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

Art can take many different shapes, and it is imperative that we recognize and appreciate the beauty of all forms.

Ode to art

Georgia Sampson, Staff Writer April 27, 2017

It can be color on top of color, or black and white. It can be abstract shapes or delicately drawn lines that paint a broader picture.   Art is hard to define. However, we know it when we see it....

Art majors are constantly subjected to questions like whats your backup plan? and how are you going to make any money?”

My B.A. is not BS

Anna DeNoia, Staff Writer April 27, 2017

I’d like to make one thing clear — despite what some people think, I have put a lot of thought into what I’d like my major to be. And SHOCKINGLY, I’m still confident in my choice. After much deliberation,...

Why LHS Should Abandon Before School Practices

Why LHS Should Abandon Before School Practices

Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer April 20, 2017

If you have ever played sports here at LHS, you probably know this feeling. Your alarm goes off at 5 a.m. -- after you ponder your entire existence -- you get up and get ready for that 5:45 practice. ...

Although many do not read by choice in their spare time due to busyness or time spent on social media, reading has been proven to increase ones general knowledge and is something that people should want to enjoy.

Learn to love Reading

Rachel Benner, Staff Writer March 23, 2017

As teenagers stuck in a small town, we long for adventure and excitement. However, lack of time, money and rides can prevent us from seeking it. Instead of complaining about being trapped and turning to...

Many choose not to speak their opinion if the majority doesn’t agree with them because an argument may arise; but there are a select few who will speak out.

Voicing the unpopular opinion

Jack Kosowski, Sports Editor March 23, 2017

I’m sure every one of you reading this right now has held an opinion on a situation or event that somebody else disagrees with. It is common nature to have disagreements, but the frustrating thing is...

Trump is now president, and the Democrats fight fire with fire.

The New Blue Wall

Kyle Patterson, Staff Cartoonist March 15, 2017

Trump can dish a lot of criticism but he sure cant take it.

Fahrenheit Four Fifty Trump

Kyle Patterson, Staff Cartoonist March 15, 2017

Warm Febuary days are TOTALLY worth the environmental costs... arent they?

Deforestation, Carbon Emissions, and Other Ways to Enjoy the End of the World

Anna DeNoia, Staff Writer March 14, 2017

We had a pretty confusing February, Chicagoland. Sunshine? Weather in the 60s and 70s? People wearing SHORTS? Is it spring break already??? Not yet! Your calendar wasn’t wrong -- while warm, it was...

Contrary to the belief of many LHS students and faculty, Drops of Ink’s purpose is not to show Libertyville High School in the best light possible.

DOI is not PR

Hannah Hutchins, Features Editor February 23, 2017

As I’m sure you very well have noticed by now, the DOI issues that have come out recently have looked significantly different than they have in previous years. If you happened to open the issues, I’m...

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