Olivia Strelevitz is a senior at Ledyard High School. She is known for being a varsity swimmer, as well as for her volunteerism. She will continue her education at Southern Connecticut University, and will be pursuing a career in education. The Colonel: What do you do outside of school? Strelevitz: I swim for my… Read More Senior Spotlight: Olivia Strelevitz
Nathan Hale is regarded as a local hero, having been born in Coventry, CT in 1755. Hale was a teacher up until he joined the Continental army to fight for the fledgling United States. Hale earned his “fame” when he volunteered for an espionage and intelligence-gathering mission to the British-occupied New York City. He was… Read More Why Nathan Hale is Overrated
Taking standardized tests can be a very stressful experience for some people. However, there’s no need to fret about it. Here are some tips that will help prepare students for the SAT. Take Practice Tests Practice tests can be very helpful so that students can become familiar with the layout of the SAT.… Read More How to Prepare for the SAT
The month of madness is coming faster than you think, and what’s a better thing to do in March than fill out a bracket of what 64 college basketball teams will make it far in the tournament and be able to call themselves national champions? For those who don’t know what the March Madness tournament… Read More March Madness
A to LHS Music Pasta Dinner The LHS music pasta dinner has been an annual affair for at least twenty years. This year, the pasta dinner featured performances from Select, Chamber, Final Cut, Acabellas, Premier, Jazz Band, and Wind Orchestra. The night was enjoyed by many LHS music supporters with good food and good music.… Read More February As and Fs
People are always forgetting tasks that they need to accomplish. Sure, they can write them down in their phone or another electronic device, but then they’ll end up mindlessly browsing for hours and forgetting what they have to do. Well, there’s a new method that can help people organize their lives in a creative way.… Read More Bullet Journaling: The New Organization Method
The Super Bowl has been an American tradition for as long as anyone can remember. Every year, families and friends get together with each other to watch the highly anticipated game of the season and indulge in fan-favorite foods, including (but not limited to) chicken wings, potato skins, pizza, and anything else fried or… Read More Fan-Favorite: Super Bowl Commercials!
Here at “The Colonel” there is a lot of frustration created by the fact that there have not been any snow days. Although snow days could add a few days on to the end of the school year, LHS students and staff are looking for a much needed day to catch up on sleep and… Read More Snow Day Activity Ideas!
After a long 13 years of not having gymnastics at Ledyard High, it’s back! This winter, Ledyard High has three girls competing against other schools in different gymnastics events at ABC Shoreline Gymnastics. Juniors Abby Millbach and Lexi Laperle join forces with senior Mikayla Fors, as they work hard and are dedicated to represent Ledyard… Read More They’re Back!
It’s the middle of winter and forecasts are shifty around this time of year. Kids and parents are both searching for their school’s name to go across the bottom of the TV on the weather channel. Delays and closings are mainly expected throughout the months of December, January, and February. So what is there to… Read More Got Snow? Have a Movie Marathon at Home!
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