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
News
Drops of News: What Happened Last Week?
Mckinley Shores, Staff Member • May 11, 2026
OHare, currently the seventh largest airport in the United States, is cutting down on domestic flights out of the airport to combat delays caused by construction. This will affect many travelers as the airport foresees the cancellation of over 300 flights per day. (Photo Courtesy: Flickr)
Drops of News: What Happened Last Week?
Mishall Quraishi and Addi Sriram • April 21, 2026
The Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta is widely recognized as the world’s busiest airport with 100 million passengers annually. Due to the TSA staffing crisis, ICE agents have been deployed to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport to assist the TSA.
Drops of News: What Happened Last Week?
Mishall Quraishi, Community Manager • March 30, 2026
Features
The STUCO Executive Board celebrates the 2026 Homecoming week by participating in Twin Day. (Photo courtesy: Meg Trob)
Making Ordinary Days Extraordinary: How Student Council Shapes Life At LHS
Aarna Mishra • April 18, 2026
On March 14, 2026, the JV and Novice Debate Teams went to compete at state in Palatine. After outstanding performances, they were able to earn first place overall for the Novice division, as well as winning an award for Best Novice Speaker. (Photo courtesy of Debate Club)
Finding Their Voices: How LHS Clubs Amplify Students’ Expressions
Jules Figurelli, Staff Member • April 17, 2026
One of the proudest moments of DJ’s life was becoming a journalist. Besides just writing stories and interviewing celebrities, he was also able to learn a lot about journalism philosophy. “Every story is about point of view,” DJ said. “Your job is to find the perspectives that bring the story to life.”
DJ: From Sidelines to Bylines
Jules Figurelli, Staff Member • March 20, 2026
First responders work on a one day on two day off schedule to allow for 24/7 coverage while helping to reduce burnout and promote recovery. (From left to right) First responders Brian Bagdon, Dave Naspinski and Joe Moya stand in front of one of the signature red and white Libertyville ambulances.
The First Responders of Libertyville
Addi Sriram and Joseph Polley • March 20, 2026
With their club focusing on global conflicts, Amnesty International uses their allotted time to educate students about these international disputes. “We host workshops to share information about major issues we care about,” senior Zara Karim said.
Building a Community: Three New Clubs at LHS
Jules Figurelli • March 20, 2026
Opinion
Satire: Worst School Day Ever
Satire: Worst School Day Ever
Andrew Schinler, Features Editor • February 27, 2026
Students compete in a basketball tournament during Lifetime Sports and Fitness, an LHS PE class. They wear the required orange or black school-issued uniforms, another department policy.
Staff-Ed: Does the PE Policy Need a Change?
DOI Staff • February 27, 2026
Echo Chambers: The Collapse of Healthy Debate
Echo Chambers: The Collapse of Healthy Debate
Joseph Polley, Sport Editior • February 27, 2026
Letter to the Reader
Letter to the Reader
Grace Jackman and Luiza Magalhaes • February 27, 2026
Why Student Journalism Is Important
Why Student Journalism Is Important
Grace Jackman, Editor in Chief • February 27, 2026
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