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The Lance
The student news site of Linganore High School

The Lance
The student news site of Linganore High School

The Lance
Emily Rice

Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief

Emily Rice (@emilyrice123) is a member of Class of 2025. She is excited to be a part of Lancer Media for her fourth year. 

Emily’s favorite subject in school is English and Journalism. She enjoys writing and dancing. Emily is a part of LHS Pom and Dance. Spending time with friends and family is a big priority for her. Emily is also a member of National English Honor Society and Quill and Scroll Honor Society.

In the future, she wants to become a journalist. She has always been very passionate about writing and loves showing her passion through her articles.

Emily is excited to be included in journalism life and continue writing articles for The Lance.

All content by Emily Rice
Senior athletes gather for photos after signing their National Letters of Intent.

#NationalSigningDay2025: Senior athletes sign their National Letters of Intent

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
February 5, 2025
President Donald Trump signs 93 executive orders during his first day in office. ("President Trump Signs an Executive Order, CC BY 2.0, Flickr - Tia Dufour. https://www.flickr.com/photos/whitehouse45/50057959533)

President Donald Trump signs new executive orders that sparks controversy

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2025
Linganore High School senior Alexis Sweene signs her National Letter of Intent to play lacrosse at Georgian Court University.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2025: Sweene takes the next step in her lacrosse

by Alison Ramos and Kaitlyn Ramos
February 26, 2025
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[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2025: McGovern takes a dive into Howard Community College’s lacrosse program

by Sophia Tetteris, Reporter
February 26, 2025
Capone signs his National Letter of Intent to play football at Salisbury University.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2025: Capone commits to play football at Salisbury University

by Scott Kelley and Holden Barrett
February 19, 2025
Audrey Meadows signs her National Letter of Intent to play at Frostburg State University.

#NationalSigningDay2025: Audrey Meadows scores a spot on Frostburg State University’s soccer team

by Emily Rice and Mahnoor Choudry
February 18, 2025
Taylor Moran signs her commitment letter to the university of Shenandoah.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2025: Moran moves on to bigger things

by Max DiFabio
February 19, 2025
Senior Shawn Pelovitz signs his letter of intent to play football at Muhlenberg College.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2025: Shawn Pelovitz signs to play football at Muhlenberg

by Lydia Ferrari and Ellie Lange
February 14, 2025
Hadley Robertson signs her National Letter of Intent to continue playing lacrosse at Shepherd University.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2025: Robertson joins Shepherd University lacrosse team

by Lily Hanson, Sid Burns, and Jenna Ablondi
February 13, 2025
Sadie Gladhill signs her National Letter of Intent to continue her volleyball career at Buffalo University.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2025: Sadie Gladhill sets her sights on Buffalo University volleyball

by Zoe Croker and Caroline Tucker
February 18, 2025
Alex Lambert signs his National Letter of Intent to play football at Claremont McKenna College.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2025: Linganore football star Alex Lambert signs to Claremont Mckenna College

by Addison Engle and Hannah Moore
February 13, 2025
THe Fall 2024 Lancer Media staff produced our school newspaper with articles, podcasts, and videos throughout the semester. They are excited to meet new staff in the second semester.

Lancer Spotlight 01/21/25: Lancer Media invites you to join Journalism

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
January 21, 2025
Tigers are one of the many animals that are endangered. They are constantly faced with pressure from poaching, retaliatory killings and habitat loss. ("Free Winter tiger snow animal Image" Photo by Pix4Free - CC BY-SA 3.0 https://pix4free.org/photo/531/winter-tiger-snow-animal.html)

Wildlife Conservation Day is a call to protect planet’s endangered species

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
January 21, 2025
The group of participants dancing after learning the Christmas combo during Cara Morgan's service project.

