The “Fast Track” May Hold Hurdles

The fast track is here, but do you want to be on it?Beginning this fall, students entering grades six through twelve can select one of three graduation options passed by the Florida Legislature as an

Consider Alternative Classes

No one should take MKHS elective course in their regular six period schedule without considering their other free options.

Letter From SGA President

Dear students,I am Naomi Suros, SGA President. This year I hope to make the best year by making sure that my student body is heard. I would love to list the events we have planned for freshman, soph

Beware Of The Computer Virus Scare

A virus known as the “Blaster worm” has invaded computer systems worldwide. In mid August, 18-year old Jeffery Lee Parsons first spread the virus, targeting Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating syste

FCAT Wars:: The Battle Over The Grade

A University of Florida study show that tenth graders in schools with block schedules did not perform as well on the FCAT as those that have traditional schedules.

Too Little, Too Late: Seniors Wait too Long to Take Pictures

Seniors, what are you waiting for? Over 400 seniors still have not taken their pictures. Senior pictures (just for the yearbook) are due by mid November. The Class of 2004 has 715 students. “As of Au

The Lightning Strike Editorial Policy

The journalism students at Dr. Michael Krop Senior High School publish The Lightning Strike, the only official newspaper on campus.

Where's The Reality On T.V.?

The American public is drunk on reality shows. But “reality” that is sweeping the nation is really ridiculous. Rating wise, shows are popular, but what does the average American see in reality TV, and

Sibling Rivalry:: When the Shoe Doesn’t Fit

Let’s face it: having to fill someone else’s shoes—specifically a sibling’s—is not something anyone likes to live up to. Especially when you’re a size four.

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