Senior Edition 2019 by Lancer Spirit Online

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Volume 42 • Edition 7 • Senior Edition • Londonderry High School

CONTENTS Cover photo by Thomas Wolthers Cover: LHS will soon bid farewell to its seniors.

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Editorial

Class of 2019 Top 10

Teacher superlatives

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Teacher of the Year Mr. Mundy conducts his students to greatness

Senior memories from elementary school

Senior memories from middle school

Enroll now at Spork U.

Unified says goodbye to our seniors

Senior intentions

Senior athletes commit to play in college

Messages from teachers

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After pouring herself into teaching chemistry for 21 years, Nazro’s new experiment will be her retirement

Bill Duffy: “Livin’ Life” after retirement

Kilgore-Prugh to begin writing a new life chapter when she retires

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Mr. Wenger Retires: You can take the man out of the math classroom, but you can’t take the math out of the man

Messages to teachers from students

Tips for college from LHS alum

Senior Prom 2019

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The Lancer Spirit seniors bid farewell We’ve been through a lot these past four years, seniors. We’ve seen each other during our best and worst days, and now that’s all coming to an end. There are habits we developed, a routine to which we’ve become accustomed. This will be over sooner rather than later. No more mom waking you up every day. Instead, it’ll be your roommate letting you sleep through your alarm. No more school bells. Just professors dismissing you from class. No more shoving through the crowded lobby. Rather you’ll be making your way through a quiet campus for your 8 a.m. lecture.

It’s crazy to think that we will be on our own next year, with way more freedom and less guidance than we had previously. Luckily, Lancer Nation has prepared us for our next step and all of us should be ready to take on our futures, whether it be through getting a college education, or entering the Armed Services or workforce. Goodbye, Appletown and LHS, we’ll never forget you. Once a Lancer, always a Lancer. Sincerely, The Senior Editors of The Lancer Spirit

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The Class of 2019 Top 10

10 Ashley Lynch Amanda Wells 8 9 Jackelyn Harris Hailey Robbins 6 7 Jack Brown Zachary Chau 4 5 Alyssa Jarvis Urvi Chakraborty 3 2 Madison Sanborn Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Northeastern University

University of New Hampshire

George Washington University (not pictured)

Jocelyn Mayo West Virginia University

Georgia Tech University

St. Anselm College

University of Virginia

Northeastern University

Cornell University

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TEACHER SUPERLATIVES

Mrs. Murphy

Mr. Mundy

Favorite Junior Teacher

Mr. Tallo

Mr. Choquette

Mr. Beaulieu & Mr. Mundy

Mrs. Donovan & Mrs. Peabody

Mrs. Wakelin

Mr. Beaulieu

Jerry

Mrs. Juster

Best School Mom

Mr. Roop

Favorite Senior Teacher

Best Sense of Humor

Mr. Juster

Favorite Sophomore Teacher

Favorite Freshman Teacher

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Best Storyteller

Best School Dad

Best Bromance

Best Substitute Teacher

Best Gal Pals

Best Vocabulary

The Lancer Spirit editors sent out a poll via Google Forms to all seniors asking them to vote for teachers. The teachers with the most votes in each category are pictured below.

Mr. Roop

Mrs. Bound

Mrs. DeWinkeleer

Mr. Miller

Mr. Courtemanche

Mr. Willis

Most Approachable

Most Likely to be President

Mr. Tallo

Most Likely to Win a Rap Battle

Most Encouraging

Most Likely to be Famous

Mrs. Wooding Most Likely to Break Out in Dance

Most Inspiring

Most Likely to Win Jeopardy!

Mr. Levergood

Most Likely to Accidentally Invent Time Travel

Mr. Miller& Mr. Choquette Best Rivalry

Ms. Brennan Most Likely to Go to the Olympics

Mr. Grant

Most Likely to Survive the Hunger Games

Teacher Superlatives

Teacher of the Year Mr. Mundy conducts his students to greatness » Kait Bedell, Online Chief

The new assistant band director Mr. Mundy has spent his first year here adapting to a large band. Prior to joining the LHS music department, Mundy attended college in Michigan and then taught at Pelham High School for eight years, where he helped to build up a smaller music program. “I was fortunate [at Pelham] to kind of help build up a program,” Mundy said. “The program was not in great shape when I started.” Mundy was the only music teacher at Pelham high school, meaning he had many responsibilities for maintaining all the classes. While he enjoyed his time spent there, he was eager to become part of a larger program at LHS. “When I saw that there was a job

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opportunity here I thought it was very exciting,” Mundy said. “I just applied thinking it would be a really exciting place to work and it is.” Mundy went to a college and high school where the band was larger, similar to LHS, which is what he had envisioned when he initially wanted to go into this career “The program here is much more similar to what I experienced in high school and in Michigan from my last job and that’s positive for me,” Mundy said. Along with a bigger program, Mundy gets to take on jobs and try new things that he wasn’t able to before. “I get to teach orchestra here, which I didn’t get to do in Pelham, and I love that,” Mundy said. “That’s a whole new thing for me.”

Along with being a part of a larger music program, Mundy enjoys the extra support and community mentality that he has encountered during his first year. “You have this whole team of people in the community who really support what’s going on and it’s a really nice feeling to have that,” Mundy said. Having such a bigger environment to be a part of has been an adjustment for Mundy, but he enjoys his time and tries to reach out to as many students as possible. “One of my big goals this year was to try and really get to know everyone and really get to know the program and be a part of it,” Munday said. “I’ve tried to make as many connections with students as possible, and I think I’ve done that.” Mundy has branched out a lot within his

first year here, and has gotten to know his students well. “Getting to know him was really easy,” senior Courtney Julian said. “He’s such a nice person and is always really pleasant and positive. When he came here, it didn’t even seem like he was new.” Through his love for music and excitement when teaching, Mundy as been able to connect with students. “He is always coming up with new ways to help and push the group further musically,” junior Carter Crowley said. “He really understands high schoolers and music alike.” The assistant band director said he likes to use music as a way to bond with his students and hopes to see them succeed as much as possible. “He’s extremely passionate about music, and I’ve had many great and long conversations with him,” Crowley said. “He wants to see his students succeed, and that really comes across.” Although he has only been here one school year, Mundy understands the importance of connecting with his students in order to create the best environment possible.

“I try to be friendly and make sure we’re having a good time,” Mundy said. “I think when students see you around and [see you] helping with things, then that makes them feel more connected to you because it shows that you really care about what they’re doing.” Mundy’s impact on his students has already been reflected in his career, as he won Teacher of the Year his first year in his new band position. “This year has felt like a big year in my life in terms of my professional goals,” Mundy said. “I’ve shifted into this new phase here because of this new job.” Mundy will also be the new president of the New Hampshire Music Educators Association as of June, which is a new challenge that he looks forward to. “I think my goals right now are just to do a great job with all these new endeavours that I’m involved with,” Mundy said. “We’ll just see where I’m at in a few years, I guess.” Now that his first year is almost over, Mundy said he feels “pretty great” about how the year went. He looks forward to continuing to bond with students and the program next year.

“I think music is a real great subject,” Mundy said. “All my students and everybody already connect to music—we all love music— and so as a music teacher my job is to kind of capitalize on that. “I already know my students love it, so if whatever I can do to connect something that they already love to something that we’re trying to do in school, then we can have a really successful situation. I think that’s kinda my general approach,” he said.

Photo Captions 1. Assistant band director Mundy conducts the symphonic band at the Band-O-Rama. 2. Mundy leads the band during the concert performed on March 27, 2019. 3. Mundy prepares the jazz band before their performance at the Berklee Jazz Festival. 4. Mundy leads band in Mickey ears in their Disney World Performance. 5. Mundy smiles for a picture in his office. All photos used with permission from Lancer Music SmugMug

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Where college kids learn to cook in their dorm rooms » Sean Cavanaugh, Food Editor

Egg in a mug - Eggs - Milk - Salt and pepper - Shredded cheese 1. Grease a 12-oz. coffee mug, then add eggs and milk and give it a stir.

2. Microwave mixture on high for 45 seconds, then stir. 3. Microwave again for 30 seconds, or until eggs are cooked through. 4. Immediately season with salt and pepper and enjoy!

Iron grilled cheese - 2 slices of bread (make sure to get a bread with a hard crust so the iron doesn’t crush it too much). - Butter - 1 slice of cheese - Aluminum foil - Iron 1. Turn the iron on and let it heat up 2. Place a square of aluminum foil on your work area.

