So imagine this, you were once “head honcho” of your school and could master all of the work that came with it. But now, you’re the smallest fish in a large pond that we call high school. You...

A year ago our varsity football team prepared for a great first season, but were not prepared to meet the disappointment that would follow. Our football team came out their first year competing in a...

Do you find yourself banging your head against the desk not understanding any of your Pre -AP or AP work? Or are you falling asleep in class because your regular class is too easy? If so, you should...

Before you even grab your backpack to get out of your car, you can already hear them rehearsing in the parking lot. After rehearsing for eight to nine hours a week during the school year, the Knight...

While some are tweeting their emotions and binge watching Netflix, there are those who are making a bigger bang on the community with their spare time. Key Club was established in 1925 and blossomed...

When the doors of our school first opened, the halls were dominated by all-female cheer squads. However, one more door was left open for a new member last May. Junior Kevin Robison took the chance...

The 2014-2015 school year isn’t the only thing coming to a close this year. Next school year, American Sign Language III and IV will only be available online. Many students have been left in dismay...

As the pressure rises to gain school spirit, Student Council makes it their goal to let every Knight be proud to go to Independence. The student influenced council put together most of the events to...

Students entering high school sports may have their mind set on playing the sport they love in college. Just what if this could all be ruined by just one injury? Our training staff is on the sidelines...

There are many talented actors in our theater department, and there is one that seems to  manage voice lessons, school, and acting lessons. That person is Sophia Kaiafas. “I started doing acting...

As June 5th approaches, students seem to just want to think about summer days rather than schoolwork. In reality, they may not want to fall into the trap, because there is still more time to learn. This...

Out of all the girls on our softball team, one is really ‘knocking it out of the park.’ Sarah LaChance, a junior catcher for the varsity softball team, has been given the opportunity to play for...