The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink
The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink
The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink
News
Seniors With Unique Majors
Seniors With Unique Majors
Andrew Schinler, Features Editor • May 15, 2026
Taking a Look Back In Time: Most Important Events For The Class of ‘26
Mckinley Shores, Staff Member • May 15, 2026
Drops of News: What Happened Last Week?
Mckinley Shores, Staff Member • May 11, 2026
Features
Seniors With Unique Majors
Seniors With Unique Majors
Andrew Schinler, Features Editor • May 15, 2026
How Will Jobs Be Affected By AI
Joseph Polley, Sport Editior • May 15, 2026
The STUCO Executive Board celebrates the 2026 Homecoming week by participating in Twin Day. (Photo courtesy: Meg Trob)
Making Ordinary Days Extraordinary: How Student Council Shapes Life At LHS
Aarna Mishra • April 18, 2026
Professional therapists and volunteers provide care to a young client. “My goal from the start, which is still our mission, is to provide for those who cannot get help,” Ms. Schnell said. (Photo courtesy: Equestrian Connection)
Equestrian Connection: A Local Nonprofit Making a Difference
Andrew Schinler • April 18, 2026
On March 14, 2026, the JV and Novice Debate Teams went to compete at state in Palatine. After outstanding performances, they were able to earn first place overall for the Novice division, as well as winning an award for Best Novice Speaker. (Photo courtesy of Debate Club)
Finding Their Voices: How LHS Clubs Amplify Students’ Expressions
Jules Figurelli, Staff Member • April 17, 2026
Opinion
Advice to Future Seniors
Andrew Schinler, Features Editor • May 15, 2026
Satire: Worst School Day Ever
Satire: Worst School Day Ever
Andrew Schinler, Features Editor • February 27, 2026
Students compete in a basketball tournament during Lifetime Sports and Fitness, an LHS PE class. They wear the required orange or black school-issued uniforms, another department policy.
Staff-Ed: Does the PE Policy Need a Change?
DOI Staff • February 27, 2026
Echo Chambers: The Collapse of Healthy Debate
Echo Chambers: The Collapse of Healthy Debate
Joseph Polley, Sport Editior • February 27, 2026
Letter to the Reader
Letter to the Reader
Grace Jackman and Luiza Magalhaes • February 27, 2026
Trending Stories
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After opening in 1937, the Liberty Theater in downtown Libertyville was permanently closed in 2019. The theater had a $130,000 renovation in 2012 by Scott Dehn, adding new projectors. However, due to financial issues and competition in the theater market, the theater closed its doors in 2019.

The Liberty Theater: Progress Over Preservation

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Lost Childhood: How Media Pushes Kids to Grow Up Too Fast

Lost Childhood: How Media Pushes Kids to Grow Up Too Fast

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Libertyville Wildcats were crowned Illinois state champions after a commanding win over McHenry Jun 14, 2025. (Photo courtesy: LHS Yearbook)

Glory brought to Baseball Champions

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The Death of Physical Media Consumption