3. Butter one side of one slice of bread and place it (butter side down) on the foil. 4. Put the cheese on one slice 5.Butter one side of the other slice of bread and place it on top of the other half of the sandwich, butter side up. 6.Wrap the sandwich in the foil. 7. Place the hot iron on top of your sandwich and let it cook for 4 minutes. Flip the sandwich over and repeat. 8. Slice and enjoy

Mug S’more - 2 graham crackers - 1/4 cup chocolate chips - 2 marshmallows

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1. Add 1 crushed graham cracker to a mug 2. Add in 1/4 cup chocolate chips 3. Add in 2 marshmallows. 4. Add in 1 more crushed graham cracker. 5. Microwave on high in 10 second intervals until all of the marshmallow chocolatey goodness is melted.

Now that your Mommy won’t be cooking for you every day, and the cafeteria won’t be open all the time, you’ll need to be able to prepare some food in your dorm room.

Microwave Nachos - Tortilla chips of choice - 1/2 -3/4 cups shredded cheddar and mozzarella - Jalapeño slices - Sour cream - Salsa - Tomatoes - Any kind of meat

1. Arrange your chips on a microwave safe plate 2. Disperse your cheese meat and other toppings on top of the chips 3. Microwave until all the cheese is melted Enjoy!

*Feel free to change whatever in the recipe to make it your own*

Iron quesadilla - 1 flour tortilla - ½ cup shredded cheese - Aluminum foil - Iron 1. Turn on the iron and let it heat up 2. Place a square of aluminum foil in your work area. 3. Place the tortilla on the foil.

4. Put the cheese on the tortilla and fold the tortilla in half. 5. Wrap the foil around the folded tortilla 6. Place the iron on top of the quesadilla and let it cook for 3 ½ to 4 minutes. Flip the quesadilla over and repeat

Microwave potato chips

- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil - 1 potato, sliced paper thin (peel optional) - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

1. Pour the vegetable oil into a plastic bag (a produce bag works well). 2. Add the potato slices, and shake to coat. 3. Coat a large dinner plate lightly with oil or cooking spray.

4. Arrange potato slices in a single layer on the dish. 5. Cook in the microwave for 3 to 5 minutes, or until lightly browned (if not browned, they will not become crisp 6. Remove chips from plate, and toss with salt (or other seasonings). Let cool. Repeat process with the remaining potato slices.

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Unified says goodbye to our seniors

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From our first to our last

From 2013-2019 we watched our seniors grow

The Class of 2019: Senior Intentions

This list is based on the list from Main Guidance as of Friday, June 14. If your name is not listed, please inform Main Guidance of your future plans.

American University Adrianna Belanger

Lilly Grodt Hannah McCutcheon

Appalachian State University Samantha LeClair

Colby-Sawyer College Khaira Bagley Erica Pepin

Apprenticeship Meghan Maloney Michael Delmore Mitchell Phelps Bentley University Julia Brockney Vincent Del Signore Ceara Kelly Carter Letalien Boston College Emily Hatem Brigham Young University Chloe Wilson Bryant University Maya Hilliard Jacob Slide Career Education Katelyn DePeron Jaylee Jackson Champlain College Griffin Buzzell Clark University Noah Payeur Clarkson University Eric Nowak Coastal Carolina University Isabella Cossette Sarah Duarte 22

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College of the Holy Cross Courtney Julian Cornell University Emily Haney Alyssa Jarvis Curry College Brendan Bedell Eastern Connecticut State University Alexis Nimetz Elon University Brian Boyle Parker MacIntyre Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott Jacob Standifer Emerson College James Toomy Empire Beauty Brooke Thomson Employment Neil Baran Rebecca Chute Minot DiLorenzo Selena Dudley Jonathan Dufresne Logan Gillis Michael Greco

Amy Guillemette David Kichler Julia Kling Kayla Landry Elyse Lantagne Chandler Masson Matthew Nickerson Devin Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Loughlin Thomas Olson Alyssa Pento Antonio Pereira Nicholas Rivard Gwendolyn Ross Liam Sawyer Josh Scheinman Christian Smith Endicott College Sydney Martin Fairfield University Miranda Galan Fiorello H. LaGuardia Community College of the CUNY Darren Lawton Fisher College Adam Andrews Florida Southern College Abigail Follansbee Florida State University Elizabeth Iaconis Caitlin Wood Framingham State University Zack Luongo Franklin Pierce University Sophia Carrozza Christopher Kilgore

Gap Year Daniel Blaesing Jordan Bergeron Khalique Bagley Natalie Graceffa Anna Hutchinson Thomas Marcantonio Christopher Newbury Brayden Rodham Georgia Institute of Technology Urvi Chakraborty Great Bay Community College (NHCTC-Portsmouth) Maxwell DesRosiers Ethan May John Ogden Hamilton College John Madigan Hobart and William Smith Colleges Zachary Martin Hockey Patrick Murphy Husson University Samantha Miller James Madison University Madolyn Croteau Kyle Wheeler Job Corp Samantha Byron Brigid Kennedy Christian Paulenka Johnson & Wales University Camden Ness Keene State College Timothy Bajek Logan Bishop Kevin Brown Patrick Cohen Anthony Federico Cole Ferguson Dylan Giordano

Joshua Goes Sophia Karlson Trevor Senecal Olivia Sullivan Carter Wolk

Merrimack College Morgan Brutus Ethan Garofalo Zachary Malcolm Erin McCaffrey

La Salle University Sara Hemenway

Middlesex Community College Lowell Campus Sera Jacob Ethan Nicholson

Lakes Region Community College (NHCTC-Laconia) Matthew Joubert Cristian Morel Landmark College Kayla Patterson Liberty University (US Army National Guard) Andrew Gruchot Louisiana State University Jake Holland Manchester Community College (NHCTC-Manchester) Madison Bolduc Eric Bourque Cailen Brennan Jacob Cintron Taylor Cruz Courtney Dee Jack Dingman Ryan Dooley Benjamin Doris Zachary Enman Nathan Gadzik Joshua Harmon Sarah Klayman Ryan Lowe Victoria Newbury Oliver Preston Shelby Roberts Jacob Santana Austin Smith Eric Smith Dana Tessier Isabel Todd Edward Whitcomb Dylan Woo Olivia Yerian

Nashua Community College (NHCTC-Nashua) Connor Gramstorff Kevin Halfinger Kelsey Herold Clayton Hines Katherine Huntting Corey LeBlanc Christopher Maio Michael Manella Alexander Newbury Matthew Nutt Nora Ward Nazareth College Rachel Cook New England Baptist College Kayla Best New England College Alivia Proulx NHTI - Concordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Community College Nathan Cripe Joshua Ehl Gwenyth Farmakis Makenzie Goode Hayleigh Haynes Michelle Marino Bradly Smith Christina Waters Nichols College Blake Melnik

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Northeastern University Zachary Chau Ashley Lynch Alexander Schickler

Roger Williams University Andrea Cashin Mackenzie Conner Eva Gertz

Ohio University Brittney Fernandez

Sacred Heart University Evan Cormier Morgan Gosselin Abigail Palmer

Pennsylvania State University Hunter Angione Plymouth State University Holly Abramowicz Olivia Garvey Alyssa Griffin Brenna Gustitus Kyle Hoglund Essence McCarthy Delaney McGurn Alyssa Vaillancourt Post University Krystina Smith Providence College Mason Cooper Quinnipiac University Haley Gyorda Paige Velie Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Ian Goodspeed Travis Marchant Rivier University Britney Clark Veronica Feliciano Jillian Fitzgibbons Chelsey Hanulec Hunter-Madison Langley Kristen LaPointe Olivia Mirageas Kaylee Rowan Sierra Sessa Haley Vanagel Rochester Institute of Technology Eli Feldmann

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Saint Anselm College Joshua Berube Reece Manor Angela Slaybe Amanda Wells Saint Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College Mason Marquis Salem State University Emily Lavacchia Salve Regina University Cassidy Curry Southern Maine Community College John Kelley Southern New Hampshire University Kyle Berard Jason Bonta Nicolette Brunelle Nicholas Desrosiers Madeline Fielder Brianna Fiquet Andrea McEvoy Jason McKearney Noah McKearney Suzie Moore Ryan Morse Sophia Scarfo Zeph Tempest Louis Turcotte Tyler VanAvery Taylor Wilder Springfield College Alexander Peters

