LHS Band Benefit at Surf Dogs Grill
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
April 20, 2012
This Sunday, April 22, Surf Dogs Grill & Key Lime Pie Co. will be hosting a benefit for the Lafayette Band. From 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., the restaurant will be serving specialty “Dogs,” Burgers and Sandwiches and their specialty Key Lime Pie. Surf Dogs Grill will also be offering music... Read More
2012-2013 Class Officers
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
April 18, 2012
Sophomore President: Kathrine Trout Vice President: Lauren Hackmiller Secretary: Jack Rogan Treasurer: Lillian Wu Junior President: Jenna Williams Vice President: Keena Patel Secretary: Eimi Harris Treasurer: Madeline Rose Senior President: LeAnna Cates Vice President: Meghan Laarman Secretary:... Read More
The book to cure your Hunger Games pain
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
April 9, 2012
Hunger Games is the latest young adult trilogy to capture audiences. And because it isn’t just about a dreamy vampire and hunky werewolf, Hunger Games appeals to everyone; young, old, male, female. And if you’re like me, you had a hard time closing Mockingjay after reading the last page... Read More
‘Hunger Games’ Glazes Details
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
March 26, 2012
It’s 3 a.m. on the morning of the much-anticipated Hunger Games midnight premier, and I sit unmoved by what I have seen of the movie adaption of Suzanne Collins’ best selling trilogy. I am unmoved because I was addicted to The Hunger Games before it hit the silver screen—which explains... Read More
As Seen in the March 15 Image
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
March 15, 2012
March 15, 2012 Print Edition Second Generation Lancers (p. 7) Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter KELSEY CLAYMAN AND JIM CLAYMAN Biggest Change at LHS: Clayman names several changes Lafayette has gone through, including the old Crestview location, the school previously only housing grades 10-12,... Read More
Five Questions with soon-to-be D1, Ivy League athlete
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
February 29, 2012
During a time where several high school seniors are busy perfecting their ACT scores or choosing between colleges, senior Kelsey Clayman has signed to play soccer at the prestigious Harvard University. lhsimage.com asks Clayman what it’s like to face the pressure of deciding your future while... Read More
“The Vow” serves as mediocre romance
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
February 15, 2012
It was something I had written on my calendar for months. It was something I planned a date night around. And it was something I expected to be excellent, starring arguably the two most notable romance actors—Channing Tatum (Leo) and Rachel McAdams (Paige). The Vow turned out to be mediocre,... Read More
‘Man on a Ledge’ provides decent thrill
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
February 7, 2012
After recovering from my personal upset of The Grey, I decided to give Man on a Ledge a chance. The plot surrounds Nick Cassidy, ex-cop (Sam Worthington) turned fugitive after being set up by businessman and monarch diamond owner (Ed Harris). After escaping from prison, Cassidy checks into... Read More
Facebook Timeline: 5 Things You Should Know
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
February 2, 2012
Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg has announced that the previously optional Timeline feature will become permanent for users over the next few weeks. The Timeline feature will create a more visual method of viewing user pictures and status updates; everything a user has posted since the public... Read More
The Peabody Opera House produces Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
December 9, 2011
On Dec. 6, I was fortunate enough to attend the dress rehearsal of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas at the newly restored Peabody Opera House. As the host of Peabody Energy’s Christmas Party, my family and many other employers’ close ones gathered to celebrate the holidays... Read More
Breaking Dawn: Part I experience
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
November 21, 2011
There are few words to describe how “twi-hards” feel about the Twilight Series; however, fans find their own unique ways to show their affection for Edward or Jacob. I set up camp in the front of the premier line for Breaking Dawn: Part I at the Wehrenberg Chesterfield Galaxy Theater at... Read More
Five Lafayette seniors sign for college athletics
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
November 17, 2011
Kelsey Clayman – Women’s Soccer – Harvard University “I’m so happy my hard work played off and I’m looking forward to continuing this sport.” Will DuPont – Baseball – Mississippi State University “It’s an exciting moment.” Abby Finder - Volleyball –... Read More
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare release has expected response, unexpected problems
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
November 14, 2011
On Tuesday, Nov. 8 Call of Duty: (COD) Modern Warfare 3 (MW3) was released. While the hype, the long lines and the all-nighters surrounding the release were well anticipated, the backfire was not. With the release of MW3 came the introduction of Elite, which can be seen as a social site in... Read More
Canned Food Drive Goal Set at 50,000
