Kickapoo High Quarterly

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Kickapoo High Quarterly

KHQ TODAY
Kickapoo High Quarterly

KHQ TODAY
All content by Madison Bryant
Early in the morning, nothing is better than enjoying a nice breakfast before school.

Breakfast Madness

Getting breakfast before school starts helps fuel your brain for the day and can also be a time to hang out with friends. However, not everyone likes getting up early, so here is a list of breakfast places close to school that you can grab quickly.
Madison Bryant, Marketing Manager • May 14, 2024

The Big Biscuit    Located in Kickapoo Corners, The Big Biscuit is a great option for breakfast. They open at 6:30 every morning which allows ample time to enjoy a nice meal before the school...

Exploring some of the abnormal things we have within our school.

Things That Just Make Sense Here…

Some "treasured" aspects of the school that are actually strange.
Madison Bryant, Marketing Manager • April 25, 2024

 It’s no secret this is an interesting school. However, being a student here makes you numb to all the weird things we have.  Here is your reminder of all the things that we claim are “normal”, ...

A lot of nostalgic shows from our childhood can be found on streaming services such as Disney+.

A Trip Down Memory Lane

Television shows we watched everyday as kids have slipped our minds. This is a reminder of all the shows you loved and enjoyed throughout your childhood that are sure to bring back nostalgic feelings.
Madison Bryant, Marketing Manager • February 28, 2024

As a kid, I remember sitting in front of the TV while playing with play-dough or eating a snack. However, it’s hard to remember every TV show I watched and enjoyed. I know I’m not the only one who...

Summer Weems with other HOSA members at last year's invitationals. Photo courtesy of Summer Weems.

Hooray for HOSA!

Many members of our school’s HOSA chapter have put in the work to qualify for the state competition.
Madison Bryant, Marketing Manager • February 28, 2024

Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) is one of the most popular clubs students take part in at school. Focused around a career in healthcare, members are presented with many learning opportunities...

Chicken strip meals from both restaurants preparing to go head to head.

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner

Two chicken chains go head to head. Who will win the fight?
Madison Bryant, Marketing Manager • December 15, 2023

  When it comes to choosing your favorite chicken chain, there is a flock of options to choose from. I will be comparing chicken strips, fries, and the signature sauce from Raising Cane’s and Chick-fil-A Chick-fil-A:  When...

Students and community members walking around the track to "step up" for Down Syndrome.

Stepping Up For Down Syndrome

HOSA put together a special event to raise awareness for Down Syndrome.
Madison Bryant, Business Manager • October 19, 2023

For many, October is known for Halloween and the beginning of fall, but those are not the only things that occur during this time. Down Syndrome Awareness Month commences every October and this year, a...

All four Gatorade flavors lined up.

The Greatest Gatorade

Ranking the classic Gatorade flavors.
Madison Bryant, Reporter • May 15, 2023

Everyone has had gatorade at some point in their childhood. However, which flavor reigns supreme over all the other ones? It’s about to be summer time which means I need to find out which one of these...

Participants going over the rules before starting the game.

May the Fun Be With You

HOSA hosted a “singo” night as a way to fundraise.
Madison Bryant, Reporter • May 15, 2023

Bingo is known to be a classic game to play, but it can get boring listening to number after number being read off. This is why HOSA hosts a “singo” night which is a musical twist on the original game...

The Missouri Seal of Biliteracy banner hanging in the Spanish hallway.

Behind the Seal

Multiple students earn the Missouri Seal of Biliteracy every year for their dedication to learning another language, but few know what that entails.
Madison Bryant, Reporter • April 28, 2023

In a world where multiple cultures coexist with one another, exploring different customs and lifestyles can help connect with people all around the world.    Our world language department not only...

Color guard tops off their performance with a final pose.

Flying Through Competition

Many people know what color guard is, but not many know the amount of work that goes into it.
Madison Bryant, Reporter • March 3, 2023

 Flags being thrown high in the air and sparkling costumes twirling around might be the first thought that comes to mind when thinking about color guard, but the sport involves much more.    Throughout...

A collage of the top rated songs of 2022.

Playlist of 2022

As we wrap up 2022, let's look back at some of the top hits that were released this year.
Madison Bryant, Reporter • December 15, 2022

Bad Habit by Steve Lacy    I have heard this song a lot and am still not tired of it. This is a very chill and relaxing song that is perfect to listen to any time of the day.     It has been...

The cheer team poses for a picture at their competition.

Kickapoo Cheer is Headed to State

Kickapoo cheer qualified to state after their regional competition.
Madison Bryant, Reporter • October 17, 2022

 The Kickapoo competition cheer team has set themselves up for success by placing at their regional competition this past September.    They competed against multiple other high school cheer teams...