State University of New York at New Paltz Ross Carroll Stonehill College Maegan Crowley Michael Kennedy Stony Brook University Harrison Feig Suffolk University Stephanie Laconto Matthew Naso Morgan Torre The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina Robert Cariello The George Washington University Jack Brown Austin Theriault The Ohio State University Jennifer Plakyda The University of Northwestern Ohio Jalynn McManus United States Coast Guard Patrick Connors Zachary St. Hillaire United States Air Force Cieara Boyer Cameron Storace United States Army Taylor Dyer David Ollis Sean Wilson United States Marine Corp Derek Felix Connor Geezil United States National Guard Eric Marsden

United States Navy Drew Lambert University of Colorado at Boulder Justin Jolicoeur Lauren Mullen University of Connecticut Catherine Soucy University of Kentucky Alexander Crutcher University of Maine Nathaniel Fisher University of Maryland, College Park Audrey Severn University of Massachusetts, Amherst Carly Bell Nolan Clickner Minsoo Kim Tara Nigro Benjamin Palumbo Matthew Town University of Massachusetts, Boston Bella Tucker University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Nicholas Cote Abigail Knights University of Massachusetts Lowell Justin Cassidy Thomas Fougere Andrew Godin Brennan McGuirk Kaelyn Rourke University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Natalie Brooks

University of New England Lisa Donovan Devin Janas Erin Leonard University of New Hampshire at Durham Rachel Anastasi Abigail Cowles Michael Crowley Madison Curtis Jacob Escott Shawn-Thomas Everly James Fitzgibbons Julia Fothergill Jackelyn Harris Adam Hassick Hans Hendricks Kathryn Hughes Noor Malik Candice Martin Caroline McGarry Avery Milton Zelda Owre Samuel Palumbo Nicklaus Patenaude Benjamin Psaledas Alex-Ruben Quitongan Andrew Steele Vituu Touch Taylor Varnum Logan Wertz University of New Hampshire at Manchester Saba Awan James Cranmer Katelyn Leger Karla Almanzar Sandoval University of New Haven Melanie Methot

University of Rochester Nathan Gehris University of Southern Maine Jenny Dutra Nicholas Wood University of Tampa Cole Tridenti University of Vermont Seana Kelly Megan Packard University of Virginia Hailey Robbins Virginia Tech Katarina Provost Wentworth Institute of Technology Nicholas Shapleigh West Virginia University James Buttafuoco Gillian Lynch Jocelyn Mayo John Thompson Western New England University Jonathan Ambler Cameron Donovan Brian LeClair White Mountains Community College Anne Marie Hughes Worcester Polytechnic Institute Patrick Hagearty Derik Pignone Madison Sanborn

University of Pittsburg Hannah Brown University of Rhode Island Joel Feldmann Theresa Nickerson Jayden Stack Senior Intentions

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Rachel Cook - Tennis Nazareth College

Reece Manor-Baseball Saint Anselm

Brendan Bedell - Football Curry College

Madison Sanborn - Volleyball WPI

Ross Carroll - Lax New Paltz, NJ

Camden Ness - Tennis Johnson and Wales

Max DeRosiers - Basketball Great Bay Comunity College

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A poem to say goodbye

Farewell, Seniors Multitudes have tread the halls of this school

Artwork by Myah Teague

Or earned the popularity of being “cool” Many have earned academic awards While others succeed in playing difficult chords Yet still others achieve the best of athletic praise Or take pride in landscaping pastures where cows graze But no matter what your talents entail Know that your aspirations will not grow stale And as you leave this educational building Remember to expand your developing wings But remember that popularity is fleeting As much as high school is worth completing For four years you have wanted to fly,

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Trade school, college, gap year, whatever is under your sky. All the tests you took and midterms you studied for Were to benefit you even as you exit the LHS doors Be sure to know the halls will echo your absence And your teachers might even shed a few tears, But keep an open mind—your graduated life will commence! Because of your hard work and spirit, you have nothing to fear.

» Rachel St. Louis, Creative Writing Editor Creative Writing

I feel very lucky to have worked with you this year. I know that your ambition and drive to accomplish your goals will lead you to a very successful future. Congratulations and best of luck in the future! You will be missed!

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-Jessica Anderson

Cross Country and Tack & Field girls,

Take what you’ve learned so far and add to it. Don’t settle for less than your best!! Make yourself proud in your work ethic, compassion and character!!

-Terri Rocheleau and Greg DeCloux

Follow your hearts and they will lead you to your perfect place in life. I wish you all a joyful journey ahead. Bella C., Olivia G, Brittney F., and Olivia P!!!!!

Peace & Love, Hippie Jabar

To the Entire Senior Class,

Love, Mrs. Kerns

To the Mr. LHS boys,

Thank you for making me laugh and for being such awesome guys! Good luck in all you do, and be sure to keep in touch.

Love, DeWinks

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To: Chloe Wilson Champion for Others Compassionate, Brave, Loyal Keeper of Secrets

-Lori Jabar

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I missed seeing you this semester. I’m so happy for both of you, you’ll be moving on to great schools. Eva, the drumline won’t be the same for me without you. Go out and do great things. Remember to keep in touch. Love, -K-Rob

Dear Seniors,

“Be part of something good, leave something good behind.” Glenn Frey (It’s Your World Now)

-Mr. Prince

To My House 2 Office Aides, Makenzie Goode, Lilly Grodt, Amy Guillemette, Brenna Gustitus, Haley Gyorda, Chelsey Hanulec, Hayleigh Haynes, Maya Hilliard, Liz Iaconis & Sopia Karlson: I’m so proud of you all!!!! Thanks for all your help. It was a pleasure getting to know each of you. I wish you the best of luck in your future endavors. Stay in touch. :)

Love, Mrs. Bedard

-Bridget Kilgore-Prugh

Eva Gertz and Lexi Nimetz,

Congratulations, sensational seniors! What lies ahead will be a mystery. Explore and be BRAVE! When life pushes you down, hang in there because you are STRONG! Always follow your heart and do what you LOVE! You have enriched my life, made me laugh and empowered me to do what I love!

Thank you for a great year. I often look at my wall of stars and am so very proud of each and every one of you and the choices you have made for next year. You will do amazing things. Set high goals and work hard to reach them. Best of luck.

Maya Angelou says it best -- and it is excellent advice for keeping track of your experiences as you move through LIFE: “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside of you.” Happy Journaling!

Wishing all our Metal hooligan’s all the best in your future. Remember to do what you love and your days will never feel like work. Metal rules we will miss you all.

To my Calculus students,

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To My Writing Classes (Writing Workshop, Honors Writing Workshop, Honors College Composition),

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To my F period Lunch Bunch,

Dear Karla Almanzar Sandoval,

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I wanted to thank you for an amazing 2018/2019 school year. I loved teaching you as juniors and I love, even more, being there for you in my first year as Assistant Principal of House 3. Always remember, as Mahatma Gandhi once said, to “Be the change you wish to see in this world.” You can be the difference.

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Dear Courtney, Natalie and MacKenzie,

I could not have made it through this year without your help. THANK YOU!!!

-Ewen

To: Bella Cossette Conqueror of Chaos Candid, demur, athletic, fierce Destined for Greatness

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It’s hard to believe that time has passed so quickly and you are entering the next phase in your educational/working careers. For those who took a chance on APUSH sophomore year, I thank you. I meant it when I said you inspired me to be a better teacher. Never forget... You is smart, You is kind, You is important.

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Congratulations, Dave! I have enjoyed getting to know you and watching you grow into a fine young man! Stick to your values and don’t let the worldly ways of others pull you down. Be the leader I know you can be!

-Mr. Chic

CONGRATULATIONS to the Class of 2019! You have given us so many memories. Thank you for your hard work and dedication, it has paid off! We wish you nothing but happiness and success as your leave LHS! You have given us so much

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Congratulations, Kasey and Tommy! I am so proud of you. You both have worked so hard for this graduation. Hold your head high. You deserve the biggest applause.

-Mrs. Dunn

Dear Seniors,

To: Brittney Fernandez Natural Leader Beaming, Energetic, Bold Truth is her Freedom

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To: Olivia Garvey

Skilled in Attention Kind-hearted, Strong, Determined Knowledge Advocate

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Each of you is so very special. Thank you for making me smile every single day. I wish you all the very best the future has to hold. Always know you always have a “home” in House 3.

