The Kirkwood Call

Kirkwood High School student newspaper
Kirkwood High School student newspaper

The Kirkwood Call
Kirkwood High School student newspaper

The Kirkwood Call
As the never-ending Kanye-Drake feud continues, we look at their new albums, Donda and Certified Lover Boy, to see who made the hit album this time.
Donda vs. Certified Lover Boy
Kinley Bokermann and Zach Thomson • October 6, 2021

KHS and WGHS will hold separate Friendship Dances this year to mitigate risk of COVID-19.
Friendship Dance to be held separately at KHS and WGHS
September 14, 2021
This year, KHS welcomed two new grade-level principals. To get to know them and KHSs other principals, read below.
Meet the principals
August 25, 2021
KSD will welcome students back Aug. 24. Read more for information on KHSs school year plans.
KHS 2021-22 start of school year plans
August 23, 2021
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News
KHS department chairs met to discuss the week on Wednesday Oct. 6.
KHS Weekly Updates 10/6/21: PSAT, conferences, no-homework weekend
Grace Marcus, print managing editor • October 10, 2021
The KSD BOE met for a plan and work session Monday night.
KHS Weekly Updates 9/3/21: Dress Code, NHS Applications and COVID-19 Guidelines
September 3, 2021
TKC asked students to share their thoughts about returning to school.
Student voices of Kirkwood: Return to school
August 25, 2021
KHS introduced the Pioneer e-Learning Academy for the 2021-22 school year.
PeLAUNCH
August 25, 2021
The KSD Board of Education (BOE) has approved a financial proposal for the purchase of the J. Milton Turner Building. On June 12, KSD announced their intention to purchase the building to serve as an Administrative Services Center where district offices will be located. 
BOE approves financial proposal for J. Milton Turner Building
August 18, 2021
Features
Jack Herwig stands in front of the disassembled show set with the clipboard he used during his performance.
Jack Herwig fills in for Imani Noel during KH Players' production of "Laughing Stock"
Owen Spiegel, breaking news writer • October 12, 2021
The map of Juddahs canoe route down the Yellowstone river.
600 miles down
October 12, 2021
Teleo Coffee opened for business on Aug. 15 in downtown Kirkwood.
Teleo opens to Kirkwood
September 27, 2021
On Sept. 1, 2021 Texas signed into law a bill (also known as the Texas Heartbeat Act) that makes abortions illegal after the first six weeks of pregnancy – when you can first detect a heartbeat. Another aspect of the bill is that citizens can sue those who have had an abortion or have helped with abortion in any way for up to $10,000 in legal fees. Art by Laurel Seidensticker.
An undue burden
September 27, 2021
KHS offers over 40 clubs for students with diffeerent iinterests. Read about three of them here. Art by Kain Stobbe.
KHS clubs preview
August 25, 2021
Opinions
With the dress code policy being a controversial topic at KHS these past couple weeks, TKC staff unanimously (68/68) voted that the dress code should be updated to address its inconsistency, sexism and outdated policies.
Call Ed: Addressing the dress code
TKC Staff • October 7, 2021
Simone Biles withdrew from the 2020 Tokyo Olympic team finals due to concerns about her mental health.
Mind over medal
August 25, 2021
The thought of having to read To Kill A Mockingbird or Lord Of The Flies during the summer is strong enough to make some students quiver. Many students associate summer reading with anxiety, work and school. However, since KSD stopped requiring students to read in the summer of 2019, I have actually gained a passion for reading.
Summer reading is back in style
August 25, 2021
14 months later: Columns
14 months later: Columns
May 17, 2021
Art by Emma Frizzell. Be your own person, let go of expectations or stereotypes or judgments, and you will thrive. 
Senior column: Molly Higgins
May 4, 2021
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Sports
As the KHS varsity football team ran out onto the field in front of their cheering fans, they had multiple goals on their mind. To win on their night, the KHS senior night, and at the end be one step closer to finishing their KHS football journey.
Oct. 8 Senior Night Game recap: Marquette 34, Kirkwood 14
Henry Chappell, sports editor • October 9, 2021
People with and without disabilities will come together to participate in the annual KHS Unified Night Lights game.
KHS hosting yearly Unified Night Lights event Wednesday, Sept. 29
September 29, 2021
TKC spoke with a head coach or senior athlete from each team about their upcoming season to gain insight on each sport. Art by Mara Mueller.
Fall sports preview
August 25, 2021
Art by Maddy Rekhop. Ainsley Wade smiles with her medals that she won from nationals.
Senior profile: Ainsley Wade
May 3, 2021
Entertainment
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
It can be hard to make the mental switch from summer to fall and watching fall movies can make it easier.
Five classic fall films
October 6, 2021
Take this quiz to find out which horror movie villain you would be.
Which horror movie villain are you?
October 6, 2021
In Shang-Chi, Marvel offers more Asian representation than ever before, but fails to live up to fans expectations.
Movie Review: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
September 29, 2021
Photo Galleries
Louis Kavanaugh, senior, attempts a pass to Cameron Paul, senior.
Photo Gallery: Senior night football game vs. Marquette Oct. 8
Lawrence McKee, photographer • October 15, 2021
Jaida Autry, senior, walks a Unified Night Lights member up the field to start off the night.
Photo gallery: Unified Night Lights Sept. 29, 2021
October 12, 2021
Kirkwood steals the soccer ball from Mehlville shortly after a close goal.
Photo Gallery: Kirkwood Boys Freshman Soccer Game vs. Mehlville High School
October 12, 2021
Ellie Francois, junior, runs with the ball as a Westminster player dives for it.
Photo Gallery: Kirkwood Varsity Field Hockey vs. Westminster Oct. 6, 2021
October 12, 2021
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