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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Surrounded by students and administrators, English teacher Taylor Rose is surprised with her Albert Award win. The Albert Award is an acknowledgment given to three teachers, one at the elementary, middle and high school level, and recognizes teachers for their innovative and energetic teaching styles. “It was a huge honor to be nominated last year as it was my first year here [at West],” Rose said. “I was still learning the ropes, so that was an incredible honor to have the nod of being recognized. It felt amazing.”

English teacher Taylor Rose wins Albert Award

Zoe DeYoung, Staff Writer • May 10, 2019

Administrators walked into the classroom with balloons and flowers in hand, surprising English teacher Taylor Rose with the Albert Award, a district-wide award for teachers who are new to Parkway and in...

Posing for a picture by the Steinberg Ice Rink in partnership with Uber, alumna Summer Albarcha shares the image on her blog. Albarcha posts regularly on the site, as well as on her Instagram and YouTube channel. “Use social media as your portfolio in anything you do,” Albarcha said. “[Your social media] is out there for companies to see when applying to jobs, so it’s best to make it a reflection of yourself or the traits you’re trying to portray. For example, if you’re applying to a fashion job, you might want to have a fashionable Instagram to show your taste and styling work.”

Alumna Summer Albarcha: Instagram icon for modest fashion

Fatema Rehmani, Conceptual Editor-in-Chief • May 9, 2019

Creating lookbooks, traveling to fashion weeks worldwide, replying to emails, editing content or just updating her site, alumna Summer Albarcha, class of 2014, has built a name for herself in the fashion...

Perched in her window seat with her laptop, junior Kelsey Long works on her novel. Long has been working on revising and editing since August 2018. “I make the most progress during the summers. I usually write from 4-9 p.m. and then sporadic times throughout the day if I’m at home. During the school year, I work a couple hours in the evening a couple times a week and then some on the weekends,” Long said.

Junior Kelsey Long continues writing novel three years in the works

Claire Smout, AWARDS COORDINATOR • May 8, 2019

On a warm and quiet summer evening, junior Kelsey Long can be found outside with her laptop, a notebook full of plot lines and character charts opened besides her. In the process of writing her own novel,...

During a meeting for Every Mind Matters, junior Katie Solodar leads the group in introductions and advice. Solodar co-founded the club and works to destigmatize mental illness. “The overall goal is for this club to be a place where people can come and learn about mental illness,” Solodar said. “We tried to give good advice on how to take care of yourself, even more than just ‘drink a lot of water.’”

From high school to government: Katie Solodar hopes to take the lead

Kaleiya Andrews, Convergent Media Writer • May 1, 2019

After being recommended by history teachers and principals, junior Katie Solodar got accepted into Missouri Girls State (MGS), a camp for upcoming senior girls who are passionate about the government. “First,...

Sitting on a replica of the world-renowned Iron Throne from the series “Game of Thrones,” sophomore Vince Knight dresses in Renaissance clothes for the annual St. Louis Renaissance Festival. Knight has been cosplaying since she and her sister attended their first convention five years ago. “Everybody’s face just lights up and it’s one of the most amazing feelings in the world just to have people like and appreciate what you’re doing,” Knight said.

A girl of many faces: sophomore Vince Knight dresses to impress

Carly Anderson, Conceptual Editor-in-Chief • April 25, 2019

Bringing characters like Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III from “How to Train Your Dragon,” Archie Andrews from “Riverdale” and Heather Chandler from “Heathers the Musical” to life, sophomore Vince...

Arriving at senior Dani Meyer's house for a team dinner, coach Annie Wayland is greeted with a surprise baby shower. The team each printed off their baby pictures, and included one of Wayland as well. “I’m so overwhelmed with the love, support and generosity of my soccer girls and families. I feel so lucky and blessed to have them in my life. It touched my heart more than they will ever know, and it’s a day I will never forget,” Wayland said.

History teacher, assistant athletic director and soccer coach Annie Wayland takes on a new role in life

Mia Catlett, Convergent Media Writer • April 24, 2019

After the eight-month process to become a licensed foster parent, assistant athletic director Annie Wayland is now prepared to care for a child in need of a home. “I have always wanted to be a mom...

Standing in front of the Missouri capitol building, sophomore Ulaa Kuziez shows her support for Syrian refugees. Kuziez visited Jefferson City with the Council of American and Islamic Relations (CAIR). “There are definitely some negative aspects to standing out, being a Muslim immigrant in a majority white high school,” Kuziez said. “At times it can get a little uncomfortable or a little awkward, but I choose to be unapologetic about my identity and about being a Muslim, Syrian-American woman.”

Sophomore Ulaa Kuziez draws from Syrian heritage to fight for social justice

Lydia Roseman, News and Sports Editor • April 23, 2019

With a new language, culture and lifestyle awaiting her in the United States, sophomore Ulaa Kuziez and her family immigrated from Damascus, Syria to Missouri when Kuziez was nine years old. “I...

A photograph of custodian Sean Smith and his wife is displayed on the GoFundMe page started by a student to help support them as they face medical setbacks. Smith wants to be remembered by students for his smile and positivity. “You’ve all been good to us, and I want to be good right back,” Smith said. “If you need me, I got you, and no matter what you’ll always see me smiling.”

Community comes together to give back to custodian Sean Smith

Susie Seidel, Convergence Media Editor • April 22, 2019

In the early hours of the morning, one car can be spotted in the vacant lots. Already inside preparing for the school day, custodian Sean Smith greets students and teachers as they arrive with laughs,...

Business teacher Laura Glenn helps junior Walker Piles with an assignment in class. Throughout her time of teaching, Glenn has taught Accounting, Web Design and Intro to Computer Science and Technology. “The thing I’ll miss the most is working with students and sharing knowledge with them,” Glenn said. “[It’s] really exciting to see how just a little bit of what I might’ve introduced them to here has turned into a career for them and something that they are excited about.”

Business teacher Laura Glenn finds her ‘interest’ in retirement

Ridwan Oyebamiji, Features Section Editor • April 18, 2019

After 17 years of nurturing and cultivating students for their futures, business teacher Laura Glenn has announced her retirement. Before Glenn began teaching high school students, she worked as a certified...

Parris Mosley prepares to work his first shift cleaning the floor before lunch. He is also employed by Circle-K, where he works at the front desk. “I want my legacy to be changing a kid’s mind. I want them to know that you shouldn’t see the worst in people. If I do that, I did my job,” Mosley said.

Collegiate athlete, comrade, custodian and clerk: Parris Mosley finds fulfillment in each chapter of his life

Julian Shoykhet and Ross Harter • April 17, 2019

In the background of the school day, custodian Parris Mosley does custodial work around the school. But, behind stacking chairs and wiping off tables, Parris has an unexpected story to tell. “My job...

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