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The student news site of Londonderry High School

Lancer Spirit Online

The student news site of Londonderry High School

Lancer Spirit Online

Isabella McCutcheon

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief

When she isn’t making lattes at O’Sheas or editing a feature article, Isabella can be seen with her adorable German short-hair pointer, Sawyer. She spends most of her time at Big Buddies, doing crafts, and working on her upcoming senior project. Isabella is friendly, hardworking, and loves to make people laugh.

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Students walk through the halls during their "in-school" day.

Survival guide for hybrid learning

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | January 21, 2021

After nearly two long months of remote learning, LHS is finally making the switch back into the hybrid learning style. Although many people are excited about the change, that isn’t the case for everyone....

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View of this year's display. The display will be open for viewing until around New Year's with no definite closing date determined.

Londonderry resident hosts animated light display

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | December 23, 2020

In August, most people are probably sitting by a pool and enjoying their summer. However, Londonderry resident Brendan Sevin already has Christmas on his mind.  For the past five years, Sevin has put...

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With LHS' new rule on cameras, if your teacher prefers your camera to be on, just turn it on. It may not be ideal, but we are in the middle of a pandemic, so really none of this is.

Why cut the cameras?

Having your camera on during your Google Meet isn't that big of a deal.
Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | November 23, 2020

So, it’s official. Starting Monday, Nov. 23, LHS will be completely remote until the end of January. The announcement has left teachers scrambling to plan their lessons while students also try to prepare...

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Cafeteria staff member Laura Francis gives out the pre-order meals for the E period lunch. Every lunch is packaged with the name of the student on the bag, making it easy for people to find their meals.

Cafeteria introduces new lunch pre-ordering system

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | October 28, 2020

The LHS Dining Services has officially opened up their new pre-ordering system, allowing students to place their lunch orders before their lunch period.  “We are one of the first district’s...

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Mrs. Broadhurst

Mrs. Broadhurst

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | October 2, 2020

Making the jump from being surrounded by adorable kindergarteners to hundreds of teenagers would be a daunting task for anyone. With that said, Mrs. Broadhurst is ready to take on this very challenge in...

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Mrs. Sanborn and her 2019-2020 team gathering for a photo following a cross country meet.

Girl’s Cross Country prepares for Mack Plaque meet

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | September 25, 2020

As LHS takes the lead in the 2020 Mack Plaque, every sports team is holding their breath as the last few games and meets of the tournament play out. This Saturday, Girl’s cross country will run their...

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Class of 2023 socialize in front of buses on their orientation day in 2019.

My advice to freshmen

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | September 12, 2020

When you were younger, you probably pictured high school as this cool, exciting thing that teenagers did everyday. Maybe you daydreamed about having your very own locker or walking down the halls, being...

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Students, staff and community members have a lot of questions and concerns about what school will look like in the fall. One concern is how to keep students 3-6 ft. apart in a classroom setting such as this.

We want to go back to school, but how?

Isabella McCutcheon and Courtney Clark | July 27, 2020

As the days of summer pass, we get closer and closer until that first day back at school. No more online assignments, Zoom calls, or rolling out of bed at 12 pm to start your homework.  Or at least...

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The art displayed on the digital yearbook signing's website.

Digital yearbook signing

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | June 12, 2020

As the school year comes too an end, hard copies of the 19-20 yearbooks will be mailed to students who purchased one. Since it would be harder to collect signatures from your favorite staff members and...

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Lead artists Ryan Vezina and Justin Spencer prepare to start their performance for the class. The group joined the zoom call for about 15 minutes.

Choir students Zoom with percussion legends

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | May 11, 2020

As music teacher Mrs. Loschiavo’s students logged into Zoom last week, they weren't expecting anything out of the ordinary. She had mentioned a surprise, yet didn't reveal what it would actually...

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Paul and her husband pose in front of their office. This photos taken on the 15 year anniversary of the paper.

Woman to Watch for March 28: Deb Paul

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | March 28, 2020

The Lancer Spirit is celebrating the women of Londonderry during the month of March in honor of Women’s History Month. For each day of the month, LSO will be highlighting an inspiring woman within the...

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Conley smiles for the camera.

Woman to Watch for March 20: School Moderator Cindi Rice Conley

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | March 20, 2020

The Lancer Spirit is celebrating the women of Londonderry during the month of March in honor of Women’s History Month. For each day of the month, LSO will be highlighting an inspiring woman within the...

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Mrs.Juster poses with a few students on crazy hat day during spirit week.

Women to Watch for March 8: Mrs. Juster

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | March 8, 2020

The Lancer Spirit is celebrating the women of Londonderry during the month of March in honor of Women’s History Month. For each day of the month, LSO will be highlighting an inspiring woman within the...

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View of the arena filling before the event began. There were sections for each presidential candidate speaking so their supporters could all be together.

I attended a Democratic Rally: Here’s how it went

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | February 20, 2020

As someone only mildly interested in politics, going to a Democratic Dinner didn’t really seem like something I would want to spend my Saturday night doing. However, I can now say I was completely wrong.  This...

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National School Counseling Week's  logo for 2020. Each year the logo is redesigned differently.

Appreciate your guidance counselors with National School Counseling Week

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | February 4, 2020

With so many different classes, opportunities, and personal interactions high school has to offer, every individual student can experience the four years completely differently. That being said, getting...

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Lukas interacts with students during her presentation. After the presentation, Lukas answered any questions students had. "I want to be a zookeeper when I'm older," senior Brenna Poirier said. "so overall the presentation was really informative."

Dr. Lukas shows APES classes a way to give back to gorillas

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | December 9, 2019

For the past five years, Dr. Kristen Lukas, who is the director of conservation and science at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, has visited the AP Environmental Science (APES) classes at LHS. She speaks...

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Senior Cole Keegan

You’ll dye over the football team’s new hair

Varsity football dyes their hair in preparation for the big championship game
Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | November 22, 2019

Nope, your eyes aren’t playing tricks on you. The football players really did dye their hair.  After seeing Exeter players break out the razors to create matching team mohawks, LHS players knew they...

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Physical education teacher Mr. Carey

Physical education teacher Mr. Carey

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | September 24, 2019

Question: What is your position at the school? Answer: “I teach three health courses, and two P.E. courses. I have been teaching (P.E.) for 18 years, working at a school in Manchester.” Question:...

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5th grade Sessa visits Disney World with her family.

Senior Sessa hopes to spread positivity and self love through her senior project

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | May 3, 2019

When senior Sierra Sessa was seven, she wasn’t worried about fitting into size two jeans or wearing crop tops. The boys she knew didn’t obsess over who had the biggest biceps. They were all just kids....

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Lead role Jillian Willwerth sings “Part of Your World” surrounded by props crafted by the Scenery Crew. The song is one of many Willwerth’s voice is featured in.

South School goes “under the sea” in their recent performance of “The Little Mermaid”

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | April 2, 2019

Fourth Grader Andrew Pizzi joined Drama Club at South School this year, walking into the audition room with a love for singing and a family background of being musically inclined. “My entire family...

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You're never too old for handmade Valentines or sweet candy.

Moose Hill kindergartners share what they love best about Valentine’s Day

Isabella McCutcheon, Editor-in-Chief | February 14, 2019

As you grow up, it seems Valentine’s Day loses more of its meaning each year. One second you’re handing out candy hearts to your classmates and the next you’re going broke trying to buy your girlfriend...

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