Love, Mrs. Mitchell

Dear 17-18 SPAM Classes,

Congratulations on all of your hard work! Your future is bright and adventures await. Lastly remember that the gas laws are good to know. You can use them everywhere you go. We’re talking heavy duty Chemistry...We’re talking PV=nRT!

-Sra. Dube

Dear Athletic Leadership Council,

Toni, Sammy, Murph, Brian, Maddie S., Pat & Maddie C- Thank you for teaching me the ropes and making my first year with ALC so memorable! You have set the example for what it means to be a true Lancer, and the impact you have made on our school in your four years will be a lasting one. I will miss you all!

-Ewen

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-Mrs. Downing

To Lancer Dancers M.G., H.G., P.M., H.R., A.S., M.T. & C.W.,

The LHS Dance Team will miss you!

Love, C. Bound, M. Hoffman & M. Wooding

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Congratulations on achieving this milestone! Now everything gets even more fun and you get to live life your way! Make the most of it! Find joy in the journey, work hard, and be kind. I wish you the best in your future endeavors! Love, Ms.

Simpson

¡Feliz Graduación! Estoy muy orgullosa de sus logros. El éxito y el futuro les esperan. Buena Suerte Con mucho cariño

House 3 Seniors,

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and have made LHS a better place!

Love, House 1

Para los graduados,

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-Sra. Bartlett & Sra. Carrasquillo

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Dear Dave Ollis,

What can I say? It has been an absolute pleasure getting to know so many of you since your sophomore, and for some of you, even freshmen year. I can’t wait to see what you all achieve in the years ahead! You will be greatly missed!

We hope you will always cherish the memories of our trip to Italy, France, Monaco and Spain! You made us proud! Continue to travel and live life to the fullest! Good luck to all of you! Con cariño,

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Coach T., Coach Gibbs & Coach Felicia Class of 2019,

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Lessons from Geese- accept help from others, share responsibility, support others in difficult times as well as strong times, always be sure your “honking” is encouraging and fly together!! You all have so much to offer the world and we can’t wait to watch you live your dreams!! Love and miss you!!

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To our Senior European Travelers,

Dear Lancer Field Hockey Seniors,

Congratulations, Class of 2019! We have been so honored to be your class advisors. We are so proud of you and wish you all the best! Know that we are always here for you. See you at the class reunions!

Love, Mrs. Borgatti and Mrs. Mancusi

To: Ethan Nicholson Humanitarian Caring, Intense, Outspoken Old Soul in Young Man

-Lori Jabar

To: Eric Smith

Unconventional Shy, Gifted, Unique, Artful Purple Ace Beats Strife

From: Lori Jabar

Music seniors,

Thank you for 4 great years! This has been an amazing ride from the Citrus Bowl Parade in 2015 to NYC and Disney. Make sure you always work to keep music in your life. Keep in touch and good luck!

-The music staff

To: Cailen Brennan

Seasoned Socialite Kind, Bubbly, Artistic, Sweet Born to Inspire

-Lori Jabar

Messages

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-Mrs. Diamond and Ms. Campos

Thank you for an amazing year! I’m so proud at all you’ve done to take The Lancer Spirit to the next level. Thanks for working hard (and for hardly working, some of you . . . heh heh). And for making me laugh!! I will miss you all so much. Remember that once you’re a LS editor, you’re in my heart forever! (And on my wall when I get my frame from you!!) Love you all.

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Class of 2019,

Congratulations! So very proud of all of you! Best wishes to a prosperous future!

-Holly Lafore

Drama Club Seniors,

Elyse, Christopher, Eric, and Christian, You are our superstars!!!! You have each grown incredibly in the past 4 years. You have gained skills and knowledge and you will use those tools to reach for your personal moon. We are very proud of you.

Congratulations to all of you!!! I am so proud of the work that all of you have done to get to this point. Graduation!!! Enjoy every moment.

-Mrs. Painter

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Thank you for always making me smile and for keeping me on my toes!! It has been a privilege working with you and watching you grow over the years. I’m so excited to see where your journeys take you!!! Lots of love to you all!

-Mrs. Nelson

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Senior Class,

-West Coates, Ouellette, LaBranche and Mrs. Ledoux

504 Kiddos (You know who you are),

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Love, DeWinks

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TRANS STUDENTS,

Senior Psychology Students,

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-Shelly Gagnon

To one of the most memorable grades to come through LHS. You are a class of characters with character. I will miss Logan’s laugh, Donuts with B period, “Towning”, 8 (not 7) hockey players, Berard’s coaching, judging Mr. LHS, Green teaming with Mason and Alex, odd cults, little Benny Doris, Christian making me laugh, Bella’s project, and many others. Not sure that I will miss homework deliveries though. Thanks for making laugh and keeping me on my toes.

-Mr. Courtemanche

My Senior Students,

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You did it!!! I’m so proud of all of your accomplishments!! Go out there and make your mark on the world!!!

-Mrs. Nelson

Live, love, laugh! Follow your heart and your dreams! Go out and change the world for the better and make lots of waves! Wishing you the very best in your future!

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The Lancer Spirit senior editors,

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-Coach Roger Sampson

Congratulations! We will miss your daily visits as they made our afternoons bright. We look forward to all that you will accomplish in the future. How will we ever know it’s 1:40 pm without you next year? Be sure to keep in contact. PS - only ONE piece of candy!

-Laura Frost and Kerin Brown

DeWinks’ 17-18 CP Eng 11 class,

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Good luck, men, going forward in life. Remember nothing is gained without hard work. Just like lacrosse, you get out what you put into it. I know you will do well just like you did this season for us here at LHS. I will miss all of you and know you will all be successful!

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Boys Lacrosse,

Zach St. Hilarie,

I’m so glad I got the chance to have each of you in class. It was a fun year with you all. Make sure you keep reading! (And if you have any of my books, make sure I get them before you graduate! Haha!) Please keep in touch. (Taylor Dyer—you owe me a visit in uniform!!)

Love, DeWinks

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I felt like our 2 small classes were like little families. I missed you all a lot this year! You have more potential than you realize and I can’t wait to hear about all of your future adventures. Congratulations!

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17-18 F and H period Chem classes

-Ewen

Love, Mrs. Kerns.

Congratulations Seniors! Remember: Take “one step at a time” as you walk into the future. We hope you enjoy this year’s Lancer Reflections Yearbook created by: Chief Editor Rhiannon Black, Asst. Chief Editors Stacey Dee and Emily Perry, Ashley Greenwood, Heather Gagnon, Jennifer Gagnon, Emily Ieva, Ally LeBreton, Brooke Mawn, Hannah Mosher, Taylor Palmer, Matt Giangrande, and Paige Witherbee…and a special thanks to Nora Ward who represented the senior class on staff this year—you are awesome and we will miss you!!

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The Lancer Reflections Yearbook Staff,

Our biggest assets are a heart full of love, an ear ready to listen and a hand willing to help! Our teenagers do kindhearted acts to change the lives of others! Thank you for your generous fundraising to build the school for the orphans in Kenya.

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Heal the World Club Members,

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It’s been a pleasure getting to know you this year. I wish you the very best in your

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-Burge

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Cristian Morel,

Take what you’ve learned in the classroom and keep adding to it. Keep increasing your understanding. As you go forward, never settle for less than your best, keep striving to attain it. Make yourself proud of who you are becoming!!

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A&P Students,

“ “ Love, Mrs. Wakelin

“ “ “ “ “ “ I’m going to miss you on the team! Congratulations and get out there and go after your dreams!

-Ewen

-Mr. Cariello

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CONGRATULATIONS!!!! We are so proud of you!! You are an amazing group of students, dream big and best of luck in your future plans.

-Mrs. Bedard, Mr. Mitchell, and Mr. Secor.

Although I never had you as a student at the High School, I could not be more proud of the man you have become. I pray that God blesses you and watches over you in the future!

With Love, Mr. Cariello (Dad) Class of 2019,

In the end, even though the path may twist and turn and cause you to doubt this wisdom, kindness always wins.

Unified Team, student athletes, and Interactive students,

I want to thank you for all your support and involvement in our programs over the past 4 years. You were all wonderful role models who were so instrumental in the success of our student athletes. I wish you all the very best. You will be missed.

