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Student views on Lake news

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Student views on Lake news

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Oliver Paisley and Baylee Smith, Juniors at Lake Stevens High School, find themselves distracted in the classroom on their phones.

Who’s to Blame for Lake Stevens High School Academic Decline?

Josh LaSalle, Business Manager March 4, 2025

In the wake of COVID-19, Lake Stevens High School academic decline has sparked concern among students, teachers, and parents. Test scores in ELA, Math, and Science have dropped, raising a crucial question:...

AI cartoon graphic of "Big" viking and "Little" viking

Bring back Big Viking Little Viking

Aurianna Olmos, Viking Gallery Editor March 4, 2025

Being a kid is something that no matter how long it's been, everyone still thinks about it. Running around on the playground, pretending to sleep in order to get carried into the house, enjoying surprise...

Seniors Carlos Lopez & Gavin Miller working a 4-8 shift after school

Juggling School and an After-School Job Creates More Stress

Santos Carmona Gijon, Staff Reporter March 4, 2025

Juggling school and a job can be overwhelming at first, but with time, people fall into a rhythm and are able to manage both. The one thing most students are worried about when it comes to having an...

Juniors Oliver Paisley and Baylee Smith use their phones after completing their class work before the period is over.

New phone policy: benefit or drawback?

Naman Verma, Head Photographer March 3, 2025

We all know the feeling in class of finishing work, and have nothing else to do. After putting in the effort, a reward feels naturally fulfilling. It feels like the perfect time to turn on the phone for...

Students can find quick and easy snacks in the Health Room and in the Learning Commons, third floor.

Empty stomachs, empty minds: End student hunger with free snacks at school

Fatou Kaddy Sarr, Staff Reporter March 3, 2025

The link between nutrition and academic performance is undeniable. A hungry child struggles to concentrate, exhibits lower energy levels and is more susceptible to illness. These factors create a significant...

Josiah Asnake jots down notes in the library.

Students Share Studying Approaches That Propel Their Learning

Cannon Kennard, Staff Reporter February 28, 2025

Try out these effective study tips Lake Stevens High School provides a vast number of education programs, and oftentimes they include rigorous tests and quizzes that students must be prepared for. It...

Senior William Mapp presents his favorite video game from childhood

Students divulge their favorite games

Joey Neale, Web Designer February 11, 2025

Lake Stevens High School has a vast amount of students who all enjoy different things, but out of over 2000 Vikings, what is their favorite video game? According to a poll inquiring about the interests...

Photo by Yadira Reyes-Cisneros of a LSHS student's phone and computer during class time.

The Ongoing Debate: Restrictions on Cell Phones at LSHS

Cecily Hull, Staff Reporter January 30, 2025

Students around the school find the cell phone policy very restricting and even unsafe in some circumstances. For example, LSHS has the “Off and Away Until I Say” rule, states that during academic...

Leadership students created a backdrop for the Tangled-themed homecoming assembly.

LSHS community wants a say in school spirit themes

Spirit days and assemblies are a vital contribution to school spirit for students, a way to give them a break to have fun and socialize with fellow classmates. However, there are always opportunities to...

After the 8:05 bell, students are required to enter through the Main Office. Once they enter, they are required to wait in a line to speak to an administrator.

Tardy Meetings Waste Student Time and Disrupt Learning

Naman Verma, Head Photographer January 28, 2025

Students feel admin meetings for being late are unnecessary, waste time, and do not support students accurately. Efforts should be focused on education. Tardy Meetings only add to the problem rather than...

Four-day week data from LSHS students show the majority approve.

Could a Four-Day Week Be the Answer to Student Burnout?

Daniella Cabrera-Wells, News Editor December 5, 2024

A four-day week should be put in place to better student mental health and education. Students at LSHS believe that 4-day school weeks will help them excel academically as well as provide more time...

Students’ concerns arise based on the North and West Hall bathrooms at Lake Stevens High School

Students’ concerns arise based on the North and West Hall bathrooms at Lake Stevens High School

Yadira Reyes Cisneros and Melana Tonkih December 5, 2024

The North and West Hall bathrooms at LSHS seem to have constant issues, whether it's overcrowding, long lines, or periodic closures. “If I wanna go to the bathroom during passing period, I don't have...