Building Champions: Coach Lett’s Legacy in Athletics and Academics

February 2025 By Jocelyn Caraveo, Assistant Editor Head Soccer Coach Eddie Lett has been an integral part of KAC’s athletic and academic programs since 2016, and he is distinguished by his leadership of the Boys Varsity Soccer Team, which has achieved consecutive state championships under his guidance. Additionally, he has had a profound impact asContinue reading “Building Champions: Coach Lett’s Legacy in Athletics and Academics”

In the Face of ICE: How Immigrant Families Can Rise with Knowledge and Strength.

February 2025 By Roxana Cobos, Translation Editor Sitting in my NHS meeting, I listened to my sponsor, Ms.Sheppard, talk about the election and its potential impact on us. It brought back memories from 8 years ago–a time where everything felt uncertain. I was 10 at the time, sitting in a classroom with only 9 students,Continue reading “In the Face of ICE: How Immigrant Families Can Rise with Knowledge and Strength.”

Resilient, Hardworking, United: Cardinal Cheer Soars into 2025

February 2025 By Nayeli Damian, Assistant Editor The KAC Cheer Team is one of the many groups that showcase the diverse talent of KAC students through the art of cheerleading. In 2025, the team celebrates five years since its creation, overcoming many challenges to get where they are today. Former Head Coach and Founder DorianneContinue reading “Resilient, Hardworking, United: Cardinal Cheer Soars into 2025”

Would you survive the Squid Games?

February 2025 By Gabriela Semenov, Staff Reporter In a world of constantly moving, changing and shaping parts, it’s hard to notice when we’re suddenly stuck in the mud, forced to decide the fate of our lives– suffering now? Or suffering later? Money, as much of a blessing as it is a curse, is oftentimes theContinue reading “Would you survive the Squid Games?”

Is Music the Key to the Heart?

Guitarists Mia Jaramillo and Rafael Lara fill KAC’s hallways with love songs. February 2025 By Leslie Sanchez, Staff Reporter Many people are fond of music; it’s a special thing you hear everywhere, no matter where you are throughout your day. Music can hold a special place in many people’s hearts, and emotions play a bigContinue reading “Is Music the Key to the Heart?”

Is “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” the Perfect Valentine’s Movie?

February 2025 By Jasmin Del Rio and Kimberly Martinez, Staff Reporters To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before is a romance/comedy movie that is based on teenage romance and how embarrassing it can be at times which is a topic that I’m sure most people can relate to.  This movie was released in 2018 andContinue reading “Is “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” the Perfect Valentine’s Movie?”

Speech & Debate: What is it?

December 2024 By Ernesto Nunez, Staff Reporter Most KAC students know about our soccer team, the girls and boys volleyball teams, and robotics. But not all students know of our debate team. Started by social studies teacher Amber Corral two years ago, the current Speech and Debate team is led by 12th-grade captain Nancy Perez.Continue reading “Speech & Debate: What is it?”

UT: Hometown Heroes for KAC

December 2024 By Gabriela Semenov, Staff Reporter The University of Texas at Austin has long been a place dedicated to fostering athletic excellence. Among its nationally acclaimed scholastic programs, UT has been the home to some of the most competitive teams in collegiate sports history.  Texas has been the alma mater of some of theContinue reading “UT: Hometown Heroes for KAC”

Decoration Tips to Get You into the Holiday Spirit

December 2024 By Abril Rosas As the holidays are approaching, you might be thinking of ways that you can get into the Christmas vibe. During this time it is very common for many people to decorate their house with Christmas decorations as it brings them comfort from the fact that Christmas is approaching as wellContinue reading “Decoration Tips to Get You into the Holiday Spirit”

Has Senioritis Reached Epidemic Levels at KAC?

December 2024 By Bryan Garcia, Staff Reporter Senioritis is a common issue among high school seniors, typically seen around the second half of the school semester. This may look like procrastination, lack of effort or even disengagement. According to senior Fredis Arriaza, the phenomenon can happen because students begin to feel like their future isContinue reading “Has Senioritis Reached Epidemic Levels at KAC?”