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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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Parkway begins new composting program

Corral Staff
August 19, 2013

Going Green has slowly become more noticeable in school districts across the nation, and Parkway School District has continued to play their part. “Parkway has a recycling program that is two decades...

Speech from senior Brad Gallow opens the 54th Baccalaureate ceremony.

Baccalaureate celebrates graduating seniors

Corral Staff
May 16, 2013

Seniors gathered for the last time in the school gymnasium as the Class of 2013 on May 14. The sea of red caps and gowns were a display of both excitement and disbelief, as it was now finally the seniors'...

Senior Alyssa Waitz receivers her Scholar Athlete award at the 2013 awards ceremony. Photo by Meaghan Flynn.

Students honored in awards ceremony

Corral Staff
May 10, 2013

The 2013 awards ceremony was held May 9 in the theatre, recognizing students from all grade levels for their academic, athletic, and community achievement. "[The awards ceremony] causes me to reflect...

Sobelman Heading to State Tournament

Corral Staff
May 9, 2013

Needing to par the 18th hole of the tournament junior Jason Sobelman was forced to make a two putt from 18 feet away to send himself to the State tournament. “At the time I didn’t know I needed an...

Sharon Robinson embraces freshman Jennifer Wayland after she read her essay to Cindy Krone's English I Class. Photo by Austin Dubinsky.

Freshman wins national essay contest, award

Corral Staff
May 9, 2013

Freshman Jennifer Wayland wrote an award-winning essay for the Breaking Barriers contest sponsored by Scholastic and Major League Baseball. Jackie Robinson’s daughter, Sharon Robinson, came to the...

Flushing out water usage

Daniel Roman
May 9, 2013

On average, Central uses 700,000 gallons of water per month, hitting 1 million during the fall sports seasons. The school participates in several water saving methods, including dual flush toilets, rainwater...

Graphic by Meaghan Flynn.

Students achieve national recognition

Corral Staff
May 7, 2013

Out of 15,000 students chosen nationally, nine Central students were named National Merit Finalists in March. “It feels good, but it also feels a little humbling, to be a finalist. Here we are,...

Outlet malls stand out as summer attraction

Corral Staff
May 7, 2013

The outdoor strip mall in the Chesterfield Valley has already made a name for itself as one of the largest outdoor shopping centers in the nation. Now the commercial hub is looking to expand even more....

Choir instructor announces upcoming deployment

Choir instructor announces upcoming deployment

Corral Staff
May 7, 2013

In addition to his career as Choir Director, Mr. Ben Silvermintz is also a Captain in the United States Army Reserve. Starting in July of 2013, Silvermintz will take leave from teaching for his deployment...

Sharon Robinson speaks in front of Cindy Krone's 6th block English I Class before she gives the Breaking Barriers essay writing contest Grand Prize award to freshmen Jennifer Wayland. Photo by Austin Dubinsky.

Freshman wins national essay writing contest

Corral Staff
May 2, 2013

Freshman Jennifer Wayland wrote an award winning essay for the Breaking Barriers contest sponsored by Scholastic and Major League Baseball. Jackie Robinson’s daughter, Sharon Robinson, came to the...

Juniors Jake Blonstein and Lizzy Langa perform in How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.  Both Blonstein and Langa were both nominated for two Cappies in this show.  Photo by Emily Schenberg

Theater Students Receive Local Recognition

Corral Staff
April 30, 2013

Parkway Central has earned 19 nominations for Cappies Theater Awards nominated by the St. Louis Critics and Awards Program.  The following students were nominated for this honor: SOUND Andrew Matusofsky;...

Orchestra teacher earns award from local symphony

Orchestra teacher earns award from local symphony

Corral Staff
April 29, 2013

The St. Louis Symphony has awarded orchestra teacher Mrs. Winifred Crock the Outstanding Education Award for her teaching. "I felt just pleasure, I mean how thrilling is that," Crock said. "The...

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