Pretty in Pink screening at Widwood 10 B&B
Mia Schenone, Entertainment Editor
April 24, 2012
Just in time for prom season, the Wildwood 10 theater will being doing a special screening of the 80′s classic, Pretty in Pink. Dress up in your favorite and best 80′s gear and come enjoy the movie for only five dollars. The movie will start at 7 p.m. this Thursday April 26. Ten... Read More
STL Blues fan rally downtown for playoff game
Mia Schenone, Entertainment Editor
April 12, 2012
Wednesday April 11 marks the beginning of playoff season for the National Hockey League. Our own St. Louis Blues took first place this season in the Central Division, second in the Western Conference and third in the league. Their second place standing puts the Blues against the San Jose... Read More
The Hunger Games left mixed feelings
Mia Schenone, Entertainment Editor
March 23, 2012
After staying up to watch the midnight premier of The Hunger Games, I definitely think it could have waited and I should have taken the chance to get more sleep. Fascinated by the novel, I like many others, was amped up for the release of the first movie in the trilogy. Waiting on the edge... Read More
Free small popcorn at B&B Wildwood 10
Mia Schenone, Entertainment Editor
March 22, 2012
For the weekend of March 23-25 the B&B Wildwood 10 will be offering students a free small popcorn. Beginning with the Hunger Games midnight premier this Thursday/Friday night, any student who comes to the Wildwood 10 theater will receive a free small popcorn with the purchase of a... Read More
Escadrille takes home two State trophies
Mia Schenone, Entertainment Editor
March 2, 2012
On Feb. 24, the Escadrille dance team headed downtown St. Louis to compete at their State competition. Escadrille took home two State trophies, first for their mix routine and fourth for their hip-hop routine. Different from other State competitions, this one is organized by the Missouri... Read More
DeBlasi remembers past military experience
Mia Schenone, Entertainment Editor
May 23, 2011
Before becoming the history teacher at Lafayette, Vince DeBlasi spent time serving our country. lhsimage.com asks DeBlasi a few questions about his experiences in his time spent in the military. Q: What branch of the military were you in, and what was your rank? A: “I was in the Army... Read More
Spring cleaning, time for locker clean outs
Mia Schenone, Entertainment Editor
May 16, 2011
With the school year coming to an end it is time for students to start cleaning out lockers. Trash and recycle bins have been placed in the hallways for students to get rid of any trash. There will also be cleaning spray and towels available to wipe away any marks in and outside of lockers.... Read More
STL Blues to visit Eureka High School
Mia Schenone, Entertainment Editor
April 29, 2011
Earlier in the year, the Rockwood School District was awarded a St. Louis Country Department of Health tobacco prevention grant. Rockwood has had success in initiating a tobacco prevention plan, new district tobacco policy and student-led prevention efforts. In recognition of this, St. Louis... Read More
The Painting Paw offers unique outing for all ages
Mia Schenone, Entertainment Editor
April 25, 2011
Summer is on its way, but before we all get a vacation we have to survive finals week. With finals week comes lots of extra stress. Why not relieve that stress in a healthy way by painting at the Painting Paw? Walk into the Painting Paw and chose what you want to create. They have everything... Read More
2011 Yearbook orders due April 1
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
March 28, 2011
Friday, April 1 is the final day the 2011 Legend yearbooks will be available for purchase. Yearbooks are $70 and engraved name plates can be purchased for $5. To order, click on the Yearbook Info tab above and fill out the Legend order form. Bring that and your payment to Room 137A or the... Read More
Judlin’s artwork makes for desired tattoo designs
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
March 14, 2011
Junior Jenna Judlin loves to doodle and draw during her free time. “I have been drawing since before I can remember and learned my drawing skills from my mom,” Judlin said. “[My mom] is artistic and inspirational and gave me my drawing gift.” Lately Judlin has had... Read More
LHS holds Canned Food Drive in honor of Rockwood Reading Week
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
February 28, 2011
Starting Monday Feb. 28- March 4, Lafayette will be holding a Canned Food Drive to donate non-perishable and canned food items to Operation Food Search which donates to over 265 food pantries. The moto for the drive is “Feed Before You Read” in honor of Rockwood Reading... Read More
Annual Repeat Boutique needs your gently used dresses
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
February 17, 2011
Lafayette will be hosting its annual Repeat Boutique on Saturday, March 12 from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. The boutique will be selling gently used dresses for half the price. All proceeds will be donated to the charity Circle of Concern. Junior Maray Savala thinks it’s great because you’re... Read More
Not your average babysitting job
