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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
Jeffrey McLaren

Jeffrey McLaren

Hi, my name is Jeffrey, and I’m a senior. This is my first year on staff. In school I’m a part of the Debate Team, Magic the Gathering Club, Dungeons & Dragons Club, Ping Pong Club, Senior Wellness Leadership Board, Gray Area, Wildcat Will, Graphics Club, and National Honors Society. Outside of school, I enjoy playing tennis.

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Students process out of the building at 9:30 a.m., gathering in the North Butler parking lot. According to Paige Regan, the goal was to “make a statement against gun violence but also to stand in solidarity with the victims of the school shooting in Nashville.” Local police and Principal Dr. Koulentes supervised the peaceful display protesting gun violence in schools.

Students engage in a peaceful walkout in solidarity of the school shooting in Nashville.

Jeffrey McLaren and Caroline Scott
April 11, 2023
Students process out of the building at 9:30 a.m., gathering in the North Butler parking lot. According to Paige Regan, the goal was to “make a statement against gun violence but also to stand in solidarity with the victims of the school shooting in Nashville.” Local police and Principal Dr. Koulentes supervised the peaceful display protesting gun violence in schools.

Students engage in a peaceful walkout in solidarity of the school shooting in Nashville

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
April 11, 2023
Another way besides taking a shower to relieve muscle pain is to take salt baths. Soaking for even 15 minutes in a salt bath can relax muscles, reduce soreness and aches, reduce skin irritation and speed up recovery.

The Power of Baths and Showers

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
April 10, 2023
Hugh Weathey fences against another epee fencer from an opponent school at Glenbrook South. Fencing tournaments happen every other weekend at various locations in the midwest.

[Photo] Club Sports at LHS

April 6, 2023
The DOI class travels home from our field trip to St. Louis in November. We had journalism lessons, ate at cool restaurants, climbed around a giant museum and also attempted to curse the sky. You know, the usual!

DOI: Behind The Scenes

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
March 3, 2023
The team celebrates their hard-earned success with a group photo, holding the banner that signifies their conference title. For the first time in over 30 years, Libertyville claimed sole victory as conference champions.

Valentine’s Day Victory: Libertyville boys basketball beats Waukegan to be conference champions

Jack Birmingham and Jeffrey McLaren
February 16, 2023
Hayden Cook springs off the board. After taking a break, the freshman performed an amazing dive in the sixth round, earning him 125.70 points.

LHS dives headfirst into the NSC Championship

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
February 14, 2023
A crane towers over Cook Library, one of the many pieces of equipment used for the renovations.

Cook Memorial Library Renovates Outdated Windows

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
January 13, 2023
Wildcats Secured A Win Off Bears 67-52

Wildcats Secured A Win Off Bears 67-52

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
December 22, 2022
With the Blue Devils leading 6-0, junior Will Carney (152) understands the importance of his match as he prepares to face his opponent. Carney gave a terrific performance during the match, despite suffering a leg injury 32 seconds in.

Wildcats’ Wrestling Takes Down Warren 47-30

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
December 16, 2022
Wildcats Sweep Blue Devils 9-0: Can we get an “Oh Yeah!?”

Wildcats Sweep Blue Devils 9-0: Can we get an “Oh Yeah!?”

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
December 14, 2022
Football Season Recap

Football Season Recap

Jack Birmingham and Jeffrey McLaren
November 29, 2022
Photo courtesy of Kaitlyn Mitchell

Top Villains In Each Genre

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
October 28, 2022
The Libertyville varsity boys soccer team takes a group photo in front of the goal to celebrate a hard-fought last home game of the season.

The District 128 Soccer Showdown

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
October 19, 2022
“I am so excited! The weather is perfect, and our school spirit is just off the charts,” Dr. Koulentes said while leaning against the car he drove in the parade.

The Parade to Home

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
October 3, 2022
Players on both sides prepare for the next snap, during a heated showdown between the Lake Zurich Bears and the Libertyville Wildcats.

Touchdowns and Turnarounds: Wildcats Lose Homecoming Game to Bears 21-8

Jack Birmingham, Jeffrey McLaren, and Rishi Tipparti
October 2, 2022
What better way to kick off Homecoming Spirit Week 2022 than to decorate the 150 year old Petranek’s Pharmacy from left to right!

Painting the Road to Home

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
September 30, 2022
Senior Aayla Budak, Dr. Koulentes, and Mr. Lapish meet with the D128 Board of Education before showing them the courtyard.

[Photo] “Rooting” For the Courtyard: The Libertyville Courtyard Shows its True Colors

Jeffery McLaren, Staff Member
September 30, 2022
Freshman hike home after a long day with heavy backpacks. According to experts, excess weight such as carrying a backpack for several hours a day can lead to mild health conditions later in life.

Backpack Betrayal

Jeffrey McLaren, Staff Member
September 23, 2022
Senior Keira Kasten sets up for a powerful serve during the game against New Trier.

Wildcats Topple Trevians In First Girls Volleyball Game of the Season

Jack Birmingham and Jeffrey McLaren
September 8, 2022
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