Empowering Young Women: The Impact of the Girls Empowerment Club

December 2024 By Alexander Martinez, Staff Reporter As I entered my junior year of high school one thing was evident there was more diversity in the clubs that the school now offered. Though many sparked an interest, one especially stuck out to me and that was Girls Empowerment Club. I wanted to learn more aboutContinue reading “Empowering Young Women: The Impact of the Girls Empowerment Club”

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Junior Fatima Segura is a Businesswoman and Student Leader

December 2024 By Diana Villanueva, Assistant Editor KAC has a strong selection of leaders who represent the future of our world. With many adversities against her, she continues to pursue her future interests while maintaining her academics up to date and extracurriculars. Ms. Segura has become an integral part of many clubs and organizations thatContinue reading “STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Junior Fatima Segura is a Businesswoman and Student Leader”

Empowering Abstinence: The Rise and Impact of the 4B Movement in Feminism

December 2024 By Jocelyn Caraveo, Assistant Editor, and Darian Cravin, Staff Reporter The 4B movement is one of the many radical feminist responses to traditional gender roles and reproductive expectations. It challenges societal norms and empowers women to envision a future free from state-imposed obligations, fostering discussions about safety, autonomy, and modern relationship dynamics. WhatContinue reading “Empowering Abstinence: The Rise and Impact of the 4B Movement in Feminism”

The Best Christmas Song of All Time?

December 2024 By Dominic Cerda and Angel De Blas, Staff Reporters It seems like every year there are new Christmas songs. But the number one song that people like to hear this time of year is “All I want for Christmas is You” by Mariah Carey. Our research on billboard.com has informed us that forContinue reading “The Best Christmas Song of All Time?”

Keeping Busy Over Winter Break

December 2024 By Nayeli Damian, Assistant Editor Transitioning from school to break is something every student looks forward to; however, as time passes, the desire to find something to do often arises. Many teenagers experience boredom during this time. While school provides structure and guidance for daily activities, that structure is often missing during breaks.Continue reading “Keeping Busy Over Winter Break”

Christmas in the Foster Care System

A student with experience in the Texas foster care system reflects on the challenges of the holiday season. December 2024 By Anonymous Ever wonder how kids in the system of Child Protective Services and foster care celebrate holidays like Christmas and New Years? These are all family gatherings, a time to spend with those weContinue reading “Christmas in the Foster Care System”

  Twisting Traditions: Austin’s Nutcracker Reimagines a Timeless Classic

December 2024 By Litzy Moreno, Staff Reporter This holiday season, the magic of the Nutcracker comes alive with a local twist as ballet dancers take the stage at Austin’s Long Center Dell Hall. From December 6 to 23, audiences will be transported into a world of sugarplum fairies, enchanted mice, and a captivating holiday adventure—reimaginedContinue reading ”  Twisting Traditions: Austin’s Nutcracker Reimagines a Timeless Classic”

Storytime in the Capital: Texas Book Festival 2024

December 2024 By Roxana Cobos, Translation Editor On November 16-17th, 2024, the Texas Book Festival took place Downtown, in the Capital of Texas. From Congress Avenue all the way to Brazos Street, large tents filled the streets. The ambience was lively and welcoming as the festival marked its 29th year anniversary of bringing Austin aContinue reading “Storytime in the Capital: Texas Book Festival 2024”

PERSONAL REFLECTION: Running at NXR

December 2024 By Anthony Mendoza, Staff Reporter It all began when a few of us decided to take part in Leo Manzano’s program, Phoenix, a training initiative designed to help runners push their limits and build something more than just personal bests. I was one of the first to join just to see what itContinue reading “PERSONAL REFLECTION: Running at NXR”

Boys Basketball Aims for a Championship

December 2024 By Kimberly Martinez, Staff Reporter As the KAC Boys Basketball team begins their season, they plan to be the best and play to their best abilities so that they are able to achieve excellence and win state championships. “By the end of the season we want to win the championship,” said Coach AnthonyContinue reading “Boys Basketball Aims for a Championship”