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  • April 7Drama Club auditions for Spring Theatre Night are today and Thursday April 10th starting at 2:30PM.
  • April 7Prom tickets will be on sale after school in room 221 on Tuesday (4/8), Thursday (4/10), and Friday (4/11).
  • March 25PTSO Meeting: April 8
  • March 25Grades Close: April 7
  • March 25Robotics Competition- NE Champs (4/2-4/5)
  • March 25Elementary School STEM Night: April 1 at 6:00pm
  • March 25LHS Button Making: March 25
  • March 25The Science National Honor Society Chapter Meeting: Friday, March 28
  • March 25What’s Next Fair 3/26
  • March 25Project M Training: 3/27 During D Period
The student news site of Londonderry High School

Lancer Spirit Online

The student news site of Londonderry High School

Lancer Spirit Online

The student news site of Londonderry High School

Lancer Spirit Online

Alisha Khalil

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief

Senior Alisha Khalil has been on staff for 3 years. Starting as a reporter her sophomore year, she is now The Lancer Spirit’s Online Chief, Political Analyst, and News Editor. She started The Lancer Spirit‘s first Political news column. In her free time, Alisha enjoys making coffee and listening to music.

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Organized by senior Nick Hamel, Play It Forward is a drive which helps to provide sports gear for the community. The sports drive will be held on Sunday, May 7 from 4-6 pm at the LHS Gym entrance.

Third annual Play It Forward drive to be held this Sunday

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | May 5, 2023

The third annual Play It Forward drive is fast approaching. The sports donation drive is scheduled for Sunday, May 7 from 4 to 6 pm at the LHS Gym Entrance. To participate in the drive and possibly...

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LMS is fundraising to bring clean water to Southern Sudan after reading Sue Parks' novel, A Long Walk to Water.

LMS raises money to bring clean water to Southern Sudan

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 23, 2023

Moved by Sue Parks’ novel A Long Walk to Water, LMS Monsoons as long as the rest of the school are working to raise mooney to bring wells and clean water to Southern Sudan.  “We read A Long Walk...

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LHS Student Council puts together a variety of spirit day themes for LHS prior to spring break.

Student Council puts together a variety of themes for spring spirit week

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 17, 2023

The following themes are for each spirit week day prior to the spring pep rally and spring break:  Monday: PJ Day Get out your bathrobes and pajama pants! Tuesday: Dress like a Teacher/Student...

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Blue Star Lancers launch their Purple-Up campaign in support of LHS military families and troops.

Blue Star Lancers launch their Purple-Up campaign

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 11, 2023

To help raise awareness of the challenges faced by military children, the Blue Star Lancers of LHS are participating in Purple-Up! Month. As part of their campaign, the Blue Star Lancers ask Lancers...

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LHS Class of 2023 to host the long awaited LHS Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 16, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Class of 2023 to host the LHS Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 5, 2023

The LHS Easter Egg Hunt event is scheduled for Saturday, April 8 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and is limited to those 12 years old and under. There is no entry fee for the event, however, donations are welcome. Easter...

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After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, Lancer Nation brings back its LHS Hall of Fame Inductee Dinner.

LHS Hall of Fame Inductee Dinner returns after hiatus

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | March 30, 2023

After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, Lancer Nation is bringing back the Londonderry High School Hall of Fame Dinner. The dinner is scheduled for Saturday, April 1, 2023 in the cafeteria. Doors open...

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Londonderry's orchestra community to come together tonight to put on a combined performance for the community.

Londonderry’s orchestra community to string together a musical performance

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | March 21, 2023

The time for the annual Londonderry District Strings Festival has arrived. Today, Tuesday, March 21, 2022, North, South, Matthew Thorton, LMS, and Londonderry High School’s orchestras will come together...

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This booth for Granite State Respect Week will be up during all lunches this week.

Granite State Respect Week starts Monday 2/13

Granite State Respect Week is starting this week here at LHS and will be running from Monday, February 13 to Friday, February 17. This week is meant to educate students on healthy relationships and how...

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Unified Basketball walks on to the Pep rally stage.

LHS Unified Basketball faces Bedford Bulldogs

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | February 7, 2023

Pack the stands and cheer on LHS's Unified Basketball team as they face off against the Bedford Bulldogs in the first round of the NHIAA tournament! The game will begin at 3 p.m. in the LHS gymnasium. Be...

