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The Student News Site of Parkway North High School

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The Student News Site of Parkway North High School

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French teacher Laine Johnson teaches basic French phrases, like how to introduce yourself and say how old you are. Johnson is North’s only French teacher, teaching both newcomers to the language and advanced learners.
New Elective Teachers Join North’s Staff
Allison Brady October 15, 2025

This year, North welcomed two new elective teachers: French teacher Laine Johnson and Family and Consumer Sciences teacher...

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Freshman class administrative assistant Ms. Webb shares advice with freshman Anny Byamungu about where new students can find support if they need guidance or have questions to ask. Anny was one of many students learning from Ms. Webb during a recent visit to Mr. Roy's English class.
First Day as a Freshman
Noel White October 8, 2025

To start the year, North High School, welcomed 245 new freshman students, who bring with them the usual nerves, fear for...

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English teacher Keith Morton shows off the creative decorations in his classroom. Some of these decorations include a light up cloud, a projector that displays planets, fall leaves, and many different types of lights.
North Welcomes Two New English Teachers
Allison Brady September 29, 2025

At the end of the 2024-2025 school year, two of Parkway North’s English teachers, Debbie Banashek-Twist and Tracy Silvagnoli,...

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The Parkway District has been performing all-district musicals for years. This photo is from the production in 2017. However, this year, the production is cancelled.
All-district musical cancellation brings emotions
Noel White May 12, 2025

Parkway schools usually host all-district musical auditions in the spring for a summer production. However, the all-district...

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Juniors Norah Huntebrinker and Auriana Roy, senior Matt Andrews, freshman Ryan Hunterbrinker, and sophomore Daphne Nuestro posing for a picture after winning their award on April 3. Andrews holds the plaque with other teammates holding cards.
North Envirothon Team To Compete at State
Leslie Ford May 1, 2025

The Parkway North High School Envirothon team is competing at the State competition today, May 1, after placing 1st overall...

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The students participate in a behind the scenes Universal Music Workshop, where they play a piece of music that makes the prepared scene come alive.
"Personally, i think something like this is a really great experience for you all to see, and especially if you want to pursue a career in theme parks, theme park entertainment, we're here to answer your questions." Maddie Ross, coordinator of entertainment events at Universal, said. "I hope you guys are inspired and you've learned something."
The students also helped voice act, create sound effects using the Foley method, and voted on sound effects that were provided by the instructor and their team. "I thought is was a super fun experience. I thought it was a little bit pricey for what it was." Sophomore Nate Kershman said. "I felt like I would've appreciated a little bit more time at the music experience and getting to learn that aspect of it. But as someone who wants to go into that industry, it was very enlightening and I'm really glad I got to do it."
Music Department Orlando Trip
Riley Gibbons April 25, 2025

 

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“Hades II:” Supergiant Games Tops Their 2018 Masterpiece With Bigger, Better Sequel
“Hades II:” Supergiant Games Tops Their 2018 Masterpiece With Bigger, Better Sequel
Jacob Goldman October 9, 2025

Ever since their 2011 release “Bastion,” indie studio Supergiant Games has been one of the most beloved developers in...

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“Andor” season two does a great job at continuing the plots and characters set up in season one, with the return of characters like Luthen Rael, Bix Caleen, and Dedra Meero, while also setting up “Rogue One” with the return of Director Krennic and the introduction of some locations and plots that are relevant to “Rogue One” and the original Star Wars trilogy.
“Andor” Season Two: An Expertly-Crafted Continuation of Star Wars’ Best Show
Jacob Goldman May 6, 2025

In recent years, the reception to new Star Wars shows, films, and games have been a mixed bag. Shows such as “Ahsoka”,...

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The poster for “Severance” sees Mark Scout in the elevator that leads to Lumon’s severed floor. The elevator is used incredibly frequently throughout the show, and is a primary point of unique camerawork as the characters switch between their innie and outie selves. (Photo Credit: Apple TV+)
Season Two of Apple TV’s “Severance” is a Masterful Piece of Television
Jacob Goldman April 5, 2025

Apple TV’s psychological horror and workplace drama “Severance,” helmed by Ben Stiller and written by Dan Erickson,...

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Paul and Goldman wait on the side of the throwing circle to compete at the March 28 meet. Both Goldman and Paul are ranked in the top five for discus throwing in Missouri state class 4.
Seniors Excel At Disc Throwing
Brian Tyler May 19, 2025

Being ranked one of the top discus throwers in Missouri is not an easy task, but seniors Mark Goldman and Eddie Paul are...

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Baseball player Cameron Frierson commits to Harris-Stowe University. His community comes to congratulate him and thank him for the years he has spent with the Parkway North baseball team at a signing ceremony.
Senior Baseball Player Cameron Frierson Commits to College
Brice Tyler May 19, 2025

On Thursday, May 8, senior baseball player Cameron Frierson signed with Harris-Stowe University inside the Parkway North...

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At the Water Polo and Swim Senior Night on Tuesday, May 6, water polo coach Norman Rich reads senior Athena DeKinder’s bio. The Senior Night was held on the deck of North’s pool, but without many of the traditions usually included in water sports’ Senior Nights.
Water Teams Celebrate Senior Night Together
Allison Brady May 13, 2025

On Tuesday, May 6, the girls swim and water polo teams celebrated their seniors at a combined Senior Night with the boys...

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