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On Dec. 6, PLD Lamplighter held an education roundtable at Dunbar. Attendees included Dr. Demetrus Liggins, Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman, and teachers and students. Gov. Beshear showed a photo of the event during his Facebook Live address concerning his 2022 budget.
Public Education Receives Historic Investment in Governor’s Budget
On Dec. 6, PLD Lamplighter hosted an education rountable at Dunbar High School. Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman, AFT President Randi Weingarten, Dr. Demetrus Liggins and a panel of teachers and students discussed teacher burnout.
Why Teachers are Leaving and Why it Matters
The return to in-person instruction has left many students feeling isolated and detached from school.
School Fights and Threats of Violence a Cause for Concern
Kentucky Strong: How To Help Western KY
Kentucky Strong: How To Help Western KY
A recent study shows that the human brain has been changed by the pandemic--whether or not the person was infected with the virus. Just living through the stress has had an impact on everyone.
How “Pandemic Brain” is Affecting All of Us
The world languages department at PLD includes Spanish, German and French courses at a variety of levels.
The Benefits of Being Bilingual
Students in the Parenting class were given infant simulator dolls to care for as part of a class project.
Not Ready to Be a Parent
Mrs. Wendy Turner was named Kentucky High School Journalism Teacher of the Year in 2014.
The Lady Behind Lamplighter
A screenshot from Elden Rings game play showcase. This shot displays a stealth section.
The Hype on Elden Ring
Iced sugar cookies with sprinkles.
Happy Little Baking Accidents
After West Side Story premiered in September of 1957, it has been revived three times on Broadway.
Spielberg’s West Side Story is a Masterpiece
STLPs Toy Drive for Childrens Hospital
STLP’s Toy Drive for Children’s Hospital
The normally crowded study hall during first block had a large number of absences on Jan. 14, a day when the school attendance was only at 78%z
Historic Teacher, Student Absences in January
The stretch of Man o War between Lyon Drive and Old Cave Hill is particularly treacherous in the winter.
Student Car Accidents Continue on Man o’ War
The winter break allows the school halls to recover after a continuous effort to create chaos.
To Those Who Choose Fear
Black cats have long been abused due to superstitions surrounding them.
The Vulnerability of Black Cats
WPLD Dec. 8 Broadcast
WPLD Dec. 8 Broadcast
WPLD Dec. 1 Broadcast
WPLD Dec. 1 Broadcast
WPLD Nov. 17 Broadcast
WPLD Nov. 17 Broadcast
WPLD Nov. 10 Broadcast
WPLD Nov. 10 Broadcast
Illuminating the News for the Students by the Students

Lamplighter Media Productions
Illuminating the News for the Students by the Students

Lamplighter Media Productions
A screenshot from Elden Rings game play showcase. This shot displays a stealth section.
The Hype on Elden Ring
Sully Morgan • January 25, 2022
Features
A recent study shows that the human brain has been changed by the pandemic--whether or not the person was infected with the virus. Just living through the stress has had an impact on everyone.
How "Pandemic Brain" is Affecting All of Us
Trinity Kays, Staff Reporter • December 16, 2021

For decades scientists have explored the impact that isolation has on the human brain. Typically, findings...

The world languages department at PLD includes Spanish, German and French courses at a variety of levels.
The Benefits of Being Bilingual
December 10, 2021
Students in the Parenting class were given infant simulator dolls to care for as part of a class project.
Not Ready to Be a Parent
December 8, 2021
Mrs. Wendy Turner was named Kentucky High School Journalism Teacher of the Year in 2014.
The Lady Behind Lamplighter
December 1, 2021
A&E
A screenshot from Elden Rings game play showcase. This shot displays a stealth section.
The Hype on Elden Ring
Sully Morgan • January 25, 2022

On Feb. 25 a game collaboration between the writer of Game of Thrones, George R.R. Martin, and the director...

Iced sugar cookies with sprinkles.
Happy Little Baking Accidents
December 23, 2021
After West Side Story premiered in September of 1957, it has been revived three times on Broadway.
Spielberg's West Side Story is a Masterpiece
December 16, 2021
STLPs Toy Drive for Childrens Hospital
STLP's Toy Drive for Children's Hospital
December 15, 2021
On Dec. 6, PLD Lamplighter held an education roundtable at Dunbar. Attendees included Dr. Demetrus Liggins, Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman, and teachers and students. Gov. Beshear showed a photo of the event during his Facebook Live address concerning his 2022 budget.
Public Education Receives Historic Investment in Governor's Budget
Logan Justice, Editor-in-Chief • January 11, 2022
On Dec. 6, PLD Lamplighter hosted an education rountable at Dunbar High School. Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman, AFT President Randi Weingarten, Dr. Demetrus Liggins and a panel of teachers and students discussed teacher burnout.
Why Teachers are Leaving and Why it Matters
Logan Justice, Ella Williams, and Victoria Bravo • January 4, 2022
Sports
After Frederick Douglas committed a foul, Lionel Kumwimba makes a free throw for Dunbar.
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Trinity Kays and Abigail Fiero • January 20, 2022

Dawning their green and white uniforms, the Dawgs stepped onto the court on Jan. 19 ready to face off...

Brown Catches Fire, Bulldogs Lose
Brown Catches Fire, Bulldogs Lose
January 14, 2022
swim 1/12
Dunbar Swim Team Sails Past Woodford
January 13, 2022
Attempting to get a point, Amber Brandon aims for the basket.
PLD Girls' Basketball Takes Down Great Crossing
December 7, 2021
Opinion
The normally crowded study hall during first block had a large number of absences on Jan. 14, a day when the school attendance was only at 78%z
Historic Teacher, Student Absences in January
Elizabeth Hunter and Madeleine Kiluba • January 14, 2022

This morning started like any other, I walked into my study hall and sat down to begin my school day....

The stretch of Man o War between Lyon Drive and Old Cave Hill is particularly treacherous in the winter.
Student Car Accidents Continue on Man o' War
January 11, 2022
The winter break allows the school halls to recover after a continuous effort to create chaos.
To Those Who Choose Fear
December 18, 2021
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WPLD Dec. 8 Broadcast
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Why Teachers are Leaving and Why it Matters
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Illuminating the News for the Students by the Students
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