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
Maya Ortiz

Maya Ortiz, Editor-in-Chief

Maya Ortiz, senior, is starting her fourth year on the newspaper staff as the editor-in-chief. She was named NSPA high school photojournalist in 2021 and 2022. Maya is also on the teen leadership council of the Houston Zoo’s Zoo Crew Program. Maya enjoys listening to David Bowie, watching musicals and reading Alice Oseman books.

All content by Maya Ortiz
Marissa Manfred works through a lesson with her 7th period students. Manfred is teaching Advanced English I and II in her first year on campus.

New staff members fill key roles in new year

Maya Ortiz, Editor-in-Chief
August 10, 2022
Kate Hargrave, Emily Bernal, Andrea Cardona Sanchez and Michael Kell watch their hats fly at the end of their graduation ceremony at NRG Stadium on May 27.

Seniors celebrate graduation in style

Maya Ortiz and Arleigh Doehring
May 29, 2022
Theater teacher Jami Windham emcees the homecoming pep rally. She spent the past three years at Kingwood Park but is moving to Autumn Ridge Middle School in the fall.

[Photo] Five fine arts teachers to leave Kingwood Park

Exa Nix, Staff Writer
May 24, 2022
Sophomore Andrew Hennings throws a pitch in the first inning against Summer Creek on Feb. 21. It was the final scrimmage for the players before their first official game.

Family support lifts Hennings during sophomore season

Maya Ortiz, Design Editor
May 23, 2022
Kathleen Ortiz and Rhian Davis work on a story during newspaper class in the spring.

[Photo] Transfer leads senior onto unexpected path

Rhian Davis, Staff Writer
May 20, 2022
History teacher Eric Coovert talks in May of 2022 about his time at Texas A&M while showing off his boots he wore his senior year as a part of the Corps of Cadets. He was a drummer in the Aggie band.

[Photo] Eric Coovert, teacher and coach

Katie Gerbasich, Yearbook Editor
May 3, 2022

[Video] [Video] After fights, students adjust to new bell schedules

Maya Ortiz, Design Editor
April 29, 2022
All students in attendance had to stay in the cafeteria during their assigned 30 minute lunch. For the past four years, the students have had an hour to eat and socialize with their friends in almost all areas of the school, while also having clubs and tutoring options.

[Video] Recent fights lead to new bell schedules, increase in security

Samantha Head, Staff Writer
April 29, 2022
Junior Solomon Karash celebrates at the end of an early Grand Oaks meet with coach Chris Elliott. Karash is a member of the 4x400 relay team.

[Photo] Regional qualifiers ready to shine at Turner Stadium

Jacob Jolly and Alicyn Logue
April 29, 2022
Third Fantastic Beasts movie worth the wait

Third Fantastic Beasts movie worth the wait

Maya Ortiz, Design Editor
April 21, 2022
Senior Kendall Kerr lines up a putt during a golf tournament in the fall. She will compete at the regional golf championships this week.

Regional Ready

Maya Ortiz, Design Editor
April 19, 2022
Kristen Lynam showcases her collection of frogs. She has made a positive impact on students throughout her biology commons.

[Photo] Kristen Lynam, biology

Shelby Townsend, Staff Writer
April 19, 2022
Scarlett May teaches the criminal justice classes on campus.

[Photo] Scarlett May, criminal justice

Jayla Canizales, Staff Writer
April 19, 2022
Solomon Karash celebrates with coach Chris Elliott at the end of the Grand Oaks Invitational early in the track season.

[Photo] Chris Elliott, coach and teacher

Reece Cavallo, Staff Writer
April 7, 2022
Before kickoff against College Station in the first round of the playoffs, coach Jess White laughs while talking with assistants Holland Ensminger and Luke Gorney.

[Photo] Jess White, Government teacher and coach

Kathleen Ortiz, Editor in Chief
April 5, 2022
Senior Kathleen Ortiz reacts after the final buzzer sounded in the 4-0 loss against Magnolia in the Regional Quarterfinals on April 1. She was a senior captain on the team and the only senior to play on varsity all four years.

Soccer girls playoff run ends in regional quarterfinals

Alicyn Logue and Maya Ortiz
April 2, 2022
Freshman goalkeeper Courtney Daniel celebrates after the second-round victory with Kate Tiedtke, Kennedy Dolmage and Eve Hoyt.

