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The Student News Site of Parkway Central High School

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The Student News Site of Parkway Central High School

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Brie Williams (12) working on writing and editing stories during newspaper class on May 1.

Who is The One Behind it All?

Amanda Arst, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2024

Editor-in-Chief Brie Williams’ job is often overlooked, but all of her dedication and hard work deserves recognition. As a senior, she looks back on her time working on the newspaper. For Williams,...

Bassma plays chess with her father at her home on May 6.
Photo courtesy of Bassma Albitmouni

A Bit About Bassma

Kriti Dhaduvai, Features Editor & Puzzle Master
May 9, 2024

Junior Bassma Albitmouni has many transient hobbies; she’s a chess aficionado, amiable conversationalist and passionate philomath. Currently, she’s really been enjoying playing chess. “I don’t...

Macey Heimburger (10) conducts  symphonic orchestra during spring concert on May 9.

A Symphony of The Digital Age

Kriti Dhaduvai and Esther Wang
May 9, 2024

Carrying on the tradition of previous years, the orchestra’s spring concert on May 9 had yet another unique theme: video games. The three orchestra groups (Concert One, Concert Two, and Symphonic Orchestra),...

Chesterfield Chalk Artist Strengthens Community

Davis Brown
May 3, 2024

For a few years, the corner of Schoettler and Chesterfield Pines has offered visual appeal to drivers passing by. Maria Conley has painted the fence running along the street with album covers, impressionist...

Students practice using equipment and breathing underwater during class Feb. 14. The classes are taught by Y-Kiki Divers.

In the Depths of Central

Alyssa Weisenberg, Photo Editor
April 5, 2024

The last thing you might expect to see in Parkway Central High school at 7:30 on a cold Tuesday morning is a group of teens jumping into the pool in full scuba gear. SCUBA has been a part of Central's...

Jason Mathew (9) and Hannah Mathew (11) tune their cellos before playing a duet accompanied by Asher koh (11) on March 8.

A Tradition of Musical Triumph

Esther Wang, News Editor
April 5, 2024

On the afternoon of March 8, the lower commons were filled with discord noises from different instruments. Parkway Central was hosting the Solo & Ensemble Festival again this year. The Solo &...

Kiera Gravely (11) bats against Francis Howell North for their opening tournament at Chesterfield Valley Athletic Association on Aug. 28, 2023.

Adapting to a New Lifestyle

Amanda Arst, Staff Reporter
April 5, 2024

Starting sophomore year at a new school created many challenges for Kiera Gravely. While she only moved from Springfield, Missouri, she learned to adjust to a new lifestyle and make new friends. “I...

Peter Papulis plays the drums during a backyard concert.

Detentions and Drumming

Landon Chen, Opinion and Entertainment Editor
April 5, 2024

Math and computer science teacher Peter Papulis has always been a builder. Although Papulis builds complex computer algorithms and wooden machines, he most importantly builds great relationships with his...

Allison Colozza (10) walks with her sister Julia Colozza (12) on senior night versus Notre Dame on Oct. 2.

Sophomores With Older Siblings

Amanda Arst, Staff Reporter
April 5, 2024

According to sophomores, having an older sibling in school with them brings mixed feelings. While it is great to have a role model, Taylor Jesse struggles with fulfilling the same standard as her older...

Officer Kaatmann controlling the traffic on Stadium Drive

Parkway Parking Problem

Alyssa Davis, Staff Reporter
April 5, 2024

Every morning, dozens of cars pile into the PCH parking lot, all vying for a spot before the 7:35 am bell. Some students are able to claim one of the 314 spots without much trouble. Others however, have...

The Sister Project Club poses for a picture in Marissa Farrell’s classroom at a meeting after school.

Unforgettable Friendships

Amanda Arst, Staff Reporter
April 5, 2024

English teacher Marissa Farrell started the Sister Club to create healthy bonds between high school girls both in and out of school. “The Sister Project is a club for girls of all grade levels to come...

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