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
November 8, 2011
The canned food drive kicked off Oct. 29 and will last until Nov. 18. Lafayette has set their goal at 50,000 cans for the annual tradition. Students will bring their cans to their language arts classes; the winning class will receive a pizza party. Jean Peter’s 3rd Hour Senior Literature... Read More
Norfleet competes at MSHSAA golf championship
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
October 24, 2011
For the first time in her high school career, four year Lafayette golfer senior Claire Norfleet represented her school at the 2011 girls golf Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) State Championship on Oct. 17-18. “It was a great opportunity to be able to represent my... Read More
Norfleet qualifies for golf State Championship
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
October 7, 2011
On Wednesday, Oct. 5, the Lady Lancer golf team competed at Sectionals. Senior Claire Norfleet was the only member of the group to advance to the MSHSAA (Missouri State High School Activities Association) State Finals to be held on Oct. 16-17. In 2009, the Lafayette girl’s golf team advanced... Read More
Lady Lancer golf wins Conference title
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
September 22, 2011
Three lettering members returned for the 2011 golf season, including seniors Claire Norfleet, Maddie Van House and junior Ashton Goldammer. At the Lindbergh Invitational, senior Claire Norfleet medaled for the team. The team placed first overall. On Wednesday, Sept. 21, the team won the Conference... Read More
New changes to standards-based grading system impact classroom
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
September 14, 2011
As students and teachers ease back into their routine for the 2011-2012 school year, many changes have taken affect at Lafayette from the parking lot to the classroom. One change in particular is reflected in the grade book. After being updated last March, the new policies to the standards-based... Read More
Boys track takes first in Henle Holmes Invitational
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
April 18, 2011
On April 14 and 15, the Lafayette boys track team competed in the Henle Holmes Invitational at Parkway Central. Chris Caldwell and Chris Orange both qualified for the finals in the 110 hurdle race on April 14. Eliot Montgomery placed third overall in the long jump. Jimmy DeStefano took third... Read More
Boys track starts off season with high placements
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
April 11, 2011
Opening up the season, the Lafayette varsity boys track team won a Tri-Meet with Parkway Central and Pattonville. This past Saturday, the varsity boys fell short by two points to Marquette in the Suburban West Conference Relays. However, the junior varsity team placed first overall. According... Read More
Amnesty International raises awarness of social issues
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
April 6, 2011
The Lafayette Amnesty International group, started in 2006 by a group of students, aims to raise awareness about international social issues. According to “What is Amnesty International at LHS?” the group organizes events such as concerts, guest speakers, educational campaigns, and write-a-thons... Read More
Symphonic Orchestra ranked sixth in United States
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
March 28, 2011
The Symphonic Orchestra was ranked sixth in the United States at this year’s National Orchestra Festival in Kansas City on March 18. The festival is known as one of the most prestigious in the nation, hosted by the American String Teachers Association. Orchestra member junior Sarah Park noted... Read More
Scott Allen awarded Suburban West Coach of the Year
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
March 15, 2011
Lafayette boys basketball head coach Scott Allen has been awarded the Suburban West Coach of the Year award for the teams 7-1 Conference record. He is the co-recipient of this award with Nick Traxler of Oakville high school. Allen started coaching as a Graduate Assistant at Lindenwood University... Read More
St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund uses recently awarded $35 million for Youth Help Line
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
March 2, 2011
St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund, Behavioral Health Response and Youth In Need (YIN) launched a new program on Oct. 7. The hotline is funded by the St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund which was recently awarded $35 million to 44 local nonprofit and government agencies. Over... Read More
Coach Marty Margalski named Teacher of the Year
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
February 24, 2011
Physical education teacher Marty Margalski, known as “Coach Ski,” will be presented with the Teacher of the Year award at the 2011 Academic Pep Assembly. Margalski is known among his colleagues for his hard work and dedication. Head football coach and physical education teacher Boyd Manne... Read More
Breakdown St. Louis conveys meaningful message
Sydnee Stottlemyre, Reporter
February 21, 2011
The Breakdown St. Louis STAR meeting on Feb. 18, had a clear message of abstinence which was conveyed through dance, music, multi-media, inspirational speaking and acting. Speaker Sam Hand shared his life story about the struggles his wife and him faced when learning to forgive one another... Read More