The holidays are here; Christmas lights are up, and festive music is playing. However, some people believe that it is too early to celebrate Christmas. 

   The most common reason people give for not celebrating Christmas in November is so that they could have time to celebrate Thanksgiving.

   “Thanksgiving is a good holiday,” said Lakeview Senior Gage Hall. “We gotta celebrate that too before Christmas.”

   However, it seems as though the majority of people have already embraced the holiday spirit, and have looked past Thanksgiving altogether.

   “My family starts celebrating it the day after Halloween,” stated Senior Madeline Ramlow.

   There are multiple reasons as to why people like celebrating Christmas earlier in November. Some people claim that it’s due to the colder weather coming earlier this year.

   “It already snowed this November, and I associate snow with Christmas,” said Senior Riley Burghardt.

   Others just want to enjoy the Christmas spirit for as long as possible, since it's their favorite time of year.

   “I’ve already started listening to the Justin Bieber Christmas album,” stated Senior Isabella Collins. “I love Christmas music so I listen to it as early as I can.”

   No matter if you enjoy celebrating Thanksgiving or begin the holiday festivities on Halloween, no matter if you put up the decorations in December or October, most people can agree that this really is the most wonderful time of the year.

  Students often arrive late to classes because they get lost, are with friends, or arrive at school late; these reasons are why tardy sweeps were introduced. Despite the tardy sweeps being a thing, kids still show up extremely late to class because of them. So, a new tardy sweep method was made.

    Silent tardy sweeps are when principals check your attendance, and if your teacher marks you tardy, you get called down to the office to receive lunch detention. This method is remotely better than the old one, where many students were held up in the hallway waiting to receive their warning.

   The old tardy sweep method prevented students from receiving the vital learning they needed for their class.

 “I love that it doesn’t prevent kids from being in class,” said chemistry teacher Kristine Hill.

   Sometimes students missed out on whole skinny classes because of the lines.

   “When we just conducted tardy sweeps with students lining up, some of them missed their whole skinny,” said Principal Scott Kapla. 

   Although the new silent method is, in fact, a better way to go about the tardy sweeps, some students find it difficult to understand why they do it in first hour.

 “I like that they’re silently doing it, but I don’t like how they’re doing it in the first hour. For people who have multiple siblings, especially if they have to go to multiple different schools, it doesn’t give them a chance to be on time,” said Maddison Dixon, ‘27.

    Four of our Lakeview students that attend Turning Pointe Dance Company won the Industry dance award for the best jazz performance. Senior Paige Lenard, Sophomore Harlie Parrish, Junior Delilah Sylvester Freshman Peyton Wolfbauer. This is the first their team has won this award which makes it extra special. They danced to “Witchy Woman” by Eagles choreographed by Aaron Czuprenski. The industry of dance is located in Los Angeles, California.

    Lenard was getting prepared by being in the studio almost everyday training and having long rehearsals. Before every performance she puts on her headphones and listens to her music to get in the right mindset before going on stage. 

One thing she will miss the the most at Turning Pointe is all of the people such as her team and teachers. 

   “I’m super proud of my team because all of our hard work paid off,” said Lenard.

    Parrish states her team learned this in 13 hours but also took a lot of time cleaning her steps  as an individual. She would listen to her music every night so it could get into her body to memorize every beat and step. Winning this performance helped get their studio more known . Before her performance, she makes sure she is fully stretched and practices all of their lifts so they don't fail on stage, and run through the dance. It takes them about 50 minutes total to fully prepare before getting on stage. 

   Wolfbauer said winning this award felt really good because all of their hard work was for a good cause and they get to now be recognized around the country. 

   “In the moment all I  could feel was pure shock and all we could do was cry happy 

tears.”  She is going to miss all of the dancers that are leaving especially her being such a young dancer. 

   As AP exams approach, students are spending an immense amount of time preparing for the stressful day. Most colleges will only accept a four or five on the exam for the class to be considered a college credit.

   Some students who take multiple AP classes have to study for multiple exams that may take place the same day.

   “I am currently in AP Bio and AP Calculus,” said Lucius Ward, ‘26, “I began studying for AP Bio two weeks before the exam took place, but for AP Calc, I began studying in the beginning of April.”

   Though some students don’t take too much time studying, that is not the case for Junior Lauren Abernathy.

   “I actually log all the hours that I have studied for my AP’s,” stated Abernathy, “so far for Calc, I’ve studied for four hours. Econ, I have studied for seventeen hours. For Gov I have studied for around eighteen hours. And lastly, for Lang, I’ve studied for one hour.”

   As these students continue to study, they have found their preferred studying methods that make them the most prepared.

   “I think the method that has helped me the most is just rewriting down notes so they are in my head,” explained Junior Felicity Gilbert, “I also go over the notes and take practice tests.”

   “I have been doing a lot of little things like quizlets and practice tests,” stated Abernathy, “I’ve also been going through the content again and rewriting my notes of concepts that I may have forgotten from a couple months ago.”

   Though the students are mostly responsible for studying, teachers have been helping them prepare as well.

   “The teachers have been giving us review packets as well as practice tests, which are ultimately getting us more prepared,” stated Ward and Gilbert.

   Are you looking for a cute romance novel with many references to your favorite old romantic comedies? Look no further than “Nothing Like The Movies” By Lynn Painter.

   “Nothing Like The Movies” was written in 2024 by author Lynn Painter, A New York Times Best Selling Author. Painter wrote the book as a sequel to the popular book “Better Than The Movies” released in 2021.

   The book covers the story of Liz and Wes and their lives after high school, especially living their lives away from their hometown in Nebraska and setting the stage at UCLA.

   The book has many references to older, popular romantic comedies and often shows quotes from these movies at the beginnings of chapters.

   Another element popular among readers is the playlists highlighted at the end of the book. Songs often make references when you read, so towards the end of the book is a playlist of them that allow for the reader to make a true connection with the characters.

  Heidi Schienke, ‘26 read the book in just under two days. Schienke noted that she believes the book is a must read if you are looking for a cute and fun book to read.

   “I recommend the book so much. I think that reading ‘Better Than The Movies’ as a precursor is important because once you read both you really get a feel for the characters and learn to love their love story,” Schienke stated.

   “Nothing Like The Movies” allows for the reader to feel like the love story between Liz and Wes is completed. 

Schienke also notes that the way things are told in the book makes you want to keep reading.

   “I really liked that we never knew what truly happened between the main characters until the end of the book. This element really made me want to keep reading until the end,” Schienke said.

   “Nothing Like The Movies” is an easy, cute and enjoyable book to read. “Nothing Like the Movies” is worth your time and really worth the read.

 Lakeview senior Abigail McDade presented her skills to Saginaw Valley State University for their Presidential Scholarship. The Presidential Scholarship at SVSU gives students who win the opportunity to attend the school tuition free. McDade had to write an essay in order to compete for the scholarship. Over 400 people sat for the essay, but only 30 people got accepted, McDade being one of them.

   McDade had to work very hard at the competition and it ended up paying off. She was very excited about being selected.

   During the competition she faced varying challenges, such as a one-hour time constraint, yet she persevered and overcame them.

   “I was nervous going into the essay competition, but after I started writing I had confidence in myself,” explained McDade. 

   McDade is a very good student at Lakeview and also has straight A’s. One of the main reasons she was invited to go there was because of her GPA. McDade has a weighted GPA of 4.1, and has received numerous recommendations from her teachers and administrators. Saginaw asked her to try out for this competition because they thought she would be the perfect candidate due to her intelligence.

   Along the way, McDade had her best friend since middle school Izzy Tiseo, ‘25  to help encourage and prepare her for the competition. Tiseo recalls being on the phone with McDade as she drove to SVSU, reminding her that she is capable of winning this contest.