-Ann MacLean

-Mr. Juster

Advanced Topic Students,

You were simply amazing this year. I could not ask for more dedicated, determined students. Now off you go to college where you will have that chance to discover not only the larger world out there, but also what you are capable of. Please know that you are far more capable than you think, so aim high and strive to reach your true potential. May you leave my class with a deeper understanding of chemistry and of science in general. I hope along the way this year that you have seen some of its true beauty. If you can experience the deeper understanding, that awakening of curiosity, it will forever leave you enthralled as you delve into your career. Remember this quote from Einstein: “The most beautiful thing you can experience is the Mysterious. It is the source of all true Science.” May you experience the Mysterious as you delve into that beautiful world that we call Science.

-Aurielle Nazro

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David, you have come such a long way in the last four years. You are industrious, driven, mature, and focused. I am amazed at all you have accomplished and you should be proud as well! May God continue to bless you in the future.

-Mrs. P

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David Ollis,

Whether you took one programming class or all of them, you have gained a skill that will help you in all areas of life. You are a great group of people and I enjoyed teaching you and helping you debug. Good luck in your future en-devours and please stay in touch!

Robert Cariello,

Thank you for a year filled with experiences and memories that I cherish. To say my time with you was “doubleplusgood” doesn’t even come close to conveying how I feel. I wish you all much success and remind you that in the words of Brene Brown: “Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity.” Never be afraid of taking the risk; look what happened to us as a result.

Much love, KG

Computer Programming Seniors,

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AP LANG,

-Ms. Lawson

Harry, Devin, Minsoo and Cole,

Love, Mrs. Kerns

Thank you for giving me more gray hair!!!! But seriously, good luck in the future - enjoy college, the military or work next year. I hope that you will keep me posted with what you are doing throughout the years. For those of you going on into the medical field, if I see you in the operating room, I am getting up and leaving...(only joking!!) Once again, good luck and it certainly has been an interesting year.

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Heal the World Club Members,

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-Kevin Konieczny

Thank you for 2 amazing years as leaders of the club. Each and every one of you has a special gift to share with the world. Continue to “Be the change you want to see in the world.”

Microbiology/Biomedical Science and Technology Seniors,

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Community Service Club Executive Board,

Congratulations seniors. For many of you, I have had you as students for two or even three years(!). I wish you all the best as you leave LHS to become the best engineers that you can be. You will be challenged like never before. Believe in yourselves. With determination and doing the hard work required, you can exceed your own dreams for success. Dream Big...

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To my seniors graduating,

Sincerely,

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After pouring herself into teaching chemistry for 21 years, Nazro’s new experiment will be her retirement » Mike Foley, Reporter Holding the title of teacher means more than meets the eye. Being a teacher means helping students pursue their passions and dreams, as well as supporting them throughout their journey. It means giving students a key to their future and having them leave the classroom with open minds and big dreams. For chemistry teacher Mrs. Nazro, teaching is more than just a job title, it’s a lifestyle. “Mrs. Nazro is always prepared,” said mathematics curriculum coordinator Mr. Flynn. “She has a deep understanding of what she teaches. She will be hard to match and she will be missed.” Behind the door to her classroom lies a dedicated, hard-working person, who is passionate about what she does. “If I had Mrs. Nazro for chemistry in high school, I would definitely be a surgeon today

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Chemistry teacher Mrs. Nazro conducts an experiment with her class. She has taught chemistry at LHS for 21 years, and will be retiring at the end of this school year.

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rather than a guidance counselor,” said House 1 counselor Mr. Prince. “Her classes in high school would have better prepared me for science in college.” The most crucial part of teaching is giving students the quality education they look for. Helping fuel their education with challenges that will better prepare them for the world. “Mrs. Nazro prepares our students for college level science,” said House 1 guidance counselor Mrs. Sherwood. “Students come back time and time again to tell us how grateful they are to have had her experience in the classroom. She takes her own time to run and organize chemistry club; I have sophomores very disappointed they will not have the opportunity to learn from Mrs. Nazro next year.” Nazro has been teaching chemistry as well as Advanced Topics at LHS for 21 years. Prior to teaching at LHS, Nazro was a lab instructor for chemistry at St. Anselm’s College. “I have always loved the sciences, and I have a good knack for teaching them as well,”said Nazro. In 2011, Nazro was awarded High School Chemistry Teacher Of The Year by the University of Massachusetts Lowell. She received another prestigious award in 2012 from The New England Institute of Chemists for her outstanding performance in Secondary School Chemistry. “I have been teaching for a long time, and it has been a great experience from the beginning,” Nazro said. “The sad thing is everything has its time. You have to know when to slow down and start focusing on your health as you get older.” After teaching for so long, the classroom

has become a home away from home for Nazro. Some people may view teaching as just another job, but for Nazro it is so much more than giving homework and tests. “Teaching isn’t about the educator. It’s about the students and their experience,” Nazro said. “Working with students and teaching them the fun things behind chemistry and nature become a great thing to call your job.” The thing Nazro said she “will miss the most” is her students. “I will miss being able to share what I really love in science with my kids,” Nazro said. “For so long my students were the reason I taught. To see the looks on their faces after a fun lab or after we played with fire. Sometimes you don’t know what you have until it’s gone.” For Nazro, teaching has been “a great experience” overall. “I love getting to know my students and their interests,” Nazro said. “The thing is, most people don’t know what they’re capable of. [You should] never be afraid to work for your dreams.”

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Bill Duffy will be “Livin’ life” after retirement » Josh Berube, Reporter Coach, Duffy, or Duff. After 38 years of coaching high school football as well as spending 25 years in schools as a paraprofessional, Bill Duffy will be retiring at the end of this year. Though he has spent time working in three different schools, Duffy spent a majority of his time (18 of his 25 years) in Londonderry. He said what he’ll miss most about being at LHS is the “camaraderie of the school.” “The faculty and administration are fantastic and have been very supportive over the years,” Duffy said. “Nothing to complain about.” That respect, admiration, and nocomplaints attitude that Mr. Duffy has for LHS is also felt for Duffy by those who have worked with him. Science teacher Mrs. Simpson said she is grateful for all Duffy did to help her when she first came to LHS, and he was a SPED assistant in her freshman science class. “He was a tremendous help with keeping the students organized, on task and motivated,” Simpson said. “The students respected him and appreciated (in the best way a 15-year-old can) his assistance. I’m sure there are several (now 20-somethings) out there that can dedicate their passing of freshman science to this man!” The special education office’s administrative assistant Dawn Myers said whenever Duffy would come into the special education office and she would ask him how’s he’s doing, he’d reply, “Livin’ life.” “I’ll miss that,” Myers said with tears brimming in her eyes. She had a hard time even talking about Duffy because she’s been so close with both him and his partner Ruth Levesque, who was also a para at LHS, but retired a few years ago. “I’m just really going to miss him,” Myers said. “He’s always here.” Aside from working at LHS, Duffy worked in several other district throughout his career. He started his work in schools in Pembroke, moving on to Bow after three years,

and even starting Bow’s football program. He’s also coached football at LHS and currently coaches at Memorial HS. Duffy has always been a fan of sports, coaching both baseball and softball in addition to football. Not only did he coach, but he also ran the scoreboards for boys and girls basketball games, and even ran a leadership program. English teacher Mr. Brand said when Duffy coaches football, he “likes to color coordinate his outfits, wearing shorts and a shirt from the same college program.” “Duff’s a great guy, and a lot of fun,” Brand said. Duffy said he’s enjoyed each job he’s had over the years. “It’s been fun,” Duffy said. “I can actually say that there wasn’t a day that I minded coming to work.” Woodworking teacher Mr. Ciccarello said Duffy’s been working with him in woodworking “forever.” “I don’t know what I’m going to do without him next year,” Ciccarello said. “Having someone who knows the equipment is huge.” Ciccarello referred to Mr. Duffy as his “right-hand-man” and said he is grateful to Duffy for spending so many years helping the students with their projects. “He knows how to operate equipment and he’s familiar with all the projects we do,” Ciccarello said. “And he knows safety. When there’s five kids that need me, he can take a few and help them.” Ciccarello said having Duffy around is “like having a second teacher in the room.” “Kids will ask me, ‘How do I make this cut?’” Ciccarello said, “and if I’m working with another kid, I can say ‘Go see Mr. Duffy and he can help you.’” Ciccarello said Duffy is a “great support” and “easy to work with.” “He lightens the load,” Ciccarello said. “I’m really going to miss him.” Now that he’ll be retiring, Duffy said his

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Mr. Duffy helps a student with his woodworking project. Woodworking teacher Mr. Cicarello considers Duffy his “right-hand man,” and said he will greatly miss him when he retires.

main plan is to be able to relax. However, his partner Ruth Levesque might have “other plans for him,” he said. “I’ll have my honey-do list,” he said with a laugh. “That never goes away!” He said he’d also like to “do a little travelling.” “Probably head out to Arizona to see my son,” he said. “That’s definitely on the bucket list. I’d also like to go to California to visit some relatives.” ISS Supervisor, Mr. Pantazis, who has worked closely with Mr. Duffy said he “departs having left a very positive mark on LHS. Bill has in fact become a part of the fabric of our school.” “Despite the fact that some people who first meet Bill might think he’s one of those ‘gruff New Englanders,’” Pantazis said, “the truth is quite to the contrary. Bill has a great personality and sense of humor, cares deeply about the people with whom he works, and is in fact a pleasure to work with. He will be missed but not soon forgotten.”

