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•Homecoming Court Spotlights (pp. 4-11) •Parlez-Vous staff (pp. 3-4) •Summer Stories (pp. 14-15) •New School Board Policies (pg. 17) •Pinterest Project (pg. 16)

Summer •Homecoming Proposal Ideas Back-To-School (pp. 21-22) •Important Dates for Homecoming Seniors (pg. 17) 2018 22 News September 2018 September 2018 Meet Our Staff 33 Parlez-Vous Staff Editors Quote of the Month Kaitlyn Daigle “I have no special talent. I am Hannah Michel only passionately curious.” - Albert Einstein Senior Staff Writers Hannah Kuhn Kate Manuel Taylor Lejeune Joke of the Month Liam Jochum Olivia Cart What did one stick of butter say to Emma Bearb the other stick of butter? Hailey Corcoran “You’re my butter from another udder!” Junior Staff Writers From left to right (standing): Hannah Michel, Kate Manuel, Liam Jochum, Britney Lahocki, Alyssa Magnon, Darian Jacob, Hannah Kuhn Maribeth Cowart (kneeling): Taylor Lejeune, Hailey Corcoran, Kaitlyn Daigle, Maribeth Cowart, Olivia Cart, Emma Bearb Darian Jacob Questions? Comments? Concerns? Britney Lahocki Contact Mrs. Manuel in room 231. Name: Kaitlyn Daigle Name: Hannah Michel Name: Olivia Cart Alyssa Magnon Grade: 12th Grade: 12th Grade: 12th Staff Position: Co-Editor-In-Chief Staff Position: Co-Editor-in-Chief Staff Position: Design Editor Other Clubs/Organizations: Student Council, Other Clubs/Organizations: Sign Language Club, Other Clubs/Organizations: Band, Yarn Arts Club, Sponsor: LINK Crew, Beta, and NHS Science Olympiad, Astronomy Club, and Louisiana and NHS The LHS mission is to inspire and What do you do outside of school? I have been Legislative Youth Advisory Council What do you want to do after high school? My Mrs. Manuel dancing for 14 years and competing for three of What do you do in your free time? Free time? plan is to major in architecture at Auburn Univer- empower students within a disciplined, aca- those years. What’s that? sity.

demic environment to become ethical, Name: Kate Manuel Name: Taylor Lejeune Name: Hannah Kuhn Grade: 12th Grade: 12th well-rounded contributors to society. Grade: 12th Staff Position: Political Correspondent Staff Position: Business Manager Staff Position: Copy Editor Other Clubs/Organizations: Marching and Con- Other Clubs/Organizations: Band, Astronomy Other Clubs/Organizations: NHS and Link Crew cert Band, NEHS, NHS, Youth Political Involvement, Club, and NHS What are your hobbies? I love to bake whenever Student Council, Psychology Club, Tennis, Key Do you plan on living anywhere else in your I get the chance. I’m also a plant freak, so I’m con- Club, and Alpha Omega life? I want to live in a cabin in the woods for Follow stantly watering my little plant children. What’s your favorite pastime? Snowboarding in a while, doesn’t matter where. On the flip side, @parlezvousnewspaper New Mexico. maybe Australia for some time. on Instagram and Name: Liam Jochum Name: Emma Bearb Name: Hailey Corcoran @ParlezVousNews on Grade: 12th Grade: 12th Grade: 12th Staff Position: Senior Staff Writer Twitter for updates Staff Position: Social Media Director Staff Position: Senior Staff Writer Other Clubs/Organizations: Band and Astronomy Other Clubs/Organizations: President of the Other Clubs/Organizations: Beta, NHS, Speech between each month Club French Club and NHS and Debate, Sign Language Club, Student Council, What is your fighting style? Curled up in the fetal What is your most prized possession? I love my Spirit Club, and Link Crew position on the floor? cat, Asher, more than anything else I own. What body part wouldn’t you mind losing? Ears are unnecessary when you have hands. 4 Spotlights September 2018 September 2018 Spotlights 55

Name: Britney Lahocki Spotlights, Camera, Homecoming with the Grade: 11th Staff Position: Sports Correspondent Action Concussed Will Delahoussaye Bad and Bougie Other Clubs/Organizations: Choir, Choir Leadership Team, Beta, HOSA, and Football Manager by Alyssa Magnon by Maribeth What is your dream job? I want to be an Anesthesiologist. by Hannah Kuhn Junior Staff Writer Copy Editor Cowart Name: Darian Jacob Junior Staff Writer Grade: 11th Name: Thalia Brown Name: Annie Castille Staff Position: Junior Staff Writer What clubs or Clubs/organizations/sports: Lady Lions Varsity Soccer, Student Name: Ashley Council, Beta, NHS, Serteens, Environmental Club, Alpha Omega, Other Clubs/Organizations: Band and Astronomy Club organizations Curtice What do you plan to do after finishing high school? Sleep are you involved and Younglife. What made you want to be on Homecoming Court? I love how What in? Volleyball and Name: Alyssa Magnon the Court can bring a bunch of girls together and create lifelong organizations Grade: 11th Basketball friendships. Also, my mom was on the Court her senior year. or clubs are Staff Position: Junior Staff Writer What made What was your reaction when you found out you made you in? Student Homecoming Court? I literally squeezed the life out of my friends’ Other Clubs/Organizations: Sign Language Club you try out for Council, NHS, and What do you enjoy doing outside of school? I like to read and write, but I Homecoming hands. also enjoy hanging out with friends. What part of Homecoming Court are you most excited about? cheerleading. Court? Why not? It’s I’m excited for the Homecoming Court sleepover where we plan all Why did you join Name: Maribeth Cowart, but you can get my attention by yelling any kind something different of our Homecoming week outfits and bond. those? Because I of gibberish in my direction. that some people Have you picked out your dress and Court suit yet? What do had a lot of friends they look like? I got my Court suit the day I found out, and it’s Grade: 11th would not have that were doing it, Staff Position: Junior Staff Writer thought I would do. baby blue with a silver hat, bow, and gloves. My Homecoming dress is a simple little wrap around black dress. and they [the clubs] Other Clubs/Organizations: Formerly, Board Game Club. If any teacher out What is your there is willing to sponsor it again, please let me know. If you weren’t running for Homecoming Queen, who would you seemed like a good favorite class this vote for? Rebekah Dekerlegand because she’s an amazing gal and Favorite office supply? The humble paperclip thing to do to get to year? P. E . an even better friend. know people. Do you have a Homecoming date? I’m going to the dance with What is your least How old are you? favorite class this the concussed Will Delahoussaye. If you could pick 17 year? Biology ll the Homecoming What’s your favorite color? Purple What is your favorite high school memory? All of the football theme, what would What are your plans for the future? College, and then hopefully games. it be? Definitely get a job that I like. Still trying to figure out what that is. space themed. What song do you hope to hear at Homecoming this year? Can a match box? Sure “Choppa Style” What will you do if you win What’s your favorite class? English What’s your favorite color? Light blue Homecoming Describe your personality in three snacks: Gushers, Takis, and ice If you weren’t going to Homecoming, what would you be doing? Queen? Give my cream. Chilling at my house. parents the biggest What’s your favorite word or phrase? Mind over matter. hug ever, since they Do you have any pets? No What social media do you use the most? Snapchat What is your favorite song? “Sorry Not Sorry” by Demi Lovato spent so much on me. What is your all-time favorite feel-good movie? Set it Up. It’s on How did you feel when you heard you were on the Homecoming Why should Netflix. 