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
January 17, 2011
Many students spend their free time trying to make some extra cash. Whether by making food, waiting tables or selling clothes many jobs are repetitive and can be rather dull. But for junior Melissa Sabados, working at Olympiad Gymnastics as a Tumble Bee/Progressive Instructor, feels like... Read More
Attention Seniors: Cap and gown measurements rescheduled
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
January 12, 2011
Senior cap and gown measurements were supposed to take place Tuesday, Jan. 11 , but due to the snow day they have been moved. Now measurements will be taken during all three lunch shifts on Thursday Jan. 13 in the Theatre. A $50 graduation fee must be paid at that time. Checks should be made... Read More
Parking pass cost could increase under Board plan
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
January 11, 2011
Due to recent budget cuts, the Rockwood Board of Education (BOE) has approved a tentative plan for numerous cost reductions for the following year as well as methods to increase revenue throughout Rockwood. One of the ways that Rockwood plans to raise additional funds is by increasing the... Read More
LHS takes first in Gingerbread competition
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
December 7, 2010
The Lafayette Culinary team took first place in a Gingerbread House competition that was judged at Plaza Frontenac the weekend of Dec. 3. “We received a medal from L’École Culinaire which is on display in the FACS hallway,” long term FACS substitue Karla Johnson said.... Read More
FACS students enter Gingerbread House competition
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
November 30, 2010
Lafayette’s Culinary Team, made up of students in FACS classes have entered a Gingerbread House in a contest at Plaza Frontenac sponsored by Lydia’s House. The theme of this year’s contest is “It’s A Small, World.” Lydia’s House is an organization that... Read More
How To: Make yummy Turkey Day Italian Cream Corn
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
November 22, 2010
On Nov. 24 families all across the nation will be preparing stuffing, green bean casseroles, mashed potatoes and striving to make the perfect turkey. Coming from an Italian family that loves to cook and entertain, one tradition my family and I always add to the table is our family’s Italian ... Read More
Wake up and smell the pancakes at the Pancake House
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
November 8, 2010
So, you wake up in the morning with a roaring stomach and you immediately think…pancakes, bacon, eggs, fresh squeezed orange juice, milk and sausage. You sprint down the stairs, fling open the fridge thinking about the feast you are about to devour, when alas, there is no food in your... Read More
Heney expresses himself through original music
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
October 19, 2010
With talent pouring from his finger tips, junior Thomas Heney is taking the thought of a professional music career to the next level. Gaining popularity through his social networking channels, Heney has 14 videos posted on Youtube of both original and cover songs, with a top hit of 625 views.... Read More
Hardees promotion to benefit Lafayette
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
October 11, 2010
During all three lunch shifts on Oct. 12, the Renaissance Student Steering Committee will be handing out flyers for a promotion at Hardees tht will benefit Lafayette. From 6 a.m.-11 p.m. now through Oct. 14, 20 percent of sales will be donated to LHS. However, the promotion is only good... Read More
Yearbook distributes 2011 Senior Activity Sheets
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
October 5, 2010
The 2011 Legend staff handed out Senior Activity Sheets at the Senior Class meeting on Oct. 13. They are due Nov. 1 at 3 p.m. to Room 137A or in the Senior Office. The 2011 Legend will include a list of the activities each senior participated in, but the information will only appear in... Read More
Hot Links: Costumes 101
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
September 27, 2010
Oct. 31 is a time for ghouls, goblins, pumpkin patches, haunted houses and maybe a costume parrty or two. But sometimes finding the perfect costume is like searching for a needle in a hay stack. Here are five links to help you narrow down your search and snag your perfect Halloween... Read More
Getting in touch with the past
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
August 29, 2010
When it comes to speaking a foreign language and learning about other cultures, most learn at school, but not junior Danielle Slaughter. Slaughter is learning everything about her Japanese heritage through her family. Whether it’s about street fashion or making sushi, Slaughter loves... Read More
Shuttles set up to reduce traffic problems at LHS, EHS football game
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
August 26, 2010
Friday Aug. 27 is the LHS football season opener against the Eureka Wildcats at Eureka High School. Both LHS and EHS are anticipating heavy traffic and to reduce some of the congestion, shuttles are being set up to transport students to and from the game. The first bus will leave LHS at... Read More
