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
Anika Raina

Anika Raina, News Editor

This is my second year on staff. At LHS I am involved in LEAF and Cats against Hunger. Outside of school, I like to hangout with my friends and my sister.

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Principal Tom Koulentes is hopeful that for the 2021-22 school year, things can return as close as possible to a pre-Covid-19 LHS. One goal the school has for next year is to accommodate students in the lunchroom for eating and study hall, but they are going to continue working closely with the district and local health authorities to determine if this is a possibility.

LHS plans to open for full in-person learning next fall

Anika Raina, News Editor
May 28, 2021
The environmental costs of fast fashion

The environmental costs of fast fashion

Anika Raina, News Editor
April 27, 2021
Remote learning has given some students more freedom towards their choice of computer and workspace setup. Many students now use personal computers with additional monitors, which allows them to look at multiple screens at any given time, including during assessments.

The reality of cheating in virtual classes

Anika Raina, News Editor
March 9, 2021
Photo courtesy of Mayor Weppler. After serving three terms as Libertyville’s mayor, Terry Weppler will be retiring this year. He said he accomplished many goals, such as making the town more business proactive and creating new fiscal policies to increase the town’s budget.

Mayor Weppler, retiring soon, looks back on his time in office

Anika Raina, News Editor
February 25, 2021
The staff in AMITA Health Resurrection Medical Center Chicago and Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, including Dr. Sharp (right) and Dr. Greenberg (left), are making sure to take every precaution, such as rubber gloves, face masks and shields, eye protection, and more, to keep themselves safe.

What Battling Covid-19 is Really Like: Local ER Doctors Speak Out

Anika Raina, News Editor
February 9, 2021

[Video] A Winter Spent Outside: Your Guide to Libertyville’s Trails

Katherine Thomey, Staff Member
December 17, 2020
Photo courtesy of Tavish SharmaThe Solve Hunger logo was designed by Sharma’s younger sister. The globe represents Sharma’s goal to help families across the world have access to food, and the heart represents the idea that the project is done through love and kindness.

Solve Hunger Corp: A Fight Against Hunger

Anika Raina, News Editor
November 22, 2020
Mad Libs: Political Edition

Mad Libs: Political Edition

Anika Raina, News Editor
October 21, 2020
LHS is starting its hybrid learning schedule on Oct. 29. They will be both in-person and online learning for hybrid days, much of it still taking place over Zoom.

School Prepares for Hybrid Model as Reactions Vary

Anika Raina, News Editor
October 19, 2020
Many students and parents from District 128 attended the rally to show their support for going back-to-school.

Back-to-School Rally Advocates for Shift to In-Person Learning

Andrew Benoit and Anika Raina
October 3, 2020
Let’s Fight for Change is a nonprofit organization that focuses on a broad range of social issues. They aim to make resources and research tools easily accessible through social media and their website, which is in development. Logo by Sebastian Ingino.

Let’s Fight for Change: A Student Nonprofit

Anika Raina, News Editor
September 30, 2020
Sources: ABC7 Chicago, NBC Chicago, Covid Act Now, The New York Times, and the Lake County Health Department.

Health Care Workers Strike, Pritzker Announces Economic Relief Program

Anika Raina, News Editor
September 20, 2020
LHS plans to begin the upcoming school year with remote learning for the safety of students and staff.

Yes to Remote Learning

Anika Raina, News Editor
August 10, 2020

Spring Athletes Miss Out on Season

Anika Raina, Staff Member
May 20, 2020

Gender Division in AP and Elective Classes

Anika Raina, Staff Member
April 3, 2020

February News Briefs

Anika Raina, Staff Member
February 14, 2020
Keyda Feltner is the only adoptee featured that doesn’t have only adopted siblings and additionally has siblings that are biologically related to her parents. She feels closest to her adopted sister, but she would do anything for any of her family members.

Adopting a New Perspective

Charlotte Pulte and Anika Raina
February 13, 2020

What’s Trending: Winter Edition

Anika Raina, Staff Member
December 13, 2019

Several Proposals Advance for Waukegan’s Fountain Square Casino

Anika Raina
November 14, 2019
Fremd’s team captain shoots a corner kick towards the Libertyville goal while goalie Michael Krukonis (in pink) awaits to try to intercept the ball.

Boys Soccer Season Ends in Shootout Against Fremd

Anika Raina, Staff Member
November 4, 2019
Lawsuits have been filed against Medline for their use of toxic chemicals that can lead to cancer, but there are no federal regulations for the toxic chemicals in use.

Local Medical Plants Emitting Toxic Chemicals in Lake County

Anika Raina, Staff Member
October 24, 2019
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[Photo] The IceCats: Ups and Downs to being a club sport

Sarah Bennett, Staff Member
October 23, 2019
The majority of the student section radiated their school spirit for the orange-themed football game.

Students walk to Carmel before first football game

Anika Raina, Staff Member
September 12, 2019
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