10/10 would highly recommend. Court? Very nervous and shocked people go to Do you have any pets? Yes, one dog. What are you doing before Homecoming? Just getting ready for Homecoming? It’s What do you do once you get home from school? Normally take a a fun high school the dance. nap, or I’ll go work out. What is your favorite book? To Kill a Mockingbird experience that you don’t want to miss. What is your favorite weather? Sunny If you don’t win Homecoming Court, who would you want to You get to dress up How often do you sleep in class? I try not to, but I do. Pretty often. win? Kendall Gloston all fancy with your Favorite Vine? The dinosaur kid. What color is your Homecoming dress? Red friends and just What’s your favorite quote? Bad and Bougie I guess, I don’t know. dance the night Do you have or want a date to Homecoming? No Cane’s or Taco Bell? Ooh, Taco Bell. What is a hobby you enjoy? Playing basketball. away. What song do you Are you excited to be on the Homecoming court? Yes. I’m very What is a goal you hope to accomplish this year? I want to have hope they play at excited. the best senior year. Homecoming? “Wipe Me Down” by Boosie. potlights September 2018 September 2018 potlights 6w6 S S 777 #CFAftw Claire the Pomegranate Burgandy? Maroon? Same Enough by Hannah Michel Thing? by Hannah Michel Co-Editor-In-Chief by Olivia Cart Design Editor by Hailey Corcoran Co-Editor-In-Chief Senior Staff Writer Name: Rebekah Dekerlegand Name: Gabbie Gary Name: Claire Organizations/Clubs: Cheerleading, NHS, Serteens, Alpha and Organizations/Clubs: Dupleix Name: Monique Gallien. In sports, I’m just Mo. Omega, and Younglife Track, Younglife, and What clubs/ Clubs and Organizations: Student Council, Beta, NHS, Pride Club, How did you feel when you heard that you were on the Court? Alpha Omega organizations Volleyball, and Softball My initial reaction was that this was unbelievable, and I was overly How did you feel are you involved Why did you run for Homecoming Court? I ran because seniors ecstatic. I’m so grateful that I get the opportunity to be a part of when you heard in? I’m in band, who were on it in the past told me that this was an experience I’d court. that you were on Serteens, NHS,Yarn never forget. What is your hardest class this year and why? I’m so lucky. I only the court? I was very Arts Club, Alpha What color is your Homecoming dress? Burgundy. Or maroon. Are have one class at LHS: English. So I guess I’d have to say it technically surprised because I did Omega and HOSA burgundy and maroon the same thing? is the hardest. not expect it, but I’m so Are you in any What came first: the chicken or the egg? Chicken? Wait egg. I What color is your Homecoming dress? I’m the most indecisive grateful and honored to leadership don’t know person on the planet, so I actually don’t have one yet. have the experience. positions? I’m Mike or Ike? Mike is way cooler than Ike. Curly fries or waffle fries? Definitely waffle fries. #CFAftw What show are you a section leader Any hidden talents? I type really fast on a computer, and I’m really What are your pre-Homecoming plans? My adorable friend, unashamed to admit in band and the good at losing my ID. Gabbie Gary, planned a special sit-down dinner for all of us, and you binge watch? vice president of What is your favorite Homecoming memory? Last year at they’re going all out for our senior year. I’m so excited. Friends Serteens. Homecoming, I saw my chemistry teacher Mrs. Walz getting it down Do you have or want a date to Homecoming? I surprisingly am What style is your Why did you better than anyone else at the dance. Highlight of my night. excited about going solo to Homecoming this year. It’ll be the first Homecoming dress? I want to do What are your hopes for the DJ this year? I hope zydeco is not time, and I’m excited to focus the night on having fun and dancing normally would go for a Homecoming Court? I wanted to give it a shot because it’s always played, but if it is I’ll still be on the dance floor. with my friends. pretty simple dress, but seemed so fun. Where are planning to buy your suit? Either at Herringstone’s in How many and this year my dress is a What was your reaction when you found out you made the Lafayette or Morgan Claire in Baton Rouge. what types of pets little more elegant and it is fitted. Court? I was so surprised. I was not expecting it at all. How did you feel do you have? I Who did you want to be as a kid and why? I used to want to be What would you do if you won? Honestly, I have no idea, probably when they called have one teacup Hannah Montana because I thought her life was so cool. Who didn’t cry. your name? I felt poodle named want to be Hannah Montana? What’s your favorite part about Homecoming week? blessed and thankful, Lizzy. How many and what types of pets do you have? I just have one Participating in the dress-up days. knowing how lucky What song little white, fluffy dog. She is a maltipoo, but thinks she is a human. What does your dress look like? It’s purple and glittery. I am to get this have you been What songs do you hope to hear at Homecoming? I am hoping to What do you look forward to doing on Homecoming Court? opportunity. jamming out to hear some good 2000s throwback jams. Getting to know all of the amazing girls on Court. Who do you want lately? Anything How would you describe your time here at Lafayette High? I’ve What advice do you have for people running for Homecoming to be your escort? besides “In My really enjoyed my time here at Lafayette High. I’ve been so lucky to Court in the future? Just know it’s not the end of the world if the Good question. Feelings”… have a lot of amazing teachers and friends. results aren’t as you hoped for. *laughs* I have no What songs do If you weren’t going to Homecoming, what would you be doing? What song do you hope to hear at the dance? “Ayy Ladies” clue. you hope to hear I would probably be hanging with friends, shopping, or sleeping. If you could bring any celebrity as your date, who would it be? Heels or flats? Heels, at Homecoming? If you were suddenly arrested, what would your friends and Shawn Mendes any day. My pregame family assume you did wrong? I would be the person to do Who’s your favorite teacher on campus? Mr. Walker What is your favorite is always something stupid that I didn’t realize was illegal. Favorite movie? Any of the Harry Potter series. opinion on farms? Waka Flocka “No Which of your friends do you think has hidden dancing skills? Who’s your celebrity crush? The Durbulence When I get old and Hands,” so I hope Annie Castille Where do you plan on going to college? Loyola or LSU retire I want to live on they play it at least What’s your favorite word and why? My favorite word is “enough” If you could be any fruit, what would you be? A pomegranate one. once. because it is powerful and is always a good reminder. 8 Spotlights September 2018 September 2018 Spotlight 9 Bad Chick Alert Classy and Chic Reddit Queen Lucky Charms in Almond Milk by Darian Jacob by Kaitlyn Daigle by Britney Lahocki Junior Staff Writer Co-Editor-In-Chief Sports Correspondent by Liam Jochum Social Media Director Name: Kate Name: Kendall Simone Gloston Name: Madeleine Manuel Clubs and Activities: Pride Club President, Senior Class President, Krauss Name: Hannah Leger What Clubs/ NHS, and Key Club What clubs are you involved in? Serteens, Beta, NHS, and Tennis organizations Organizations: are you a How does it feel to be on Homecoming Court? It feels like a dream NHS, Young Life, and How many classes are you taking this year? Five part of? Band, come true, honestly. LHS Dance Team Glow-in-the-dark stars or string lights? Both. I have stars on my Alpha Omega, What do you think is the best part about being on Court? I think What made you ceiling currently, but I’ve always wanted to add some lights. Newspaper, NEHS, the best part about being on Homecoming Court is knowing that want to join What would you consider the stupidest way you’ve injured NHS, YPI, Key Club, Homecoming people at your school look up to you as a role model. yourself? I fell off my parents’ bed when I was three and fractured my and Younglife. Court? Hearing Cats or Dogs? Why do you want to be queen? I already consider myself a queen about it from the arm. They didn’t take me to the doctor until two weeks later because Dogs because I know my worth, and I have lots of respect for myself and girls last year. They they thought I was being dramatic. What color will others, so becoming the LHS Homecoming Queen would be the told me how much If you had to choose a different career option what would it be you be wearing? I icing on the cake. My mom was also Homecoming Queen when she fun it was and and why? I’d be a missionary to travel and spread Jesus’ love. wish I knew. convinced me to try was in high school, so it would be nice to carry on the tradition. Which matters more, the journey or the end result? The journey. It In what building out this year. have you had the Do you have any advice for people running for Court next year? What are you develops who you are at the end. most classes? 