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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

It's good to know where you are when going to a big festival in order to be knowledgeable of where the security is and what to do in case you find yourself in a dangerous situation. The Millennium Park stage hosts many big festivals each year, including the Chicago Blues Festival.

How To: Festival Safety

Aliya Haddon, Staff Writer November 7, 2018

Although “Festival Season” is behind us, our November magazine issue’s theme is safety. Being informed now will prepare you for the days filled with music, dancing and food next year and so on. The...

Fun and safe things to do in Chicago

Thomas Evans, Staff member October 29, 2018

As a big city, Chicago can seem intimidating, but in reality, there are many fun and safe activities for everyone to explore. Family friendly places to visit include the Art Institute, Water Tower...

Freshman Dakota Lyons has verbally committed to Ohio State soccer to play attack.

Dakota Lyons commits to Ohio State University for soccer

Ella Marsden, Staff Member October 19, 2018

It’s rare for a student athlete to commit to a Division One school, let alone a freshman. But earlier this year, Dakota Lyons, a freshman at Libertyville High School, verbally committed to Ohio State...

Everyone has a story

September 27, 2018

For our first issue, we chose to highlight certain students, staff members, sports and clubs. Our focus is that “Everyone has a story,” a concept we truly believe. The following profiles feature five...

Freshman 'Genius': A glimpse into Liam's passion for math

Freshman ‘Genius’: A glimpse into Liam’s passion for math

Rachel Benner, Features Editor May 21, 2018

When Liam Tucker was a child, his mom read the book “How to Raise a Brighter Child.” Many around him, including his sister, senior Nora Tucker, can attest that whatever their mom learned from the book...

Senior List Interactive Map

Senior List Interactive Map

Rachel Dudley and Nate Sweitzer May 16, 2018
DOI"s annual senior list with a twist: an interactive map to accompany the information!
Felisa Umadhay, a senior, will be studying biochemistry at Lake Forest College. Umadhay has felt a calling to science from a young age because of her parents’ background in nursing.

The First Generation

Olivia Gauvin, Staff Writer May 15, 2018

For years, students across the United States have attended school in search of the college education their parents never received in this country. Whether they come from families who immigrated to the...

Mrs. Jennifer Lund, Ms. Amy Belstra and Mrs. Michelle Jones are in charge of all things college- and career-related at LHS. Despite working on their own responsibilities, such as scheduling visits with college representatives, meeting with students and sending transcripts to colleges, the three work as a team to make sure every LHS student is prepared for their future, whatever path that may be.

The CRC Trifecta

Maggie Evers, Staff Member May 15, 2018

Brightly lit from the windows and smiles in the room, along with the colorful decorations hanging from every wall and the ceiling, the College/Career Resource Center, commonly referred to as the CRC, is...

Jodi McPhillips

Ready For Retirement

Kath Haidvogel, Staff Member May 15, 2018

  For many teachers, retirement is something to look forward to. Most can’t wait to sleep in, no longer have to attend meetings and have more overall freedom in their choices.  Although there...

This year, Priyana Acharya has been training in ballet at the Joffrey Academy of Dance in Chicago and taking online classes to fulfill her graduation requirements. Next year, Acharya is deciding between being a trainee with Charlotte Ballet in Charlotte, North Carolina and the Joffrey Academy of Dance.

College Isn’t the Only Option

Ariella Bucio, staff member May 15, 2018

“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.” These are the last three lines of a poem called “The Road Not Taken” by...

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