   “I basically just told her to go into the essay with a positive mindset and to remember that she is smart, so she can get through the challenge,” Tiseo stated.

   Throughout the day, McDade was given opportunities to make connections within the college and even take a mini tour of the school. 

   “I had already toured the school before this event, but it was definitely cool to see the buildings filled with people,” said McDade. 

   Overall McDade had a great experience at Saginaw Valley but she is not going to attend there. McDade recommends to anyone who is invited to participate in this competition to take the chance in competing because you never know what the outcome will be!

Advanced Placement Biology students recently conducted a lab where they genetically engineered E.coli bacteria to become blue through a hands-on experiment.

   A part of Unit 6 in the AP bio curriculum includes bacterial transformation, a technique used in biotechnology. 

   In this lab, students worked with a small circular DNA molecule in prokaryotic cells, called a plasmid, that carries specific genes. The goal was to incorporate a gene encoding a blue pigment into the E.coli bacteria. The blue pigment would demonstrate successful DNA transformation.

   During the experiment, students introduced the plasmid DNA into the E.coli bacterial cells and then cultured them on agar plates containing an antibiotic. Only bacteria that successfully incorporated the plasmid, which carries the antibiotic resistant gene, survived and formed blue colonies. The blue pigment provided visual confirmation of successful genetic modification.

   “This is the second year we’ve done this lab in AP Biology,” said AP Biology teacher Anthony Donald. “It gives students hands-on experience with molecular biology that they’re likely to encounter at the next level in college,” he continued.

   While students performed much of the lab work in class, some preparation was required beforehand.

   “A lot of work outside of class was getting the bacteria plates loaded up. With the time constraints, students don't have enough time to do all of the steps, so I prepare some in advance and they do the rest,” Donald explained.

   This application of genetic engineering not only reinforces conceptual knowledge but also exposes students to real world laboratory techniques. The manipulation of bacterial DNA allowed for students to gain insight into how genetic modifications can lead to observable phenotypic changes, providing students with a fun way to prepare for the AP exam in May.

   “They’ll definitely see questions regarding some of the techniques used in the lab. This lab helps them understand the practical applications of the concepts they’ll be tested on,” said Donald.

   Students also found the lab to be an engaging way to learn. They were able to apply their knowledge of genetics in a way that strengthens their understanding of molecular biology.

   AP Biology student Felicity Gilbert felt the lab prepared her for the exam in a way she hasn’t experienced before.

   “It was something new and made me feel like a scientist. I now understand more about how bacteria reacts in different environments,” she stated.

Over April 14-19,  Lakeview’s junior and senior classes have been running into some issues regarding the annual Water Wars competition. From disqualifications to police involvement, the game’s administrators have been working constantly to clear up these controversies for the best game possible for all players.

   Admin, player, and student Isabella Tiseo, ‘25 , said, “Water wars has greatly impacted my schoolwork and responsibilities since I am an admin. I can’t even really enjoy playing myself since I have to defuse issues every other second between different teams.”

   Having to work constantly between the issues and her own personal life, Tiseo has found it hard to find balance. After the most recent controversy Tiseo as well as the other admins had a meeting with Officer David Jacquemain to create a new set of rules.

   “I tried to get more involved this year, especially with the increased amount of rule breaks that went beyond the game,” says Jauqmain, “however, the admins had brought to me a solid layout of new rules. I only tweaked a few of the rules to best align with outsiders' view of the game as well. They are doing a great job and I hope the next year's class adopts similar, if not the same, rules.”

   The new rules put in place include the following: curfew will be at 8pm on schools nights and 9pm on saturdays in order to not freak out residents; no entering garages, homes, roofs, cars, or backyards; along with multiple subs following the rule changes as multiple players were wanting to quit. 

   While rule breaks are bound to happen and ultimately unstoppable, “It's a game full of my peers that think they can do whatever they want that goes against the clear and set rules, so it gets annoying having to settle issues constantly when there shouldn’t have been any to start with,” Tiseo said.

   As the game continues it seems as if these slight problems will come to an end and continue to stress out everyone involved. Lakeview does not sponsor Water Wars and will not get involved so all issues are ultimately put onto the admins.

       On Friday, May 2, LHS Drafting teacher Jolaine Price will submit the work from students across her engineering and architecture classes to the Michigan Industrial & Technology Education Society (MITES) design competition.

  For over a decade, Price has been a dedicated participant in this exciting event, competing against various schools in Macomb and St. Clair County for the highly sought-after regional first prize. 

   Throughout the years, Lakeview students have consistently demonstrated their talent and innovation, achieving notable success in the competition. 

   This year, there will be over 60 submissions from Lakeview students, which is lower than usual. Despite having less submissions, Price is confident in her students abilities and expects the submissions to do well in the competition.

   As the deadline rapidly approaches, students in engineering and architecture classes feel the pressure to finish their projects.  The projects range from custom car models to 3d house models. The students who created models have been working hard for months to prepare for the competition.

  Anybody interested in checking out how Lakeview students placed at the Regional competition should stop by the showcase. This year, the showcase will be held at Dakota High School from 9:30 am to 11 am on Saturday, May 3rd. Those who advance to the state competition can see their projects at the MITES Annual Student Competition and Convention from May 7-10 at Ellison Place in Gaylord, Michigan.

  As the anticipation builds, everyone looks forward to seeing how Lakeview students will again prove their determination through their remarkable designs.

      On February 4, 2025, author Allison Saft published a book that would take young girls who loved Tinkerbell by storm. Wings of Starlight is a young adult novel that follows the love story of two NeverFairies. The book acts as a prequel to the beloved Tinkerbell movie, Secret of the Wings.

   Girls who watched the movie growing up were always questioning and yearning for a separate love story that included characters Lord Milori and Queen Clarion. Now, as teenagers and young adults, they are able to read the love story they always longed to see.

   “The only thing I know right now prior to reading the book is that it is the love story between Lord Milori and Queen Clarion,” began Heidi Schienke ‘26. “I also know that it will be a sad ending since they aren’t together during the original movie.”

   Throughout the book, reader’s follow Queen Clarion as a teenager as she prepares for her coronation to be the new queen of Pixie Hollow. As a conflict presents itself, Clarion rebels against the current queen’s order as goes to explore a way to stop said conflict herself.

   In the world of Pixie Hollow, there is a large tree with all four seasons connected to it. There are fairies for every season; fall fairies, spring fairies, summer fairies, and winter fairies. 

   Warm season fairies are forbidden from crossing the bridge into winter while it is the same for winter fairies, they may not cross into warm. 

   As Clarion tries to find a fix to save her people, she meets a winter fairy, Lord Milori, at the border where she remains in spring. 

   Readers watch as they spend several nights on the bridge between winter and spring talking and unknowingly falling in love with each other.

   “I think my only expectation for the book is for it to be similar to Tinkerbell,” explained Samantha Aupperle ‘27, “I want the book to feel just as magical and carefree as the movies that I grew up watching. I want it to have that awe factor that has me wanting to read more.”

         USC Mind, a student organization at the University of South Carolina, brought back the 2014 ice bucket challenge to raise awareness for mental health. The Mind Club (Mental Illness Needs Discussion) started this in late March.

   The original challenge helped raise over $115 million for ALS in 2014. ALS is a progressive disease that affects daily functions, like walking or talking.

   Isabel Wern, ‘27, said, “I was too young to understand the original challenge, but now, doing the current ice bucket challenge, I realize the importance of these issues focused on.”

   USC Mind started this trend on Instagram, where they made a post to over 800k+ followers. The trend went viral and has been done by thousands of people nationwide.

