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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

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Drops of News: What Happened Last Week?

Aarna Mishra, Andrew Schinler, Joseph Polley, and Addi Sriram September 16, 2025

Epstein Birthday Book On September 8th, 2025, the U.S. House Committee released a 238-page document named "Epstein's Birthday Book.” Though parts of the document were redacted, this birthday book...

Libertyville swimmers in action and increasing their lead against the Lake Forest Scouts.

Girls Varsity Swim Team Secures 112-55 Win Against Lake Forest

Addi Sriram, Staff Member September 15, 2025

On September 10th, 2025, the Libertyville Wildcats secured a landslide victory over the Lake Forest Scouts with the JV team winning 109-53 and the Varsity team winning 112-55.  The meet at the...

The varsity dance team showcases their abilities with a kick line during their halftime performance. They do a routine to Good Vibrations which is played by the Marching Wildcats. Freshman Liv Hilliard said, “Getting to dance with all the older girls,” is her favorite part because, “they make me feel so welcome, and it's just so much fun.”

Monumental Night for Libertyville Despite Stevenson Setback

Sofie Figurelli, Layout & Design and Online Editor September 15, 2025

On Friday, Sept. 12, Libertyville's varsity football team gave their all against Stevenson, finishing with a score of 31-6. Despite a tough night on the field for the Wildcats, the night still held...

Both the offensive line of Naperville North and the defensive line of Libertyville face off in the beginning of the second quarter in a down to the wire game. “Just two teams that are really good, two really good programs going at each other,” Head Coach Tim Budge said.

Wildcats Come Up Short Against Naperville North

Mckinley Shores, Staff Member September 8, 2025

On Wednesday, September 5th, the Libertyville Varsity football team suffered their first loss of the 2025 season. Naperville North ended up getting the better of the Wildcats in a 21-14 defeat at Libertyville...

Junior Austin Scott delivers a steady putt on the green, boosting the team’s performance. He shoots a 39, winning third place overall for the team. Scott values the team chemistry that the team creates. “It’s very fun,” Scott said, “making some friendships that will last quite a while.”

Boys Varsity Golf Team Secures Second Place Against Lake Forest and Lake Zurich: “Now the Wins Will Just Start Rolling”

Grace Jackman, Editor in Chief August 29, 2025

On Wednesday, Aug. 27, the boys varsity golf team played against Lake Forest and Lake Zurich in a match at Hawthorne Woods Golf Course. The team finished in second place with a final score of 152,...

The theater department puts on the production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” starring junior Eva Thomas as Sebastian and senior Wren Frey as Ariel. Unlike the other theater department productions, musicals are a fun way for students to showcase their vocal abilities along with acting.

Future of Fine Arts: What’s Next for LHS

Aarna Mishra May 16, 2025

With over 50 different course offerings, Libertyville High School provides its students with a unique opportunity to explore every aspect of Fine Arts. From visual to performing arts, each program is designed...

Featured in the group picture (from left to right) is Mr. Jones, Mr. Buesing, Mrs. Hubbard and Ms. Naslund.

11 Staff Members Part Ways with Libertyville High School

Mishall Quraishi May 16, 2025

Libertyville High School wouldn’t be the same without its esteemed teachers and staff who improve the everyday learning experiences of all students. However, the end of the 2024-2025 school year, which...

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Five New D128 Board Members Elected

Sophia Jackman, News and Opinions Editor May 14, 2025

On April 1, 2025, the District Board of Education had their most recent election. There were five seats open for election which included four 4-year terms and one 2-year term. The new board members were...

Junior Taylor Higham (1) waits on second base as her teammate takes on Mundelein's pitcher in a pivotal at bat. Higham is one of the teams' pitchers.

Wildcats Varsity Softball Defeat the Mundelein Mustangs in Critical Conference Game

Sofie Figurelli and Luiza Magalhaes May 12, 2025

  On May 7th, 2025, the Libertyville Wildcats secured a victory against the Mundelein Mustangs with a final score of 6-5. The Mustangs were first to get numbers on the scoreboard during...

Senior River Thompson joins the Jazz Ensemble by singing “That Old Black Magic” by Mercer and Arlen Arr. Mark Taylor, along with senior Annie Brody on guitar and junior Thomas Teixeira on bass, earning big applause. “[The concert had] great energy because it's the last [jazz concert] of the year,” Brody said.

Jazz Bands Give It Their All in Last Concert of the Year

Grace Jackman and Sophia Jackman April 14, 2025

  On Thursday, April 10, the Jazz Lab Band and the Jazz Ensemble performed in the studio theater at 7:30 p.m. The concert celebrated women in jazz, showcasing songs by female composers and...

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