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Leah Spencer

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter

Leah Spencer is a sophomore at Hagerty High School, and this is her first year on staff. She plays on varsity tennis and is on the cross country team. When not at school, she enjoys going to the beach and shopping.

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Freshman Juliana Acosta participates in the popular stacked earring trends. Among teenagers today, it is much more common for them to have many piercings.

Piercing the norm

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
May 20, 2026

Even getting her first piercing yanked out of her ear didn’t stop freshman Julia Barone from following the trend of multiple earrings. Starting with just one on each side at three years old, she now...

Sophomore Eliana Grunther works on an AP World History study guide. In and out of class, there are many ways students can find ways to study.

Lessons with Leah: Studying advice

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
April 27, 2026

If you share this struggle, take in some advice to help pass those exams before it's too late. How can I make time for studying on a busy schedule? From school to practice to work, it can be challenging...

Freshman Zoe Spencer uses the wall at her house to practice setting for volleyball. Even at home, there are many ways to practice with some imagination.

Lessons with Leah: Summer sport advice

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2026

If you share this struggle, take in some advice to help you perform to your full potential for the next season. What can I do outside of the school season? Having a strict schedule, practicing every...

Senior Jerry Liu waits to hit his opponent’s serve back. Despite the loss, Liu put in his best effort against his Lake Brantley rival and finished with a score of 6-2, 6-1.

Tennis season ends in district quarterfinals

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
April 14, 2026

Waking up bright and early, the boys tennis team arrived at Sanlando Park at 7 a.m. on April 13 for the district tournament. Lines one through five singles and lines one and two doubles went against tough...

Sophomore Zara Valencia Morales communicates with freshman Laura Viviescas. Through speaking Spanish, students can make new connections and relationships with other Spanish speakers.

Beyond one language

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2026

Sophomore Zara Valencia Morales communicates with freshman Laura Viviescas. Through speaking Spanish, students can make new connections and relationships with other Spanish speakers.

Sophomores Abigail Rawls and Zara Valencia Morales communicate through sign language. There are roughly 3% of ASL speakers in the U.S.

Sophomores Abigail Rawls and Zara Valencia Morales communicate through sign language. There are roughly 3% of ASL speakers in the U.S.

Two students hold hands in the hallway. Although this season of love seems dreamy, some may have difficulty getting there.

Lessons with Leah: Valentine’s Day advice

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
February 11, 2026

If you share this struggle, here is some advice on approaching your Valentine with confidence and charm. When is the best time to ask them to be my Valentine? Timing is a very important piece in...

Junior Jasira Bailey receives the "I Have a Dream" award. Bailey has been a member of the Black Student Union for the past 3 years and was recognized for her leadership through the award.

Celebrating the life of Martin Luther King Jr

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
January 20, 2026

Oviedo woke up to a chorus of fire truck sirens, the Oviedo High School band and the voices of local groups coming together in song commemorating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  On Jan. 19,...

Sophomore Zoe Spencer writes in her planner. Having a planner can keep you updated on any assignment due dates, gamedays and other important events.

Lessons with Leah: New Year’s resolutions

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
January 8, 2026

If you share this struggle, take in some advice to have a strong start for the 2026 year.  How can I keep my GPA high for the last semester? With school picking up again, the only way to start fresh...

Sophomores Nicole Cui and Zara Valencia exchange gifts for the holidays. Gift giving is a great way to get into the holiday spirit.

Lessons with Leah: Holiday gift-giving

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
December 10, 2025

If you share this struggle, here is some advice for some issues you may face going into the holidays. What should I get my significant other for the holidays? The holiday spirit is full of love,...

Junior Johnny Tirado is working at the cash register at a local Panera. Being friendly, polite and understanding are all good skills when talking to customers.

Time to work?

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
December 5, 2025

For students who are tired of their parents paying for Starbucks runs, who are saving up for new shoes or who want to get out of the house, there is only one solution: getting a job. However, getting...

Junior Juana Gomez helps sophomore Zara Valencia in AP Psychology. Asking other students for help is a good alternative to traditional tutoring.

Lessons with Leah: Second quarter advice

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
November 5, 2025

How can I get a tutor, and are they worth the money? High school classes can be difficult. There is new material every week and a large amount of work that goes with the lesson as well. So getting...

The Leadership class is giving out Homecoming T-shirts for those who have already purchased their tickets.

Lessons with Leah: Homecoming advice

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
October 10, 2025

Should I go with a date or friends? Imagine hanging out and laughing with friends, having the time of your lives. Now imagine dancing with a date. The fun vanishes into awkward small talk and posed...

Senior Jahmari Abbott works on an assignment for the TV Production class. Without students livestreaming, the focus of the class has shifted.

AI takes over sports livestreaming

Leah Spencer, Staff Writer
October 2, 2025

In the past, if fans wanted to see a livestream of athletic events, they could see an occasional football game, and that was it. Now, thanks to a partnership with the National Federation of State High...

Juniors Maja Rothe, Fiorenza Dellepiane and Laila Rolon watch the varsity football game against Lake Toho on September 5. Rothe loved the high energy and festive theme found in the student section. (Photo by Maja Rothe)

Sunshine exchange

Leah Spencer, Staff writer
September 24, 2025

A drive to the airport, a long plane ride, then straight to the beach!  Foreign exchange students travel across the globe, searching for a new way of education and some humid, beachy weather. Florida...

Sophomore Zara Valencia-Morales and Junior Maja Rothe take time during school to get some early studying done. They made sure not to procrastinate and finish their work before it was due.

Lessons with Leah: Back to school advice

Leah Spencer, Staff Reporter
September 9, 2025

If you share this struggle, here is some advice on common issues students have been facing during the start of school that have come in between them and a balanced agenda. Don’t be afraid to send...

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