On Tuesday, April 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., juniors attended the Hartford Area Independent Secondary School College Counselors Association (HAISSCCA) College Fair at the Westminster School in Simsbury. The HAISSCCA College Fair presents an opportunity for students to learn more about certain colleges and to meet the admissions officers that will be reading […]
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The newest film in the beloved “Scream” franchise, “Scream VI,” was released in theaters on March 10, 2023, and was met with critical acclaim. An engaging sequel that experiments with the typical slasher format, while still staying true to the franchise’s roots, “Scream VI” does not disappoint in what it brings to the franchise. Directed […]
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According to Demand Sage, a platform that reports revenue analytics, “There are more than 1.5 billion active iPhone users worldwide as of 2023.” This makes Apple one of the largest smartphone manufacturers, along with Samsung and Xiaomi. But, just because Apple is a large company, that does not mean they are the best, and in […]
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With the many grocery chains in the U.S., choosing which one to shop at can be difficult. However, after examining the different grocery stores, it is obvious that Trader Joe’s is the best choice. Since it was founded in 1967 by Joe Coulombe, more than 500 Trader Joe’s stores have opened in the U.S., each […]
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“No matter what I’m doing, music is involved somehow,” senior Jaedan Curcio shared. Jaedan, who has been playing saxophone since fourth grade, first discovered a true love of music during his freshman year at KO. “I started listening to jazz then,” he said. “Some of the upperclassmen really got me into it and I started […]
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At some point in our lives, most of us will read at least one of William Shakespeare’s plays. Whether that be for a high school English class, for a college research essay, or just for the bragging rights of saying you have read Shakespeare for fun, the famous playwright is practically engraved in the history […]
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Recently, there has been sudden dissent towards AI on the news and at schools nationwide with the creation of Chat GPT. This raises the question: What exactly is AI? As described by Alyssa Schroer in her article “What Is Artificial Intelligence?,” “[…] artificially intelligent systems can perform tasks commonly associated with human cognitive functions — […]
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Over spring break, some students spent their time lounging on the beach, while others chose to stay home and get some much-needed rest and relaxation. However, for seniors Faith Potter and Sattah Phouthakoun, two weeks off from school didn’t mean a break from pursuing something they both love: dance. Sattah and Faith, who both gave […]
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One of the many things KO prides itself on is its artists, and this month, junior Kami Tarantino is the KO News’ Artist of the Month. Kami started creating art when she was very young. “I used to go to art classes when I was seven, eight years old,” Kami said, “and I always had […]
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Education and academic inquiry have long been key components of society’s scientific, mathematical, and technological advancement. With first-rate education offered to all individuals, students can pursue their future ambitions in the workforce by studying and learning the various concepts stipulated in the educational system. Advancements in education allow for growth in the world’s established knowledge […]
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