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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
Emma Ryan

Emma Ryan, News Editor

This is Emma’s second semester on The Lion’s Roar. She enjoys listening to Taylor Swift, going to the beach, and hanging out with friends and family.

All content by Emma Ryan
"The Secret of Us" album cover photo taken from Chuffs Media Gracie Abrams Press Shots.

Gracie Abrams Concert Blog

Emma Ryan, News Editor
October 28, 2024
Children’s books sit on the shelves of Flower Child Consignment for another young child to pick them up.

Flower Child Consignment

Emma Ryan, Brooklyn Nemec, and Elizabeth Middlesworth
October 25, 2024
Abrams sits at her piano and plays "I miss you, I'm sorry."

Katie and I wait in our seats until Abrams came out.

Fans wait outside the venue as they wait to scan their tickets.

Fans wait excitedly in their seats inside The Met.

The merch stand displays items like sweatshirts, posters, and tote bags.

Nori and I wait in the merch line inside The Met.

Fans sing along as Gracie Abrams performs "Tough Love."

Abrams talks to the crowd and plays "Blowing Smoke."

Fans cheer as Abrams plays her opening song, "Risk."

Sign displaying Gracie Abrams "The Secret of Us" Tour sign.

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
Cover image made on Canva displaying a soda tab and the title of the article.

Soda Tabs for a Good Cause

Emma Ryan, News Editor
September 25, 2024
Exchange students Robin Hache and Ji-Won Hong give a thumbs up in the band hallway.

Foreign Exchange Students Come to Louisa

Emma Ryan, Owen McHugh, and Lucien Cormier
September 10, 2024
Mainstage Theater to perform “Chicago”

Mainstage Theater to perform “Chicago”

Emma Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
April 26, 2024
The Little Lions Learning Lab

The Little Lions Learning Lab

Emma Ryan and Jonathan Jarvis
March 21, 2024
Image made by Emma Ryan using Canva

Beyoncé Takes on Country

Emma Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
March 6, 2024
Luke and Lawton Rowan smile while hugging post wrestling match.

Brothers bond over Wrestling

Emma Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
February 20, 2024
Image made by Emma Ryan using Canva

English teacher re-blazes a historic route for her students

Emma Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
January 31, 2024
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