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The turf wars continue as the seniors take on the juniors Thursday, Sept. 15

The turf wars continue as the seniors take on the juniors Thursday, Sept. 15

Ellie Widowski, Staff Writer September 12, 2016

The annual Powder Puff game: it is a homecoming tradition that brings out the rivalry between the junior and senior classes. On Thursday night, the senior girls will take on the junior girls in a game...

The senior lockerbay is decorated with long strands of butcher paper and streamers.

Homecoming floor decorations kick off Homecoming Week

Sydney Kinzy, PHOTO EDITOR September 12, 2016

On Sunday Sept. 11, freshmen through seniors gathered in their respective hallways to decorate for their class themes from 3 to 7 p.m. Freshmen decorated the music hall with their desert theme. Sophomores transformed...

Senior Kathryn Bonzon was not old enough to remember 9/11, but still believes it was a huge tragedy for Americans. "It's definitely one of the things you don't understand until you see it happen, so I can imagine it and feel for people, but I will never truly relate to the people who saw it," Bonzon said.

Remembering 9/11

Claire Smout, AWARDS COORDINATOR September 11, 2016

Where were you when on September 11, 2001? West High students were too young to remember the events of that day. But for those who were old enough, it is a day that they will never forget even, fifteen...

At last year's Homecoming, junior Hannah Hoffmann wore a silver chain necklace. "I wish I had considered my options of jewelry and had gone to Charming Charlie," Hoffmann said. "I'm so glad I have the opportunity to support a great class. Too bad they won't have food sales next year."

Charming Charlie jewelry supports the class of 2017

Sydney Kinzy, PHOTO EDITOR September 8, 2016

Have you bought all your accessories for Homecoming? If not, what are you waiting for? On Sept. 11 from 6-9 p.m., Charming Charlie at the Chesterfield Mall will be helping the class of 2017 raise money...

Eighteen new faculty join the school community

Eighteen new faculty join the school community

Grant Aden, SPORTS EDITOR September 3, 2016

Science, english and math teachers, as well as a technology support specialist, custodians and DHH captionists are amongst the new faces in the halls. Six of the new staff members work only part time,...

Rounding a corner in the wooded section of the Parkway Central course, junior Matyas Csiki-Fejer leads the varsity boys pack.

Boys cross-country speeds up the season with Brooks Memphis Twilight Invitational

Emily Dickson, CONCEPTUAL EDITOR-IN-CHIEF September 2, 2016

With multiple personal course records at the Parkway Quad on Aug. 27, and a varsity score split unrivaled by any team last year, coaches are considering the Parkway West boys cross country team a strong...

Photo illustration of a student with peanut allergies growing concerned about the PB&J sandwich

Parkway curbs students of food parties with new Food Safety Protocol

Sydney Kinzy, PHOTO EDITOR August 29, 2016

From Halloween parties in elementary schools to the post-test food potlucks at high schools, food has become a staple in schools. Outside of lunch, students have brought snacks to school and enjoyed “food...

History teacher Amy Thornhill marks directions on the whiteboard during a Modern U.S. history class.

History Teacher Amy Thornhill undergoes heart surgery over the summer

Leign Ann Barnett, Staff Writer August 19, 2016
Though the surgery did not affect her work, her condition affects all areas of her life, including her job as a teacher.

School picture day is Wednesday, Aug. 17

Hannah Hoffmann, TECHNICAL EDITOR-IN-CHIEF August 16, 2016

Your best outfit? Check. A new haircut? Check. A filled out form? Check. All that’s left to bring to picture day is a pose and smile. Inter-State Studios will be located in the main gym on Wednesday,...

Survey reveals the effects of finals on students

Nell Jaskowiak, OPINIONS AND ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR May 16, 2016