Countdown to Summer

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reflect on their time in high school and future plans

Check out where LHS students are vacationing this summer

Take a closer look at the next generation

Editor’s Note

Hello Flyers! The Pilot staff invites you to close out the year with us as we talk about final exams, summer jobs, vacation plans and the next generation. Stick around to check out some recommendations on places to visit around St. Louis and join us as we reminince with the graduating class of 2024. Finally, sit back and relax and take a fun quiz to find out what color palette suits you!

- Elizabeth Cleary, Editor-in-Chief

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Pilot 2023-24 Staff

Lindsey Pham (11), Lavia Raof (11), Skyler Daubendiek (12), Elliot Lentz (11), Elizabeth Cleary (11), Meadow Roy (11), Gavin Berry (10)

Study for Finals, Study for Success!

As the end of the year approaches, final exams are on the horizon for LHS students. For some, a good grade on a final exam could be the difference between passing or failing a class. In order to ensure academic success, students employ various study techniques in order to prepare for the day of the test.

“I find repetition the most helpful, study guides and worksheets are always welcome,” said.

Sarah Saunders Lindbergh, recommends retrieval practice, a method of studying that is based in recalling various concepts by way of repetition and memorization.

“The process of retrieval is often overlooked when we study, so practicing that skill may help us when it comes time to retrieve it for the final exam. When it comes to quizzing yourself, be sure to include visual imagery or other mnemonics to help to deepen the understanding of what you are learning,” Saunders said.

How LHS Students Study:

While many students opt to use physical flashcards, websites such as Quizlet allow students to make digital flashcards and study in unique ways.

“I strongly advise the strategies ‘active recall’ and ‘space repetition.’ I like to actively recall by going through my Quizlet set and playing Blooket. Give yourself enough time to digest the information, last minute results in brief memorization,”

methods of study, Lindbergh provides students with various resources to aid them in their final exam preparation.

“I love the study groups various clubs put together, they can be very helpful when worrying about finals,” Struckhoff said.

Final exams are also important beyond just achieving a good grade. Saunders explains why studying is beneficial and impactful long-term.

“Final exams are often a great way to strengthen your long-term knowledge or understanding of something. By revisiting topics from earlier in the semester, you are strengthening those particular neural pathways… While, in the moment, we may not fully understand the need for geometry proofs or literary interpretations, in the future, we will use those particular neural pathways shaped by those skills,” Saunders said.

Finally, as students prepare for that last academic push before summer, Ellie Bakai (10) offers some advice to fellow students.

“Try not to stress out. Taking a few breaks will help calm you down and relax your brain. Also, try to focus on stuff you don’t know more than stuff you do know,” Bakai said.

Marissa Alonzo (11) and Maddy Boyd (11) study for upcoming finals.

Hunting for a J b

Students’ thoughts and strategies to securing a summer job

Gavin Berry Staff - Writer

As the summer season approaches, for many high school students, now is the perfect time to start thinking about finding a summer job. Students are looking for jobs that will help them gain more work experience, earn some extra money and fill their free time.

However, in today’s society, the job market can often be highly competitive, making it a challenge for high schoolers to secure a summer job. Many employers start hiring for summer positions in the spring, making the ideal moment to start applying, gone.

“If you start applying too late, there will be zero openings, and you probably won’t find a job you like,” Owen Seher (12) said.

To increase one’s chances of finding a summer job, it’s important to start the search for a summer job near the beginning of March. This can be done via reaching out to local businesses in the area, looking online for job postings or asking a school counselor.

“A lot of places say they’re hiring, but they don’t follow up,” Elsa Sears (11) said.

From recent surveys sent out, students have reported facing several challenges in having and applying for jobs. Some of the common problems they encounter include a difficulty in getting time off from work, as most places require 24/7 availability, managing their work hours and receiving a timely response from their employers on applications. These issues often discourage students, making it essential to find a job that fits their comfort level.

“I’ve learned how to handle the responsibilities given to me. It can be challenging but it’s a good learning experience,” Anna Struckhoff (12) said.

Securing a summer job not only offers a great opportunity to earn some extra cash, but it can also be a valuable learning experience to gain important skills for future careers. In a schoolwide form sent out to LHS students, students reported that they’ve developed socialization skills, time management, learned how to balance their work life schedule, teamwork and more. By taking on a summer job, students said they felt they are able to develop a strong work ethic and learn how to communicate effectively with both fellow employees and customers. Furthermore, a summer job is able to help many students become qualified candidates in the job market when applying for jobs in the future.

“It’s great to have a summer job since it allows you to be able to pay for things such as fun activities during the summer,” Robert Albert (9).

