Empathy doesn’t come easily to everyone. It is built into humans’ brains at birth, but it also has to be learned. Schools need to teach and normalize mental health awareness so students can feel safer...

On April 24, 2026, Loy Norrix hosted its annual Don Lukens Invitational Track and Field meet. At this event, 16-19 schools from around the state come to Norrix to compete, making it the biggest track meet...

Senior year can be a stressful time. From college applications to graduation to stacking expenses, it can sometimes feel like there isn’t time to appreciate how far one has come. At the Kalamazoo...

From the beginning of our schooling, educators drill into our brains to prepare ourselves for college. Whether it’s the seemingly endless years of standardized testing, the countless required books or...

  On Feb. 2, 2026, groundhog Punxsutawney Phil of Punxsutawney, Pa. crawled out of his warm house just to find his shadow spread across the cold field. Meanwhile, back at Loy Norrix, the geese...

On Saturday Dec. 13 from 8-11 p.m., the Winter Formal Dance is set to take place in the Loy Norrix cafeteria.    Junior class president Brielle Dalke, Vice President Dennise Hernandez along...

The tides are shifting in the tumultuous ocean known as the freshman academy. In an attempt to structure and personalize the ninth-grade experience, this year's freshman class has been divided into three...

Kalamazoo Public Schools have been operating on a three-trimester schedule for fifteen years. With the anticipated switch to a semester schedule beginning in fall of 2025, teachers, administrators, and...

Every year, the women's studies class hosts a door decorating contest. Many classrooms in the school get involved, and for a few months of the school year, the hallways are filled with vibrant, hand-crafted...

On Sept. 15, 2024, longtime track and cross country coach Donald Lukens passed away at the age of 90. For almost 30 years, Donald Lukens was the head of the Loy Norrix track and cross country programs....

In recent years, public school lunches have faced a variety of changes. During the Obama administration, First Lady Michelle Obama advocated for healthier lunches with fewer sugary drinks and more fruits.  Since...