Longhorn Universe
September, 2026
Contact Us!
Location: 14653 Clayton Road Chesterfield, MO 63011
Phone: 314-415-7500
What a Way to Start, Longhorns!
If the first week of school is any indication, 2026–2027 is going to be a great year to be a Longhorn!
There is something special about the first week of school - the energy in the hallways, the reunions with friends, the excitement (and occasional confusion!) of new schedules, and the countless little moments that make a school feel like a community. This year, our halls have been filled with energy, enthusiasm, kindness, belonging and an incredible sense of possibility.
From the first bell to the final bell last week, our students have shown up ready to learn, connect, compete, create, and make their mark on the 2026-2027 school year. Our staff have embraced the opportunity to welcome students back with open arms and remind them that they are known, valued, and an important part of the West High family.
When we told the student to Make It Matter - they certainly did.
Every interaction matters. Every classroom matters. Every act of kindness matters. Every question, challenge, risk, and opportunity matters. Most importantly, every Longhorn matters.
As we head into September, let's keep that first-week energy rolling. Let's continue to build a school where students feel like they belong, where learning feels meaningful, and where each of us looks for opportunities to make a positive difference. There is much to be excited about with Fall Sports now in full swing, Homecoming on the horizon, and we can really settle into each and every class to make the most out of each day.
The year is officially underway, the Longhorn spirit is strong, and we are just getting started.
Take Care of Yourself. Take Care of Each Other. Take Care of West High.
Let's make it a great one.
We Are West High!
With Longhorn Pride,
John McCabe
Principal, Parkway West High
ODD DAY PRECEDING HALF-DAY SCHEDULE
In an effort to better balance minutes of classes and offer more opportunity for support and intervention, we will add an Academic Lab period to the ODD days preceding a Half-Day Schedule. We have one Half-Day in September:
- Wednesday, September 9th
We will run an adjusted schedule on the following ODD day preceding the Half Days:
- Tuesday, September 8th
Students and Parents:
Please review this section whether you are riding the bus to school, dropping off your student, or driving yourself.
Officer Paubel (West High SRO) and I will be directing traffic in the morning to assist with drop-off. Please follow the following guidelines.
- Buses will drop-off students in front of the main entrance to school. Students will exit the bus and enter through those main entrance doors.
- Parent Drivers
- you will be directed to the front of school via the main driveway. You should NOT drive in the bus lanes at any point. Please use the lanes to the LEFT of the median and along the curb.
- You should also not use the drive directly into our main senior and staff parking lot in front of the school.
- Pull forward as much as possible as you stop to drop-off to maximize lane usage and lessen the stoppage to the flow of traffic then let your student out.
- Please go slow and yield to students and staff crossing from the main lot. Students should enter through either the Main Entrance or GYM Foyer Doors.
- Junior and Senior Student Drivers
- You may arrive on campus and park in your respective parking locations on campus.
- Juniors - Back of school and pit area unless instructed otherwise.
- Seniors - main lot in front of school and soccer lot in front of school.
- Please go slow and yield to students crossing from the main lot. Student should enter school through Main Entrance, Gym Foyer, and Cafeteria Doors.
- The building opens to students at 06:55 am.
- In the morning, students are expected to enter through Main Entrance and Gym Foyer Doors (bus riders, student drivers and students being dropped off) or Cafeteria Doors (student drivers).
- Breakfast is available from 07:00 am - 07:30 am.
- Classes begin at 07:35 am. Students are expected to be in their assigned room by 07:35 am. For the first few days of school, we will work with students as some adjust to a new building and all to a new schedule.
- The internal set of doors at the main entrance, gym and cafeteria doors will all be locked at 07:35 am. Students tardy to school should visit their grade level office for a pass to be permitted to class. Students will be issued a pass, then report to class.
- All visitors, including parents, are expected to enter through the main entrance and check in using the welcome vestibule at all times of the day.
- Visitors cleared to enter the main building are expected to wear their school issued visitor badge for the duration of their visit to West High.
- Students dismissed during the school day (e.g. for an appointment with a parent) are expected to exit the building through the main entrance.
- Parkway West High is a CLOSED CAMPUS.
- During school hours (07:00 am - 02:30 am), deliveries for students from outside entities, including, but not limited to food delivery services, are not allowed. Parents may continue to drop off items for students (lunch, athletic equipment, etc...), when necessary.
- Students and Visitors should never prop doors for any reason as this could lead to a major security breach.
- Students traveling within the building throughout the day should always have a pass provided to them by their teacher or staff member of Parkway West High. The only exception is passing time between classes.
