean/KillerFrog
Round 2 Repcap: History and Heartbreak in the Women’s Round of 32
Viral McNeese basketball manager Amir “Aura” Khan pictured talking during warmups. (Courtesy of Eric Rueb from Sports Illustrated)
March Madness Continuous Coverage: Men’s Round of 64
The Fighting Irish bench gets hype as a teammate sinks in a 3-pointer late in the game. Courtesy Michael Clubb/South Bend Tribune
First-Round Frenzy: High Scores, Upsets, and Top Performances
Sky view of the "First Four' court in Dayton, Ohio. (Courtesy of David Worlock and the NCAA)
March Madness Continous Coverage: First Four
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
While we were standing in the metro station waiting for the train before the concert, Anna and I took a selfie.
Kelsea Ballerini Concert Blog
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Official ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ poster, courtesy of IMDb.
How to Train Your Dragon Roars into Theaters this Summer
Official Snow White poster courtesy of Disney.
Snow White Live Action
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Events Happening this Weekend 03/14-03/18
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend.
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
An old Ford car sits outside Ford’s Garage's main entrance, highlighting the restaurant’s classic charm.
Ford’s Garage: A New and Unique Dining Experience
Senior Hayden Grymes not only takes part in art, but also automotive technology.
Artist of the Month: Hayden Grymes
Firefighters in LA working to put out the fire. Photo courtesy of The Washington Post.
California Suffers from Wildfires
Kenny Throckmorton has owned and operated Kenny’s Central Tire and Auto Shop since 2003.
Kenny’s Auto Shop Provides for the Community
Image made on Canva displaying titles of popular rom-coms, like “Notting Hill,” “27 Dresses,” and “Roman Holiday.” Original movie poster titles courtesy of Paramount Pictures, Touchstone Pictures, Netflix, 20th Century Studios, Miramax, Searchlight Pictures, Columbia Pictures, Universal Pictures, and TriStar Pictures.
Rom-Coms to Watch this Valentine’s Day
Michale Jordan (left) and Lebron James (right) talk after being named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team during the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images.
The Ultimate Debate: LeBron vs. MJ – Who’s the Real GOAT?
Image created using Canva displaying common foods consumed by Americans.
The Problems in America’s Diet
Fall sunset overlooking The Jungle during a Friday Night Football game.
The Need to Shed Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder
Canva image of the screen representing what TikTok users see as they open the app.
The Fate of TikTok
Softball coach Susan Sharpe (on the left) and baseball coach Kevin Fisher (on the right) discuss how they side with their view on gender inequality in sports.
How Gender Inequality Affects Athletes in Collegiate and Professional Sports
While we were standing in the metro station waiting for the train before the concert, Anna and I took a selfie.
Kelsea Ballerini Concert Blog
Canva image created by Elliott Moreno.
Unseen Heroes of LCHS – Mrs. Gibson
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
Lucckese starts the meeting with an icebreaker game. In this game, everyone lines up from who has the least to most siblings.
FCCLA holds “Bring a Friend Night”
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Health Today: New Season New Mindset
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
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Health Today: New Season New Mindset
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
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
While we were standing in the metro station waiting for the train before the concert, Anna and I took a selfie.
Kelsea Ballerini Concert Blog
While gaining so much experience by working, I also get to see the beautiful sunrise every Sunday morning.
The Benefits of Working as a Student
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
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!
  • March 28Report cards will be sent home today.
  • March 28Regroup will be after 3rd period today.
  • March 28The arts festival is tomorrow.
  • March 27JV and Varsity baseball play against Western Albemarle today.
  • March 27Girls and boys tennis competes against Western Albemarle today.
  • March 27The Sweet 16 starts today.
  • March 26JD Vance to visit Greenland.
  • March 26The west coast to face severe weather and tornadoes.
  • March 26Wildfires impact South Korea.
  • March 25The March Madness Sweet 16 teams have been set.
  • Check out the Student Life tab for the latest puzzles and lunch menu
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Senior and News/Copy Editor, Katelynn Jones poses in the Paintings field for her senior photos taken by Sarah Brooks.

