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Citrus High school Alumni comes full circle
Written by Student Writer Purshia Allotey

Ones who were once Hurricanes now return to Citrus High School. It’s so common, in fact, that out of all Citrus County schools the return rate for alumni ranks among the highest.

The notable citrus high school staff has a considerable number of Alumni. At least 37 alumni are staffed at CHS what an amazing comeback, literally. CHS stands out in its ability to draw back former students. With a remarkable rate of alumni returning CHS has proven to be filled with academic excellence and community spirit. Citrus high school has been renowned for its commitment to foster strong connections between staff and student alike.

Citrus High School creates of camaraderie within its walls, which could prompt to its high return rate of...

However, that’s not all CHS has to offer within its staff. The testament to its high return rate symbolizes the dedication to the quality of what teachers provide for their students. We can credit CHS’s hard working staff to preparing students for success in their chosen fields by motivating and pushing Hurricanes throughout the curriculum.

Citrus High School fosters the highest alumni return rate in the county; it has had an unintentional effect. It has enriched the CHS community with its camaraderie, spirit, and quality of education.

CRHS Thespians Travel to Tampa
Written by Piper Orzvetz

On March 13 - 16, Crystal River High School’s District 12 Thespians Troupe 3793 traveled to Tampa for this year’s state convention held at the Tampa Convention Center and the Straz Theater.

Sixteen students from CRHS attended including sophomores Belle Bedee, Jewel Burnette, Abrianna Hart, Jeralyn Lay, Lydia Norris, myself and Melissa Weir; juniors Albert Hemann and Madison Webster; and seniors Melanie Bedee, Devon Hicks, Lucas Hollis, Jayden Johnson, Kayla Stevens, Rebecca Stewart and Jeanne Weir.
Students from CRHS who performed at this competition included Stewart and Lay with solo musical acts; and Belle Bedee and Norris, Hemann and Hicks, and Brunette and myself with duet acting pieces.

There are various workshops offered for people to participate in including choreography for different songs from musicals, singing classes, an aerial workshop with skills, and many more. Guest stars, such as broadway singer Jodie Langel, made appearances as well.

“It was such a fun experience and I’d totally do it again next year,” Burnette said. “The workshops were super cool, and there were so many people there!”
There are 15 districts in Florida and around 300 different troupes from school all across the state who participated.

Lecanto High School’s SGA Program is Named a Gold Council

Caption: Lecanto High School’s Student Government Association poses for their club group photo (Photo: Hollie Dutcher).

Harlan Riley Smith, Student Writer- Lecanto High School (LHS) has recently earned a remarkable accolade, solidifying its commitment to excellence in student leadership and civic engagement. The institution has been honored to be designated a Gold Council Student Government Association (SGA), a testament to its dedication to fostering student involvement, empowerment, and community impact.

The SGA plays a pivotal role in enhancing school spirit and promoting unity. It addresses the needs and interests of the student body through a diverse array of initiatives, programs, and events.

“I believe the yearly projects we have done since I took over are instrumental in helping us reach this status. The students at LHS work hard on Veteran’s projects, Elves for Kids, Reindeers for Residents, and Dragon Boat races in the community, and at school we do weekly campus clean up, have a spirit club, do a Kindness Week, and discuss with administration how we can help improve the culture of the school,” said Student Government Association Sponsor, Angela Rausch

The attainment of Gold Council status underscores Lecanto High School's unwavering dedication to cultivating a vibrant and inclusive campus culture where students are not only encouraged but empowered to actively participate in shaping their educational experience. Under the guidance of committed faculty advisors and the enthusiastic leadership of its student body, the school's SGA has emerged as a beacon of leadership, innovation, and service.

“Something that our amazing SGA program did for the community was "Thank You" letters for service members. We spent countless hours writing and crafting the perfect “Thank You” letters for our service members. All of SGA was later informed that the letters were much appreciated and made the service members' day. We take pride in doing things such as this for the community.  SGA is a Selfless service program, and this award only motivates us to work harder,” said sophomore, D’Angelo Robinson.

Under the dedicated leadership of its presidents, SGA has flourished, driving positive change and fostering a culture of engagement and empowerment among students. With a steadfast commitment to serving their peers and advocating for their interests, the presidents have spearheaded numerous initiatives aimed at enhancing school spirit, promoting inclusivity, and addressing important issues within the student body. Through their vision, passion, and tireless dedication, they have played a pivotal role in elevating the SGA to new heights, inspiring their fellow students to embrace their leadership potential and make a meaningful impact on their school community.

“Mrs. Rausch and the two presidents [Gabby Sanchez and William Gruff], they worked exceptionally hard for this. As our parliamentarian, I just helped out wherever they needed me. And if it wasn't for our combined effort, we wouldn't be given this award,” said Parliamentarian, Sebastian Cancel.

From organizing engaging pep rallies and spirited sporting events to spearheading philanthropic endeavors and community outreach projects, Lecanto High School's SGA consistently demonstrates its ability to effect positive change both within the school community and beyond.

“Our goal is to have a representation of each club and sport as part of SGA, each year we want to have more students from all facets of our school join SGA. This recognition might draw more attention to all that SGA does and get students or staff members interested in joining us and helping,” said Rausch.