Starting the end of the last school year, many Ledyard teachers adapted to using various social media platforms as a new way to connect with their students. Twitter has been the most popular within Ledyard faculty. James Wisniewski, a science teacher at LHS, shared why he joined Twitter, “I thought it would be a good… Read More Twitter Fever
Savannah Houdeshell, Staff Writer Freshman Savannah Houdeshell is a staff writer for the 2015-2016 Colonel. She participates in Operation Smile and is on the soccer team.
Here’s what you missed if you weren’t sitting on the sidelines these past three weeks: Football started the season off with two consecutive shut outs — 37-0 against the Stonington Bears and a 21-0 win over Cranston East. Key senior returnees are quarterback Ty Ebdon, Justin Carter and Luke Saccone. They travel to Canamella Field… Read More Sports Recap
As another B Day rolls around the corner, students will drag themselves to their desks to start off the morning. For Junior Edith Palomino, her morning experience is similar, but one major aspect of her routine is quite different: she will be surrounded by seniors. Palomino is the only junior enrolled in the college level… Read More Stepping Outside a Comfort Zone
It’s commonly thought that level one students have easier access to Advanced Placement courses, but that isn’t necessarily true. Prerequisites exist, such as the required B- in both Biology and Civics needed to take AP Psychology, but they aren’t completely needed. Waivers can be signed, and anyone can take the course if they adamantly want… Read More AP Restrictions
As an old pair of running shoes are tossed in the closet, sophomore Peter Cronin turns to the water. Cronin started his new athletic career during the summer of 2011, after being diagnosed with a hip disease, perthes, fully impairing him from participating in any high-impact activities. The newly-restricted athlete considered sailing a simple alternative,… Read More Time to Sail, Not Run
A to ½ days: Pretty much half of anything is a good thing, unless it’s a cookie. Thank you to the teachers who stick out the Professional Development meetings! B to school lunch: Oh, Chartwells. Some people like you, some people don’t. We do love the fast service though! C to student Wi-Fi: You’re iffy.… Read More October 2 Report Card
Samantha Barnes, Social Media Editor Senior Samantha Barnes is the Social Media Editor of the 2015-2016 Colonel. She is the secretary of Student Congress and competitively horseback rides
Megan Brawner, Editor in Chief Senior Megan Brawner is the Editor-in-Chief of the 2015-2016 Colonel. She is the captain of the cross country team and runs Indoor and Outdoor Track. She participates in Youth United for Global Action and Awareness (YUGA) Club and is the secretary of the Senior Class. She is the Editor of… Read More The Ledyard Marching Band
On Oct. 3, the Chamber Choir will be hosting the first ever comedian hypnotist show in the Ledyard High auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Jim Spinnato has performed in comedy clubs, community programs, cooperative events and stage shows for more than 20 years. The show features material that can range from G- rated to R- rated.… Read More Ledyard Prepares for Comedy Show
