HS Girls BB Sub-State Finals vs.
Wabaunsee, 3/8
39-35
The Lady Mustangs are Sub-State Champions!
#MustangPride
Agenda Link: bit.ly/3T5LkRM
Doniphan West Weekly Activities Schedule for March 10. https://tinyurl.com/D-WestWeeklyActivitiesMarch10
Wear your Hawaiian Gear and come cheer on the Lady Mustangs in the Sub- State Championship at Valley Heights High School tomorrow at 6:30pm!!
Pep Bus Sign-Up – HS Girls @ Valley Heights, Sub-State BBl Finals vs. Wabaunsee
Saturday, March 8, 6:30 p.m.
Departure: 4:30 p.m. from the high school
Admission: Covered by a generous donor ($6 per student!)
Open to grades 7-12
Deadline: Noon on Friday, 3/7
Sign-up here:
https://forms.gle/Weq3nQF56vqT8uad7
Vallley Heights' media team will be live streaming the games with commentary on Saturday. The games will also be streaming on NFHS.
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/live/kLepY3-zWSI
Junior High Track Apparel is now available to be ordered. All orders are due by Thursday, March 13. See order form for details. Orders may be completed online at: https://www.customink.com/g/zha0-00cx-zwjk THANK YOU for supporting D-West Athletics!
HS Girls BB Sub-state Semifinals vs. Jackson Heights, 3/5
52-30
#MustangPride
Students (7-12)that commit to sitting in the pep club section for tonight's game can get in for 1/2 price!($3) Just tell the gate person you are part of pep club, pay your $3, then they will forward you to the pass gate.
Tonight's HS girls sub-state basketball game vs. Jackson Heights will move forward as planned.
It's 2A Sub-State Semifinal Wednesday for your Lady Mustangs Basketball Team! Good Luck to the ladies as they play host to the Jackson Heights Cobras. Tip-off is set for 7PM. Doors open at 6pm. GO MUSTANGS! Watch Live with a subscription on NFHS or listen on KNZA Radio.
No School March 5, 2025. Later today, we will decide whether we can continue with the substate game safely. Please stay tuned.
The board will meet Wednesday, March 5, at 6:30 PM in the JH/HS Ag classroom for a special meeting to approve the new Supt. contract.
Wear Purple on Thursday, March 6th for Bryce's Birthday! She has been at Children's Mercy battling almost a month of Influenza A and E.coli. We are ready for her to feel better and return home!
HS Girls WR 3-2-1A STATE at Hays, Day 2, 3/1
Layla Kuhnert, 2-0, 3rd place
Congratulations Layla on a great season!
#MustangPride
HS Girls BB Sub-state Quarterfinals vs. Pleasant Ridge, 2/28
60-19
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HS Girls WR 3-2-1A STATE at Hays, Day 1, 2/28
Layla Kuhnert, 2-1, Qualified for Day 2
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Doniphan West Weekly Activities Schedule for March 3rd. https://tinyurl.com/D-WestActivitesScheduleMar3
Doniphan West Freshman Finds Inspiration in “Healing Through Colors”
By Rick Reigert
DONIPHAN, Kan. — In the bustling art room at Doniphan West High School, freshman Aliza Tracy can often be found surrounded by paint tubes, sketchbooks, and half-finished projects. The talented young artist, known among her peers for her dedication and creativity, recently showcased her passion for art on a larger stage by entering the Kansas Art Education Association (KAEA) contest.
This year’s contest theme—“Healing Through Colors”—challenged participants to design a flag illustrating the power of color to bring comfort, hope, and renewal. With three categories (Elementary, Junior High, and High School), the competition aims to highlight the best-emerging artists across Kansas. This year competing against Kansas High School Students, Aliza Trac\y won first place in the High School division
Multiple Projects, One Vision
Aliza, no stranger to juggling several artistic endeavors at once, began sketching ideas for her contest entry during her free periods and after school. “I love how color can instantly change your mood,” Aliza said. “It can evoke strong emotions and lift your spirits. My goal was to capture that feeling in my flag design.”
Even before the contest, Aliza’s teachers and classmates often praised her ability to bring fresh perspectives to common assignments. Whether it’s painting vibrant portraits or experimenting with different media, Aliza consistently explores how art can tell stories and spark conversation.
A Flag with a Purpose
For the KAEA flag design, Aliza drew inspiration from the concept of unity and personal growth. Her design features overlapping shapes in an array of vibrant hues—each shade representing a different aspect of healing, from emotional well-being to physical health. “I wanted to illustrate how different experiences can blend and create something uplifting,” she explained.
Aliza’s art teacher, Mr. Reigert, commended his student’s creativity: “Aliza’s work showcases a remarkable depth of understanding for someone her age. She’s not afraid to take risks and experiment, which is exactly the spirit we encourage in our art department.”
About the KAEA Contest
The Kansas Art Education Association organizes annual contests to motivate students across the state to explore and develop their artistic talents. With the theme “Healing Through Colors,” this year’s challenge acknowledges the role creative expression can play in promoting mental, emotional, and physical well-being. The competition is divided into three categories—Elementary, Junior High, and High School—to ensure a broad celebration of Kansas’ young artists.
About Doniphan West High School
Located in Doniphan, Kansas, Doniphan West High School is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and personal growth. With a strong emphasis on the arts, the school encourages students to explore their creativity and develop their unique talents. Recently Aliza has worked to enter the N.W. Missouri Art Exhibition at the Albrecht Kemper Art Museum in St.Joseph, Missouri, featuring the top High School work in the Kansas-Missouri Region.It will be on display this upcoming March
For more information on Aliza’s artwork or the Kansas Art Education Association contest, please contact Doniphan West High School’s art department at Rick Reigert - rreigert@usd111.org
