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Leander High School's online student-run newspaper

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

The Roar
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The removal of the statue showcases our newfound sensitivity to the past and our need to erase it.

[Photo] The Jefferson Memorial statue, or how overly sensitive we’ve become

by Garrett Gage, Staff Writer
September 4, 2015
The IB students use shirts for their own expression and promotion.

[Photo] IB students set records, welcome new coordinator

by Austin Graham, Assistant Editor
July 15, 2015
A year full of laughs, tears, fire drills, ice days, and finally goodbyes

[Photo] Year in Review

by Senior Staffers
June 3, 2015
The world changes and so do the people. We can only hope that it changes for the better.

A different world

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
June 3, 2015
White Eagle takes flight

White Eagle takes flight

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
June 2, 2015
Caroline Cravens and Siandhara Bonnet have been on the staff for three years; Claire Kyllonen has been on it for two. From L to R: Siandhara Bonnet, Claire Kyllonen, and Caroline Cravens

Editors of The Roar say goodbye

by Siandhara Bonnet, Caroline Cravens, and Claire Kyllonen
June 1, 2015
From left to right (ranks four to one): Alper Orkun, Molly Aldred, Holly Ekas, and Cherilyn Song

Night among stars

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
May 28, 2015
Senior Jordan Tschoepe plays basketball for the Lady Lions, but does not plan on playing on college

Getting away to get closer

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2015
Mother's Day was created by Anna Jarvis in 1908. It became a national U.S. holiday in 1914.

Last minute gift ideas for Mother’s Day

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
May 6, 2015
Abuse isn't always physical; it's emotional, verbal, and psychological. As of 2014, 1/3 teens who were involved in an abusive relationship confided in someone about the violence.

Breaking the cycle of abuse

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
April 30, 2015
Movie Review: Jersey Boys

Movie Review: Jersey Boys

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
April 30, 2015
The newspaper staff with Bobby Hawthorne after winning the Silver Star award at ILPC later in the month. (L-R) Junior Jack Densmore, senior Claire Kyllonen, senior Siandhara Bonnet, Bobby Hawthorne, advisor Danielle Bell, sophomore Austin Graham, and senior Caroline Cravens.

From nothing to everything

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
April 28, 2015
27 students are nominated for this award, and those students nominate one teacher each.

Students, teachers accept LEEF STAR award

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
April 23, 2015
Flag supporting gay rights blowing in the wind

[Photo] Texas businesses join up against LGBT discrimination

by Austin Graham, Staff Writer
April 30, 2015
The final pose in The Brotherhood of Man during the last rehearasal

How to Succeed at GAHSMTA

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2015
From stone tools to cell phones; anything could be next.

Progression of technology

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
April 15, 2015
AVID, or Advancement Via Individual Determination

AVID: An Explanation

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
April 9, 2015
Life can be found in even the most secluded places

Hidden

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2015
Equality shouldn't be a battle

Equality isn’t a contest

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
March 31, 2015
The 39 Steps is a comedy set in the 1930's

Step two of 39

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
March 31, 2015
Senior Lauren Weber shares her SXSW experience in volunteering

Work never ends

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
March 31, 2015
Senior holding mid Xhesika Ceka steals the ball from a Marble Falls defender

Girls soccer ends season

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
March 28, 2015
There are about 70 days until the last day of school

Getting back into the swing of things

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2015
Senior Maria Young was one of the victims of the shattered dreams crash.

A precious thing

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2015
Corporal Bruce Trzeciak, senior Zane Hudson, and junior Sierra Stevenson watch as their loved ones are taken away by EMS

Drinking and driving can do more than shatter your dreams

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2015
Movies are one of the cheapest ways to find some entertainment during Spring Break

[Photo] Spring Break on a Budget

by Claire Kyllonen, Assistant Editor
March 17, 2015
Sophomore swing player Miranda Brents play catch up with the ball

Girls Soccer ties Marble Falls

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
March 10, 2015
In honor of all of the African American men and women who have made an impact in United States history

Important people in history

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 28, 2015
Jocilyn Guerra petting one of the cats at the shelter

Warm, fuzzy feelings

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2015
Butterflies are sometimes used as a symbol for freedom and life in literature.

Defining Moments

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2015
Debate coach Terry Hunt aids his students in prepping before they go before judges.

[Photo] New debate talent shows off at Westwood

by Claire Kyllonen, Assistant Editor
March 24, 2015
Galavant promotion poster

‘Galavant’ series ends season with cliffhanger

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 20, 2015
Pro-Russian fighters rip apart a Ukrainian flag outside a regional state building in Donestsk, Ukraine, on May 29, 2014

Year-long battle in Ukraine comes to ceasefire

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 20, 2015
The crowd watching the second featured film, Back to the Future

IB Back to the Future

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2015
Seniors Daniel Black and Joe Mahoney

Boys basketball ends season

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 18, 2015
Weather appropriate clothes displayed by a group of students

Weather appropriate clothes with six more weeks of winter

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 16, 2015
Sophomore Chase Cotton goes for a layup against Marble Falls

Second time could be the charm

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2015
Two Minutes to See the World Around you

Lunchroom Scene

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2015
Cupid Crush Grams will feature a can of Crush soda and candy

What a Lovely Crush

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 12, 2015
America's favorite sports come into season at Leander

Don’t Strike Out: Are You Ready for Baseball and Softball Season?

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 11, 2015
Junior Michael Berry on the field and on the court

The Many Sides of Michael Berry

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
February 10, 2015
The starters of the boys varsity team being introduced at the beginning of the game against Eastivew

On the Ball

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2015
Sophomore Cody Bayer dribbles across the court towards the basket.

[Photo] Tigers Slip by Lions

by Jack Densmore, Staff Writer
January 29, 2015
Coach Grissom high fives one of the students that gave him a face full of cream

Slice of Life

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2015
Senior guard Daniel Black on a drive against Eastview

Win Some, Lose Some

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2015
Students in zero hour have to wake up early in order to make it to class on time, but students with three quarter days are allowed to either wake up late or go to bed early.

Aware of All Options

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2015
Sophomore Dominique Sewell shoots for a basket against Eastview

[Photo] Lions Face Tough Loss Against Vista Ridge

by Jack Densmore, Staff Writer
January 23, 2015
The poster for the musical designed by Jermey McNair

Annual Musical Takes the Stage

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
January 16, 2015
The Varsity Basketball Boys before their game against Liberty Hill

First Win of the Season

by Siandhara Bonnet, Editor-in-Chief
January 16, 2015
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