Lion Ledger Newspaper Joins Press Assoc.
written by LLS • January 29, 2010 • Leave a Comment
The Lion Ledger, the online student newspaper of St. Leo the Great, is now a member of the National Elementary Schools Press Association (NESPA)– an organization of elementary and middle schools around the nation which run student newspapers. One of NESPA’s goals is a commitment to improve... [Read more]
Student Council Fundraiser Brings in $1,350 for Haiti
written by S.B. • January 29, 2010 • Leave a Comment
On Wednesday, the student council of St. Leo the Great held a $5 Jeans Day to support the earthquake victims in Haiti. This day consisted of the students being able to wear free dress by donating five dollars. Everyone in 8th grade brought money to support the cause. Almost all the students in school... [Read more]
Christian Rock Artist Inspires Students
written by E.R. • December 4, 2009 • Leave a Comment
Students at St. Leo the Great had a special assembly today where they were entertained and taught some lessons about the Christian faith by world-renowned music artist Jesse Manibusan. The assembly was attended by grades K-8th and lasted just over an hour. Mr. Manibusan was accompanied by his cousin... [Read more]
Former Editor Recipient of Journalism Award
written by LLS • October 13, 2009 • Leave a Comment
Class of 2009 graduate Semhal Gessesse — former editor-in-chief of The Lion Ledger — is one of two recipients of the USAA National Journalism Award this year. The USAA, or the United States Achievement Academy, is a scholarship foundation that recognizes students across America for their... [Read more]
Choir Helps Oakland Police Remember Fallen
written by A.G. • May 26, 2009 • Leave a Comment
Yesterday was Memorial Day, a day when we remember people in the military who died serving our country. Earlier this month, it was a day of remembrance for another group of people who died serving our country– our police officers. Wednesday, May 6th was no ordinary day for the City of Oakland.... [Read more]
8th Grade Off to D.C. to Tour Nation’s Capital
written by LLS • April 27, 2009 • Leave a Comment
The Class of 2009 left for Washington, D.C. early this morning, for the 8th grade’s annual trip to the nation’s capital. For the last 17 years, this tradition has continued, started by principal Mrs. Simril when she was 8th grade teacher (along with another teacher at the time). The students... [Read more]
2009 Yearbook to Go on Sale this Thursday
written by LLS • April 27, 2009 • Leave a Comment
The 2009 edition of St. Leo the Great’s yearbook will be going on sale this Thursday, April 30th. The yearbook will be a special edition in honor of the school’s 60th anniversary and will sport special features that can’t even be revealed yet! Look out for the sales flyer in Thursday’s... [Read more]
Lion Ledger’s ‘Printing Presses’ Rolling Again
written by LLS • April 27, 2009 • Leave a Comment
Alright St. Leo’s news junkies (if you know what that means). We know you’ve been asking about the newspaper and when you’ll see more news, so here it is. With the yearbook work over–since some of our staff members are also on the yearbook–now we can go back to focusing... [Read more]
Class of 2009 Polled on High School Choice
written by LLS • January 30, 2009 • Leave a Comment
Earlier this month, the 8th grade class took the HSPT exam, or the High School Placement Test at the school of their choice. This week, the Lion Ledger surveyed the 8th grade class on which high school they were planning to attend next year. High schools in the Oakland Diocese were the only ones listed... [Read more]
St. Leo’s Makes Obama Inauguration its Own
written by A.G. • January 27, 2009 • 1 Comment
January 20, 2009 was no ordinary school day for the students of St. Leo the Great! It was Inauguration Day– the day President Barack Obama was sworn in, and this did not go unrecognized at school. A very special day was planned for the students, parents, and staff. Everyone came to school dressed... [Read more]
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