200 Be confident, have faith in yourself, and be humble. most excited for Who or what has inspired you most to succeed throughout high What is your Do you have any advice for freshman starting their high school while being on school? David Stanley. He’s my BFF and has proved to me that I can favorite cereal? journey? Always stay true to yourself, always be a leader, not a Homecoming do anything I put my mind to. Lucky Charms in Court? That’s a follower, and keep school first. What’s the longest amount of time you’ve gone without sleep? almond milk. tie between the How tall do you Are you usually early, late, or right on time? Early Homecoming My friends and I attempted to pull an all-nighter at nerd camp, so like think Dr. Thornton is? 6’4” Do you prefer Pep Rally and 20 hours? Home girl needs her beauty sleep. Who is the school’s funniest teacher? Mr. Musumeche Homecoming or dressing up in the Which teacher would win the ‘best dressed’ award? Ms. Martin. What’s your favorite Disney movie? Does Star Wars count? No? In Prom? Prom Homecoming suits for the game. She’s always killin’ the game. that case, The Lion King. What is the color of your Homecoming dress? Haven’t decided Who is your What hobbies What Disney prince would you date? Eric from The Little Mermaid, yet, but I’m thinking of going with black and gold. obviously. celebrity look- What song(s) do you want to hear at Homecoming? All the do you have? How long has it been since a drum major has been on the Court? alike? Ashanti throwback songs. I attempted The last one was maybe four years ago. Do you plan on Pizza or ice cream? Pizza knitting once. Should there be boys on the Court? On the basketball court. going to college? Netflix or Hulu? Netflix Do you have What was your first reaction when you were voted on to the Who is your inspiration? Why? Blake Lively because she is perfect Major? Yes, nursing. any songs stuck Court? Shocked. and has an amazing style. Being in the position you are in now, what would you like any Favorite song: Do you have a date to Homecoming? If so, Who is it? Yes, my in your head future nominees to know? Buy your suit as soon as you can. “Dangerously in friend JT Kempfer. right now? “Get What’s your favorite dog breed? Chocolate Lab Love” by Beyoncé What is your style of fashion? Classy and chic when I dress up, but it Ready, Ready,” Apple or Android? Apple Favorite movie: mostly sporty because I dance a lot. by DJ Jubilee. I Who is your favorite artist? Currently, Anderson .Paak What are your pre-Homecoming plans? Going out to eat and Poetic Justice think it’s because What’s your favorite TV show? That 70’s Show hanging out with friends. What is your opinion on Terry Crews? He spells his name weird. Favorite quote: Who is your favorite song artist? Kanye West I’m so excited for Would you rather grow 10 inches in height or be blonde and “Anything worth What is your favorite song to jam to? “No Option” by Post Malone the Homecoming why? Blonde because I don’t want to be *counts on fingers* 6’7 having at all is worth What is the best place to eat before Homecoming? Zea’s or Tokyo dance to be What teacher would most likely have been Homecoming Queen working for and Live honest. during their senior year? Greg Nelson Who is your celebrity crush? Chris Hemsworth waiting for.” - Betty How up-to-date Where would someone most likely find you outside of school? If you could be a Disney princess, who would it be and why? Band Wright Mulan because of how strong and independent she is. are you with If the Homecoming Dance could be anywhere in the world, Favorite celebrity: What are your plans for college? Majoring in biological memes? I am a where/when would it be? In the Flapper era, a real Great Gatsby Angela Davis engineering at LSU Reddit Queen. party. 10 Spotlights September 2018 September 2018 Spotlights 11

My Mom is Allergic to No Good Things About Snakes HOCO MODE Dancing Queen Goldfish by Kate Manuel by Emma Bearb Political Correspondent by Liam Jochum by Taylor Lejeune Senior Staff Writer Business Manager Social Media Director Name: Tabitha Thai Name: Jillian Venable Any Nicknames? Tabby Name: Jillian Stutes What inspired you Name: Emma Muffoletto Organizations involved in: Cheerleading and Ping Pong Club Clubs/Organiza- to try out for Home- What clubs are you involved in? Student Council, Link Crew, NHS, How many years have you been a cheerleader? 5 years tions: Serteens and coming Court? I Cheerleading, and Environmental Club What are you most excited for about being on Court? Getting to cheerleading remember seeing my How many classes are you taking this year? Three know everyone on court. Had you intended friends make court last Are you dual enrolling any classes this semester? Yes; Environ- Best Homecoming memory? Getting ready with my best friends on running for the year and seeing how mental Science. before Homecoming every year. Court, or was it a much fun it was for If you had the choice to pick Homecoming King, who would you What song do you hope they play at the dance? “SICKO MODE” sudden decision? I them and how they choose? David Stanley by Travis Scott had intended on it. gained new friends What teachers would you nominate for Homecoming Queen/ Who is your dream Homecoming date? Ethan Mouton *winks* Favorite social and got closer with King? J. Cole What is your favorite part of LHS? The school is so big that you media platform? the other girls on What are you looking forward to most about senior year? Gradu- could literally meet someone new every day. Snapchat. Court, and I thought ating with all of my friends. What is your plan before the dance? Eat and take pictures with What was your fa- that I should at least If you had the chance to learn to play an instrument, what would my friends. vorite school dance give it a shot. you play and why? Guitar because it sounds really pretty. What is your go-to song to get ready to? “September” by Earth, so far and why? What color is your What do you plan on majoring in for college? Psychology Wind, and Fire Junior Homecoming, Homecoming dress? What’s your dream college to go to? Duke University What teacher are you most like at LHS? Mr. Nelson because the people I Red Where are you applying for college? University of Louisiana What’s your highest snapchat streak? 356 went with were fun. What are your plans What’s the weirdest dream you’ve had that you can remember? With whom? Matt Sav What do you like for before the dance? I was at Blue Bayou with my family, got lost, and ended up in the What are your about being on the I don’t know exactly yet, but getting ready with my friends and din- underworld. plans for college? Court? Getting to know other girls on the Court. ner with my awesome date, David Stanley. What kind of music To major in Biology. Does anything sound appealing about being a truck driver? Do you have any plans after the dance? Possibly a sleepover with do you listen to when If you won the lot- Nope. my friends. you’re sad? Country tery, what’s the first Best thing about snakes? There are no good things about snakes. Briefly describe your Court suit. I have a black dress with a blue Where is your favorite thing you’d buy? A What are you least looking forward to during the dance? Sweat- tweed jacket, and a black hat with a white bow. place to shop? Old white G Wagon. ing. What was your parents’ reaction to you making it on the court? Navy What are you most Is the time before the dance better than the time after? Nope, My mom was so proud of me. She’s always been so supportive of What are your plans grateful for today? after is better. me and was incredibly happy for me when she found out I made it. for the zombie apoca- I’m most grateful Long road trips: love ‘em or hate ‘em? Love ‘em. What do you think your chances are of winning Homecoming lypse? Wing it for my friends and Opinion on Wonder Woman? Eh, I don’t really know. Queen? I don’t think I have that great of a chance; I just feel hon- What is your favorite family who endlessly What musical is your favorite, if any? Um, probably Waitress be- ored to be on the court and represent LHS. color? Light blue support me. cause that’s the only one I’ve seen live. How would you celebrate if you won? I would go out to eat with What’s the biggest Favorite type of Which part of Homecoming day do you not have planned? None. my family and friends and eat a ton of dessert. lie you’ve ever be- flowers? Lillies Do your freshman year ideas of senior Homecoming differ than Who, of all the other girls that made it, are you betting will What’s a class you lieved? My mom was reality? As of right now, yes. win? I think it’s fair game, and any one of these deserving girls can wish was offered at allergic to goldfish so Anything to say to anyone afraid to try for the Court in the win. LHS? I wish that LHS couldn’t get one at future? Do it! It’s great to get to know other girls you never thought Would you say this is very competitive or more of a friendly offered an English the fair. you’d be friends with. competition? 100% friendly. None of us are catty towards each class taught by Frank How do you feel about people who don’t want to go to the other, and we all see this as a way to make memories, have fun, and Ocean. dance? Eh, it is what it is. become closer during this week. 1212 Reviews September 2018 September 2018 Reviews 13

