Best Ways to Study (from a High School Senior)
With finals season here, many college and high school students are studying for class finals and end-of-year exams. One of the most significant problems among the younger generation is learning and staying on task for an extended time. There are multiple ways to get work done, whether it’s a unique… Continue reading Best Ways to Study (from a High School Senior)
2025 Miami Grand Prix
This past week, 20 drivers from 10 teams competed in the Formula 1 (F1) Miami Grand Prix. With rainy weather all weekend, some unfortunate events occurred, and some history was made. In the first sprint qualifying race, the newest Mercedes driver, Kimi Antonelli, became the youngest pole sitter in F1.… Continue reading 2025 Miami Grand Prix
On Cleanliness
Cleanliness, a word with many, many meanings. From describing someone’s hygiene -which this article will mostly cover- to how clean your car is, cleanliness is something that everyone should strive to achieve. Cleanliness is, as defined by Oxford Languages, “the state or quality of being clean or being kept clean”.… Continue reading On Cleanliness
On Employment And My Struggles
Many high school students often find themselves working their first jobs during their Junior and Senior years of high school. From working as an Intern at a local arts center to serving tables and tourists at a restaurant, most lower-skill jobs aimed at high school students are often filled up… Continue reading On Employment And My Struggles
Why You Should Start Reading Again
As smartphones and other technology advances, and social media gets more popular, people stray further and further from reading, especially paperback or hardback books. Although it’s challenging to find a good book, getting back into reading can have great benefits mentally and physically. The first, and probably the most important,… Continue reading Why You Should Start Reading Again
Vance and Walz, 2012 Called
Last night, the two vice presidential candidates for the 2024 election, Senator JD Vance of Ohio and Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota, representing the GOP and Democratic tickets respectively, faced off in a debate hosted by CBS News in their Manhattan film studio. The debate is likely the last debate… Continue reading Vance and Walz, 2012 Called
On Sleep And Timeliness
The American public education system is known around the world for its early start times, with most schools in the state of Florida starting at 7:30 in the morning and ending at 2:30 in the afternoon. Many groups across the country have been calling for schools to start later in… Continue reading On Sleep And Timeliness
The Perfect Miami-Based Company For Overthrowing Carribean Governments
CTU Security is a Miami-based private security and mercenary company that has a very small and clandestine public presence. However, in the past three years, a spotlight has been put on CTU Security over their direct involvement in the assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Morise in 2021, and the aftermath,… Continue reading The Perfect Miami-Based Company For Overthrowing Carribean Governments
Conchs Back in Session
After 76 days of summer vacation, Key West High School (KWHS) has started the 2023-2024 school year. As in previous years, there are many events to look forward to such as pep rallies, competitions, football games, and much more. Year after year, getting back into the school routine of waking… Continue reading Conchs Back in Session
2023 Senior Superlative Winners
Best All Around: Valerie Thene and Bryan Fernandez By Ella Hall Key West High School (KWHS) has many amazing students, but the Best All-Around superlative names the two students are truly the “best of the best.” For the KWHS class of 2023, Valerie Thene and Bryan Fernandez have been honored… Continue reading 2023 Senior Superlative Winners
Supporting Senior Goal-Getters
The last four years of high school have been a long, winding journey for the graduating class of 2023. This school year is speedily coming to an end, so it is important to remember who has helped the seniors make it through the last eighteen years. The seniors of Key… Continue reading Supporting Senior Goal-Getters
Clear Communication
The year is 1933. The United States (US) is in the worst recession in its history; the Great Depression seems as if it will never end. Each day, the world seems a little more dismal and confusing until March 12th. The radio chatters as the entire family sits in the… Continue reading Clear Communication
Partisanship and Yellow Journalism Today
Shane Miller Recently, two important American news figures, Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon, were both fired from their networks (Fox and CNN respectively). This has driven up the amount of discussion about the current state of American media and the importance of journalistic integrity in the current age. This short… Continue reading Partisanship and Yellow Journalism Today
New EPA Emissions Regulation predicted to curb Gas vehicle sales
Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of the United States (U.S.) federal government, announced that they were preparing to release “the most ambitious pollution standards ever for cars and trucks,” with the stated goal of accelerating the growth of the electric vehicle (EV) market in the US. The proposal has… Continue reading New EPA Emissions Regulation predicted to curb Gas vehicle sales
Mills signs with the Buccaneers
On March 28th, Kevon Mills, a senior at Key West High School (KWHS), advanced his football career by signing to Beloit College in Crestview, Wisconsin. In an interview with the Key West Citizen, John Hughes, the head coach of the KWHS football team, stated that “Roughly seven percent of all… Continue reading Mills signs with the Buccaneers
Homeless children need our help!
As a child, there are a lot of things that are unknown, like how the universe is so big or how to spell ridiculously long words like “incomprehensible”. It’s normal for kids to be curious about the world around them, but children should never have to wonder about where their… Continue reading Homeless children need our help!
Does she have the right?
