Kirkwood High School student newspaper

The Kirkwood Call
Kirkwood High School student newspaper

The Kirkwood Call
Kirkwood High School student newspaper

The Kirkwood Call
Lila Shepard

Lila Shepard, managing editor

She/Her

Hobbies and Interests: golfing, playing volleyball, eating ice cream, listening to music, driving around

Favorite song: Projects by Moneybagg Yo

Favorite Quote: “If only she could be so oblivious again, to feel such love without knowing it, mistaking it for laughter.” -Markus Zusak, The Book Theif

All content by Lila Shepard
Last summer affirmed Daniels’ decision when he interned for a construction company.

Quincy Daniels

Lila Shepard, managing editor
May 10, 2023
Upmeyer has been lifting since the fifth grade and is currently training to qualify for a team composed of the top 10 men ages 18 to 21 in the U.S.

George Upmeyer

Lila Shepard, managing editor
May 10, 2023
My mom always told me that I could make conversation with a wall. I believe that’s true.

Lila Shepard

Lila Shepard, managing editor
May 10, 2023
Ludbrook said nurses take an oath for patient-nurse confidentiality and that students should never feel embarrassed or afraid to come to the nurses for help.

Mothers of 2000 kids: From hospital to high school

Lila Shepard, managing editor
April 10, 2023
The two of you have been fighting constantly and you’re considering breaking up. In the heat of the moment, one of you yells, “I think we should take a break.”

Pause — I think we need to take a break

Lila Shepard, managing editor
February 16, 2023
By Christmas, seniors may not have even applied to college yet. Some may still be waiting on their acceptance letters, or have been accepted but need to decide which school will get their $100 enrollment fee.

In the holiday hot seat

Lila Shepard, managing editor
December 6, 2022
Chris worked a full-time job on top of being a college student at Harris-Stowe State University. He was making a left turn at an intersection when a drunk driver ran a red light and crashed into the driver’s side of his vehicle.

Charity Issue: Never an accident

Lila Shepard, managing editor
December 2, 2022
Students are going through mobile screen withdrawal. They’re stretching their arms, nearly dislocating their shoulders, attempting to get service.

The better connection

Lila Shepard, managing editor
October 5, 2022
Dear freshmen this is a letter to you about all of the things you should totally be doing this first year of high school.

A letter to the freshmen

Lila Shepard, managing editor
August 19, 2022
This is what you need to know about all of the spots on campus. Click each number to learn more.

KHS campus in a nutshell

Lila Shepard, managing editor
August 18, 2022
April 20, 2022 is officially named Romona Miller Day in St. Louis County.

April 20 named Romona Miller Day

Lila Shepard, Owen Spiegel, and Mason Heller
May 4, 2022
His friends on the team know him as “Big Mike.” He does the behind the scenes work along with cheering on the athletes and most importantly, filming.

Senior profile: Mike Wallace

Lila Shepard, news editor
April 28, 2022
Symptoms include lack of motivation to complete assignments, skipping classes and an inability to focus on anything besides graduation and getting the heck out of high school.

A not-so-new epidemic

Lila Shepard, news editor
April 1, 2022
J.J. Penn goes by the name 'Soysaus' on SoundCloud where he creates rap songs for his fans.

SoundCloud rappers

Lila Shepard
March 7, 2022
Shirts can serve as a first impression for some. What type of shirts you wear can give a little hint as to what you are like. Take this quiz to find out what top you should wear.

What type of shirt should you wear?

Lila Shepard, news editor
February 1, 2022
Fashion and style: from KHS teachers’ perspectives

Fashion and style: from KHS teachers’ perspectives

Lila Shepard, news editor
February 1, 2022
This story features three delicious lattes from three different cafés: Starbucks, Kaldi's and Teleo.

Kirkwood coffee critiques

Lila Shepard, news editor
January 6, 2022
KSD will be mask-recommended, not mask-required, beginning second semester.

BOE approves mask-recommended policy for second semester

Nicholas Whittington, Lila Shepard, and Audrey Turley
December 14, 2021
Turkey Day: Senior football quotes

Turkey Day: Senior football quotes

Lila Shepard, news editor
November 29, 2021
Marissa Rhimes, sophomore and KHS varsity point guard, said she feels unstoppable when she has a basketball in her hands.

Dribbling past

Lila Shepard, news editor
November 8, 2021
Honestly, pumpkin donut holes couldn’t sound any better to me. These cinnamon-sugar-covered, bite-sized pumpkin balls are great for breakfast or dessert. 

Cinnamon sugar pumpkin balls

Lila Shepard, news editor
October 13, 2021
This recipe is a relatively healthy snack that is also cute. It is perfect for when you are in the mood for something sweet, but you don’t want to go and eat a pastry. You can grab one of these out of the fridge and pop it in your mouth.

Easy peanut butter pumpkins (no-bake)

Lila Shepard, news editor
October 13, 2021
This recipe is for all of my Potter-heads out there. Personally, I’ve always wanted to try the J.K. Rowling renowned butterbeer that I’ve read about countless times. Try this out and see if this butterbeer recipe lives up to your expectations.

Easy homemade butterbeer

Lila Shepard, news editor
October 13, 2021
This super easy drink adds the perfect amount of spice in your life. You can enjoy it with a group of friends or by yourself if you don't want to share.

Spiced caramel apple cider

Lila Shepard, news editor
October 13, 2021
These four comforting, simple fall recipes are perfect for when you are in the mood to watch movies at home or share sweet treats with friends.

Fun fall recipes

Lila Shepard, news editor
October 12, 2021
On the left side of the image, the girl is looking at her phone. On the right side, she is looking at her list of goals. The cool colors on the left half portray a gloomier feeling vs. the warm tones on the right half.

Refocus – Lila Shepard

Lila Shepard, features writer
May 13, 2021
Art by Elena Sherwood. Picture of Phebe Hammond, senior, working her shift at Kaldi's in Kirkwood.

Senior profile: Phebe Hammond

Lila Shepard and features writer
May 3, 2021
These eyes tell a story when you observe them closely. If you look in the reflection of the eye you can see some of the things that freshmen have missed out on this year due to COVID-19 including: Watching school sports, pep rallies, assemblies and exen meeting new people and having conversations.

Through the eyes of a freshman

Lila Shepard, features writer
May 3, 2021
Ryder George-Lander (Left), Devon Bennett (Center) and Camden Davis (Right) standing together with their skateboards.

A skate park where all are welcome

Lila Shepard, features writer
February 21, 2021
A Spotify Premium user is viewing their Spotify Wrapped for 2020.

Unwrapping KHS students’ “Spotify 2020 Wrapped”

Ava Duggin and Lila Shepard
January 8, 2021
Nicholas Purschke stands in front of the Annual Run for ALD sign. Photo courtesy of the Purschke family.

Fighting for our boys

Lila Shepard, features writer
December 9, 2020
Featured in this image is Zach Baynham (left) and Avery Martine (right) who are the two creators of the Instagram thrifting account lou.thrifts.

Fighting fast fashion one post at a time

Lila Shepard, features writer
October 22, 2020
Depiction of a family wearing medical masks standing outside of their home during the COVID-19 pandemic

Catching up on me

Lila Shepard, writer
June 5, 2020
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