New TV Drama and a TCA Award for Out- hop album, while “Side B” is more R&B and Travis Scott, Astroworld - Scott’s and life lessons. Avid fans will recognize a ent translations, you can also find it under standing New Drama. pop. third studio album, Astroworld, is named few songs that have carried over from the the name Aqua. Aria has an intriguing This Is Us after the closed-down theme park Astro- first movie, as well. premise with chill pacing and appealing by Darian Jacob I strongly recommend it to any high Florence and the Machine, High as world in Houston, Texas. The album blends While the movie is a romantic come- art. Aria is set beginning in the year 2301, Junior Staff Writer schooler with easy access to basic cable. Hope- High as Hope is the English indie rock elements of psychedelic and trap music into dy, it also harbors lessons of profound loss after humans had flooded, terraformed, and (Remember to do your homework before band’s fourth studio album, released Apr. a unique hip-hop style. and the struggles of being independent. modified Mars (now called Aqua) to sustain watching TV.) 18. This album is focused around Florence The main cast returns for the journey, as This Is Us currently has two full sea- (Sources: https://genius.com/albums, well as a few new faces along the way. human life. The main character, Akari Mizu- sons with an episode runtime of an hour with Welch, lead singer, overriding her feelings of https://www.billboard.com/articles/col- Of course, this movie is not for ev- nashi, moved from Earth at the beginning commercials and 42 minutes without. Season “loneliness and pain” with hope, hence the umns/chart-beat, https://pitchfork.com/ eryone. People tend to over-criticize every of the story to live in the city of Neo-Venizia, news) aspect of new movies, but at the end of 3 is set to premiere Tues. Sept 25, and by the album’s title. named after the city of Venice. Like Venice, the day, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again is Ariana Grande, Sweetener - The pop time you’ve finished this article, I would hope a fun time for fans of ABBA and families Neo-Venizia is cut through with canals, you’re as excited as I am. icon’s fourth studio album was released Aug. looking for a heartfelt film to sing along to. making boat transport necessary. Akari is in The series surrounds a group of indi- 17. The title is inspired by bringing light to Here We Go Again training to be an Undyne, the series’ equiva- by Taylor Lejeune lent of a gondolier. The series takes a sea- viduals who all share a birthday and whose a person’s life, or “sweetening” the situation. Senior Staff Writer sonal look at Akari’s life living and working lives intertwine in the most unexpected ways. The album was actually created by accident. on Aqua, as well as her spare time with her Grande reportedly just had “a bunch of Over the summer, the critically ac- Jack Pearson (Milo Ventimiglia) and his friends. wife, Rebecca (Mandy Moore) are expecting songs” she “really really” liked. claimed musical Mamma Mia! earned itself a new addition. A combination of a prequel Aria is simple to get into, even for Nicki Minaj, Queen- Queen is Minaj’s with triplets at the time of the show’s open- and sequel, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again hit someone who doesn’t commonly read ing when Rebecca’s water breaks on Jack’s fourth studio album and it debuted at the theaters ten years after the original with manga. It has extensive translation notes birthday. She delivers a boy and a girl (Kevin number two on the U.S. Billboard charts. This a renewed message about the importance of in the back, so anyone can understand the the bonds of family. and Kate), but the third baby is stillborn. The album includes elements of R&B and pop, in- references that might otherwise go over the The story is told in two parts. In half reader’s head. Aria’s art is cute without going couple adopts a baby boy whom they name Albums of the cluding collaborations with iconic artists such of it told intermittently, the audience follows Randall. as Eminem and Labrinth. Sophie Sheridan (Amanda Seyfried) in her overboard, and the style is delightful to look Summer at overall. It’s a slice-of-life sci-fi story, which The story follows Jack, Rebecca, and Kanye, Ye- This is Kanye’s eighth struggle to honor her mother’s memory by by Hannah Kuhn rebuilding her dream hotel on the island of initially doesn’t sound like it would work, but “the big three,” through the journeys and studio album released June 1. This album is Copy Editor Kalokairi. She has to balance carrying out her fortunately these elements blend very nicely centered around Kanye’s battles with depres- further complications of being in the Pear- mother’s legacy and being with Sky (Domi- with each other, making a unique book with sion and his unapologetic political views. This nic Cooper), who has to make the decision son family, including house fires, weddings, something for everyone. Summer is very eventful time for the whether or not to stay in New York and accept and foster children. album topped both the U.S. Billboard 200 and music industry, as artists pump out singles a job offer. One downfall of this book is that its the U.S. Top R&B/ Hip-Hop Albums chart. Each episode charmingly uses a dif- and albums to debut at the countless music In between these scenes, young pacing is very calm. I had no trouble get- Panic! at the Disco, Pray for the Donna Sheridan (Lily James) lives the events ting into it, but it does seem to drag on ferent sense of flashback to connect events festivals around the country. Here are just Wicked- Pray for the Wicked is the American of her youth that led up to her having Sophie sometimes. Reading this manga is a relaxing and people with each other in ways no one a few of the most popular albums released pop band’s sixth studio album, released June on the island. A carefree mindset and a desire experience that takes you to another place would see coming. This Is Us always has for adventure bring her through Europe after this past summer: and time, so I think that it’s fitting that the something else to give, and I believe that is 22. Many have commented on the album, say- graduation where she meets Harry (Colin Manga Review Drake, Scorpion- Scorpion is Drake’s pacing is a little slow. why I chose this show to write about. ing that, lead singer, Brendon Urie’s theatric Firth), Bill (Stellan Skarsgård), and Sam (Pierce fifth studio album and was released June Brosnan). These are the men that are later The manga can be found at the library. This series stars Sterling K. Brown, roots have really come through on this album. Aria 29. This album features many collaborations referred to as Sophie’s potential fathers. by Maribeth Cowart However, it might be difficult to find at the The album’s style is much different from Urie’s Chrissy Metz, Justin Hartley, Susan Kelechi from other popular artists such as Nicki As with Mamma Mia!, the sequel is Junior Staff Writer main branch, so try looking around. This book previous hits; however, it was received very also known for its array of ABBA songs. From Watson, and Chris Sullivan, among other Minaj and Lil Wayne. The album is different is worth hunting for if you’re looking for a Aria is a manga that was first pub- cameos. Since its release in 2016, it has won well and made number one on the U.S. Bill- “When I Kissed the Teacher” to “My Love, My manga to be captivated by. I give this manga a from most in that it is separated into two Life,” every song in the movie has been redone lished in 2001, written by Kozue Amano. the 2017 People’s Choice Award for Favorite board 200. solid 8/10 stars for its unique style and intrigu- styles. “Side A” is described as more of a hip- to some extent to fit the characters’ stories Due to the fact that there are a few differ- ing universe. 1414 Summer September 2018 September 2018 Summer 15