The growth of compassion: senior send-off

Katelynn Jones, News and Copy Editor
May 11, 2023
Image provided by Hulu press. This image shows the cast of “New Girl” posing for the shows cover picture.

“New Girl” leaves Netflix after ten years

Katelynn Jones, News and Copy Editor
May 2, 2023
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LC Hike meets Leadership for a cornhole tournament and bonfire

Katelynn Jones, News & Copy Editor
April 6, 2023
Check out these posters throughout the hallway.

Epic Alaska Opportunity with Miller

Katelynn Jones, News Editor & Copy Editor
March 23, 2023
Louisa’s Varsity Girls Wrestling team posing for the team picture, featuring Kailyn Myers, Marion Zimmerman, A'mya Barbour, Catherine Meyers, Taylor Waddy, Kaylee Hustead and Langley Amiss.

Girls Wrestling advances to state tournament

Katelynn Jones, News and Copy Editor
February 24, 2023
Tanner Painting, Luke Rowan, and Kasey Casazza posing with coaches after becoming Region champs.

Wrestling advances to the State tournament

Katelynn Jones, News & Copy Editor
February 17, 2023
Senior Landon Wilson signing to Emory & Henry on Dec.21.

Senior Landon Wilson signs to Emory & Henry

Katelynn Jones, News & Copy Editor
February 8, 2023
Louisa's media interns preparing for a Friday nigh football game.

Opportunities to intern in media

Katelynn Jones, News Editor & Copy Editor
January 24, 2023
Gillespie pitching at playoff game against Blacksburg High School.

Emily Gillespie commits to Northern Kentucky University

Katelynn Jones, News Editor and Copy Editor
January 20, 2023
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[Photo] MAJ Tom Bourne

Eleanor Pekary, Op-ed Editor
November 11, 2022

Homecoming spirit week

Katelynn Jones, Copy and News editor
November 2, 2022
Madison Metz, Maggie Shifflett, Imani Fredrick, Andi Macdougall, Whit Jackson, Brooke Hall, Cole Owen and Leslie Grande wearing gold for the pride wars competition.

Kayla Sauls, Brandin Choquet, Ericka Evans, Lilly Chevalier, Cheyenne Mummert, Keira Beck, Larson Moreno, Conner Wilbon, Teon Dixon, Timothy Bingler, Micheal Rowen, Naki Brooks and Keith Dunford wearing black for pride wars.

Jayden Thompson, Addison Talley, Adiel Campos, Aflred Burford, Stephen Smith, Kayla Kinkpof, Natalie Spencer, and Brooklyn Nemec, Ariana Varga, Lauren Goodman, Aubrie Sherry and Melinda Staudinger wearing white to support the freshmen for pride wars.

Casen Dulaney, Hannah Hearn, Lawton Rowan, Grace Hobbs and Zach Coleman wearing green to support the juniors in the pride wars competition.

Kourtney Kidd, Anari Harris and Thomas Eppard posing as Adam Sandler for the Homecoming spirit week.

Maddie Demay, Matthew Coffeey and Anaiya Walton posing for Adam Sandler day.

Mrs. Bupp and Alyssa Wood posing as Adam Sandler for the Homecoming spirit week.

Mr. Trovato posing with Nina Fenster and Alyssa Hopkins for Adam Sandler day.

Jayden Duck and Ricardo Alvarado on Adam Sandler day for the Homecoming spirit week.

Eleanor Pekary, Isabella Lopez and Luke Rowan posing for Adam Sandler day.

Clay Blue and Madison Beall creating a video for the TV media productions class.

Payton Whitney, Sadie Alvis, Madison Sampson, Arthur Wills, Rocco Hall and Rylee Stokes dressed up for the country vs country club spirit day.