   Samir Little, ‘26, said, “You have to get nominated by someone, then when you film your video, you nominate someone else, so that’s how the trend spreads.”

   So far, over 376 thousand dollars have been raised for the Active Minds charity, which is the charity that USC Mind partnered with. Active Minds' goal is to have people be more open about mental health and seek guidance when needed.

   Isabella Collins, ‘26, said, “I think bringing light to mental health is very important, especially in today’s society, where it has a huge impact on children and adults everywhere.”

   The USC Mind was founded last February and will continue to thrive, spreading positive messages and helpful tips to people all over the nation.

      As seniors enter their senior year, they begin to feel dread and unmotivated to do their school work. Doing school work becomes harder and they begin to procrastinate more than ever. Seniors begin to develop senioritis as the school year progresses and they get closer to graduation.

   Senioritis is a sickness that seniors(high school or college) develop as they enter their senior year of school. This sickness affects the motivation and work ethic of seniors and may have side effects of late work, bad grades, and absences.

   “I haven’t gone to school a lot; I have a lot of absences,” explained Addy Franz ‘25. “Since I have so many absences, I’ve become behind on a lot of school work but I have been able to get all of it done when I get back.”

   Senioritis affects seniors in different ways, some only get affected during their final semester while others are affected throughout the whole school year.

   “I think this has been a year long issue but has only gotten worse over time,” started Mariana Barth, ‘25, “I have been struggling with getting all my work done, especially since I have some easier classes and I leave early due to my college class. That being said, the two AP classes I am taking have been able to keep me somewhat on track when preparing for the AP exams.”

   “I don’t think my senioritis truly started until after spring break” began Maddie Cornwell ‘25, “spring break typically acts as a preview of summer. Not only that, but we only have around two months left of school.”

   “I honestly have had senioritis since freshman year,” laughed Franz, “I have never been a huge fan of school. I don’t think getting accepted into college and making my final decision in September really helped with it either.”

   It is hard to find a ‘cure’ for this sickness that will improve the work ethic of affected seniors, but some have found a way to make the side effects less severe.

   “One way I have attempted to cure senioritis is by really focusing on my two AP classes,” stated Barth.

   As seniors are preparing to leave and hand the torch to the current juniors, they have given them advice to prevent them from contracting the senioritis sickness.

   “Try to do all of your harder classes in the beginning of the year so you can relax during your last semester,” started Barth, “Don’t take three AP classes because you will really regret it.”

    Adrian Payne ‘25 and his mother Anita have made a name for themselves in the world of rescuing animals. They do not run an official organization, but their efforts over the years have saved numerous animals, typically stray cats and dogs.

   The duo’s approach to animal rescue is not actively seeking out animals, rather they respond when the need arises.

   “I don’t really rescue animals in the formal sense. If I happen to find them, I do what I can to help,” Anita stated.

   Her mindset has led to one of their most impactful rescues- a stray dog with a broken leg that had been reported missing in Grosse Pointe.

   “I don’t know what made me decide to go look for him. But once I started, I couldn’t stop,” Anita said.

   “It took two weeks to find him and he was injured. We got him to a shelter, and then after two surgeries he was adopted by a family,” Adrian added.

   The Paynes estimated that they have rescued about ten animals, although not all stories have a happy ending.

   Anita recalls an emotionally difficult finding of a cat that had been hit by a car.

   “She had crawled under a propane tank at a gas station. We were able to get her out but once we got her to the vet, it was clear she couldn’t be saved,” she stated.

   “That was very hard. I remember when I pulled her out, all of the skin on her back was gone,” said Adrian.

   Their work is not done without financial challenges. They do not receive outside funding; therefore, all of the costs come out of pocket.

   Despite these difficulties, the Paynes continue to take in animals when they can, and have even adopted many of the rescues themselves. They have kept four of the cats and two dogs.

   Resilience is an important part of the work the family does. It is crucial they acknowledge that n0t every situation will work out the way they hope.

   “You’ve got to have thick skin. Not every animal will make it but even just saving one life makes it worth it,” Anita exclaimed.

   Working as a mother-son team has its own challenges Adrian is quick to point out.

   “It can be chaotic. We’ve had moments where we are running through neighborhoods trying to catch animals. It’s hectic but we make it work,” he said.

   For Adrian and Anita, animal rescuing is less about recognition and more about doing what is right when the opportunity presents itself.

   “When people hear our stories, it sometimes encourages them to help. That means a lot to me," stated Anita. 

  On Jan. 13, students gathered at the Macomb Intermediate School District building for the MASC/MAHS Regionals, an event that recognizes exceptional young leaders across the state of Michigan. Among the standout students stood senior Isabella Tiseo, who delivered a heartfelt presentation that earned her a Michigan Student Voice finalist nomination.

   Tiseo’s presentation was centered around her inspiring project, “The Lynda Ann Tiseo Project” which is dedicated to supporting those undergoing cancer treatments. This project is named after her late mother, and she started this project to feel more connected to her and her father. Through this, Tiseo has transformed her personal loss into a mission to support others facing similar battles.

   “I raised over $4,000n from the baskets, $600 from pink out and purple out shirts, and another $600 from the holiday gift card fundraiser… every cent has been put towards the Van Elslander Cancer Center,” said Tiseo.

   The Lynda Ann Tiseo Project provides care packages and support for cancer patients, ensuring that anyone going through a difficult time knows that they are not alone. Recognizing that she had never done something like this before, Tiseo turned to one of her best friends Abby McDade for support in preparation and planning for her presentation. 

   “I helped Izzy with understanding the basic idea of what should go on her slides because she has never seen an MSV presentation before,” said McDade, ‘25. 

   Stephanie Givinsky, the Lakeview High School Student Council advisor, expressed her immense pride in Tiseo’s accomplishment.

   “I was so excited and I did start to cry because I know how hard she had worked… it's a very vulnerable position to be in to give a speech in a big room of other young leaders,” said Givinsky.

   As Tiseo prepares for the MASC/MAHS State Conference in February, her story serves as a reminder of the impact that young people can make when they turn their hardships into opportunities to make a difference. Her nomination as a Michigan Student Voice Finalist is not only evidence of her leadership but also a tribute to her mother’s legacy. 

   New earth science and chemistry teacher James Rector previously taught English in South Korea for four years. He is now bringing his international experience to Lakeview High School.

   Rector attended Eastern Michigan University, where he majored in history and minored in biology. He graduated in 2008 during the Great Recession, leaving limited options for him to begin his career.

   Rector did research online and found job opportunities in South Korea.

   “I just went online looking for a job and they were like ‘English teacher in Korea,’ so that’s how that went,” he stated.

   At the time, there were no special certifications or tests needed to teach in Korea, only a college degree. Therefore, Rector was able to begin teaching that same year.

   Rector taught English for all grade levels at both public schools and amusement parks. He recalls the Korean public school system being similar to the United States but the amusement parks were a different experience for him.

   “It was called English Village. So people would buy tickets for the classes… They were fun and kind of goofy classes,” said Rector.

   English Village looks like an amusement park. There are large buildings to make the area look similar to a typical western looking settlement; however, there are no rides. Instead, in the building the english classes are held.

   South Korea offered exposure to a new culture for Rector, creating an everlasting impact on him.

   “The food is amazing… and the public transportation is really good, but because there’s so many people you kind of get squeezed together.”

   While he was living in South Korea, Rector met his wife who is also a teacher. They got married and had their first child. 

   “Meeting my wife and the birth of my son are pretty life changing events, so I have lots of great memories from there,” he added.

   Rector’s family ultimately decided to move back to the United States in 2012. 