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Kilgore-Prugh to begin writing a new life chapter when she retires » Amy Overhulser, Features Editor With 37 years of teaching under her belt and a passion for writing, reading and teaching, English teacher Mrs. Kilgore-Prugh is taking her wise words and big heart and will be retiring from LHS at the end of the school year. “I turn 65 this summer, and my husband has been retired for the last four years and has been wanting me to retire ever since,” KilgorePrugh said. “Being retired means I can visit my grandchildren in North Carolina more often.” Prugh received her Bachelor’s degree from the Pennsylvania State University (PSU) in 1976 and started teaching at Juniata County High School right after graduating. “At the time I got my degree, there wasn’t much else to do with a degree in English other than teach,” Kilgore-Prugh said. “But I’ve loved the career. It’s not something I’ve ever regretted.” At PSU, Kilgore-Prugh met her husband, Mr. John Prugh, who used to be a substitute teacher at LHS. She received her M.Ed in Secondary Education from West Chester University in West Chester, PA, in 1981. Kilgore-Prugh and her husband have one son named Cedric, who currently lives

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Mrs. Prugh’s husband, John Prugh, was a sub for years at LHS. He and Mrs. Prugh have enjoyed traveling together to places like Denver, Colorado.

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in North Carolina with his wife and KilgorePrugh’s two grandchildren. “It’s been amazing watching [my grandchildren] discover the world,” KilgorePrugh said. “It’s also been fun to be a grandmother–they call me Oma–I can read to them, play with them, color with them, dig in the dirt, splash through puddles–and hand them back to their parents at the end of the day.” Kilgore-Prugh loves being a grandmother, but her love for writing has also been an important part of her life. “I am first and foremost a writer, a wordsmith,” Kilgore-Prugh said. “I love to show my students how language can change their lives, either through literature or by writing. I have tried, over my career, to expose my students to the tried-and-true techniques used by Chaucer, Shakespeare, novelists, poets, politicians, journalists and ordinary people to create works that will stand as artifacts of history for generations to come.” Teaching English is a job that KilgorePrugh has loved, especially the work she gets to do with her students. “I have always written my students’ assignments with them, so they can see how a piece can change over time, and that even I struggle with the right word, the right phrase, the right topic,” Kilgore-Prugh said. Even though Kilgore-Prugh has taught at multiple schools, her favorite thing at LHS, where she has been teaching since 2001, has been the positive attitude from the students and the way she’s seen her students treat one another. “In all of my classes, the peer review is never mean,” Kilgore-Prugh said. “I thank the elementary school teachers who taught these students to never be cruel and to always be nice. However, it’s nearly impossible to get a student to critique another student’s work because they have been taught to be kind and caring. Being critical isn’t part of their makeup. It makes the exercise even more difficult than it already is.”

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After spending 37 in the classroom teaching English, Mrs. Kilgore-Prugh will be retiring at the end of this year.

She has taught many courses, including senior writing courses like writing workshop and college composition. She also taught Freshman Humanities with retired social studies teacher Mr. Vaughn for 15 years until he retired last year. “I do miss Mr. Vaughn,” Kilgore-Prugh said. “He brought something to the class like no other and I couldn’t have done the class without him.” Although retiring is scary to KilgorePrugh, it is something she’s “definitely looking forward to.” “In 20 or 30 years when I’m facing the LAST great milestone of my life,” KilgorePrugh said, “and I look back at my retirement years—if I can say that I spent quality time participating in the lives of my grandchildren, that I challenged myself to be uncomfortable in a foreign country, that I was disciplined enough to spend time writing every day, that my husband and I made wonderful memories in both our travels and our daily life together, that I used these days as a gift to be enjoyed each and every day, then I’ll be content with what I’ve accomplished.”

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Kilgore-Prugh, near the middle, stands with some of her colleauges in a group she calls the “Pot Luck Gang.”

Kilgore-Prugh’s European excursion one for the books

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Kilgore-Prugh looks through through the Okehampton window, visits Stonehenge and sees the Assyrian Lion while on a trip with her husband to Europe.

I Gotcha! a story by Mrs. Kilgore-Prugh

A day in late March in room 164 – which meant that the heat was still on in the building but the sun was shining with enough strength and brightness to make the outside more desirable than anyplace inside. Even with the windows cracked, the room was stuffy. Add to the mix a lesson on Napoleon, and you have the perfect formula for a nap. Brian Hugh―a ninth grader with an engaging smile and very little strength of will to focus―sat in the very last seat against the windows. His head had been slipping lower, and lower―at first feigning to be listening, then covering the eyes in mock concentration―until, at last, he gave up and simply put his head on the desk. If he had simply nodded off, or even lay quietly to catch a few minutes sleep, no one would have noticed Brian in the last seat of the first row. But, Brian began to snore―first a soft rumble punctuated occasionally by a sigh, then a sharp nasal intake followed by a slight whistle, finally ending with a full-blown, deepREM, shake-the-rafters kind of growl. The students of Freshman Humanities

were amused. [Mr. Vaughn], however, had had enough of Brian Hugh. Quietly, without losing his train of thought, and continuing his lesson, John walked to the back of the room where Brian now lay open-mouthed on the desk. One hand was in his lap while the other trailed down by his side. Winking at the class, John put his mouth down to Brian’s upturned ear. We all though he would wake him with a whisper, an encouraging word, a reminder that class was continuing while he had dreamed away the last thirty minutes.

“B-R-I-A-N!”

Instead, screamed John in a voice I had never heard before, nor have heard since. One word― at concert volume―into the ear of the unsuspecting ninth grader lost in unfortunate repose shook the walls and rattled the windows of room 164. The rest of us jumped―some horrified, some surprised. A few of us squeaked in fear. But no one reacted to that onslaught of sound as did poor Brian Hugh. Brian’s arm flew up to ward off the terror at his ear as he snapped to attention. He threw himself back into the chair with such force that he rolled backwards and the desk rolled

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During one of Kilgore-Prugh’s visit to North Carolina, she watches as her grandchilden read a book together.

with him. Onto the floor he went, still in the chair. There was Brian, lying on his side, not fully awake, with John leaning over him smiling that “I gotcha good!” kind of smile we all know. John walked away quietly―continuing his lesson. He left Brian to extricate himself from the tangle of books, limbs, and steel. “Huh?!!” was all he could manage. Needless to say, Brian never napped in class again.

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Mr. Wenger to retire:

You can take the man out of the math classroom, but you can’t take the math out of the man » Tim Gore, Magazine Chief

