Choice Awards presented to students at April 4 ceremony
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
April 5, 2012
At 7 a.m. on April 4, a group of students were presented with aChoice Awards at the annual ceremony. Staff members, students and guests arrived in the Commons at 6:45 a.m. for a continental breakfast and then preceded to the Theatre for the awards. After a welcome speech from Principal John... Read More
Senior Women to hold martial arts training class
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
February 29, 2012
All senior women have a chance to learn self-defense skills by signing up for a martial arts self defense class organized by the club Senior Women. The class will be held on Wednesday Feb. 29, from 6-7:30 p.m. and will be instructed by members of the Missouri Karate Association. Senior women... Read More
Eight Lafayette staff members receive ROSE award nominations
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
February 27, 2012
The nominees for the 23rd annual ROSE (Rockwood Outstanding Service in Education) Award have been announced. Winners of the ROSE awards will be notified and receive balloons and flowers Tuesday, Feb. 28. Of the over 245 Rockwood staff members nominated for the award, 15 will receive the award.... Read More
Proposition R goes to voters on April 3 ballot
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
January 26, 2012
A proposed bond issue for 2012 would have given Rockwood funds for renovations and additions totaling $43.5 million. However, after discussions concerning the proposed bond issue during the Jan. 19 Board of Education meeting, the total was decreased to $43.2 million. The bond issue, now referred... Read More
Two students qualify for All-State Orchestra
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
January 26, 2012
Senior Richard Lu and junior Alan Lu have both qualified for the All-State Orchestra and will perform in the concert Saturday, Jan. 28. They will leave Jan. 25 to travel to the Tan-Tar-A Resort in the Lake of the Ozarks. The next two days will be spent rehearsing the piece that they will play... Read More
New murals to decorate hallways
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
October 24, 2011
On Wednesday, Oct. 19 the mural that formerly decorated the lower flex hallway was painted over white. A new mural will soon take its place. The gym hallway and hallways leading to the basement have also been painted. These murals feature athletes of various sports at Lafayette. Activities... Read More
Hall Dec winner to be announced at Pep Assembly
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
September 28, 2011
Hall Decorations, one of the first events of Homecoming Week, took place on Monday night. Students stayed after school to decorate their hallways according to the assigned theme. The Freshman Class had “Great Barrier Reef,” the Sophomore Class had “Under the Sea,” the... Read More
Restaurant in Review: Genghis Grill
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
September 8, 2011
Having only been to Genghis Grill once a few years ago, I knew a little about what to expect with the food choices available. But my recent trip to eat there reminded me of the many different options this restaurant offers and the multitude of ways there are to customize a meal. As a picky... Read More
Graduation will be rescheduled for Friday, May 27
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
May 26, 2011
As a result of the severe storms experienced Wednesday, May 25, graduation has been rescheduled for Friday, May 27 at 3 p.m. The ceremony will still be held at the Chaifetz Arena at the St. Louis University campus. Graduating seniors and Lafayette staff members are instructed to arrive at the... Read More
Senior Celebration wraps up high school years
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
May 24, 2011
Senior Celebration will be held after graduation Wednesday, May 25 at the Double Tree Hotel in Chesterfield. The event will start at 11 p.m. and last until about 5 a.m. or 5:30 a.m. the morning of May 26. Tickets will be available for $90 at the door for cash only. So far, 420 tickets have... Read More
Spooner’s Frozen Custard in Eureka offers great summer treats
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
May 18, 2011
If you’re looking for a great new way to cool off after a day of fun this summer, look no further than Spooner’s Frozen Custard in Eureka. Located just off Highway 44, they offer frozen custard similar to Ted Drewe’s, but much closer to home. Spooner’s menu includes... Read More
Yard sale and “Power of Purple” Day raise awareness for Relay for Life
Maddie Henning, Asst. Webmaster
April 14, 2011
Friday, April 15 is Rockwood School District’s “Power of Purple” Day. All Rockwood students and staff are encouraged to wear purple to support Rockwood’s Relay for Life team. The Relay for Life is an annual event that raises money to fight all types of cancer. Participants... Read More
Colombatto has passion for science and running half marathons
Maddie Henning, Reporter
March 17, 2011
Science teacher Ginny Colombatto has proven her passion for science in the classroom, but what many students may not know about is her passion for running. Since 2002, Colombatto has participated in eight Lewis & Clark half marathons, seven GO! St. Louis half marathons and one full Lewis... Read More
Shannon Root shares her experiences in London
Maddie Henning, Reporter
March 14, 2011
Junior Shannon Root has lived in four different countries and moved five different times in her life. Though it may seem like a burden, having to pack up and move to an entirely different place so many times, Root has embraced each move. She tells lhsimage.com about her time in London, after... Read More
Repeat Boutique offers secondhand dresses for discount prices
Maddie Henning, Reporter
March 12, 2011
Haute Style is sponsoring the second annual Repeat Boutique this Saturday, March 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature gently used prom, homecoming, bridesmaid, pageant and party dresses that will be sold at discount prices. Raffle tickets cost $1 each or $5 for 6 tickets. Funds... Read More
Nike Sports Sale offers discounts on name brand clothes
Maddie Henning, Reporter
March 3, 2011
