The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink
The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink
The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink
Maria Thames

Maria Thames, Editor-in-chief

I am a senior at LHS and have been on DOI for 4 years; this year I am co-Editor-in-Chief. In addition to DOI, I’m also apart of Student Council, Advocats, LHS United, Link Crew and Life of a Wildcat.

All content by Maria Thames
In high school, it’s easy for students to be defined by their two-digit GPA or test scores, making it difficult for them to understand that they can have an impact that goes way beyond these mere numbers.

Not a Numbers Game

Maria Thames, Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2018
The Power of the Individual

The Power of the Individual

Maria Thames, Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2018
Mrs. Jennifer Lund, Ms. Amy Belstra and Mrs. Michelle Jones are in charge of all things college- and career-related at LHS. Despite working on their own responsibilities, such as scheduling visits with college representatives, meeting with students and sending transcripts to colleges, the three work as a team to make sure every LHS student is prepared for their future, whatever path that may be.

[Photo] The CRC Trifecta

Maggie Evers, Staff Member
May 15, 2018
Students stood in silence for six minutes to honor the 17 lives lost in the shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. The shooting lasted for an estimated six minutes.

LHS students participate in national school walkout

Maria Thames and Megan Fahey
March 14, 2018
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[Photo] Jack Regan, freshman

March 14, 2018
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[Photo] Katie Hay, junior

March 14, 2018
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[Photo] Ty Holzwarth, freshman

March 14, 2018
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[Photo] Suraj Rajendran, senior

March 14, 2018
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[Photo] Alyssa Gallo, junior

March 14, 2018
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[Photo] Ian Rosen-Rich, senior

March 14, 2018
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[Photo] Kai Celaric, sophomore

March 14, 2018
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[Photo] Hannah Schuler, junior

March 14, 2018
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[Photo] Julian Bok, senior

March 14, 2018
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[Photo] Michael Campeau, senior

March 14, 2018
Finding my passion and the truth

Finding my passion and the truth

Maria Thames, Editor-in-chief
February 17, 2018

Substitutes of Libertyville

Jacob Kemp and Maria Thames
December 12, 2017
“Smart,” a term commonly used based on grades, GPA and test scores, goes beyond the realm of academics; it can also convey students’ talents and passions outside of school.

[Photo] The subjectivity of “smart”

Hannah Hutchins, Editor-in-Chief
December 12, 2017
LHS boys varisty soccer had a 14-0-2 season record and was ranked as the number three team in the nation as of October 16.

One Goal

Zachary Ford and Maria Thames
October 24, 2017
Hate Speech is Free Speech

Hate Speech is Free Speech

Maria Thames, Editor-in-Chief
September 25, 2017
Others used their phones to view the eclipse, as it was not safe to look up with the naked eye, but it also was not visible at all times.

LHS views the solar eclipse

Sam Nelson and Maria Thames
August 21, 2017
The Wildcats do their pre-game huddle before the last home game of the season.

Volleyball wins last home game of the season

Maria Thames, Photo Editor
May 11, 2017
At LHS, Title IX permits girls to play football (traditionally a male-dominated sport) and does not permit boys to play badminton (there is only a girls team offered here).

[Photo] Title IX: Striving for Equality in Sports

Rachel Benner, Staff Writer
May 18, 2017
Originally taken as a photo by Maria Thames, Sweitzer was asked to design himself based off the photo; this was the result.

[Photo] Nate’s Niche

Matt Smith, Staff Writer
April 27, 2017
On March 24, Drops of Ink hosted a mayoral town hall meeting with Libertyville mayoral candidates Terry Weppler (the current mayor) and Jeff Harger. Staff members Alejandro Garcia Escobar (opinion editor) and Jack Kosowski (sports editor) led and moderated the discussion, asking pre-written questions and taking them from audience members as well. All were invited to attend the form, and noted guests included students from Advanced Placement Government classes.

Drops of Ink hosts local mayoral forum

Maria Thames, Photo Editor
March 24, 2017
Seniors Lexi Acosta and Michela Misconi started their own company, L and M Jewelry, this past December.

[Photo] L and M Jewelry

Rachel Dudley, Staff Writer
March 23, 2017
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[Photo] Manit Kaushal

Ben Kanches, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
Mikaila Corrigan

[Photo] Mikaila Corrigan

Ben Kanches, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
Sava Prodanovic

[Photo] Sava Prodanovic

Ben Kanches, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
Areebah Waseem

[Photo] Areebah Waseem

Ben Kanches, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
Diane Bauer

[Photo] Diane Bauer

Ben Kanches, Staff Writer
February 22, 2017
Two LHS students, junior Christina Simley and sophomore Trinity Hudson, from the electronics class located in room 002 taught by Mr. Thomson, work on an in-class lab on parallel circuits.

[Photo] Outside the Core

Maya Trott, Staff Writer
February 23, 2017
High School is one big puzzle piece and putting together the pieces of each grade can prove to be quite difficult.

