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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
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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

Catie Brown

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Catie is a senior, and has been part of the Lancer Spirit Staff for three years. Her interests in writing and photography are what drove her to begin. She also plays volleyball, tennis, and rock climbs in her spare time.

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Senior Katia Chylinksi is a dedicated track and field athlete, and strives to pursue her extracurricular passions while simultaneously managing her time as a full time VLACS student.

Senior Katia Chylinski set to graduate with over 60 college credits

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | May 8, 2023

To graduate from LHS, students are required to obtain 24 credits prior to graduation. For some students, fulfilling those 24 is completely satisfactory. But for others, like senior Katia Chylinski, they...

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Empowering films to end off women’s history month

Empowering films to end off women’s history month

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | March 22, 2023

The month of March marks a reminder to celebrate the milestones of women who come from all walks of life. Whether it’s through personal research, or through raising awareness, recognizing the significance...

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Nick (Kit Connor) and Charlie (Joe Locke) on the Heartstopper poster. The series Heartstopper is available as a webcomic on Webtoon, as a graphic novel in stores such as Barnes and Nobel and Walmart, and as a series on Netflix.

Heartstopper: the best show to watch during the month of February (whether you’re single or not)

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | February 11, 2023

Countless coming-of-age romance films are spewed out of film production studios every single year. Unfortunately, no matter the plot, or the array of actors, these kinds of productions always end up revolving...

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LHS Lancers selected as seven of the top young musicians in New Hampshire

LHS Lancers selected as seven of the top young musicians in New Hampshire

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | January 13, 2023

NH All-State auditions came to a close in Nov. 2022. Naturally, with the prospect of Holiday break ahead, during this time, a substantial weight was lifted off of hundreds of students’ shoulders. And,...

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Matzker products are handmade; she offers bracelets, rings, earrings, and necklaces on her Instagram account, @LHS_Jewelry

Junior Saffron Matzker bejewels her community through her inclusive small business

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | November 30, 2022

After a long, exhausting day of school, practice, and extracurriculars, it’s inevitable that students and staff alike will want to surrender to the comforts of a soft couch, or a cushioned chair. However,...

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Nathan Gaw, Athletic Director

Nathan Gaw, Athletic Director

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | November 9, 2022

While it may be Nathan Gaw’s first year working in Londonderry High School’s Athletic Department, he’s always been a Lancer.  “I’m a proud alumni of this school,” Gaw said. “This...

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Noelle Lambert takes flight, and dives down deep in the Survivor '43' episode three challenge.

Noelle Lambert aims to “outwit, outplay, and outlast” her competition on Survivor

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | November 3, 2022

How could LHS staff, students, and Londonderry natives ever forget alumni Noelle Lambert, and her memorable journey of overcoming injury, setting a new American record in the Paralympic 100-meter dash....

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Messages like these are scattered across vending machines at LHS, encouraging Lancers to contact the Dining Department directly if they face any issues with vending machines.

New Dining Service Director addresses concerns about scarcity of working vending machines

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | October 20, 2022

Staff and students alike regularly venture to the school vending machines for midday or afternoon snacks. However, for the past few weeks, their individual expeditions around the building have been taking...

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Miller gains a sense of achievement when doing what she loves, and said that she spends “hours upon hours a week” at the sewing machine.

Junior Sophia Miller’s journey towards discovering her passion for design

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | June 2, 2022

Discovering something you're passionate about is often a more demanding process than it appears in books and movies. Unlike what's displayed in these sources of entertainment, this process can take years,...

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Maintaining a consistent sleep schedule can be difficult when you have a busy schedule, but it's important nonetheless.

Lancers share their questionable sleep schedules

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | March 17, 2022

If you have a busy schedule, sleep can be a difficult thing to make time for. It might seem constructive to sacrifice those hours to study for an upcoming test, or to finish a homework assignment. But...

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Comet is happiest with his toys by his side, and senior Phoebe Bartlett said that he can’t even fall asleep if they “aren’t lined up behind him”

Lancers share their appreciation for their adorable companions

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | February 15, 2022

Whether they're furry, scaly, or covered in feathers, pets can play major positive roles in people’s lives. They can provide emotional support, comfort, and also teach valuable lessons. If you ask me,...

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Sophomore Amara Williams said that Wildcat Fall’s “natural beauty” made it “worth the time I spent there.”

Time friendly alternatives to hiking the Appalachian Trail

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | January 11, 2022

Sure, hiking the Appalachian Trail would be an escapade no one would ever forget. But in reality, no one has the time to walk 2,190 miles. Besides, who wants to travel that far when there are opportunities...

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Sophomore Mackenzie Gainey's favorite ornament is the African symbol of eternal family, because it reminds her of her father who works in the army, and represents that her that her family will "be together forever."

Lancers share memories behind their favorite Christmas ornaments

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | December 7, 2021

The holiday season brims with memories; the cherished, even the unpleasant. And some of these memories are preserved through ornaments hanging on a Christmas tree. Here are the tales behind some Lancer’s...

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As the sun sets on the beach, Millis dances to the sound of crashing waves against the sand. “Music isn’t the only thing you can dance to,” Millis said.

Senior Alea Millis dances love, joy and passion

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | November 15, 2021

The bell sounds, signaling the end of H period, and she breathes out a sigh, that isn’t of relief. She picks up her backpack and makes a beeline towards the classroom door, while her mind is busy organizing...

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After putting the finishing touches on the cake, Tamanaha brings the dessert to a wedding.

An enjoyable process and an even more enjoyable result

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | October 5, 2021

Think back to your kindergarten years. Imagine it’s your birthday, the day where you saunter around class handing out homemade treats to your peers, feeling like the most powerful kid in the world. Now...

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Heidi Havron’s favorite moments of teaching are when “students who think ‘I’m bad at math’ realize they are quite capable, and go on to challenge themselves.”

Heidi Havron, math

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | September 27, 2021

After nine years at Manchester MST High School, Heidi Havron is ready to spend her tenth year of teaching at LHS; and she’s started the school year with much intent.  “My goal this year is to acclimate...

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Ms. Brophy, new Math teacher at LHS, hopes to share her “passion for math with students with students who don’t always like it.”

Angela Brophy, math

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | September 27, 2021

This year, Londonderry High School is honored to welcome Ms. Angela Brophy to its math department; and Brophy is starting the new school year with many goals for the future.  “I hope to become part...

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Life isn't always about the big moments--the birthdays or the milestones. It's the small things that make life as beautiful as it is.

The little things that make life worth living

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | May 17, 2021

A seemingly perfect life isn’t always the happiest. Waking up in silk pajamas to sunshine and a homemade breakfast every morning doesn’t guarantee that positive emotions will radiate from you throughout...

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Freshman Michaela Horan sits at the piano, focusing her attention on composing her next piece of music. Having been writing since she young, Horan feels that her music is the best expression of herself.

Freshman Michaela Horan uses the arts to express her emotions

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | March 2, 2021

Freshman Michaela Horan’s once peaceful slumber is disrupted by her own thoughts. Her eyes snap open, and she sits up, suddenly wide awake with her fingers itching to write down her sudden inspiration.  Her...

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It's easy to spend hours on devices every day, but it's important to find moderation and balance.

Screen time: when enough is enough

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | February 3, 2021

Remember what life was like years ago? When kids would spend nearly all day outside in the fresh air?   In the summer they’d go running in the sprinklers, not caring about the eventual annoyance...

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