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Alyssa Mattison

Alyssa Mattison, Editor

Alyssa Mattison (@alyssa_mattison) is a senior participating in her third year of Journalism and her first year of being an Editor. Her interests include hiking, reading, and discovering new places with her friends.  She is an active member of Future Farmers of America (FFA) and has participated in Floriculture and Nursery & Landscape competitions. She is also a member of the French Honors Society after completing four French courses at Linganore. After school you can find her practicing for upcoming competitions or volunteering at Deer Crossing Elementary School.  When she graduates, she plans on attending Frederick Community College for two years, then transferring to a four-year college in hopes to find her passion in life.

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Seniors receive FCC certificates and say goodbye to the Little Lancers: Photo of the Day 5/23/16

Seniors receive FCC certificates and say goodbye to the Little Lancers: Photo of the Day 5/23/16

by Sylvia Nelson and Alyssa Mattison
May 24, 2016
The winning Quidditch team, the Whimsical Wizards, holding their snitch trophy after a nail-biting tie breaker game. From left to right: seniors Andrew Brady, Emma Roerty, Luke Staley, Nathan Horch, junior, seniors Ben Plugge, and Jacob Moorman.

The Whimsical Wizards win the 2016 Quidditch tournament

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
May 20, 2016
Senior Emily Gorham helps navigate senior Alyssa Mattison through the historical roads of Antietam (and only got lost twice).

We love Maryland: Top 10 places high school seniors should visit before leaving home

by Alyssa Mattison and Emily Gorham
May 18, 2016
Teams Dumblebees and the Daddies try their best to keep one hand on their pool noodle as they participate in the 2016 Quidditch match.

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Seniors Emily Gorham, Alyssa Mattison, Kaycee Oland, and Sara Combs pose for the camera before attending prom.

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Seniors Emily Gorham, Sara Combs, Alyssa Mattison, and Kaycee Oland smile for the camera (or try to smile at the same camera).

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Senior Brian Peterson smiles for Juniata College.

LHSsees2020: Brian Peterson hopes to help save the country at Juniata College

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
May 3, 2016
Senior Matt DeMember waits will anticipation for the start of college.

LHSsees2020: Matt DeMember anticipates life on the field at Grove City College

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
May 3, 2016
Teams enjoy the 2015 competition.

Harry Potter Alliance hosts second annual Quidditch tournament

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
May 3, 2016
Senior Matt DeMember waits will anticipation for the start of college.

[Photo] LHSsees2020: Kylan Connolly designs his future at Pratt Institute

by Tory Spruill, Reporter
April 29, 2016
Rachel Femiano pounces at the chance to go to Towson.

LHSsees2020: Rachel Femiano dances her way to Towson

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
April 25, 2016
(top left to right) seniors Leigh Rankin, Michelle Carter, Megan Leyh, Madeline Wodaski (bottom left to right) Lilliana Lopez, and Emily Jones celebrate 21 more days.

Class of 2016: French Honors Society says “au revoir” to high school with 21 days left

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
April 25, 2016
Brianna Scott swoops into Salisbury

[Photo] LHSsees2020: Brianna Scott swoops into Salisbury

April 23, 2016
Seniors from the National Art Honors Society celebrate 22 days left with the painting of two flamingos and a senior banner.

Class of 2016: National Art Honors Society sculpts their future with 22 days left

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
April 22, 2016
Juniors enrolled in English during the spring semester complete their junior interviews, a requirement in order to pass the class.

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Julie Hoover, a Financial Education Specialist for families, volunteers to interview junior Madison Smith.

[Photo] Juniors imagine life on the job: Photo of the Day 4/21/16

April 21, 2016
Lauren Thompson and Gina DeFranciscis Poster

[Photo] LHSsees2020: Lauren Thompson and Gina DeFrancisci room in the belly of the tiger

April 22, 2016
Laura Glawe slips into Slippery Rock.

[Photo] LHSsees2020: Laura Glawe slips into Slippery Rock

April 22, 2016
Sara Combs Poster

[Photo] LHSsees2020: Sara Combs rides the wave down to Florida Gulf Coast University

April 25, 2016
Three Linganore Teams participated in the Maryland FFA Spring Competition on April 2, 2016.

