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The Student News Site Of Central Kitsap High School

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Evergreen Goodwill employees fill the truck with donations.

Central Kitsap High School’s Choir Fundraises for their Upcoming Trip to Los Angeles

by Gabby Griffith, Reporter
February 20, 2025

To make this trip a reality the choir is working hard to fundraise for their upcoming trip to Los Angeles this June. This trip is an opportunity for students to immerse themselves in a world of music and...

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Michael Woods (center) conducts the Kitsap Philharmonic orchestra playing "Seventh Inning Stretches" while his son Henry Woods stands prepared to mime hitting a home run (left). Provided by Deanna Gemmer

Kitsap Philharmonic Debuts ‘Seventh Inning Stretches’

by Dani-lou Gemmer, Reporter, Copy Editor
February 18, 2025

As the doors to the Central Kitsap High School’s Performing Arts Center opened wide, people streamed into a nearly sold-out auditorium. Parents, siblings, and music adorers from all over the county prepared...

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		President Donald J. Trump’s official presidential photo. (provided by the Trump Administration)

Mixed Feelings Spring From Students as Donald Trump Comes To Office

by Truman Hammond, Reporter
February 1, 2025

President Donald Trump was first elected in 2016 with 304 electoral votes, and now, after four years, he has been reelected with even more votes. National polls showed a favor for Trump, but at CKHS, the...

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Senior Annabelle Havers thanks directors Alicia Rodenko and Zachariah Timm after her first audition.

‘The Addams Family’ Production Comes into Motion with Schoolwide Auditions

by Jacek Rovira, Reporter, Copy Editor
January 16, 2025

As the Central Kitsap High School theater club begins preparation for its next musical, “The Addams Family,” nerves shake students as they prepare for and perform their auditions. Due to “The Addams...

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Girls Lacrosse team on Vashon Island during their 2024 season. Provided by Trinity Ranes

Klahowya’s Lacrosse Teams Help Bridge the Gap Between Schools in the Central Kitsap School District

by Gabby Griffith, Reporter
January 13, 2025

Central Kitsap School District is home to two multi-school lacrosse teams: One for girls and one for boys. Both teams have players from Central Kitsap High School, Olympic High School, and Klahowya Secondary...

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Jimmy Carter accepts the presidential nomination of his party at the
Democratic National Convention, August 14, 1980. (Credit: Jimmy Carter Library)

Death of Former President Jimmy Carter Rocks the Nation

by Dani-lou Gemmer, Reporter, Copy Editor
January 9, 2025

On Dec. 29, 2024, the longest-living American president, Jimmy Carter, passed away at the age of 100. Carter was the 39th president of the United States, a Democrat who was awarded the 2002 Nobel Peace...

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A CKHS freshman, Ashley Cook, trying to get her work done on time.

High School Workloads Weigh on Struggling Freshmen

by Emma Boehnlein, Reporter
December 19, 2024

The transition from middle school to high school can be a really big change for the people who are not ready yet. As freshman students’ stress levels increase, some are finding it more difficult over...

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AP Students taking notes in Szczepanski’s 5th-period class.

Teachers’ Thoughts on AP Exams and Planning

by Gia Gingrey, Reporter
December 18, 2024

The SAT is an exam almost 2 million high school graduates take every year, and it’s also what many high-achieving AP students at CKHS prepare for all school year. Advanced Placement (AP) exams and SATs...

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CKHS 2024 HOCO court

by Dani-lou Gemmer, Reporter, Copy Editor
December 12, 2024

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While creating their piñatas, members of LSU met in Mx. Adams' room to use special on-location materials.

The Latino Student Union is Back to Represent

by Jacek Rovira, Reporter, Copy Editor
December 10, 2024

Joining the ranks of the many other student unions and culture clubs at Central Kitsap High School, the Latino Student Union breaks ground in hopes of becoming a well-recognized figure within the student...

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Jonathan Morrison preparing to punt the football

CKHS Athletes Share How Sports Impact Their Grades

by Landon Chum, Reporter
November 29, 2024

At Central Kitsap High School, many students participate in sports, with one of the main ones being football. Despite football teaching valuable lessons such as teamwork and discipline, it could possibly...

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Members of the CKHS ASB Nicholas Brazier (on left) and Kai Livingston (on right) who both spoke at the board meeting.

Changes in ASB Funding Plans to Charge Community

by Lucas Smith, Reporter
November 21, 2024

UPDATE: At the Nov. 19 Central Kitsap School Board meeting, the board voted to approve a 4.5% credit card transaction fee for all ASB purchases using a credit card beginning Sept. 1, 2025. Students and...

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