Class of 2027 (Seniors)
West High seniors that have purchased a parking pass for the 2026-2027 school year will have access to identified senior parking areas throughout the 2026-2027 school year. Only senior students that have purchased parking passes from Parkway West High and supplied needed information to their grade level office are permitted to park on West High's campus in designated senior parking lots and spaces. No exceptions.
All students parking on campus are expected to have their school issued parking pass displayed (hanging from mirror) in their vehicle by Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Failure to do so is a violation of the school's discipline policy and may result in fines and / or other consequences. We appreciate your cooperation with this. Any questions regarding parking should begin in the senior office.
Class of 2028 (Juniors)
West High Juniors that have purchased a parking pass for the 2026-2027 school year will have access to identified Junior parking areas throughout the 2026-2027 school year. Only Junior students that have purchased parking passes from Parkway West High and supplied needed information to their grade level office are permitted to park on West High's campus in designated junior parking lots and spaces. No exceptions.
All students parking on campus are expected to have their school issued parking pass displayed (hanging from mirror) in their vehicle by Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Failure to do so is a violation of the school's discipline policy and may result in fines and / or other consequences. We appreciate your cooperation with this. Any questions regarding parking should begin in the junior grade level office.
Class of 2029 (Sophomores)
Due to space limitations, Sophomore students are NOT eligible to park on campus during the school day --- no exceptions. Parking is limited to our Juniors and Seniors.
Doing so is a violation of the school's discipline policy and may result in disciplinary consequences. Violations will be ticketed, fines assessed, and multiple violations could result in loss of parking privileges in future years. As you plan for the school year, please make appropriate transportation arrangements. These guidelines will be in place throughout the school year and exceptions are not made. Please plan accordingly and avoid violations.
Class of 2030 (Freshmen)
Freshmen students are not eligible to park on campus during the school day for any reason --- no exceptions. Doing so is a violation of the school's discipline policy and may result in disciplinary consequences. As you plan for the school year, please make appropriate transportation arrangements.
Parkway West Speech & Debate Annual Tournament
The Parkway West Speech and Debate Team is hosting our annual Fall Classic Speech and Debate tournament this October 16th & 17th. We request assistance from all Parkway community adults —parents, grandparents, and high school graduates— to volunteer their time to judge. Judges will watch a variety of performances done by high schoolers across the St. Louis area and vote on their favorites. Your support not only motivates our students to take on the responsibility of hosting a tournament, but it also encourages young adults to build their public speaking, argumentation, and persuasion skills in a fun and competitive way. Sign up NOW! For more information visit our WEBSITE or email us at pwestdebate@gmail.com.
Save the Date!
West High School Picture Day is Monday, September 28th. Picture Day Order Packets: Wagner Portrait Group will be photographing students for portrait packages and school records. Only online orders will be accepted. Please do not bring checks, cash, or order forms to school as they will not be accepted. Pre-Order Online: www.WagnerPortraitGroup.com Pre-Order Password: 5D5Y7U9W
**Please note that Picture Day is for all of our 9th, 10th and 11th grade students**
What is Infinite Campus or IC - Infinite Campus is a comprehensive student information system (SIS). It is used by Parkway Schools to be an information HUB for parents and students. Infinite Campus houses many key things such as:
- Schedule Information
- Attendance Information
- Grades
- Fees and Fines
- So much more
Spirit Week
Tickets
Parade Sign-Ups
Athletic buses (both Parkway & VICC) will depart the WHS campus at 5:30 pm, Mon - Fri.
Beginning September 8th: Activity buses (VICC only) will depart the WHS campus at 4:00 pm, Mon - Thur.
**All students riding Athletic and Activity Buses must be participating in a sport or club and supervised by a coach or sponsor to access the buses. Students may not ride home on athletic and activity buses without participating in a sport, club or activity.
- If you plan on participating in MSHSAA athletics and activities, please keep in mind that MSHSAA requires that student athletes and competitors enroll in, and pass, at minimum 6 classes each semester in order to participate in athletics.
- All student athletes and competitors must remain in good academic standing and avoid any behavioral consequences that would result in removal from the academic setting in order to remain eligible to play in contests.
- Please contact Emily Lovercheck, Athletic & Activities Director or your grade level principal if you need additional information.
Parkway West High School
Email: westhigh@parkwayschools.net
Website: https://westhigh.parkwayschools.net/
Location: 14653 Clayton Road, Chesterfield, MO 63011, USA
Phone: (314) 415-7500