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LHS Drama Club to put on Broadway's My Fair Lady musical from February 16-18.

LHS Drama Club introduces Broadway’s My Fair Lady musical

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 31, 2023

Londonderry High School presents famous Broadway musical, My Fair Lady. The musical is based on Pygmalion, a play written by George Bernard Shaw.  The play will take place at the Derry Opera House...

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The Lancer Spirit begins its prep work for one of the most coveted senior events: Mr. LHS. There is an informational meeting for Mr. LHS auditions on Monday, February 6.

Auditions are now open for Mr. LHS

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 24, 2023

The time has come for the most coveted event of senior year: Mr. LHS.  The Lancer Spirit is holding auditions for this year’s Mr. LHS show. There will be an informational meeting on Monday, February...

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NH’s ‘Divisive Concepts’ law faces an uncertain future following the NH ACLU’s lawsuit being allowed to move forward in court.

NH’s ‘Divisive Concepts’ law faces an uncertain future following the NH ACLU’s lawsuit being allowed to move forward in court

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 17, 2023

Serving as quite the blow to NH House Republicans’ agenda, the U.S. District Court of New Hampshire ruled in favor of moving forward a lawsuit brought by the ACLU of New Hampshire and teachers unions...

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Mu alpha Theta hosts a 'Finals Week Five Guys' Fundraiser to help support their club activities.

Mu Alpha Theta hosts food fundraising event at Five Guys 

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 17, 2023

The Londonderry Chapter of the National Math Honor Society, better known as “Mu Alpha Theta”, is hosting a fundraiser at the Derry, NH location of Five Guys today. The fundraiser will last from 11...

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The Londonderry Marching band performs in the annual Old Home's Day parade along Mammoth Road.

Londonderry Marching Band is invited to perform abroad

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 10, 2023

The Londonderry Marching Lancers, a world-renowned marching band, is once again taking their music abroad.  The Londonderry Marching Band has been invited to several Rose Bowl parades and has even...

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LHS alumni Hannah Ellis donates her hair during the Day of Giving on January 10, 2020.

Day of Giving to be held on Friday, January 6

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 3, 2023

After two years of disruption due to COVID-19, the Lancer Pep Rally Team is hosting their annual “Day of Giving” on Friday, January 6 in the gym where all LHS students will be able to view the event.   The...

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LHS Student Council coordinates Spirit Week and themes for students to follow for Mack Plaque week.

Upcoming spring spirit week days 12/19-12/22

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | December 15, 2022

As winter break approaches, LHS is getting ready to introduce the winter season Varsity sports teams at the annual winter Pep Rally. LHS Student Council has voted for the upcoming spring spirit weekdays.  All...

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LHS Winter Track hosts a fundraiser to support the Shurtleff family following Mrs. Shurtleff's recent leukemia diagnosis.

LHS Winter Track runs to support the Shurtleffs

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | December 8, 2022

The LHS Winter Track and Field team is hosting a “Run, Jump, Throw-Athon” to help support Consumer and Family Science teacher Shannon Shurtleff, who was recently diagnosed with leukemia. The objective...

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DNC strips N.H. of its first-in-the-nation primary, however N.H. officials from both side of the aisle are pushing back against the decision.

NH officials fight for NH’s first-in-the-nation primary

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | December 2, 2022

The Rules and Bylaws Committee of the Democratic National Committee voted to strip New Hampshire of its first-in-the-nation presidential primary today, Friday, December 2, 2022.  Backed by President...

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LHS Student Council to host their annual craft fair on Saturday, November 19, 2022 from 9 am to 3 pm.

Annual LHS craft fair to be held on Saturday, Nov. 19

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | November 16, 2022

LHS Student Council is hosting their annual LHS Craft Fair this Saturday, November 19 from 9am to 3pm in the main lobby and cafeteria. The Craft Fair is a community event, benefitting local artists...

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The National 2022 Midterm Election is taking place Tuesday, November 8 at the LHS Gym. If you are eligible to vote, vote!

2022 Midterm Election to be held Tuesday, Nov. 8

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | November 8, 2022

The National 2022 Midterm Election will take place tomorrow, Tuesday, November 8. Races in New Hampshire will be closely followed throughout the country due to it being a swing state. In this highly contentious...