Congress was in session putting some of the GOP has failed to provide during these election process. By OH CANADA! President Trump’s most trusted advisors hearings. However, patterns in politics do the end of the week on trial. For those that may not understand by Emma Bearb repeat themselves, and there is always the and through Senior Staff Writer what is going on in D.C., here is a short possibility that the same money launder- recap of what has happened so far with multiple rounds of ing is occurring in the rival party. Cohen, Manafort, and Trump, and why it elections, the roughly This summer my family and I took a It’s time for honesty and truth to matters. 450 citizens of Girls trip to our Northern sister country. I camped reappear in America’s elections. The focus in four different Canadian national parks Before truly understanding the situa- State and the 415 tion that is brewing at the Capitol, we first should be not on acquiring wealth, but along the border of Alberta and British Co- instead on bettering the country and pro- citizens of Boys State lumbia: Banff National Park, Jasper National must know the people involved. viding for its citizens. This shift in focus lies were narrowed down Park, Yoho National Park, and Kootenay Na- Michael Cohen, according to abcnews.com, tional Park. We only tent-camped the whole bia. The hot spring pools in Kootenay are a “is the longtime fixer and personal attor- in the hands of America’s voters and the to eight state officials time we were there. The Canadian air was must-see. That same area is home to many ney for Donald Trump.” In late August, after candor of our politicians. from each program. cool, and there was even some snow there in wild animals as well. I saw bighorn mountain months of hearings, he pled guilty to illegal Ashtyn Phillippi, LHS sheep, mountain goats, elk, moose, and so campaign contributions “at the direction of the middle of July. senior, was elected as Alberta is home to Banff National many more. Yoho and Kootenay are much a candidate for federal office.” Though this LAGS/LABS the 2018 Louisiana Girls Park and Jasper National Park. The beauty more separated from towns and human civi- candidate was not named in court, Cohen’s by Hannah Michel along the ride alone is mesmerizing. Banff is lization. Lake O’Hara, in Yoho National Park, lawyer later said that it was Donald Trump. Co-Editor-In-Chief State Treasurer and won the best of both worlds. It has all the peace- is an 11 kilometer hike just to see the lake, According to abcnews.com, this “hush the Louisiana Girls State money” was paid to two women who claim ful nature you could ask for with a full town and another nine kilometers to the lake’s On July 24-30, approximately 450 Samsung Scholarship. overview. There’s a bus, but it only brings 30 to have had affairs with President Trump. just down the street. Jasper is similar but girls and 415 boys from all across the state of “Louisiana Girls reserved passengers up. Anyone else inter- Cohen will face jail time, as well as exten- with a smaller, homier feel. Both parks hold Louisiana gathered at Northwestern State Uni- some of the prettiest lakes in North America. ested in seeing the lake has to make the hike sive fines under a plea deal. State gave me the oppor- versity for the Louisiana Boys State and Girls The unique blue of the lakes comes from the up and down, like I had to. I would definitely The trial happening simultaneously tunity to ignite my passion glacial silt that falls from the glaciers above recommend these parks to anyone inter- was against President Trump’s former cam- State programs. These programs, run by the for politics and to form paign chairman, Paul Manafort. Manafort and sits at the bottom of the lakes. The best ested in visiting Canada. American Legion and the American Legion long-lasting relationships views of these lakes are at the peaks of the Overall, my trip was one of the best was first brought to trial as part of the Auxiliary respectively, set up mock parish and with girls from across the surrounding mountains. I may ever take. I was in love with every- Russian interference into the 2016 election, local governments as well as ran state level cnn.com reports. Manafort has since been state of Louisiana,” said Phillippi. “It was such Yoho National Park and Kootenay thing about it, except the three-day drive elections. there and all the exercise I got. In the future, charged with 18 counts of tax evasion and a humbling experience to be named the 2018 National Park are located in British Colum- The programs were organized into I hope to do more there because I’ve only bank fraud, but was only found guilty of Louisiana Girls State Treasurer after running five tax charges and one bank fraud charge. eight parishes with each parish made of two scratched the surface of Canada. against such an amazing group of young He has been in jail since June and will soon sister cities and each citizen was required to face a second round of criminal charges run for a parish or city office. Everyone ended women.” due to foreign money laundering, according up with a job at those levels. These jobs were This past summer, Abigail Reeves, Kate to foxnews.com. referred to as their academics. Citizens spent Manuel, Hannah Michel, Alyssa Miller, Ashtyn What Happens in The importance of these trials lies time in their academics each day where they Phillippi, and Lilianna Badeaux represented in the election that will occur in November. D.C. … (Doesn’t) Midterm elections hold the chance of com- learned more about the section of govern- LHS at Girls State, and Brewster Durbin, Isaac pletely switching which party has control in ment that they worked in. Kulp, Andre Trahan, and Jackson Schneider Stay in D.C. Congress. Due to the controversy occurring Isaac Kulp, LHS senior who attended represents LHS at Boys State. by Kate Manuel in the GOP following all of these trials, it is Boys State, worked in the mock court system. Students from Lafayette High are very possible that the Democrats will take the Political Correspondent “I really enjoyed all the court cases,” nominated by teachers in the early spring of lead in the midterms. Voters must take into said Kulp. In addition to the different academ- their junior year and the program occurs the The United States had a very busy consideration the criminal offenses commit- ics, citizens were also randomly split into ted by Trump’s advisors and lawyers for the summer between a student’s junior and senior summer on Capitol Hill. While many of their political parties which were used in the state constituents were relaxing at the beach, time he was in office, as well as the honesty year. 1616 Pinterest September 2018 September 2018 Back To School 1717

organized in everyday life: show progress the best out of anything, Doggo Tested, How Do You In your backpack, have all the Homework = but people who aren’t good at tests are those will close as quickly as they open. materials you need for each class, such as: screwed.” Some schools like LSU opened applications Doggo Approved Football Practice in early August. The deadline for submit- Organize a Space a few pencils; a blue, black, and red pen; The last major change involved by Olivia Cart binders; notebooks; folders; and planner. by Kate Manuel the policy on cheating. According to the ting LSU applications is Feb. 1, but don’t be Design Editor Party? You Planet! Designate your notebooks, fold- Political Correspondent aforementioned letter, students caught surprised to see deadlines in December and ers, and binders for each class. cheating for the first time will face a January for those looking to go out of state by Alyssa Magnon for college. As an example, MIT opened their I love my dogs, and I like to take every Have dividers in your binders in 3-day in-school suspension, but will be Junior Staff Writer Over the summer, the Lafayette Parish applications on Aug. 19. Early action applica- chance I get to pamper them. So when I found order to keep your classes separated. able to retake the test they cheated on. School Board voted and made many changes to tions (the nonbinding counterpart to early out about this peanut butter dog biscuit When your teacher assigns something, im- the way education is handled throughout the This shows students that cheating is recipe, I knew I needed to try it. Imagine you show up to school and mediately write it down in your planner. morally wrong and will be faced with decision) close Nov. 1 and all applications you forget your 100 point project (due in parish. The changes regard policies on home- are due by Jan. 1. I have two dogs: Moxie and Shoba. Have scheduled times to do work, the percent of the final grade that is forma- consequences, but they will still have Moxie will eat anything you put in front of her. second hour) at home. You have had the op- FAFSA (Free Applications for Federal homework and study when you get home. tive or summative, and cheating. These decisions the opportunity to retake the test. Shoba, however, is quite picky, so I was anxious portunity to turn this project in for two whole Student Aid) applications open on Oct. 1 “How do I stay organized? Well, I were met with much controversy across the These changes were decided to see how he would react. weeks, but you just started and finished it last and stay open through the summer months. try to do all my work as soon as possible, I parish. over the summer, so this school year will The recipe only