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KP TIMES

The student news site of Kingwood Park High School

KP TIMES

The student news site of Kingwood Park High School

KP TIMES

Presents donated and wrapped by students and faculty members are separated out in the back room of the 1600 hallway house office. The presents were given to Elm Grove Elementary students before the break.

Angel Tree allows students, staff to make impact

Sara Geiger, Editor In-Chief December 11, 2019

During the holiday season, students and staff gave back to the community through the Angel Tree program. Faculty members as well as student clubs and organizations had the opportunity to give gifts to...

Elijah Monks, a senior who has been involved with Audio-Visual Production since he was a sophomore, checks to make sure the video he is filming has good lighting. The students used to create monthly program called KPARK News.

Video students create new content to share

Blanca Cantu, Opinions Editor November 4, 2019

Sophomores and freshmen no longer know of the news show that aired every six weeks from the advanced audio-visual students. Juniors and seniors still remember KPark News, however. While it had more entertainment...

Freshman Christian Young is passionate about the Heart Walk Association's annual heart walk. He had heart surgery in fifth grade.

Heart Walk impacts local families

Taylor Rankin, Staff Writer November 1, 2019

Every year the Heart Walk Association gets kids from middle school, high school and some colleges together for a 5k walk. This walk is a family-friendly event there is organizations, vendors, fun games...

Junior Evan Janacek, who plays the lead role of “Seymour” in the musical “Little Shop of Horrors,” practices a scene during after school rehearsal. The cast has rehearsals nearly everyday leading up to the opening night on Nov. 14.

Students ready to shine as musical begins

Sara Geiger, News Editor October 31, 2019

For the first time since theater director Abbey Fera arrived at KPark in 2015, the theater program has chosen to do a musical by itself. The most recent musical theater took part in was “Fiddler on the...

Seniors Giselle Roman, Jaclyn Brumfield, Hailey Dwight and Tanna Leeds talk with two women from the League of Women Voters who came during flex hour to register students to vote.

Young people still a target for candidates despite low turnout rates

Sara Geiger, News Editor October 31, 2019

The ability to vote and elect leaders is a central part of a democratic society, and it’s a necessary step in making sure your voice is heard. Dr. Donna Papadimitriou taught economics at Caney Creek...

Imelda

Recovering, again

Kathleen Ortiz, Features Editor October 30, 2019

Pond water was already pooling inside Hoa Do’s living room when she woke up on Sept. 19. She faced the water alone. With her parents at work, the sophomore began to worry. She was afraid her parents’...

Christi Keelen

Beloved English teacher passes away

Sara Geiger, News Editor October 29, 2019

Dr. Christi Keelen, 41, passed away in the hospital two days after experiencing a brain aneurysm on Wednesday, Oct. 23. “I know that she touched lives every place she was,” Cathey Buck, the academic...

During the passing period between fourth and fifth period, the usually packed commons had very few students walking through it. Testing was canceled Wednesday, and students were told absences would not count against exam exemptions or perfect attendance.

Students, staff adapt after flooding disrupts week

Kathleen Ortiz, Staff Writer May 8, 2019

With the AP test days away, calculus teacher Jim Dang had only three students in his third period class reviewing. Situations like Dang’s were common on Wednesday as less than 10% of the student body...

New Kingwood Middle to break ground in fall

New Kingwood Middle to break ground in fall

Rafael Boecher, Staff Writer February 12, 2019

Built all the way back in 1977, Kingwood Middle School is overdue for a remodel. The old systems and lack of technology have proven difficult for those attending. Poor heating, poor air conditioning in...

Students in teacher Scarlett May's Criminal Justice class meet professionals after a police helicopter arrived on campus for a special event for the class.

Criminal justice classes get up-close look at potential careers

Gabby Norman, Staff Writer December 11, 2018

Criminal Justice classes had a surprise they won’t soon forget - a helicopter.  The classes had an in-school field trip Nov. 29. A helicopter and SWAT vehicle were on campus to help students get close...

Angel Tree, wish lists to arrive after Thanksgiving break

Angel Tree, wish lists to arrive after Thanksgiving break

Jayme Wilkey, Staff Writer November 16, 2018

For about eight years, students and staff have given back to the community by collecting donations for an Angel Tree. “K-Park is just known for giving back to its community,” assistant principal...

Members of the drumline visit with a Houston police officer as they prepare to play in front of the horses. The HPD brought their horses to the school to listen to the drumline to help prepare the horses to deal with the sounds of gunshots.

Drumline plays role in training HPD horses

Autumarie Kellett, News Editor November 13, 2018

The band drumline helped train new HPD horses on Nov. 7. This is the second year the horses and police officers have come to the parking lot near the band doors. For the horses, it is the first step in...

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