Two Linganore teams advance to National FFA competitions

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
April 20, 2016
(top left to right) seniors Ashley Abuelhawa, Kaycee Oland, Casey Thompson, Kasey Carns, Delaney Wagner (bottom left to right) Alyssa Mattison, Sabrina Moxely, and Megan Brown celebrate 25 days with flowers.

Class of 2016: Future Farmers of America blooms with anticipation of only 25 days left

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
April 19, 2016
Lloyd receives his award from the Maryland Music Educators Association.

Lloyd receives the Outstanding Music Teacher Award

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
April 18, 2016
Gryffindor members seniors Cory Haddock, Tony Komara, Hannah Laughter, Madelyn Grodahl, junior Brendan McCann, and freshman Macy Armagost pose with the 2016 House Cup.

Harry Potter Alliance names winner of House Cup: Photo of the Day 4/13/16

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
April 13, 2016
Seniors from the National Art Honors Society celebrate 22 days left with the painting of two flamingos and a senior banner.

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Mark Lastova, nominee for the FCPS Teacher of the Year Award, engages his students in discussion about engineering.

Mark Lastova nominated for 2016 Frederick County Teacher of the Year Award

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
April 12, 2016
Child Development two and three seniors create the number 31 with a popular sensory lesson, shaving cream and paint. (Back L to R) Renee Galtieri, Alyssa Mattison, Megan Gagne, Brittany Reid, Lauren Thompson, Jazlyn Hyde. (Front L to R) Aubrey Naill, Laura Glawe, Kaycee Oland.

Class of 2016: Child Development seniors celebrate 31 days with shaving cream

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
April 8, 2016
A Little Lancer hams for the camera during playground time. This image is part of the promotional materials for the course.

Not everything is AP: Child Development courses create stronger future parents, citizens and families

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
March 16, 2016
Little Lancers Preschool spring semester staff gather together for a group photo after the opening house.

Little Lancers celebrate new semester: Photo of the Day 3/3/2016

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
March 3, 2016
Senior Christian Thompson, co-president of the NAHS, works on his ceramics piece.

“I wish…”: Seniors reflect on the past four years

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
March 2, 2016
Hogan promises $6,000 to early graduates: Is it worth it?

Hogan promises $6,000 to early graduates: Is it worth it?

by Grant Kastel and Alyssa Mattison
February 23, 2016
Jeweliana Hendrickson

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Jazlyn Hyde

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Christian Thompson

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April Hopkins

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Jack Sharpless

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Stephin Derdeyn

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Linganore Plunge Team 2016

“Polar Bears” raise money for Special Olympics during annual Plunge: Photo of the Day 2/5/2016

by Alyssa Mattison and Anne Cameron
February 6, 2016

Poll: What do seniors wish they had done differently?

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
February 5, 2016
French students present their interpretation of Jean de la Fontaines fable the Ant and the Grasshopper.

Linganore excels at French language and culture day competition

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
November 4, 2015
Seniors Kaycee Oland, Alyssa Mattison, Sara Combs, Kasey Carns, and FFA advisor Thomas Hawthorne in front of the FFA sign at the Big E.

Maryland places second in Big E competition

by Alyssa Mattison, Editor
September 28, 2015
FFA adviser and Horticulture teacher Thomas Hawthorne at the Big E competition.

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Briana Pettaways Computer Graphics 3 project.

Briana Pettaway: Most likely to. . . design from behind the scenes

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
August 10, 2015
Junior Luke Staley argues against legalizing prostitution. during AP US History.

[Photo] Should prostitution be legal? Photo of the Day 6/11/15

June 11, 2015
Junior Luke Staley argues against legalizing prostitution. during AP US History.

Should prostitution be legal? Photo of the Day 6/11/15

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
June 11, 2015

[Video] Class of 2019 People you need to know: Mrs. Jamie Hendi, social studies

by Alyssa Mattison and Jackson Kinsey
June 10, 2015
AP Political Science and Government classes participate in a guided tour through the Capitol Building.