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New LED lights are being installed to replace old fluorescent bulbs throughout the Londonderry School District

Schools install new LED lights throughout all buildings

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | November 4, 2022

After decades of fluorescent lights being used throughout the Londonderry School District, new LED lights are being installed in all schools. Over the past several years, the district had been considering...

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Student IDs are to be visible at all times at LHS starting Monday, November 7, 2022.

Student IDs must be visible starting Monday, Nov. 7

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | November 2, 2022

In an effort to increase safety and security at LHS, the Londonderry School District and LHS administration is mandating that student IDs must be visible on students every day. This mandate begins on Monday,...

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The Veteran's Breakfast is back after a two-year hiatus and will be hosted by LHS's Pay it Forward club.

LHS Veterans Breakfast is back after a two-year hiatus

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | October 31, 2022

After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 restrictions, the annual Veterans Breakfast hosted by LHS is officially back. The breakfast will take place on Saturday, November 5 in the LHS Cafeteria. House...

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LHS Community Service Club to host their second annual "LHS Walks for ALS" in association with the ALS Association on October, 23, 2022.

LHS Community Service Club to host their second annual ‘LHS Walks for ALS’ on 10/23

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | October 18, 2022

The LHS Community Service Club is partnering with the ALS Association to host its second annual “LHS Walks for ALS” on Sunday, October 23 from 9:45 a.m.-11:30 a.m. at the LHS track.  There is no...

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LHS Drama Club to present their annual "Haunted Woods" show starting the evening of October 18 through October 20.

LHS Drama Club to present their opening “Haunted Woods” show tomorrow night

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | October 17, 2022

The LHS Drama Department is hosting its annual “Haunted Woods” show starting October 18 to October 20, 2022, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Londonderry Town Commons. The show used to take place...

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The PSAT administered by the College Board will take place on Wednesday, September 12, 2022.

PSAT scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 12

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | October 10, 2022

PSAT day is approaching fast. The test is scheduled for Wednesday, October 12. The test will begin at 7:30 a.m. and is expected to end by 11:30 a.m. Each student taking the PSATs is assigned to a specific...

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The class of 2023 will be holding an LHS fall apparel fundraiser closing on October 10 at midnight.

Class of 2023 fall apparel fundraiser

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | October 3, 2022

The class of 2023 will be selling LHS fall apparel online from September 26 until October 10 at midnight. The apparel consists of an array of tote bags, sweatshirts, jackets, blankets, vests, and beanies.  All...

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This picture showcases the four hoodie colors/designs available for purchase to support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Junior Myleigh Brennan relaunches the “Mariposas for Morgynne” fundraiser

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | September 27, 2022

To raise awareness regarding suicide prevention, as well as honor Morgynne Sevigny, junior Myleigh Brennan is reorganizing the “Mariposas for Morgynne” fundraiser. Brennan will be selling hoodies in...

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The Lancer Spirit is deeply saddened by the passing of beloved LHS English teacher, Corrine Murphy. She will forever be in our hearts and will be deeply missed by all.

Remembering Ms. Murphy

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | September 21, 2022

The Lancer Spirit is deeply saddened to hear that Ms. Murphy has passed. Murph was one of the most kindhearted, strong and influential people to represent Lancer Nation. If you’d like to share a fond...

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Londonderry School District to hold an informational event regarding new ALICE training.

Londonderry school district to hold an ALICE informational night

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | September 19, 2022

The Londonderry School District will be holding an informational night regarding the new ALICE training.  The event will take place on Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 6 p.m. in the LHS gymnasium.  Parents...

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New ALICE training is now being implemented in all Londonderry schools within the school district.

No more huddling in corners. During crises, staff to implement ALICE training.

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | September 19, 2022

Following school safety concerns across the country, all Londonderry schools that are part of the Londonderry School District are now proceeding with ALICE training for their staff and students. “Over...

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LHS Student Council coordinates Spirit Week and themes for students to follow for Mack Plaque week.

Upcoming spirit week days for Mack Plaque 2022

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | September 16, 2022

Mack Plaque is back! Below are the following themes are for each spirit week day:   Monday: PJ Day Get out your bathrobes and pajama pants!   Tuesday: TWOSday- Famous Duo Day Grab...

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Londonderry Town Primary is scheduled for tomorrow, September 13, 2022.

