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Loara High School’s Esports Team Continues to Dominate Valorant Scene

Paul Chylinski, advisor October 2, 2024

Loara High School's Esports team is making waves in the competitive gaming world, not just locally but on a national and international level. Competing in the fast-paced, strategy-driven game *Valorant*,...

2024-2025 Flag Football

Loara High School Flag Football: A Historic Inaugural Season

Paul Chylinski, Saxon Shield Advisor October 1, 2024

This year marks a significant milestone for Loara High School as we proudly launched our inaugural Girls' Flag Football team. From the first practice to the final whistle of each game, these athletes have...

Loara High School Honors Two Legendary Coaches

Loara High School Honors Two Legendary Coaches

Paul Chylinski, Advisor August 8, 2024

In a heartfelt ceremony held on August 8, 2024, Loara High School dedicated its gymnasium and wrestling room to two of the school's most iconic figures—Coach Ed Prange and Dr. John Dahlem. The dedication,...

Loara's Alma Mater

Loara’s Alma Mater

Mrs. Wampler, Eductor Alumn June 5, 2024

Loara High School has experienced many changes throughout its history. In exploring the archives, it was discovered that the Alma Mater currently sung by students is a "newer" version. This version replaced...

Original Sammy Logo

The Meaning of Loara

John Dahlem, Principal June 5, 2024

The meaning of “Loara” is very important to the many students who have attended Loara High School…“Home of the Saxons.” The name is often mispronounced and in the 1960s was often confused with...

The state of Sammy Saxon in the 60's

Loara Beginnings – 80’s

John Dahlem, Principal June 5, 2024

As the new school year begins this Monday, it is important to start with some historical context. Years ago, Dr. John Dahlem worked tirelessly to preserve the true history of Loara High School. While...

Work in Progress

Work in Progress

Paul Chylinski, teacher June 6, 2020

As we develop the Saxon Shield more articles will be coming, this is just a work in progress.

Work in Progress

Work in Progress

Paul Chylinski, teacher June 6, 2020

As we develop the Saxon Shield more articles will be coming, this is just a work in progress.

Work In Progress

Work In Progress

Paul Chylinski, teacher June 6, 2020

As we develop the Saxon Shield more articles will be coming, this is just a work in progress.

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