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The Student News Site of Parkway Central High School

Corral

The Student News Site of Parkway Central High School

Corral

Esther Wang

Esther Wang, Editor In Chief

Esther Wang, senior, is the Editor in Chief of The Corral this year. This is her 3.5 year on staff. Her favorite school activity is Speech & Debate. Outside of school, she enjoys doing origami, writing and sleeping. She hopes to major in International Relations and East Asian Studies in college.

All content by Esther Wang
New building substitute Amy Utterson attends a MCR concert in Chicago with her husband on Aug. 28. In her free time, she loves traveling to see different bands around the country. Photo courtesy of Amy Utterson

Joining the Stable

Esther Wang, Editor in Chief
September 25, 2025

Graphic by Esther Wang (Photo courtesy of Genially and Pexels)

How to: Slay High School

Esther Wang, Editor in Chief
September 25, 2025

Concert 2 orchestra performs at spring concert.

A Mishmash of Music History

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
May 16, 2025

Matsuda plays guitar with orchestra 2's performance of "Dat Groove."

Thank You Seniors '25

Thank You Seniors ’25

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
May 12, 2025

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

[Photo] Conducting Her Own Path

Amanda Arst, Sports Editor
May 9, 2025

Macey Heimburger plays the viola at solo and ensemble in 2024 at Parkway Central.

April 2025: Puzzles Key

April 2025: Puzzles Key

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
April 4, 2025

Siddhanth Vijaykumar (10) and Ethan Lau (10) modify their robot ahead of robotic state championship on March 9.

Gearing Up for Championship

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
April 4, 2025

Siddhanth Vijaykumar (10) and Ethan Lau (10) modify their robot ahead of robotic state championship on March 9.

Books for the English department, which is a part of the department budget.

New County Policy Impact School Funding

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
February 26, 2025

In Oct. 2024, Saint Louis county launched the Senior Property Tax Freeze Program. This program is authorized by RSMo Section 137.1050 and adopted by the county government; homeowners aged 62 or up may...

Zach Madi (12) plays the cello during warm-up before the performance at MMEA on Jan. 30.

Showcasing Different Facets of Music

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
February 21, 2025

After playing the final note of “Hoedown,” bows still in the air, symphonic orchestra students received applause from around the room. Soon everyone stood up, giving them a standing ovation that lasted...

FBLA members celebrate their accomplishment at district leadershipo conference on Feb. 5. Photo courtesy of Serena Huang

Suits and Speeches

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
February 19, 2025

Standing straight up, wearing suits and blazers, speaking up to a panel of professional judges, sophomore Tharun Piruthiviraj adjusted his suit coats and posture, preparing to speak to a panel of judges....

Brooke Williams (12) plays the violin during MMEA concert rehearsal on Jan. 30.

Lilting Violin

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
February 4, 2025

The Parkway Central engineering team at Washington University’s campus during the competition.  The team ended up getting fourth place over all. Photo courtesy of Aaron Loudenback

Bridging Passion to Blueprints

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
January 27, 2025

High school is a bridge for students to grow from sheltered adolescents to professionals in various career fields. Every year, Parkway Central’s engineering team is called upon to solve a real world...

Parkway Central’s choir students sing during the concert. The choir performed Kyrie, Credo, Sanctus, Benedictus, Agnus Dei and Gloria, with several students singing the solo part in different pieces.

Winter Symphony in the Hall

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
January 27, 2025

The annual Masterwork Concert is a tradition at Parkway Central. This year, students returned to Logan University’s William D. Purser Center Lobby for the performance, which is the first time they performed...

Jan. 2025: Puzzles Key

Jan. 2025: Puzzles Key

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
January 27, 2025

Senior Asher Koh plays violin solo during orchestra's Masterwork concert on Dec. 11. Photo by Jillian Pallia

Christmas Concerto

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
December 11, 2024

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Thanksgiving Graphic

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
November 27, 2024

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Junior Ben Green plays solo during jazz band's lunch performance on Nov. 26.

Jazz & Lunch

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
December 2, 2024

Graphic by Esther Wang

Hawks, Doves, World Peace

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
November 27, 2024

In many ways, America is a proud nation: It thrives on patriotism; politicians campaigned to “save America”; people believe they’re more advanced than other nations (so advanced they couldn’t even...

Senior Sohji Matsuda and senior Asher Koh play guitar and piano at Jazz Band concert on Nov. 20.