Londonderry Town Primary to take place on September 13, 2022

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | September 12, 2022

Londonderry Town Primary is scheduled for tomorrow, September 13, 2022. Polls are open from 6:00am to 8:00pm in the Londonderry High School Gym. You must be registered to vote. N.H. does allow same...

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Homecoming at LHS is back after a two-year hiatus. The dance will be held Saturday, September 17th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the LHS Gymnasium.

LHS Student Council to host Homecoming after a two-year hiatus

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | September 9, 2022

The LHS Student Council is bringing back the anticipated Homecoming Dance this year. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 17 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the LHS Gymnasium. Tickets are 10...

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Senior Spirit Week is coming up soon. Listed above and in the article are the themes for each day.

Upcoming SENIOR spirit week 5/31-6/3

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | May 30, 2022

As seniors prepare to say goodbye to LHS, the class of 2022 officers have decided to have a senior spirit week to celebrate their last week at LHS.   This weeklong event is reserved only for seniors.  All...

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The LHS bell schedule is adjusted to accommodate for the Lancers Speak Up event.

Bell schedule for Lancers Speak Up Day

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | May 24, 2022

The Bell Schedule for Lancer Speak Up Day is as follows:   A- 7:20 - 7:45 (25 minutes) B- 7:50 - 8:15 (25 minutes) C- 8:20 - 8:45 (25 minutes) D- 11:50 - 12:15 (25 minutes) E- 12:20...

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The first ever Lancers Speak Up Day is tomorrow. April 25, 2022.

Lancers Speak Up Day

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | May 24, 2022

Lancers Speak Up Day is scheduled for tomorrow, April 24, 2022, from 8:50 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Lancers Speak Up is a student created movement “for the students by the students”, which helps to raise...

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Lancer Spirit editors put down their pens and pick up some new dance moves at Prom 2022.

LHS Prom 2022 Video

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | May 17, 2022

Click here to watch the official LHS Prom 2022 video on LSO's YouTube channel!

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SNHS is holding its ceremony on Friday, April 13 at 7 p.m. in the LHS Gym.

The Science National Honor Society’s induction ceremony is approaching

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | May 12, 2022

The Science National Honor Society 's induction ceremony is scheduled for Friday, April 13, 2022, at 7 p.m. in the LHS Gym. The suggested arrival time between 6:30 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Officers will be...

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A majority draft obtained by Politico reveals that as of February 2022, the Court plans on striking down Roe v. Wade in favor of Mississippi's 18 week abortion ban law.

Reproductive rights hang in the balance

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | May 5, 2022

Women’s access to reproductive healthcare is at risk after 50 years of protection under the Supreme Court’s ruling of Roe v. Wade in 1973. Back in December of 2021, the Supreme Court heard Dobbs...

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U.S. House Representative Ann Kuster of N.H. is sanctioned by Russia.

N.H. Representative Ann Kuster sanctioned by Russia

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 18, 2022

Representative Ann McLean Kuster, the U.S. House Representative for New Hampshire’s second district (includes Londonderry), which encompasses most of Western New Hampshire, has been sanctioned by Russian...

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President Biden returns to N.H. tomorrow to discuss infrastructure investments.

President Joe Biden to visit New Hampshire tomorrow, April 19, 2022

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 18, 2022

U.S. President Joe Biden will return to visit New Hampshire tomorrow, April 19, 2022, after his visit to Woodstock, N.H. in November where he promoted the benefits of the $1.2 trillion infrastructure package...

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LHS Student Council coordinates Spirit Week and themes for students to follow prior to spring break.

Upcoming spring spirit week days 4/18-12/22

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 18, 2022

As spring break approaches, LHS is getting ready to introduce the spring season Varsity sports teams at the annual Spring Pep Rally. LHS’s Executive Council, composed of Student Council board members...

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Class of 2024 hosts a Easter basket raffle during Easter week. The last day to buy tickets is today.

LHS Class of 2024 hosts Easter basket raffle 

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 14, 2022

Easter is on its way. As such, the Class of 2024 is hosting an Easter Basket Raffle. The last day to buy tickets is today, Thursday, April 14. Tickets can be purchased during lunches, or ask a 2024...

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LHS Drama Club to put on Disney's Freaky Friday musical from April 14-16.

