Service / Leadership

Sponsors: Nicole Hewitt (Science) and Kristin Ream (Science)

Miracle Network Dance Marathon is a program of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN Hospitals). CMN Hospitals raises funds for 170 children’s hospitals that support the health of 10 million kids each year across the U.S. and Canada. Donations benefit local member hospitals to fund critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services, along with innovative research, vital pediatric medical equipment, child life services that put kids’ and families’ minds at ease during difficult hospital stays and financial assistance for families who could not otherwise afford these health services. 

At Parkway Central, our program supports children and families currently at St. Louis Children's Hospital and Cardinal Glennon. The Dance Marathon organization focuses on recruiting community members, students, and faculty to support Children's Miracle Network. We plan for the Dance Marathon event, which is a celebration of the money raised and the Miracle Families. We invite local children and their families who are currently undergoing treatment to join us and share their stories. There is dancing, games, prizes, and a celebration of one generation fighting for the next. The funds go towards programs, medical supplies, and treatments that are not regularly supported or covered by insurance. To learn more about Dance Marathon at a nationwide level, please click here.

For more information, contact Ms. Hewitt at nhewitt@parkwayschools.net or Ms. Ream at kream@parkwayschools.net. 

Sponsor:  Brad Robertson (Social Studies)

FCA is a student-led organization that connects students through their shared beliefs. FCA utilizes the platform of sport to reach every student and athlete with the transforming power of Jesus Christ. FCA focuses on serving local communities by engaging, equipping and empowering high school students and athletes to unite, inspire and change the world through the gospel.

Students meet multiple times a month in the evenings at students' houses, parks, restaurants, or other locations.  All students are welcome to attend regardless of faith or athletic involvement at Parkway Central. 

For more information, contact Mr. Robertson at brobertson1@parkwayschools.net.

Sponsor: Joni Patton (Social Studies)

High School Heroes is a drug prevention program led by high school students. The program is geared toward 6th-grade students, focusing on e-cigarettes, marijuana, CBD, and mental wellness. The high school heroes are student facilitators who present numerous hands-on demonstrations, including upbeat lessons that focus on health risks and resistance training. High School Heroes serve as educators and mentors, providing 6th-grade students with essential information and the opportunity to see their “Heroes” as healthy role models.

For more information, please contact Joni Patton at jpatton1@parkwayschools.net.

Sponsor: Janell Byrd (Math)

Link Crew is PCH's freshmen transition program. Outstanding junior and senior students act as Link Leaders and mentor a group of freshmen throughout their first year of high school. 

Link Crew Advisors: Paul Hussmann (Counseling), Meghan Monroe (PE), Jamie Smith (Math), Angie Watson (Library)

For more information, contact Ms. Byrd at jbyrd@parkwayschools.net.

Sponsor: Joni Patton (Social Studies)

NOW n L8R emphasizes the value of making good decisions. During this program, high school students will be leaders in helping 8th-grade students understand the value of making healthy decisions and realize the impact peers and social media have on their self-worth. This program addresses 3 specific areas in students’ lives:

• Decision making
• Social media influences and self-worth
• Addicitions
• And natural highs

For more information, contact Joni Patton at jpatton1@parkwayschools.net.

Sponsor: Meghan Monroe (Physical Education)

Parkway PATH is a teen-led initiative comprising a series of programs geared to prevent and reduce students' use of alcohol, e-cigarettes, marijuana, and other drugs and build resiliency and support systems.  Through age-appropriate conversations, PATH programs educate students about the unhealthy consequences of drug use and the benefits of choosing a healthy lifestyle. Ultimately, we hope to empower each student to have the attitude to “Learn It, Live It, and Pass It On.”  PATH programs recruit high school students to facilitate meaningful lessons ranging from smoking prevention to character education.  These students sign a Code of Conduct and serve as role models for their peers, younger students, and the community.

For more information, contact Meghan Monroe at mmonroe@parkwayschools.net. 

Project Help

Sponsors: Sarah Reeves (Math); Alexandria Elder (Math); Shana Kelley (Science); Jaclyn Deelo (FACS); and Marissa Farrell (English)

Student Council is our student-led leadership organization at Parkway Central High. Our goal is to represent the student body and help organize various school activities and events. StuCo's responsibilities typically include planning major events like Homecoming, where they coordinate themes, dances, and spirit week activities. We also organize community service projects and fundraisers to support local causes and build school spirit. Additionally, Student Council members act as a bridge between students and school administration, voicing student concerns and promoting positive change within the school. 

Elections are held in May for the following school year. Students who are new to Central High or are freshmen are able to join our organization through the Work Your Way On (WYWO).

Reach out to Ms. Reeves at sreeves1@parkwayschools.net with any questions.

Sponsor: Marissa Farrell (English)

For more information, contact Ms. Farrell at mthomas1@parkwayschools.net.