In 1776, the Declaration of Independence promised all men “certain unalienable rights”, which are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This promise was made by men for men and excluded women. For almost a century and a half, women were denied suffrage. In 1920, women finally earned their right… Continue reading Does she have the right?
Analysis of the Interstate Highway Act
America used to be globally renowned for its usage of trains as a way of shipping, transporting goods, and public transportation. But in the last 60 years, America has become a global laughing stock for public transportation-specifically for their trains and for the long-term effects of the Interstate Highway Act… Continue reading Analysis of the Interstate Highway Act
Revolution.
During the Age of Enlightenment, English philosopher John Locke first thought of the idea of the social contract. Jean-Jaques Rousseau further developed and established this ideology. This theory argues that people need a form of government to protect certain unalienable freedoms and rights people receive at birth. However, in exchange,… Continue reading Revolution.
Stay on track!
There are only twenty-four hours in a day. On average, Americans spend seven of those hours sleeping, which leaves seventeen left. Learning to manage those seventeen hours seems to be pretty difficult for the average person, especially in this age of social media and entertainment. According to the American Psychological,… Continue reading Stay on track!
Finding my passion
For some people, dreams are just dreams. But for me, dreams become reality with the right amount of hard work I put into it. That being said, my dream is to become a National Football League (NFL) content creator. If you don’t know what that is, my role as this… Continue reading Finding my passion
Magic of Music
Music is the arrangement of sounds that create and combine form, harmony, melody, and rhythm. Creating music allows creativity and self-expression to prosper, but listening to music also has benefits. The sweet sounds of Mozart, Beethoven, or even Lil Uzi Vert could help preserve brain function in people one day. … Continue reading Magic of Music
Trouble for Ticketmaster
Ticketmaster has recently gained suspicion from the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), U.S. senators, and concert fans after the pre-sale of tickets to Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras tour’. The sale started November 15, 2022, with a reported two million tickets being sold that first day. However, the sale of Swift’s… Continue reading Trouble for Ticketmaster
NASA’s All Electric Aircraft
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has landed rovers on Mars and put people on the moon in the past. Along with the numerous other projects they’re working on, NASA has been testing out an all-electric aircraft. The all-electric plane is the X-57 Maxwell, and is one of the… Continue reading NASA’s All Electric Aircraft
KWHS 2023 Senior Events
As the year is coming to an end, the Key West High School (KWHS) class of 2023 seniors are getting ready for their senior activities. KWHS makes sure that they send the seniors off with a special goodbye, and with Stacy Saunders and Ayesha Osborne in charge of the “operation… Continue reading KWHS 2023 Senior Events
NASA’s Designs for Deep Space Exploration
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has explored the moon and is now working to go beyond the moon into deep space. It will accomplish this by using new technology and equipment, a new outpost, Gateway, as well as a rotating detonation rocket engine developed by a team of… Continue reading NASA’s Designs for Deep Space Exploration
2024 Ford Mustang Auction
On Saturday, January 28, 2023, the very first 2024 Ford Mustang was auctioned off at Barrett-Jackson’s event in Scottsdale, Arizona. All of the profits from the auction will be going to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), which funds studies of type 1 diabetes. The sports car raised an incredible… Continue reading 2024 Ford Mustang Auction
Otto tackling his future
On November 11th, 2004, Christopher ‘Andre’ Otto was born out of the womb without knowing what his future had in store for him: a division one (D1) college football offensive lineman at Florida State University (FSU). “I’ve stuck to football for most of my life,” explained Otto. “I’ve been playing… Continue reading Otto tackling his future
Getting “freezin” for a reason
On February 12th, Samuel’s House Women’s Shelter, a local organization dedicated to service towards women and children in Key West, is hosting its annual Southernmost Conch Republic Polar Plunge for another year. This fundraiser helps raise money for the organization to provide more services to needy women and children, such… Continue reading Getting “freezin” for a reason
Conchs compete against Hurricanes in Florida Keys Showdown
On January 10th, the Key West High School (KWHS) Conchs Basketball team kicked off the new year with a home game against their Florida Keys rivals, the Coral Shores High School (CSHS) Hurricanes. The student section showed support by hosting a “White Out,” meaning that all students in the audience… Continue reading Conchs compete against Hurricanes in Florida Keys Showdown
The 2022 Customs House Holiday Bazaar
On December 9th, the Key West Art & Historical Society, an organization dedicated to preserving and creating art in Key West, is hosting their annual Holiday Bazaar. It will be held outside of the Customs House, a historic Key West building used as an art museum. At this festive event,… Continue reading The 2022 Customs House Holiday Bazaar
Social Media Standards
Whether it’s on TV or in magazines, society creates a standard for how men and women should look in order to be attractive. With the rise of social media platforms such as Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok, which force users to constantly compare themselves to their peers and influences as they… Continue reading Social Media Standards
Pep in your step!
Spirit practically oozed out into the halls of Key West High School (KWHS) this past week. KWHS’s Student Council created various events to generate excitement for the homecoming football game and dance. It seems that the students are extremely hyped this year. This Spirit Week added some new themed days… Continue reading Pep in your step!