The LHS Drama Club introduces Disney’s Freaky Friday musical

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 11, 2022

Londonderry High School presents Disney’s new musical, Freaky Friday. The musical is based on the novel, Freaky Friday by Mary Rodgers. The play will take place at the Derry Opera House on the...

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International Club volunteer Michael Pitts adds a sticker to LHS Physics teacher Anthony Cariello's passport after visiting the Italian setup.

Londonderry community attends LHS International Festival

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 10, 2022

[foogallery id="36669"] LHS’s International Club hosted the annual LHS International Festival on April 9, 2022, which ran from 10a.m. to 2p.m.  At the event, there were several tables with information...

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LHS International Club to host an International Festival this Saturday, April 9.

LHS International Club to host an International Festival

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 6, 2022

Updated as of 12:43 p.m. on Thursday, April 7, 2022 The location of the festival has changed. The International Festival hosted by the LHS International Club has now been moved to the Londonderry Middle...

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LHS Class of 2023 to host the long awaited LHS Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 16, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Class of 2023 to host the LHS Easter Egg Hunt after a two-year hiatus

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 4, 2022

The LHS Easter Egg Hunt event is scheduled for Saturday, April 16 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and is limited to those 12 years old and under.  There is no entry fee for the event, however, donations are...

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LHS's Main Guidance and Future's Lab will be hosting a Career Fair on March 30, 2022, during all lunches.

Main Guidance and Future’s Lab to host a career fair

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | March 29, 2022

Main Guidance and the Future’s Lab will be hosting a Career Fair tomorrow, Wednesday, March 29, during all lunches.  According to an email sent out by LHS Admin Assistant Michelle Broadhurst, there...

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The boys' bathroom in the Upper 600's is one of the many bathrooms closed, with the exception of those in the 200's, due to recent reports of vandalism.

Bathrooms close due to second vandalism occurrence

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | March 28, 2022

Updated as of 12:46 p.m. on Thursday, April 7, 2022 New bathroom closures and reopenings The mens' bathrooms in the 100's are closed. The rest of the bathrooms at LHS remain open for use.    Posted...

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Prom ticket sales are approaching

Prom ticket sales are approaching

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | March 25, 2022

It is officially prom season! With that means prom ticket sales. Tickets this year are 80 dollars and will only be sold after school in the cafeteria on the following dates:   Monday, March...

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The March SAT at LHS is scheduled for Wednesday, March 23, 2022 and will be administered digitally.

Upcoming SAT is scheduled for Wednesday, March 23

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | March 15, 2022

The SAT, administered by the N.H. Department of Education, will be taking place on Wednesday, March 23 from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  Students with accommodations will take their test over a period...

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U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan of N.H. has introduced a bill to the U.S. Senate to add mental health workers to schools.

U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan of N.H. introduces bill to add mental health workers to schools

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | March 9, 2022

On Monday, February 7, Senator Maggie Hassan introduced a bill to the U.S. Senate which advocates for the addition of mental health workers in schools. Under this bill, states would receive federal grants...

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LHS's Green Council is hosting a thrift fair on Saturday, February 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  to help reduce clothing waste and to benefit the New Horizons Soup Kitchen.

LHS Green Council’s thrift fair is on Saturday, February 26

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | February 23, 2022

The LHS Green Council Club will be hosting a thrift fair on Saturday, February 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the LHS Cafeteria. All clothes at the fair will be priced at five dollars or under.  LHS...

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The Day of Giving is a  ceremony held each year at LHS. It's a day to commemorate the generosity of the Londonderry community as well as a way to support those who volunteered to donate their hair to help make wigs for those with cancer .

Day of Giving is scheduled for Friday, February 18

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | February 17, 2022

After multiple postponements due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Lancer Pep Rally Team is hosting the annual Day of Giving on Friday, February 18. Only seniors will be allowed to view this event in the gym....

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The class of 2023 will be holding an LHS spring apparel fundraiser closing on February 28 at midnight.

Class of 2023 spring apparel fundraiser

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | February 11, 2022

The class of 2023 will be selling LHS winter apparel online from February 11 until February 28 at midnight. The apparel consists of an array of jackets, joggers, flannel pants, and a Nike gym bag.  All...

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LHS lifts its mask mandate, reinstating the original mask optional policy.

