Johnston High School - 6500 NW 100th St, Johnston, IA

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Johnston High School - 6500 NW 100th St, Johnston, IA

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Johnston High School - 6500 NW 100th St, Johnston, IA

The Black & White

Akshaya Kumar

Akshaya Kumar, Staff Writer

Akshaya Kumar is simultaneously nervous and relieved to be a senior. She is typically debating current issues on the debate team, dealing with legal jargon from Mock Trial, or dancing at a Bharatanatyam practice. If not, she can be found playing the piano or watching copious amounts of cooking shows. Afternoon naps, rainy days, and her dog Charlie still make her the happiest. This is her second year in newspaper.

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