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Time’s Up for Woody Allen

Hannah Cole, Managing Editor January 16, 2018

The Time’s Up initiative has been sweeping the nation. Celebrities, activists and ordinary people are coming together to support women who have been sexually harassed or assaulted in the workplace. Last...

Flu Invades BV West

Flu Invades BV West

Jacob Braun, Reporter January 14, 2018

It starts with a sore throat, then it progresses to a fever, followed by a headache and body aches, finally leading to an overall feeling of congestion and soreness. Influenza, commonly known as “the...

Depart for a Headstart

Chelsea Park, Editor-In-Chief December 19, 2017

Most students go into high school planning to attend all four years. However, there are a few seniors who depart the hallways of BV West before their four years are up in exchange for a head start into...

Winter in KC

Winter in KC

Lauren Prehn, Editor-In-Chief December 18, 2017

Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday

Lauren Prehn, Editor-In-Chief December 2, 2017

For many Americans the days after Thanksgiving are devoted to bargain shopping before the holidays. Black Friday deals attract millions of shoppers each year and millions more buy items online on Cyber...

New Schedule Changes

Jillian Dunlay, Reporter November 29, 2017

BV West has experienced some major changes this school year, a significant one being the daily schedule. Not only was the new JAG time implemented at the beginning of the semester, but after Thanksgiving...

#bvwfamily

#bvwfamily

Staff November 27, 2017

     Walking the talk. Administrators, teachers and some students often mention the BV West cornerstones of grit, pride, family and excellence. While that does make them known to students,...

Locked in Locker Renovations

Locked in Locker Renovations

Jonah Park and Jaden E. Webster November 14, 2017

It is time to say goodbye to most of the beloved school lockers. As the usage of lockers at BV West declines, so does their necessity. Upcoming renovations will replace portions of the locker bays...

Bringing Life to Day of the Dead

Hannah Holladay, Web Editor November 2, 2017

Different cultures play an integral role in making up the fabric of society and out school. Traditions and celebrations of unique groups are rooted in history, but these important aspects of people’s...

Journeying Jags

Journeying Jags

Chelsea Park and Jillian Dunlay October 19, 2017

Learning takes place both inside and outside the classroom. Classes, sports programs and clubs offer a wide variety of travel opportunities throughout the  year. These experiences, while beneficial...

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