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Dear Class of 2026,

Dear Freshmen,    Welcome to Lexington High School!  In the last few days, have you felt nervous, awkward, or even realized that the upperclassmen are actually not as tall as you had imagined?...

Clubs and Extracurriculars at LHS

Are you into STEM, sports, social issues, or K-pop? Lucky for you, with over 170 clubs, Lexington High School is the perfect place to explore your interests and make new friends. In October, all of...

The Musket’s Guide to LHS Slang

During your first days at Lexington High School, as you attempt to navigate your way around giant crowds of students, you will definitely be bombarded with typical LHS slang—words like “the mods”...

CollegeBored: A Letter to our Freshman Selves

Dear Readers,   Welcome to CollegeBored! A satire column written by us, Joanna and Anika. Here, we navigate the college admissions process and reflect on our experiences.  Entering high...

Your Guide to Guidance Counselors

Anvita Kalpande, News Editor

As you start your freshman year at Lexington High School, one of the most important people you will meet is your guidance counselor. Guidance counselors help students navigate through all four years of...

Freshman Advice: Do’s and Don’ts

Angie Leung, Online Content Editor

Do: Take advantage of after-school study spots! When the school day ends, many students head to Cary Library, which is a five-minute walk from Lexington High School, to study or meet up with...

Welcome to Lexington High School

Dear Class of 2025, Welcome to Lexington High School! As an incoming freshman, the thought of being a high school student strikes a strange balance of thrilling and intimidating. We wish we could share...

Productivity 101: A Practical Guide to Navigating High School

Sarah Liu, Features Editor

High school is an enormous transition for every freshman—equally exciting as it is challenging. You’re in for new freedoms and responsibilities, so how do you avoid getting lost in these changes? Planning!  There...

Favorite Places on Campus

Avni Kamat, Editor-In-Chief

While LHS’ California-style campus boasts a variety of exciting spots, these locations are a few of my favorites. Location #1 - The freshmen modular classrooms, also known as the mods, are where...

Choosing Extracurriculars at Lexington High School

From Anime club to Beekeeping club, the wide selection of activities at Lexington High School allows students to explore their interests and meet new people. While this presents an exciting opportunity...

Freshman Advice and Tips

Angie Leung, Online Editor

Plan out your courses and credits Before picking out sophomore year courses or modifying your current course load, browse the Lexington High School Program of Studies. If possible, take gym classes...

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