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The Student News Site of Lampasas High School

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Senate Bill 12 can restrict access to books and resources containing information regarding DEI.
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District Adjusts To Meet Senate Bill 12 Regulations On Book Access, Club Sponsorships
Joshua Truong, Photo Editor • September 3, 2025

Texas Senate Bill 12 (S.B. 12) went into effect Sep. 1 and made several adjustments to rights and requirements regarding school districts across...

Pep rallies aim to include and excite every student. 
Infographic by Ava Miller.
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Fewer Pep Rallies, More Spirit
Ava Miller, Online Editor • September 2, 2025

This football season, there are five home games, but only three pep rallies. “In past years, student participation and excitement have declined,”...

Message displayed in announcement section of district website.
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District Adjusts To New Cellphone Bill
J. Wright, Staff Reporter • August 29, 2025

In accordance with Texas House Bill 1481, cellphone usage is prohibited during school hours within the district. This bill prohibits usage...

A student in math teacher Kristina Hopkins' Academic period watches the Character Wednesday video Aug. 27.
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Character Wednesday Begins For Year
Janalice Wamsley, Staff Reporter • August 28, 2025

The first Character Wednesday of the 2025-2026 school year was yesterday during Academic period. The theme was “Attitude of Gratitude” and...

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World history and public speaking teacher Cole Wheeler teaches during 3rd period Aug. 27.
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Back To Badger
Morgan Parker, Social Media Editor • August 29, 2025

He used to walk the halls with a backpack, now he walks the halls with his coffee. He used to turn in homework, now he hands it out. He used...

Summer Crossword Answer Key
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Summer Crossword Answer Key
Morgan Parker, Staff Reporter • May 6, 2025

ANSWERS:   Across: A comfy place to lay and swing outside Hammock Common summer job for teens Lifeguard It’s important...

Senior staff take one final photo with advisor Kayla Cain
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Sincerely, Senior Staff
May 6, 2025

Jade Arzola The bittersweet end of my time here at Lampasas High School has arrived. The past four years I have gone through ups and downs,...

Junior Dean Hannibal works on the neck of his sculpture, smoothing it down in preparation to add the head.
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Finicky Final Forms
Jadyn Arzola, Editor-In-Chief • May 6, 2025

From making cups, plates, trays and whistles by hand out of clay, to making themselves. For many students, the end of the school year means...

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SB 12 affects students who differ in gender or sexual orientation. Infographic by Lucas Andrews.
Opinion: Texas Senate Bill 12 Harms Students Just For Being Different
Lucas Andrews, Staff Reporter • September 3, 2025

Texas Senate Bill 12, or SB 12,  passed the 89th legislature June 20 and went into effect Sep. 1. The bill prevents school districts from authorizing...

Many students question if they should or should not take a gap yar after graduation.
Should Students Take A Gap Year After Graduation?
Loreily Mejia and Lucas Andrews May 6, 2025

Along with removal of the DEI, Trump revoked several executive orders made to protect equality in workspaces. (More info can be found on whitehouse.gov) 
Infographic by Jadyn Arzola
Americans Are Boycotting Major Corporations, You Should Too
Jadyn Arzola, Editor-In-Chief • April 3, 2025

Under the role of President Donald J. Trump all diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and efforts have been removed and made illegal...

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The tennis team celebrates at Belton Aug. 26.
Sports
Tennis Beats Belton, Will Play Ellison Today
Kayden Biggars, Editor-In-Chief • August 29, 2025

The tennis team played against Belton Aug. 26 and won 12-7. They will play Ellison today. “[Belton] brought 10 boys and 10 girls this time...

Teagan Reiss competes in the 400 meter dash during home track meet March 27.
Sports
Sophomore Teagan Reiss Breaks School Record From 1997
Janalice Wamsley, Staff Reporter • April 3, 2025

Sophomore Teagan Reiss broke the school record for the 400 meter dash at the track meet in Fredericksburg March 22. “The toughest part of...

Sophomore Cinai Brady-Testamark practices after school Mon. March 31.
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Varsity Tennis Prepares For District
Juliet Cardona, Staff Reporter • April 2, 2025

The varsity tennis team traveled to Fredericksburg Friday for their game. Tennis coach Kenneth Peiser said the competition was “very good.”...

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