The Puzzle Pieces of High School

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
January 23, 2017
Ever since their first appearance in 2014, the Stand Together t-shirts have become popular in the LHS community. Worn by students and faculty alike, they symbolize that LHS stands together.

[Photo] Libertyville Stands Together

Anna DeNoia and Rachel Dudley
January 26, 2017
On Thursday, Oct. 6, members of Best Buddies, including Michelotti, gathered outside the cafeteria and sold make-your-own ice cream sundaes to help raise money for their club.

[Photo] A Little Bit of Hope

Abbey Humbert and Maya Trott, Staff writers
October 27, 2016
LHS's Second Annual Color Run, Care in Color

LHS’s Second Annual Color Run, Care in Color

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
May 11, 2016

LHS’s Second Annual Color Run, Care in Color

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
May 7, 2016
At LHS, the GSA (Gay Straight Alliance) provides a sticker, wristband, and informational cards explaining the Day of Silence to all students who participate.

The Loudest Silence

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
April 15, 2016
name tattoo

[Photo] Emma Barina

Grace Bloom, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
to the moon and back

[Photo] Kaeli Martel

Grace Bloom, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
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[Photo] Michael Beck

Grace Bloom, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
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[Photo] Wesley Klepac

Grace Bloom, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
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[Photo] Rudy Pagud

Grace Bloom, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
With its charming streets and locally-owned shops, Libertyville is an inviting place for anyone to live in and/or visit. The following photos are a small depiction of what Libertyville is made up of: the popular, more-known areas, and the little things, details that not everyone may see.

A Look into Libertyville

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
February 8, 2016
Many fans gathered at a sports bar in Dekalb called "Fatty's" for a pregame snack.

[Photo] Pregame Tailgate

November 29, 2015
After a quick field practice with the poms team, band packed into two coach buses for the trip to Dekalb.

The Road to Dekalb: Bus Style

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
November 29, 2015
Quarterback Riley Lees (#6) runs around the edge in the semi-final game against Bradley-Bourbonnais in a blizzard.

[Photo] The Road So Far

November 25, 2015
Quarterback Riley Lees (#6) runs around the edge in the semi-final game against Bradley-Bourbonnais in a blizzard.

[Photo] Football Semifinal Victory Slideshow

November 25, 2015
DOI staff members work diligently on their various assignments to get them finished by their deadlines, which is an essential part of not only student journalism, but professional journalism as well.

Behind the Cover of DOI: What it’s really like to be a student journalist

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
November 19, 2015
Noah Moderwell has been a great compliment to Riley Lees in the running game all season long.

[Photo] Libertyville Football: Regular Season Recap

Max Friedlander, Staff Writer
November 19, 2015
Defenders Sean O'Malley (56) and Ben Kimpler (8) apply pressure to Downers Grove North's offense. They helped the defense keep DGN scoreless in the second half.

[Photo] LHS offense propels them into second round of playoffs

Jarrett Malec, Staff Writer
November 2, 2015
It may not be ideal for students to take the polar plunge in the middle of the school day, but its nothing to flip (turn) out about.

The Polar Plunge

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
October 22, 2015
Ally Kunkel (left), Dante Parra (middle), and Brian Lemay (right) are three unique athletes and LHS students that participate in skiing, cycling, and fencing.

[Photo] Not Your Average Athletes

Hannah Hutchins and Dolores Palmieri
October 22, 2015

“Blood Moon” viewable in Libertyville’s Backyard Last Night

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
September 28, 2015

A look into LHS’s Art Show

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
June 2, 2015
Within its first week of being created, @kindwordsLHS had over 500 followers and 600 tweets.

@kindwordslhs killing @lhsroastsession with kindness

Ryan Jackson and Maria Thames
May 18, 2015

[Video] Highlights from LHS’s color run, Care in Color

May 12, 2015
The logo and program cover of LHS's spring play, "Metamorphoses."

The Stories of Metamorphosing: A Review on Metamorphoses

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
May 4, 2015

Jamming The Night Away

Anna DeMartini and Maria Thames
April 24, 2015

“Video Poker” and “Vertebrae” bring victory for two LHS seniors

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
April 22, 2015
Julia Thurau, a junior, works to stop the use of derogatory words.

Actions may speak loud, but words speak too

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
April 6, 2015

Condell Daycare Bridges the Gap between Generations

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
March 6, 2015
A screenshot of all the pictures categorized under the hashtag 20 beautiful women.

#AllBeautifulWomen

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
February 6, 2015
Bridget and other volunteers pose for a photo after playing soccer in the sports complex with kids who have disabilities for a program called TOPS.

The Importance of Volunteering

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
January 15, 2015
One of the two buildings that is being developed behind Culver's on Route 176.

New Developments in Libertyville

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
December 12, 2014

Tick Tock on the Christmas Gift Clock

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
December 11, 2014
Thanks to the money awarded to the village, the area surrounding the train station will be developed soon, with the planning process starting in 2015.

Train station wins major grant

Maria Thames, Staff Writer
November 26, 2014
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