Survey Results of Students in the Process of Finding a Summer Job

Summer Travel Tips & Activities

Sharing the excitement of summer activities

Skyler Daubendiek Staff Writer

With the 2024 school year coming to an end, most students are getting ready for a fun summer break. It is well known that summer is a popular time to travel. According to a survey sent out to Lindbergh students, 31 of 33 people will be traveling during their summer vacations. Among the respondents, there were a couple of particularly popular answers regarding where people planned to travel. They were France and Florida. Considering that LHS is hosting a trip to France this summer for

students who study French, it makes sense that there would be quite a few students taking advantage of this opportunity.

“We will tour Paris for about two days then take a train to Nice, France where we will meet a tour guide and get to walk around the city,” said Morgan Rice (11).

Despite the fact that those surveyed are going to over 28 different places, the activities they are participating in are actually very similar. The most popular activ-

ities while on vacation included swimming or beach activities, spending time with family and friends and touring landmarks.

“I will visit some famous places in Vietnam, have a picnic with my friends and go to the beach,” said Thi Le (12).

While traveling can be a truly wonderful experience, it does require a lot of preparation to do so comfortably and safely. That being said, in the survey posted, students offered their best pieces of advice for traveling. The first challenge, and one of the hardest things to get right when going on a trip, is making sure that everything needed is packed. It can be difficult

Pensacola, Florida

Paris, France

to distinguish between what is necessary and what is excessive when trying to put together a suitcase.

“Use a checklist whenever you pack and unpack. When you pack again to go back home, use the checklist so you know for sure you have everything and don’t leave anything behind,” said Mary-Destiny Russel (9). Another challenge is surviving the traveling period. While a phone can provide plenty of entertainment, if there is no cellular service or show to watch, the device will not work quite as originally planned.

“If you are traveling, bring games with you to play while traveling. Last summer my family drove down to Florida and we played car games as we were traveling down and they were a lot of fun and passed time quickly,” said Madison Harris (11).

tivities beforehand is the best way to deal with this issue.

“Plan some fun activities so you’re not just wandering about. Get out of your comfort zone. Traveling somewhere and doing the same things you can do at home isn’t fun,” said Anna Struckhoff (12).

The biggest takeaway is to prepare. No matter where or what is planned for this summer, make sure everything is packed properly, the entertainment for travel is prepared and that there are appropriate plans made for arrival at the destination. Remember to have fun, but always stay safe while doing so.

“Have a good summer and make the best of everything you’ve got,” said Mackenzie Shay (10).

Finally, arriving at a location and having a plan for what to do is always preferred over not having done so. If there are tourist attractions and they require tickets to be purchased ahead of time, there would be no way to participate without first planning ahead. A lot of the time, preparing the necessities for the ac-

The Future is in Their Hands

The effects of technology on Generation Alpha’s education

Elliot Lentz

As each August rolls around, students move up a grade. While students at LHS may be advancing through high school, it is important to look at how the next generation, Generation Alpha, is adapting to their schooling and what differences may need to be made to ensure that they are learning efficiently.

“These children are unlike any generation before them, which may be said of all generations; however, it is indisputable that the children of Gen Alpha have access to more information and connectivity at an earlier age than any other generation, and we need to consider that as we educate them,” wrote Jessica Kato of EdSurge.

Generation Alpha is made up of children born between 2010 and 2025. With 2010, ironically, being the year the iPad was released. With over half of Gen Alpha owning one, it’s no wonder why this generation is often referred to as ‘iPad kids.’ They were born into a world of widespread, advanced technology, with screens immediately at their fingertips and everywhere they turn.

“This newest generation is part of an unintentional global experiment where screens are placed in front of them from the youngest age as pacifiers, entertainers and educational aids. This great screen age in which we are all living has bigger impacts on the generation exposed to such screen saturation during their formative years,” wrote author Mark McCrindle who is credited with coining the term ‘Generation Alpha.’

Growing up with screens at home along with the emerging use of technology in schools has been linked to a depleted attention span in Gen Alpha. This is expected as the same effect can be seen in Gen Z, whose average attention span is just a mere eight seconds.

“Attention spans might have dismissed a bit because of the idea that if they have a question, they can immediately find an answer instead of having to wait or have to put more concerted effort into something. They’ve been conditioned to just quickly get the information,” said Psychology teacher Sarah Saunders.

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Decreased attention spans are not the only factor concerning educators. As many of these children’s interactions take place online instead of in person, their ability to communicate sufficiently in social situations has depleted as well.

