LASA Raptor's News
Austin Youth Poet Laureate
Congratulations to LASA senior, Zachary Suri, who was recently named the 2022 Austin Youth Poet Laureate. The judges had many wonderful things to say about Zachary’s poetry as well as his dedication to so many activities here at LASA.
Latin Club Attends Longhorn Certamen
On October 15, the LASA Latin Club sent 3 teams to Longhorn Certamen, where they all played valiantly.
2022 Texas Book Festival Fresh Ink Fiction Contest Winner
LASA Sophomore, Astrid Gothard, was chosen as the 10th grade winner in the state of Texas for the 2022 Texas Book Festival Fresh Ink Fiction Contest. She will take part in a panel of young writers in a session at the Texas Book Festival titled, "Becoming a Writer! Meet the 2022 Fresh Ink Award Winners."
LASA Sophomore, Astrid Gothard, 2022 Texas Book Festival Fresh Ink Fiction Contest Winner
Astrid Gothard was chosen as the 10th grade winner in the state of Texas for the 2022 Texas Book Festival Fresh Ink Fiction Contest. She will take part in a panel of young writers in a session at the Texas Book Festival titled, "Becoming a Writer! Meet the 2022 Fresh Ink Award Winners."
Latin Club Attends Longhorn Certamen
On October 15, the LASA Latin Club sent 3 teams to Longhorn Certamen, where they all played valiantly.
LASA Tennis Team Advances to State!
For the first time in LASA UIL history, the LASA team tennis is going to State! The team fought long and hard against Foster and Friendswood with multiple injuries and illnesses to pull it out! LASA Raptors Team Tennis team made history this week by defeating Friendswood High School in an exciting finals match to become the Regional Champs. This marks the first time the LASA Tennis team has qualified for the State Team Tennis tournament! They are heading to State next week.
Austin Youth Poet Laureate
Congratulations to LASA senior, Zachary Suri, who was recently named the 2022 Austin Youth Poet Laureate. The judges had many wonderful things to say about Zachary’s poetry as well as his dedication to so many activities here at LASA.
AISD Talent Show Winner
Congratulations to LASA junior, Yadira Ramos, whose artwork “Día de Muertos” won in the visual arts category. Terrific job Yadira!
Raptor Cross Country Wins District!
The LASA cross country team participated at the UIL District 24-5A & 26-6A XC Championship on October 13, 2022. The LASA Raptors are District Champs for Varsity Girls, Varsity Boys, and Junior Varsity Girls. And not far behind, the Junior Varsity Boys came in 2nd! Way to run, Raptors!
Boys Water Polo Moves on to Regions!
The boys team played their areas match on Thursday (10/13) against Round Rock High, winning the game 15-10 and getting one step closer towards state! The team will be playing against Austin High this Monday (10/17) in their regions match in the Round Rock Aquatic Center!
LASA Junior, Vibha Addala, presents at The Global Health Leaders Conference at Johns Hopkins University
LASA Junior, Vibha Addala, recently presented at The Global Health Leaders Conference at Johns Hopkins University. Vibha presented how artificial intelligence can make healthcare more accessible. She explained how COVID ML, an app she built that can diagnose diseases like COVID-19 within a few seconds, works. She also addresses the ethical concerns that come with implementing AI into healthcare.
LASA Orchestra Audition for Region Orchestra
This Saturday, the Raptor Orchestra had over 40 students audition for Region Orchestra. We are so proud of their preparation and commitment, and particularly the courage it takes to complete a technically demanding audition in front of your peers. Many of our students will continue to prepare professional level orchestra excerpts in preparation for taping for All-State in late October. Join me in congratulating the following students!