HC implements new EOS program
For the new school year, HC has begun school-wide use of the Employability Operating System (EOS) as a way to track hall passes, student behavior, and important skills. Ryan McQueery is the lead...
View ArticleHC metal detectors postponed until next school year
As part of Superintendent Manny Caulk’s ten point safety plan, metal detectors were expected to be present at all six high schools. While HC was the last to receive metal detectors, the installation...
View ArticleHC gets long awaited football field
As any athlete knows, HC has been in need of a new football field for years. The past year was especially troubling as holes plagued the turf. These holes could potentially have caused players to slip...
View ArticleCrisis Go is an unnecessary use of resources
In an effort to promote safety in FCPS, Crisis Go, a security software company, was hired to provide security through technology. According to their service rate, every student covered in the plan...
View ArticleHC Recycling discontinued for the foreseeable future
By Rowyn Moore If you’ve been at HC for a couple of years, you might have noticed the absence of a certain blue recycling bin. They used to be placed in every classroom, next to the small metal trash...
View ArticleHC’s Ultimate Frisbee Team gains popularity
Judging by the full front field three times a week, HC’s Ultimate Frisbee Club has become increasingly popular this school year. Averaging about 20 students, this is the largest team HC’s Ultimate...
View ArticleUpcoming October Events for Teens to Enjoy
By Rowyn Moore With Halloween just around the corner, there is an abundance of events available to attend. They all vary vastly but are all equally important to the culture Lexington provides....
View ArticleWrapping up the Oct 2019 SBDM meeting
by Adrienne Ingram and Nina Rennard The Oct. 9 SBDM meeting began with the adoption of the day’s agenda and the previous meeting’s minutes which were accepted. The meeting was then followed by the...
View ArticleHC Boys Volleyball prepares for its sophomore season
By Leah Barnard On Wednesday Sep. 11, HC hosted their first boy’s volleyball game of the season. Despite being an unofficial game, large numbers of HC boys signed up to play. There were four teams...
View ArticleHC Boys Soccer dominates regular season, looks forward to regionals and state
HC Boys Soccer currently stand with a record of 18 wins, one loss, and three tie. Coming off of a 12 win season last year, they currently lead the 11th region. They won all of their district...
View ArticleHC Cross Country team has successful season
The HC Cross Country team has taken noticeable steps towards success this year. “We’ve been doing much better than we have in the past,” HC Cross Country Coach Tommy Craft said. This improvement can...
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JROTC Gets a New Room
By Steve Romero-Tellez The HC JROTC has been an active part of HC since 1997. Since then, the program has been in the upstairs yellow hallway in rooms 104 and 105. With (Ret.) LTC. Robert...
View ArticleSunrise Movement Makes an Impact on Young People
By Iona Campbell A new movement has been spreading across the United States and is led primarily by teens and young adults. The Sunrise Movement is a group of young individuals protesting and...
View ArticleIngram reviews “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens
Zoologist Delia Owens has touched the hearts of many with her gut-wrenching but beautiful novel, Where the Crawdads Sing. The novel incorporates a murder mystery, a coming of age, and a nature adoring...
View ArticleVaping epidemic harms teens
As smoking cigarettes has become less popular, the use of vape products has drastically increased among high school students. Teenagers who use these products generally tend to think that they are not...
View ArticleAffordable DIY Halloween costumes
By: Corinne King Halloween is a great opportunity for kids to get creative and temporarily become whatever they wish for a night. Choosing what to be every year can be tricky, especially when you’re...
View ArticleHC Introduces New Program: Sources of Strength
Fayette County has created a 10 Point Safety Plan, which includes student ID badges, metal detectors, and more mental health workers. Due to this, HC has been increasing opportunities to help...
View ArticleCulinary Class provides unique experiences to students
Leah Barnard At HC, students have always been offered a wide variety of electives. Classes ranging all the way from Physical Education to AP Art History can be taken by HC students. One of these...
View ArticleHC Boys soccer team moves on to state finals
On Wednesday, the HC boys soccer team shutout Oldham County with a 5-0 win at Bryan Station. During the rainy game, HC started strong with a goal by Tahj Jairam in the 6th minute, followed by another...
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