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The Capitol Building is known for its beautiful architecture and sculptures displayed throughout the building.

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Government students admire the paintings in the Rotunda.

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Government students listen through headphones as their tour guide informs them on the Rotundas history.

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The eye of the Rotunda, currently going through repairs, painted by Constantino Brumidi.

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Government students admire the beauty of sculptures in the Capitol Building Visitor Center.

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Tourists wait in line to view the inside of the Capitol Building.

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Jamie Hendis Government and AP Political Science classes pose by the steps in front of the Capitol Building.

[Photo] Students attend field trip to the Capitol: Photo of the Day 6/5/15

June 6, 2015
Toon Squad, the winners of the Harry Potter Alliance Clubs first Quidditch match, pose for the camera.

Harry Potter Club hosts first annual Quidditch match: Photo of the Day 5/23/2015

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
May 23, 2015
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[Photo] Little Lancers Graduate from Preschool: Photo of Day 5/27/2015

June 1, 2015

Twin Peaks and Full House scheduled to come back in 2016

by Alyssa Mattison and Jackson Kinsey
May 11, 2015
Horticulture students prepare for the LHS Plant Sale: Photo of the Day 4/24/2015

Horticulture students prepare for the LHS Plant Sale: Photo of the Day 4/24/2015

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
April 24, 2015
Linganore students demonstrate their talents in Destination Imagination

Linganore students demonstrate their talents in Destination Imagination

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
April 17, 2015
Maryland Task Force proposes a longer summer

Maryland Task Force proposes a longer summer

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
March 20, 2015
Pre-Vet class dissects pigs: Photo of the Day 2/27/2015

Pre-Vet class dissects pigs: Photo of the Day 2/27/2015

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
February 27, 2015
Week of February 21: FFA celebrates agriculture heritage

Week of February 21: FFA celebrates agriculture heritage

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
February 21, 2015
Elizabeth Peterson entered her painting based off the movie Fight Club into the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards competition. She received the Silvery Key award.

Seven win Scholastic Art Awards: Photo of the day 2/5/2015

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
February 6, 2015
Sophomore Julia Peigh dances during an indoor color guard performance.

Julia Peigh: Most likely to. . . see a world through a different lens

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
July 28, 2014
Brittney Garsts Read 180 class holsd a banner that signifies their accomplishment of reading 3 million words.

Photo of the Day 6/6/14: Read 180 classes celebrate 3 million words

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
June 12, 2014
Left to right: Noah Ismael, Mrs. Natalie Rebetsky, and a representative from Key 103

Rebetsky wins Heart of Learning contest

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
June 6, 2014
Sophomores Alyssa Mattison, Sabrina Moxely, Kaycee Oland, Danielle Jagerson, Bobby Knott, Kasey Carns and junior Kira Zimmerman help serve ice cream during the Ice Cream Social.

Photo of the Day 5/27/2014: FFA celebrates teachers with a tasty treat!

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
May 29, 2014
Senior Andrew Walker, junior Elizabeth Moore and freshman Desmond Crooks smile for the camera during the bowl-a-thon.

Key Club enjoys annual Bowl-a-thon

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
May 22, 2014
Prom 2014: Lancer Media takes red carpet photos

Prom 2014: Lancer Media takes red carpet photos

by Julia Peigh and Alyssa Mattison
May 14, 2014
Mrs. Brittney Garst shows her class how many words they have read as of Monday, April 28th, 2014.

Can you read 3 million words?

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
May 7, 2014
Mrs. Brittney Garst tracks her students progress and displays it on a board.

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Sophomore students Noah Ismael and Jacob Butehorn smile for the camera after finishing the sculpture.

Canstruction comes to life!

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
May 1, 2014
Spring breakers at a beach in South Florida.

We want our vacations back! Give us “cyber days?”

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
April 25, 2014
Spring breakers at a beach in South Florida.

Poll: Wish we had a real spring break? We should have had cyber days

by Alyssa Mattison, Reporter
April 14, 2014
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