Senior Profiles: Sam Purvines
Sarah Nash, art editor
May 22, 2018
Filed under Senior Magazine
While many of KHS’s soon-to-be alumni are making college plans, one student has decided to take a different path. Sam Purvines, senior, belongs to the Jesus Christ Church of Latter Day Saints, commonly known as the Mormon religion, and he gets to travel the world. “It’s pushed or emphasized that when you...
Senior profile: Justin Battle
Benji Wilton, features writer
May 18, 2018
Filed under Features, Senior Profiles
After spending the day walking through decorated halls and preparing for Turkey Day festivities, Justin Battle, senior, anxiously watches students and staff file into the David Holley Assembly Hall. For him and the rest of the drumline, playing in front of the ecstatic crowd is their shining moment. ...
Senior profiles: Evelyn Opper
Jack Rittendale, features writer
May 18, 2018
Filed under Features, Senior Profiles
With bleach blonde hair and black framed glasses, Evelyn Opper, senior, can be found perched over a workbench in Nancy Grimes' room, working on her latest masterpiece. Since her freshman year, Opper has balanced her life by combining both art and strong friendships that guide her through the confusing...
Senior Profiles: Ashley Anderson
Mary Frizzell, Photographer
May 18, 2018
Filed under Senior Profiles
Since the first time she picked up a basketball, Ashley Anderson, senior, has given the sport her all. From age 5, she learned how to dribble, shoot and navigate intricate plays. As the sport runs deep in her family, with her dad and five of his siblings also playing the sport, it is no surprise she ha...
Senior Profiles: Emilee Autry
Grace Murphy, features writer
May 8, 2018
Filed under Senior Profiles
College: Quincy University Major: Nursing She was in her sophomore honors English class when she asked Dr. Amy Barker, English teacher, if the strawberry patterned vest she was wearing made her look too fat. She needed to ask Barker about colleges or help with school at anytime. From that ...
Senior profile: Jim DeYong
Kelley Cochran, photographer
May 3, 2018
Filed under Senior Profiles
After checking on the campsite for the night, and making sure all of the scouts are safe, he lays down in his tent by the lake. He listens to the rain, crickets and bullfrogs before drifting off to sleep. Driving a boat in the water, or relaxing in a hammock on a quiet day in the forest are just some...
Senior Profiles: Zoe Risch
Charlotte Heinrich, features writer
May 3, 2018
Filed under Senior Profiles
In a purple bedroom, pop music plays while one sister teachs makeup to the other. Giggles fill the room as Mary Kay samples are smeared on. Like many pre-teens, older sister Zoe, had recently become enveloped in the world of makeup. It was a way for her to find her identity amongst a lot of changes, like her family’s move from Calif...
Senior Profiles: Torri Weidinger
Maddie Meyers, features writer
May 2, 2018
Filed under Senior Profiles
While most freshmen worried about their Geometry tests, Torri Weidinger, senior, worried about playing for Nelly. Feeling nervous, Torri focused on the abundant flowers and lights covering the room. Every year, Nelly hosts his Black and White Ball, a holiday party featuring artists like Nick Cannon and Nikko Smith. Torri plays cello for the St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra, and they selected her to perform at the ball with Smith’s ba...
Senior Profiles: Nia Callion
Grace Klebe, Entertainment writer
April 30, 2018
Filed under Senior Profiles
Attending Rockhurst University Switching schools after sophomore year was nerve-wracking for Nia Callion, senior. Transferring from Lafayette High School, Callion entered KHS without knowing many people. Although she often said starting KHS junior year was terrifying, her coaches and friends say she handled...
Senior Profiles: Isabel Nauman
Jonathan Munroe, news-features writer
April 30, 2018
Filed under Senior Profiles
As she walks through the doorway to the art hall, Isabel Nauman, senior, transforms into her element. Involved in Symphonic Orchestra, Acapella Choir, Prism Vocal Jazz, Art Club and KH Players, she is dedicated to the arts. “The KHS art department is a vital part of Kirkwood and it does not get as much attention and praise as the other departme...
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