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The Student News Site of Lampasas High School

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Skyward attendance tab shows where teachers can mark students tardy.
News
Updated Tardy System Implemented
Joshua Truong, Photo Editor • September 5, 2024

Teachers can now mark students late for class by clicking a button in the tardy-column of Skyward. This has allowed teachers to  handle class...

Varsity football players run out of Badger tunnel Aug. 30.
News
District Installs New Outdoor Sports Screen
Lucas Andrews, Staff Reporter • September 4, 2024

Installed by the district as a new means of bringing in income through advertisements, a  $250,000 Outdoor Sports Display screen from Watchfire...

New mural recognizes UIL district champions.
News
New Improvements, Decor Encourage Badgers
Morgan Parker, Staff Reporter • September 3, 2024

New positive messages on the stairs and cafeteria windows, a State of Texas UIL sign with recent championship years, a “Recognition Of Excellence”...

Officer Rodriguez patrols during lunch Aug. 30.
News
New Officer Hopes To Inspire Students
Sumiko Lemari, Online Editor • September 3, 2024

Lampasas Police Department officer Carlos Rodriguez has started his first year working as a school resource officer at the high school. “When...

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Cheerleaders performing at the football game Aug. 30.
Feature
Sophomore Cheerleaders Participate In Their First Varsity Game
Janalice Wamsley, Staff Reporter • September 6, 2024

Sophomore varsity cheerleaders cheered at their first varsity football game Aug. 30. Sophomore Jade Guzman said the cheerleaders got to the...

Spanish teacher Stephanie Vanliew and sophomore Mariella Robledo share their goals for the year.
Feature
Students, Teachers Set Goals For School Year
Katie Johnson, Sr. Social Media Editor • September 6, 2024

Newly waxed floors gleam from the overhead lights that line the hallways. Students begin filing in, new shoes, pencils and ambitions at the ready.  Goals...

New assistant principal Kristin Montague has taught everything from first grade to twelfth grade and has served on several different leadership committees throughout different districts.
Feature
High School Welcomes New Assistant Principal
Janalice Wamsley, Staff Reporter • August 29, 2024

Kristin Montague is starting her 20th year of education in a new position: assistant principal.  “I’ve been on elementary and middle...

A freshman group of friends talks during lunch Aug. 26.
Feature
A Fresh Start
Loreily Mejia, Social Media Editor • August 27, 2024

As the 2024-2025 school year begins, many are preparing to continue their education to the next level, while others are preparing to leave high...

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Creating a seating chart for students can provide a sense of productivity as they are required to sit away from disruptive peers and work on their assignments.
Are Seating Charts Valuable To Sudents Education?
Juliet Cardona and Loreily Mejia August 26, 2024

Clownfish swims around the coral in a saltwater tank.
Opinion: Saltwater Aquariums Are Easier Than People Think
Joseph Neuenschwander, Photo Editor • May 8, 2024

Many people claim that saltwater fish tanks are expensive, hard to own, expensive and require a massive tank. However, there is a difference...

"The Tortured Poets Department" search results on Apple Music.
Review: Taylor Swift's Latest Album Captures Struggles of Adulthood That Younger Audience Fails to Understand
Jadyn Arzola, Online Editor • April 30, 2024

World famous singer-songwriter Taylor Swift released her eleventh studio album (not counting re-recordings), The Tortured Poets Department, at...

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Sophomore Shawn Roberts hurdles during a race at the home track meet while Principal Joey McQueen holds the starting pistol.
Sports
Athletes Compete at Regional Track Meet
Katie Johnson, Social Media Editor • May 6, 2024

Many Badgers participated in the track and field regional competition in Bullard April 19, but no athletes advanced to state.   “I...

Senior Aspen Wheeler hops onto home plate as her teammates cheer at the softball game against Robinson last night.
Sports
Softball Team To Compete In Second Playoff Game Tonight
Morgan Parker, Staff Reporter • April 26, 2024

The Lady Badger Varsity softball team will compete in their second playoff game tonight in Waco at 7 p.m. Last night they competed in their first...

Girls receive medals at regionals meet March 1.
Sports
Four Girls Compete In State For Powerlifting
Jadyn Arzola, Online Editor • March 28, 2024

Juniors Hailey Palmer and Ariana Bermundez, sophomore Alison Gonzalez, and senior Addison Berry, who broke the school deadlift record of 20 years...

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