You’ve probably heard the phrase “New Year, New Me” thousands of times. Maybe you’ve even proclaimed this cheesy cliché yourself. I must confess that I, too, have fallen victim to the promise of hope and growth that this phrase ostensibly offers. When those words roll off my tongue and out into the open air after […]
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The KO community is composed of a variety of individuals, each with a unique background, set of skills, interests, and goals. It would be impossible to generalize the KO community into one box, but aspects of it can be broken down into statistics. By no means does this display the depth of the KO community, […]
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Tracy K. Smith, in her final speech as U.S. Poet Laureate, discussed at length the commodification of learning and language in today’s world. One target of her critique: student surveys. “Rate your professor,” she sarcastically yet thoughtfully intoned: “Did she make the material relatable and easily digestible, or did you have to work to learn […]
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On Tuesday, Jan. 18, Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Donique McIntosh spoke to the Kingswood Oxford community during an assembly dedicated to Martin Luther King Jr. From topics ranging from microaggressions to hate crimes, she discussed the continued racism in this country and beyond. Dr. McIntosh began by sharing the total number of […]
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If you have ever been in one of math teacher Kristen Valenti’s classes, you may know about her talent and passion for photography, as well as the frequent hikes she takes with her adorable dog, Captain. “For years, I’ve always taken pictures on hikes with my phone,” she said. “Going into quarantine right after COVID-19 […]
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In 1991, Ford shocked the truck market with the release of the all-new pickup truck called the Lightning. This truck tipped off the high-performance truck market that’s continually evolving to this day. The first generation Lightning was based on the ninth generation F-150 frame from 1991-1999, and the second generation Lightning was based on the […]
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On Dec. 30, an email was sent out to inform the Kingswood Oxford community that the annual Ryan Gordon Hockey Night has been postponed due to the continuous rise in COVID-19 cases. Fortunately, this event has been rescheduled to Saturday, Feb. 19, against Hamden Hall at Simsbury Farms, an outdoor hockey rink. Hockey Night was […]
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KO teachers wear many different hats as advisors, coaches, leaders, and educators. But it’s not every day that you meet someone on campus who is not only a KO teacher, but also a published author. That someone is Upper School history teacher Rob Kyff. Mr. Kyff teaches AP U.S. History at KO, but what sets […]
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After two years of anticipation, “You” season three arrived on Netflix on Oct. 15, 2021. The long-awaited season earned incredible reviews with thrilling plot twists and unexpected storylines. Expect spoilers ahead, as a lot went down on the newest installment of “You.” As Joe and Love’s relationship grows, so does our apprehension for Joe’s future. […]
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On Dec. 17, 2021, Crumbl Cookies opened a store in Manchester. The unique flavors and customizable combinations set Crumbl apart from any other cookie shop nearby. Crumbl is open every day of the week except Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. to midnight on weekends. The inside of the […]
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