Month: March 2023
KO should look to reevaluate DEIB efforts with student input
On Tuesday, Feb. 21, Head of School Thomas Dillow sent an email informing the KO community that former Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Dr. Donique McIntosh is no longer working at KO. This left many students with questions, wondering about the future of KO’s Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) program. In his email, […]
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Wyvern’s Tale
As I sit down to write my last ever Wyverns Tale for the KO News, I can’t help but look back on all the lessons and memories I learned during my time on the news. Before I get too deep into this, I wanted to say that there is no way I’d be here writing […]
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Swimming wraps up a strong season in the pool
KO’s boys and girls swimming and diving teams had a successful season with growth in all areas of the team. As their season winds down to an end, KO’s boys and girls swimming and diving teams have begun to reflect on a successful season in the pool. Although they are technically two separate teams, for […]
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Setting the standard: Coach McDonald leaves behind a legacy of more than just success
After the long, hot summer, KO’s campus comes alive again, much like it does every year. Despite the stifling heat, Hewett Gym is no exception to this. Each year, a new cycle of volleyball players make Hewett their home. Dedicating their time to the sport that they love, they spend hours perfecting their serves, learning […]
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Boys varsity basketball enters playoffs with great glory
After an extraordinary season, the boys varsity basketball team ended with an impressive record of 17-6 and is looking ahead to their final playoff games of this season. Led by Head Coach Brad Seaman and ranked in the top four in NEPSAC Class B rankings and in the top 30 across all NEPSAC classes, the […]
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Boys varsity squash heads to nationals
This season, the boys varsity squash has been focusing on improving their skills and doing their best in matches. With a record of 4-5, the team has had a solid season this year. The transition from last season to this season has been a little challenging, as the team lost nine seniors. “This is definitely […]
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Girls varsity basketball plays hard to the end
With the winter sports season coming to a close, the girls’ varsity basketball team worked to end their season on a high note. The team spent time refining their skills for their last games of the season and building team chemistry. With a lack of seniors, the team has considered this season only ‘part one’ […]
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Girls Squash works around setbacks at Nationals
After wrapping up their regular season as well as New England’s, the varsity girls’ squash team headed to U.S. Nationals before ending their 2022-2023 season! Led by Head Coach Cameron Biondi and senior Captain Annabelle Jacobs, the team amassed a record of 3-8. Their goal all season had been to build resilience, and they took […]
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