Mrs. Kazio and Mr. Varner posing for the country vs country club spirit day with their students Bailey Harris, Ethan Helfrich, Emily Harlow, Jeffrey Allison, Jasmine Silgevinck, Addison Alexander and Kalen Amedee.

Evan Hataway, Jayson Harrison and Thomas Klein dressed up for the country vs country club spirit day.

Cody Hall, Jayden Duck, Miles Compton and Ricardo Alvarado posing for the country vs country club spirit day with their teacher, Mr. Miller.

Abby Eyler and Abbi Creel posing for the country vs country club spirit day.

Jaylynn Quarles, Madison Corral, Jessi Jernigan and Shelby Killinger posing during pajama day.

Madelyn Meadows, Aaliyah Barbour, Haley Walker, Sofia Ratcliff, Brady Hopkins, Davis Pruden, Colin King and Makiah Holcomb posing in their pajamas for spirit week.

Brooklyn Nemec, Addison Talley, Natalie Spencer, Jayden Thompson, Brynn Myers-Ryman, Melinda Staudinger, Ariana Varga, Brooke Pennella, Stephen Smith, Audrey Phipps, Lillian Liles, Aubrie Sherry and Madison Gardner posing for pajama day.

Brittney Dishman, Delilah Thomas, Michelle Ford and Jayla Bright in their pajamas during the homecoming spirit week.

Becky Walters and her son Andrew Walters posing for pajama day.

Newspaper staff participating in pajama day for the homecoming spirit week.

The Lion's Roar and Reflector Yearbook at Harrisonburg High School for the VHSL Media Championship.

Publications brought home State Championship

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor & News Editor
October 20, 2022
Generational Apathy

Generational Apathy

Katelynn Jones, News Editor & Copy Editor
October 17, 2022
On BeReal, this screen shows when it is time to post.

It’s Time to BeReal

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor and News Editor
October 14, 2022
Katelynn Jones and Andi Macdougall after watching Olivia Wilde’s new movie, Don’t Worry Darling.

It’s Time to Worry Darling

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor and News Editor
October 4, 2022
Kage Harlow and Julia Gibson after 13 years of friendship.

[Photo] Blog: Bestie for the Restie

Kage Harlow, Office Manager
September 1, 2022
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Bryce Canyon

The Trip of a Lifetime

Katelynn Jones, News Editor, Copy Editor
August 26, 2022
Brittany Webb teaches her sophomore english class.

Best Wishes to Departing Teachers!

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
May 19, 2022
Mineral Farmer's Market season opener

Mineral Farmer’s Market season opener

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/ Photographer
April 27, 2022
Spring Break Tournaments Return

Spring Break Tournaments Return

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/ Photographer
April 7, 2022
Turn up the Color

Turn up the Color

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/ Photographer
March 22, 2022
This is soon-to-be supreme court justice, Ketanji Brown

President Biden appoints new Supreme Court Justice

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/ Photographer
March 8, 2022
Photo of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics display with the Olympic rings.

Winter Olympics coming to Beijing, Yanqing, and Zhangjiakou

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
February 3, 2022
A previous years Breakfast with Santa event occurring at the Betty Queen Center.

Enjoy breakfast with Santa at LCPRT

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
December 2, 2021
The Juniors after working hard and winning the PowderPuff Championship.

Juniors take the win in Powder Puff game

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
November 22, 2021
The Senior team practicing during clubs to prepare for the game.

Powder Puff returns to The Jungle

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
November 15, 2021
Photo by Taylor Swift Store

Re-releasing songs rises in the music industry

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
October 21, 2021
Seniors, Ali Downey and Lydia Gillespie working at the Mineral Farmer's Market to raise money for Field Hockey.

Field Hockey seniors fundraise for new team gear

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
September 14, 2021
Louisa Loonies are showing their excitement during a 2019 football game.

Louisa Loonies return to The Jungle for the first time since 2019

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
September 10, 2021
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