   The experience Rector was able to gain in South Korea has translated over into the environment in his classroom at Lakeview.

   Senior Ella Schneider is a student in his Earth Science class and is looking forward to finishing the rest of the semester with him.

   “I am eager to learn a lot more about him. He seems like a very interesting person,” Schneider stated.

   “I think Korea has provided him with a view of the world that other teachers don’t have and it’s going to make the class very exciting,” she added.

    In previous years, the second semester typically concluded in the second or third week of January. However, a change has been implemented for the 2024-2025 academic year. 

   This year, the first semester will end on the last day of school before winter break, December 20th, while the second semester will commence on January 6th, when students and staff return.

“The decision was agreed upon by the teachers union and central office administration,” stated Scott Kapla, principal of Lakeview High School. 

   Every decision presents its advantages and disadvantages. Let's explore Lakeview's staff's perspective. 

   “I am somewhat concerned about my first semester classes being cut short... It does alter some of my teaching plans,” remarked Mr. Gwozdz, an English teacher at Lakeview. 

   This change primarily impacts teachers. With the first semester concluding earlier than usual, educators have less time to cover their full curricula at the start of the year. 

   “I am going to have to trim a couple of things in my first semester English four,” said Gwozdz.

   Because of the differing times in each semester, some students may be learning more material than others, although taking the same class. 

   On the positive side, students will be able to take their final exams before winter break, ensuring that the material is still fresh in their minds—certainly preferable to taking them after a two-week break from education!

   “Coming back to school after break with new classes creates a fresh start for the new year,” said Emma Bellow, ‘25. 

   Starting a new school year with a new schedule, classes, and people can be quite stressful. However, kicking things off with a fresh start can be advantageous for students! 

   While there may be some challenges along the way, change is necessary from time to time. If things don't go as planned, Lakeview will adjust accordingly!

   As the end of the first semester approaches, Lakeview seniors are embarking on the exciting yet nerve-racking experience that is applying to colleges. A select few of which are trying their chances at applying to the University of Michigan. 

   The University of Michigan is renowned for the high-level education programs it offers and its prestigious reputation. It is widely considered one of the best schools in the country.

   For some Lakeview students, the quality of the education and the proximity of the school make it a frontrunner for their application process. 

   Lakeview student and Michigan applicant, Abigail McDade, 25’, said, “It’s a really good school and it’s only 45 minutes away from home which makes it really appealing because it’s so close to my family.” 

   One of the programs Michigan offers is the LSA Program (Literature, Science, and Arts) and has been a popular choice for the Lakeview applicants.

   “I’m gonna start out in the LSA program. I don’t know exactly what I’m gonna do yet but I’m gonna test a bunch of things out and see where it takes me,” McDade added.

   In order to be accepted into Michigan, you need to have a very solid academic resume that consists of a good GPA, solid test scores, and extracurricular activities to bolster your pedigree. 

   It’s important to get on top of your application processes early if you’re thinking about applying to Michigan. 

   Lakeview student and Michigan applicant Isabella Tiseo said, “I would do a lot of extra curriculars throughout high school and start my application early. I would also get a number of letters of recommendation and have my essays checked by qualified teachers.” 

   These students also have other colleges they’ve applied to as fallbacks just in case they don’t get into their school of choice– an important part of the application process. 

  We wish the students luck in their application process and hope they get into Michigan!

   When the lights come up on a Lakers varsity hockey game, there’s one player who’s been turning heads this season: freshman Tommy Petroske. Despite being one of the youngest on the team, he’s already playing like he's been on the team for years.

   For many freshmen, making the jump to varsity hockey can be intimidating. The speed is faster, the players are bigger, and the competition is a whole new level. But Tommy Petroske doesn't let that get to him.

“The most noticeable difference to high school hockey was the strength and speed of players,” said Petroske.

   It hasn’t taken long for Petroske to find his rhythm. Even though he’s one of the youngest guys on the roster, he’s already become an important part of the team’s offense.

“Tommy has a lot to learn with high school hockey but he has adapted to the pace early on and that should set him up for a great year,” says junior Gavin Mckee.

   Confidence is key, especially on a varsity team where everyone’s gunning for a starting spot. Petroske has found a way to blend in with the older players while still making his mark.

   Junior Caden Gersch said, “I wasn't expecting him to be this good as a freshman and his mentality really helps the team.”

   For Tommy Petroske, it’s all about staying focused and continuing to improve. He knows there’s still a lot of hockey to be played this season.

   As the season moves forward, it’s clear that Tommy Petroske is not your typical freshman. With his skills and his work ethic he’s already a key player for the Lakers varsity hockey team. If this is just the beginning of his high school career, there’s no telling how far he’ll go.

    Lakeview student, Ja’saiah Kamau, ‘26, wants to join the army once she graduates high school. 

   “I want to serve a purpose in life and bring change to the world for men and especially women,” said Kamau. 

 At a young age of seven years old,  Kamau had already come to a decision to join the military. 

“I wanted to go away and wear a cool camo outfit helping people,” said Kamau. 

   The U.S. Army has always been an eye opener to her and knowing that she has a title attached to her name gave her a sense of belonging. This branch is the base that Kamau wants to join.

   Some people don't want to join the army because your aways from family and it could be a difficult situation to be or even scary. They probably don't have enough information about the military or what it does for other people or even for themselves.

   “They have over 100 jobs that are like civilian jobs, just government oriented,” replied Kamau. 

   The military could be a place where people are in need of finding themselves or self-discipline. Some people think that people just do it because they were forced or that they need the money or they just want to die. 

“They are so diverse and trying to lift up some rules that have set people to look down on the military or to doubt it,” said Kamau. 

   The new Chick-fil-A in Roseville opened Thursday Oct. 3. They had to hire hundreds of new people to work there and operate the building. A few Lakeview students were hired and have been working there for almost a month now. 

   Chick-fil-A is one of the most well respected fast food businesses. They are known for being exceptionally clean with excellent customer service. 

   Senior and front of house team member Keora Awosika said, ¨To work there you have to have good customer service, a good attitude, and good work ethic.¨ 

   Sophomore and front of house team member Savi Mayfield explained, ¨You have to be able to smile even if you're having a bad day and you have to be kind. You should be able to make someone's day and have them leave with a good experience.¨ 

   Chick-fil-A's specialties are their chicken sandwiches. Many people believe their food tastes better than other fast food restaurants. 

   ¨I eat there all the time because it is one of my favorite restaurants. Usually if I eat other fast foods my stomach will hurt but I've never felt that with Chick-fil-A,¨ stated Mayfield.  

   Chick-fil-A is such a loved company and it has a great reputation. So many people want to be a part of the business and work there. 

    ¨I really like working there and  it's so fun. I really like my coworkers and I've made a lot of friends. I have never dreaded going to work, I always look forward to my shifts,¨ explained Mayfield. 

   The business is also a Christian-based company. This means that they are closed every Sunday of the week. 

   Mayfield shared,¨One of the reasons why I chose to work at Chick-fil-A was because I go to church on Sundays so work would interfere, but with Chick-fil-A it does not.¨ 

   Chick-fil-A really is one of the best companies to work at and to work for. Lakeview students love to be a part of the team and the customers love going there. 

     At the end of the Huskettes 2023-24 season, they were on the lookout for a new coach after their past coaches Katlyn Zerillo and Shannon Edmonds parted ways after 5 years of coaching the team. 

   With the short amount of time they had, the Huskettes were positive they would have no coach for the next season, until Holly Duquet stepped into action.

   “Even though I am only a couple months in, dance team coaching has been a great experience so far,” said Duquet. “I love watching the team grow and I hope that they grow not only as dancers, but people as well,” stated Duquet. 

