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The student news publication of Libertyville High School

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A Dive into “The Little Mermaid”

A Dive into “The Little Mermaid”

Aurora Mireles, Staff Member October 26, 2022

A few weeks ago, Disney released the very anticipated trailer to “The Little Mermaid” (2023). The clip is breathtaking, bringing audiences under the sea and into Ariel's world. Halle Bailey is...

As shown above, the numerous tropes of horror movies vary greatly, creating a uniquely diverse group of characters, which begs to answer the question of which horror movie would be complete without them.

Horror Movie Starter Pack

Jack Birmingham, Sports Editor October 17, 2022

From final girls like Laurie Strode and Nancy Thompson, to the villains themselves such as Jason Voorhees and Chucky, horror history is packed full of popular tropes and stereotypes. Without further ado,...

Smooth Aster is a very common native flower to Illinois. These naturally occurring flowers coming from open woods, meadows, and fields were brought here to LHS for the enjoyment of the students.

“Rooting” For the Courtyard: The Libertyville Courtyard Shows its True Colors

Jeffery McLaren, Staff Member September 30, 2022

On September 12, the Libertyville Environmental Action Force (LEAF) Courtyard was finally finished after years of work by Mr. Lapish and the members of LEAF. Before the LEAF project to fix the courtyard...

10 Things For Underclassmen to Know

10 Things For Underclassmen to Know

Grace Jackman, Staff Member September 23, 2022

This fall, a new set of students are starting high school. And then there’s the sophomores coming around for their second year. Everything seems like a big knot that seems impossible to untie. There’s...

A display at H&M is filled with popular trends at the moment, such as sweater vests, slip dresses, and oversized button downs. Most likely, in a couple weeks the items displayed today will be on the sales rack because of the accelerated trend cycle, which causes pieces to rise and decline in popularity at a faster rate.

Microtrends and TikTok’s Effect on Fashion

Grace Huber, Staff Member September 23, 2022

This summer, crochet clothing was everywhere. From dresses to tote bags, something crochet could be found in almost every clothing store. Crochet was trending on TikTok, and not just specific pieces, it...

Seniors Cris Montero and Izzy Rudolphi go all out during practice. Rudolphi is starring as the sarcastic leader of the Pink Ladies, Betty Rizzo, and Monetero as the charismatic lead Danny Zuko

Behind the Scenes of Grease

Aurora Mireles, Staff Member September 23, 2022

The theater department is outstanding, and one of the various reasons why LHS stands out from many of the other schools in the state. From Matilda to Starlight Express, the musicals never fail to make...

 Milwalky Taco bristles with customers on a Thursday night in Sepember.

‘Lville Eats

Caroline Scott, Staff Member September 23, 2022

Most of us are familiar with many of the various restaurants lining downtown Libertyville, and probably have an idea about what they sell there. For those frequent visitors, you may even have a go-to item...

Throughout the first four periods of the school day on Friday, May 13, students were able to attend the art show in the main gym and study the art made by their peers.

LHS Art Department holds annual Art Show

Jade Foo, Editor-in-Chief May 24, 2022

On Thursday, May 12 and Friday, May 13, LHS’s art department held its annual art show in the main gym. LHS art students and AP Art students showcased their work from throughout the 2021-2022 school year...

Farewell, Wildcats: Retiring Teachers at LHS

Farewell, Wildcats: Retiring Teachers at LHS

Natalie Isberg, Copy Editor May 21, 2022

There have been many teachers who’ve taught at LHS. Some have been teaching for decades, while others have just started. This year, a number of teachers are retiring from their teaching positions at...

Senior List 2022

Senior List 2022

Jasmine Lafita, Online Editor May 20, 2022

Click here for a PDF of the 2022 Senior List! Congrats to the class of 2022!

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