Students are now able to take a special test that will allow them to be granted the seal of biliteracy. Shelby Parscale and Huntyr Milner have the story.…
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. …
Students Learn Leadership Skills and Values of Success
The Chick-fil-a Leaders Academy is a nationwide program that teaches student leadership skills and the values of success through curriculum and resources provided by Chick-fil-a.…
West Students Get Creative
Tucker Thompson and Holland Culclager explore the Downtown Lee’s Summit Art that features many of West’s art students.…
Juniors Pave a Way to the Medical Field
Three Juniors create a club to inform those passionate about the medical field.…
Band Students Build Relationships
Kennedy Covinsky and Jenna Tiedemann show how band builds a family like atmosphere amongst students.…
Let’s Talk About It: Seniors take on the mental health conversation
A new organization, promoting the conservation and education of mental health has been created in Lee’s Summit, and it’s creators are likely to be familiar faces to students here at West.
Seniors Allison Salamone, Tasneem Huq, and Mckenna Palmer created …
Safety at Local Festivals
Garrett Bailey and Mallory Ratty discuss the safety precautions of rides during carnivals in downtown Lee’s Summit.…
Adrenaline’s Effect on The Body
During this time of year, thrill seekers start looking for the biggest scares they can find. Drayden Wood explains what goes on in the body that makes these scares enjoyable.…
Students Brew Up Business
Sydnee Smith introduces a new cafe at West run by the life skills students.…