Jazz that Rhythm Up

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
November 23, 2024

Graphic by Esther Wang

Oct. 2024: Puzzles Key

Esther Wang, Feature & Design Editor
October 30, 2024

Graphic by Esther Wang

2024 Election Graphic

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
October 28, 2024

Photo courtesy of Pixabay

No, Nothing is too Political

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
October 28, 2024

As the creator of the cover story on this issue, I am once again collecting data on an election. I sent out surveys online and made them anonymous with a “comment” section for people to type out their...

Photo courtesy of Pixabay

Where Profiles Mean Buisness

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
October 28, 2024

School setting isn’t considered professional - some people would even deem it “unserious”. It’s hard to imagine the people wearing pajama pants with a bubblr in hand branding themselves as “aspiring...

Graphic by Esther Wang

Interactive School Map

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
September 27, 2024

Graphic by Esther Wang

Sophomore Ronan Schmidt plays the bass at the orchestra concert on Sept. 24. The orchestra is kicking off the season with a folk music concert.

Folk on the Strings

Esther Wang, Design & Feature Editor
September 26, 2024

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

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

Infographic by Esther Wang

Thank You Seniors

Esther Wang, News Editor
May 10, 2024

It's important to make connections to other students. Photo Courtsey of the New York Times

Sociology through Newspaper

Esther Wang, News Editor
May 10, 2024

People read the newspaper because their friends are in it. As a newspaper staff member with the goal to increase audience engagement, I should either have lots of friends or put a lot of people in the...

Parkway Central's FBLA team takes picture at state competition.

Professional and Persuasive

Esther Wang, News Editor
May 10, 2024

Parkway Central’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) team attended the state competition from April 14 to 16. 22 students competed in various events, and everyone placed in the top ten of their...

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 &...

Photo courtesy of rawpixel.com on Freepik (background), storyset on Freepik (violin and guitar), rocketpixel on Freepik (highlighter stroke), Freepik (piano, keyboard,
arrangement). Infographic by Esther Wang

A Musical Gift From Above

Esther Wang, News Editor
February 26, 2024

“When I was pregnant with him, I prayed that God will give me a child with musical talents. And God answered my prayer. Really, whatever that he has is from God,” LipTong Koh said. Junior Asher...

On June 5, 1989, an unknown Chinese man in Beijing attempts to block the tanks on the street. This picture is regarded as one of the most iconic picture ever taken, although it's consored in China. Photo courtsey of Jeff Widener

1.4 Billion Moving Forward

Esther Wang, News Editor
January 19, 2024

This is Tankman. It’s a symbolic picture from the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests and massacre. The series of protests marked one failed attempt at democracy reform in China. The Tankman symbolizes...

Parkway buses await student riders in the transportation lot. Photo by Esther Wang

Driver Shortage Continues

Esther Wang, News Editor
January 19, 2024

Imagine walking out of school at 4 p.m., hoping to get a ride to go home. But no bus is available and the only feasible options are to either walk for an hour-and-a-half or get on the bus with all the...

Getting into Global News

Getting into Global News

Esther Wang, News Editor
November 21, 2023

Did you know that the United States isn’t the only country in this world? And did you know that the world is growing more interconnected than ever? Believe it or not, globalization is becoming a reality—...

Senior William Unk teaches the light crew about the back fixture of a light on Oct.19.

The Star behind the Stages

Esther Wang, News Editor
November 21, 2023

The greatest star in theater is arguably not on the stage - he’s up in the light booth, clicking buttons for the audience’s enjoyment. Senior William Unk has become a star technician in the theater...

Jeffery Lu (12) presents lantern riddle at mid autumn festival celebration during International Club meeting on Sept. 27. The Mid- Autumn Festival is a celebration to remember family far away. Many celebrate by looking at the moon, which is a symbol of remembrance in Chinese culture.

[Photo] To the Moon and Back

October 9, 2023

Jeffery Lu (12) presents lantern riddle at mid autumn festival celebration during International Club meeting on Sept. 27. The Mid- Autumn Festival is a celebration to remember family far away. Many celebrate...

Senior Sarah Williams and sophomore Maddy Qian run at the Parkway Quad meet on Aug. 26. They are the top runners in the girls cross country team. Williams was placed third and Qian was placed fifth in this meet.

Shooting Stars on the Field

Esther Wang, News Editor
October 4, 2023

As the students are learning to pace their lives in the new semester, some are pacing their steps on the grass for a medal. The Parkway Central cross country teams demonstrate they have no lack of talent...