Panthers advance to Regional Quarterfinals

Maya Ortiz, Design Editor
March 31, 2022
Elizabeth Carvajal celebrates at the end of regulation in the Area championships with Emmy Segura and Brianna Quiararte.

[Photo] Panthers avenge last year’s playoff loss, look toward Friday night lights

Rhian Davis, Staff Writer
March 31, 2022
Freshman goalkeeper Courtney Daniel punts the ball during overtime against College Station in the bi-district championship.

[Photo] TRIPLE THREAT

Keyara Weber, Staff Writer
March 29, 2022
Volunteer assistant coach Holland Ensminger talks strategy with sophomore Eve Hoyt at halftime of the girls soccer team’s game against Lake Creek. Ensminger used to play for coach Jess White when she was in high school. Now, she is back to learn more from him as she looks pursue coaching.

[Photo] New voice helps lift Panthers

Rhian Davis, Staff Writer
March 28, 2022
Coach Jess White shouts encouragement from the sidelines during the penalty shootout against College Station on March 24, 2021.

[Photo] Coaching is Jess White’s calling

Elizabeth Duncan, Staff Writer
March 29, 2022
Assistant coach Luke Gorney talks with junior Liv Roach during the soccer team's first-round playoff game against College Station on March 22.

[Photo] Luke Gorney, teacher and coach

Keyara Weber, Staff Writer
April 13, 2022
Players race to celebrate with freshman Courtney Daniel, who was in goal during the penalty shootout on March 24 against College Station.

[Slideshow] Penalty kicks propel girls soccer into Round 2

Maya Ortiz, Design Editor
March 25, 2022
Senior Tony Sterner was the football team's primary kicker and punter the last few years. He will continue kicking at Incarnate Word in the fall.

[Photo] Soccer skills help lead Sterner to Div. I football

Jacob Jolly, Staff Writer
March 24, 2022
Offensive coordinator Bruce Cox speaks with sophomore quarterback Jaxon Sims prior to a game at Turner Stadium on Sept. 23.

[Photo] Jaxon Sims embraces quarterback challenge

Aidan Oakes, Staff Writer
March 20, 2022
Junior Luc Wehby laughs with a teammate during an after school golf practice at the Kingwood Country Club's Golf Advantage School.

[Video] ‘I’m a fighter’

Maya Ortiz, Design Editor
March 10, 2022
The students held a pep rally on March 4. It will likely be the last pep rally of the year.

[Photo] Final pep rally fires up students

Lexi Guillen, Video Editor
March 8, 2022
Junior Brynn Baldon hugs junior Nadia Lawrence as sophomore Addie Gray joins the goal celebration. Baldon headed in a corner kick by senior Kathleen Ortiz to give the Panthers an early 1-0 lead on March 4.

[Slideshow] Girls soccer ties Montgomery, remains No. 1 in district

Alicyn Logue and Maya Ortiz
March 5, 2022
Sophomore Andrew Hennings throws a pitch in the first inning against Summer Creek on Feb. 21. It was the final scrimmage for the players before their first official game.

[Photo] Young baseball team looks to make big strides

Rhian Davis, Staff Writer
February 24, 2022
Freshman Abbey Papadimitriou has been playing softball since she was little and is now on the varsity softball team.

[Photo] Humans of KPARK: Abbey Papadimitriou

Ava Sayre, Staff Writer
February 23, 2022

[Video] [Video] Student Press Freedom Day important to high school journalists

Maya Ortiz, Design Editor
February 21, 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.

[Photo] Wrestlers rack up wins in tournament action

Gabby Norman, Managing Editor
February 16, 2022
Senior Rachel Morris fires up the crowd at a pep rally earlier this year. Once football season ended, the cheerleaders still cheered on the basketball teams but also focused on preparing for their competition season.

[Photo] Cheer caps off strong return to competition

Jacob Valcarce, Staff Writer
February 15, 2022
Sophomore Daisha George looks for her cue as the cheerleaders prepare for a pep rally performance on Aug. 27.

[Photo] Daisha George ready for big stage

Jayla Canizales, Staff Writer
February 11, 2022
Teammates celebrate Taysia Constantino after she made a play to end the inning against Livingston.

[Slideshow] Softball season returns to action

Maya Ortiz, Design Editor
February 3, 2022
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