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The Kirkwood Call

Wikipedia is one of the many blocked websites on student and staff computers.

Blocking our education

Grace Volz, social media editor October 31, 2024

Is security more important than a student's right to knowledge? KSD seems to prioritize security by cracking down on students' freedoms. First, it was E-Hallpass and VPN suspensions, now it’s homeroom...

Donald Trump, complete with fat rolls and a bad tan line, holds a MAGA hat, looking into the distance with pride.

November 5: the day I moved to Canada

Mia Intagliata, editor-in-chief October 30, 2024

Contrary to popular belief, God did not rest on the seventh day. Instead, he created the most offensive, grotesque and frankly, disappointing presidential candidates known to the history of mankind. Donald...

A game of tug of war between former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris over what to do with minimum wage

Let’s not stop at the minimum

Leila Ambuehl, entertainment writer October 30, 2024

After a long week of work, many KHS students sit down at their dinner table and open their paycheck. They are hoping for good tips and money they can spend in the upcoming days, but they are greeted with...

It ends with me leaving the theater

Millie Reithel, entertainment editor September 1, 2024

*disclaimer, this piece is entirely opinions You walk into the movie theater in fun floral prints, as you and your friends have been so excited to see “It Ends With Us” since you heard it was coming...

Three of my top water bottle recommendations: The FreeSip, the Hydro Flask and the IceFlow.

Which water bottle is for you?

Caroline Darr, opinions write February 28, 2024

From the popular Stanley’s to the classic Nalgene and Takeya, to the nostalgic Hydro Flask and the hot new Owala, there are so many water bottle brands out there. But which one to pick? Here are my top...

Buses are another issue on their own. When you finally leave the lot, chances are, there will be a bus in front of you, and they will not stop for anyone.

Pain in the class

Avery Haden, news writer November 9, 2023

You dash out the door as the bell rings for dismissal, praying that just this once, you can leave the parking lot on time. A long night of studying awaits due to your three tests tomorrow. You groan as...

The cancellation of brands and celebrities is beneficial because it cuts off all support for them, losing them money, which is necessary for them to be punished for what they did. 

#Canceled

Mia Intagliata, opinions writer February 13, 2023

Have you ever hated something, and I mean really hated it? Personally, I hate a lot of things. And while a lot of people would suggest I see a therapist, I have a better solution — canceling things.  Cancel...

2022 has brought us songs that will be listened to for years to come.

Best songs of 2022

Allie Caffey, entertainment writer December 15, 2022

2022 has blessed us with amazing music, with artists like Taylor Swift and Harry Styles releasing new albums that have climbed the charts. Here are some of the best songs released this year. “Bigger...

George Strait, Garth Brooks, Kenny Rogers, Alabama and Alan Jackson with a sprinkle of Luke Bryan, Billy Currington and Jon Pardi here and there: now that's country.

Biggest red flag: Country music

Kinley Bokermann, editor-in-chief October 10, 2022

Yet again, country has been rated the most hated music genre. And it makes sense; why would people like songs about girls, driving trucks or shooting guns? David Allen Coe pretty much hit the nail on the...

After winter break, it can be difficult to find the motivation to do school assignments.

How to survive second semester

Lydia Drake, entertainment writer February 15, 2021

Second semester has arrived, which means the days of endlessly scrolling through TikTok and watching Netflix over winter break are behind us. After pushing through first semester finals, finding any motivation...

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