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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

"As I walk into the museum, I feel as if I am stepping into a painting. I take a seat, and I’m instantly drawn into a world like no other."

Column: Walking the life of Vincent Van Gogh

Campbell Lester, Staff Writer January 25, 2022

If you asked random people what they know about Vincent Van Gogh, they’d say many things. He was an artist; he lived in a yellow house; he loved sunflowers; he cut off his ear; he went to an asylum;...

With discussion between students and staff about shortening the school week, The Red Ledger staff presents the presents the benefits of the option.

Editorial: Introducing a shorter school week

The Red Ledger Staff January 24, 2022

The five-day school week has been the standard for education for as long as students can remember. Although, many schools such as Dime Box ISD are adopting the new standard of four-day school weeks. The...

TRL's Ashlan Morgan and Sarah Hibberd share their thoughts on New Year's Resolutions. Sarah is pro-resolution and  Ashlan is against New Year's Resolutions.

New Year’s Resolutions

Sarah Hibberd and Ashlan Morgan January 11, 2022

With the new year, many create resolutions starting Jan. 1 to better themselves. TRL's Sarah Hibberd and Ashlan Morgan share their opposing views on the tradition.

"Although her old self, the woman we remember by her poise and perseverance, has faded, she has also brought a new light to the way I see the blessing of the mind."

Column: A beautiful mind

Ashlan Morgan, Staff Writer December 9, 2021

“Merry Christmas” has been her staple for two months even though it is just now the countdown of days we start opening Christmas advent calendars. “What do you want for Christmas?” has been a persistent...

"We wear their protection on our backs, and so we should wear their allegiance on our hearts."

Column: Allegiance

Sarah Hibberd, Staff Writer December 1, 2021

My grandfather was an interceptor pilot. The title itself doesn't appear to carry much value, yet every time I reveal its meaning to others, their eyes widen. The multitude of sacrifice and allegiance...

"The jar of blessings is a simple vessel my family uses in order to reflect. We are given so many opportunities in life, so many wonderful gifts that often go unnoticed."

Column: Jar of blessings

Eleanor Koehn, Staff Writer November 19, 2021

The jar contains so much but nothing at all. From an outsider’s perspective, my jar is plain. It is a simple mason jar, with a red sparkly ribbon tied around it. It is filled to the brim with folded...

Heed the holidays

Heed the holidays

November 16, 2021

TRL’s Anna Frost and Hannah Gonzalez share their opinions on the appropriate time to celebrate the holidays.

The high school has not had a college and career counselor since 2019. These counselors can help students find their path, either continuing their education or joining the workforce.

Editorial: Reintroducing college and career counseling position

The Red Ledger Staff November 9, 2021

The high school terminated the role of college and career counselor in 2019. Since then, the school has rotated through multiple counselors in each school year, but none have held the spot. College and...

"We don't say goodbye to it the day we turn eighteen and become legalized as adults. We say goodbye as we grow out of the carefree, pure people we used to know."

Candied Recollections

Sarah Hibberd, Staff Writer October 20, 2021

As children, adults would always tell us not to grow up too fast. Of course, when you're nine, twelve or even fifteen, that proposal means nearly nothing to you. However, it's not because it's a cliche...

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