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?”
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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?”
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”