LHS reinstates its mask optional policy after weeks of a mask mandate

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | February 8, 2022

LHS has lifted its mask mandate and is once again implementing a “mask-optional” policy.  Following weeks of meetings, the school board drafted a revised plan to accommodate a mask-optional policy. In...

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Londonderry Town Manager Kevin Smite resigns to enter the N.H. GOP primary for U.S. Senate.

Londonderry Town Manager Kevin Smith resigns in pursuit of a U.S. Senate seat

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 18, 2022

LHS graduate and football announcer Kevin Smith resigned from his position as Londonderry Town Manager on Monday, January 11 to join the G.O.P. primary for U.S. Senate. Smith was hired to be the town manager...

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N.H. unions sue the state over concerns regarding the vague language of the “Right to Freedom from Discrimination in Public Workplaces and Education” Act.

N.H. state teachers unions sue over law restricting the teaching of ‘Divisive Concepts’ in classes 

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 18, 2022

The American Federation of Teachers’ New Hampshire (AFTNH) affiliate filed a lawsuit against the state of New Hampshire  in December. The lawsuit filed took aim at New Hampshire’s state law, the “Right...

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The Londonderry school district is waiting for N.H. Department of Health and Safety's new COVID-19 guidelines following the updated recommendations made by the CDC.

Chief Medical Officer relays her personal advice in regards to COVID-19 surge

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 12, 2022

Updated at 3:44 p.m. on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 Healthcare worker gives her professional advice regarding the surge in cases in N.H.   Following the return of students and staff from holiday...

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School doors will now remain closed in between class periods as an extra safety measure.

Exterior doors will now remained closed in between classes

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 11, 2022

On Thursday, LHS Resource Officer Mike Tufo emailed students to notify them of regarding the exterior doors, effective immediately.  According to the email, “the exterior doors to the high school...

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The Londonderry school district is waiting for N.H. Department of Health and Safety's new COVID-19 guidelines following the updated recommendations made by the CDC.

NH Department of Health and Safety releases updated COVID-19 guidelines

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 10, 2022

Posted at 12:58 p.m. on Monday, January 10, 2022 New Hampshire Department of Health and Safety has released updated COVID-19 guidelines.   The Londonderry School District has cleared around...

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The Londonderry school district is waiting for N.H. Department of Health and Safety's new COVID-19 guidelines following the updated recommendations made by the CDC.

Londonderry School District informs parents of future changes to COVID-19 guidelines

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 7, 2022

Posted at 12:45 p.m. on Friday, January 7, 2022 Londonderry School District informs parents of future changes to COVID-19 guidelines following the release of the New Hampshire Department of Health and...

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The Londonderry school district is waiting for N.H. Department of Health and Safety's new COVID-19 guidelines following the updated recommendations made by the CDC.

Change in COVID-19 policies are pending for the Londonderry school district

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 6, 2022

Posted at 10:24 p.m. on Thursday, January 6, 2022 On Monday December 27, the CDC released updated guidelines with regards to quarantine lengths for the general population. The CDC shortened the recommended...

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Brennan relaunches the "Mariposas for Morgynne" fundraiser to raise funds for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Sophomore Myleigh Brennan relaunches fundraiser in honor of Morgynne Sevigny

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 6, 2022

Updated at 7:23 p.m. on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 Updated link to purchase a sweatshirt or make a contribution. To honor Morgynne Sevigny, Brennan organized a fundraiser last fall in which all funds...

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LHS's Futures Lab will be hosting guest speaker Jennifer Landon on Friday, January 14th to share information regarding trade careers.

Guest speaker Jennifer Landon to host an informational event at LHS on January 14

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | January 4, 2022

The Futures Lab is hosting guest speaker, Jennifer Landon, to answer any questions students may have regarding a career in trades. Landon will offer resources and information to students who attend.  The...

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Ending the season long debate: which is better, real or fake trees?

Real tree

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | December 23, 2021

Fall has come to a close and the next thing on everyone's minds is Christmas. People can not wait to get into the Christmas spirit by baking gourmet treats, making hot drinks, and most importantly, decorating...

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LHS will implement capstones this year in place of finals as part of a continuous transition from traditional assessments to competency based assessments.

All you need to know about the upcoming capstones

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | December 21, 2021

As the end of the semester approaches, students and staff are still uncertain about the requirements regarding final “assessments”.  LHS has used “finals'' in the past to assess students on what...