“Part of it is emotional regulation; kids’ ability to manage their emotions and have an awareness of their own emotional state, and what they need to do to successfully navigate that. There’s research about the more time kids spend on screens, the less sufficient they are at even reading other people’s facial expressions and I think that has implications for kids ability to effectively handle social situations because they’re not as good at reading the signals, “ said Rachel Kleinberg, another Psychology teacher at LHS.

Much of Gen Alpha was just starting to fully adjust to school when the COVID-19 pandemic started. Their earlier years of education were spent at home, on laptops, only being able to interact with their peers and teachers virtually. While this did cause

a social gap, it taught skills to Gen Alpha that could be useful later on.

“For Generation Alpha, a generation that was already impacted and shaped by technology, COVID-19 has further entrenched digital into their lives, while also highlighting the importance of the tactile. Generation Alpha will be used to using Zoom and engaging in a virtual world as a result of COVID-19. We may also see them pushing to engage with and use technology in more creative ways as a result, “ wrote Ashley Fell of McCrindle Research.

Due to Gen Alpha’s technology-driven upbringing in both their personal and school lives, the fear that these young students may lose engagement in school and no longer hold value for teachers has emerged. The advancement of technology and the rising popularity of AI have become tough competitors that teachers must take into account when crafting lessons.

“Some AI designers are discussing ways to teach common sense to artificial intelligence, giving it even greater social abilities to replace teachers in the classroom…,” wrote The International Evaluation Agency for Higher Education (EEA). “Robots taking over teaching in classrooms is only achievable if teaching itself is viewed as a mean of content delivery, a mere mechanical process. On the other hand, if we choose to continue nurturing learning and interaction, teachers will still be needed to shape young minds.”

To keep Gen Alpha students interested in learning and encouraged to participate, some teachers have started to shift away from traditional ways of delivering content, offering a more hands-on approach.

“I have seen some teachers trying to use something called gamification where they try to turn things into competitive fun or more quick pace, like ‘go on a scavenger hunt’ or ‘figure these puzzles out.’ There’s another layer to it besides just getting the content delivered to them,” said Saunders.

Despite the fear that Gen Alpha is losing interest in schooling, teachers still see a strong sense of curiosity in these young students which should be

“When it comes to traditional classrooms, the typical style of engaging with students or getting kids to follow a traditional pattern of learning isn’t necessarily going to fit that Gen Alpha mindset,” said Saunders. “They have a wider range of diverse ideas and concepts and beliefs at their fingertips…Because of that, it’s opening up this curious mindset and there’s a lot more questioning going on.”

While this switch from traditional education may appear sudden or unnecessary at first, statistics from Exploding Topics shows that 65% of Gen Alpha will work in jobs that don’t even exist today. A new, revamped teaching style would better prepare this generation when navigating higher education and employment.

“By the time Generation Alpha reaches the job market, a bachelor’s in business administration will be as unique as having an Instagram account. Generation Alpha will spend more years learning than any generation before as technology will move even faster. All-purpose diplomas that were very popular with the millennials will have a zero-face-value on the job market,” wrote the EEA.

No one knows exactly how Gen Alpha will grow up to live their lives or even how their high school experience will go, but it’s clear they are the start of a shift to something new and it is imperative that education is ready to shift with them.

“As Gen Alpha comes up, there may be more individuals who are more inclined to come up with more individualized learning. It could be almost a shift or change in this traditional education system seen under the Gen Alpha rein as they move up and also the generation after them that comes up,” said Saunders. “There’s going to be a lot of changes happening.”

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Destination Discovery

Lindsey Pham & Lavia Raof | Graphic Editors

West County Mall

Good place to shop, with tons of variety. Nice place to hang around with friends and even meet new people, plus, there is a food court so you don’t have to drive anywhere else if you’re hungry. However, if you go often, it can get repetitive and a bit boring to go to the same stores over and over again. Although window shopping is nice, costs can rise up pretty quickly considering how easy it is to spend money here.

Whisker Station

Okay, if you’re a cat person, this is for you. In the nook of downtown Kirkwood lies Whisker Station. A cute, cozy cafe where you can order pastries, snacks, and drinks while interacting with the fluffiest friends. Whisker station is a great place to visit for many types of occasions such as hanging out with friends, for a date, or as a stress reliever! I met the friendliest staff ever here and it is easy to see how much the staff cares for the cats. The drinks were the usual and the snacks were comforting. The cats share a wide range of personalities and getting to know each one of them is truly a blessing. Need to visit again!

Oftentimes, this place offers special drinks and beverages that are only available for a limited time– which adds even more options and reason to go. If you go to the location on Delmar, a variety of shops and restaurants surround the boulevard– making the whole trip worth it.

