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The Body Positivity movement has been around for years, yet why can I only find three different styles of dresses, while say a smaller girl has more than half the store to choose from? Instead of finding the ‘perfect’ one, it comes down to just finding one that fits and hasn’t been bought by someone in the school already.

Panicking over plus-size prom

Kaylie Donahue, Magazine Chief | March 22, 2022

When you're a size 18 in a sea of zeros, the prom experience can be more than a little daunting.  The prom dress. Arguably one of the most important attires in high school, along with being a magical...

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The three different stages of celebrating Saint Patrick's Day.

Saint Patrick’s Day, a holiday to not remember

Abby Foley, Executive Features Editor | March 16, 2022

Saint Patrick's Day goes from fun, to boring, to fun again. You go from believing a leprechaun came to your house, to not even remembering the day exists, and then when you’re an adult, you get to...

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Editorials represent the opinion of the Lancer Spirit Editorial Board.

We’re over it, underclassmen

This editorial was originally published in the Jan/Feb issue of the Lancer Spirit Magazine.
Editorial Staff | March 7, 2022

It’s expected that incoming freshmen will have some adjusting to do since you’re not used to the culture of our high school. However, the problem is you’re not adjusting. Instead, it’s like you...

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Elective classes will be canceled if students don't sign up.

Elective classes will be canceled if students don’t sign up.

Editorial Board | February 23, 2022

Low student numbers means canceled classes, so if you haven't completed your course selection, the time is now. Otherwise, you might miss your chance to take the variety of elective classes available...

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Be responsible and respectful to your classmates before returning to school when sick

Students are taking a vacation, but viruses are not

Audrey DeAngelis, Assistant Editor in Chief | February 22, 2022

As February vacation approaches and families plan their winter getaways, we need to remember that although you are taking a vacation, viruses are not.  If you are traveling via airplane, especially...

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Seniors have the ability to choose between a white or a blue graduation gown.

Blue or white: your gown color doesn’t define you

Ethan Green, Reporter | February 18, 2022

It’s well known among seniors that class reps members and advisers proposed a change to the colors for the graduating class’s caps and gowns. The change was supposed to be all students wearing blue,...

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Getting through the hallways during the five-minute passing time can be tough--especially if you encounter one of the people described here.

One of these people has probably made you late to class.

Emma Desrosiers and Jillian Mazzola | February 14, 2022

Walk. Stop. Go around. Stop to gawk in shock. Bump. Trip. Sigh. Walk again. Forget gym class–just getting to class each day can be an obstacle course on its own. Those five minutes between classes...

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Now move on to Valentine’s Day.  Commercialism Part Two. The origin of Valentine’s Day has many variations. Most include tales of St. Valentine and differ by various religions. But all lead to where we are today, with February 14th representing a day to express our affections all in the name of St. Valentine.  

The joy of gift giving

Noah Malcolm and Sarah Tsetsilas | February 14, 2022

In case you haven't picked up a gift for your special someone yet take a look at this article for some ideas! 2022 is finally upon us!  The calendar has flipped.  The days are getting longer.  Spring...

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Life360 is an app parents can use to track their children's phone, check their speed, and collect other data

Life360: Asset? (Or pain in the asset?)

Justin Pike, Reporter | February 10, 2022

When we turn 16, we all look forward to getting our license. The freedom of being able to go wherever you please without having to get your parents to drive you. But what if you couldn’t do any of those...

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Students without parking passes are overcrowding the LHS main lot. The tow truck has been busy ever since the start of second semester.

Driving is a privilege, not a right

Natalie Karlson, Design Editor | January 31, 2022

It is finally happening, students’ cars are being towed from the main lot. You may have assumed it was an empty threat; however Mr. Mazzone has finally put his foot down. It is confirmed that the students’...

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Respecting others' pronouns is not a difficult thing to do

“They” matter too: respecting pronouns is not difficult

Audrey DeAngelis, Assistant Editor in Chief | January 20, 2022

The LGBTQ+ community has faced a lot of challenges throughout the last few decades. With the rise of social media and news coverage on such debates, the scrutiny has risen and caused even more problems...

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Stress piles up and only worsens when your work schedule is out of order. It is necessary to set specific boundaries around scheduling so both the employer and employee are on the same page.

Calling out everybody’s shifts

Brooke Silvia, Reporter | January 14, 2022

Teenagers are oftentimes viewed as lazy and uncommitted when in reality, we are simply tired. We have to balance six hours of school five days a week, plus sports, clubs, family, friends, and work. It’s...

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