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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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High School Heroes Hasan Baig and Jacob Cupps look on as sixth graders participate in an activity to demonstrate the harmful effects of marijuana.

High School Heroes inspire future Longhorns

Shannon Anderson, Editor-in-Chief February 18, 2014

For the past two weeks, the High School Heroes have been teaching middle school students about leading a drug free life. "We learned about smoking and drugs. I learned not to do marijuana because it's...

Student Spotlight: Nathan Dollschnieder

Student Spotlight: Nathan Dollschnieder

Kayla Everett, Retired February 6, 2014

West students are encouraged to “get involved” and invest themselves in their classes to prepare them for college. For senior Nathan Dollschnieder, his investment in the art department allowed him...

Award winners clash in half time performance

Shannon Anderson, Editor-in-Chief February 3, 2014

When the silhouetted line of kids appeared as the Superbowl half time show kicked off, I was dubious. The familiar opening chords to “Billionaire” reverberated through the stadium, beginning the only...

The Kirkwood security catastrophe

The Kirkwood security catastrophe

Jacob Cupps, Editor-in-Chief January 18, 2014

Is KSDK always "on your side"? On Jan. 16, the staff of KSDK news channel five released a broadcast on School Security. Using an undercover reporter, they "tested" the security of five school in the...

A surveillance state

Austin Oakes, Editor In Chief January 17, 2014

Obama’s speech on the NSA Friday followed a very predictable path. He referenced notable moments in U.S. history to frame the topic of surveillance, he made arguments regarding national security in defense...

Freshman center Wyatt Yess boxes out a Parkway South defender for a rebound on Friday, December 6.

Student Spotlight: the answer is Yess

Bobby Connor, Staff Writer January 17, 2014

The recent success for the varsity basketball team can be attributed to the play of freshman center Wyatt Yess. Yess is a six-foot-six-inch tall center averaging 13.5 points per game along with six rebounds....

"The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" review

“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” review

Brendan Riehl, Staff Writer January 16, 2014

Disclaimer: What follows are specific plot details and spoilers of “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug.”  The review contains spoilers regarding the movie.  Do not read this review if you have not...

Parkway Superintendent Dr. Keith Marty, who makes the final call on snow days, explains what factors are a part of the decision.

How are Snow Days decided?

John Watson, Editor in Chief December 18, 2013

For students and teachers, snow days begin with a phone call early in the morning that starts off with the all too familiar phrase “Due to the inclement weather...” For third year Parkway Superintendent...

Helen Wojdoyle plays the bass in the orchestra concert on Dec. 12. The orchestra practiced in class every day for over a month, playing sections of songs. “I love to watch the symphony orchestra and how they play. They get so into their songs and it’s lovely to see,” Wojdoyle said.

Sing and string

Rachel Osborne, Retired December 16, 2013

With holiday season approaching, both the orchestra and the choir are preparing for their final performance. They played a mix of secular holiday music and everyday music. The choir performed on Dec. 10,...

Drama teacher Amie Gossett instructs her students.

Gossett for upcoming Teacher of the Year

Tori Downar, Staff Writer December 16, 2013

Receiving a “Monday Memo” from Principal Jeremy Mitchell on  Nov. 4, every teacher was asked to nominate a colleague for the 2014-2015 Teacher of the Year Award.  Each nomination included a two or...