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Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager

Hello! My name is Dorothy, and I am a senior and this year’s Deadline Manager. I am also involved in Mustang Volunteer Project, Best Buddies, Girl Scouts, and Munster Junior Historical Society. In my free-time, I love to dance, listen to music, hang out with my dog Danny Zuko, and watch Titanic.

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LEAVING A LESSON Presenting a speech at Little Italy in Dyer for publication’s banquet May 1, Ms. Sarah-Anne Lanman, publications adviser, centers her speech around three lessons she has learned throughout her time at MHS. The lessons she mentioned were: hold on to it, let it go, and work it out. “I was very proud of my speech,” Ms. Lanman said. “All those lessons were ultimately the main things I learned throughout my time here, starting with Mrs. Hastings.”

Lanman’s lasting impact: Ms. Lanman leaves after 11 years at MHS

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager
May 15, 2024
In the greenhouse during botany class, Anagha Narayan, junior, tends to her plant. “We’re always learning about ourselves, but we don’t have as great of an understanding about plants, so I like plants for that reason,” Anagha said.

A changing climate: Students and staff share their concerns for the next 10 years of the environment

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy and Emily Dywan
April 19, 2024
HELPING OUT Standing in the middle of senior Lauren Hoogeveen and junior Emily Dywan, publications adviser Ms. Sarah-Anne Lanman, explains the page design plan for page 8 of this issue. Ms. Lanman, who was also in Paragon when she was a student here, has served as the publications adviser the past ten years and uses her design knowledge to help guide the Paragon and Crier staff. “When we start build week, that’s when the pages start to really take shape,” Ms. Lanman said. “We have to communicate a lot and have a lot of discussions and collaborations to create the Crier that you have in your hands.”

Preserving the Print: a look into the future of print publications at MHS and overall

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager
April 18, 2024
On a high note: In honor of Music in Our Schools Month, Crier highlights student musicians and theatre students

On a high note: In honor of Music in Our Schools Month, Crier highlights student musicians and theatre students

Lauren Hoogeveen and Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
March 14, 2024
FAST PITCH At the first practice of the season, Maddy Marlowe, junior, winds up to throw the ball to her partner. “I feel like this upcoming season is already the best and most exciting one yet.” Marlowe said. (photo by marianna young)

Pitching to win: Softball plays first game against Lake Central March 20

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager
March 13, 2024
screenshot from TikTok

More media: With this week being scholastic journalism week, Crier highlights other MHS media sources

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager
February 20, 2024
A SECOND OPINION When choosing photos Sara Gregory, senior, talks with Vivianna Rodriguez, senior, to get an outside opinion on which photo should be put on the page. “It’s good to work with classmates and talk with them because it is helpful to hear their input and it sparks creativity,” Sara said, “It is really easy to talk with them and it helps take the workload off our shoulders.”

Meeting the deadline: Paragon prepares for final deadline

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager
February 20, 2024
Barking for biscuits: In honor of national dog biscuit day today, Crier staffers’ dogs review dog treats

Barking for biscuits: In honor of national dog biscuit day today, Crier staffers’ dogs review dog treats

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy and Marianna Young
February 20, 2024
Side-effects of scrolling: Crier analyzes the effect social media has left on the generations

Side-effects of scrolling: Crier analyzes the effect social media has left on the generations

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Josephine Zangrilli, and Lauren Hoogeveen
February 2, 2024
VOCALIZING HISTORY Making eye contact with her audience, Niah Maduakolam, junior, recites her speech with passion. Heading towards a competition this weekend at Apple Valley High School, she practices the speech to make sure her emotions are conveyed correctly. “Speech has really pushed me out of my comfort zone. I never thought I could speak in front of so many strangers without feeling nervous and it has helped me a lot.”, Niah said, “It’s also created some amazing friendships that I am so grateful to have.”

Speak to success: Speech team heads to Apple Valley national competition this weekend

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager
January 31, 2024
'Tis the season to be crafty: Crier staffers share homemade gift ideas

‘Tis the season to be crafty: Crier staffers share homemade gift ideas

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy and Kylee Barnes
December 15, 2023
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[Photo] Blast from the past: Highlighting some the most popular pop culture events this year

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager
December 13, 2023
TWIRLING AROUND Perfecting turns in the jazz routine while surrounded by her teammates, Sam Bleza, junior, focuses on herself in the mirror to maintain her balance. The routine will be performed at the showcase along with the pom and game day dances. “This routine brings in different dynamics and movement that challenges our team,” Bleza said.