   New to the team, Lily Ciegotura, ‘28 loves dancing for the school and plans on dancing in  the future whether it be in college or other places.

   “Coming onto the dance team with a new coach is hard not only for the dancers, but the coach too,” said Ciegotura. “This is my first of many years on the team, but I hope we all  grow together over the years,” stated Ciegotura. 

   The difference between the dance team this year and last year is massive, not because one coach was better than the other, but because every dance coach or coach for any other sport has a different style and way of teaching their students. 

   “I know Holly from my studio because she teaches there,” said Josie Zimmerman, 27'. “She has been a great coach this season so far and I can’t wait to continue the rest of this year and future years with her,” stated  Zimmerman. 

   The dance team has future competitions and ways to help themselves improve as dancers and as people. 

   The girls swim team has had a great season. They had their ups and downs, but they have team captain Katie Payne, and their wonderful coaches Danni and Alley; they were part of the reason for such an amazing season.

    With training before and after school, the girls worked hard this year to get to the county meet. 7 out of 12 girls went, and the hard work obviously paid off. With the 400 free relay taking 4th overall. Katie Payne, Antania Cook, Jennam Williamson, and Ava Hatch were the girls representing Lakeview, and they took 8th overall with 17 schools participating.

   Senior swim team captain Katie Payne is one of their strongest swimmers on the team. “Our coaches are amazing because they see our full potential and push us towards it and don't give up on us no matter what,” Payne stated. 

   Scoring always comes down to the 100th of a second, so the girls giving 110% is crucial. 

   “One of the many things we do to get hype and ready for the meets, is a locker room chant. We always do it, it’s like a good luck charm” Payne said.

   Junior Maddie Traskie is another amazing swimmer on the team. She finds that team bonding is the #1 priority when it comes to securing the win. 

   “I prepare for meets by having a discussion with my team and having pep talks, we are all super close and love to hype eachother up,” Traskie said.

   With regionals right around the corner, Traskie and her team are still striving to get better and better and take home first. 

   “Regionals are in a couple weeks and our team is preparing by having long and hard practices everyday to work our way to the top,” Traskie stated.

   The season is coming to an end, but the girls plan to continue to get better, and keep their body’s ready for next season. Coaches Danni and Alley did an amazing job bringing their girls to victory. Leaving this season, Lakeview is proud of the girls and their hard work. We are excited to see what they have in store for us next year!

     Every year the Lakeview newspaper class designates an editor to oversee all stories. The responsibilities of this role may vary according to the student body's composition. 

   During the academic year 2024-2025, senior Abigail McDade has taken up the editorship following three years of enrollment in the class. 

   As the editor, she is tasked with meticulously reviewing all submissions before they are presented to Anthony Savalle, the Newspaper Teacher. This responsibility can be time-consuming and challenging, particularly when students need to adhere to submission deadlines.

   “Being on time with submissions greatly impacts my ability to edit stories in a better fashion,” said McDade. 

   Not only does McDade edit stories, but she designs and operates the Lakeview newspaper website, The Husky. 

  "I am excited to create themes for the website to match the seasons and holidays... I want it to look very aesthetically pleasing," McDade expressed.

   McDade is closely involved with the class and maintains a positive attitude while assisting students and refining stories.

   “She is fantastic; I love her positive attributions to my stories,” said newspaper student Ayva Toma, ‘25. 

  Lakeview newspaper's selection of McDade as editor for this year is commendable. She demonstrates commitment and perseverance in her role.

   Lakeview Senior Isabella Tiseo presented and executed an idea for t-shirts that would be         used as a fundraiser for cancer through Van Elslander Cancer Center.   The shirts come in two different colors and designs. The Purple t-shirt represents Pancreatic Cancer, which was the cancer Mr Goike had.  And the Pink t-shirt represents Breast Cancer.    The purple t-shirt for Goike should be used on Oct. 11 for the boys varsity football game vs Grosse Pointe South. The theme is purple out at the Lakeview High School field.  The pink t-shirt for breast cancer should be used on Oct. 25 for the boys varsity football game vs Lakeshore High School. The theme is pink out at the Lakeview High School field.

  Paul Goike was a Lakeview teacher and he passed away from cancer in 2023. He had a big impact, not only on his students but most of the Lakeview Community. All of his students loved him. He coached Powderpuff for many years and was involved with a lot of school activities. He also worked at Lakeview for more than a decade.

   Tony Lovett, hall monitor and coach, helped make the t-shirts.  Lovett made the t-shirts with a Vinyl Cutter and a heat press. 

   “It took a long time to make the t-shirts.” said Lovett 

  Lovett and Tiseo worked very well together.  Tiseo gave Lovett the instructions of what she needed done, and he executed them.  Lovett wanted to help this cause because he likes giving back to the community, and thought it was a good idea to help Tiseo.  Tiseo thought it would be a good idea to keep it in the Lakeview family, and giving him business while helping the cause.

   Tiseo set up this fundraiser because she worked with this cancer center in the past.  Another reason she wanted to set up this fundraiser is because her mom passed away from cancer.

   “It's really important because I wanted to raise money for those in situations like my mom or other family members.” said Tiseo

   Lovett sold the t-shirts for $20 per shirt.  Lovett was very generous by helping and he even donated a portion of his own money to the fundraiser to help.   All together, Tiseo and Lovett raised close to $5000.   This fundraiser ended up being a succsess and they raised over $5,000 and sold t-shirts for cancer awareness.  Mr. Oster is a history teacher at Lakeview High School, he was one Goike’s good friend; they co taught classes together, and were very close.  

   “It wasn't that Mr Goike was a good man, he tried to be a good man.”  Said Oster

This fundraiser reminds people of Mr Goike and his impact on his students and Cancer Awareness.

   Huskies with Heart is a student organization that focuses on helping the school with events and helping the community through volunteer work and collecting donations. In September of this year, Ms. Curd was shocked by the amount of students willing to participate when 50 students, as opposed to the previous year's club size of 8, arrived in her classroom during the annual introduction meeting.

  Elizabeth Curd has been the sponsor for Huskies with Heart for 3 years; though, she was involved with the organization 4 years previously. 

   Huskies with Heart focuses on aiding a specific community each month including, but not limited to, veterans and the homeless. Student’s come together to either donate their own items or volunteer to collect other’s.

   Curd shares that “it is a little overwhelming, but in a very good way.” She also says that “even though there will be difficulties managing this many students, there are many opportunities for them.”

   She believes that the main reason students signed up was because of the sign up table the Huskies with Heart president was at during student orientation in August.

 “Sitting at orientation was the biggest reason why so many people are involved this year,” stated President of Huskies with Heart Nathan Wilson, ‘25. 

   Wilson sat at orientation with his mother in order to promote the club, hand out information, answer questions, and get willing participants contact information. He ended up receiving 100 participants' contact information at orientation alone.

   Wilson was also president of the organization last year, stating that “it was a lot to handle since there wasn’t a vice president or board, but with the amount of students involved this year, it should be easier.” 

    Isabella Tringali, 25’ stated that she “never really heard about Huskies with Heart until orientation.” She signed up for her first year when she saw the table after getting her schedule.

   With the significant amount of students interested in volunteering, Curd has a few plans.

    “We plan to help with charity week, sending veterans cards, donating clothing and food, and giving students access to volunteer opportunities on Schoology” stated Curd.

   Curd is also proud to announce that later this year, Huskies with Heart will be donating and accepting donations for a Cinderella’s Closet event for the first time. This will allow students to receive dresses and formal wear for little to no cost. Furthermore, making homecoming and prom more affordable for students and allowing them to discard old formal wear that they will not wear again.

