April Roving
The Colonel Staff
Author: The Colonel News
The Colonel is Ledyard High School's award-winning news magazine, serving as the student voice of LHS for almost 50 years.
The Story Behind the Missing Black North Face Jacket
It was a cold January afternoon when the halls of Ledyard High School witnessed an unspeakable act; an act that many would deny even happened. It was the day a black North Face jacket disappeared. “I noticed something different about the atmosphere,” senior Karina Zhao said. “I was aware of the missing jacket that morning… Read More The Story Behind the Missing Black North Face Jacket
Godspell to Premiere on Broadway
The city is known for never sleeping and now Ledyard’s Godspell cast will be too. The cast will be in New York this summer for the premiere of their musical and will be traveling across the United States for tours and live TV performances. “It feels amazing. A dream come true for everyone in the… Read More Godspell to Premiere on Broadway
Trump to Speak at Ledyard Graduation
This June, America’s most talked-about candidate of the 2016 presidential election, Donald Trump, will be talking to the senior class about “How to Make America Great Again” after their high school careers come to an end. Trump will be educating the Class of 2016 on many important issues occurring across the country right now. One… Read More Trump to Speak at Ledyard Graduation
From French Class to the Cheer Squad
There was a time when all teachers were students. The teachers walked through school hallways toting a large stack of textbooks and binders. While they were students, many of them participated in sports. World Language teacher Mme. Sylvestre was no different. In fact, she was a member of her school’s cheer squad. Now, Sylvestre says… Read More From French Class to the Cheer Squad
Lambert Strike
In reaction to the loss of Evan Lambert, the previous women’s chorus instructor, Ledyard’s largest choir has decided to go on strike right before the biggest concert of the year: POPS. The new women’s chorus teacher, Rebecca Pacuk, 21, is fresh out of The Hart School of Music. Pacuk’s young age has made her a… Read More Lambert Strike
Take Your Parent to School Day
Every kid remembers being fascinated with their parents’ job. Dressing up in their clothes and shoes ten times too big and prancing around the house with a purse or a briefcase pretending to go to work. Little kids live for take your kid to work day, the day they go to peek into their parents’… Read More Take Your Parent to School Day
Freshman to Attend Olympic Trials in June
For freshman Olivia Strelevitz swimming is more than just a sport, it’s a lifestyle. Her dedication and work ethic have now earned her a spot at the 2016 USA Olympic Trials in Omaha, Neb. on June 26. “I thought I could only dream about making it this far in my swimming career, but having my… Read More Freshman to Attend Olympic Trials in June
Water Bottle Fillers Become Voice Activated
Earlier in the year Student Congress helped raise money to fund the water bottle fillers by selling Ledyard water bottles for eight dollars. Many feel that the high-end luxury of not having to hold your water bottle as it fills up couldn’t get any better, but it just did. Starting on , April 10, all… Read More Water Bottle Fillers Become Voice Activated
Starbucks Vending Machine to be Installed in LHS
Great news students! The wait is finally over and everyone’s dream is coming true. There will be a Starbucks vending machine installed in the school. “The Starbucks vending machine is going in the cafeteria with hot and cold drinks. It will be open during the school day to all students and staff,” custodian Craig Sylvester… Read More Starbucks Vending Machine to be Installed in LHS
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