Come on guys, let’s go to the Lounge!

By: Senior Naomi Hillard

We have a change shooting towards us this 2013-2014 school year, ladies and gentleman. A new place to dine, instead of the school cafeteria! That’s right, it will most likely be held in Mr. Haynes and Mrs. Brady’s old rooms, in 3rd hall. I’m talking about some foosball and other games to get excited about. But they do not stop there, my friends; there will be a microwave to heat up your yummy lunchables, or your food that you saved from a restaurant! Although the faculty and Principals are not too sure about how the criteria will be worked out for the upcoming Student Lounge, they have jotted down some ideas for what the lounge will contain. Mr. K mentioned that him, Mr. Key, Mr. Reihman, some teachers will be talking with each other about how they plan on working out what students will be able to join in the fun. You do not want to miss out on this, kids! Make sure to be on your BEST behavior just in case that’s the only way to get into the lounge. Maybe you can talk to Mr. K if you have any ideas for him? You and a group of friends could persuade him to put a coffee maker, and coffee in there (which is what I may do), or tell him to put some comfortable chairs in there so we can seriously “chill”. We could decorate the lounge so that the teachers know it belongs to us!? Let’s get creative and excited for this new idea because it’ll be coming as soon as possible!

“I’ve been waiting to be able to heat up my food that I bring in for lunch! This is awesome.” Nia Evans

“Yes! I can heat up my lunchables!!!” Naomi Hillard

“I’m so ready for this, comfortable chairs, here I come!” Caitlin Carter

NA, NA, NA, NA…HEY, HEY, HEY, GOOOODBYE!

By: Naomi Hillard

This volleyball year has been some sort of difficult because of the loss of our tall girls that we had last school year. Our team has become plenty of people shorter than it was when I was a freshman. But enough about what is wrong with our team because we have perks, plenty of perks; we work as a team, we talk as a team, we run as a team, we walk as a team, we play as a team, and we win as a team! I love my team, they love me. Judging on how we play in a game, we are great. We’re confident, and can hit very decent. I and the three other seniors very much appreciate our team this year/season and are going to miss the sport. What exactly will we miss, you ask? I have interviewed all of the seniors, including myself.

Caitlin Carter (# 21): “I am going to miss high school volleyball overall. My teammates are like my family, and you’ll never get that strong of a bond anywhere else. I am going to miss how passionate we all are, and sharing that passion with the other girls! I will most definitely miss my number and hope that it will be passed down to a girl that loves the game as much as me. I’m going to miss having seniority over the team, that’s a great feeling because you get to lead with the rest of the seniors (and it’s also funny making Payton mad). No matter if I go to college to play volleyball, this will ALWAYS be my number 1 team!”

Alexis Taylor (#10): “I’m going to miss having the close relationship that I’ve formed with my team throughout the years. I’ve been playing with these girls for so long, and they are like a different type of family to me. We are all there for each other, and I couldn’t ask for a better group of girls to spend so much time with. I will also miss the irreplaceable feeling that comes along with winning a rally, scoring an ace, or making a kill. I’ve become so passionate about volleyball, and it’s something that you have to be a part of to understand.”

Naomi Hillard (#7):  “I will for sure miss doing what I do best, spiking. I’ve always felt something about volleyball that I haven’t felt in any other thing that I do. I’ll miss the crowd in the stands that cheer for us every game. I’ll miss having a number on my back, my favorite number I might add. I’ll definitely miss my volleyball family, especially Payton Brown! I’ll miss how big it has become, I love them girls. I’ll miss playing the sport because I’m so excited when I play it. I’ll just miss my senior year being filled with my favorite sport!”

Haley Binkley (#3):  “I’m going to miss just being on the court in general. I loved being in the back-row and having a clear sight of the whole court. I’ll miss all the excitement when we put the ball down and come together. Honestly, I’ll miss standing out with the different color jersey. I’ll miss Naomi too, that’s my wife. <3 I’m going to miss playing another year of volleyball with Alexis, Nao, and Carter. I’ll miss saving the ball on a bad play and picking up the super hard hits. (They sucked…. A lot) I’ll miss it sooo much, especially my seniors and my setter (Payton Brown).

Freshman Advice

By: Ashley Crupper

Hello, Class of 2017! Welcome to Lloyd Memorial High School. You have officially began the best four years of your life, if you play the game right. I've interviewed several seniors to gather some advice to set a solid foundation for success in your high school careers. Good luck and enjoy because it's gone in the blink of an eye.

 

Hunter Schaaf: "Take your classes seriously because what you do now will either make your senior year easy and fun or difficult."

Mikayla Giordano: "Enjoy every year to the fullest because it goes by very quickly. Take your school work seriously because it does matter and it will make or break you."

Sarah Duncan: "Take all of your classes seriously. Do your best in every class. The hard work will pay off in the long run. Enjoy high school, before you know it, it will be over."

 

Caitlin Carter: "Do not get caught up in high school drama, it takes away from your school work and it's just a waste of time. It won't matter tomorrow. Stay on top of your assignments, the worst thing you want to do is fall behind because it's a struggle to get back up."

Misa Mason: "Take a shower, you don’t want to be known as the freshman who smells bad. Study for your tests and quizzes, you can’t pass if you don't and please don't hang out with your B.F.F. in the middle of the hallway. You're in the way of everyone."

 

Destiny McMillan: "Don't screw around at school. Your grades are important and everything you do matters."

College Classes

 

By: Laura Finke

High School is going to fly by, and soon we’ll be out of the safety net of Lloyd. It’s no new fact the college is different from high school. For most people it's like a new world. College is going to come whether we are ready or not. Lloyd counteracts this by offering NKU and Gateway classes to students as seniors. These classes do require you to work hard throughout high school in order take enroll, but in the end it’s so worth it.

  NKU classes are held by no other than Northern Kentucky University. The first semester consists of political science, college writing, and math 119. You may already know one of the teachers Ms. Jump. Math 119 is held every day while political science and college writing alternate days. Next semester includes math 129, speech, and intro to social work. There are the obvious benefits of preparing for college, but there are also some hidden benefits. The classes don’t start till 8:30 Monday through Thursday, and Friday classes aren't held to third period. Since Friday is a sixth period day we don’t have to be here till 10:15. According to Kristen Wesley, “It’s wonderful to come to school late and not actually be late.” From experience I can say sleeping in on a school day is beyond words. Academic factors contribute by having college credits before you even graduate. The NKU classes are free as long as you get above a “C” in each class. With the huge expense of college saving a few thousand or so is remarkable. Katherine Zumba states, “It’s a privilege and an opportunity to save money.”

   There is also another alternative, you can take Gateway classes. You actually get to go to the Gateway campus. English 101 is offered; the times differ from morning to evening. The classes are each a couple hours long, but don't freak you do get a twenty minute break. The same as NKU you do receive college credits. Stacey Rider states, "It's a little overwhelming at first, but it will be worth it in the end." There are chances to get a free period. Depending on when your class is you may not have a first period or be able to leave early to attend the class. Miranda Robbins feels, "That it is a great opportunity and a chance to experience college life." The cost follows the same guideline as the NKU classes. Actually getting to go to the campus gives you the feel of being an actual student.

  To some college seems so far away, but four years isn't long. This chance prepares you for what is coming ahead. The effort you put in now benefits you in the future. Besides the fact you are saving a lot of money, you get  to become a college student. Sure this seems like not a big deal, but with this economy a head start on a future career is great.