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LEDYARD HIGH SCHOOL / LEDYARD, CT

Category: SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

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

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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

March 20, 2019March 20, 2019 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Move over Forrest, Ben’s giving you a Run for your money

Senior Ben Vajdos ran across New Hampshire the weekend of September 14, 15 and 16 as part of a charity event to give back to the community that has given him so much. Before the race, Vajdos was approached to discuss this. Q– Why are you running across New Hampshire? A– Well, I work for… Read More Move over Forrest, Ben’s giving you a Run for your money

October 4, 2018 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

The Man, The Myth, The Legend, The Teacher of the Year!

Many of you know him, whether it be from having him as a teacher in AP Chemistry, AP Physics, Environmental Science or from being on the annual ski trip and going down the mountain with him. Scott Woodruff was named Teacher of the Year for 2017, and he definitely deserves it. While Mr. Woodruff is… Read More The Man, The Myth, The Legend, The Teacher of the Year!

December 1, 2017 The Colonel News1 Comment

Student Spotlight: Kenneth Turner

Junior Kenneth (Ken) Turner is new to the game of soccer. For the first two years of Turner’s athletic career at LHS, he has been a three-sport athlete. This year, however, he decided to take a step back from football and try soccer. This was all very new to him, since he has always been… Read More Student Spotlight: Kenneth Turner

October 16, 2017 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

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