Taking the floor: Dance prepares for showcase Nov. 29

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager
November 20, 2023
Looking past the bias: Students share how they navigate through the media during the conflict between Palestine and Israel

Looking past the bias: Students share how they navigate through the media during the conflict between Palestine and Israel

Gabriella Van Horne and Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
November 17, 2023
TEAR YOU DOWN At the Sept. 22 senior night game against Hanover Central, the football team brings a stop to the play after a successful tackle against one of Hanovers’ running backs. This game resulted in a final score of 21-56.

Wrapping Up: A recap of the fall sports’ seasons and remaining games

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy and Lauren Hoogeveen
October 26, 2023
Column: Twisted tunes

Column: Twisted tunes

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
September 29, 2023
Drink it or drop it: Crier's take on fall drinks from three local locations

Drink it or drop it: Crier’s take on fall drinks from three local locations

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Kylee Barnes, Emily Dywan, Marianna Young, and Lexi Villalobos
September 29, 2023

Face the fashion: Members of the fashion club give their opinion on fall fashion trends

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager
September 27, 2023
A CHANGE OF SCENERY Although Mr. Michael Coil’s name tag is still outside of N170’s doorway, a single table and two chairs replaced the lines of desks and fish tank that used to reside in his classroom.

Behind the construction: A look into the ongoing construction and projects throughout the school

Lauren Hoogeveen and Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
August 30, 2023
STRIKE A CHORD During a choir event at the Minoritenkirche in Vienna, Tara Gaither, senior, sings. It was the chorale’s last day in Austria, this concert being the height of their trip. “I loved learning from such talented directors and seeing all the architecture,” Tara said.

Singing aloud abroad: Choir students reflect on their summer trip to Austria

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Deadline Manager
August 30, 2023
PUTTING AROUND As he practices on the Centennial course, Torin Mulcahy, junior, takes his turn on the putting green.

Boys’ Golf prepares for Kankakee Invite

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
May 11, 2023
EYES ON THE PRIZE Focusing on the pitcher, Bryce Gelarden, junior, prepares to take a swing at the ball. This season his batting average has been 0.322 and, he has played in all 22 games.

Baseball co-hosts Region Classic

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
May 11, 2023
IN MOTION Focusing on their moves, seniors Abhiram Kandregula, Anagha Kodukula and Ayush Arora run through the HUM Night dance routine. Usually meeting at each others’ houses, the group enjoys getting to share this experience together and have fun with the dance. “The environment is so exciting and hype, everyone has a great time socializing with friends,” Anagha said.

HUMing along: HUM looks forward to hosting annual HUM Night tomorrow at the Merrillville Indian Cultural Center.

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, page editor
May 11, 2023
Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy: 85,690 minutes remaining

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy: 85,690 minutes remaining

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
April 20, 2023
above is part of proposed schedule for the next school year. Block scheduling will happen two days a week.

Principal Nolan releases proposed schedule for the next school year

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, page editor
April 20, 2023
NAILED IT Strengthening the infrastructure of his mock home, Adam Muntean, junior, installs an outlet box for wiring. “I enjoy the ACC because it’s more hands-on than regular school and it’s teaching me what I want to do in my future,” Adam said.

Building a future at the Career Center: A look into education at the ACC

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
April 20, 2023
LOCKED IN Concentrated by their work, Ms. Sarah-Anne Lanman, publications adviser, and Reena Alsakaji, editor-in-chief, go over Crier’s final edits.

Publications wins awards; Adviser awarded The National High School Journalism Teacher of the Year

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
March 16, 2023
WAFFLE BREAK Taking a break, Jordan Fefferman, sophomore, toasts a waffle during the Munster Speech Meet.

Talk that talk: Speech sends 17 students to National competition in June

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
March 15, 2023
FOLLOW THE LEADER Turning the corner, from left to right, seniors Corey Dennis and Dayo Adeoye, sophomores Kwaku Awuah and Ryan Bouktache and Jacob Mazumdar, senior, run their warm up laps in preparation for their upcoming meet.

Back on track: Starting up their season, the Girls’ and Boys’ track and field team prepares for their Indoor State Finals March 25

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
March 14, 2023
Leaping out of love

Leaping out of love

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
February 23, 2023
BRAIN BREAK Winding down from lunch, a peer tutor watches a video with a student. It is very important for the students to not only have breaks to pace their days, but stay on schedule—otherwise, balancing all the different students’ workloads becomes hard to manage. Those in the photo are not identified to ensure comfortability and to give others an insight to what Mrs. Ramos’s classroom looks like.

‘Is that really access to the same programs other people are entitled to?’: A look into accessibility with Special Needs, a glimpse at students’ personal experiences

Reena Alsakaji and Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
February 23, 2023
Date or dip: With Valentine’s Day approaching, Crier staffers review date ideas

Date or dip: With Valentine’s Day approaching, Crier staffers review date ideas

Lauren Hoogeveen and Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
January 26, 2023
STRIVING FOR STRIKES At their sectionals, Abigail Martin, junior, prepares to bowl. “I feel fantastic because this is a first,” Martin said. “The girls have never gone to regionals before.”

