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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

With the rise of generative AI and new technology, students have become addicted to their phones. They have also become distracted and disconnected from the world around them. This year, the Kinkiad...

The Dance Company performs guest choreographer Ms. Lina Yeh's traditional Chinese dance piece.

Dance Company’s ‘spirited’ performance captivates and enthralls

Zoe An, Staff Writer November 13, 2023

Students took part in the Dance Company’s performance of “Feel the Spirit” this weekend, tying in various cultures and dance styles.  One of the most memorable pieces I watched was “Sweet Sweet...

Freshmen stand outside the Times Square AMC at the All-American Film Festival.

All-American brings new connections, hope and perspective to student filmmakers

Zoe An, Staff Writer November 1, 2023

After countless hours of filming, editing, producing and directing, everything was made worthwhile for the 400 students from across the globe who were accepted into the All-American High School Film Festival...

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

Eshaan Mani, Editor-in-Chief October 25, 2023

The annular solar eclipse was a big deal at Kinkaid. Students and faculty flocked to the Quad, and some even traveled to San Antonio’s St. Mary’s Hall, to catch a glimpse of the rare celestial event...

Orange trees flourished in the Jewish quarter of Seville.

Students traverse Spain’s historic cities

Josh Sweetland, Staff Writer January 30, 2023

During Interim Term, I had the privilege to travel to Spain and have an experience of a lifetime, touring the country and immersing myself in its unique culture. Excited and anxious, 17 Kinkaid students...

Sophomore John Osborne, right, appears with students who tried goat yoga during Interim Term.

‘Lucky’ student yogis enjoy practice with goats

John Osborne, Contributor January 22, 2023

I know people have heard of regular yoga as a great way to get exercise and relax with friends or family, but I bet fewer people have thought of adding goats to the mix. Animals have proven to have therapeutic...

Sophomore Marisa Boué enjoys shadowing the athletic trainer.

Sports credits’ pros and cons lead to conflicted students

Ellie Mehta, Staff Writer December 6, 2022

With countless awards adorning the walls of the athletic facilities, students practicing on various fields throughout the day, and sports stickers decorating almost every locker, it is clear that athletics...

Students argue they need more sleep, which can be achieved by doing away with zero period.

Zero period: useless or under-utilized?

Ana Susman and Caroline Nelson December 6, 2022

Senior Joycie Brass' Monday mornings start with a race from the track to the science lab. Cross Country practice ends at 7:15 am. By 7:45 am, zero period has begun. Zero period, an extra class period...

Military soldiers standing together.

Mandatory public service is unnecessary

Jaisal Kalapatapu, Editor in Chief October 24, 2022

Upon graduation from high school, teenagers are finally set free to follow their own path. For the first time, they are allowed to make their own choice about how to spend their life whether by pursuing...

Elliott Crantz and George Kinder speak with Rudy Tomjanovich on Sept. 21. Mr. Tomjanovich's visit to campus was an instance where professional dress was required.

The debate over professional dress

Ana Susman, Staff Writer April 25, 2022

On professional dress days, Kinkaid students flood into the Brown Auditorium and their best suits, ties, skirts, and dresses. Students and faculty are instructed to suit up in their best business-like...

Upper School students and faculty stopped by the Diwali feast between classes.

Sharing the light: celebrating Diwali at school

Eshaan Mani, Executive Digital Editor November 9, 2021

The aroma of spicy samosas, lilting tunes of Bollywood music and the warm light of clay lamps fill the air each fall, as scores of Indians around the world celebrate the festival of Diwali, known in English...

A scene from a weekend showing of "The Wolves."

A reflection on KinkADE Underground’s “The Wolves”

Sanjna Pandit, Guest Writer October 19, 2021

After months of planning, auditioning, casting and rehearsals, Sarah Delappe’s exhilarating play, “The Wolves,” came to life for the Kinkaid community.  From the first read-through to curtain...

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