The student-run news site of Lawrence Free State High School

Free Press Online

The student-run news site of Lawrence Free State High School

Free Press Online

The student-run news site of Lawrence Free State High School

Free Press Online

photo by vectorportal

Students Describe Life as Children of Local Politicians

hannah reussner, reporter October 10, 2012

With all the attention on Mitt Romney and Barack Obama for president in Washington, D.C, we often overlook our own local political celebrities right here in Lawrence. Much like Obama’s kids, Sasha and...

Diverse Religions Coexist

Diverse Religions Coexist

kimberly messineo and hannah reussner, reporter September 13, 2012

“My religion is why I am who I am,” sophomore Anna Hansen said. “It gives me guidelines on how to live my life.” Hansen is Mormon, a religion that believes the Godhead is three separate beings,...

Keeping healthy in flu season

ciara sayler, reporter January 20, 2012

With flu season finally here, many people are coming down with the horrible symptoms that are common this time of year. No matter what,  everyone is going to come in contact with some kind of germs....

Exchange students from Eutin, Germany

From Eutin, Germany to Lawrence, Kansas

hannah moran and sarah rohrschneider, Reporters October 6, 2011

“Your school here is like a second home,” Mattis Mock said. “To us, school is more like a nasty thing we have to do and we are very happy when it’s over.” About four thousand seven hundred...

Tuning In

Caitlin Laird Caitlin Lairds taste in music may not be the same as many teenagers. Her favorite music ranges anywhere from classic rock to popular music. Her favorite artist is John Denver and she got...

Winter Sports Preview

amani safadi November 12, 2010

The spreading cold of the winter season isn’t stopping winter sports from heating up. Memories of disappointing seasons past and hopes for a chance to reach state-level drive our athletes to improve....

Students Excel on PSAT

kim carter and kim carter November 9, 2010

Everyone knows that Free State has its fair share of unique and smart students. From the debate team to the sports teams, the fine arts to the diverse clubs, the school is full of gifted kids....

Technology Takeover

amani safadi October 15, 2010

When students dive onto the computer they usually know what they want to do. Usually it’s entertainment, but more and more teachers are starting to ask their students to sign on for school. Although...

Same Club But a Different Name

amani safadi September 21, 2010

Can We Talk means more to its members than clubs usually do. It provides a venue for students to de-stress and discuss important issues. For many students this club might not sound familiar because last...

Open Lunch No More?

Kim C September 21, 2010

The school day is long, we all know it. By the time fourth hour rolls around, the thirty minutes of lunch are our savior. Having the ability to leave the school to run home and eat or grab something we...

No More Nasty

amani safadi April 27, 2010

Aside from the exceptional academic, musical, athletic and theatrical success, this is a high school and there are inevitably some pretty disgusting things that go on in a building full of teenagers. Though...

Budget Breakdown

miranda davis and amani safadi April 2, 2010

The student body and faculty can all agree that this year has not been easy. You can see the stress of the budget situation reflected in teachers faces. Most everyone has had to make sacrifices, and do...

Load More Stories

Comments (0)

All Free Press Online Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest