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 Tyler Skinner
The backside of the Libertyville t-shirt represents the family atmosphere that has developed.

Libertyville Stands Together

Tyler Skinner, Staff Writer
January 23, 2017
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
More students should work at the great places around town, like the friendly neighborhood Jewel Osco.

Why More Students Should Have Jobs

Tyler Skinner, 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
LHS Poms with their best finish ever, placed second in State last Saturday.

Libertyville Poms Places Second in State

Tyler Skinner, Staff Writer
February 11, 2015

The Truth of Islam

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
February 9, 2015

Super Bowl XLIX Preview

Tyler Skinner, Staff Writer
January 29, 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
Mayor Weppler addressing a town member at the Town Hall Meeting over the issue of video gambling.

Libertyville Doesn’t Gamble on Video Slots

Tyler Skinner, Staff Writer
December 16, 2014
Jimmy John's moved down the street to a more accessible location.

Jimmy John’s Moves Mile

Tyler Skinner, Staff Writer
December 10, 2014

Flipping the Classroom: A New School of Thought

Tyler Skinner, Staff Writer
November 25, 2014

Change sweeps through Illinois on Election Night

Tyler Skinner, Staff Writer
November 5, 2014
The Twitter bird flying with its beak slightly open.

The New Addiction

Tyler Skinner, Staff Writer
October 23, 2014

Two Wild Games Ahead

Tyler Skinner, Staff Writer
September 29, 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
The boys cross country team has seen a large and steady increase in participation over the past 9 years.

Cross Country Community Continues Climb

Tyler Skinner
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

America’s Team: Jackie Robinson West

Tyler Skinner, Staff Writer
September 5, 2014
Possibly the best bathroom in the school, next to the CRC

Libertyville’s Finest… Bathrooms

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
June 5, 2014

The Terror of Boko Haram

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
June 5, 2014

Quest for the Ring

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
April 21, 2014
Max running track

Max Effort

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
April 10, 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

D-nied

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
February 2, 2014

Guide to the Winter Olympics

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
February 2, 2014

1 v 1

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
January 31, 2014

Pregame Nutrition

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
January 16, 2014

Super Man-ning

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
January 3, 2014
Evan and Kate

Skoug to Showcase His Talents

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
December 13, 2013

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
Ticket advertisement for Tip off Madness

Are You Ready for Some Basketball?

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
November 5, 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

And the Winner is…

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
October 23, 2013
The Los Angeles Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw pitches in the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals during Game 2 of the National League Championship Series at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri, on Saturday, on October 12, 2013. The Cardinals won, 1-0, to take a 2-0 series lead.

Finally…Four

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
October 12, 2013
Red Ribbon Kuz Classic 5k

Red Ribbon Kuz Classic 5k

Jake Luce, Staff Writer
October 4, 2013

Narrowing the Field

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
October 3, 2013
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Alex Cobb delivers in the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, on Wednesday, September 11, 2013.

The Season is on the Line

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
October 1, 2013
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher David Price works in the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, on Friday, September 20, 2013.

Extra Innings

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
September 30, 2013
Nate Cote pitches in the Baseball State Championship.

Baseball Seniors Soar Above Expectations

Tyler Skinner, Sports Editor
August 13, 2013
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