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The Red Ledger

The online student news source of Lovejoy High School

The Red Ledger

The online student news source of Lovejoy High School

The Red Ledger

Math and science

Math and science

Olivia Griffin, News Editor February 20, 2014

“Right, because I’m really going to be using Calculus and Trigonometry after I graduate.” “Why does it matter if America is falling behind other nations in school? We’re still the best!” “Because,...

Lightspeed Systems is used to block sites on school computers that may be harmful to an environment conducive to learning.

Blocked websites not set in stone

Hallie Fischer, Staff Reporter/Print Editor February 20, 2014

A student that has been in the district long enough knows the white screen, plastered with the message ‘Sorry, www.websiteexample.com is not currently accessible.” Above this message is the little...

After their exemplary performance at regionals, the robotics team advances to state.

Robotics advances to state

Ben Carder, Staff Reporter February 19, 2014

The robotics team has earned a spot in the state championship Saturday, Feb. 22 in Greenville. The team advanced to state after a strong showing in the regional meet in Richardson. Four robots were sent...

Academic motivation

Olivia Griffin, News Editor February 18, 2014

In an effort to excite students about their studies, PreCalculus teacher and school website manager Randy Brooks has launched a video campaign to get students enthused about taking AP classes and working...

All students have different preferences on whether one should bring or buy their lunch.

Home vs. school lunches

Jillian Sanders and Will Anderson February 17, 2014

It's an age-old debate: to bring or to buy. School lunches have a total smaller calorie count than home lunches because of the items being portioned out, however the food has more cholesterol and preservatives...

The anonymous source of many letters left around campus is now being revealed for the first time on The Red Ledger.

@LovejoyLoveLetters: Revealed

Catherine Hathaway, A&E Editor February 14, 2014

Valentine’s Day is known as a day when people are spreading joy to their loved ones, but, sometimes, people go the extra distance. An anonymous writer has been leaving love letters for unexpecting students...

Juniors partake in the Fitnessgram in the states effort to monitor and improve student health.

Fitnessgram part of alternative schedule

Claire Peralta, Staff Reporter February 14, 2014

Every year, students are required to do the state-mandated Fitnessgram. Consisting of  a mile run, push-ups, and trunk lifts along with other activities, it’s usually an event dreaded by most students....

Literature and humanities

Literature and humanities

Olivia Griffin, News Editor February 13, 2014

“And what exactly do you expect to do with that major?” “How in the world will that help you get a job?” With rising college costs and a more competitive job market, the study of the humanities...

Diagnosed with alopecia areata universalis, freshman Parker Rexford makes his way through the halls.

Alopecia: beyond appearances

Alyson Sudak, Staff Reporter February 12, 2014

It’s not cancer. His bald head leads many to think that’s what it is, but it’s not cancer. Freshman Parker Rexford finds himself repeating this statement over and over in response to questioning...

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