     Curd believes that “kids are ready to be joiners again, they are seeing the value of helping others and would like to do something outside of themselves.”

    With the size of Huskies with Heart dramatically increasing, there will be more students to volunteer in their communities and at school, leaving everyone involved hopeful for the 24-25 school year.

    In a celebration of school spirit and tradition, Lakeview crowned senior Sophia Lancaster as this year's homecoming queen during a lively ceremony last Friday night.

   Sophia, known for her kindness and involvement in school events, expressed her gratitude for winning such an honor.

“I definitely was surprised because I was on court with such amazing girls… but I was also very happy because that meant most students voted for me and my goal is to be an outgoing and kind human,” said Lancaster, ‘25.

   Homecoming court is a cherished tradition among almost every high school in America, celebrating school pride and spirit. The event typically involves the selection of a king and queen. The nominees are voted on by their peers and the winners are announced during halftime.

   “Homecoming court adds so much more excitement to the homecoming game, pep rally, and parade,” said Lancaster, ‘25.

   Other members of the court also shared in the excitement of the moment. Senior Maggie Kinsora, also a friend of Lancaster, expressed her happiness for being crowned  as queen.

   “Sophia absolutely deserved to win. She is such a good person and it’s great to see that people recognize that,” said Kinsora, ‘25.

   Fellow homecoming court nominee, sophomore Molly Dossin, was equally as supportive.

   “There was never really a feeling of competitiveness between any of us. We’re all just there to celebrate each other and I couldn’t be happier for her,” stated Dossin, ‘27.

   Over the last year, as teachers have gotten more comfortable with e-hall passes, they’ve come up with their own plans and policies within the system. Some teachers are laid back, giving their students unlimited passes while some give only one or two. 

   Similar to when they did physical passes, each teacher has a different opinion on how many passes each student should get during a semester. Many of the teachers who give only one or two passes each semester believe that students simply abuse the bathroom passes to do other things. 

   “I think at the end of the day if students can’t look at themselves and admit that sometimes they just want to be out of class to go on their phone or to see their friends or girlfriend that’s something that they need to think about. There’s seven opportunities a day to go to the bathroom, during class isn’t always one of them,” stated Computer Apps teacher Patrick Threet. 

   Unlike Threet, a number of teachers believe that students should be able to go to the bathroom whenever they need to and don’t have any limits on their passes. Many of these teachers believe they should only put a limit on passes if usage gets abused or out of hand. 

  English teacher Lena Resin said “Students can stop and start passes on their own to the upstairs bathroom and their lockers. I don’t have a limit on the kids at the moment, but will input one as needed.” 

   Teachers throughout the building have noticed that with e-hall passes students leave the classroom much less and are actually in the classroom for the lessons more often than not. 

   “It cuts down on kids leaving. It’s still the same kids always wanting to leave, but it’s easier for me to track and tackle their habits,"said Resin. 

   Last year, the Lakeview Boys Varsity soccer team finished with a 17-3 record (9-1 in division play) and finished first in the MAC Gold division.

   They made it all the way to the district championship before losing to Cousino 7-4. Their performance that season granted them a chance to move up to the MAC Blue division, which they have taken and ran with so far.

   Currently, their record stands at 10-2-1 (7-0 in division play) after beating Warren Mott 8-0 on Thursday, landing them in first place in the MAC Blue division. 

   The team is made up of 19 players,  the bulk of which being juniors and seniors at 8 a piece, 2 sophomores, and 1 freshman.

   Evan Tripp, team captain, ‘25, said “I feel like we’ve been improving every game and right now is the best we’ve played all year,” following their current 4 game win streak.

   “Our team chemistry has gotten better every game. I think it’s a big part of our recent success and wins,” Tripp added.

   Entering into the back half of their season, the team has their eyes set on districts and making a run for a district championship. They have 5 games left, 2 of which being divisional games, and they feel confident in their abilities. 

   “I think we can make a good run at it and have a solid chance at making it far,” Liam Savalle, ‘25, said.

   With some proper preparation and sharpening of some tendencies, they can make a solid push in the 2nd half of their season, and prepare for a deep run in districts.  “We can work on our communication which would help our overall chemistry,” Savalle added. 

   Overall, the team has made great strides over the past two seasons and continue to impress with their ability to keep grinding out wins.

 Senior Griffin Simone ran against students like Jasen Messenger, and Troy Smith, who are both Seniors as well. He promoted his campaign through snapchat and instagram. He shared it with many of his friends from sports like Cross Country, and track. He also shared it with his Orchestra class that he has with many of his close friends. 

   Simone said, “In order to get on Court, I told people that I was running for Hoco king for Senior year just for fun. I continued to post on Snapchat and just share the word, so that I had a chance to get on the ballot, and many of my friends started to help by resharing my stories.”

   Jessie Stevens, a Senior and friend of Griffin’s, said,  “I helped promote him by resharing his homecoming signs on my social media and told my friends to vote for him. My group of friends would even share his post twice a week to help him gain more notice. Our friend group was super excited for him when it was announced at the game that he had won. I think he deserved it most out of the people that were running.”

   After the amount of promoting, many of his friends including himself were surprised he had won, because he was not the most popular student on the ballot. 

   “I was very excited to get king, it was a very nice way to start of Senior year, but I also was a bit nervous because I was not necessarily sure I would get it, but many of my friends had told me that they voted for me.” Simone stated.

   Many of his friends were excited that he had won but he was the most excited. Simone stated, “After winning homecoming king, I felt really nice because I got to represent my school and the things I loved about my high school career. I'm super thankful for my friends who helped me promote my campaign and were excited for me to win. It was a great experience and the start to my Senior year!”

   One of Lakeview’s star football players, Austin Engel, ‘25, popped his shoulder out of socket at one of the most important football games.

   Sept. 20, 2024, was Lakeview’s homecoming game against Utica. It was the 2nd quarter of the game and Lakeview was winning. 

   Engel went to tackle one of the Utica players. The player on the opposing team ran into Engel’s arm and pushed it back and it just happened to pop Engel’s shoulder out of its socket. 

   During this moment, Engel didn’t know what to think.

   “All that was going through my head was ‘why can I not move my arm?’ I thought I broke my collarbone,” said Engel.

   He was taken to the trainer’s room where they tried to get his shoulder back into place. They were unsuccessful. Engel’s dad then drove him to the hospital where they successfully got it back into place. 

   They discovered at the hospital that he also ripped his Labrum during this accident. 

   Engel has to be out for 1-2 weeks and also has to go to physical therapy for 3 weeks. 

   Engel plays as a middle linebacker. While he is out, Corey Penilton, ‘25 is going to be filling in for him.  

   Penilton usually plays between a linebacker and D-line, so not much has to change for him. He plays with a flexible mind so being put into Engel’s spot wasn’t a hard adjustment for him.

   “I play with the thought in mind that my brothers are fighting next to me,” said Penilton.

   The football team did end up winning by the end of the homecoming game so even though Engle was injured, the boys went into practice the next day with a positive mindset and ready for the upcoming game against L'anse Creuse North.

   In a unique blend of cultural exchange and athletic skillfulness, two foreign exchange students have joined the Lakeview High School soccer team, bringing their international talent to the field. I Interviewed  Eliot Langenegger from Chile, Samuel Glodic from Slovakia, and one of their American teammates Nathan Ampola  to learn more about their experiences and contributions to the team.

