For senior writer Olivia Pilecki, being part of KO News was much more than just an extracurricular activity. Even though Olivia first learned about journalism in her first year, her inspiration came from her older sister, who shared stories from her experience working for the KO News.
In her second year of high school, after taking journalism, Olivia decided to work with KO News and share her voice through her pieces, spending the past years working for the paper as a writer. She has written articles covering almost every section, from features to sports, and everything in between.
Unlike many writers, Olivia did not limit herself to a few topics. She said she enjoyed writing about a variety of things and was also ready to help whenever someone needed her. Being part of KO News taught Olivia the importance of establishing connections with people. Olivia learned how to conduct interviews, approach people, and have good conversations.
These skills will be something Olivia remembers even when she graduates from high school. One of her favorite days is News Day, where everybody joins in to make the newspaper happen. The KO News staff and KO community wish Olivia luck for what’s to come.
