The Musket

Dear Class of 2027,

Hello Class of 2027! Welcome to Lexington High School! As your trusty Editors-in-Chief and seasoned high school seniors, we are here to help you navigate these (not so endless) hallways. We remember...

LHS Clubs and Athletics: Where Passion Meets Purpose

LHS Clubs and Athletics: Where Passion Meets Purpose

From the Happiness Club to the K-Pop Dance Club, Lexington High School boasts an impressive roster of over 140 clubs along with a wide selection of sports teams and performing arts opportunities. These...

LHS Model United Nations

How to Be a Humanities Student at LHS

A lot of people will call Lexington High School a “STEM school”: our Math, Science, and Computer Science courses are top-notch, not to mention the ample extracurricular opportunities for students pursuing...

The Musket’s Definitive Guide to LHS Slang

The Musket’s Definitive Guide to LHS Slang

As you begin to navigate Lexington High School, you may start hearing unfamiliar phrases like “Comms 1” or “IDLC”. These are words that you will definitely make use of throughout your time at LHS....

Debunking LHS Myths

Even before entering Lexington High School for the first time, many of you have undoubtedly heard things about LHS students and the high school experience. Perhaps you’ve been informed that you will...

Just in Case: Who Are Your Mental Health Resources at LHS?

Just in Case: Who Are Your Mental Health Resources at LHS?

High school can be a stressful time for anyone, and learning how to manage your stress and access mental health resources will be invaluable while attending Lexington High School. The purpose of this article...

How to Build a Good Relationship with Your Teachers

How to Build a Good Relationship with Your Teachers

Dear Freshman,  Below are nine steps I recommend you follow to build a good relationship with your teachers!  Participate in class Although this may seem like a no-brainer, participating in...

Laya Ananthakrishnan performing at Jam

Meet the Seniors: Advice from the Graduated Class of 2023

As the summer comes to a close and students at Lexington Public Schools transition into the new academic year, the members of Lexington High School’s class of 2023 are preparing to move on to their next...

CollegeBored: Letter to Our Freshman Selves

Alexis Chen, Nikhita Prasad

Dear Freshmen, Welcome to CollegeBored! Here you’ll find your two favorite writers giving you somewhat heartfelt advice about the college admissions process throughout the year. We’re here to support...

Social Tips to Navigate LHS

Social Tips to Navigate LHS

Entering your freshman year at Lexington High School can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience, especially when meeting new people and navigating new spaces. To help you ease into the new school year,...

Academic Tips: How to Be a Successful Student

Toshio Yuki, Sports Editor

Picture this: It’s 2am. You’re frantically copying down each line of the chapter for your textbook reading assignment that was due at 11:59pm. Even worse, you still have to study for another test tomorrow....

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