The student news publication of Libertyville High School

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The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink

The student news publication of Libertyville High School

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This pangram, a phrase that contains every letter of the English alphabet, appears particularly childish in Comic Sans, a font that has been overused in professional environments in recent years.

Not My Type: The Case Against Comic Sans

Conor Kennedy, Staff Writer June 1, 2015

1994 was a simpler time. People were still smarter than their phones, “The Simpsons” was still funny, and Times New Roman was still the absolute standard for typed material. But then came Vincent...

Currently a physics teacher at LHS, Mr. Cooks active duty ended in 2009, but he still remains part of the IRR.

A ThermoDynamic Presence

Gabby Struik, Staff Writer June 1, 2015

In America, war veterans are seen as national icons. They are on par with superheroes like Captain America as they fight for the ideals that represent this country. For many, it’s an honor to meet a...

Mr. Kreutz has created many things that have helped people and companies all over the world.

David Kreutz: The Man of Multiple Careers

Olivia Griffith, Staff Writer June 1, 2015

Human physiology teacher David Kreutz is not the usual teacher in that he doesn’t spend the majority of his time grading schoolwork or tests. Instead, he works on inventions and how to teach his discoveries...

Libertyvilles own Mr. Dawson will test his skills at this months World Series of Poker.

Poker Pete Dawson

Jack Murphy, Staff Writer June 1, 2015

In the upcoming weeks, there will be millions of dollars exchanged in the annual tradition of the World Series of Poker (WSOP). When the WSOP pops up on ESPN, viewers falsely believe that it is the 45-minute,...

This summer many students will be stuck here in Libertyville and are looking for things to do.

Summer stuck in the ‘Ville?

Kayla Fiore, Staff Writer June 1, 2015

Summer is quickly coming and now is the perfect time to start planning for summertime adventures. “But what is there to do if I’m stuck Libertyville for most of the summer?”  many may ask. Believe...

Libertyville band, The Tribe will open up for Ike Reilly Assassination on June 29.

The Future of The Tribe

Tia Petrzilka, Staff Writer May 31, 2015

In March 2012, the Libertyville-made band The Tribe made its debut as the Gophers.  Now, more than three years later, they are older, more experienced, and in the process of recording their first album. The...

Junior Macey Neubauer visited Miami University in Ohio over Spring Break.

Jumpstart for Juniors

Maddie Werner, Staff Writer May 31, 2015

Juniors: the time is here. Although college seems far off with an entire year of senior festivities ahead, the college process is beginning and it’s time to get a head start. When parents are bugging...

This image appears beside the new Report Bullying form on the LHS website, which allows anyone to anonymously submit a bullying incident.

Report Bullying Form Goes up on LHS Website

Conor Kennedy, Staff Writer May 31, 2015

Several weeks ago, a link labeled “Report Bullying” appeared on the LHS website in the top right corner, and it leads to a form through which anyone can report an incident of bullying with complete...

Security guard Mike Dolan acknowledges the ruined theater floor

Floor to be Replaced in Studio Theater

Tom Ackerman, Opinion Editor May 31, 2015

The studio theater floor will undergo construction starting June 8 as a result of water damage from the recent school play Metamorphoses, which rendered the floor unusable. Water was a central theme...

Along with the opportunity to run for office and meet new students, many people are looking forward to the guest speakers at this years event.

LHS Students Look Forward to Boys and Girls State

Alex Zoellick, Editor-in-Chief May 30, 2015

This summer, three junior girls and nine junior boys from LHS will be participating in Girls and Boys State, respectively; the conference will be hosted by Eastern Illinois University and take place from...

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