Understanding the impossible
A black void speckled with sparkling balls of fire and a tiny blue and green rock floating among them. This rock is filled with billions of creatures called humans. These humans use their senses to comprehend the other living things around them and the environment they have been placed in.… Continue reading Understanding the impossible
Anxious Autumn Applications
The temperature has begun to fall slowly, by just a few degrees, and a slight wind chill is in the air. A perfect time to watch the rain fall down the window and sip a nice, hot cup of tea, while reading a good book. As autumn approaches, the seniors… Continue reading Anxious Autumn Applications
True Conch Pride
When the students of Key West High School (KWHS) think of stress, anxiety, and overbooked schedules, most of the time, they think of their own lives filled with homework, after school activities, and sports. What they do not consider is the teachers who run around and attempt to do everything… Continue reading True Conch Pride
Halloween History
October is officially upon us, and with it comes the title of “spooky season.” Halloween hosts many ghouls, witches, monsters, and creatures, spooking children and adults alike. The myths, legends, and wives’ tales of Halloween range from what could be true, to funny stories for a laugh. But how exactly… Continue reading Halloween History
Understanding Tourette’s Syndrome
Twitching leaves a person completely and utterly helpless. Muscle spasms occur randomly and cannot be controlled. For some individuals who have been diagnosed with Tourette’s Syndrome, these spasms happen more frequently and can be a struggle to live with. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Tourette’s… Continue reading Understanding Tourette’s Syndrome
College applications affecting the sanity of seniors
Applying for college is no joke. A single application can determine your life: where you’re going, what you’re doing, etc. So the anxiety amongst high school seniors is extremely high. “I base my entire happiness and self-worth on whether I get into this college of my dreams, and that just… Continue reading College applications affecting the sanity of seniors
A Busy Bittner
As it is the last year before the senior class of 2023 steps into an entirely different world, college, a moment to admire all the grit and determination it has taken to reach as far as they have is absolutely necessary. Key West High School’s (KWHS) class of 2023 has… Continue reading A Busy Bittner
Fall: Fun for everyone!
It’s that time of the year again. No, there are no leaves floating through the sky, painting the ground any gorgeous golden, outstanding orange, or calming crimson colors. Although the leaves haven’t changed into a mixed bag of colors and the weather hasn’t been able to cool down one bit,… Continue reading Fall: Fun for everyone!
NASA Artemis I Launch Scrubbed
The SLS rocket was scheduled to launch Monday, August 29, 2022 at 8:33 am (ET). However, due to engine complications, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) postponed the launch for possibly Friday, September 2nd. Since the scheduled time was 8:33 am, there was a two-hour window to fuel the… Continue reading NASA Artemis I Launch Scrubbed
Never Forget.
Americans have surpassed numerous challenging periods over the past 100 years. With different cultures clashing, and the brink of war brewing under the surface, tensions began to rise. On September 11, 2001, a day that would be remembered for decades in infamy as the day the world was changed, the… Continue reading Never Forget.
Hall does it all!
As endless possibilities of the future continue to draw nearer, and the unknown looms above the senior class’ heads, a swift look back to appreciate all they have done to reach this point in their lives is needed. The seniors of Key West High School (KWHS) have to take a… Continue reading Hall does it all!
Another Beginning
As the sun continues to harshly beat down upon us, the summer months have started to pass and that time of year has finally rolled around: Back to school! The feelings of joy and dread, excitement and nerves that come with the new school year swirl through the air. Key… Continue reading Another Beginning
Class of 2023 enacting ‘Operation Graduation’
Since the 2019-2020 school year, Key West High School (KWHS) has watched the class of 2023 grow into who they are today. Whether it’s winning a state championship or having a mental breakdown on the bathroom floor, KWHS has seen all of their good and bad times. “It’s given me… Continue reading Class of 2023 enacting ‘Operation Graduation’
Serena Williams Walks Away from Tennis
Famous tennis player, Serena Williams has announced it might be time for her to step away from the court. Although, she will still be doing a variety of hobbies and talents, from family to fashion outside of the sport. Serena Williams announced her retirement in a Vogue magazine article by… Continue reading Serena Williams Walks Away from Tennis
Doughnuts Around the World
Donuts, the perfect breakfast on the go or a “pick-me-up” after a long day of school or work. There’s the classical glazed, chocolate or strawberry frosting with or without sprinkles. However, there are many other varieties of the doughy treat around the world. The doughy pastry is so popular, it… Continue reading Doughnuts Around the World
Why I love “The Snapper”
The Snapper, the Key West High School (KWHS) student newspaper, is more than a couple of articles a week. It’s a family. Each member has a special purpose in my eyes, and no matter how agitating they can be (which is all the time), I sadly love each of them… Continue reading Why I love “The Snapper”
Harper going to high school track & field nationals
On May 12th at the University of Florida (UF), Jenkavia Harper, a senior at Key West High School (KWHS), achieved third in the 2A Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) track & field championships for girls javelin, an event where female participants run and throw an eight-foot spear as far… Continue reading Harper going to high school track & field nationals
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