The Colonel: What after school activities are you involved in? Alec: I am involved in about three after school activities. Civil Air Patrol, which is an Air Force Auxiliary, nonprofit, in short is a military version of boy scouts, but has missions, aerospace education, cadet programs, and emergency services. I am also currently in the… Read More Alec DeAndrade
This month, we asked freshmen Colonels some differences between middle school and high school. Check out these new faces in the hallways! Sam Barnes, Social Media Editor
The smell of fried dough is the first thing that hits your senses when you walk into the Ledyard Fair. The bright might make you flinch at first, but eventually you adjust. The whirring rides and games may distract you, but if you make your way past the lights and noises that surround you, you can… Read More A Weekend of Fundraising
Morning Meeting, homeroom, and advisory. A time to stockpile cans for the NHS food drive or run to a quick guidance meeting. A time to scribble out the answers to the homework you forgot was assigned or snapchat the friend down the hall that’s just as bored as you are. A time to… Read More Lengthening Lunchtime by Missing Morning Meeting
The Colonel decided to ask seniors to give advice to the new freshman. See what the veterans had to say! Megan Brawner, Editor in Chief
Minutes before their auditions, returning drama students and first-timers alike read over their scripts and shake off the ever-present jitters. As Hayley Proctor, stage manager of this year’s upcoming production of “The Curious Savage,” summons students onstage, the others await with a combination of contagious enthusiasm and dull nervousness. Seasoned veterans, juniors Amanda King and… Read More At the Heart of All Drama Members
As the year came to a close last June, it continued to be a struggle for teachers to reel in their student’s attention. However, one department at Ledyard High School turned to outside sources to bring a new perspective to understanding terms learned throughout the year and inspiration about possible careers. Olivia Mercadante, a public… Read More Planning Ahead
This month, we ask Colonels, “Which senior will you miss the most?” Find out what your fellow classmates said in June’s Roving issue!
In this month’s Athlete of the Month, the Colonel is covering lacrosse player, Leslie Dunn! Find out who her biggest inspirations and more!
Pro: Although final exams are stressful, and so many at one time can leave students up at midnight trying to cram for multiple tests, these exams do serve a purpose, ultimately beneficial to teachers and students. Final exams should continue to be utilized in a school setting. The first reason final exams are beneficial is… Read More Final Exams: Pro Con
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