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The Student News Site of The Kinkaid School

The Falcon
The Student News Site of The Kinkaid School

The Falcon
The Student News Site of The Kinkaid School

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Seniors process across the stage of the Arena Theater during the baccalaureate ceremony.
Baccalaureate kicks off graduation festivities
Eshaan Mani, Editor-in-Chief • May 23, 2024
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Kinkaid saw several of its trees uprooted by heavy winds on May 16.
Campus battered by heavy rains, high winds
May 17, 2024
As a Coca-Cola Scholar, senior Eshaan Mani was invited to Atlanta to participate in a weekend-long celebration and leadership development program. Mani poses wearing his Coca-Cola lanyard by the welcome sign in the Hilton Atlanta Airport, which was the main site of the weekend. “Most of the leadership development, games, and team building activities were held in the ballroom of the Hilton,” Mani said. “The only events outside the hotel were the opening banquet at the Georgia International Convention Center, a tour of the Center for Civil Rights and World of Coca-Cola and the final party at Coke headquarters.”
Mani awarded prestigious Coca-Cola scholarship
May 13, 2024
A group of juniors pose at prom.
Upperclassmen dance "A Night at the Races" away
May 6, 2024
Features
Senior Sabrina Nader poses in front of her booth at Fort Bend Senior Center selling dog supplies as part of her Girl Scout Gold Award project.
Senior serving seniors: student earns Girl Scout Gold Award
Madison Burba, Managing Editor • May 24, 2024
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It is not every day that a school raises $142 million for campus construction. But this is exactly what Kinkaid’s “All In” fundraiser achieved.
Houston Chronicle spotlights Kinkaid fundraising project
May 23, 2024
Students race to the center of the court at the start of the dodgeball finals.
Students bond through dodgeball, seniors win
May 16, 2024
Junior Ali Hamzeh and Senior Cole Hartung pose at the 2024 Individual Player National Championship Tournament. Hamzeh won the tournament with a score of 750 points, 30 more than the runner-up and 185 more than the third-place winner. Hartung placed seventh in the tournament after receiving 535 points. “Cole and Ali have been tireless in their quest to be the best Quiz Bowl players they can be,” said Upper School math teacher and Quiz Bowl coach Dr. Richard Parr. “I was thrilled to see their hard work and dedication rewarded with their performances at IPNCT.”
Falcons place on the podium for Quiz Bowl nationals
May 14, 2024
Sports
Senior and goalie Colton Silverstein got his 1000th save during the semifinals.
Lacrosse player leaves after remarkable journey in two sports
Kavin Mukerji, Staff Writer • June 5, 2024
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Sophomore Tanner Nyveen steps up to bat in round one of the Southwest Preparatory Conference playoffs.
Nyveen shines on varsity baseball, football teams
May 24, 2024
The boys golf team poses after the game.
Boys' golf wins eighth straight SPC tournament
May 23, 2024
Varsity players participating in painting each others cars with window markers after a fun practice. Some cars said “state bound,” and “go kinkaid varsity lacrosse.” The Swanson family provided pizza for the team.
Girls' lacrosse players practice for SPC, decorate cars
May 16, 2024
Lifestyles
Junior Gus Griggs and his team head to the back of the court to start the dodgeball match. “Off the rip, I felt really good about our chances at winning. We started out strong, but just couldn’t finish the game,” said Griggs.
Students compete in field day dodgeball tournament
LJ Carrillo, Staff Writer • May 23, 2024
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Sophomore Zoe Ostrosky sells mugs at Culture Fest.
Ceramics classes raise funds through mug sales
May 1, 2024
Junior Bridget Gray and other dancers perform a complex, coordinated move during the choreography projects showcase.
Choreography projects provide venue for exploration, community
April 17, 2024
Junior Payton Daly and other members of the Cinderella cast rehearse for the final Tommy Tunes performance.
"Cinderella" wins outstanding musical, other Tommy Tunes awards at Hobby Center
April 5, 2024
Opinion
The Dance Company performs guest choreographer Ms. Lina Yehs traditional Chinese dance piece.
Dance Company's 'spirited' performance captivates and enthralls
Zoe An, Staff Writer • November 13, 2023
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Freshmen stand outside the Times Square AMC at the All-American Film Festival.
All-American brings new connections, hope and perspective to student filmmakers
November 1, 2023
Juniors Sam Ferber and Shaan Dhutia watch the eclipse at St. Marys Hall in San Antonio, TX.
Cultural discussions around the eclipse should be held at Kinkaid
October 25, 2023
Orange trees flourished in the Jewish quarter of Seville.
Students traverse Spain's historic cities
January 30, 2023
Multimedia
Varsity players participating in painting each others cars with window markers after a fun practice. Some cars said “state bound,” and “go kinkaid varsity lacrosse.” The Swanson family provided pizza for the team.
Girls' lacrosse players practice for SPC, decorate cars
Caroline Swanson, Staff Writer • May 16, 2024
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As a Coca-Cola Scholar, senior Eshaan Mani was invited to Atlanta to participate in a weekend-long celebration and leadership development program. Mani poses wearing his Coca-Cola lanyard by the welcome sign in the Hilton Atlanta Airport, which was the main site of the weekend. “Most of the leadership development, games, and team building activities were held in the ballroom of the Hilton,” Mani said. “The only events outside the hotel were the opening banquet at the Georgia International Convention Center, a tour of the Center for Civil Rights and World of Coca-Cola and the final party at Coke headquarters.”
Mani awarded prestigious Coca-Cola scholarship
May 13, 2024
Members of Kinkaid’s South Asian Heritage Club perform “Mauja Hi Mauja,” a dance from the movie “Jab We Met.” “I really enjoyed being able to showcase my culture,” senior Kaveen Shah said.
Students showcase culture through art, music, dance at AAPI Night
April 29, 2024
Senator Hunt expresses his disapproval over the division our nation faces, Im just sick and tired of us trying to divide ourselves based on race, religion, color, creed, and sexual orientation, he said.
Congressman Wesley Hunt discusses politics and service with Falcons
April 24, 2024
The Falcon Issue 5 – 2023-2024
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