Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
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![Graduation and prom are two of the most expensive senior activities.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Screenshot-2024-05-14-at-3.04.06 PM.png)
A Costly Experience
Senior year is glorified as the pinnacle of high school, but everyone’s too quick to throw money at it.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• May 14, 2024
![Brain Rot is often made fun of online, but its a big issue with younger generations.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/brainrotjpeg-1.jpg)
From Baby to Brain Rot
Brain Rot isn’t just a meme online, it’s a real-life phenomenon that’s been evolving with us since we were children.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• April 29, 2024
![When class is let out, the parking lot is a horror show.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/stupidpoopidparkinglot-1200x800.jpg)
Please Learn to Drive
The parking lot at our school is a nightmare when we’re released. For everyone’s safety, please take your time while driving.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• February 27, 2024
![Giving a gift is kind no matter what, but other cultures have different traditions when giving a gift.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IMG_0028-1200x800.jpg)
Gifting Around the Globe!
Learning the etiquette of gift giving for other cultures.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• December 19, 2023
![Confuse your pals by throwing vintage slang into your conversations.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/image1-1200x900.jpeg)
Old Slang for the Gang
Take a trip back in time with your friends when you share some of these older terms!
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• October 17, 2023
![Promposals are a common and popular trend](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screen-Shot-2023-05-16-at-2.35.04-PM-900x694.png)
Bop or Flop: Prom Trends
Prom is a magical time in every young person’s life. Some of the looks are above and beyond, but other trends don’t hit the mark.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• May 16, 2023
![Stop the Prop was one new initiative this year.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_9884-900x600.jpg)
A Look At The New Rules
With all the changes happening around our school, it can be hard to keep up. Here are some of the new rules that have been implemented this school year.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• May 16, 2023
![The original color associated with St. Patricks day was blue.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/St.PatsDayYay-900x758.jpg)
The St. Patrick’s Story
How the most famous Irish holiday came to be.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• March 3, 2023
![The Resect for Marriage act helps recognize legal same sex marriages across state lines.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/IMG_9742-900x600.jpg)
Love is Banned?
Gay marriage in Missouri has been banned since 2021, but the Respect for Marriage act gives LGBTQ+ people hope.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• December 14, 2022
![Take a pail and go trick or treating!](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/EEFFDVBBV-pumpkin-900x806.jpg)
Ditch the Parties!
This Halloween, ditch the parties and try some of these activities instead!
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• October 14, 2022
![The City Championships will take place at Andy Bs](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/IMG_9983-900x600.jpg)
Bowling Recap
The Varsity and Junior Varsity bowling teams have had an impressive year.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• May 20, 2022
![Burrell Behavioral Health is one facility in Springfield where you can get quality help for mental health.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/IMG_9990-900x600.jpg)
Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health Awareness Month is in May, here are some helpful reminders and coping mechanisms for when you need help.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• May 20, 2022
![The word hummus comes from an Arabic word, and is made of chickpeas.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20191231-AMX-FOOD-THE-11-BEST-RECIPES-OF-2-TB-900x606.jpg)
Arab Heritage History Month
25 countries speak Arabic as an official, or co-official language.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• April 29, 2022
![Spotify is one of themes commonly used music platforms.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/IMG_9591-900x600.jpg)
Best Music for Working
For me, I need music to focus while I work, which is why I think I know the best music to listen to while you work.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• April 29, 2022
![Primas Mexican Grill has three locations in Missouri, two in Springfield, one in Ozark.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/IMG_1341-900x600.jpg)
Four Amazing Local Restaurants
Wanting to eat out? Check out these locally owned restaurants, which all have vegan or vegetarian options!
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• March 4, 2022
![Guinea pigs are very commonly tested on.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/TRINCOPY-copy.jpg)
The Fight for Cruelty Free
Not only is animal testing unethial, but it’s also proven to be ineffective.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• February 8, 2022
![LGBTQ+ students often feel isolated from their peers.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/KAT-LGBT-SEX-FINAL-PIConline-900x600.jpg)
A Gay Agenda
The fight for LGBTQ+ Sex Education in schools.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• January 8, 2022
![The main reason that some countries are](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/IMG_9952-900x600.jpg)
An Olympic Dilemma
The United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada are all boycotting the 2022 Winter Olympics.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• December 17, 2021
![The most commonly known Blair Witch movie poster features one of the film students, crying with a knitted cap on, this is a recreation of that photo.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/BLAIR-WITCH-PIC.jpg)
Not Your Average Horror
The Blair Witch Project is an interesting take on the idea of film students making a documentary, turned horror.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• October 21, 2021
![Masking is no ones favorite thing, but its important for everyones safety during a pandemic.](https://khqtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/MALLOT-MASK.jpg)
Against the Masks
Attorney General Eric Schmitt sues the mayor of Kansas City after a new mask mandate.
Kat Owsley, Social Commissioner
• October 21, 2021
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