Sunset Hills Plaza

This plaza is a classic, especially for Lindbergh. This plaza has a strange, but amusing, range of shops and food locations. You have Marshalls, Party City and Five Below all right next to each other, but right across

Washington University - Kemper Art Museum

Depending on which exhibit you visit, you can gaze at different forms and mediums of art to your heart’s content! Of course, going to the museum is more or less a quiet activity– still, going with friends, as I did, makes the experience even more worthwhile. I get that looking at sculptures and paintings for hours straight is not everyone’s cup of tea, but I implore anyone with even a bit of interest in art to come visit Kemper and see all

THE BAO STL

W Karaoke

Every time I visit here it is an unforgettable musical experience. In the Loop, this karaoke hotspot is a classic gathering spot for friends, family, birthdays and any other type of celebration. After celebrating here for my birthday I can say, their sleek, modern decor was an eye catcher. The song list is very versatile, where you can look up any video on youtube. W Karaoke offers an

Grants View Library

My go to spot for studying. The library’s calm reading areas with flexible seating and ample natural light provide the perfect place for diving into a novel or just catching up on work. My favorite thing about it is the silent group rooms, making it easy to focus by yourself or work on a group project all togeth-

Photo courtesy: W Karaoke

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Senior Wrap-Up

Seniors reflect on their time in high school

Meadow Roy

Staff Writer

As the end of the school year approaches, Lindbergh seniors reflect on their high school experience and what the future has in store for them. Senior student Journey Mohn tells us about some of the challenges that she has faced during her time in high school.

“I tend to procrastinate a lot, having freshman year online didn’t help, so I had to learn throughout my sophomore and junior years how to balance my school life and other activities and how to manage my time in order to get everything done,” Mohn said. Although there have been obstacles that students have had to overcome, they have also made many good memories during their time here at Lindbergh.

“I think my senior experience has been a blast, it was definitely my favorite year of high school. It is hard to pick one memory but football games and the powder puff game were big highlights for me,” Jessica Leon (12) said.

Senior Advice

“Don’t let your grades make you think you’re any less smart than you really are and don’t worry about what everyone else is doing.” Jacob Gustafson (12)

“Don’t procrastinate and always ask for help.” Alex McDowell (12)

“If you’re struggling with anything, don’t stay quiet about it, instead ask for help. Teachers don’t judge.” Mejra Mujanovic (12)

“I would say to try and keep up with your schoolwork, you might think your GPA doesn’t matter as much, especially as a freshman, but it can come back to haunt you later if you do not do well.” Jessica Leon (12)

“Join the Early College program. Work hard, don’t procrastinate your work, remain confident in your answers and if you’re wrong don’t be afraid to learn why or how you’re wrong.” Emily Heaton (12)

While reflecting on your high school experiences is enjoyable, it is also important to look toward the future as well.

Mohn discussed her plans after high school. “I will be attending Cedarville University with a Violin Performance Major and French and Political Science minors. I also intend to get my Master’s in Music Performance.”

Looking beyond the immediate future, some students have specific long-term aspirations.

Leon shared her future goals. “I hope have worked my way up in the sports field to have some job working for the NFL.”

Based on a survey sent out to the graduating class of 2024, the majority of the respondents said that they were very excited to start this new era of their lives.

As seniors depart from high school, Arex Gebken (12) advised underclassmen, “Pace yourself… Always try your best, but sometimes your best isn’t giving 100%. That is okay, and don’t let anyone tell you it’s not.”

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Audrey Scarpace

What Season Are You?

What is your eye color?

A. Brown

B. Green

C. Hazel

D. Blue

What snack food speaks to you?

A. Potato Chips

B. Oreos

C. Hot Cheetos

D. Sour Patch Kids

What is your favorite move genre?

A. Horror

B. Romance

C. Action

D. Comedy

What type of pet do you have?

A. Cat

B. Bird

C. Dog

D. Reptile

Mostly A’s:

Who’s your favorite famous Chris?

What’s your go-to drink order?

What’s your favorite flower?

Autumn! You enjoy cool fall days, curling up with a good book or watching a scary movie. Fall is a time of change and warm, comforting colors, which you embody in your life.

Mostly C’s:

Summer! You are always trying new things; you’re not afraid to stand out. You like to be on the move, enjoying warm summer days full of excitement.

What do you like to do in your

B. Hang out with friends

Spring! You value new beginnings and appreciate the sweeter things in life. You are very social and you enjoy a good rom-com as well as spending time with the people you love.

Mostly D’s:

Winter! You are independent; you like to stay indoors, keeping to yourself. You appreciate a good comedy and you have a calming presence to those around you.