KCYA: Allowing Space for Growth
by Beatrice Curry, Writer
October 23, 2019
“The ceilings are really high and it has an industrial feeling but now that KCYA and HASF are there it has kind of a reclaimed feeling, like it feels like art is reclaiming the industrial building.”
Vape users face unknown dangers
by Cara Barone, Writer
October 17, 2019
Illegal THC cartridges may be to blame for recent vaping-related lung injuries and deaths.
Innovating inclusion: Affinity groups educate STA
by Mary Massman, News Editor
October 16, 2019
The Black Student Coalition, Asian Affinity Group and Hispanic Affinity Group work to eradicate cultural misconceptions and build cultural pride.
Star Spotlight: Ellie Hatley
by Iris Roddy, Writer
October 15, 2019
Junior Ellie Hatley first began showing dogs at age nine and now it is something she hopes to continue doing through college.
Learning through a different lens
by Ella Norton, Editor-in-chief
October 14, 2019
The junior class saw the play "Rise Up" at the Coterie Theatre and students in AP Literature course saw "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof."
Branching out: different classroom styles cultivate new experiences
by Carmon Baker and Lily Hart
October 14, 2019
High schools and colleges, including KC highschools, are switching away from traditional lecture-based classes and toward unconventional teaching methods in increasingly large numbers.
KC companies embrace sustainability
by Sophia Rall, Writer
September 19, 2019
Many local companies are not only moving away from plastic, but using sustainable materials for every aspect of their company.
Nelson-Atkins teens: creating a safe space for expression
by Beatrice Curry, Writer
September 17, 2019
Musicians are not the only ones given a supportive space at these events, everyone who attends has an opportunity to express themselves. “It’s a great creative outlet because everyone has the chance to pitch in and there’s no hierarchy, everyone has an equal place,” said Skinner.
Weighing the risk: a change in diet culture
by Ella Norton and Anna Ronan
September 16, 2019
Social media had a great impact on diet culture which is the idea that people should diet.
Making music from the heart
by Rachel Robinson, Opinion Editor
September 12, 2019
Regardless of a student’s religious beliefs, the Windmoor Collective’s mission is to make all feel welcome and able to participate.
Star Spotlight: Dr. Siabahn May-Washington
by Sophia Durone, Features Editor
September 12, 2019
The Dart explores Dr. May-Washington’s likes and dislikes as well as her journey to becoming STA's president.