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Natalie Isberg, Copy Editor

Hi, my name is Natalie, and I’m a senior. This is my third year on staff. In school, I'm involved in LEAF. I enjoy fencing at Midwest fencing club, and I like to write.

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Farewell, Wildcats: Retiring Teachers at LHS

Farewell, Wildcats: Retiring Teachers at LHS

May 21, 2022
Huber compiled different stats, such as the number of tournament wins by the teams and the stat totals from the year 1985 to present. He graphed “how far each team made it in the tournament based on their regular season percentile.,“ Photo from George Huber.

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The following shows the bracket’s prediction for the Final Four. It took Huber 3 days to finish making the bracket, completing it the day before March Madness began. Photo from George Huber.

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Senior Carlos Cabrera performs a front handspring on the vault, earning him a score of 7.200 points. He placed third as his all around score.

[Photo] Boys Gymnastics vaults over the competition

April 18, 2022
JV gymnast Anthony McClendon completes his still rings routine with a fly away. He also competes on the high bar and pommel horse.

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JV gymnast Max Butler finishes off his high bar routine with a fly away. His highest score of the night was on his floor routine which earned him 7.800 points out of 10.

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JV gymnast George Hanbury continues his parallel bar routine with a shoulder stand. His highest score of the night came during his vault routine in which he scored a 7.200 out of 10 points.

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(From left to right). Seniors Grady Georgia, Carlos Cabrera, Chris Giamis, Gabe Sage, Ian Moss, and Anthony McClendon take a group photo in celebration of Senior Night. The meet is the last meet being hosted by Libertyville High school.

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Varsity gymnast Grady Georgia performs a handstand as part of his floor routine. He finished in a tie for first in floor with a total of 8.700 points.

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Cabrera does a handstand on the parallel bars. He also competed on floor, pommel horse, still rings, vault, and high bar.

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Senior Owen Haywood helps lead a discussion about which cereal is best? Topics at The Gray Area vary from light-hearted topics like cereal preference to serious topics such as state laws and the legalization of marijuana.

[Photo] New club seeks to find middle ground

April 7, 2022
Finding a middle ground in small issues, such as finding a place to have lunch with friends, is something we do on a daily basis. However, compromises for bigger issues are harder to achieve due simply to the passion and the multitude of preferences expressed within the issue.

[Photo] Is Compromise Possible?

April 7, 2022
The bike path lights use solar panels to store energy, which then powers the lights at night. The lights can run for around eight hours before needing to be recharged.

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The bike path lights use solar panels to store energy, which then powers the lights at night. The lights can run for around eight hours before needing to be recharged.

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The bike path lights, which have been installed at Old School Forest Preserve and Lakewood Forest Preserve, have received both positive and negative feedback from trailwalkers and the community.

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The bike path lights, which have been installed at Old School Forest Preserve and Lakewood Forest Preserve, have received both positive and negative feedback from trailwalkers and the community. They currently activate during the winter months after sunset.

[Photo] Star light, star bright, may solar lights guide your way tonight!

March 7, 2022
The bike path lights, which have been installed at Old School Forest Preserve and Lakewood Forest Preserve, have received both positive and negative feedback from trailwalkers and the community.

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The AP Portfolio: Creativity Brought to Life

The AP Portfolio: Creativity Brought to Life

March 3, 2022
Olive Green and Neon Yellow Illustrated UI Sleep Hygiene Infographic

[Photo] Wake up LHS: Bring Back Nap Time

January 13, 2022
Libertyville High School has done an exemplary job promoting and practicing inclusion on-campus; however, off-campus the message is not as strong. Photo courtesy of Billy Dempsey

[Photo] Acknowledging that Libertyville isn’t Perfect

January 13, 2022
Large scale chalk drawings, like the one seen above, can take around five to six hours to complete. Art by Macaire from Cam and Hopper Travel The World.

Macaire Everett: A World Colored By Chalk

December 8, 2021
The team warms up in the main gym, using the time before the match to lightly jog, stretch, or scout their opponents.

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Senior wrestler Trevor Jean takes the advantage over his Stevenson opponent, scoring a takedown and two points for his individual match.

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Senior wrestler Scott Wiegold stands off against his Stevenson opponent. Both fight to try and make the first takedown.

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Senior wrestler Michael Rocco gets the advantage before taking down his opponent.

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Sophomore wrestler Matt Kubas circles his opponent, fighting to get LHS another round victory.

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The LHS student section brings the heat, encouraging and stoking the fiery spirits of the varsity team. The most common chants were “Three...Two...One...!” and “Two!”

[Photo] LHS Varsity Wrestling Gets the Victory

December 7, 2021
Senior wrestler Caelan Riley fights off his Stevenson opponent, and later pins him, giving six points to LHS during the varsity dual meet on December 3.

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The project will be completed in multiple phases. In phase two of the project, renovations began on the mall’s center court.

