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Seniors Bennett Bowman and Maddy Billipp are seen jumping in the air as they conclude Talon TV’s weekly episode. Bowman and Billip travel around campus and amongst Upper School students when filming. Subtitles are added within the video to enhance its production.
Talon TV reappears for its second year
Maia MiQuel, Staff Writer • October 16, 2024
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Sophomore Molly Jane Dunn putting away her phone at the beginning of class.
New phone policy implemented in Upper School
October 4, 2024
Student leaders publicize opportunities for their peers during the Student Activity Showcase in the Katz Lobby on Aug. 27. Representatives of various groups set up a booth during the showcase, allowing students the opportunity to ask questions. “We brainstormed ways to talk to students that would let them know our mission,” said senior Bess Brazelton, head of the new Student Wellness Advisory Board.
Student activity showcase presents leadership opportunities
September 25, 2024
The first class of students to complete the CLEF program
New CLEF course teaches students fundamentals of entrepreneurship
September 22, 2024
Features
Head football coach Nathan Larned watches as the Falcons take on the Second Baptist Eagles on Sept. 27 during the 2024 homecoming game. The Falcons beat the Eagles 21-7 for a homecoming win. “The whole goal is to continue to get better every week,” coach Larned said. “We got to treat every week that way. And if we do, we stack a good day on top of a good day and a good week on top of a good week, then we'll get where we want to go.”
Larned named 'Coach of the Week' by Texas Army National Guard
Conlee Hodges, Staff Writer • October 2, 2024
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Junior Courtney Whittaker poses on the University of Denver lacrosse field. Whittaker verbally committed to the university’s lacrosse program a few days later. “I am thankful for my family for supporting me through everything,” Whittaker said.
Junior commits to play lacrosse at the next level
September 21, 2024
Mrs. Alexis Reyes, Upper School dean of academics, aids freshmen Reed Altsuler and Liam Thomas with a class assignment. Although she is an administrator, Mrs. Reyes also teaches a world history honors class. “This was our practice quiz from reading notes on Tang and Song China,” Mrs. Reyes said.
New dean of academics raises support for Upper School students, teachers
September 18, 2024
Senior Sabrina Nader poses in front of her booth at Fort Bend Senior Center selling dog supplies as part of her Girl Scout Gold Award project.
Senior serving seniors: student earns Girl Scout Gold Award
May 24, 2024
Sports
Boys cross country team arrives at Runners Workshop in Big Bear, California. The cross country team enjoyed training and team bonding over the course of 4 days. “This trip was an amazing bonding opportunity for our team.” said Junior Eli Mayer.
Cross country team travels to California for runners workshop
Georgia Holton, Staff Writer • October 4, 2024
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Mr. David Holm, Kinkaid’s athletic director, teaches “Sports and Society,” a new class in the Upper School. The class, which is popular among the school’s athletes, is a part of the history department. “I think all students, those who love history and those who are lukewarm on the study of history, benefit from seeing historical times, events and movements presented through the window of sports,” Mr. Holm said.
New Sports and Society class gains interest among student athletes
October 2, 2024
Head football coach Nathan Larned watches as the Falcons take on the Second Baptist Eagles on Sept. 27 during the 2024 homecoming game. The Falcons beat the Eagles 21-7 for a homecoming win. “The whole goal is to continue to get better every week,” coach Larned said. “We got to treat every week that way. And if we do, we stack a good day on top of a good day and a good week on top of a good week, then we'll get where we want to go.”
Larned named 'Coach of the Week' by Texas Army National Guard
October 2, 2024
Freshman quarterback Jordan Young scans for a wide receiver to make a play Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, during the third quarter in their game against Episcopal High School. Playing through rain, the Falcons’ game ended in a 14-6 loss in the final minutes of the fourth quarter of their second-ever game. Young states the loss “hurt, but now the team [and him] have to buckle down at practice so [they] can get the results [they] want in game.”
Freshman football team faces Episcopal
September 23, 2024
Lifestyles
Fundraiser Heads Teri Gordon and Kim Hankamer talk with customers picking up their mums on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024 around 3pm. Waiting for the remainder to pick up their purchases, Teri Gordon and Kim Hankamer were ready for the last three hours of Homecoming pickup. With most of the pickups done that Tuesday, Gordon states “about 60% of units were picked up yesterday, with 55 orders left to be picked up. A lot picked up early so if there was an issue, there was time for it to be fixed.”
Homecoming fundraiser for mums, garters returns
Kinley McCartney, Staff Writer • October 16, 2024
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Kinkaids’ Dance Company poses in front of a miniature Hollywood sign while exploring Hollywood Boulevard. The trip was a part of the dance company’s preseason. Dance teachers worked with an agency in New York to customize the experience for Kinkaid’s dancers.
Dance Company travels to Los Angeles for preseason training, bonding
September 20, 2024
Sophomore Gabriella Rendon opens the Saturn app while working on schoolwork in the Dining and Learning Center. She is viewing her block schedule for the day, and the app lets her see what class she has next. “I love how it shows me what class I have next and how much time is left in the class that I’m in!”
Students utilize Saturn app for class scheduling, time management
September 16, 2024
Junior Gus Griggs and his team head to the back of the court to start the dodgeball match. “Off the rip, I felt really good about our chances at winning. We started out strong, but just couldn’t finish the game,” said Griggs.
Students compete in field day dodgeball tournament
May 23, 2024
Opinion
Helen Ren illustrates how students attempt to hide and use their phones during class.
New phone policy enhances learning
Alexia Hoffman, Multimedia Producer • September 27, 2024
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The Dance Company performs guest choreographer Ms. Lina Yeh's traditional Chinese dance piece.
Dance Company's 'spirited' performance captivates and enthralls
November 13, 2023
Freshmen stand outside the Times Square AMC at the All-American Film Festival.
All-American brings new connections, hope and perspective to student filmmakers
November 1, 2023
Juniors Sam Ferber and Shaan Dhutia watch the eclipse at St. Mary's Hall in San Antonio, TX.
Cultural discussions around the eclipse should be held at Kinkaid
October 25, 2023
Multimedia
Senior Kate Hyman puts a lattice-crossed crust atop the blend of fruits. “The actual dough was frozen stuck, so we had to use a hair dryer just so we would be able to unroll it. It was still so fun,” said Hyman.
Drawing and painting class makes pie after still life unit
Ellie Mehta, Copy Editor • October 16, 2024
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Varsity players participating in painting each other's cars with window markers after a fun practice. Some cars said “state bound,” and “go kinkaid varsity lacrosse.” The Swanson family provided pizza for the team.
Girls' lacrosse players practice for SPC, decorate cars
May 16, 2024
As a Coca-Cola Scholar, senior Eshaan Mani was invited to Atlanta to participate in a weekend-long celebration and leadership development program. Mani poses wearing his Coca-Cola lanyard by the welcome sign in the Hilton Atlanta Airport, which was the main site of the weekend. “Most of the leadership development, games, and team building activities were held in the ballroom of the Hilton,” Mani said. “The only events outside the hotel were the opening banquet at the Georgia International Convention Center, a tour of the Center for Civil Rights and World of Coca-Cola and the final party at Coke headquarters.”
Mani awarded prestigious Coca-Cola scholarship
May 13, 2024
Members of Kinkaid’s South Asian Heritage Club perform “Mauja Hi Mauja,” a dance from the movie “Jab We Met.” “I really enjoyed being able to showcase my culture,” senior Kaveen Shah said.
Students showcase culture through art, music, dance at AAPI Night
April 29, 2024
The Falcon Issue 5 – 2023-2024
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