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Four things you should know before hating on the Friendship Dance.

Things to know before hating on the Friendship Dance

Sophia Webb, features + in-depth editor December 4, 2023

Look, I’m not someone who adores the Friendship Dance. I think the idea of KHS having our own homecoming before it’s below freezing outside is a lovely idea. However, I can admit that the Friendship...

2 girls, one from Webster and 1 from Kirkwood, dance together under a disco ball at the Friendship Dance.

Want to dance?

Allie Caffey, entertainment writer December 4, 2023

The tense and angered yells between Kirkwood High School and Webster Groves High School alumni and students could be heard as they threatened to start a riot. One may expect it to be because of a more...

Review of local spots in Kirkwood and rating their fall foods and drinks.

Savoring the season

Sanchan Khanuja, Entertainment Writer November 25, 2023

The season of fallen leaves and cozy campfires has arrived at last. While it’s finally time to enjoy the crisp autumn air in sweatshirts and leggings, nothing really says fall like the artificial flavoring...

Not your average mother

Not your average mother

Millie Reithel, Writer November 25, 2023

Facebook Mom: She’s the online version of a Karen. A middle-aged woman with kids, she rocks the infamous bob and spends every second of her free time online. She goes about her days harassing other moms...

Pioneer Pete representing both sides of Kirkwood, those who have pep and those who dont.

The downfall of school spirit

Mia Intagliata, Opinions Editor November 25, 2023

KHS, get it together. We’re the Pioneers, so start acting like it. Football season is in full effect, yet we could not be more disappointed. Not in the football players, who no doubt “tried their best”....

The 2024 election is in about a year, and the top candidates are once again President Joe Biden and Former President Donald Trump.

2024 Election: Don’t worry, it’s next year

Ian Reno, managing editor November 11, 2023

*Opinions We haven’t even reached the quadrennial event of corn dog inhalation that is the Iowa caucus, and we already know who our candidates for president will be. A corpse who his own party doesn’t...

Frustration in parking lots range from the lack of parking spots, to traffic and inexperienced drivers.

KHS’ perilous parking issue

Anna Kaiser, entertainment writer November 10, 2023

Parking at KHS is a total nightmare: sitting in traffic, only to find there are no open spots in the lot and having to park in a neighborhood just before first hour, getting to school so early the sun...

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,...

Our climate is warming steadily; it is time to do something.

Hot take on climate change

Caroline Darr, opinion writer November 8, 2023

Climate change: the hot topic of the century, literally. Massive flooding in New York City, forest fires, hurricanes, glaciers melting, rising ocean temperatures and fires in Hawaii… The list goes on....

Here is an updated map of KHS after recent renovations, drawn by Bo Maney

A tour of KHS

Mia Intagliata, opinions writer September 19, 2023

Congratulations, you’ve made it to high school. Whether you’re nervous or excited, you’ll probably still end up getting lost on your first day, so let me help you try to figure out the building....

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