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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

Students plan for the possible adjustment of first semester final exams next year.

Finals will possibly take place prior to winter break in 2016

Emily Yates, Staff Writer November 6, 2015

On Oct. 26, the District 128 Calendar Committee, consisting of a variety of different staff members, met to discuss the 2016-2017 calendar, focusing primarily on the placement of first-semester final exams....

Abby Jeffrey enthusiastically welcomes Eugénie Guerineau to the United States, having last seen her in France during the summer as part of the French-American exchange program.

LHS from a Foreign Perspective

Emma Williams, Staff Writer November 5, 2015

In the fall of 2015, LHS has already welcomed exchange students from three European countries: Spain, France, and Germany. From the differences in their schools to their favorite subjects, they have loved...

There was nothing but smiles on the Wildcats faces after a 1-0 win against Evanston in the Supersectional match this past Tuesday.

Varsity Soccer Heads to State After a 1-0 Match Against Evanston

Alyssa Stokovich, Staff Writer November 5, 2015

In the home stretch on the road to state, varsity soccer pulled ahead and beat Evanston 1-0 in the Supersectional match this past Tuesday at Barrington High School, but the Wildcats’ win against the...

Both a multi sport synthetic turf field and a storage building are currently being built on the site where the Brainerd school used to stand.

New Construction Underway at the Brainerd Site

Demi Glusic, Staff Writer November 3, 2015

After months of waiting for zoning approval by Libertyville trustees, construction has begun on the property where Brainerd once stood. While driving past the corner where the Brainerd building stood,...

The team celebrates its sectional title Saturday in the pouring rain.

Varsity Soccer Defeats Deerfield: on to the Supersectionals

Mary Kate Mieszala, Staff Writer November 2, 2015

Libertyville’s boys soccer team defeated Deerfield 1-0 in the Class 3A sectional final on Saturday.   Despite the pouring rain, the Cats clipped a victory, ultimately giving them a spot in the supersectional...

Defenders Sean OMalley (56) and Ben Kimpler (8) apply pressure to Downers Grove Norths offense. They helped the defense keep DGN scoreless in the second half.

LHS offense propels them into second round of playoffs

Jarrett Malec, Staff Writer November 2, 2015

In their nine regular season games, the Libertyville varsity football team faced little adversity. In the opening game of the IHSA playoffs on Oct. 30, the Cats found themselves in a very competitive game...

The team celebrates after Senior Nate Edmunds (12) scored his second goal of the night making the Wildcats 
2-0 early in the second half.

Varsity Soccer Defeats Highland Park 3-1 in the IHSA Sectional Semifinal Game

Alyssa Stokovich, Staff Writer October 29, 2015

Despite the cold temperatures and unideal winds, the Libertyville Wildcats beat the Highland Park Giants 3-1 on Wednesday at Stevenson High School in the class 3A sectional semifinal After their regional...

Photos courtesy of S*T*A*R*S (Students Teaching About Racism in Society)  of Ohio University

Why Offensive Halloween Costumes Cause Damage

Jenna Grayson, Staff Writer October 27, 2015

  Halloween is a time of year that many people enjoy because the idea of not being oneself (even if it’s only for a night) is pretty intriguing. There’s tens of thousands of costumes to choose from...

Who will bring home the Larry OBrien trophy?

2015-16 NBA Preview

Josh Bragg and TJ Murbach October 26, 2015

In the 2014-15 campaign, the Golden State Warriors put on an aesthetically-pleasing display of basketball when then cruised to their first championship in 40 years. Heading into the season, the Warriors...

Star Wars: The Force Awakens, is set to be released on Dec. 18.

The Force Awakens

Alejandro Garcia Escobar, Staff Writer October 26, 2015

In a galaxy not so far, far away, millions of life forms await the release of the much-anticipated Star Wars film, which will be the first of a new sequel trilogy set. “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,”...

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