Amelia balances a rigorous academic and extracurricular schedule, including Student Council, National Honor Society, Girls League, Kats Together, Drama Club, and the Kokomo Leadership Academy. When this KHS senior is not at school, Amelia is a devoted dancer, with plans to pursue dance as her future career. A recent highlight was being crowned Miss Howard County 2025, an honor she is eager to utilize to make a positive impact during her reign. As a third-year member of the Red & Blue staff, Amelia is excited to continue her commitment to informing her peers about all the latest school happenings.
2025-2026 Red and Blue Student Staff

Amelia, Editor

Alayna, Editor
Alayna is an active KHS senior and member of the Quill and Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists at Kokomo High School (KHS). This marks her third year in Quill and Scroll and her second year serving as a Newspaper Journalist. When she is not focused on developing articles or contributing to the yearbook, Alayna dedicates her time to her favorite activity: dance. Her passion for dance is a central focus outside of school hours.

Ana, Reporter
Anastasia is a dedicated KHS junior and is in her second year as a key member of both the student newspaper and yearbook staffs. Beyond journalism, Anastasia has a strong passion for the arts and sciences, with specific interests in drawing, history, and astronomy.

Ka’Jhiona, Reporter
Ka’Jhiona joins the Red and Blue staff this year, marking her first experience as a staff member. In her free time, she is an avid reader who enjoys engaging with cinematic storytelling and expressing her creativity through painting. Upon graduation, Ka’Jhiona plans to pursue her passion by attending an art college.

Zoe, Reporter
Zoe is a KHS senior, having dedicated her past four years to the school's newspaper team. She is well-regarded for her passion and talent in photography, frequently utilizing her skills to capture high-quality shots for the KHS sports teams. As a leading upperclassman, Zoe has successfully balanced her demanding commitment to the arts with quality time spent with loved ones after school. Her sustained involvement has made a notable impact on the arts programs at KHS.

Lillian, Reporter
Lillian is a senior at Kokomo High School (KHS) and joins the student newspaper staff this year, marking her first time working on the publication. Outside of her academic and school commitments, Lillian is an engaged individual who enjoys spending her free time gaming and exploring various genres of music.

Aiden, Reporter
Aiden is a senior embarking on his first year as a staff member of the Red & Blue publication. Outside of school, Aiden is highly engaged in athletics, dedicating time to both track and boxing. When he is not training, he focuses his creative energy on modeling. Aiden is eager to immerse himself in this new journalistic role and looks forward to covering what the school has to offer this year.

Noah, Reporter
Noah is a senior making his debut on both the student newspaper and yearbook staffs this year. He is enthusiastic about joining the team and contributing to both publications. In his free time, Noah is an avid gamer, and can usually be found "dropping into" matches as he focuses on playing Fortnite.

Phoenix, Reporter
Phoenix is a senior dedicated to extracurricular activities. She has spent her past summers competing with the marching band, showcasing her commitment throughout her high school career. This marks her final year before graduation.

Caylee, Reporter
Caylee is a sophomore making her debut on both the school yearbook and newspaper staffs this year. She is also an active member of the Marching Band, serving specifically in the pit. Outside of her commitments to the publications and the band, Caylee enjoys spending her free time reading, painting, and connecting with her friends and family.

Isaac, Reporter
Isaac is an 11th grader joining the student newspaper and yearbook staffs this year. This marks the first year of involvement with the publications. Free time is spent listening to music and practicing the piano, bass, and flute. Isaac is also a dog owner, with a dog named Lilly.

Zirun, Reporter
Zirun is a 10th-grade international student from Japan, spending the year studying abroad at the high school. He is a dedicated musician who holds a strong appreciation for rock music, evidenced by his fandom of Nirvana and his passion for playing the guitar.

Alana, Reporter
Alana is a 10th-grade student from Mexico, spending the year at the high school and contributing to this year's student newspaper. She is a dedicated visual artist with a passion for photography, often capturing images with her camera.

Shara, Reporter
Shara is a 10th-grade student from Mexico, currently attending the high school. She has a genuine interest in people and enjoys learning about different perspectives and cultures. In her free time, Shara values spending time with her family and indulging in her passion for cooking.

Julieta, Reporter
Julieta is a 10th-grade student from Mexico who contributes her skills to the school yearbook staff. She loves utilizing her creativity, particularly through photography. In her free time, Julieta also enjoys writing and spending quality time with friends and family.