Lancer Spotlight 11/15/24: PACEE student hosts dance clinic to support Dance for the Cure

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
November 15, 2024
Anzmann during her last round of chemotherapy. "It was one of the best days of my life," said Anzmann. (Photo by Alexis Anzmann -- used with permission)

Young women face ageism in breast cancer diagnoses

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
November 19, 2024
Halloween decorations all set up and ready for the Halloween festivities!

[Photo] Scarcity of Halloween decorations spooks consumers

by Max DiFabio, Reporter
November 14, 2024
Gretchen the Golden Doodle poses in her Beetlejuice costume during Canines on the Creek.

Lancer Spotlight 10/31/24: Canines on the Creek captures Halloween spirit

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2024

Lancer Media Podcast: “It Ends With Us,” but it should have ended sooner

by Emily Rice and Caroline Tucker
October 31, 2024
The Class of 2025 celebrates winning the spirit stick after the last spirit day, "Red, Black and Bow Day."

Lancer Spotlight 9/29/24: Annual Homecoming pep rally sparks school spirit and encourages celebration

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2024
New Linganore Genesis Maldonado walks off the stage to get her photo taken after receiving her diploma from LHS principal Dr. Michael Dillman.

[Photo] Lancer Spotlight 05/21/24: Class of 2024 says their goodbyes to LHS

by Emily Rice and Cara Morgan
May 21, 2024
Tammy Webster and members of the Mount Hebron girls' basketball team circa 1990 celebrate by jumping into the air (photo courtesy of Erica Farley, used with permission).

The power of perspective: How Tammy Webster smashes stereotypes with ALS

by Mia Lucas and Emily Rice
May 22, 2024
Students are able to take photos in the photobooth during prom.

[Photo] Lancer Spotlight: Prom being held on a Friday raises concern for student plans

by Cara Morgan, Reporter
April 22, 2024
Junior Cara Morgan poses during her dance as the audience cheers her on. (Photo by Sherry Tomaski - used with permission)

Lancer Spotlight 5/3/24: Linganore dancers take the stage at FCPS All-County High School Dance Festival

by Emily Rice and Mia Lucas
May 3, 2024
Senior Chloe Little poses alongside Principal Dillman during third lunch, as students complete taping him to the wall.

[Photo] Lancer Spotlight 3/28/24: National Honor Society Duct Tapes Dr. Dillman

by Cara Morgan, Reporter
March 28, 2024
The Black History Exhibit project is lining the halls of LHS to explain Black History in Frederick.

Lancer Spotlight 3/27/24: The Black History Exhibit Project takes residence at LHS

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
March 27, 2024
Thousands of women gather to protest abortion rights, which is seen as a key women's rights issue, on the streets of New York City. (Photo by Anna Watts - used with permission)

Women’s History Month: Why do we continue to celebrate?

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
March 14, 2024
Reporter Cara Morgan poses with her Combo 2 meal from Hangry Joe's Hot Chicken.

Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken: Frederick’s newest Nashville-style chicken restaurant takes the city by storm

by Emily Rice and Cara Morgan
March 6, 2024
Andrew Moxley signs his National Letter of Intent to continue running at Salisbury University.

#NationalSigningDay2024: Senior Andrew Moxley hurdles into Salisbury University

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
February 15, 2024
Senior Tucker Levinson signs to North Greenville University to continue playing lacrosse in college.

#NationalSigningDay2024: Tucker Levinson clears his way into North Greenville University

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
February 15, 2024
Kids line benches to participate in holiday mad libs and coloring by sight words with the National English Honor Society (NEHS).

Linganore’s 18th annual Candy Cane Lane decks the halls with holiday cheer

by Daniel Apau and Emily Rice
December 23, 2023

Embracing diversity: Linganore’s Multicultural Night brings community together

by Emily Rice and Daniel Apau
December 18, 2023
Widespread Country Market and Route 26 Threads are two new businesses in one that have recently opened in Libertytown. (Courtesy of Sierra Howell)

Linganore entrepreneur Sierra Howell takes the Maryland agriculture business by storm

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
December 6, 2023
Senior athletes who signed their National Letters of Intent pose for a photo after the ceremony.

