“I’m a hard worker,” Bucko said. Key Club Advisor Danielle Holsapple agrees, “There aren’t many things [Evan] hasn’t done... He’s always the very first person to sign up for anything,”...

For the entirety of my youth I have heard the words, “head-heart-hands-health,” the slogan of 4-H. 4-H is a national nonprofit organization based in agriculture. The program focuses on youth involvement...

Born and raised in East Lyme, custodian Frank Burdick has been working throughout the East Lyme district since the 2000s. He is one of the custodians that helps make the commons once again a place where...

Will Dumond made it his mission to leave ELHS knowing that the marching band received the attention it deserves after a long history of achievements by getting a trophy case to display their awards...

Viking Saga(VS): How did you first become interested in psychology? Lillian Parmelee(LP): “I was always fascinated by how the mind works and why some students learn better than others. What makes...

Growing up locally and having graduated from ELHS in 2005, new school counselor David Willis finds himself returning to his roots. In the days of the 2000s Mr. Willis walked these same halls. His wired...

150 students out of 150,000. Of the 0.1% of people nationwide who are chosen to become a renowned Coca-Cola Scholar and recipient of $20,000, senior Avni Kabra was nationally recognized for her dedication...

Blood Drive. Graduation. Dances. And yes, of course there are still fundraisers, class trips, and prom. While the final product of most of these memorable high school activities seem smooth and simple,...

Divorce takes a toll on both parents and children. While separation may be best for the parents, it’s important to support and understand the child’s perception of such a great change. When you...

Typically, integration between the EL schools is rare to see. However, Feb. 9 marked something different as members of the ELHS Cultural Awareness Club visited ELMS to present issues of microaggressions...

You turn 16, spend hundreds of dollars, take the painful safety classes, and now it’s finally time to get your license. Friends have been calling shotgun in your car for months, assuring you it’s...

With a strong passion for helping people, Sheryl Shyloski has found the perfect job for herself as ELHS’s new psychologist. “My understanding is they are looking to increase mental health support...For...