“I ended up at a private school,” he said. “It was a boarding school, and in the evening there was not much to do, and there were students that needed help with math and science, and so I did that. They said, ‘Would you want to stay and teach mathematics?’ and I said sure, that would be great.” He pointed out that one of the reasons he loves teaching so much and photos courtesy of Mr. Wenger maintains his passion today is because Wenger celebrates with the LHS Math Team after tying for first place. The team competes in six meets through the Tri-State Math of his students. League each year. “I’ve learned a ton from kids,” Wenger said. “I just really appreciate team,” Arunkumar said. “He’s been so kind all of the kids that have taken the time to put to and supportive of all of us. We’re all really the time and effort into doing something extra, going to miss him.” whether it’s their homework, or whether it’s the The LHS Math Team competes in the math team, or something else. I’ve had students Tri-State Math League, and travels to six that turned in such incredible work, you would league competitions every year. Over the think that they were writing for a textbook years, Wenger has added competitions and manufacturer, that’s the kind of quality they fundraisers to build the math team into what it had. It’s just been amazing. Stuff like that really is today. keeps you going, it energizes you.” The Math Team now competes in the In addition to teaching math at LHS, New Hampshire State Math Meet at Plymouth Wenger has put in countless hours as the coach State, NEAML (New Englands), Nationals at of the LHS Math Team. Penn State, the Harvard-MIT Math Meet, and Wenger started working two competitions at Yale: Math for Girls and with the Math Team 20 MMATHS. years ago and has been “We try to add something new each year,” running it ever since. he said. “That whole thing has evolved. It’s Sophomore Adhvika been terrific.” Arunkumar, who has In addition, Wenger says he loves to give participated on the Math back to the community through the Math Team for the past two Team. The Math Team helps annually to run years, said she appreciates the Stonyfield 5K, and they also organize the everything Mr. Wenger LHS Teacher Talent Show every January. has done for the school. In addition to running so many extra“Mr. Wenger has curricular math events, Wenger also enjoys been a very great mentor teaching all the students in his math classes. photos courtesy of Mr. Wenger over the two years I’ve He says that one of the most difficult parts Wenger coaches the LHS Math Team at a meet at LHS. Londonderry hosts a been involved in the Math meet every two years, and Wenger is in charge of making sure everything runs of teaching is designing the curriculum, and In 1998, Mr. Mike Wenger brought his talents and expertise to the community of Londonderry High School. Now, after 21 years here and 35 years of teaching overall, he has decided it’s time to say goodbye to LHS. “It’s been a great run, you know 35 years, and you look back, and it seems like it was only yesterday,” Wenger said. “I have to say that I’ve had really great students. This is a great year to go out on because I’ve had a good schedule, I’ve had good students, and it’s been great.” Wenger says his path to teaching high school math was unconventional. He attended the University of Connecticut and initially wanted to be a pharmacist like his dad. “I quickly realized that really wasn’t for me,” he said. “So I did a little bit of elementary education, and then got into German, and then eventually did my student teaching in German.” Wenger says that he “felt a calling for” education. But when Wenger graduated, there were no jobs available teaching German. As he began offering teaching help to his peers, he developed a love for mathematics.

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that he often asks himself, “Am I asking the right questions, am I presenting this in the right way?” However, he says he loves to help students who find math difficult to succeed in their math classes. “Naturally we’d like them to have a solid foundation,” he said. “In Algebra I, we want them to be able to solve equations, we want them to be able to graph a line, to graph an exponential function, to be able to fill in a table to understand what they’re doing and build that foundation so that they can go on and do Algebra II, and then Precalculus, and ultimately higher math classes. If they have that foundation, then hopefully they’ll be successful at the next level.” Wenger says that looking back on his high school experience, his he is thankful for his time at LHS and has had a gratifying experience in education. “When the student understands it, when the lightbulb goes on, I’d say that’s probably my favorite thing,” Wenger said. “It’s difficult to develop your curriculum so that a student can follow what you’re doing. Some of it gets pretty challenging, and there are some students that really struggle with mathematics, and if you can find a way to reach them, then that’s what it’s all about.”

photos courtesy of Mr. Wenger

This year, the LHS Math Team finished 4th in the Tri-State Math League. Pictured here, Wenger poses with the team after the last meet of the year.

(right) Wenger is recognized at the annual LHS Math Department Awards Ceremony for his work with the Math Team. Wenger has taught math at LHS for the last 21 years and coached the team for 20 years, and he says that leaving next year will be difficult. photo courtesy of Mr. Wenger

Wenger has taken Math Team to new level of excellence

photo courtesy of Mr. Wenger

In addition to coaching and running the LHS Math Team, Wenger also advises for the New Hampshire State Math Team, shown here in a competition at MIT. The NH State Math Team also competes in other regional and national competitions.

photo courtesy of Mr. Wenger

Every year, the math team hosts and funds the Teacher Talent Show. Pictured here, LHS English teacher Mrs. Wooding leads a dance line with several of her colleagues.

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Messages to teachers from students Good Sir Mundy, Thank you for always putting up with my nonsense, as weird and obscure as it can get, I really appreciate all of the knowledge that you have brought to the LHS Music Dept. Drew Mr. DeCloux is the GOAT Tim Bajek Dear Mr. Greene, First of all, thank you so much for dealing with my constant bs for the past four years. Every single time someone asked me, what my favorite class was, or who my favorite teacher is, there was no a doubt in my mind telling them Scotty G. Mr. Greene you don’t even realize the impact you’ve made,not just in my life,but so many others too. You’ve haven’t just been our teacher, you’ve been our friend, and I’ll always remember sharing a laugh with you. One quality that makes you so unique, is the fact that you’re not afraid of being realistic.Just being so straight up with all of us,and having you share some of your life stories on what to do and not to do, makes so much of a difference. Most of my classes throughout the years felt irrelevant to me, like I wasn’t learning anything valid in any of these classes , but as soon as I sit down in your room, no matter what kind of day i’m having, i’m excited to learn. Mr.Greene keep doing you, and keep inspiring all of us to be the best we can, even if it doesn’t seem like it all the time we all appreciate everything you do for us. GO SOX Jack Kelley

Mr. Courtemanche, Thank you for being like a second father to me and pushing me to be the best student that I could be. You were always someone that I could go and talk to and I'm so grateful for that. I'll always remember the four I've come to know you as my favorite teacher at LHS and I hope to be able to come back and visit you so I can annoy you some more. :) Alex Peters

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Mrs. Danielle Marie Lucas Loschiavo, Thank you for being an amazing role model and friend. I promise to never stop singing and to visit often, thank you for everything. Krystina Smith

Mr. Konieczny’s patience was very impressive.

Mr. B, Thank you for always supporting my musical “talent” and super weird jokes, you made orchestra a really fun place to B ;) Drew Mrs. Donovan, First of all, thanks so much for being WOKE and understanding social issues. You’re awesome. Second of all, thanks for being so open and understanding to all of your students. I think I speak for most of us when I say I feel like I could really come to you about anything. Have fun in London! Alex Quitongan Thank you for everything you have taught me Roop. Without you I wouldn't have chosen a trade. Mrs. Dewinkleer, Thank you for listening to my rants for two years and giving me good advice and keeping me out of trouble. You always know what to say so thank you.

To my House 4 Ladies, (And Mrs. C!): Thank you for everything, and more! The support, and love from you guys throughout high school was unmatched. What am I going to do during my lunches from now on?! Can’t wait to visit! Sierra Sessa

I loved the two years I spent in your classroom, Mrs. Bound. I felt like I was at home whenever I was in the class, and those two years are going to stick with me. I came to you for advice or just to pass the time. I would gladly take my two classes again, even though I taught myself. Thank you for everything you’ve done. Please keep doing what you do.

Ms. Giguere, Thank you for teaching AP Lang, the class that has been the most meaningful and has left the greatest impact on me over the course of my four years at LHS. Mary (Mrs. Dewinkleer), You’re a G. Jason Bonta

Thank you Mr. Levergood for getting me through the year and for helping me to understand physics better.

Losch, Big thank you for making me a part of the Chamber family or the “Chamily:” as we say in the industry Drew

Mrs Borgatti made the worst year of my life a little easier and for that I am forever grateful

Mrs. Wakelin, Thank you for being the best first AP teacher a student could ask for. You handled the sophomores amazingly for your first year teaching APUSH to that grade level. I will miss talking about Timeless with you. Thank you again for everything. Emily Haney

I would like to thank Mrs. DeWinkeleer. I may have only had her for one legitimate class, but that one class was all I needed. She showed me that I could write something if I really put my mind to it. Thanks for everything.

Mrs. Roch you donate your time to all the students. We all appreciate you for all your help. David Kichler

Mr. Juster: Thank you for showing me who is really the heart of Lancer Nation. I’ve never seen someone go so above and beyond for anyone, or anything. You’re a true force of spirit to be reckoned with, and I’m so glad you took me under your wing! All the best. Ms. Sharp - Sorry we never stopped talking in your class last year. #SorryNotSorry Drew Mr. Mundy, I can’t believe the year is literally basically over. I’m happy our relationship has been able to grow, and I can’t tell you just how much I appreciate you and how much you mean to me. You’ve helped me through so much, just by being here. You are extremely talented and your personality is just so calming. I couldn’t imagine not meeting you. You are seriously like a father figure to me and I’m so thankful for everything you do for both me and your students. Thank you for being who you are, and thank you for not giving up on me. Much Love. Kayla Best Courtemanche, you're my man- you helped me out a ton throughout high school, and are one of my favorite teachers ever, thanks for everything you've done for me. Expect an invite to my future birthday party. Christian O Thank you to Mrs. Goulet for always helping her students do the best they can do and for believing in every single one of them! Taylor Varnum Mr. Sampson, out of everyone in the school you have made the biggest impact on me. You have been a great mentor and have taught me so much, not just about computers, but about life. You showed me what it’s like to have a real job and taught me to be confident and take initiative in my work (even though I can be a bonehead a lot of the time). You are one of the hardest working people in this school and we all appreciate your work, thank you.