Hostage situation in Wildwood keeps police busy through the evening
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
August 23, 2010
At 5:30 p.m. Monday night, the Wildwood police were called and encouraged to check on a resident who allegedly had gotten in a argument with his wife earlier in the evening. The 57-year-old man resides in Himalayan Pass, just east of Highway 109, past West Glen Farms and had been said... Read More
Registration for 2010-2011 school year begins
Mia Schenone, Webmaster
August 8, 2010
As the new school year rolls around, students will need to know information regarding registration. All students should have received a registration packet in the mail recently with all the information. This year, students will enter through the pool entrance on the east end of the building... Read More
Kick your summer off with good food, good music
Mia Schenone, Studentlife Editor
May 29, 2010
Looking for something fun to do this Memorial Day weekend that includes games, good food and great music? Well than head downtown to The Soilder Memorial for The Rib America Festival (RAF). Going on till Monday night, RAF features some of the best BBQ from around the country, along with... Read More
Celebrity trainer’s at home DVD helps build fitness
Mia Schenone, Student Life Editor
May 21, 2010
With summer right around the corner, you may find yourself rushing to get the perfect beach bod. So you go to a store to buy a workout video to really work you out, but which one should you get? Well, if you’re looking for video to help you get lean, toned muscles, look no further. ... Read More
LHS Fashion classes go Hollywood for spring show
Mia Schenone, Student Life Editor
May 12, 2010
During all three lunch periods on May 14, the Fashion classes presented their annual Spring Fashion Show. This semester the theme will be “LHS Goes Hollywood” and will feature all kinds of different styles for the upcoming summer break. Fashion 1 students will be presenting handbags... Read More
Locker clean out starts Monday, May 17
Mia Schenone, Student Life Editor
May 12, 2010
With the school year coming to a close, students and teachers alike are cleaning up and getting ready for summer break. One task all students need to address is cleaning-out lockers. Starting Monday, May 17, seniors can begin to clean-out their lockers after their 5th Hour exam. Underclassmen... Read More
Hardy’s talent makes for hopeful, art-filled career
Mia Schenone, Student Life Editor
April 26, 2010
A giddy teenage girl bursting with life, freshman Maggy Hardy has a true talent for painting and drawing. Art has always been a big part throughout Hardy’s life, and the young artist hopes to one day to turn her passion into a career. “I really hope art has a lot to do with... Read More
Spanish students learn culture by dancing
Mia Schenone, Lifestyles Editor
March 15, 2010
While learning vocabulary about keeping a healthy lifestyle, Senor Brian Reed’s 1st Hour did some aerobic exercises to get pumped up. The Spanish 3 classes did a “spicy” Latin dance exercise called Zumba. Sophomore Morgan Schaper participated in the routine. “It was fun to... Read More
Canned Food Drive kicks off March 1
Mia Schenone, Online Student Life Editor
March 1, 2010
During Rockwood Reading Week, March 1-5, Lafayette has paired up with Operation Food Search (OFS) to launch a school-wide canned food drive themed “FEED BEFORE YOU READ.” Students are encouraged to donate non-perishable food items through a variety of incentive opportunities like the elimination... Read More
Lady Gaga isn’t as crazy as she seems
Mia Schenone, Online Lifestyle Editor
February 17, 2010
When people think of the notorious Lady Gaga, they usually think of her crazy wardrobe, songs and obsession with fame. But Gaga isn’t bad crazy, not Britany Spears crazy. Yet she’s the type of crazy that goes down in history. She will be placed next to Monroe, Warhol and Madonna for her... Read More
Olympics: More than a sports competition
Mia Schenone, Online Lifestlye Editor
February 17, 2010
It happens once every two years. It’s extravagant event, when the world seems to disregard its troubles and focus on the ones chasing their dreams. This three-week vacation is known as the Olympics. During the competition citizens of the world partakes is many winter or summer sports.... Read More
Don’t have a date? A Valentine’s Day Survival Guide:
Mia Schenone, Lifestyles Co-editor
February 8, 2010
Your Valentine’s Day can be just as fulfilling as others’ in relationships. To make it through Feb. 14 with a smile, follow these seven steps. Surround yourself with your best girl/guy friends who are single as well. That way you can laugh together about how you don’t have to be on your... Read More
‘Shoeman’ collects donations to aid countries in need
Mia Schenone, Online Student Life Editor
February 1, 2010
“I don’t want your money, just your soles. Your shoe soles that is!” This is the saying of George Hutchings, better known as The Shoeman. The Veteran, Vietnam Marine has been collecting shoes since 1998 in order to raise money to drill wells for the poor people of Kenya. It all started... Read More