Featured Teacher: Will Hiebert Art Teacher Proves Himself Jack of All Trades

Besides being a art teacher, Will Hiebert brings many contributions to Kapaun Mt. Carmel. Hiebert contributes by leading the KMC broadcasting team, as well as coaching the freshman basketball team, and uses his design skills for the theater department and KMC'€™s social media. Before teaching at KMC, Hiebert

Stewardship Hours

Students Benefiting From Volunteering Some students dread completing their required service hours; however, many teachers and students believe that benefits come from stewardship, including a source of pride and fulfillment in serving others. With over 200 hours, senior Lexi Grimm currently has the highest number of service hours of any

Fantasy Football

Leagues Connect Fans Worldwide As one of the most popular pastimes in America, Fantasy football only gets more popular each year. This game within a game is enjoyed by students and staff alike. Fantasy football is all about creating the best possible football team. Fantasy managers draft real-life NFL players,

Jacob Guereque Excels Behind Scenes

Senior Jacob Guereque'€™s designs, love for theater, hard work and willingness to help others has not gone unnoticed. He is respected and admired among House Crew. Senior Ben Heppler, a fellow designer, spoke on his friendship with Guereque through working alongside him in theater. "I have known

Crusader's Call to Contribute

Have you ever brought several jars of peanut butter to school? How about canned foods? If you have, you have been donated to the annual peanut butter drive or the annual canned food drive at Kapaun Mt. Carmel. These drives can potentially impact the lives of thousands of people a

Day To Remember

Veterans Day: Time to Recognize Veterans When someone mentions America everyone associates it with freedom, but most do not give enough credit to those who fought for the country. Veterans Day is a federal holiday that allows for the opportunity to commemorate those who have served in the military. According

Catholic Corner

Thanksgiving, a holiday typically associated with food, family and gratefulness, was originally about the pilgrims showing their gratitude toward the Native Americans. Since many people focus on the food during the holiday, we should pay more attention to the gratitude part of the holiday.       According to Britannica Kids, the holiday

Saints With Weird Backstories

Happy All Saint’s Day! Today we ask for the intercession of not only common saints, but also patron saints of uncommon things. Each saint has a unique story, and some events in saint's lives are unheard of. Here are some of the weirdest saints most people have

KMC Presents 'Alice in Wonderland'

This winter, Kapaun Mt. Carmel audiences can anticipate a classic, whimsical play. The coming production is a performance of “Alice in Wonderland.” Drama teacher Gabriel Heffernan chose a version adapted by Alice Gerstenberg, which includes elements from Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” and “Through the Looking Glass.

KMC Brings Shakespeare's Classic Love Story to Life

by Rebekah Johnson Romeo and Juliet was the first play of the year by the Kapaun Mt. Carmel Theater Department. The show was performed Sept. 26-Sept. 28.  The play is one of many well-known plays by William Shakespeare. The story is known for Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet meeting at

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Homecoming Royalty Crowned

by Rebekah Johnson Homecoming week, Sept. 30-Oct. 4, intrigued students because of the game, dance and the opportunity to show school spirit.The theme for HOCO week was “Under the Sea.” The queen candidates consisted of seniors Jessie Kempf, Reese Polk, Cabrini Orr, Saydie Sanders, Nautica Cash and Emma Shibley;

School's Biggest Fear

A huge issue across U.S. schools is gun safety and school shootings. Between 2018 and 2023, there have been more than 1,200 school shootings, leaving more than 1,000 victims, according to U.S. News (USN). These numbers have dramatically increased over the years.  For many years, school

Young Entrepreneurs

During the high school experience, students often start looking for jobs, but others create their own. Several students at Kapaun Mt. Carmel have started businesses as a way to earn money. They use their talents to make a profit, gain independence and improve their skills. One student, senior Corey Daniels,

Kyuramen, Tbaar Opens

The long-awaited grand opening of Kyuramen restaurant was held on Aug 5. This restaurant has over 126 locations worldwide. From their eye-catching and unique decorations and restaurant layout, to their array of menu options, all of it is new and exciting for all of Wichita. This restaurant is located on

Adopt, Don't Shop

The phrase 'adopt, don't shop' can be traced all the way back to the mid 1980s when a non-profit organization, Last Chance for Animals, began the campaign to stop animal exploitation. According to thehungrypuppy.com, LCA created the slogan under the belief that when people are

'Romeo and Juliet' Debuts

This fall the theater department is performing one of Shakespeare's most famous plays, 'Romeo and Juliet.' 'Romeo and Juliet'is a story of love and loss in the lives of two teenagers. "I love Shakespeare," Mr. Heffernan, the drama director said, "

America Braces for 2024 Election

Every four years, our nation comes together to elect a new president. The staff and students at Kapaun Mt. Carmel will be voting in this election Nov. 5. Donald Trump, the Republican nominee and former president, went from debating with President Joe Biden in June, to almost getting assassinated in

Fake News Interferes with Facts

Political parties and religions today are fighting, and they don’t even know if their evidence is true. As social media continues to rise, false and exaggerated news has filled "€œFor You" pages everywhere. Society today relies on social media for daily news and global updates. This makes

Elderly Drivers Endanger Others

If you have ever driven, you probably have come across an elderly driver and wondered how they still have a license. It is obvious to many that the elderly can be reckless while driving due to many different factors. I find it frustrating and dangerous to be around a senior

Fall Menu Feature

Kapaun Mt. Carmel has gone through significant changes in the lunch menu due to a change in lunch managers. The food being served on the entree is different than it was a few years ago. Some of the changes include; more fried foods, fewer fresh foods, and new menu items

Esports Club Started at KMC

In America, professional sports reign supreme. Millions of Americans tune in to watch their favorite teams compete. However, there is a new form of competition that is growing in popularity: esports. This year, math teacher Anthony Hampton capitalized on the popularity by starting an esports club at Kapaun Mt. Carmel

Growth Of Women's Sports

In recent years, female athletics has gained national recognition and experienced major growth in the industry like never before. 2023 was a crucial year for women’s sports with a number of record-breaking attendances, sales and performances. According to Deloitte.com, a global accounting network, 2024 is projected to generate

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