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The Student News Site of Parkway Central High School

Corral

The Student News Site of Parkway Central High School

Corral

Amanda Arst

Amanda Arst, Managing Editor

Amanda Arst, senior, is the Managing Editor of The Corral. This is her third year on staff. Besides newspaper, she is involved in Student Council and Jewish Student Union. She enjoys sports, traveling, and hanging out with friends. She plans to study political science and psychology in college. 

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Macey Heimburger reads her music to prepare for the next song at the Orchestra concert on April 30.

Conducting Her Own Path

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
May 9, 2025

While most freshmen are trying to figure out where their classes are, junior Macey Heimburger was counting her courses to see if she could graduate early. Is it possible to graduate as a junior, Heimburger...

Sarah Jones (12) sets up for the draw to reset at the game against Pattonville on April 30. The Colts took the win against the Pirates to increase their winning streak.

Commitment to the Sport

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
May 9, 2025

The lacrosse team started off the season strong, as they head towards the end of the regular season with a 7-2 record as of May 4. The team looks to improve their skills from last year as the players put...

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

A memorable experience

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
April 4, 2025

Sixth grade camp is a time that counselors and students look forward to each year. The week consists of many team building activities to help the kids learn life skills and independence.  Senior Sophia...

The dance team poses to finish their halftime performance at a Parkway Central Football game.

A strong and victorious season

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
April 4, 2025

The dance team ended the season strongly at state by placing sixth in Pom and second in Hip Hop. With seniors signing out and freshmen just joining, the team reflects on how their season went, and the...

Students pose in the photo booth at Dance Marathon in February 2024.

Paying It Forward

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
February 21, 2025

Ever thought of a simple and rewarding way to help the community? Then mark March 8 on your calendar to support Dance Marathon, which is a year-long fundraiser that helps children's hospitals and kids...

Kiera Gravely (12) dribbles the basketball down the court for the teams first game against Parkway South on Nov. 25. Gravely collected 3 rebounds and 2 assists to put the pressure on South throughout the game.

Dedication on the Court

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
January 27, 2025

This story has been updated from it's original version that printed in The Corral on Jan. 27. The girls basketball season has started off with nothing but hard work, dedication, and commitment from the...

Outer Banks: Bring it on Home John B

Outer Banks: Bring it on Home John B

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
November 26, 2024

"Outer Banks" Season Four ended with many plot twists, one being the release of two parts, which is unlike the other seasons. The purpose of this is to keep viewers engaged and on the edge of their seats...

Gabie Klaven (10) hits a line drive against Seckman on Sept. 10.  Klaven pitched seven innings collecting seven strikeouts.

Student-Athlete Privilege?

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
October 28, 2024

A question that has been prominent in schools is should playing a sport count as a PE credit? Students and teachers have wondered if this would ever happen or be allowed. Student athletes have argued that...

Captains Leading a Legacy

Captains Leading a Legacy

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
October 28, 2024

With any sport, it is important that you connect well with your teammates and coaches because you will be spending lots of time together. For the volleyball team, this was an easy task and junior Taylor...

League of Women Voters of Metro St. Louis helps register 17 and-a-half year olds so they are eligible when they are 18 to vote during lunch at Parkway Central.

The Value of Your Voice

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
September 27, 2024

League of Women Voters of Metro St. Louis helps register 17 and-a-half year olds so they are eligible when they are 18 to vote during lunch at Parkway Central.

Emily Heller (12) hits a backhand in a match against Parkway South on Sept. 6. The Colts beat the Patriots 8-1.

Double Trouble: Tennis Edition

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
September 27, 2024

Tennis is usually seen as an individual or singles game, yet in high school a big part of the matches are doubles with a partner. Whether playing singles or doubles, team chemistry is a big part of...

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...

Colleen Gardunia (10) and Lizzy Wagner (10) are coming up with ideas for their AP World History project on April 24 in the history commons.

[Photo] Are AP Classes Worth It?

Taylor Jesse, Staff Reporter
May 10, 2024

Colleen Gardunia (10) and Lizzy Wagner (10) are coming up with ideas for their AP World History project on April 24 in the history commons.

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,...

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...

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...

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...

Abi Kornblum (12) making dreidels to celebrate Hanukkah on Dec. 6.

A Club Welcome to Everyone

Amanda Arst, Staff Reporter
January 17, 2024

With a goal to bring people together no matter religion, gender, ethnicity or background, Jewish Student Union (JSU) is a club that is open and welcome to everyone. JSU meets Wednesdays once a week from...

Gabrielle Salmans (9) swimming at the meet on Nov. 28 against Eureka.

Diving Into a New Season

Amanda Arst, Staff Reporter
January 17, 2024

Although the season is just at the halfway point junior Sophia Lundry has already made memories with her teammates. “I love the teammates, friends, and relationships made on the team. I want to be a...

Students walk around the art gallery  admiring the work of their fellow students during The Art Show. Work from Ceramics, Design Arts and AP Drawing as well as others were featured in the show on Jan 8.

[Photo] Works of Art

Alyssa Weisenberg, Photo Editor
January 11, 2024

Students walk around the art gallery admiring the work of their fellow students during The Art Show. Work from Ceramics, Design Arts and AP Drawing as well as others were featured in the show on Jan 8.

Senior Captains Elaina Malt and Julia Engelhardt cheer against Parkway West on senior night.

A Teammate to Remember

Amanda Arst, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2023

The cheer team is known for cheering at the football and basketball games, although there’s so much more work that is done behind the scenes. Earlier in the year, the cheer team won first place in a...

Kaitlyn King (12) dribbles down the court on Nov. 13 against Whitfield.

The Start of a Successful Season

Amanda Arst, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2023

Although last season ended disappointingly, girls basketball is coming back to make this year even better. The team lost some key seniors last year and is working on building back the program. As a senior,...

Kyndall Jesse (12) stands in looking for a pitch against Francis Howell North on Aug. 28. Jesse is batting 302 as of Sept. 29.

Captains Take Charge

Amanda Arst, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2023

Coming off of a disappointing end to the season last year, softball has roared back to start this season, posting a ten-game win streak in the middle of September. This year, many people have stepped up...

Sadie Rosenberg (12) tours Israel during her trip in 2022.

An Opportunity To Remember

Amanda Arst, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2023

During the summer before junior year, many students think about leaving home and where they might want to go off to college. The summer before her junior year, senior Sadie Rosenberg, was packing to move...

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