The girls Cross Country team went to Heartland Regionals in South Dakota and placed second on Nov. 3. This team is the first Kansas girls team to qualify for Nike Cross Nationals in Portland. The girls...

Rho Kappa, the Social Studies National Honors Society, attended the American Legion veteran's luncheon on Friday to thank the veterans for their service. Rho Kappa usually hosts the veterans day panel,...

After two years of absence due to COVID-19, the blood drive returned to Olathe West on Wednesday. Each donation helps at least three people and can go towards anything needed by medical staff.  Senior...

Hurricane Ian, the infamous hurricane many have tracked since it hit Cuba and began a path to Florida, made landfall on Sept. 28 on the west coast of Florida. The storm was watched closely by many in...

Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman, was severely punished and eventually died on September 16th in Tehran, Iran because she was apprehended for allegedly not wearing her hijab “properly.” The hijab...

The first college fair of the year was held on Tuesday during A.I. in the LGI. The event created an opportunity for students to explore colleges throughout Kansas, Missouri and Iowa. Students had the chance...

The traditional Old Settlers Day festival returns after being absent for three years due to COVID-19.  The Old Settlers festival, which is a 114 year old tradition, consists of a parade, carnival,...

On Friday evening, the class of 2022 took to the CBAC football field to receive their diplomas and graduate. Prior to graduation, students received their cap and gown in the cafeteria, walking the halls...

Nearing the end of the year, students finish up finals. This is a stressful time of year for most. Finals are held during the last half week of school. Monday were hours one-seven for 25 minutes and then...

The Boys Baseball team finishes their regular season with a 16-4 record, winning the Sunflower League champions title. The 6A regional game is on Tuesday, May 17 against KC-Wyandotte HS at CBAC.  According...

On May 4, Erica McIntyre’s baking classes conducted recipe and taste testing for a local flour brand, Farmers Direct.  Olathe East FACS teacher Haley Sestak was the reason Olathe students from East,...

Last week, the Olathe West DECA team traveled to Atlanta, Georgia to compete in the national competition. The team of five took tests, completed roleplays and presented projects during their three day...