Every passing year at KO brings about change, big or small, whether it be changes to school staff, changes to teaching styles, or even something huge (like a whole new building undergoing construction). One notable change, at least for the performing arts department, is being applied to the choral and a cappella ensembles; for the […]
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Imagine playing a game with someone who keeps changing the rules to win, and everyone acts like it’s normal. Now, imagine that game represents our country in a democracy. That’s what it feels like watching President Donald Trump in his second term. What was once seen as shocking has started to feel normal, and that’s […]
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Tik Tok is an important place for people, especially young and non represented groups to represent themselves. Banning it could take away free speech from 150 million Americans and allow the government too much control over online communication. I don’t think Tik Tok should be banned in the US because it brings joy, helps people […]
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You wake up to the aggravating sound of your alarm clock at 6:00 in the morning. You snooze it. You snooze it again, and suddenly the bus is coming in 10 minutes. Granola bar grabbed for breakfast and math homework forgotten in your room; you head to school feeling grumpy and groggy. This dreary morning […]
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Unless you live with your head under a rock, you’re definitely aware that Donald Trump won the 2024 election. Many Democrats entered Nov. 4, 2024, hopeful that America would elect its first female president. By the end? Their dreams were dashed as Kamala Harris lost all of the swing states and the popular vote by […]
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Throughout her time on the KO News, senior Abbie Schiff has grown from a curious writer into a confident editor and leader. Beginning as an Associate Editor for Opinions and Reviews and later stepping into the role of Managing Editor of Opinions and Reviews, Abbie brought creativity, clarity, and a thoughtful editorial voice to every […]
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Senior Alyssa Tousignant has been an Associate Editor for the Sports and News departments, leaving her mark on KO and the KO News staff. When reflecting on her favorite part of being on the KO News, she explained how she liked to feel involved and make new connections. “ I like reaching out to different people […]
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From Associate Editor to Head Editor of News, senior Curran Dee has steadily grown into a thoughtful, dedicated leader on the KO News staff. Since joining the paper his junior year, Curran has brought curiosity, clarity, and calm to every aspect of the news department, especially during tight deadlines and long production days. As Head […]
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From her first article to her last, senior Ella Wilson has left a lasting impact on the KO News. Bringing wisdom and curiosity since her sophomore year, Ella’s dedication to the craft has been nothing short of inspiring. Beginning as an Associate Features Editor to improve her writing skills, she would soon earn a spot […]
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Senior Francesca Lamattina has spent three incredibly influential years on the staff of the KO News. After taking journalism with English and journalism teacher Cathy Schieffelin the spring of her freshman year, she joined the staff as an Associate Arts Editor the following fall of her sophomore year. Since applying and receiving the position her […]
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