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Experimenting with vials and test tubes on Oct. 1, Beta Chi Pi president and senior Nicole Paquette supports her passion for science in the classroom. After former Beta Chi Pi sponsor and science teacher Chloe Gallaher’s retirement, Paquette worked with science teacher Elegan Kramer during the summer to bring the science club back to West. “It’s a good way to keep you connected with science, and it’s a motivation to do science activities. Overall, it’s just a good group of people that are interested in science,” Paquette said.
Beta Chi Pi returns: reviving a science community at West
Zaina Hasan and Jude Taher October 13, 2025

Experimenting with vials and test tubes on Oct. 1, Beta Chi Pi president and senior Nicole Paquette supports her passion for science in the classroom. After former Beta Chi Pi sponsor...

Handing out candy to excited trunk-or-treaters, President of the United Nations Children’s Fund club and junior Sara Ashok represents that group. Ashok was eager to participate in this event for multiple reasons. “I really wanted to be a part of the event because I get to help create memories for kids and spend time with my friends, spreading the things [I'm passionate about],” Ashok said.
A night of sweet fun
Rishi Pidikiti, Sports Editor • 3 days ago

On Oct. 29, Parkway West High hosted the fourth annual trunk or treat, which started three years ago in 2022 to involve more elementary school kids and give back to the Parkway...

Experimenting with vials and test tubes on Oct. 1, Beta Chi Pi president and senior Nicole Paquette supports her passion for science in the classroom. After former Beta Chi Pi sponsor and science teacher Chloe Gallaher’s retirement, Paquette worked with science teacher Elegan Kramer during the summer to bring the science club back to West. “It’s a good way to keep you connected with science, and it’s a motivation to do science activities. Overall, it’s just a good group of people that are interested in science,” Paquette said.
Beta Chi Pi returns: reviving a science community at West
Zaina Hasan and Jude Taher October 13, 2025

Experimenting with vials and test tubes on Oct. 1, Beta Chi Pi president and senior Nicole Paquette supports her passion for science in the classroom. After former Beta Chi...

Smiling in a sea of Longhorns, Fox 2 reporter Ty Hawkins joins junior Darren Young during the morning Oct. 3 pep rally. The last time West was featured in this segment was 2011. “[I hope people see this and think] if you come to [Parkway] West, you will have the time of your life because there are so many fun activities to do that make it feel like you belong here. I was surprised so many people attended, but it was a lot of fun,” Young said.
Rise and shine
Payton Dean, Opinions Editor • October 3, 2025

At a time when many students would still be sleeping, Parkway West students joined together to build school spirit prior to varsity football’s home game against Lindbergh....

West High seniors and families listen as a representative of The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis, Teresa Steinkamp, leads a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) workshop. This session, held in the library, provided guidance on financial aid, scholarships and student loan options. “This event is very beneficial for any seniors who are applying to or considering applying to colleges after high school [because] the cost of college is on the rise for seniors and parents,” college and career counselor Chris Lorenz said.
From questions to clarity: Seniors and parents attend FAFSA session
Zainab Al-Jaff, Staff Writer • September 26, 2025

On Sept. 16, seniors and their families gathered in the library for an informative workshop on the college financial aid process. The event was hosted by The Scholarship Foundation...

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