Category: Humans of LP

Neely thrives in the Windy City

January 7, 2019

Filed under Academics, Community, Corporation, Humans of LP, Showcase

Former Slicer Heather Neely is taking big steps in advancing her future in Property Management, and her work ethic is leading to amazing opportunities. In the summer of 2018, Neely had just finished her second year of college and was looking for places to conduct an official internship. That’s whe...

Once a Slicer always a Slicer: Jonah Cedar Class of 2015

Cedric McCoy, Staff Writer

January 7, 2019

Filed under Arts, Community, Humans of LP, Showcase

“I am a person the believes that every part of your story is important…[for me], being a Slicer especially, [has been] the most important part [of my life] so far."

Once a Slicer always a Slicer: Sammi Cains – Class of 2007

Alex Kring, Staff Writer

December 30, 2018

Filed under Arts, Community, Humans of LP, Showcase, Uncategorized

Former Slicer Sammi Cains has been making a name in the film industry. Many Slicer graduates take journeys far and wide once leaving LPHS. For one in particular, she had found herself venturing to the Big Apple and the City of Angels, following and chasing her dreams. Having worked for Paramou...

Once a Slicer, always a Slicer: Stephanie Kuzydym Class of 2008

Alyssa Foster, Editor

December 25, 2018

Filed under Humans of LP, Showcase

Being from a small town can make it seem near impossible to make a name for oneself. Stephanie Kuzydym, though, is working hard to not only make a name for herself, but for Slicers as well. Kuzydym graduated from LaPorte High School in 2008 and continued her education at Indiana University Bloomington....

Once a Slicer, Always a Slicer: James Williams Class of 1997

Aidan Ross, Staff Writer

December 21, 2018

Filed under Humans of LP, Showcase, Sports

As a former Slicer, James Williams is now serving his community well on the big stage as an NBA referee. Originally, Williams didn’t plan on keeping players like LeBron James and Kobe Bryant in line. At both LaPorte High School and Purdue University, he graduated in the top of his class and originall...

Storytime with Lin

Cedric McCoy, Staff Writer

December 21, 2018

Filed under Academics, Clubs, Community, Humans of LP, Showcase

Often times, one’s senior year will either cut down on activities and workload in order to have a less stressful end to the high school experience. However, not all students choose this approach. A standout example of a Slicer student going above and beyond during her senior year is Tiffany Lin. ...

Once a Slicer, Always a Slicer: Sarah Baker Class of 2001

Payton Neely, Staff Writer

December 20, 2018

Filed under Community, Corporation, Humans of LP, Showcase

The Slicer Family is diverse and wide reaching- and one former graduate is leaving her mark in the business world. Sarah Baker is the founder and managing partner of NextHill Capital Partners. This is a Chicago-based, private equity firm that invests in lower middle-market businesses with a defensible ...

Once a Slicer, Always a Slicer: Vinay Prasad Class of 2001

Alli Glen, Staff Writer

December 20, 2018

Filed under Academics, Community, Corporation, Humans of LP, Most Viewed Stories, Showcase

Being a Slicer isn’t just about attending La Porte High School. It can mean a million different things to a million different people. Most students who walk out of LPHS leave with an overflowing amount of pride for the school, community, and all of the people who have impacted their lives in some wa...

Boston Builder’s Club

Emily Conrad, Staff Writer

December 20, 2018

Filed under Boston, Clubs, Community, Humans of LP, Showcase

Boston Builder’s Club has been making a difference throughout the community with its community service with a smile. Builder's Club was first introduced to Boston in 2017. The club is a middle school spin off of the Kiwanis Organization, which focuses on giving back through service. Holly Welsh, seventh...

Sincere Señora

Alli Glen, Staff Writer

December 20, 2018

Filed under Academics, Community, Corporation, Humans of LP, Showcase

A newer face in the foreign language department has been nothing but a stand out since the day she stepped back into the building she walked through as a student. Señora Henderson has a big heart and focuses on making her students feel like they matter. Throughout high school, Spanish was always a cla...