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The student news site of Linganore High School

The Lance

The student news site of Linganore High School

The Lance

Cartoon to show how millions of teenagers and children are exposed to constant bombardment of violence, negativity, intolerance, and hatred in one form or another on the major news networks, and especially on social media platforms.

Immune to Violence: I’m not surprised when I get alerts about school shootings

by Madeline Hull, Editor In Chief February 24, 2022

It has become a normal activity for teenagers to scroll through endless pages of hashtags and reposts of brutality, murder, and overwhelming gory violence, desensitized to hatred, intolerance, and violence...

TikTok trends do damage to self image. How do we fight against it?

“Clicks” and “Likes” encourage eating disorders

by Kaelyn Diaz, Reporter February 24, 2022

As apps such as TikTok and Instagram are frequently used for spreading positivity, there is a much darker side to these apps. There are many “trends” on TikTok that are encouraging extreme food behaviors,...

These are the top 10 most challenged books according to the American Library Association

The Rise of Censorship: Parents are pushing lawmakers and boards of education to ban books

by Anessa Davy and Marla Rowley February 24, 2022

Censorship is nothing unusual. The media, the films we watch, and the music we listen to are commonly restricted, especially for students. Have you ever noticed that the books you read are being regulated,...

The Washington Commanders front office had three chances to create a good name, but we think all of them failed.

Three strikes and the Commanders still can’t get it right

by Avery Glynn and JP Lyons February 24, 2022

#commies, #poverty, #commandos, This is just a taste of what was on social media when the team announced their new name. February 2, 2022 was a big day for Washington football fans. Their team announced...

Is arguing about masks worth the time and stress?  On February 22, the BOE will reconsider the mask mandate for schools.

Drop the mask mandate: Despite transmission fears, it’s time for learning to take front seat

by Emily Rice, Reporter February 17, 2022

Masks affect students’ ability to make relationships and communicate with their peers. Facial expressions are a huge part of showing emotion. With half of a face covered, how can someone tell what we...

Give The Student Member of the Board voting rights

Give The Student Member of the Board voting rights

by Marissa DePalma, Editor-in-chief February 7, 2022

On January 6, Frederick County Public Schools opened  voting for Student Member of the Board (SMOB). There were five candidates: Bella Amell, Hannah Morin, Michael Olson, Lucas Tessarollo, and Brady...

A collage of over ten popular winter comfort foods from the year of 2021.

Top 10 Comfort Foods for Winter 2021

by Audrey Kilgore, Editor December 22, 2021

  The wind is blowing while snow flurries outside. You're curled up on the couch under a blanket watching your favorite movie, with a fire crackling in your fireplace. Now, the question is... What...

Top 10 most unexpected moments in pop culture in 2021

Top 10 most unexpected moments in pop culture in 2021

by Ruby Cerny, Editor December 21, 2021

Over the course of 2021, several strange occurrences have taken place. With two variants of Covid-19 and the world still upside down, this year has been unlike any other, with celebrities and social media...

2021 top 10 gifts to give to your family and friends this holiday

2021 top 10 gifts to give to your family and friends this holiday

by Makyla DeVries, Reporter December 20, 2021

Are you having problems figuring out what to get your friends and family members a gift this holiday on a budget?     Check this list to get some ideas on what to give your friends and family...

Top 10 binge worthy TV shows of 2021

Top 10 binge worthy TV shows of 2021

by Brayden Gregory, Editor December 20, 2021

  This year has released many new tv shows and seasons that have broken the charts and expanded universes. Most of these shows relate to themes of testing humanity/society and individual choices.   Walking...

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