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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

Mr. Buesing, Mrs. Olzewski, and Mr. Ebling, who were all interviewed for this article had quotes that stood out and were used as pull quotes.

Restricted Rights for Teachers

Ella Marsden, Staff Member May 15, 2018

When teachers step foot into school, their First Amendment rights are restricted. According to the American Civil Liberties Union, the First Amendment only protects public school teachers when they are...

Mind The Gap

Anna Legutki, Staff Member May 14, 2018
Reasons for a student taking a gap year can vary; for some students, just needing a change of pace after high school can be enough of a reason. But, in a broader context, the pressure of having to choose what one wants to do at such an early time in their life can be daunting.
The process of finding a roommate has shifted from randomly generated to requesting a specific roommate ahead of time. Roomsurf, a website that connects students from all over the country, is an example of a website that has contributed to this shift.

Speed Dating for Roommates

Maggie Evers, Staff Member May 13, 2018

The summer before going off to college can be a chaotic whirlwind of planning and emotions for some seniors. While many are excited for the new freedoms ahead, the fear of living with someone new begins...

Erase the Hate: “Hate is Not a Libertyville Value”

Moira Duffy, Staff Member May 7, 2018

The “Erase the Hate” campaign is a movement founded in the North Park neighborhood in Chicago that has grown into an international initiative that aims to rid the world of hate and put goodness into...

Wonder Boy

‘Wonder’ Boy

Matt Smith, Sports Editor April 17, 2018

When you first look at him, you might think, Why doesn’t that kid have two ears? What’s wrong with his chin? When people first see junior Peter Dankelson, they may think those things, but they’ll...

Closeted Stories Uncovered

Closeted Stories Uncovered

Lola Akinlade and Rachel Benner April 17, 2018

For many members of the LGBTQ+ community, declaring one’s sexuality, also known as “coming out of the closet,” is a big deal and often a life-changing experience. Sharing with family and friends...

In badminton, the rules for serving required players to hit the shuttle below the waist and serve behind the line. The shuttle has to be hit back over the net in order for the point to count.

Competitive Nature

Maggie Burnetti, Sports Editor April 17, 2018

For the two years that the girls badminton program has existed at Libertyville High School, at least 50 girls have tried out for the team; however, the team’s maximum amount of players allowed is 36,...

The Bridge to Recovery

The Bridge to Recovery

Zachary Ford, Staff Member April 17, 2018

It often isn’t easy being a high school student, especially for those who are battling drug or alcohol addictions, or struggling with their mental health. There are a number of different reasons...

An estimated 60 to 100 students and teachers will participate in the Day of Silence this year on April 27.

The Silence to end the Silence

Megan Wolter, Staff Member April 17, 2018

People within the LGTBQ+ community have had their voices silenced many times, from the raid at the Stonewall Inn in the 1960s to the recent transgender military ban. The community and its supporters...

What it Means to be an LGBTQ+ Athlete at LHS

Molly Boufford and Moira Duffy April 17, 2018

High school is a time where it often seems that finding oneself is the finish line, and students race there with the help of friends, family, and even their sports teams.  For some LGBTQ+ student-athletes...

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