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"30 for 30" Raffle ends Wednesday.

LHS hosts “30 for 30” Raffle in support of the Londonderry community

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | December 20, 2021

LHS Community Counselor Kate Roche is organizing the “30 for 30” raffle to provide families with gift cards to Market Basket to help support Londonderry families over winter break.  The long stretch...

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Moms of Liberty N.H. offers a $500 bounty to the first person who reports a teacher caught discussing "divisive topics" in class amidst a heated national debate regarding its place in school curriculums.

Local conservative offers $500 bounty to N.H. residents, citizens who report teachers caught discussing “divisive topics”

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | December 17, 2021

Currently the N.H. State House is controlled by the Republican Party, which has taken measures to restrict topics regarding race in U.S. history classes in N.H. The N.H. GOP passed the “Right to Freedom...

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LHS 2021 Winter Spirit Week schedule.

Upcoming winter spirit week days 12/20-12/23

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | December 16, 2021

Updated as of 9:50 p.m. on Monday, December 20, 2021 **Guidelines for Wednesday's "Anything But a Backpack Day" have been announced by Mr. Parent As winter break approaches, LHS is getting ready to...

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This poster printed out and distributed by the LHS Yearbook Club details the dates and times for seniors to review their yearbook pictures and message submissions.

SENIORS: The final deadline to go over the yearbook is approaching

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | December 15, 2021

To review your senior portrait, quote, and club submissions, head to Room 407 between B and H period on the following days:  Thursday, December 16 Monday, December 20 Tuesday, December 21 After...

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Santa prepares to arrive in Londonderry on Saturday with Mrs. Claus and Head Elf.

Santa comes to Londonderry this weekend

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | December 2, 2021

Santa is on his way to tour Londonderry on Saturday, December 5 so he can prepare for the big day!  The tour will begin at Hunter Mill Way at 1:30 pm and will end at 4:30 pm in the Home Depot Parking...

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Members of the NH community arrive at LHS to shop for an array of assorted goods.

NH community attends LHS craft fair

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | November 22, 2021

[foogallery id="35062"] Student Council hosted the annual LHS Craft Fair on November 20, 2021 which ran from 9am to 3pm. Masks were required for entry.  Over 50 vendors attended, selling a variety...

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Student Council hosts the annual LHS Craft Fair on November 20, 2021.

Annual LHS craft fair will be held on 11/20

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | November 19, 2021

LHS Student Council is hosting their annual LHS Craft Fair this Saturday, November 18 from 9am to 3pm. The Craft Fair is a community event, benefitting local artists as well as LHS clubs. Anyone who...

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Protestors carry signs to show their disapproval of the mask mandate.

Residents, students protest new mask mandate

Andrew Macpherson and Alisha Khalil | November 18, 2021

[foogallery id="34995"] Photos by Gianna Siracuse A group of protesters gathered outside Londonderry High School on November 15, 2021, off school grounds to protest the revised mask mandate. The...

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Revised universal mask mandate at LHS

Revised universal mask mandate at LHS

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | November 16, 2021

Due to substantial community spread of COVID-19 in Londonderry, the School Board voted 3-2 on a motion to require masks for all schools at the most recent meeting on November 9, 2021. School Board Chair...

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Sathvik Manam adheres to the new schoolwide mask mandate.

Universal Masking in LHS from 11/2 to 11/11

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | November 2, 2021

A COVID-19 cluster was identified at LHS on Thursday, October 28th, resulting in universal masking from Tuesday, November 2 to Wednesday, November 11.  According to an email sent out by Mr. Parent...

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The Prism Concert on October 30 is an annual LHS music department fundraiser.

LHS annual Prism concert set for Saturday, October 30

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | October 27, 2021

Prism is an event in which the LHS Orchestra, Chamber Choir, Jazz Ensemble, and individual performers showcase their talents. The event consists of two concerts, with the first starting at 3pm and the...

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LHS Student Council and Class of 2024 are holding a "Scary Movie Night" on October 28.

Scary movie night at LHS

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | October 27, 2021

LHS Student Council along with the Class of 2024 will be putting together a “Scary Movie Night” on October 28. The event starts at 4:30pm outside the cafeteria (underneath the outdoor tent), where...