Girls’ Bowling Club qualifies for regionals for first time

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
January 25, 2023
SURFACING Coming up for air, Aranxta Rivera, sophomore, finishes her stroke. Rivera swam the 100 butterfly at the team’s senior night on Jan. 19, against Lake Central. “My main focus while swimming butterfly is keeping my breathing pattern constant and for as long as possible,” Rivera said.

In the fast lane: Girls’ and Boys’ Swim prepare for sectionals

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
January 25, 2023
TIMELY TUTORING Staying after school, seniors, Nick Hanas and Pagie Sideris, help tutor Cynthia Ortiz, junior. “I like the opportunities I have to help people," Hanas said.

Spirit of the Season: Ways to Volunteer During Holiday Season

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
December 15, 2022
MAKING A DIFFERENCE Participating in the annual toy roundup event at Target, juniors Jackson Collard and Anthony Ornelas pick out a toy to give a child for Christmas.“I feel heroic knowing that the gifts I personally picked out will make an impact on a child’s holiday season,” Anthony said.

Rallying for the roundup: MHS’s annual toy roundup

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
December 15, 2022
TAKING THE LEAP Trying to keep her balance, Jenna Skipper, senior, preforms a split jump on the balance beam. ”I try to focus on one thing so I don’t fall,” Skipper said.

Flipping into the season: Gymnastics prepares for meet

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
December 14, 2022
ON THE SURFACE Pushing her arms through the water, Jennifer Barajas, sophomore, practices her backstroke.

Back into the swim of things: Swim prepares for season

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
November 21, 2022
Team Edward

Team Edward

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, page editor
November 21, 2022
PANDEMIC PRISON Lining up to take their ‘mug shot’, juniors Shail Patel, Keira Trimolt and senior Ayush Arora express how Covid affected students academically and how motivation and mentality have been scarce amongst students since the pandemic. Statistics shown above are sourced from a student survey.

Caught by covid: Students’ reflect on the academic effects and struggles of living through a pandemic

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy and Sydney Jones
November 18, 2022
GET OUT THE WAY Making his way around the defense, Alex Orange, senior, dribbles towards Crown Point’s goal.

Fall Sports: Soccer Season Ends

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page-Editor
October 20, 2022
BREAK-AWAY Running away from Highland’s defense, Joseph Bartusiak (29), junior, runs down the field. Playing against Highland for the bridge on Sept. 23, the team lost 12-7.

Fall Sports: Football season wraps up

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
October 20, 2022
GET SERVED In the air, Julianna Kisel, junior, prepares to spike the ball. At the game against Lowell, the volleyball team won 3-0. “I feel I have improved on hitting around the block this season. I’m looking forward to kicking LC’s butt next season,” Kisel said. (photo by anna evilsizor)

Fall Sports: Volleyball season wrap up

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page-Editor
October 20, 2022
Staffers review old Taylor Swift albums in anticipation for her newest album, Midnights

Staffers review old Taylor Swift albums in anticipation for her newest album, Midnights

Reena Alsakaji, Lauren Hoogeveen, Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, and Sydney Jones
October 20, 2022
Column: Critiquing the criminal craze

Column: Critiquing the criminal craze

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, page editor
October 20, 2022
Films in Wonderland: Staffers review "Enchanted Garden" themed movies on Disney+

Films in Wonderland: Staffers review “Enchanted Garden” themed movies on Disney+

Reena Alsakaji, Sydney Jones, Seamus Keegan, and Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
September 29, 2022
Reconstructing Traditions: CEC builds Homecoming playhouses

Reconstructing Traditions: CEC builds Homecoming playhouses

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
September 29, 2022
HITTING THE CLUB Standing on the green, Alexis Schmidt, junior, lines up her shot.

Fall Sports: Girls’ Golf finishes season

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
September 28, 2022
A COLD TREAT Crier staff visits Crave and gets the Cookies N' Cream Deluxe waffle cone taco.

Crave: staffers review new dessert shops

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Page Editor
September 8, 2022
The way the cookie Crumbls: staffers review Crumbl Cookie

The way the cookie Crumbls: staffers review Crumbl Cookie

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy and Lauren Hoogeveen
September 7, 2022
BATTER UP Standing at the home plate during Softball's April 7 game against ___, Paige Vukadinovich, senior, gets ready to swing.

Swinging for the fences: Paige Vukadinovich finishes her final softball season at MHS

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy
May 19, 2022
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