[Photo] Hawthorn Mall redevelopment project takes shape

December 3, 2021
You can do things that you enjoy doing. Be kind to yourself! I had a stereotype of what I thought going into high school was going to be like. I thought I had to fit that. I wish I would have known that I was wrong in that aspect. -Liam Gaiden

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I would say my first homecoming [was] when I was like oh high school is going to be awesome. -Owen Haywood

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I didnt realize how many resources there were. There is the MASH, a drop-in lab, the library, and everyone is here to help you. -Mariam Ahmed

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Bus schedule changes have been ongoing since the start of the school year, which have been due to factors such as fewer bus drivers, COVID-19, heightened license requirements, and more.

LHS Experiencing a Lack of Bus Drivers

October 14, 2021
Over the last few decades, the price of college has increased exponentially, which has been due to factors like government financial aid programs and the inelastic price of college tuition.

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Orange College Application Timeline Infographic (2)

[Photo] “We Regret To Inform You”: College Admissions Have Changed

May 7, 2021
“I definitely would want to continue Ninja and just keep having it a part of my daily life because it is just really helpful, and I think I probably could make a career out of it,” said Hughes. “I hope to be on the show one day.”

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Some perfectionists feel the pressure to be perfect academically, especially in high school, where grades help determine one’s path to college.

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Places like the Lake County Fairgrounds are currently giving out Covid-19 vaccines by appointment for those over 65, essential workers and long-term care facility residents.

[Photo] Lake County Continues to Administer Vaccines, Now Including Teachers

March 18, 2021
All In This Together: How An Athletes Support System Can Help Motivate And Inspire

All In This Together: How An Athlete’s Support System Can Help Motivate And Inspire

February 11, 2021
While most people see most colors on the color spectrum, those with color blindness see them differently or completely omitted depending on the type and severity of their color blindness.

What Exactly is Color Blindness?

November 22, 2020
Potential Infographic (Almost confirmed)

[Photo] Handling mental health in eSchool

September 30, 2020
With the existence of Covid-19, students face an unprecedented challenge when making plans for their future.

[Photo] Defining My Future During COVID

September 30, 2020
“Something kind of cool happened over the summer. We had about, between Vernon Hills and Libertyville, almost 40 teachers that did a two-day course on whats called social-emotional learning, which, in essence, is mental health,” said Dr. Brenda Nelson, the prevention and wellness coordinator at LHS.

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Amanda Sekili

Amanda Sekili

May 5, 2020
Ways to Visit Your Pet From College

Ways to Visit Your Pet From College

May 5, 2020
Kate Gerber

Kate Gerber

April 21, 2020
Tom Koulentes

Tom Koulentes

April 16, 2020
Sarah Villani

Sarah Villani

April 13, 2020
Mary Kretschmar

Mary Kretschmar

April 13, 2020
Price gouging isnt ethical

Price gouging isn’t ethical

April 13, 2020
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. At LHS, regular P.E. gym classes sometimes play pickleball indoors.

A Glance at Some Lesser-Known Sports

February 28, 2020
If you feel that someone’s opinion on what you consider to be fundamental rights is being infringed upon, it might be good to weigh how you feel about and if their negative opinions outweigh what you like about them.

[Photo] Friends and Fundamental Human Rights: When Does Their Opinion Cross the Line?

March 5, 2020
Madison Wilson

Madison Wilson

February 7, 2020
Common signs used for the Standing Rock protests include the phrases “Defend The Sacred,” “Water Is Life” and symbols of animals and indigenous people, all of which the protesters wish to make a stand for.

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The “Middle School Madness” storyline begins in a typical classroom complete with desks, a world map and a table of the elements. These are all clues leading to entry into the next room.

[Photo] These escape rooms are Golden

January 22, 2020
A study by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that 76 percent of teens between the ages of 13-17 use Instagram. Many of these students use their screen time for often unproductive reasons other than homework or studying.

[Photo] ProcasTECHnation

December 15, 2019
Highly competitive athletes like dancer Brenna Farrell work hours perfecting their skills, yet are still unreasonably expected to also take a P.E. class on top of their stress from practices and homework.

[Photo] Why outside-of-school athletes shouldn't be in PE

December 13, 2019
Megan Snow

Megan Snow

November 22, 2019
Construction for the new dance studio on the second floor is set to be completed next fall. They are currently working on the plumbing and ductwork. Photo courtesy of Gilbane.

New dance studio progresses with construction

November 19, 2019
While a teacher could be the one to single students out for a wrong answer or for giving an “I don’t know” answer, the feeling of embarrassment afterwards is often magnified by the condescending attitude of peers, making students feel much worse overall.

[Photo] Public shaming: all pain, no gain

November 14, 2019
Grant Giardina

Grant Giardina

October 21, 2019
In the recording area, there is a microphone, guitars and other sound equipment. Fine Arts students are currently able to record in the studio, whether it be solo or with a quartet, for example.

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The sound system room, which is located in and behind the Studio Theater, includes soundproofed walls, a drum set, a keyboard and a new sound mixer. The room is relatively small but is able to accommodate around eight people.

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Unlike other schools, the console area has touch-screen technology, which LHS was able to get through the efforts of the school and the Parent Cats organization. The console is responsible for editing the recordings, and it serves as the connection between an audio interface and the incoming audio, according to Sage Audio, a professional studio located in Nashville.

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Girls Volleyball beats St. Viator

October 6, 2019
Neil DSouza

Neil D’Souza

September 13, 2019
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