The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

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The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

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The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

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Student attendees and Dr. Jenn Sebold pose with founder of the conference Dr. Eddie Moore.

Students attend National White Privilege conference

Grant Aden, Sport Editor May 15, 2017

As a six year old, it manifests itself as not having a bandaid that matches the color of your skin when you scrape your knee on the playground and go to the nurse. At 16, it’s the looming fear of being...

After winning a point, seniors Dillon Youngberg and Kenji Yanaba encourage each other as double partners.

Tennis team ramps up for season

Grant Aden, Sports Editor March 18, 2017

With winter transitioning into spring, members of the tennis team find themselves making the daily walk up to the courts with goals for the season. “I hope to get better, I want to make my serve harder...

Teacher Tim Corteville instructs his primarily freshman P.E. class from the side of the pool as a part of the swim unit.

Physical education classes run athletes into the dust

Emily Dickson and Grant Aden, Conceptual Editor in Chief and Sports Editor March 9, 2017

Six miles, strength training, 700 calories burned—all in a day's work for student athletes at West and it’s not from a physical education class. It’s from running cross country. Even after hours...

Junior Kyle Andersen crouches in preparation to serve the ball. Andersen has participated in the team for three years.

Racquetball team participates in national tournament

Grant Aden, Sports Editor March 2, 2017

The boys and girls racquetball team is set to play in the USA High School Racquetball Nationals, after finishing second and first place overall in the state championship respectably. “All high school...

Susan Dean before a the varsity volleyball team, encouraging them during a home  match.

Susan Dean earns place in the Hall of Fame

Grant Aden, Sports Editor February 24, 2017

After 31 years of mentoring players, varsity volleyball coach Susan Dean has been selected for the Missouri High School Volleyball Coaches Association Hall of Fame. “Our organization has been around...

Falcons and Patriots set to showdown in Super Bowl LI

Grant Aden, Sports Editor February 3, 2017

After 20 weeks of emotion and passion, ups and down, the 2016 football season nears its final conclusion: Super Bowl LI. The annual athletic extravaganza will feature the New England Patriots led by...

Flyers featuring Homer Simpson advertise the Trivia night for Jan. 21.

First annual trivia night scheduled for Jan. 21

Grant Aden, Sports Editor January 19, 2017

With a slue of long-standing traditions from the dodgeball tournament to the Senior vs. Faculty basketball game to the Mr. Longhorn competition, the class of 2020 is hoping to add another annual tradition...

During the week before Thanksgiving, freshmen  Megan Kixmille and Carly Andersen practice with the StoryCorps app in preparation for interviewing their loved ones.

Students participate in StoryCorps Great Thanksgiving Listen

Grant Aden, Sports Editor December 13, 2016
The app promotes meaningful conversations with older family members by selecting and following up with interview questions about family history.

Doctor Strange movie review

Grant Aden, Sports Editor November 29, 2016

Beginning back in 2008 with Iron Man, Marvel Studios have produced 13 films including Captain America, Thor, Guardians of the Galaxy and The Avengers. Now, the newest entry into the cinematic universe...

Seniors Kjell Hagen and Tyler Hannegan, and eight grader Kia Hagen wear gold medals after their game against Cape Girardeau.

Kjell Hagen and Tyler Hannegan’s journey to Special Olympics

Grant Aden, Sports Editor November 9, 2016
Seniors Kjell Hagen and Tyler Hannegan won the opportunity to be considered for the North American National Special Olympics in Seattle, WA.
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