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The Kirkwood Call

Kirkwood High School student newspaper

The Kirkwood Call

Kirkwood High School student newspaper

The Kirkwood Call

Daylight saving time begins March 10 and ends Nov. 3.

So we lose an hour and gain what?

Sophia Webb, features + in-depth editor March 10, 2024

Daylight saving time. Two days every year when we stay up until 2 a.m. to set our clocks back one hour in the fall and ahead one hour in the spring. The reason we wake up with the sun and leave practice...

Tiny Superheroes works to build kids' confidence who have disabilities and build acceptance.

Charity Issue: True superheroes

Sophia Webb, features + in-depth editor December 7, 2023

What makes someone a superhero? Super strength? Lightning-fast speed? Telekinesis? At Tiny Superheroes, this title means so much more. For Tiny Superheroes, a superhero is someone who’s courageous, strong...

While KHS exemplifies good culture on the surface, there is much more behind having the most optimal learning environment for students.

Breaking down KHS’ culture

Sophia Webb, features + in-depth editor November 9, 2023

According to the Harvard Graduate School of Education, there are five elements that, when woven together, create an optimal learning environment for students. Fundamental beliefs, assumptions, shared values,...

Michael Pingel, math teacher, says time with family is what makes Halloween special.

Teachers’ tricks, treats and traditions

Sophia Webb, features + in-depth editor August 28, 2023

In anticipation of the annual neighborhood Halloween gathering, Mandy Melton, science teacher, and her three kids rush home from school. After a quick dinner, Melton ensures her kids have their jokes and...

At a board meeting, one of the board members waits for the meeting to start.

BOE discusses SSD and kindergarten statistics

Mia Intagliata and Sophia Webb March 7, 2023

Special School District (SSD) This school year, the SSD and BOE intend to help all students with disabilities by continuing to provide a free, public education. As of now, this means being able to accommodate...

Elliot Manley, sophomore, believes clothing shapes a person's identity.

Rewriting clothing norms

Sophia Webb, entertainment writer October 30, 2022

As Elliot Manley, sophomore, walks down the aisles of Target searching for a new pair of pants, he browses for something that will bring him more comfort than a soft fabric can provide. Manley believes...

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