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
All content by Jake Luce
GAIN Academy hopes to redesign the current high school system, focusing on preparing students for the future through solving real world problems.

GAIN Academy chosen as finalist for XQ Super School project

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
May 26, 2016
The confusing, triangular roads in the neighborhood adjacent to LHS are the absolute worst.

Triangular Troubles

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
April 29, 2016
Private changing stalls have been added to locker rooms at LHS in order to accommodate students who prefer more privacy.

Transgender-friendly changes coming to LHS

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
April 29, 2016
Although people associate St. Patrick's Day with Irish culture, most of the holiday's traditions originated in the U.S.

St. Patty’s Day: An American Holiday

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
March 18, 2016
High school student Philip Brown is being charged with first-degree murder for the brutal killing of a six-month-old Snapstreak.

Teen to face trial for Snapstreak murder

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
March 17, 2016
Despite having the better reputation, Tuesdays are actually much worse than Mondays.

Tuesday Blues

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
February 23, 2016
Baumruk, one of the top bowlers in the county, made it to to the sectional meet during the 2015/2016 season.

Spencer Baumruk: Renaissance Man

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
February 18, 2016
Kid Cudi decided to change up his sound completely on his new album, a decision which did not work out in his favor.

Speedin’ Bullet to Heaven Review

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
December 8, 2015
University of Missouri system President Tim Wolfe was forced by students to resign as a result of not doing enough in response to racist acts on campus.

Response to Mizzou Racism

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
December 7, 2015
Many shoppers miss quality time with their families just to save money on the items they purchase.

Black Thursday

Jake Luce and Nathan Campbell
November 26, 2015
Unfortunately, kids often base their own political view off that or their parents'.

Political Parenting

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
November 9, 2015
MathXL often has technical difficulties, and correct answers are not accepted.

MathXL Mayhem

Jake Luce, Opinion Editor
October 15, 2015
"Vaping" has recently become very popular among US teens.

Rising Popularity of E-Cigs

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
June 2, 2015
Floyd Mayweather Jr., left, lands a punch on Manny Pacquiao in the fourth round of the WBC Welterweight Championship at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday, May 2, 2015. Mayweather won in a unanimous decision.

Fight of the Century?

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
May 19, 2015

Libertyville War Veteran Found Dead

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
April 17, 2015
Slott's Hots has closed after 35 years of business in Libertyville.

Slott’s Hots is Closed

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
March 16, 2015

The Truth of Islam

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
February 9, 2015

Diamond Engagement Ring: Why is this still a thing?

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
January 15, 2015
Hats have never been allowed in LHS, but some students are questioning this rule.

No Cats in their Hats

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
January 5, 2015
Police will be looking for speeding, rolling stop signs, too many people in the car, and going the wrong direction on Sunset.

[Photo] Increased Police in LHS Area

Ryan Jackson, Features Editor
December 16, 2014
Libertyville Police Officers are not specifically targeting high school students, they are simply doing their job.

Do Local Police Target High School Students?

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
September 26, 2014
Trey Toohey gets the ball from Evanston and dribbles towards goal during the game against Evanston on August 27. The team won, bringing in a 2-1 victory.

World Cup Boosts Soccer’s Popularity

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
September 19, 2014

The Terror of Boko Haram

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
June 5, 2014

Quest for the Ring

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
April 21, 2014
21 and Over

21 and Over

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
April 10, 2014
PARCC Test to be Implemented Next Year

PARCC Test to be Implemented Next Year

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
April 3, 2014

NCAA March Madness Preview

Kyle Laska and Jake Luce
March 20, 2014

Top 10: March Madness Teams

Kyle Laska and Jake Luce
March 7, 2014

Social (Media) Skills?

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
February 24, 2014

Pregame Nutrition

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
January 16, 2014

PDA: Please Don’t Attempt

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
December 11, 2013
Sophomore Cameron Chen makes his free throw to put the Wildcats at 91 Points.

Boys Varsity Basketball Team Wins Season Opener 91-69

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
November 26, 2013
Kids of all ages should be allowed to go trick or treating.

Trick or Treating: How Old is Too Old?

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
November 1, 2013
Red Ribbon Kuz Classic 5k

Red Ribbon Kuz Classic 5k

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
October 4, 2013
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