Alongside the 21 new teachers in the 2024-2025 school year, Amanda Harra quickly settled in teaching the student naturalist class and began making connections with students.  “Mrs. Harra has impacted...

Coming from a variety of backgrounds, the teachers in our building all have their own unique story. Allen has come from her own special background and has learned throughout her life how she wants to impact...

This heartwarming story began from a visit to the local animal shelter where students came to help out on Give-A-Hoot Day.  Give-A-Hoot Day is a day to volunteer on or off of West’s campus at organizations...

Tucked away in a corner of the commons is the new addition to the FACS department, Emma Carlson.  Graduating from Kansas State University last May, she dreamed of doing her student teaching at Olathe...

On stage, we’ve seen an array of costumes. From medieval to modern, retro patterns to vintage styles and everything in between. How do we find all this stuff?  The costume closet is the place to...

Every day, I hear at least four peers say they’re so tired they didn’t sleep until 3 AM. Although some may just be playing video games or scrolling on TikTok, many are completing their homework or...

You may have seen her walking in the halls. You may have seen her at lunch. You may have even seen her in your own classroom. To you, she might be ‘that one girl with the headscarf.’ The truth...

  Most students’ homes are no more than 20 minutes away from school. For German exchange student Vivi Pflume, her commute is more like 23 hours.  Pflume has long dreamed of living in the...

Mental health is a hot topic at the start of every school year. Adjusting to the stress of a new year is hard for every grade, especially for juniors. However, many hobbies and activities, such as theater,...

The smell of freshly ground coffee wafts through the air as a barista announces that a caramel latte is ready, drawing students in for a quick morning pick-me-up. But this isn't Starbucks. This is Owlspresso.  Student...

Almost every spring, classes around the school gather to present what they have been doing throughout the year. Exhibition night is a project based learning event for the public. This event gives parents,...

The new fishing club meets twice every month during A.I. to talk about tackle, knots, strategies and the type of fish they are currently searching for. The club had their first outing on April 17, at...