The student news site of Kingwood Park High School

KP TIMES
The student news site of Kingwood Park High School

KP TIMES
The student news site of Kingwood Park High School

KP TIMES
Gabby Norman

Gabby Norman, Managing Editor

Gabrielle Norman, senior, has been on the Kingwood Park newspaper staff for four years. She served as the sports editor for one year, and has just started her second year as managing editor. Along with journalism, Norman is a part of both a club and select rugby team, is on varsity track, and is a part of the wrestling program. She also serves as the book club vice president and is a part of five national honor societies. Norman looks forward to finishing out her high school career with the program and will also look back fondly at the memories made.

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Senior Trent Burningham competes at Turner Stadium in March. He ran the 800 meter race at Regionals and qualified for the 5A State Track & Field Championships.

Burningham races his way to state meet

May 11, 2022
Junior Trent Burningham competes earlier this season in a meet. He has advanced in three events to the Regional track meet.

Trent Burningham chases state dreams

April 28, 2022
Junior Yailette Ibarra falls into the pool as teammate Favor Rogers continues trying to steer their sinking boat during fourth period.

Sinking boats still carry lessons

April 22, 2022
Math teacher Caroline Wick does a notebook check with junior Carlie Solomon during Algebra II in September.

Caroline Wick, math

April 12, 2022
Hannah Dalby practices the discus during seventh period in March.

Dalby sisters find common ground in field events

March 17, 2022
Freshman Khloe King competes against Summer Creek on Dec. 17. King wrestled through pain much of the season before ultimately breaking her finger at the region meet.

Wrestling takes physical toll on its athletes

February 17, 2022
Christian Valencia, 12, pins his opponent during a match. Valencia was a district champion, a regional qualifier and was recognized during that night’s senior celebration.

Wrestlers rack up wins in tournament action

February 16, 2022
Senior Jesse Viramontez looks to move the ball up the court against Montgomery. The boys have won their second district title and gone undefeated in district play for the first time in school history. Next year, they will face an entirely new district in the UILs realignment.

Changes ahead for teams in UIL’s realignment

February 15, 2022
[Review] Adele returns better than ever with 30

[Review] Adele returns better than ever with ’30’

January 14, 2022
Basketball has been a part of coach Jeffrey Hamiltons life since he was 4.

Basketball remains Hamilton’s passion

December 3, 2021
Senior Savannah Wilson drives to the basket against Willis on Nov. 23. The Panthers won 57-34.

Wilson ready for final season

December 2, 2021
Sophomore Elina Bailey competes in the district championships. She placed in the top 60 at the 5A State Championships.

Sophomore shines in first state meet

November 19, 2021
Sophomore Jaxon Sims warms up before a football game.

Sims takes advantage of opportunities at QB

October 12, 2021
Pablo Cantu Q&A

Pablo Cantu Q&A

October 2, 2021
Tony Sterner practices kicking at Turner before a varsity game against Barbers Hill.

Tony Sterner Q&A

September 29, 2021
The senior football team lines up for the national anthem before their game against South Houston.

Defensive line looks forward to season

September 29, 2021
Erick Zapata and Cameron Maxey prepare to return to the field against Barbers Hill Sept. 23.

Young o-line key to offense

September 29, 2021
TikToks Devious Licks challenge started impacting students on campus. At one point during the week it was especially hard to find hand soap in the boys bathrooms.

Devious Licks trend hits close to home

September 17, 2021
Attendance will not be factored into the decision on whether or not kids can exempt finals this year.

Attendance will not be factored into exam exemptions

September 2, 2021
The senior class will meet at 6:30 a.m. for Senior Sunrise on Friday. Breakfast will be served and students are encouraged to bring blankets to sit on.

Seniors look forward to breakfast at sunrise

August 23, 2021
Science teacher Joe Ehrhardt throws out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the Dayton game on April 24. Ehrhardt is retiring after 42 years in education.

Ehrhardt to retire after four decades of teaching

May 20, 2021
HazelAnne Prescott teaches AP Human Geography. She also leads the social studies national honor society.

HazelAnne Prescott, AP Human Geography

May 11, 2021
Senior Matt King drives the ball against Dayton on April 23 in the 7-1 victory. King had one hit and scored a run in the game win on senior day.

Home run King

April 26, 2021
Senior Maddie Sandquist turns her Humble opponent as she gets ready to pin her on March 10. Sandquist is ranked No. 1 in the state.

Maddie Sandquist returns to spotlight

March 26, 2021
Kingwood Park alum Nicole Kell continues training to compete in the Texas 4000, a bike ride from Austin to Anchorage to raise awareness for cancer research.