contains four simple night. Panicked, you call your mom and beg be the trial run of all three changes for The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational keep a planner, and I have folders for all of In July, the school board voted to no ingredients: peanut butter, whole wheat flour, her to bring it to school. With five minutes to my subjects,” said Gabby Baillargeon, junior the parish. Aptitude Battery test) tests you on your ap- applesauce, and vegetable, chicken, or beef spare, your mom shows up with the project longer allow homework to be graded. The basis titude for military services. If you would like at LHS. Baillargeon is in AP/G classes, so it on this decision came from school board vice stock (I did beef). The ingredients combined and you are saved. I think all of us have been helps to stay organized when having so to take it, get in contact with a local military together quite easily, though I did need to use president Jeremy Hildalgo, who compared it to in some sort of situation like this. An easy way much work to do. recruiter. You can often find recruiters on my hands to knead it together at the very end. football practice. to avoid this situation is to complete your Another way to stay organized is campus, especially during the second semes- Altogether, the mixing and baking process “You don’t necessarily get graded at work and plan to turn it in early. That way if to do frequent backpack cleanings. If you ter as we draw closer to the summer. There is only took about 25 minutes. The treats cooled you forget the work at home, you still have practice in football, you get graded at the game. Seen-ya Later often an on-campus test that occurs, but for in under 10 minutes and were ready for my clean out your backpack every other week- You win or lose,” Hildalgo said, according to klfy. by Liam Jochum extra time to get it turned in. end, you’ll be able to keep a clean back- those who would like an alternate time to take pups to enjoy. “I love being organized, because it puts com. Social Media Director the test, they can schedule to test at the New Moxie highly anticipated the treats as pack and have all of your papers that you’re According to a letter that LPSS wrote to less pressure on you and it allows more time sure you need all together. Say goodbye Orleans and/or New Iberia testing centers. she sat under my feet and watched me bake for other things. Being organized can help all Lafayette education stakeholders, teachers With the 18-19 school year in Students dual enrolling for the fall the whole time. She even tried to steal one off to lost homework at the bottom of your you later in life too. For example, I have to be should still assign students homework, but give session, seniors have a host of things semester add onto their plates the pressure of of the counter, while Shoba watched from a backpack and say hello to your new and organized every day for my job,” said Vanessa them constructive feedback rather than grading to get done before walking across the college deadlines on top of what you deal with distance. improved backpack. All in all, these tips are Magnon, American Sign Language and Deaf it. stage. For those who find themselves for school. At ULL the deadline for dropping Finally, it was time to give the dogs just some of the ways to stay organized in Education paraeducator at LHS. Magnon, from Taking out homework as a grade goes constantly in the dark on what’s going classes from your transcript at the end of the their treat. Moxie was so excited that she was school. There are so many ways to be orga- along with another change to the grading policy on, a list of dates and deadlines may be bouncing off the walls. Shoba, on the other experience, believes that it truly does help nized in your own way, so stay true to what semester is Nov. 1. Final exams are Dec. 3-4 and with being stress free. LPSS implemented this year. According to the necessary for you to survive the school 6-7. For SLCC students, the last day to drop a hand, perked up from his nap to come and see you know in terms of organization. powerpoint used in their meeting discussing year. what the excitement was all about. Here are some tips to help you keep course is Oct 26, and final exams are Dec. 10- these changes, “grades 6-12 grading changed College applications have been Moxie ate the whole thing in one 13. from 60% summative and 40% formative to 90% opening up across the country. When gulp. After sniffing it, Shoba ate the treat as The thing that the senior class is summative and 10% formative.” submitting your applications, don’t quickly as Moxie did. Both of them seemed forget to attach your ACT score to your perhaps looking forward to the most is gradu- sad that the treat was gone and begged for This new grading policy places the ation. Although it’s on May 18, a hearty eight bulk of the final grade the student gets on test application. For those looking to better another one. their scores, look out for ACT signups. months away, the time will pass quickly and All in all, this recipe is super easy to grades. Only 10% of the final grade in the 9 you will find yourself shaking Dr. Thornton’s weeks will come from assignments other than Keep in mind that scores take two to make and anyone can do it. My dogs abso- four weeks to come in after the test hand before you know it. tests and projects. For students that are more lutely loved it, and I will definitely be making date. The deadline for the Oct. 27 test is creative learners or who are just not good test more for them in the future. I give this recipe Sept. 28. For those wanting to wait until (Sources: https://www.test-guide.com/asvab- takers, this change implemented by the school a 10/10. the Dec. 8 test, register by Nov. 2. Visit testing-locations.html, https://www.kaptest. Here’s a link to the recipe I used if you are board that is supposed to help the students may the ACT website for more information com/act/test-dates, https://sites01.lsu.edu/ interested in trying out this recipe for your only hurt them. on registering for the ACT. wp/admissions/become-a-tiger-2/freshmen/ “There’s more that goes into school than very own pups: https://pin.it/z2j7k2jqfly3mz. Speaking of college applications, freshman-dates-deadlines/) tests,” senior Alex Malcombe said. “Test scores 20 1818 Freshmen September 2018 September 2018 Freshmen 191919 Freshies by Olivia Cart and Emma Bearb Name: Isabella Cagle Name: Jeremy Cormier Name: Landon Terro Design Editor and Senior Staff Writer What middle school did you go to? Paul What middle school did you go to? Paul What middle school did you go to? Paul Breaux Breaux Breaux What clubs are you looking forward to Name: Nyla Francis What clubs are you looking forward to What clubs are you looking forward joining? French Club joining? I’m looking forward to Beta and What middle school did you go to? Paul to joining? Art Club because I think I’m Do you think high school is better or Key Club because I love working in the Breaux a very creative person and French Club worse than middle school? I think it’s community. I’ve been speaking French What clubs are you looking forward to better because we have more things because I’m in French Immersion. since Kindergarten, so I’m interested in joining? Beta and Yarn Arts. to do, but we have more freedom even Do you think high school is better joining French Club too. Do you think high school is better or worse though we can’t drive yet. or worse than middle school? Better Do you think high school is better or than middle school? I think it’s better be- How is your high school experience so because high school is more mature and worse than middle school? It’s better be- cause it’s more free, and in middle school we far? I like it, and everyone here is really organized. cause I feel like I have more freedom and that I’m treated more like an adult. didn’t have as many privileges as we have nice. How is your high school experience so How is your high school experience so now. What was your first impression of LHS? far? It’s been really fun and pretty easy, far? I’m enjoying my time here at Lafay- How is your high school experience so far? Everyone was really nice, and they make but I expect it to get a lot harder soon. ette High. It’s going good so far. sure you know what you’re doing. What was your first impression of LHS? What was your first impression of LHS? What was your first impression of LHS? A I felt overwhelmed by the size of LHS, but It seemed very big but at the same time cheerful high school. A school that’s actually I’m getting used to it and making friends. it was welcoming for me. I made so many into it. new friends from other schools.