Junior Mira Rengachary leads the first Model United Nation meeting on Aug. 28. Rengachary, the new captain of Model UN, anticipates a new season with a bigger team and more upcoming events. “It's really awesome that we have a lot more members. It's going to open a lot of doors for us, we can maybe even do competitive Model UN,” Rengachary said. “I'm looking forward to the events [this season]. I'm hoping that we can get a lot more people to show up to those events.”

After School Learning

Esther Wang, News Editor
October 4, 2023

The Freezers! Observation

The Freezers! Observation

Esther Wang, News Editor
October 4, 2023

According to Nessie Sungea, one of the cafeteria workers, the regular freezer was broken before the school year started. It needs new parts in order to be fixed, and that can take a long time. The school...

Girls Cross Country team combats against harsh weather to continue training. 
Athletes for cross country, football, softball, soccer and field hockey train inside by running through the hallways and using the gyms and weight rooms. From left to right is Amelia Stumpe (12), Sophia Burk (11), Natalie Duvall (10).

[Photo] Bring the Heat

August 25, 2023

Girls Cross Country team combats against harsh weather to continue training. Athletes for cross country, football, softball, soccer and field hockey train inside by running through the hallways and using...

Freshman Aiden Moon and Sophomore Asher Koh play at Carnegie Hall on April 6. They are the violin first chair and second chair, and they perform a duet together. Photo by Wooin Robinson.

Journey to Carnegie (Part II)

Esther Wang, Staff Writer
May 12, 2023

Traveling and playing instruments are listed among the most pleasurable things, according to orchestra director Alicia Bont, and combining them together was even better. The Central orchestra took a trip...

Freshman Deepshikha Banerjee dances while the orchestra plays ‘Bollywood Strings’.

[Photo] A Musical Journey To India

Kriti Dhaduvai, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2023

Freshman Deepshikha Banerjee dances while the orchestra plays ‘Bollywood Strings’.

Coach Banta coaches girl's track and field after school.

Keep Trying, Keep Failing

Esther Wang, Staff Writer
May 12, 2023

I didn't know what “freshmen” meant until the very end of eighth grade, and I clearly didn’t know what I wanted to do in my “freshmen” year. So, my first year in high school was more like attending...

Parkway Deputy Superintendent Tiffany Holman-Besse works in her office in Parkway Administrative Center. Photo by Esther Wang.

District Cuts Teacher’s Plan Time

Esther Wang, Staff Writer
May 12, 2023

On April 18, the building principals of all four high schools met with their staff members to confirm that teachers’ plan time will be cut short next school year. The policy could change Parkway high...

Parkway Central speech and debate members at MSHSAA district 4 tournament in Ladue Horton Watkins High School on Mar. 4. Photo by Esther Wang.

Seniors Lead the Way

Esther Wang, Staff Writer
April 12, 2023

COVID-19 broke the backbone of many extracurricular activities, but not speech and debate. After competing virtually for two years, speech and debate returned to in-person training and tournaments. “In...

State Sen. Mike Moon, R-Ash Grove, introduces his bill opponents are labeling a "Don't Say Gay" bill before the Senate Education and Workforce Development Committee Tuesday. A thick stack of witness forms sits on the desk.

Bill Seeks to Hush LGBTQ+ Talking

Esther Wang, Staff Writer
April 12, 2023

On Feb. 14, the Missouri Senate Bill 134 passed the Education and Workforce Development Committee and it is ready to be debated on the senate floor. It is one of the many proposed bills in Missouri that...

On Feb.22, student from Washington University of St.Louis gave a presentation about neurobiology in Ms.Bosomworth's classroom. name (), Gaayathri Binoj (12), and name() look over as the students prepare the brain model.

[Photo] Look, It’s Brain

February 27, 2023

On Feb.22, student from Washington University of St.Louis gave a presentation about neurobiology in Ms.Bosomworth's classroom. name (), Gaayathri Binoj (12), and name() look over as the students prepare...

Junior AJ Eisenberg and junior Akshaj Variath play violin at the orchestra table. The orchestra is planning their trip to Carnegie Hall in April.

[Photo] Reconnecting through Returning

February 24, 2023

Junior AJ Eisenberg and junior Akshaj Variath play violin at the orchestra table. The orchestra is planning their trip to Carnegie Hall in April.

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