During the warmer weather, laying out in the sun with a good book is a must. Here are some romantic novels to get swept up in this month. “Things We Know by Heart” by Jessi Kirby Quinn Sullivan’s boyfriend, Trent, died in a car crash. Quinn decides to find those that received his organs to… Read More May Book Recommendations
Netflix original 13 Reasons Why, based off the 2011 novel of the same name, was released over spring break. The 13 episode series follows Hannah Baker, a teenage student who commits suicide after her 13 struggles in high school. The show has caused multiple debates about whether this is something that teenagers across the nation… Read More 13 Reasons Why & Why Not
Ledyard’s subtle improvements have not gone unnoticed. Between the upgraded police station and the new light posts, Ledyard Center has gone through many renovations this past year. But the biggest change is yet to come. This September, the community will have a pool and tennis courts added to the mix. Thames Aquatic Club, owned and… Read More Ledyard’s Newest Addition
Dear Seniors, The end of the year is coming up fast, which means the only thing that is on our minds is the next chapter in our lives, making high school seem more and more unimportant. Even though senioritis is spreading like wildfire, we have to make our last days count. Here is all of… Read More A Reminder to Seniors
Seasonal allergies are an issue that affects more than 3 million people in the U.S. every year, and though it may seem like a minor inconvenience, people with allergies know that it is a very, very serious vexation. This article, readers, is my ode to people with seasonal allergies. Enjoy! “Are you Ok!?”: Okay, no.… Read More 12 Things Only People with Seasonal Allergies Will Understand
Learning about a person’s place in the environment is an important part of growing up, especially as a student at First Leaps Together in Ledyard Center. First Leaps is a local preschool owned by resident Krista Bordeleau. The school was opened in September 2014 and a new addition was just added in December, allowing for… Read More Remember Your Roots: Ledyard Alumni Help Town Youth Commemorate Earth Day
A to the freshly painted stairwell doors: It’s about time LHS started looking like LHS…as far as our color scheme goes. We needed more blue around here, not that nasty New London green. A to senior superlatives: Clearly the most important awards that are given throughout a student’s high school career. No one wants to… Read More April Report Card
Dexter (2006-2013) Dexter follows Miami-based blood splatter analyst and sociopath Dexter Morgan as he identifies and murders the vile criminals that law enforcement has failed to capture. The show realistically captures Dexter’s attempts to conceal and protect his identity both as a serial killer and as an emotionless shell of what a regular person might… Read More Shows That Deserve a Comeback
Junior Class Roving Exemptions Go Extinct POPS Cancelled Tighter Restrictions for Colonels Fagan Reborn Senior Prom Moves Down the Hall No More Snapchat? Cosmetic Contraband Junior Charles Crain to Appear on Jeopardy! Kicking Her Way Into Sophomore Year The Hunt is On Quidditch Sweeps Into LHS Strolls Stopped For Good Be careful what you read… Read More Fake News!
Even though Ledyard Girls’ Varsity Basketball is coming to an end, the spotlight on Seniors Moriya Phillips and Johnay Burns will forever shine. Both young ladies gathered family members to walk the court and put their hearts into one more game to take the win from Woodstock Academy. With the score being 57-46, these young… Read More Athletes of the Month: Johnay Burns and Moriya Phillips
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