Name: Marealy Franco Name: Maxens Casetta What middle school did you go to? LJ What middle school did you go to? Alleman Edgar Martin What clubs are you looking forward What clubs are you looking forward to to joining? None because my sched- joining? French Club ule is already so full with band practice. Do you think high school is better or Do you think high school is better worse than middle school? Better or worse than middle school? Bet- How is your high school experience so ter because there’s less drama and the far? Very good. people are less judgy. What was your first impression of LHS? How is your high school experience It’s big. so far? Awesome because I have tons of new friends. What was your first impression of LHS? It was fun but confusing. I had a great first day. 2020 Sports September 2018 September 2018 Homecoming 212121

Name: Brelynn Lee STARTERS: people go out with friends before the dance Grade: 12 Procrastination? Grade Name Preparing to to take their pictures and eat, so a lot of places by Britney Lahocki Toss it up! Position: Outside Linebacker by Britney Lahocki 12 Brennon Broussard are packed. I would recommend going to a Sports Correspondent What made you want to play football in be “Welcomed fast food place, because they are quick and Sports Correspondent 12 Vai Baudoin high school? I was born and raised playing 12 Anthony Celestine cheap. Pick a place that won’t cause overly bad Home(coming)” Is it a week until Homecoming football, so I decided to continue playing in 12 Brelynn Lee breath or food stuck in someone’s teeth, and Name: Canaan Leon by Alyssa Magnon and Kaitlyn Daigle and you still haven’t asked your special high school. 12 Canaan Leon bring gum for afterwards. There are a lot of Junior Staff Writer and Co-Editor-In-Chief Grade: 12 Do you plan to play football in college? If 12 Juan Marquez people in a very close space, and the music is someone to go with you? Well, you’re Position: Wide Receiver so, where? Yes, really anywhere. 12 Corren Norman very loud, and talking to people requires get- in luck. Here are some last minute tips Homecoming is a high school tradi- What made you want to play football in What’s your favorite thing about game 12 Jalen Senegal ting close to them. Gum is an essential. and tricks on how to perfectly ask your tion that marks the beginning of your high high school? My family members played in 12 Jaedyn Singleton Get into school spirit and go to the special someone. days? Knowing I get to go out and play with school experience. But, before you go, here’s high school, so they made me want to play my team. 12 Caleb Smith LHS Homecoming game. It’s a great way to When asking your special someone football. 12 Seth Stevens what some upperclassmen thought you kick off your Homecoming experience. Is there anyone specific who inspires you should know. so late, you have to make sure it corre- Do you plan to play football in college? If 12 James Walker There’s also the rush of getting ready to play football? If so, who and why? My “I prepare for Homecoming by going lates to their likings. For example, if she so, where? I will play football in college, but 12 Javante Wilts for the actual dance. There’s hair, makeup, and dad because he enjoys that I still play. shopping for shoes and a dress. After that, loves Disney movies, ask her using a say- that will not be said until signing day. 11 Ramsey Champagne nails for girls, which is a long process, so it is 11 Micah Williams I decide on a hairstyle and makeup look to best to start as early as possible. After you are ing or a pun that is from her favorite Dis- Is there anyone specific who inspires you Name: Caleb Smith 11 Tylin Damond match my dress,” said Natalie Taylor, senior. finished getting ready, head over to the dance. ney movie. If she loves a certain candy to play football? If so, who and why? My Grade: 12 If you have never been to Homecom- dad and Officer Handy because before I 11 Sean Gotreaux Finally, just have fun. Homecoming or snack, ask her using the name of that Position: Center ing before, below is a list of everything you is not as “high-pressure” as it seems, so make played football, I was a basketball player, 11 Derez Landry candy. Example: “Be a Smartie and take What made you want to play football in 11 Miles Mouton need to know in order to be prepared for it. the most of it. It’s super important to get out thanks to Officer Handy. this Dum Dum to Homecoming.” high school? When I was younger, I always 11 Logan Spears Most people believe that they have there and have a great time, but it’s not all that What do you like to do outside of football If you have no idea what would watched my uncle play football, so that’s 11 Kavon Valliere to go to Homecoming with a date. As fun as matters. Don’t be boring, don’t be a wallflower, season? Work out and play Fortnite and Homecoming is, there is no need for one. Ev- please them, ask them in a cheesy way. why I started playing. 10 Oliver Craddock but have fun. There’s no need to be loud or eryone is perfectly capable of having the best Madden. Do you plan to play football in college? If obnoxious. Know the difference between hav- By doing this, they would appreciate the times of their lives without someone there so, where? No, I do not. ing fun and enjoying yourself, and being loud effort so much more. A goofy, cheesy Football Schedule for them. Go with a large group of friends. Name: Corren Norman What’s your favorite thing about game or obnoxious for no reason. proposal would be “I don’t want to be Grade: 12 Those are always fun, and are definitely just as “I love Homecoming because I can days? Getting ready with the team and go- Date Opponent Location too cheesy, but Homecoming?” and Position: Running Back memorable as attending with a date. hang out with my friends. Friends make ing out there to have fun. Sept. 14 Patterson AWAY then giving them a box of macaroni and What made you want to play football in Along with finding something to wear Homecoming a lot more fun than it probably Is there anyone specific who inspires you Sept. 21 Barbe HOME cheese. If she likes sports and you are a high school? I’ve been playing football since to the dance, beware of what you wear in the really is,” said Allison Breaux, senior at LHS. to play football? If so, who and why? My Sept. 28 Sulphur HOME weeks leading up to Homecoming. Avoid tall football, basketball, or baseball player, I was basically eight years old, so why not Homecoming is a fun tradition that uncle because I’ve been watching him since Oct. 5 New Iberia AWAY socks and shirts with sleeves at all costs, and keep it going. I have dreams of playing in the made a way for high schoolers to make memo- ask her using a sports pun. Example: I was little. Oct.12 Comeaux AWAY if it’s unavoidable, then dedicate some time NFL. Oct. 19 LaGrange HOME ries, but the main thing to remember is to just “You’ve caught my attention, now let’s to tanning outside or getting a spray tan. Tan Oct. 26 Sam Houston AWAY have as much fun as you can. go to Homecoming and have a ball?” Do you plan to play football in college? If lines do show up in pictures, and although “Flowers are the way to go,” said so, where? Yes I do. I’m not sure where right COACHES: that’s okay, it’s not preferred. It does make now, but I will know soon. Coach Pool - Head Coach for a good laugh with friends a few years Jaedyn Singleton, senior. Is there anyone specific who inspires you Coach Taulli - Defensive Coach down the line, though. If sports and candy aren’t your way to play football? If so, who and why? Not Coach Bonvillian - Offensive Coach The next thing to consider would to go, ask in a simple and heartfelt way. really. I kind of just did it. Coach Ortego - Linebacker Coach be pictures. Consider the location of where Just grab a stuffed bear and write along What do you like to do outside of the Coach Ward - Defensive Coach you want the pictures taken, such as Girard a poster or piece of paper, “I couldn’t football season? Train for the next football Coach Abshire - Wide Receiver Coach Park or someone’s house. Find someone who bear asking you to Homecoming.” Who would be willing to take the pictures for you. season, like running track, lifting weights, Coach Bates - Quarterback Coach wouldn’t say yes to a free bear? and hanging with my buddies. Before the dance, most people go out to eat. It might be a good idea to figure “Do something easy and special,” out where you want to go in advance. Most said Tristyn Thomas, senior.

