The King of Rubber Ducks: A profile of Mr. Robinson

“I am R’Mickel Robinson. To you I’m a teacher, to my family I’m number three, and a voice.” That’s how seminar teacher Mr. Robinson introduces himself. Robinson is a new teacher who came to this school in February of the 2024-2025 school year. Before he came here he was a teacher in a different schoolContinue reading “The King of Rubber Ducks: A profile of Mr. Robinson”

The KAC Music Program is paused. What will happen to all of our instruments?

October 2026 By Christal Orozco Jaimes and Aritzy Escobedo Perez, Staff Reporters After our high school’s band program ended, the instruments now sit unused in storage. They gather dust and remind us of a place many students loved. This space once offered creativity and community, but now it leaves students wondering where they can findContinue reading “The KAC Music Program is paused. What will happen to all of our instruments?”

Texas 24 – Ohio State 23: Manning Leads Texas’ Incredible Comeback

October 2026 By Agustin Hernandez, Arts & Culture Editor With Texas down 23-3 in the fourth quarter, it looked like Ohio State had the game won. But Arch Manning wasn’t ready to give up. The Texas quarterback stayed calm and led the Longhorns on three straight scoring drives, bringing energy back to the crowd andContinue reading “Texas 24 – Ohio State 23: Manning Leads Texas’ Incredible Comeback”

Ms. Yanez: The Life of a Dancer and Educator

October 2026 By Alejandro Flores, Staff Reporter How has dance changed your life? Some might view it as an art, a performance, or a one-shot chance to pursue a career full of creativity and dedication. But for KAC teacher Marifer Yanez, it’s a lifestyle. Maria Yanez was born on October 23rd and eventually moved toContinue reading “Ms. Yanez: The Life of a Dancer and Educator”

Gorillaz bring “The Mountain” to Austin

October 2026 By Sebastian De Jesus Nunez, staff reporter On February 27th 2026, Gorillaz put out their ninth studio album titled “The Mountain” to much critical acclaim, and later, a successful ongoing tour, which stopped at Austin’s very own Moody Center on October 15th, 2026. The Mountain and its meaning The Mountain takes our favoriteContinue reading “Gorillaz bring “The Mountain” to Austin”

It’s October in Austin. Here’s what to do.

October 2026 By Christian Garcia and Luis Rojas, Staff Reporters Fall is here, and people’s desire to get out and explore the city is rising. We all want to make the most of the short time we have to enjoy a fun-packed fall and make lots of memories, so we’ve put together a list ofContinue reading “It’s October in Austin. Here’s what to do.”

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Here’s how you can help.

October 2026 By Luna Gutierrez, Staff Reporter What passes through your mind, when you hear “bullying or cyberbullying happening”? Does your mind automatically imagine kids being physically abused by older kids, or a child being really ashamed to tell adults of what they are going through. Yes, these are all correct but you’d be surprisedContinue reading “October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Here’s how you can help.”

Is the House of Torment still worth it?

October 2026 By Mia Garcia, Translation Editor The House of Torment is a spooky, scary event in Austin, Texas, that opens every fall and sometimes during other seasons. This event entertains people who want to get spooked for Halloween season. It has 3 haunted houses, and inside, many workers dress as monsters to scare andContinue reading “Is the House of Torment still worth it?”

What to Know for Depression Awareness Month

October 2026 By Isaiah Washington, Editor-in-Chief Depression is a serious medical illness that causes deep sadness and a loss of interest in normal daily life. It is much more than just a temporary bad mood or feeling blue. Depression can be caused by things like anxiety or sadness, it can even be affected by theContinue reading “What to Know for Depression Awareness Month”

Pink Power!

Boys’ and girls’ volleyball teams fill the gym on PINK OUT Night, raise awareness about breast cancer October 2026 By Miranda Leos and Dylan Espinoza, Staff Reporters Every October, KIPP Collegiate’s boys’ and girls’ volleyball teams come together for Pink Out Night, a special game dedicated to spreading awareness about breast cancer. By wearing pinkContinue reading “Pink Power!”