Emily Baiko

Emily Baiko is a freshman and a first-year writer for the Quill. Outside of school, some of Emily’s favorite activities include reading thriller novels, listening to true crime podcasts, paddleboarding, celebrating her Indian heritage, and spending time with her family. She is passionate about expanding her knowledge, believing that “life should be spent learning.” Emily’s goal in writing for the Quill is to “spread awareness of different cultures, events, and people to eager minds.”

Black History Month: From Awareness to Action

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God does not suggest that we love our neighbor; He commands it. Black History Month provides an opportunity to do so, in celebrating African American culture. However, this celebration extends beyond classroom lectures. That said, how can one effectively honor and celebrate this rich heritage? The first step is to educate oneself on their full … Read more

Breaking Bread, Building Bonds

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Woman reading the Bible while having breakfast.

Each year, millions of high school seniors put an end to an important chapter in their lives to start the daunting journey of adulthood. In response to these stressful transitions, many people advise turning to Jesus, which is a powerful yet vague and confusing concept. Instead of overthinking it, sometimes the answer to similar, difficult … Read more

Cupcakes for a Cause

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Destruction from a hurricane

Homes are flooded, family members are found deceased, and towns are destroyed – all due to one cause. This real, life-threatening problem is one that thousands of people within the southeast U.S. are confronting. An issue that you will soon have the opportunity to help alleviate.  Only weeks after Hurricane Helene wreaked 500 miles of … Read more

Have you Bean to Pilgrim Coffeehouse?

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The nutty aroma of roasted coffee beans is a natural attractant for sleepless teenagers, making a high school the perfect setting for a new café. And fortunately for the King’s community, someone has stepped up to this task!  Since the beginning of this year, the Pilgrim Coffeehouse Truck has been visiting our campus on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, … Read more