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The Kirkwood Call

Kirkwood High School student newspaper

The Kirkwood Call

A cicada emerging from its shell as it molts.

Buzz off

Shiloh Byers, News Staffer September 11, 2024

*Opinions Dear Cicadas, I have a few questions: what’s it like being the least popular insect on Earth? Do you enjoy tormenting humans? I hope so because if there’s no reason for your noisy invasion,...

The summer of 2024 brought the unexpected comeback of pop stars.

Pop stars are back!

Sophia Webb, editor-in-chief September 11, 2024

Ah, summer. There’s a certain feeling that comes after the final bell of the school year rings, one that brings anticipation for what lies in the sunny months ahead. Maybe you and your family are looking...

Learn more about your KHS principals for the upcoming school year.

Getting to know your principals

Ian Reno, news editor August 25, 2022

Dr. Mike Havener - KHS principal 29 years at Kirkwood Dream Lunch: A quiet place to enjoy a meal Favorite Subject: Business Hobbies: Walking What person or event has shaped you the most? “My...

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

Kirkwood High School can be big and confusing to some. Especially, those coming from middle school. The first day of school will be full of freshmen getting lot on their way to class. So, take it from...

TKC asked students to share their thoughts about returning to school.

Student voices of Kirkwood: Return to school

Mya Copeland and Ava Duggin August 25, 2021

TKC asked students to share their thoughts about returning to school. Grady Ashley • Sophomore TKC: How was freshman year regarding school? Grady Ashley: Grades-wise it was good, but it...

Follow along this quiz to see your result. Design by Nathan Sweeney. Art by Janine Gassel.

Which grade should you really be in?

Nathan Sweeney, features + in-depth editor August 25, 2021

COVID-19 has thrown us all for a loop. As we (hopefully) return to a more normal school year, nobody knows where they stand, since seniors are the only ones who have completed a year of regular high school....

Getting into KHS sports is a great way to meet new people.

Seniors’ advice to freshmen

Grace Marcus, print managing editor August 25, 2021

Dear freshmen,  The first day of your high school career may be one of the most intimidating experiences of your life — entering the school with seniors yelling, crowded hallways, huge campus, hundreds...

Freshman, you should just drop out, it's not worth it.

Freshmen features

Kailey Shirrell, news editor August 25, 2021

*This piece is entirely satirical. They say enjoy high school while it lasts, and that time goes by fast. They’re lying. Seriously, just drop out, don’t come to school (or at least don’t login)...

KSD will welcome students back Aug. 24. Read more for information on KHS's school year plans.

KHS 2021-22 start of school year plans

Hayden Davidson and Kate Schreiber August 23, 2021

TKC spoke with KHS Principal Dr. Mike Havener about upcoming school year plans. Havener said many of these plans are based on the school environment being mask-mandatory and are subject to change. He also...

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