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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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The Lion's Roar
Keira Apple

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Mrs. Fletcher poses for the media to signify that she finally made it to Monticello.

Mrs. Fletcher runs 40 miles to Monticello

Keira Apple, Editor-in-Chief
March 28, 2024
Who will win "The Bachelor?"

“The Bachelor” this Monday night

Keira Apple, Editor-in-Chief
March 1, 2024
Step out of your comfort zone, take risks, grow and discover new possibilities.

Leap outside your comfort zone and step on the moon

Keira Apple, Editor-in-Chief
February 27, 2024
These members of FFA are apart of different chapters and hand out work books to other members as they enter.

Virginia FFA Chapters unite in the Alan Jackson Theater

Keira Apple, Editor-in-Chief
November 21, 2023
Field hockey team pictures of the 2023-2024 season.

[Photo] Laurelei Choi Sticks With It

October 24, 2023
Lion's Roar searching for four seniors

Lion’s Roar searching for four seniors

Keira Apple, Editor-In-Chief
September 29, 2023
I had to meet up with The Lion's Roar Alum, Eleanor Pekary, to catch up and see how she is loving VT.

Virginia Tech Fall Visitation with Keira Apple

Keira Apple, Editor-In-Chief
September 27, 2023
Jaezon Carter in the hallway posing with a peace sign.

Senior Spotlight: Jaezon Wilton Carter

Keira Apple, Reporter/Photographer
May 16, 2023
Decision day 2022 when seniors were lined up ready to receive a cupcake in honor of their college decisions.

Decision Day

Keira Apple, Design and Layout
April 28, 2023
Flier created on Canva

Talent Show comes to LCHS

Keira Apple, Design and Layout
April 5, 2023
Media Intern Davis Pruden getting frames for the jumbotron.

Cheerleaders cheered schools as people walk into the stadium.

The Moss Nuckols Elementary School's students and staff perform their own choreographed dance

Prom 2023

Prom 2023

Keira Apple, Design and Layout
March 20, 2023
Mic'd up Monday

Mic’d up Monday

Keira Apple and Ellen Rosson
March 6, 2023
Students in the Louisa Resource Council packaging food during their Async. Day.

2/15 Async Day

Keira Apple, Design and Layout
February 13, 2023
What type of fruit are you?

What type of fruit are you?

Keira Apple and Ellen Rosson
February 2, 2023
The blueprint for the Lake Anna Resort, given at the Board of Supervisers meeting.

One Step Closer to LKA Resort

Keira Apple, Staff Photographer and Layout Editor
January 30, 2023
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These children made their ornament in the Louisa Arts Bus and hung it on the Christmas tree inside the Arts Center.

A Classic Christmas at the Louisa Arts Center

Keira Apple, Staff writer/Photographer/Layout
December 12, 2022
Sylvie Jackson, Emily Gillespie, and Dara Sharpe with their coaches and Athletic Director.

[Photo] NLI Signing Day

November 10, 2022
This graph demonstrates all voting districts in Louisa County.

Louisa Election Winners

Keira Apple, Design/Layout and Staff Writer and Photographer
November 10, 2022
Episode Six of the Dicky and Tommy Show

Episode Six of the Dicky and Tommy Show

Ellen Rosson and Keira Apple
November 3, 2022
Tech Coach, Mrs. Wagoner represents the Halloween decorations in the Library.

[Photo] Spooktacular Activities

October 21, 2022
Tech Coach, Mrs. Wagoner represents the Halloween decorations in the Library.

Spooktacular Activities

Keira Apple
October 21, 2022
On BeReal, this screen shows when it is time to post.

[Photo] It’s Time to BeReal

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor and News Editor
October 14, 2022
Table full of gifts for arriving guest, State Super Intendant Dr. Balow.

Say Hello to Dr. Balow

Keira Apple and Kage Harlow
September 23, 2022
Photo courtesy of SPARC 5K's Facebook featuring the runners/walkers of the 2019 5K with their pets at the finish line.

SPARC 5K

Keira Apple, Staff writer and Photographer
September 16, 2022
During Music & Wine with California Bob, Gina Harris joined fellow patrons of the LAC while dancing and making music.

Serene sundowns at the Louisa Arts Center

Keira Apple
August 24, 2022
Different language, different story

Different language, different story

Keira Apple, Reporter/Photographer
May 23, 2022
CTE Teacher awarded Educator of the Year

CTE Teacher awarded Educator of the Year

Keira Apple, Reporter/Photographer
April 27, 2022
Junior Carlie Apple is working on upcoming homework during regroup period. Along with, turning in due assignments.

Regroup-real world?

Keira Apple, Reporter/Photographer
March 25, 2022
Photo by owner Katie Trombly

Main Street with a new sparkle; KT Jean Boutique & Gifts

Keira Apple, Reporter/ Photographer
February 25, 2022
A Lion's Brew member preparing orders.

Moving coffees and hearts

Keira Apple, Reporter/Photographer
February 10, 2022
The Senior Team warming up, hoping to dominate other class teams.

Underdogs, juniors take Butter Ball championship title

Keira Apple, Reporter/Photographer
February 10, 2022
The first ever LCHS Butterball game will be held Wednesday, February 9th at 7 pm in the Main Gym.

Boys Volleyball comes to LCHS

Keira Apple, Reporter/Photographer
January 24, 2022
Food Review: Crumbl Cookies

Food Review: Crumbl Cookies

Keira Apple, Reporter/Photographer
November 22, 2021
Photo courtesy of Louisa County Public Schools

How MVP Awards came to be

Keira Apple, Reporter/Photographer
October 29, 2021
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