Dec 12, 2016
by Madisyn McAlister
On December 1st and 2nd, Woodlawn High School’s drama department performed their annual Christmas play. This year the collection of various Woodlawn students performed “A Dickens’ Christmas Carol – A Traveling Travesty in Two Tumultuous Acts”, which is a farce of “A Christmas Carol”.
This interesting play was chosen by Ms. Morton because, “It’s hard to find Christmas plays, so you’re stuck with doing the same play or finding something new.”
This is certainly not the same classic Christmas play many are used to. For this play, anyone could audition. For the auditions, those trying out were given a sheet of paper to put down their information as well as stating what character they would like to be, based off of a short description of each character. Then, Ms. Morton would select three or so students who were auditioning, and give them a script. The students would then have to cold read a scene and based off that, the roles would be assigned. Though anyone in the school could be involved with the play, Theater III and IV students are required to participate for a grade.
Even though there were difficulties preparing for the play, such as some actors needing to drop out of the play, the actors have been very positive.
“Stressful, but so far has been an amazing experience,” commented one of the actors when asked about the process. When asked about how they feel about the play, the actors replied with squeals of excitement. Those involved with the play have been supporting it by discussing it with anyone they can and posting about it on social media.
“Students are surprised about how much they enjoy it,” says Ms. Morton when referring to plays. “I think it’s hopefully something students will learn to support, like they do sports”.
Dec 12, 2016
by Madisyn McAlister, Staff Reporter
Woodlawn High School’s robotics team, Panthrobotics, traveled to Intralox in New Orleans on November 17th to help recruit more mentors for FIRST Robotics.
A small group consisting of Panthrobotics members took a field trip to Intralox located in New Orleans. Intralox is a manufacturer that “offers comprehensive conveyance solutions including conveyor belting, conveyor equipment, and services to help you optimize your plant.” Intralox has been a continuous supporter of FIRST Robotics. Intralox asked Panthrobotics to assist with a presentation for inspiring those who work at Intralox to become a FIRST Robotics mentor.
The small group included: Mr. Eiland (Coach), Mr. Jason Lejeune (Assistant Coach, volunteer mentor), Christian Lejeune (Build Captain), Madisyn McAlsiter (Outreach Coordinator), and Kohl Cleveland (Rookie). This group represented Woodlawn High School and the organization FIRST Robotics at the mentor recruitment presentation. Mr. Eiland, acting as his position of FIRST Senior Mentor of Louisiana, was one of the few speakers for the event and was in charge of describing FIRST Robotics and all of its little details to those attending the presentation. The students assisted with the presentation by demonstrating the team’s robot and talking one on one with those attending the event about FIRST, mentors, and Panthrobotics.
“It should be a really interesting experience.” said Christian Lejeune before attending the actual event, and it seems that his assumptions were correct.
Dec 8, 2016
Woodlawn High School is offering after school LOFSA tutoring to assist students who are in need of exam preparation. Sessions will last from 2:35 until 4:30, with the last session taking place on December 14, the day before exams begin. Teachers are available in every core subject as well as electives. Parents, please encourage your students to take advantage of this opportunity.
LOSFA-TUTORING
Dec 6, 2016
The exam schedule for the 2016 Fall Semester has been released. Exams will begin on Thursday, December 16 and will end on Tuesday, December 20. Students will attend Homeroom every day during the exam period. Due to district policies, exams will not be given early.
2016-FALL-EXAM-SCHEDULE
Nov 30, 2016
Seven current students and recent graduates of Woodlawn High School have earned national recognition as AP Scholars by the College Board for their exceptional achievement on the college-level Advanced Placement Program (AP) Exams.
Seniors Autumn Hopper and Allana Hopper, Class of 2017, earned the AP Scholar with Distinction award, granted to students who receive average scores of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams.
Allana Hopper, Class of 2017
Autumn Hopper, Class of 2017
Junior Josue Casco-Rodriguez, Class of 2018, earned the AP Scholar with Honor award for students who received an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams.
Josue Casco-Rodriquez, Class of 2018
Junior Alisa Webb, Class of 2018, and Class of 2016 graduates Michael Poor (LSU Honors College), DeAnthieus Clayton (LSU) and Anaya Askins (LSU) earned the AP Scholar recognition award for students who received scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams.
Michael Poor, Class of 2016
Anaya Askins, Class of 2016
Alisa Webb, Class of 2018
“Our entire Panther Nation is proud to celebrate these students’ outstanding academic achievements. Their hard work and dedication sets an example for everyone at Woodlawn High School and especially those in in Woodlawn’s AP program,” said Principal Scott Stevens. “It is also a testament to the strength of our academic program and our dedicated teachers.”
Woodlawn students can choose from 19 Advanced Placement courses, starting in their freshman year. Woodlawn is the recipient of a National Math and Science Initiative grant to support AP courses in STEM fields.
The College Board’s AP Program offers students the opportunity to take challenging college-level courses while still in high school, and to receive college credit, advanced placement, or both for successful performance on the AP Exams. Although there is no monetary award, each award-winning student receives a certificate, and the award is acknowledged on any AP score report that is sent to college after the award has been given.