Q: “How are all the teachers and students treating you?” ~ Landen Chevalier 

A: ”All teachers are a lot more helpful than in my country and they treat me nice and friendly. I've made many new friends these past weeks in class, through sports, or in the gym. I'm excited to meet new people and students everyday.” ~ Samuel Glodic 

A: “In just five weeks, I've connected deeply with classmates and teachers, feeling welcomed and valued despite cultural differences. Their kindness and support have turned this experience into an unforgettable journey, even though expressing my Chilean ways of affection has been challenging.” ~ Eliot Langenegger

Q: “What do you miss most about where you’re from?” ~ Landen Chevalier 

A: “The food is what I miss the most. In the US, everything is processed and I miss some of my favorite foods from Slovakia. On the other hand, I absolutely love eating classic American cheeseburgers in restaurants. Yall make way better burgers than we do.” ~ Samuel Glodic

A: “I miss the sea in Viña del Mar, with its magical sunsets and unforgettable moments surfing with friends. I also miss physical contact and the warmth of my family, especially the delicious meals my grandfather used to prepare.” ~ Eliot Langenegger

Q: “ What’s your favorite thing about living in America?”  ~ Landen Chevalier 

A: “The school system. We can't play a sport for the school or have these huge football fields and open gyms to play basketball. I like how you care about sports.” ~ Samuel Glodic 

A: “The energy and motivation of young people here are spectacular, especially in extracurriculars like photography, band, and sports. The intercultural diversity in the school and society is incredible, offering a unique opportunity for personal growth.” ~ Eliot Langenegger 

   After Interviewing these two very interesting students I talked to one of their teammates Nathan Ampola who said, “The things I like most about playing with Eliot and Samuel are learning about their culture and teaching them how to speak proper english.” With their unique backgrounds and determination, Eliot Langenegger and Samuel Glodic are sure to make a significant impact on the team, both on and off the field. Their journey is a testament to the power of sports in bridging cultures and creating lifelong memories.

  School shootings have been more publicized in America since 1999 after the Columbine High School massacre. Many people, including the offenders, the school, and parents, are blamed for these incidents.

   In recent years, not only the offenders but also the parents of student shooters have been facing legal charges and jail time.   

   The most recent shooting was in Winder, Georgia, on Sept. 4 at the beginning of the school year. This incident shocked citizens, seeing that the offender was one of the high school students. 

   Colt Gray was accused of killing two students and two teachers. But his father, Colin Gray,  was also charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder, and eight counts of cruelty to children. 

   Gray knowingly let his kid have a weapon and even gave it to him for Christmas after past events of threats of school shootings from Colt. Colin was also interested in famous school shootings and simply performed odd behaviors. 

   Seeing that this mass shooting could have been prevented and was enhanced by the parent of Colt, he was charged as well. This didn't happen much in earlier years but is now becoming common. 

   “Parents should be charged with crimes with prior knowledge of the behavior of their kids… these things should be taken seriously,” said Sophia Stanton, 25’. 

   But this isn't the first time this has happened. In 2021, Oxford High School also had a shooting from one of their students. 

   The parents of Ethan Crumbley, Oxford's offender of the mass shooting, were the first parents of a school shooter in the US ever to be convicted. James and Jennifer Crumbley were each sentenced to 10-15 years. 

   They both purchased a gun for Ethan and left it unlocked, giving their son, who was only 15 years old then, full access. 

   Senior Addison Franz's cousin was a victim in this shooting. Her cousin was shot in the neck and bravely survived. 

   “Parents, more than anyone, can see the warning signs of their kids. Especially if they are gun owners and don't lock their weapons away,” said Franz, ‘25. 

   The United States is changing how it handles these kinds of situations. More people are being held accountable for their actions, which will hopefully prevent further incidents. 

    Lakeview’s 2024 homecoming dance was on Saturday, Sept. 21. Senior Alizabeth Loisel is the chair for the dance committee and was the one who made homecoming happen. 

   Loisel has been in student council for all four years of highschool and this is her second year being in charge of the  dance committee.  This comes with many requirements and duties.

   Student council advisor Stephanie Givinsky explained, “Because she's had so much experience running  student council events, we really relied on her to plan and order all the decorations, and plan the team to make sure everything got done.”

   Loisel explained, “It can be a lot though. There is always added stress and it can sometimes feel overwhelming.” 

   There are some aspects that people never get to see that she has to do as well. One being, she has to stay after the dance to clean up and put everything back where it needs to be, meaning she doesn't get to go and hang out with her friends after the dance like everyone else.  

   Even with all of the stress and the toll it takes on her she truly does love being such a big part of the school dance.  

   ¨I really do enjoy my position, student council, and the part I have in planning the dance because I get to have a part in making everyone's homecoming experience better. I also get to make decisions on cool things like the tickets and wristbands, and having a part in designing them,¨ said Loisel, 

   Lakeview is really lucky to have her, and people like her, to help our school have more fun experiences. 

    ¨She is always calm, she always has a positive attitude, and even when she is struggling she doesn’t take it out on other people. I am really proud of Beth,” stated Givinsky. 

  When the 2024 homecoming theme, Tangled, was announced last spring, students had varying opinions on the matter. In spite of Tangled being voted upon by students, some feel as if the

 theme is too specific while others claim the theme is perfect.

   In April 2024, students were sent a ballot including the favored homecoming themes that last year’s student council voted upon. Student’s were expected to choose their top 3 and submit their ballots, after a few days whichever theme got the most votes would be the next year's homecoming theme. 

   Students were then informed that Rapunzel won by majority vote, leaving many excited; however, some students had concerns.

   Chair of the dance committee Beth Loisel, ‘25 expressed her previous concern regarding the decorations in preparation for the dance due to Tangled having a very particular theme. 

   Loisel stated, “Lighting, candles, and lanterns were the main concern” during the preparation of this year's homecoming.   Although she had faced difficulties throughout the process, she believes “The decorations turned out to look better than [she] had anticipated.”

   Loisel also found it difficult to find an outfit that “perfectly recreated the movie.”

   Even though some students preferred the broader themes, Faith Muylaert ‘25 shares her excitement for this year's theme as “it’s [her] favorite theme that [she’s] had throughout highschool.”

   Amber Samuel ‘25 agrees saying she “likes this year's theme since it’s different from previous years.”

   With the date of homecoming coming to a close, students seem to be more excited than nervous about the theme than they were when the decision was first announced.

   Lakeview gym teacher Richard Nelson is ending his 31-year-long term at Lakeview Public Schools after the first semester. There are many mixed feelings and emotions about leaving his beloved school and second home. 

   After being here for over 31 years, both at LHS and JMS, there were many ups and downs about being a gym teacher for Nelson, but mostly ups. 

   “I love teaching PE more than anything,” said Nelson. “I have also taught Science, Health, Journalism, ran Student Congress, and coached several sports throughout my years here,” stated Nelson.

   Being a good teacher is one thing, but being a good role model is a way bigger influence to the students. There’s not one student here that could tell you Nelson is a bad teacher or role model. This means Nelson’s experience here was filled with joy and happiness rather than stress. 

   “I don’t really have a favorite memory from Lakeview, but I have had literally hundreds of great experiences,” said Nelson. “I enjoy meeting new students each year, and cherish the relationships that I’ve developed with former students who come back to visit, or just stop in to say hello,” claimed Nelson. 

   Along the way, many new friends and a second family was formed between Nelson and his other PE teachers.

   Principal Scott Kapla also has mixed feelings about Nelson leaving, but many great memories were made with him as a teacher at LHS.

   “As funny as it may seem, my best memories with Nelson happen to be when he is getting injured or hurt, but only as a joke,” said Kapla. “I started in ‘07 and he was here before me, but having to replace him will be such a hard thing to do for me and for the students,” stated Kapla. “He always had such a great relationship with you guys and we’ll always be grateful for a guy like Nelson,” claimed Kapla. 

