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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
Sports
Running together, senior Juan Herrera, junior Tristan Parfait and senior Will Burningham run in the second half of the 2-mile course at Creekwood Middle School.
Cross country opens season with warm-up race
Tricia Darcy, Editor-in-Chief • August 11, 2025

The girls and boys cross country kicked off their seasons in a 2-mile race at Creekwood Middle School on Aug. 9. The meet was a warm-up for the...

After hitting the ball, sophomore Reagan Sharpe watches as the ball passes over the net in a match against Magnolia on Aug. 8.
Tennis opens season with heated match
Shawn Chaney, Staff Photographer • August 9, 2025
Senior Alex Cruickshank looks downfield as a Caney Creek defender try’s to tag him down.
Football gets jump start on season in 7-on-7
Zachary Ford, Staff Writer • June 4, 2025
After winning the third game of the state semifinals series, the Panthers celebrate in the middle of the field. The team will play in the State championship on June 6 for the first time in program history.
Baseball team reaches State Championship game for first time
Tricia Darcy, Visuals Editor • June 2, 2025
Krisslyn Boyles gains yards on a carry during the championship game at the powderpuff competition on May 16. The seniors beat the sophomores on a last-second goal.
Last-second goal secures powderpuff win for seniors
Cameron Minatrea, Staff Writer • May 23, 2025
News
Captain Blake Hartman talks with students on Aug. 20 about his career path in the military after graduating from Kingwood Park in 2010. He now works for the United States Space Force.
Hartman shares journey, advice in return to alma mater
Cameron Minatrea, Sports Editor • August 26, 2025

When Blake Hartman sat his head on the desk again, his teacher knew that once again he was going to sleep, and missing another lesson in her...

Students talk during lunch, while others read or play cards with friends. The personal communication device ban includes lunch and passing periods.
Ban on cell phones, headphones creates instant change
Tricia Darcy, Editor-in-Chief • August 15, 2025

For new and returning students, walking into the school building looked different this year. On the first day of school, teachers and administrators...

Features
Shiloh, Amber and Jeff Wilson at their ranch in Coldspring, Texas, in Oct. 2022. The family used to escape to their ranch when their schedules allowed.
Wilson family leaves legacy on Kingwood Park community
Sydney Ortiz, Editor-in-Chief • July 24, 2025

Auto collision teacher Jeff Wilson and his wife Amber stood right outside the Kingwood Park dugout on May 1. Their 12-year-old son Shiloh was inside wearing...

Junior Paisley Thomas shows up some of her favorite Converse sneakers. She has collected 14 pairs over the years.
Converse offers outlet for self-expression
Jack Coffey, Staff Writer • May 21, 2025
Freshman Eden Rotberg already plays two instruments in the orchestra and plans to learn to play the cello next year.
Rotberg orchestrates musical journey
Marie Wakefield, Staff Writer • May 21, 2025
What are red flags in friendships?
What are red flags in friendships?
Genesis Murillo and Kenia Umanzor • May 13, 2025
Opinions
Cameron Minatrea
Love for writing gives Minatrea much-needed outlet
Cameron Minatrea, Staff Writer • June 2, 2025

I ripped a page out of my science notebook. While all the other kids threw pencils around the class or slept, I just had the urge to write. I...

Sydney Ortiz attends "In the Heights" at the Hobby Center on May 27. She fell in love with the musical in 2017 when she first heard the album. She saw it on stage for the first time this year.
‘In the Heights’ amplifies cultural pride
Sydney Ortiz, Sports Editor • June 1, 2025
Emerson Harris enjoys a trip to the new part at Universal Studios. Photo submitted by Emerson Harris.
Epic Universe creates epic experience for visitors
Emerson Harris, Staff Writer • May 27, 2025
"Thunderbolts*" cast is filled with stars from throughout the Marvel Universe. Photo courtesy of Disney.
‘Thunderbolts’ teases, disappoints Marvel fans
Shawn Chaney, Special Contributor • May 27, 2025
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Captain Blake Hartman talks with students on Aug. 20 about his career path in the military after graduating from Kingwood Park in 2010. He now works for the United States Space Force.

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Senior Landon Coburn prepares to throw his first pitch in the state championship game after subbing into the game in the top of the second inning. Kingwood Park fell to Grapevine, 9-5, on June 6.

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Students talk during lunch, while others read or play cards with friends. The personal communication device ban includes lunch and passing periods.

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Running together, senior Juan Herrera, junior Tristan Parfait and senior Will Burningham run in the second half of the 2-mile course at Creekwood Middle School.

Cross country opens season with warm-up race

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Shiloh, Amber and Jeff Wilson at their ranch in Coldspring, Texas, in Oct. 2022. The family used to escape to their ranch when their schedules allowed.

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