Alumni train for rigorous charity bike ride to Alaska

February 8, 2021
Obsession over class rank no longer a priority

Obsession over class rank no longer a priority

January 15, 2021
Reporting essentials.

Interviewing a highlight in reporting process

January 14, 2021
Junior Olivia Roberts is a virtual student this year, who is also filling some of her free time working at Starbucks.

Roberts enjoys virtual school, despises tensions in DC

January 12, 2021
Counselor Gina Sanchez created a special float in the Homecoming red wagon parade to showcase her virtual students she keeps in touch with during Thirty-Minute Thursday sessions.

Visits offer community for virtual students

December 18, 2020
With renderings courtesy of PBK Architects, community members can see the vision for the main entrance of the building, which is expected to be completed by 2022.

Renovations in works throughout the next year

December 9, 2020
Senior linebacker Wyatt Sheppard takes a break during an offensive series in the 27-18 win against Santa Fe on Nov. 19.

Linebacker leads by example in senior season

December 4, 2020
Junior Gabby Norman chose to stay home when the school allowed students to choose between virtual and in-person learning.

Tough year. Tough choices.

October 26, 2020
During fifth period practice, the varsity football players work on drills to prepare for their season opener this weekend against Pasadena South Houston. The team played a scrimmage last weekend.

Football team ready for Saturday night kickoff

September 22, 2020
Grace Byrd hangs out near the water during church camp in the summer. She tested positive for COVID-19 soon after returning home.

Worldwide pandemic affects students

September 17, 2020
Senior Jacob Bruce dribbles away from a Sharpstown player earlier this year. The Panthers were eliminated by Sharpstown one game away from State last year but avenged that loss this season. The boys were undefeated and dominated the district prior to the season being suspended.

Soccer teams await word on future of seasons

April 2, 2020
Senior Jacob Allen competes in the 400m wheelchair race on Feb. 24. While the season has been suspended, Allen has continued practicing at the Kingwood Middle track to stay in shape and prepare. He will compete at the University of Arizona next year, with his ultimate goal of competing in the 2024 Paralympic Games.

Allen sets sights on college, Olympic success

March 25, 2020
Freshman Cameron Maxey and junior Juan Garcia work out during class. Each sport rotated through the weight room on certain days so all teams could take advantage of it.

Renovations improve weight program for all sports

March 16, 2020
Sophomore Trey Ricker and his sister, freshman Bailey Ricker, have used their love for soccer to help them adjust to life in the U.S. after six years in Qatar.

Soccer a constant in Rickers’ lives after move from Qatar

February 13, 2020
Senior Luisa Alcala swims freestyle during a meet last January. It took her a number of months to get back into shape after being sidelined with a torn labrum.

Alcala bounces back from injuries for one final season

November 5, 2019
Robert Cornejo focuses during varsity tennis practice. He is one of two senior boys on the team and has been asked to teach tennis lessons.

Large number of seniors ready to make final season their best

November 4, 2019
Canen Adrian has a solitary moment on the field during a lull in the game. The senior has just started his second varsity season.

Brothers’ friendship prospers through football

October 30, 2019
Senior Bailey Schoener played with a cast on her left arm and her right hand during the state playoffs this year.

Injuries put damper on senior’s final seasons

May 15, 2019
Stewart ties up with another wrestler during a match. Stewart went all the way to regionals for wrestling this year.

Standout Senior Athletes: Wrestling

May 15, 2019
Standout Senior Athlete: Baseball

Standout Senior Athlete: Baseball

May 15, 2019
Standout Senior Athlete: Basketball

Standout Senior Athlete: Basketball

May 15, 2019
Sam Johansen celebrates during a Little League game. He was about seven.

Standout Senior Athletes: Football

May 2, 2019
John, Grant and Victoria Golden compete in track and have already won a few medals. The three are extremely competitive in everything from sports to academics. They all have high hopes for track season.

Golden trio surrounded by rivalry, love

March 28, 2019
Senior Bella Salazar crosses the ball during an early season game at Kingwood Park.

New field yields new opportunities

February 7, 2019
Senior Bobby Seales works at Kenneths Complete Car Care on Northpark each day during sixth and seventh period.

Seales works toward dreams of own shop

February 7, 2019
Students in teacher Scarlett Mays 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

December 11, 2018
While the defense is on the field, offensive coordinator Bruce Cox uses his headset to talk with the coaches watching from the Press Box as he gives tips to senior quarterback Sam Johansen.

Support from coach key in senior’s transition to quarterback

November 5, 2018
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