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  • Homecoming 2009: Homecoming Week showcases Irish Pride

    Thursday, November 05, 2009 By: Bridget Rogers

    The 2009 Spirit Week, Homecoming Pep Rally, game and dance combined for a fun Homecoming experience for students.Spirit Week began on Oct. 19 and gave people an opportunity to show their Irish pride.

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  • In Lucky's Loop

    Thursday, November 05, 2009 By: Nicole Foerstner

    Mu Alpha Theta places in competitionThe Mu Alpha Theta team attended the St. Paul’s math competition in Covington on Sept. 26. Honorable Mentions were awarded to senior Se Jeong Yoon in Advanced Math

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  • Culinary arts’ renovated kitchen sets high standards

    Thursday, November 05, 2009 By: Jessica Parker

    The culinary arts program’s new $500,000 state-of-the-art kitchen will officially open in November after over two years of planning and construction.The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) received

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  • Red light cameras generate millions in revenue

    Thursday, November 05, 2009 By: Emily Frame

    The Redflex red light camera system adopted by Jefferson Parish in 2007 has documented over 500,000 violations. However, some students remain unsure of how the system works.The cameras, installed at 1

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  • Pre-college programs offers students valued experiences in areas of interest

    Thursday, November 05, 2009 By: Emily Chaplain and Alex Foerstner

    Every year, hundreds of ambitious high school students attend pre-college programs at top colleges they are interested in.Most summer pre-college programs are one to six weeks and immerse high school

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  • TOMS, (RED) give back to those in need

    Thursday, November 05, 2009 By: Jessica Parker

    Since 2006, TOMS Shoes and Product (RED) have continually raised funds or shoes to give back to people in need.Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS Shoes, also known as “tomorrow’s shoes,” has given away o

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  • Limited lunch options upset students

    Thursday, November 05, 2009 By: Nicole Foerstner

    Eating restrictions due to religious practices may pose health problems to students during lunch.As lunch time comes around, the cafeteria prepares a menu that includes cheese and pepperoni pizza, bur

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  • Students argue decline of school spirit, involvement

    Thursday, November 05, 2009 By: Danielle Crais

    School spirit is a defining element of Grace King, from our athletics to our pep rallies and student body.At King, there are over thirty clubs and sports available to the student body. Most athletes a

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  • Lady Irish dominate district, qualify for state

    Tuesday, November 03, 2009 By: Faye Carmouche

    Following their game against East Jefferson on Oct. 21, the Lady Irish volleyball team holds an overall record of 11-10 and 5-2 in district, placing the team second in district.The Lady Irish captain,

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  • Swim Team makes splash at District

    Tuesday, November 03, 2009 By: Olivia Normand

    The Fighting Irish Swim Team focused on improving times and technique to place in Cluster Meets and District this season. The Distict meet was held at the University of New Orleans’ pool on Oct. 22. T

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Irish Eyes Grace King High School Metairie, LA
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At-a-glance

The 2009 Spirit Week, Homecoming Pep Rally, game and dance combined for a fun Homecoming experience for students.Spirit Week began on Oct. 19 and gave people an opportunity to show their Irish pride.
full story 
Mu Alpha Theta places in competitionThe Mu Alpha Theta team attended the St. Paul’s math competition in Covington on Sept. 26. Honorable Mentions were awarded to senior Se Jeong Yoon in Advanced Math
full story 
Filipino teachers allege unfair treatment from recruiter: Universal Placement International facing criminal charges of exploitation
The recruitment process of more than 200 Filipino teachers for the state-run Recovery School District in New Orleans, Jefferson Parish and East Baton Rouge Parish has led to concerns of exploitation.T
full story 
The culinary arts program’s new $500,000 state-of-the-art kitchen will officially open in November after over two years of planning and construction.The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) received
full story 
The Redflex red light camera system adopted by Jefferson Parish in 2007 has documented over 500,000 violations. However, some students remain unsure of how the system works.The cameras, installed at 1
full story 
Every year, hundreds of ambitious high school students attend pre-college programs at top colleges they are interested in.Most summer pre-college programs are one to six weeks and immerse high school
full story 
Since 2006, TOMS Shoes and Product (RED) have continually raised funds or shoes to give back to people in need.Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS Shoes, also known as “tomorrow’s shoes,” has given away o
full story 
Eating restrictions due to religious practices may pose health problems to students during lunch.As lunch time comes around, the cafeteria prepares a menu that includes cheese and pepperoni pizza, bur
full story 
School spirit is a defining element of Grace King, from our athletics to our pep rallies and student body.At King, there are over thirty clubs and sports available to the student body. Most athletes a
full story 
While females still face struggles due to their gender, women have come a long way in equality with men.Women did not receive the right to vote until the 19th amendment was ratified in 1920. The Equal
full story 
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