Sydney Poppe and Trent Brink
As young people begin their teenage years, they enter an era full of firsts: first car, first girlfriend or boyfriend, first taste of independence. Yet, there’s a certain “first” nearly all teens face that isn’t …
Students Volunteer with Political Campaigns
Whether it be harsh political ads running before Youtube videos, promotional signs lining the streets and front yards of Lee’s Summit, or social media posts attempting to convince the public why their candidate is best, election season campaigning seems nonstop. …
Halloween Movie Review: Family Friendly and Horror Movies
Witchcraft, hauntings, and murderers, oh my! With the countdown to Halloween dwindling smaller and smaller every day, it’s (finally) socially acceptable to deck out in black and orange and embrace the spooky season. At least for me personally, October …
A Future in the Armed Forces
Story by Peyton Brasfield
The United States Armed forces is one of the few places where if someone was asked “Why join the army?”, they may provide a very diverse set of answers. To most jobs, the answer would be …
Minority groups intermingle with the American mix
Story by Hailey Paulson
One percent Hawaiian, seven percent Irish, twenty-one percent German, two percent Australian, and forty-four percent African. The common heritage of an “American” kid is full of ancestries pointing all over the globe.
The United States is …
New IB course explores the power of global technology
Story by Olivia Starke
The IB program is known for educating students at an enhanced pace. New courses are crucial as they pertain to students that will use the IB benefits to help them reach their college goals that much …
Students aspire to be future politicians
Story by Hailey Paulson
There are a few students in the halls of West that could transfer to the halls of the Capital.
A politician is a career not often thought of, however it is needed for the democracy to …
Coaches take a hands-on approach
Story by Cody Bahl
“Practice what you preach” one of life’s more popular quotes. However, most teachers or coaches may not stick by what they preach. Many people can relate to their P.E. teacher or coach yelling at them to …
West history teacher impacts students
Story by Debbie Flack and photo by Katie Britton-Mehlisch.
Steve Smith is, to many, just a regular ol’ high school history teacher. However, several of his students noticed how truly caring and helpful he is, and how he supports them …
Maurice Greene-Foster’s passion for comedy
Story by Tatum Spurck
There’s nothing like the feeling of bending over with uncontrollable and roaring laughter. Some people, like sophomore Maurice Greene-Foster, strive to bring this sensation to others. Greene-Foster now performs Stand up comedy at a local level, …