#NationalSigningDay2023: Linganore’s top senior athletes commit to play in college

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
November 11, 2023
Gracie Wilson signs her National Letter of Intent to play softball at the University of Maryland next fall.

#NationalSigningDay2023: Gracie Wilson scores a spot on UMD softball team

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
November 10, 2023
Zach Dodson signs to play baseball at Frostburg University.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2023: Frostburg State University gains pitcher Zach Dodson

by Mallory Mills, Reporter
November 11, 2023
Georgia Sible poses with her parents after signing to Lock Haven University women's soccer team.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2023: Georgia Sible signs to Lock Haven to continue her soccer career

by Abby Childers, Sports Editor
November 13, 2023
Stephen Curry poses with his mother, father, and younger brother after signing to Seton Hall University

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2023: Stephen Curry takes the mound at Seton Hall University

by Abby Childers, Sports Editor
November 13, 2023
Love triangles are always creating arguments within the media. Fans debate: overall which couple is best?

Love Triangles: Which brother is better?

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2023
LHS Pom and Dance performs a kick-line during their routine at pep rally.

Annual Homecoming pep rally brings students together, builds school spirit

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
October 15, 2023
Junior Genevieve Vlha paints a child's face at the face paint booth at the community show.

[Photo] 49th annual community show creates inviting space for agriculture

by Mia Lucas, Editor-in-Chief
October 11, 2023
The heat in Linganore High School’s building is getting is out of control and signifcantly impacting the learning environment for students and staff.

Linganore HVAC system burns out as relentless heat continues

by Mia Lucas and Emily Rice
September 29, 2023
Barbie is joined by her real-life companions in the journey to get back Barbie Land. (Warner Bros. Pictures)

‘Barbie’ bashes the patriarchy

by Emily Rice, Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2023
An example of a student assignment with only the name written. If the new FCPS policy were to pass, students could do this and receive half credit.

“A slap to the face”: Teachers resist proposed FCPS grading policy

by Emily Rice, Managing Editor
January 10, 2023

Lancer Media Podcast: Michael Clark-Borenstein helps teens cope with mental illness

by Emily Rice and Kiefer Ely
November 29, 2022
Dungeons and Dragons consists of fantasy and role-playing that has recently been enhanced in popularity.

Lancer Spotlight 11/26/22: Dungeons and Dragons creates fantasy within LHS

by Kiefer Ely and Emily Rice
November 27, 2022
Senior Katie Healy signs her National Letter of Intent and commits to Frostburg State University for softball.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2022: Katie Healy slides her way into playing softball at Frostburg

by Mia Lucas, Editor-in-Chief
November 17, 2022
Alex Stuart signing her National Letter of Intent.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2022: Alex Stuart kicks her way to Eastern Kentucky University

by Avery Smith
November 11, 2022
Mandy Hill signing to Shepherd University

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2022: Linganore soccer star Mandy Hill signs to Shepherd University

by Mikayla Conners, Reporter
November 11, 2022
Savannah Donahue signs her National Letter of Intent to Queen's University.

[Photo] #NationalSigningDay2022: The Royals sign “an absolute brick wall:” Donahue commits to Queen’s University of Charlotte

by Izzy Manning, Reporter
November 11, 2022
Camryn MacKay signs her National Letter of Intent to continue her softball career at Gettysburg College.

#NationalSigningDay2022: MacKay signs to play softball at Gettysburg

by Emily Rice and Kiefer Ely
November 10, 2022
Senior athletes gather for photos after signing their National Letters of Intent.

#NationalSigningDay2022: Senior athletes sign their National Letters of Intent

by Emily Rice, Managing Editor
November 10, 2022
Freshmen Declan Lockwood and Ben Teslenko build their strength through weightlifting.

[Photo] The war for masculinity: The Jordan Peterson drama

by Kiefer Ely, Editor
October 31, 2022
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