On Friday, March 3 and Saturday, March 4, a Nike Sports Sale will be held in the Lafayette Commons. The Nike Sports Sale features Nike products sold at discount prices for students and families looking for bargains on athletic attire. The sale will be run from 3-8 p.m. on Friday and will occur... Read More
Rockwood Summer Academy registration begins March 7
Maddie Henning, Reporter
March 1, 2011
Registration forms for Rockwood Summer Academy will be accepted starting the morning of March 7, 2011. Acceptance into the program will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, it is important for any student who it will be in high school at the beginning of the 2011-2012 school... Read More
Dauster travels the country for mission trips
Maddie Henning, Reporter
February 9, 2011
While many students dream of warm beaches for their summer vacation this year, junior Ami Dauster is looking forward to a different kind of trip. Dauster is very involved with her youth group, with participates with World Changers International to go on mission trips across the country. “Every... Read More
Seven Rockwood schools named 2011 Missouri Schools of Character
Maddie Henning, Reporter
February 1, 2011
Seven Rockwood School District elementary schools have been named 2011 Missouri Schools of Character. The Character Education Partnership awarded Babler Elementary, Bowles Elementary, Geggie Elementary, Kellison Elementary, Uthoff Valley Elementary, Westridge Elementary and Woerther Elementary,... Read More
Parents, students concerned with winter driving conditions
Kara Campbell, News Editor
January 31, 2011
As students rush around wondering if there will be an early release today, Jan. 31 and the hope of two consecutive snow days on Tuesday and Wednesday, some students and parents worry about the driving conditions. Junior Rachel Pace said, “My car is like magnet. The possibility of getting... Read More
Board of Education revises, approves budget cut options
Maddie Henning, Reporter
December 25, 2010
At the Dec. 16 meeting, the Rockwood Board of Education discussed the budget cuts for the 2010 fiscal year (FY12). They made some changes and deletions to the proposed budget cuts in Option One and Option Two and included these two options in their direction to district administration. A... Read More
Custom cake shop gives new way to “Celebrate Life”
Maddie Henning, Reporter
December 20, 2010
The recently opened Celebrating Life Cake Boutique offers unique cake, cookie and cupcake designs for any occassion. The shop has created cakes for weddings, kids’ birthdays and other special occasions. Cookies and cupcakes are available in standard flavors or custom decorated. For something... Read More
2010-2011 Teacher of the Year selection begins
Maddie Henning, Reporter
December 7, 2010
The selection for Lafayette High School’s 2010-2011 Teacher of the Year is underway. Students and staff are asked to honor a teacher they feel has done an outstanding job in their profession by nominating them for Teacher of the Year. The person selected for Lafayette’s Teacher... Read More
Community Service sells Candy Cane Grams to benefit Toys for Tots
Maddie Henning, Reporter
December 2, 2010
If you’ve been searching for that perfect, inexpensive gift for friends, the hunt is over. Community Service students are selling Candy Cane Grams at lunch, which allow students to send a candy cane with an attached message to friends at school. Candy Cane-Grams cost $1 . They will be... Read More
Steege brings NHS help to the Ronald McDonald House
Maddie Henning, Reporter
November 17, 2010
On Nov. 17, National Honor Society (NHS) members will have the opportunity to volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House, providing a home-cooked meal to families who would otherwise be eating hospital food every night. Getting to cook and serve a meal to these families will be an unforgettable... Read More
Hot Links: What to do with Halloween leftovers
Maddie Henning, Reporter
November 1, 2010
After Halloween night, many people are left with pumpkins and candy that they don’t want or need. Instead of tossing it in the trash, here are some sites that give unique ways to reuse or recycle leftover candy or Halloween pumpkins. http://www.halloweencandybuyback.com/ This site lets... Read More
Byars dyes her own hair
Maddie Henning, Reporter
October 11, 2010
To some students, their hair is a cherished possession. For junior Alyssa Byars, it is a fun way to create an exciting personal style. Byars says she changes her hair color about three times a year. For a few years, her hair was blue. Other times, she chooses a more traditional hair color. “I’ve... Read More
ROTC spearheads winter clothing drive
Maddie Henning, Reporter
October 8, 2010
If you’ve been wondering what to do with all the outgrown coats, jackets, pants and other winter clothing filling your closet, Lafayette’s winter clothing drive is the answer. Junior Reserved Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is sponsoring its seventh consecutive clothing drive to benefit... Read More
Note folding made easy
Maddie Henning, Reporter
September 20, 2010
With how common writing a note to a friend has become, one might want to find a way to add a little extra to their letter. Folding the paper into a fun shape, like a small square, is the perfect way to do this. Plus, there is no tape or staples necessary, so it’s easy to do whenever you... Read More
Zero Hour Driver Ed course underway
Maddie Henning, Reporter
September 7, 2010
Students who were unable to enroll in a Driver Education class this year may have a second chance to get this behind the wheel experience. A fee-based Driver Ed class will be offered this year for students who are or will be 15 years old by August 31, 2010. The cost of this class is $375 for... Read More
Campbell takes volleyball to a national level
Maddie Henning, Reporter
September 7, 2010
While local club volleyball teams offer strong competition and busy schedules, sophomore Stephanie Campbell went to a team that competes at an even higher level. Last year, Campbell made a national continental volleyball team, competing against some of the top volleyball players in the country... Read More
Cell phone policy revision pleases students
Maddie Henning, Reporter
August 19, 2010
A new policy was enacted this year that allows students to use their cell phones during school hours. According to the Rockwood School District handbook, cell phones may be used, “before school, during passing periods and at lunch.” Students are embracing the revisions of the cell phone... Read More