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If you don’t want to do anything big by using Youtube or Khan Academy. Alterna- was hearing, but the deaf community Help From Hailey or something that will make you the center tively, learn something fun. Take up knitting, has helped me realize that being a deaf by Hailey Corcoran paint something, or even try to learn a new of attention, then do something small. In or- person is who I am,” said Ashley Corcoran, language. If you’re anything like me, then Senior Staff Writer freshman. Events like Deaf Awareness der to do something easy, grab a cute little organizing your backpack might be a practical Week create opportunities for the deaf Need help with school? Looking for unbiased card and write on the inside, “Homecom- way to spend the day. community to come together and cel- advice? Well, look no further. Parlez-Vous will now be ing?” and give it to your special someone. Take a YOU day: Not everybody can ebrate their culture. hosting an advice column. If you need advice on problems The most important tip when asking handle school dances. Many people leave Traditional ways to celebrate the someone to Homecoming is to be confi- drained and worse off than before they went. relating to school work, classes, or any other school-related week vary in each region. According to situation, feel free to send us a letter with your issues. You dent. Asking someone to go with you is very So, do things that make you happy. Grab a Signingsavvy.com, the most common can find the Google form used to submit your questions on nerve-wracking, but don’t be upset if they blanket, some pillows, and your favorite bev- erage. Watch your all-time favorite feel-good ways to celebrate the event are for local the main page of the school website. Anyone can submit say no. It only means that you can party with schools to create exhibits, have perfor- a letter, including teachers and parents. Can’t wait to hear your friends with no problem. movie, play your favorite video game, or listen to your favorite songs while reading a good mances or guest speakers in their area, from you! book. Light some candles to help make the or offer free sign language classes at the experience cozier. You can also do this with a local deaf center. Concern: What sort of questions are appropriate for the small group of close friends. “We typically try to inform our ASL advice column? Say ‘No’ to Hoco? Faux-coming: Like the dance, but classes that it is Deaf Awareness Week by Maribeth Cowart hate the crowds? Grab your friends, turn on and we watch videos in class,” said Mrs. Remedy: Any sort of school-related question is permitted. I Junior Staff Writer “Despacito” or the “Cupid Shuffle,” and boogie Savoie, LHS Deaf Ed teacher. ask that questions be related to academic concerns and not until you feel like you’ve gotten the Home- There are other deaf awareness romantic concerns, since I’m not the expert on that. Also, coming experience. You can even decorate to events that take place throughout the Homecoming is a high school tradition, if someone has a serious concern that involves a person’s a theme of your choosing. year at Lafayette High. Expressfest is a and many teens choose to attend. However, health or safety, please go to the counselor for professional The most important thing to remem- yearly talent show that is put on by the if you don’t go, that doesn’t restrict you from help. Other than that, anything you need help with, I will do ber is to do whatever is right for you. Have an having a fun night. Here are some alternative Deaf Education Department. This year, evening that you and your friends will remi- my best to remedy. activities that can be even better than a night of Expressfest will be held on Friday Nov. 16, nisce about for years to come. Just try not to dancing. in the auditorium, time to be announced. stress too much, and you will surely have an Hit the town (with friends): If your Another important event hosted by the unforgettable night. friends only want to go to meet up, see if you Deaf Ed Dept is Deaf Deaf World. Held Finding New Clubs can plan an activity that you all would prefer. Go on campus on Feb. 22, Deaf Deaf World by Taylor Lejeune is a totally immersive experience, during see a movie, get some ice cream, or go skating. Business Manager You can dress the way you want and maybe even which hearing people are given the op- have more fun. portunity to understand what a deaf person Deaf Awareness Week More clubs are being added to Lafayette High each Hit the town (with your significant goes through on a regular basis. There are by Hailey Corcoran year without much advertising or recognition. Below are other): Maybe you and your special someone different stations simulating different as- Senior Staff Writer a few of these non-traditional clubs that may pique the aren’t really into doing the “Cha Cha Slide” and pects of life, including a restaurant, a school, possibly being surrounded by total strangers. and a hospital. interest of students looking to broaden their horizons. Every year, thousands of deaf and So, if the two of you feel like it, try having a date Deaf culture is a tight-knit com- Alpha Omega Art Club night. Go out for dinner, take a walk in the park, hard of hearing people around the world munity that celebrates their history and Astronomy Club Beta Club or anything that you both enjoy. If your parents gather together during the last week of their culture. Deaf Awareness Week is one Computer Club 4-H Club aren’t fond of the concept of you and your better September to celebrate Deaf Awareness of the many ways that the deaf community French Club Investment & Trading Club half alone, go in a larger group. Just remember Week . Deaf Awareness Week was cre- allows and encourages hearing people to Key Club Library Club that people don’t like being third wheels, so ated by the World Federation of the Deaf understand their heritage and to join them Yearbook Mu Alpha Theta think about taking a few friends. (WFD) in 1951 at the World Congress for in their celebration of deaf culture. International Club NEHS Study: Many teachers avoid giving out the WFD. The organization was created NHS Parlez-Vous Newspaper hard assignments around the dance, but that to promote equality between hearing (Sources: https://www.signingsavvy.com/dea- Patriotism Club Ping Pong Club doesn’t mean that you have to stop learning. and deaf individuals and to promote deaf fawarenessweek, http://wfdeaf.org/who-we- Pride Club Science Club Master a concept that’s been giving you trouble culture. are/our-story/, https://www.nad.org/resources/ Science Olympiad Serteen “There are some times when I wish I american-sign-language/international-week- Spanish Club Yarn Arts Club of-the-deaf/ ) ACTION CORNER! by Hannah Kuhn Copy Editor Q: What song do you want to hear at Homecoming?

“‘Our Year,’ from Zombies.” “Reedy.”-Ja’Meisha Howard, “‘Sweet Caroline’ by Neil “‘Party in the USA’ by Miley Cyrus.” -Kelly Wood, senior “Reedy.”- freshman Diamond.” -Ali Miller, junior -Gwyneth Rees, sophomore

“‘In My Feelings’ by Drake.” “‘God is a Woman’ by Ariana “G Money.”-Jason Benjamin, “Gospel music.” -Gabriel -Megan Guidry, junior Grande.” -Chloe Babineaux, sophomore Robin, junior freshman

“‘Suit and Tie’ by Justin Timber- “The Soviet Anthem.” “Zydeco music.”-Andre “Anything but zydeco.” lake.” -Natalie Richenberger, -Spencer Ramon, freshman Trahan, senior -Grace Castellanos, senior sophomore