The 2020-21 school year was one of the most difficult to date for everyone. In conversations with more than forty students, teachers, administrators, and parents, taking a look back on this year, it was revealed why certain decisions were made, what people thought of them, and the ramifications they had on the entire community in this uncertain time.

Montgomery County has made the vaccine available to anyone over sixteen. In this article, the writer explores how much of the LM study body has received the vaccine. Additionally, it features quotes from interviews with students about their experience, as well as county officials.

As Copeland finds himself retiring, he recounts the times he had at LM. He explains his plans for retirement and how this school year influenced the new middle school.