   As he heads off, don’t forget to say and wish the best to Nelson before he moves on to the next chapter of his life. 

   The boys varsity soccer team had a strong start to the new season with winning their first home game on Wednesday, September 4, against Sterling Heights. 

   The field has been redone since last year's soccer season. This is a huge change and adjustment since the game is all happening on the new field; however, the boys seem to like it. 

   Both Blake Moseley and Noah Gaddis, junior strikers, agree that the new field was helpful. 

   “I like the new turf better because the ball doesn't bounce as much on it and it's just nicer,” said Moseley. 

   “I love the new turf. It feels better than last year's one and easier to play on,” said Gaddis. 

   There were some hardships throughout the game. One of Sterling Heights players, number seven, was an incredible player. 

   “The greatest struggle of the game was when number 7 scored 4 goals on us,” said Moseley. 

   Senior defender Briggs Wilkie explained, “It's been complicated because we lost like twelve seniors from last year and there are a lot of new people, so we are all still trying to learn how to play with each other.”

   This team is doing exceptionally well especially with all of the changes they have to adjust to. 

  With only four minutes left of the game, Gaddis came through and scored the game winning point, making the final score 5-4. 

   Gaddis explained, “I knew I needed to score a goal because it was tied 4-4 and we needed the point, and so I was really nervous but after I scored, I was really happy and I showed it.” 

   After Gaddis secured the win, he slid on the ground with his hands in the air and cheered with his teammates. 

   At the time of publication, the team currently has a record of 5-1. 

   On August 23, 2024, Sabrina Carpenter released her new album Short n’ Sweet.

   The album has 12 tracks. Her song “Espresso” was the first single from the album to be released followed by “ Please Please Please.” 

   When “Espresso” was released, people went crazy over it. Sabrina Carpenter started to become very popular and definitely gained more fans by the release of that song. People were extremely excited for her album to be released after hearing these two songs and being absolutely amazed by Carpenter’s work.

   Carpenter grew up being a Disney Channel star. She played the role of “Maya” in the Disney Channel show “Girl meet world,” so people already knew who she was before she released music. 

   This wasn’t Carpenter’s first album, but definitely the most popular. 

   “I think her new album is very fun and definitely shows a different side to what kind of music she can really make,” said Isabella Kluge ‘26.

   A lot of her new songs on this album have also blown up after the release. People really enjoy the songs “Taste” and “Good Graces”. 

   This album has songs that a lot of people can relate to and that is a big reason why it is so popular.

   “I really like her new album. I think it is very relatable and it shows a good look into a teenage girl's mind,” said Trinity Koehn ‘26.

   Carpenter is going on tour with this album and the tickets sold out shortly after the release of them. Fans bought these tickets before the album was even released with hopes of a great album from Sabrina.

   The concert hasn’t started yet but in just a week she will have her first show of the “Short n’ Sweet Tour” in Columbus, Ohio.

   If you haven’t yet listened to the album, everyone seems to be loving it so go on your music streaming platform and give it a listen to see how you like it. 

  Nicole Rakozy has been a teacher at Lakeview and head of the diversity club for many years and has definitely made an impact on many. However, many students either don’t know about the diversity club or think it’s only for certain people. This is a place for everyone to belong.

   Everyone needs a place to feel themselves and feel that safely, Diversity club is the place to be. Students in diversity club love the community that it provides.

   Lakeview sophomore and diversity club member Vivienne Isbey said “You have a place that you feel like you belong if you don’t have that at home.” 

   The students love the fun activities and experiences this club provides. 

   Not only is it fun but you learn about different cultures and identities. Whether this be from field trips, movies, or discussion. 

   Senior diversity club member Kyra Carter said, “we go on different field trips to diversity summits and the DIA”

   The students that are in this club enjoy hearing about others' experiences and how they differ. They learn about each other and their own cultures. No one person is the same and these kids know that.

   Students in the club also enjoy Rakozy as a club director. She shows them that there is always more to know about someone or something.

   Rakozy said, “there’s a need for a place for people to go and be truly authentic human beings safely.” 

   Rakozy makes that safe place possible for Lakeview students. Diversity club is a place for everyone no matter what. 

   Diversity is an important thing to understand in the time we live in. Rakozy wants her students to understand and appreciate the variety there is in the world.

   On June 15, Heidi Schienke, ‘26 departed from the Metro Detroit airport and made her way to Europe, more specifically, France and Spain. It wasn’t just her though, some of the Lakeview students and teachers accompanied her on the trip, watching over her in the large, European cities.

   “I was terrified to go actually,” stated Schienke, “It was my first time on a plane and I wasn’t going to be with my mother. I’ve never been that far from my family, so it was a pretty nerve-racking experience.”

   Being in an unknown and foreign country can be very terrifying, especially if you’re not with your family and are surrounded by a lot of people.

   “I really liked how Mrs. Bowen had everything under control,” said Schienke, “It made me feel a lot safer and more secure. We got to all of our destinations on time thanks to Mrs. Bowen and Mrs. Vanpeeren.”

   “The only thing I didn’t like about being a chaperone was hearing all the students complain about their meals,” shared Jamie Donoghue, LHS art teacher, “Nobody would eat anything unless it was fast food, which is very frustrating since we took these kids all the way to another country to have them try new cuisines and all that but they just ended up wanting fast food.”

   Besides the obvious dispute between meals, Schienke still enjoyed visiting a lot of different places between the two countries.

   “I would say the favorite place I visited while on the trip was La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain,” voiced Schienke, “It was absolutely amazing and beautiful, I could’ve sat in the church for hours.”

   Though the countries are close, she noticed a large difference between the scenery and the people.

   “I think I preferred Spain over France only because the people were a lot nicer in Barcelona than in Paris. Not to mention it smelt a lot better,” exaggerated Schienke.

   On the way back from Spain, there was a severe storm which caused the flight back home from Canada to be canceled.

   “I think the hardest part about being a chaperone was when the flight got canceled,” spoke Donoghue, “So many kids were becoming unraveled and just wished to go home. Some kids, Heidi, needed to be in camp the next day, and some kids needed to be going to a concert the next day. It was tough to watch and hard to keep my professional-teacher act up so the kids stayed calm.”

   “I was so worried about not being able to get home,” started Schienke, “I had to be at church camp the next day and still had to pack for camp, it was an emotional rollercoaster.”

   Juniors vs. Seniors Powderpuff is returning this school year, but not without stirring up tension. While many students were initially excited to hear that this tradition was returning, this event is already causing strain between the two grades, raising concerns that a friendly competition could go sideways.

   In the past, Lakeview has tried numerous times to create a Juniors vs. Seniors powderpuff game for its students. However, it was discontinued over 10 years ago due to conflict between participating students on the field. 

   “I've always been a little worried about Powderpuff because it's competitive and always has a built-in rivalry,” said Powderpuff coach, Anthony Savalle.

   Just a few weeks into preparation for this event, tension is quickly surfacing. The two group chats that the grades have created themselves revealed students exchanging harsh words and accusations with one another.

  The game is scheduled for October 14, so the students can still turn things around. However, the school administration is closely monitoring the situation, hoping that they can intervene before it escalates even further.

   “Should these negative comments between classes continue (social media or otherwise), the game will be canceled,” stated Scott Kapla, principal of Lakeview.

   Many are still concerned that the rivalry could overshadow the event, making it less about having school spirit and more about who the better class is. 

   “It’s supposed to be fun, but people have already been taking it way too seriously… it feels more like a battle than an actual game,” said Riley Zajac, ‘25.

   The Powderpuff game will return or be removed because of the same issues that led to its initial ban. It is clear that the event may be more divisive than unifying, compromising the school spirit that it was meant to create.