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THE COLONEL NEWSMAGAZINE

LEDYARD HIGH SCHOOL / LEDYARD, CT

Category: SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

Senior Softball Sensation: Aaliyah Amidon

Aaliyah Amidon has been on the Ledyard High School softball team for four years. She will be continuing her softball career at the University of New Haven next year. We interviewed Aaliyah about this year’s season and how she feels about moving on from Ledyard. Tell me a little about this season, what the team’s… Read More Senior Softball Sensation: Aaliyah Amidon

June 9, 2022 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Senior Spotlight: Angel Spears-Johnson

Senior Angel Spears-Johnson (from left, fourth in seated on the couch) is easily one of the most encouraging and positive students within the four walls of Ledyard High School. Angel has faced more challenges and adversity than many of us will experience in a lifetime, but despite this, she was able to turn everything negative… Read More Senior Spotlight: Angel Spears-Johnson

April 13, 2022 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Student Spotlight: Isabella Rowan

Isabella (Izzy) Rowan is a junior class officer, along with being involved in multiple other clubs and activities. She is a dedicated mother to her dog Dublin, and could often be found listening to Taylor Swift or watching movies with her mom. Outside of school, Izzy also is a beloved employee of the Commissary where… Read More Student Spotlight: Isabella Rowan

March 23, 2022 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Senior Spotlight: Ayden Harris

Senior Ayden Harris is a perfect example of what a hardworking, kind, and intelligent LHS student looks like. He is an advocate and isn’t afraid to speak out and stand up for his beliefs. Not only is Ayden involved in multiple school activities, but he also works and manages to spend time with his friends… Read More Senior Spotlight: Ayden Harris

March 15, 2022 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Senior Spotlight: Camara Hodges

Camara Hodges is an accomplished and hardworking senior who can be found watching Disney movies at any given point in the day (or maybe even visiting Disney once again). She is known for being level-headed, reliable, and thoughtful by her friends and family.  Q: What do you plan on doing after high school?  A: “Most… Read More Senior Spotlight: Camara Hodges

March 2, 2022 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Senior Spotlight: Alexia Geronimo

It is young women like Alexia “Lexie” Geronimo who will truly make a difference in our world and represent powerful female minds. When thinking of a hardworking individual who works in the STEM field, many will think of a male. This is easily because women only make up 27% of STEM workers and are usually… Read More Senior Spotlight: Alexia Geronimo

December 14, 2021 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Senior Spotlight: Danniella Batty

Senior Daniella “Dani” Batty has been an important part of Ledyard’s Marching Band since she was five years old. Whether it was from being a musician in middle and high school or even helping when her brother was in marching band (2009-2013), Dani has always had a love for band.  Dani is seen by her… Read More Senior Spotlight: Danniella Batty

November 19, 2021December 2, 2021 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Senior Spotlight: Savannah Houdeshell

Savannah Houdeshell is an accomplished scholar, leader, and athlete at Ledyard High. The Colonel: What clubs are you involved in here at Ledyard High? Houdeshell: I’m the president of both the National Honor Society and Operation Smile, and I also help organize and run events for Cupcakes and Causes. The Colonel: We heard that you… Read More Senior Spotlight: Savannah Houdeshell

April 29, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Senior Spotlight: Sara Tomis

Sara Tomis is a dedicated member of Ledyard High School’s agri-science program, and is our school’s secretary of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) The Colonel: What activities are you involved in? Tomis: I do 4-H and am part of the 4-H fair board. I am the secretary of the Future Farmers of America, and… Read More Senior Spotlight: Sara Tomis

April 23, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Senior Spotlight: Olivia Strelevitz

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

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The Colonel Newspaper was launched in 1973 by the late Ledyard High School teacher Lance Rockefeller.

In the 2014-15 school year, the newspaper shifted to an online platform and transformed into The Colonel Newsmagazine.

The newsmagazine is run by Ledyard High School's Journalistic Publications I & II.

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