Mystery Senior Revealed!
Last week’s Mystery Senior was… Mia Starling!
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An Abridged History of Halloween
Every year on October 31, many people of all ages and across nations dress up for Halloween. The holiday has ancient roots and has evolved much to form the modern-day version. So, where did it start? Around 0 CE, in western and central Europe, the Celts, a polytheistic pagan culture, celebrated Samhain. Samhain was a… Read More An Abridged History of Halloween
Fall Movie Favorites
Some of the best fall memories are made on a foggy morning with a warm drink in hand. The scent of fallen leaves fills the room where your cozy couch is. A fall-themed blanket sits on your lap, keeping you warm against the chilled autumn air. The hardest choice to make is what movie to… Read More Fall Movie Favorites
Sweater Weather Adventures
Grab your flannel and boots! It’s time to celebrate the magic of fall with these unforgettable events! The air is crisp, the leaves are turning, the calendar is packed with things like pumpkin picking, cider mill, and last, but certainly not least, Fright Fest at Six Flags! From the smell of cider to the flaky… Read More Sweater Weather Adventures
Behind the Scenes of Ledyard Music
On the surface, the Ledyard High School music program looks like any other. There are polished concerts in the auditorium, a competitive marching band with color guard, and halftime shows that energize home football games. To the casual observer, everything appears smooth and effortless. But behind the scenes is a world most people never see,… Read More Behind the Scenes of Ledyard Music
The Secret Rituals of LHS Sports
Before the lights come on, before the whistles blow, and before the crowd fills the stands, Ledyard athletes are already locked into the field. What most people don’t see are the small traditions and secret rituals that happen behind the scenes–moments that might look simple to an outsider but mean everything to the players who… Read More The Secret Rituals of LHS Sports
The Secret To Ben Crowe’s Success
While most soccer players blast hype music before a big game, senior Ben Crowe takes a different approach. Crowe puts on his headphones and listens to the sounds of nature, such as falling rain and thunderstorms. Crowe says what inspired him to listen to that kind of music was because it puts him in a… Read More The Secret To Ben Crowe’s Success
Secret to Balancing the Books and the Game
Being a varsity athlete means learning how to balance long practices, heavy schoolwork, and the pressure to perform in competition. For many students, that balance is as tough as the sport itself. Four varsity athletes shared how they make it work, and their answers show that balance comes from discipline, small routines, and learning from… Read More Secret to Balancing the Books and the Game
The Best Things About Being a Senior
Seniors in high school are obviously always excited for the end of the school year. After all, the end of their school year means no more getting up at 5 or 6 in the morning, no more classwork, and no more being in a place they don’t want to be in for seven hours of… Read More The Best Things About Being a Senior
Who’s the Mystery Senior?
Once a week for the last 5 weeks of school an article called, “Who’s the Mystery Senior?” will be published. It contains facts/information about ONE senior from the Ledyard 2025 class. In the comments below the article, you are asked to guess who the senior is, and the week after, that senior will be revealed. … Read More Who’s the Mystery Senior?
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