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Leander High School's online student-run newspaper

The Roar
Leander High School's online student-run newspaper

The Roar
Aiden Spicer plays trumpet in his final performance of the band program’s ‘Shades’ at the grand national competition. “[This marching season] has definitely been my favorite out of the four that I’ve had,” Spicer said. “Overall, the vibe and culture of the band has been at an all-time high. Everyone has been so welcoming and has worked extra hard. It’s created a good end to the season.”

Trumpet player leads charge

by Ari Tower, Reporter
December 6, 2024
Veteran MJ Hegar serves a shaka to the camera from her medevac helicopter. Hegar, an LHS alumni, was awarded the Purple Heart for her bravery during her third tour in Afghanistan. After serving in the Air Force for 12 years, she came home to marry a fellow alumni, Brandon Hegar. “It’s funny,” Hegar said. “You go all the way around the world and come home to find your soulmate in the elementary school playground.”

Leander alumnus creates ripples

by Ari Tower, Reporter
November 15, 2024
The courtyard sports a new AP after Devin Eatmon's promotion from Advanced Placement World History and Human Geography teacher. Eatmon is characterized by his sense of humor and desire to help those around him. "[I aim to] make Leander High School even better," Eatmon said.

History made

by Ari Tower, Reporter
November 1, 2024
Gustavo Perez practices his music for regional band auditions, undisturbed within the quiet of the band program's practice rooms. "Times like this allow us to work [individually] so that we re better prepared for the upcoming auditions."

Sophomore credits friends for musical success

by Ari Tower, Reporter
October 7, 2024
Jilianne Nuevo

From classrooms to community

by Osiris Rodriguez Escobedo, Reporter
September 5, 2024
Meet the Revolting Children of "Matilda"

Meet the Revolting Children of “Matilda”

by Payal Mugunda, Co-Editor in Chief
February 29, 2024
Cover by Courtney Brown

Senior Spotlight: Kaushik Kurapati

by Payal Mugunda, Co-editor in chief
December 14, 2023
Cover by Courtney Brown

Senior Spotlight: Olivia Straus

by Sophia Straus, Reporter
December 14, 2023
Cover by Courtney Brown

Meet Future Politician Sean McColl

by Haley Hausam, Reporter
September 21, 2023
Coach Alic Flores in his U.S. Government classroom

Tackling and Teaching

by Lucas Matsuda, Reporter
September 19, 2023
Senior Carver Ulrich as Harry Bright in "Mamma Mia!" playing guitar during his song "Thank You for the Music"

Carver Ulrich’s Last Curtain Call

by Lelah Moeller, Guest Writer
May 17, 2023
Sophomore Colbin Holmes swings the bat at the March 14 game against Rouse

Home Run for Holmes

by Caleb Nyberg, Reporter
May 17, 2023
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