Ms Blake is one of the best all around teachers. I’m pretty sure that no one gets lower than a B in her AP Calc class for 2 reason. #1 she’s just that good of a teacher, her notes are wonderful and the way she explains things just makes sense #2 Those who would normally slack off in a class like hers won’t, out of sheer respect for her, and because they’re afraid of causing her to be disappointed in you, something almost unbearable.

To the music department: Thank you for all you do for not only me but the entire program. Nothing we would do or have done we could accomplish without you. You all have a very special place in my heart. Thank you for every opportunity, lesson, skill, and time you’ve given me. You’ve truly impacted my life so much and I’m so grateful for all of you!

Mr. Beaulieu, we’ve had our ups and our downs, but thanks for helping me be the best musician I can be for the past 3 years. Alex Quitongan

In my years of schooling, I have never come across a teacher like Mr. Courtemanche. He is one of the most passionate teachers I have ever met, and no matter what day you’re having, will try his best to cheer you up every day. It was a pleasure to be in his class. Cole Ferguson

Ms. Mak - Thank you for treating me like your son, I will always be there in that classroom so long as there is another Asian brother or sister Drew

Mr. Mundy is honestly one of my favorite teachers of all time. He is so laid back and calm that it is hard to think that he is bad in any way. I remember a time when the class was talking and he got everybody to stop what they were doing and listen to him without raising his voice. Peter C Mrs. Dewinkeleer is the kindest, most generous, and compassionate teacher I've ever met. She's always there for each of her students with motherly love and wants everyone to be happy and successful. I look forward everyday to see her even on my worst days. ThAnK yOu DeWiNkS <3 -Sara Hemenway Mr. CourtemancheThank you for motivating me and getting my head straight during a difficult time. I will always remember and appreciate everything you did for your favorite World at War Class, Love you dad. Drew Thank you Mrs. Sherwood for always being there weather it’s when I’m having a bad day or just being there to have someone to talk to.

Mr. Grant, I’m sorry I didn’t understand your Monty Python reference. But shoutout to you for always dealing with my airheadedness. Alex Quitongan

Thank you to Ms. Bound for helping me learn to love math; thanks to Mrs. Wakelin for her amazing APUSH class; thank you to Mr. Willis for helping me get a 5 on a really hard AP exam; thanks to Ms. Sanborn for being an awesome teacher overall; thanks to Ms. Giguere for helping me become a better writer and understand more about society as a whole; and thank you to the LHS administration/Main Guidance for helping me prepare for college and accomplish my dreams!

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From LHS grads to soon-to-be LHS grads

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» Bella Cossette, Reporter

Do you have any tips when it comes to keeping up with your classes/studying? “Stay organized and manage your time well. You have so much more free time in college than you did in high school. I take 6 classes right now and still don’t have classes on Wednesdays or Fridays. While that’s awesome, I still have to make myself study or get work done during those days otherwise I’ll fall behind. Managing your schedule is the biggest adjustment.” Emily Casey, LHS Class of 2015, Stonehill College 2019, Communication major

How important is it to go to all your classes? “Very important! You are paying for them. It’s a waste of money not to show up.” Abi Whitcomb, LHS Class of 2018, Manchester Community College 2020, English Major

What should you do if you are going to miss a class? Email or call professor? Just don’t go?

Roomates/Dorm Life What do you think is the best way of finding a roommate? Random or through Facebook or other social media? Was it successful for you? “A lot of people found their roommates through Facebook but it wasn’t always successful. Just make sure you ask the right questions and that you’re as equally honest when screening potential roommates!” Emily Schackart, LHS Class of 2017, Endicott College 2021, Marketing Communication major

Are there any supplies that you would say are a must-need in your dorm? Or anything that has been helpful to you? “Coordinate with your roommates before move-in for items you can share - like fridges, printers, etc. You can split the big item list and save some room for you to split for your personal items.” Allison Bedell, LHS Class of 2010, Keene State College 2014, Journalism and Political Science

“Email! Email! Email! Communication is key in college. Turn on notifications for everything, and get in the habit of checking your email many times a day. If you have to miss class take the two minutes to let your professor know. Staying in the loop with your professors will significantly better your odds of success.” Isaac Owens, LHS Class of 2016, Trevecca Nazarene University 2020, Media Arts major

What are some tips for getting along with a roommate?

How much work did you have to do in a typical class? Did you have just a midterm and final or did you have other assignments as well?

Do you have any tips for fitting all of your clothes/belongings from home into the tiny dorms?

“A lot of my classes had many papers and other assignments through the term, but others were just exams. One class my senior year was just one entire-semester long group project. Expect a mixed bag!” Sydney Countie, LHS Class of 2013, Drexel University 2018, Communication and Marketing major

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“Communication. You’re adults now you should be able to speak for yourselves. If you don’t like something they’re doing tell them and don’t get offended if they call you out for something.” Maddy Martin, LHS Class of 2018, Ithaca College 2022, Writing major

“Think about your clothes for each season. For most colleges, you don’t need to pack all of your winter items when you move in in August. Swap clothes out the next time you’re home. Also, storage tubs from Walmart will be your new best friend!” Shea Robinson, LHS Class of 2017, Boston University 2021, Public Relations major

Food

I Wish I Knew.

Do you find it hard to keep a good eating schedule with all of your classes and workload?

Is there anything else not mentioned here that you wish someone told you before you started college?

“No! Make sure you eat healthy and well. It makes all the difference in the classroom if you’re attentive and not hungry.” Kelsey LeBlanc, LHS Class of 2013, Saint Anselm College 2017, Communication Major

What are some good snacks for on the go? What would you suggest incoming freshman to buy? “Apples, bananas, pretzels, nuts. Anything that doesn’t need to be refrigerated for a few hours and things that won’t take up a ton of space in your bag.” Emily Georgakopoulos, LHS Class of 2014, Boston University 2018, Neuroscience major

Do you find yourself ordering pizza or other food at 1am? Do you find it’s difficult to keep fit with these late night snacks? “1 a. m. pizza is definitely widespread—for most kids, it’s the first time living on their own and it’s a new freedom. You’ll make some good friends finishing papers over late night food, so don’t skip every time for the sake of eating healthy. But if you don’t have a regular gym schedule, it’s important to remember some veggies and healthy food from the dining hall while you’re there.” Allison Bedell, LHS Class of 2010, Keene State College 2014, Journalism and Political Science

Social/Night Life If you aren’t into the partying scene, what are some other things that you can enjoy at night or after classes?

“Hang out with friends! Watch movies on Netflix together. Play some games. There are plenty of on campus activities that your school will be hosting throughout the semester, especially on weekends. If you’re in an area close to Boston—go out into Boston for the night! Walk the city get a little lost. I did that a few times and it was a blast.” Amanda Mitchell, LHS Class of 2015 alumna, Lasell College 2019, English Lit major, Spanish Language Minor

“Enjoy it because it goes by so fast. It’s so much better than high school in every way and you’ll have an amazing time.” Emily Casey, LHS Class of 2015, Stonehill College 2019, Communication major “College is not for everyone. No matter how College and Career Ready people want you to be, that doesn’t mean you have to go to college. If you have doubts, you should take a year off. Some people should go straight into the workforce, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. I know too many people, who spent thousands on a few semesters of college just to find that out for themselves.” Isaac Owens, LHS Class of 2016, Trevecca Nazarene University 2020, Media Arts major

If you could go back to the beginning of your college experience what would you do differently? “I would try to branch out and meet people sooner. I would say yes more often when people asked me to do things or to go out. I now try to say yes to almost everything.” Amanda Mitchell, LHS Class of 2015, Lasell College 2019, English Literature major, Spanish Language minor

What advice can you give incoming freshman regarding attending parties or other social events?

“Stay in groups and NEVER go out alone. Know your limits if you are going to drink or do that. Never leave your friends with someone you do not know or do not feel comfortable around. Personally at my school I do not see that as much of a problem because most guys will walk away when you say no.” Mercedes Greeley, LHS Class of 2018, Merrimack College 2022, Criminology major

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