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Moms of Liberty N.H. offers a $500 bounty to the first person who reports a teacher caught discussing "divisive topics" in class amidst a heated national debate regarding its place in school curriculums.

“Unruly” anti-vaccine protestors force postponement of N.H. Executive Council meeting

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | October 5, 2021

A New Hampshire Executive meeting was disrupted Wednesday [9/29] morning due to a crowd of disruptive protestors. State officials were escorted after citing concerns of personal safety. The meeting...

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Kaylie Donahue adheres to the new schoolwide mask mandate.

Universal mask mandate starts today until Oct. 12

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | October 4, 2021

Updated as of 1:05 p.m. on Thursday, October 14, 2021 Universal mask mandate extended until October 18  As a result of a fifth positive COVID-19 result that was connected to the cluster at LHS, the...

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New Hampshire prepares to house incoming Afghan refugees arriving “any day”

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | October 1, 2021

Afghan civilians and evacuees fleeing following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan and Taliban takeover are expected to arrive in N.H. and M.A. by the end of the month. Evacuees and refugees will...

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Mrs. Anderson poses for a picture at her work station where she taught her students about different types of baking chocolates in class.

Jennifer Anderson, family science

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | September 27, 2021

Lancer Nation is excited to welcome Family Science teacher, Mrs. Anderson, to the Londonderry community.  Despite this year being Anderson's first year of teaching in a classroom, she has twenty years...

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Due to the pep rally being canceled last Friday, Spirit Week has been extended.

Upcoming spirit days for the week of 9/27/21

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | September 26, 2021

Following the cancellation of the Pep Rally due to inclement weather, Pep Rally Aides with full support from Student Council, has announced that LHS will have two extra spirit days this upcoming Monday...

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Bathrooms like the upper 600's have been closed until further notice. Notes were placed infront of each bathroom informing the students of the vandalization, and advising students to use another bathroom.

Selected bathrooms closed due to vandalism

Alisha Khalil and Courtney Clark | September 14, 2021

Updated as of 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 Admin identifies students responsible for vandalism  Earlier this week, acts closely resembling the “devious lick” TikTok trend took place...

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The Blue Star Lancers want to send packages to troops with connections to students and staff at LHS

School board meeting addresses back to school policies

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | September 8, 2021

As Londonderry schools resume session after summer break, the school board reconvened to brief parents on opening day events and procedures that were carried out throughout the first week of school. At...

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Moms of Liberty N.H. offers a $500 bounty to the first person who reports a teacher caught discussing "divisive topics" in class amidst a heated national debate regarding its place in school curriculums.

The fight to bring Democracy to Cuba and to save it in the United States

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | August 9, 2021

#SOSCuba and “Live Free or Die”. Two different phrases with one common objective: Democracy is always worth the fight. After the Cuban Revolution led by Fidel Castro in 1959, Communism was introduced...

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Senior Amara Cote,  performs at a jazz ensemble concert in January 2021. Cote plays the trumpet as part of the LHS jazz ensemble and is currently the main Trumpet Section Leader in band.

Senior Amara Cote makes a name for herself in the Londonderry community

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | May 13, 2021

Spirit, kindness and drive are three factors that make a student a star Lancer, and senior Amara Cote has proven she is just that with all she has done throughout her time at LHS. Cote is president...

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America stands divided on a number of political issues, which creates unnecessary conflict and hostility within the country.

Students have more civility than politicians? That needs to change.

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | May 4, 2021

Dear U.S. Politicians, If I can engage with another student who has different views than me, why is it that people almost three times my age fail to do so? Before all else, students know that they are...

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Chen snaps a picture of her Easter-themed bunny and chick crochets to put online on her Etsy shop. These crochets are a few of the many she sells.

Sophomore Aika Chen finds her “sparkling” passion during quarantine

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | April 12, 2021

Tackling the black hole of free time during quarantine this past year, sophomore Aika Chen began a new chapter for herself. When the world went still, many people did not know what to do with themselves....

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Bella Bouchard attends a Bernie Sanders rally on December 10, 2019. Bouchard attended this event to support Sanders, her ideal candidate.

Senior speaks out about activism

Alisha Khalil, Online Chief | February 5, 2021

After George Floyd’s death, senior Bella Bouchard could no longer stay quiet. Bouchard felt it was “imperative” to start speaking out about issues facing the world. As a result of her decision to...

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