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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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Madeline Qian

Madeline Qian, Online News Editor

Madeline Qian, senior, is in her third year on staff as the Online News Editor. She is a captain of the girls’ cross-country and track teams, so she spends an inordinate number of hours running; nonetheless, she loves it. Her dream date is getting coffee and going thrifting before spending the rest of the day in a library. Her favorite artist is Lorde, and she hopes to be an ER pediatrician. 

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Students Jessica Knobbe (11), Gelian Pondoc (11), Lior Birka (11), Emily Wong (11), Caden Kim (10), Ethan Lau (10), Thaniskaa Piruthiviraj (10) and Henry Dong (10) work in Jennifer Meyer's AP Physics class on May 6.

Dept. of ED Cut: What Comes Next?

Madeline Qian, News Editor
May 9, 2025

As is typical of new presidential administrations, there have been plenty of changes to the US government at all levels, federal and state alike, since President Trump was reelected into office. However,...

Students pose for a picture during the scavenger hunt as a way to bond with their cabin and learn problem solving skills.

[Photo] A memorable experience

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
April 4, 2025

Students pose for a picture during the scavenger hunt as a way to bond with their cabin and learn problem solving skills.

The TV poster for 'The Pitt'; the show stars Noah Wyle, Taylor Dearden, and Tracy Ifeachor in this heart-racing, adrenaline-charged show. It's available to watch on MAX. Photo by Warner Bros. Television and John Wells Production.

The return of medical dramas

Madeline Qian, News Editor
April 4, 2025

Medical dramas are nothing new when it comes to the entertainment industry; “Grey’s Anatomy,” “ER” and “Scrubs” are probably some of the first few that come to mind for people purely because...

‘Hoovprints” on Colt History: Doug Hoover Retires

Madeline Qian, News Editor
February 21, 2025

For nearly four decades, the backbone of Parkway Central’s music program has been Mr. Hoover. The man behind the baton, the famed teacher known in every department, he was a director who made marching...

The wrestling team looks on from the sidelines as their teammate Alise Yn (12) is honored for Senior Night on Jan.. 22.

Challenges of wrestling

Madeline Qian, News Editor
January 27, 2025

Wrestling is a relatively new program to Parkway Central, with this year being only its fourth year since its revival at Central, so the freshmen still aren’t sure what they will get out of this sport...

A picture of the refreshments and blood donation space in Gym C on Nov. 14.

NHS hosts fall blood drive

Madeline Qian, News Editor
January 27, 2025

Have you ever wondered if there was some way that you, as an individual, could give back to your community? You probably have, and quickly became deterred by that daunting prospect since there are plenty...

The album cover for Tyler, The Creator's  newest release

A Review of Tyler, The Creator’s Latest Album

Madeline Qian, New’s Editor
November 26, 2024

“Takin' you out, it's not a game / Feel ashamed, so we straightened you out without a doubt,” Tyler, the Creator sings on his sixth track, “I Killed You” of his latest album, “Chromakopia.”...

The supply of tampons in the school nurse’s office; all of which are non-organic tampons and therefore higher in lead concentrations, opposed to arsenic.

Toxic Tampons Pose Long-Term Risk

Madeline Qian, News Editor
October 28, 2024

During a busy summer, including the release of the Brat album, Biden dropping out of the presidential race and endorsing Kamala Harris, the 2024 Paris Olympics, and an attempted assassination on former...

The Colts line up for a defensive play against the Parkway North Vikings on Sept. 13 at Parkway Central High during the Colts’ Homecoming Game.

Passing the Torch

Madeline Qian, News Editor
September 27, 2024

At Parkway Central, the team is no stranger to wins, losses, injuries, or even heat waves. But what they know, possibly best of all, is a sense of camaraderie; a sense of responsibility that starts with...

Carrying The Legacy Onward

Carrying The Legacy Onward

Amanda Arst and Madeline Qian
May 10, 2024

Oftentimes girls’ track gets overlooked, however, there is so much work that goes into it. From runners, either sprinting or distance, to field events like throwing, the PCH track and field team shows...

The new period products found in the nurse's office. "We have a whole drawer designated to feminine products that we got from the start of the grant," said Dreyer. Photo by Madeline Qian.

Preventing Period Poverty

Madeline Qian, Staff Reporter
April 5, 2024

The majority of teens agree that period products should be free, just like toilet paper, according to PERIOD, a global non-profit working to eradicate period poverty.  A grant available in Missouri...

Senora Ruiz (left) with her friend in Madrid during her time abroad.

Students set their sights abroad

Madeline Qian, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2024

Studying abroad is an experience adults often preach about, saying how going abroad in college changed their lives and shifted their perspective. Spanish teacher Senora Ruiz went abroad to Madrid...

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