Watson, Hornbeck honored with Golden Lance Awards at 2017 graduation ceremony
by Lily Weaver, Editor
June 1, 2017
Filed under News, Showcase, Spring 2017
Three hundred and sixty five Class of 2017 members graduated on May 31. The ceremony was held at the PNC Arena at Mt. St. Mary's. Although there were many tears throughout the night, overall it was very special. Throughout the ceremony, there were speakers, including, Class of 2017 President,...
Pat Carson, beloved educator at LHS, wins FCPS Substitute of the Year
by Emily Reed and Ethan Hart
May 24, 2017
Filed under News, Showcase, Spring 2017
One of the most requested substitute teachers at Linganore, Pat Carson’s show of professionalism and kindness brings education to a whole new level in the classroom. But Carson is not just a substitute teacher; she is “the” FCPS Substitute Teacher of the Year 2017. On May 24, Carson wa...
Students propose life changing topics to English 101 classes
by Brandon Cooper, Editor
May 15, 2017
Filed under News, Showcase
Dual enrollment students in English 101 class completed their last projects, an extended research project. Their task is to propose an idea that will improve the world. The students must write a 5-7 page essay on their proposal and give a presentation to their class to persuade them to act on their p...
Ides of Maius: Staff celebrates Deborah Carter’s retirement with day of recognition
by Tory Spruill, Photo Editor
May 15, 2017
Filed under News, Showcase, Spring 2017
On May 15, during first period, Latin club officers Allie Hudson and Gia Haemmerle surprised English/Latin teacher Mrs. Deborah Carter with a declaration, written in Latin, designating Monday, May 15 a day for honoring Carter's contribution to FCPS. The Latin declaration reads: "Salve! Tuum temporem...
Sociology class takes a trip to detention center
by Cindy Zheng, Reporter
April 25, 2017
Filed under News, Spring 2017
Rebecca Scott’s sociology class took a field trip on April 3rd and 4th to the Frederick County Adult Detention Center located in Frederick. Centers like these all over Maryland are different and some will offer alternatives to imprisonment. At the Frederick County Adult Detention Center, which cur...
27th annual Linganore Art Show: Wilhelm and Todd prepare AP Art concentration exhibits
by Grace Brooks, Reporter
April 24, 2017
Filed under News, Spring 2017
Linganore celebrates self-expression and creativity of the arts with an annual show. The 27th Annual Art show is on April 27th. It is a culmination of the whole year's work from all art classes at the school. Upper-level students get a special emphasis and their own exhibits at the show. Megan Wilhelm...
Dr. Theresa Alban holds senior listening sessions: Photo of the Day 4/24/17
by Christian Nolan, Reporter
April 24, 2017
Filed under News, Photo of the Day, Spring 2017
A small group of seniors met with Frederick County Public Schools superintendent, Dr. Theresa Alban to discuss how their education has been as an FCPS student. Dr. Alban conducts these sessions at all of the high schools in advance of graduation. She wants to know what areas the students are involved ...
This is not a drill: The evolution of school violence and shootings
by Ethan Hart, Reporter
April 24, 2017
Filed under News
Four months ago, I sat in the middle of the lunchroom, going through my Twitter and Snapchat. Suddenly, a friend of mine from Oakdale High School frantically texted me, “Someone’s about to shoot up our school.” Worriedly, I asked what was happening. She responded to me, “I left. My mom took m...
Lancer Media becomes SNO Distinguished Site 2017
by Lancer Media
April 5, 2017
Filed under News, Showcase, Spring 2017
Lancer Media has won the Student Newspapers Online's, SNO, Distinguished Site Award for the second year in a row. SNO sponsors 2,086 different high school newspapers, and Lancer Media was the ninth high school website to win this annual award. Last year's accomplishment was earned in April. This time, the...
A look inside the Adamms Family: Show will open April 7
by Garrett Wiehler, Editor
March 27, 2017
Filed under News, Spring 2017, Uncategorized
On April 6th the theater department will be putting on The Addams Family. One of the most popular high school productions, for the past two months a cast of over 25 actors and actresses have been rehearsing after school. The Addams Family will open on April 6th at 7:00 PM. See Lucas, Wednesday ...
