The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

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The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

Pathfinder
The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

Pathfinder
English teacher Dan Barnes points to a book that was eaten by his student’s dog.

“My dog ate my homework”

Addie Gleason, Managing Editor-in-Chief • December 1, 2021

Starting out at a new school, teachers carefully craft lesson plans and decorate their classrooms, preparing for the typical trials and tribulations of the everyday class commotion. However, there are...

Students answer “Who do you love?”

Addie Gleason, Managing Editor-in-Chief • November 19, 2021

Students show interest in non-school sponsored sports, finding a way to express themselves outside of school.

Athletes engage in non-traditional after school sports

Emma Iswarienko, Staff Writer • November 5, 2021

Soaring over a jump, hitting her forms for the judges, the splash of water in his face  and  landing a trick for the first time - while these students have almost nothing in common, their passion for...

Junior Cameron Chandler walks to class at St. Louis Community College. Chandler first joined the program after a year of online school. “My mom was the one who really pushed me to do it. I think just trying new things [is a big benefit of the program] because in a normal, no COVID [situation, I don’t think that I would have joined],” Chandler said. “I was really looking into more opportunities because I had a lot of downtime thinking about where I was going, what the future held for me. I think just really taking advantage of all opportunities that are thrown at you [is important].”

A jumpstart on college

Sarah Boland, Staff Writer • October 28, 2021

Cooking, sewing, painting: The COVID-19 pandemic has left students with plenty of free time to contemplate their future plans and explore new hobbies. Some students used their abundance of free time over...

Senior Sarenna Wood receives her COVID-19 vaccine at Mercy Hospital.

From donuts to paid leave, what can you get with your COVID-19 Vaccine?

Sara Albarcha, Staff Writer • April 19, 2021
In Missouri, all people above the age of 17 are eligible to register for the vaccine. As vaccinations expand in Missouri, many establishments are offering discounts and freebies with proof of vaccination. Read below to see what different establishments are offering. 
Acting as the presiding judge, senior Irene Yannankakis opens the hearing by banging her gavel and saying "Here ye here ye! All stand for Judge Irene!" Yannakakis, and the rest of her Crime and Law class, solved a case about a student whose parents sued the school for negligence when their son blew up his hand with a volcano, during a science project. "My favorite part was that I got to wear the judges gown and bang the gavel on the table super loud," Yannankakis said.

Photo of the Week – March 15

Bri Davis, Staff Writer • March 18, 2021

Junior Ima Dropout tries to escape as senior Betsy Class tries to put her into a locker. Since joining the school last year, Dropout has faced adversity with honors students bullying. “When I first came here I was hoping it would be a little different from [Parkway] South. Turns out I was so unbelievably wrong,” Dropout said. “Everyone at this school is way bigger, stronger and smarter than back at my old school, and it honestly scares me.”

BREAKING: Parkway announces decision to abolish the honors track after this school year

Michael Lolley, Staff Writer • February 11, 2020

“What honors classes are you in?” We’ve all heard this question before, and to most of us, it still hurts a little, even to read it. Well this question has been asked for the last time as Parkway...

Junior Arden Dickson acts out applying makeup onstage. Dickson believes that acting teaches you how to tell a story, which is also important for singing. This led her to create her blog where she shares her experiences with friends and family. “I have heard people [respond with] ‘thank you for sharing’ or ‘I have been in a similar situation myself,’ so it's good to hear that other people are also facing similar situations and that my work is helping others.”

Creating the blog “Good Song, Good Soul,” junior Arden Dickson shares lessons

Brinda Ambal, Conceptual Editor-in-Chief • February 4, 2020

Publishing her first post in December 2019, junior Arden Dickson writes her blog “Good Song, Good Soul” about her passion for music and acting to remind herself of her writing roots and share experiences...

Using balloons and newspaper to construct piñatas in Eileen Rodriguez-Kiser’s Spanish II class, sophomore Logan Wich and junior Ridwan Oyebamiji laugh as they glue together their project. The class has been exploring different types of birthday celebrations in Hispanic countries. “It was really cool to take a hands-on approach to learning Spanish,” Oyebamiji said. “Instead of just sitting at a desk, we were able to be immersed in the culture, which really deepens your understanding.”

Photo of the week – April 29

Emma Caplinger, Arts and Entertainment Editor • May 3, 2019

Matthys-Pearce shows off a skill she’s been working on to take to the regional competition April 13. Visualization and repetition are tools Matthys-Pearce uses to help her pin down her skills during practice, along with keeping a positive attitude. “I have a script written out that I say of all my mental cues, so I don’t get in my head and worry. I do this in practice too, so it’s the same. I really work to keep it more consistent. I started it this year and have already seen a huge improvement in my consistency,” Matthys-Pearce said. “During the routine I tell myself to just breathe and enjoy it because you don’t get to do gymnastics all your life. It’s a very limited time, so you’ve just got to enjoy it.”

Freshman Paige Matthys-Pearce brings dedication and perseverance to Regionals

Brinda Ambal, Conceptual Editor-in-Chief • April 12, 2019

The gym is a blur of activity, a whirlwind of nerves, excitement and raw competition. In the midst of it all, standing proud in a pink and black sparkly leotard, is freshman Paige Matthys-Pearce: winner...

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