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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

Sam Nelson

Sam Nelson, Photo Editor

I am a senior and I have been on staff for three years, and I am currently Photo Editor. Besides DOI, I am involved in Orchesis, NHS and Best Buddies.

All content by Sam Nelson
Some students at LHS have taken to creating group finstas with their friends. The purpose of these group finstas is to post funny and private photos that these users want shared between themselves and their private following.

[Photo] Following the Finsta

Claire Salemi, Staff Member
March 13, 2018
Telling stories through photos

Telling stories through photos

Sam Nelson, Photo Editor
February 17, 2018
Ms. Lara has been actively supporting gender equality since she was in college. When she was presented with the opportunity to advise Advocats, a gender-equality club at LHS, she realized she could use her passion to lead the club, so she accepted the role.

[Photo] Ms. Lara

December 5, 2017
Mr. Lapish has been advising LEAF for a little over half of his teaching career. He makes a conscious effort to recycle inside and outside of school because he is passionate about a safe and healthy environment for all humans to live in.

[Photo] Mr. Lapish

December 5, 2017
After Ms. Naslund’s encounter with a negative letter about a gay student, she became very passionate about fighting for the rights and equality of the LGBTQ+ community. She takes pride in her club, Gay-Straight Alliance, and is also an activist outside of school.

[Photo] Ms. Naslund

December 5, 2017
The colors used to spray runners were ordered online by Student Council. They are made out of corn starch and food dye.

LHS Cares in Color

Sam Nelson, Staff Writer
May 8, 2017
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Lola Akinlade and Sam Nelson
April 27, 2017
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Lola Akinlade and Sam Nelson
April 27, 2017
*Note: Carmen asked that she not be photographed for privacy reasons.

Carmen

Lola Akinlade and Sam Nelson
April 27, 2017
Art can take many different shapes, and it is imperative that we recognize and appreciate the beauty of all forms.

[Photo] Ode to art

Georgia Sampson, Staff Writer
April 27, 2017
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[Photo] Nathan Rosenberg

Matt Smith, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
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[Photo] Mr. Kevin O’Neill

Matt Smith, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
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[Photo] Kevin Pilman

Matt Smith, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
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[Photo] Alex Hecksher-Gomez

Matt Smith, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
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[Photo] Jake Slater

Matt Smith, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
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[Photo] Mr. Jonathan Malats

Matt Smith, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
The Waukegan Harbor and Marina is a nice change of scenery from Libertyville. It has a small boardwalk with shops along the way, and a lighthouse at the end of the pier. It’s a perfect place to visit on a summer afternoon, changing it up from local beaches like the ones in Lake Forest and Lake Bluff.

Lovable Lake County

Sam Nelson, Staff Writer
January 12, 2017
From politics to the wage gap to sexual harassment, it is evident that women are viewed as less than men in todays society.

[Photo] A Female’s Future

Paige Ward, Staff Writer
December 1, 2016
Student Council members pose for a group picture after they finished loading the cans to be sent to the Libertyville Food Pantry.

Student Council Canned Food Drive

Sam Nelson, Staff Writer
November 7, 2016
For the second home game of the season., LHS students showed their spirit with colorful apparel to celebrate the tie-dye theme

[Photo] September Spirit

Jack Kosowski, Sports Editor
September 22, 2016
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[Photo] Freshman

Brianna Baez, Staff Writer
May 26, 2016
The LHS varsity girls soccer team won three out of four games in the Pepsi Showdown tournament.

[Photo] Goals Set High

Demi Glusic, Staff Writer
April 28, 2016
On Wednesday, Nov. 25, parents and fans gathered in the main gym after school to wish the 2015 varsity football team good luck as they head into the IHSA state finals on Saturday.

[Photo] Send-off Rally

November 25, 2015
Didier Farms offers a Farmstand, which includes a variety of fresh produce and currently has its annual Pumpkinfest, which can be a great, free way to get outside.

Things to do in October

Sam Nelson, Staff Writer
October 23, 2015
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