Entertainment

Students, staff decide: Is astrology real?

For Gen Z and Millennials, zodiac signs and astrology serve as an escapism from life’s problems. Continue reading Students, staff decide: Is astrology real?

Videos

Echo News Roundup: Dec. 7, 2023

Contributing writers Mia Willis and Karson Bluette share this week’s headlines and talk to students about winter fashion. Continue reading Echo News Roundup: Dec. 7, 2023

Photo of the Week

Photo of the Week: Senior shares about school programs at Curriculum and Preview Night

Senior Sam Klein talks to a parent at the Echo table during Curriculum and Preview Night on Tuesday, Dec. 5 in the auxiliary gym. The event went from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. It showcased student clubs, a fine arts performance, and students pitched their THRIVE businesses. Photo by Soledad Lee Continue reading Photo of the Week: Senior shares about school programs at Curriculum and Preview Night

Features

AI finds place in school environment

Chat GPT became available to the general public on Nov. 30, 2022, bringing about concern over students using AI to complete assignments in school, especially essays. Continue reading AI finds place in school environment

Features

Senior sparks conversation through interviews

TikTok account titled, “Webster_interviews” has videos of student interviews, where the students have been asked controversial questions sparking conversation. Continue reading Senior sparks conversation through interviews

News, Sports

Men’s swim, dive team places 6th in state

“The team’s work ethic, determination and overall grit has really grown over the season, and I think it will continue to grow throughout the State process,” senior and team captain Calum Shank said. Continue reading Men’s swim, dive team places 6th in state

Podcasts

Voices of Webster: Seniors look forward to second semester

Print/podcast editor Sam Klein talks to seniors about second semester highlights. Continue reading Voices of Webster: Seniors look forward to second semester

Entertainment

Students and staff reflect on ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’

Over the past two years, music artist Taylor Swift has been re-recording her albums to reclaim ownership from Scooter Braun, who recently purchased the masters to her albums. Continue reading Students and staff reflect on ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’

Editorial

Editorial: Religious discrimination is out of control

Gaza political group Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel Oct. 7, which led to Israel’s retaliation. This situation reflects a deeper issue taking place all over, including right here in Missouri. Continue reading Editorial: Religious discrimination is out of control

Photo of the Week

Photo of the Week: Cheerleader performs at Turkey Day game

Senior Ari Eichberg poses in a stunt at the 125th annual Turkey Day game against Kirkwood on Thursday, Nov. 23, on Lyons Memorial Field. The Statesmen lost to the Kirkwood Pioneers with a score of 13-65. Photo by Karson Bluette Continue reading Photo of the Week: Cheerleader performs at Turkey Day game

News

National Honor Society hosts Mercy Hospital blood drive

According to Givingblood.org, one in seven people entering a hospital need blood. This blood, which comes from donations, can save up to three lives with only one pint—but fewer than 10% of U.S. citizens donate blood every year. Continue reading National Honor Society hosts Mercy Hospital blood drive

Entertainment, Op-Ed

Op-ed: There should be more Thanksgiving movies

Upon a Google search for “Thanksgiving movies,” one looking to get into the holiday spirit will be bombarded with an array of movies—few of which are actually about the holiday. Continue reading Op-ed: There should be more Thanksgiving movies

News

DECA brings back car smash for fundraiser

DECA will hold a car smash fundraiser Nov. 22, 5-6:30 p.m. The event is organized by students for the DECA trip to New York in January of 2024. Continue reading DECA brings back car smash for fundraiser

Photo of the Week

Photo of the Week: Thespians perform ‘Rumors’

Seniors Kaya Wolf and Mia Willis rehearse for the show “Rumors,” by Neil Simon on Tuesday, Nov. 14 in Jerry R. Knight Auditorium. Opening night was Thursday, Nov. 16 and upcoming performances include tonight, Nov. 17, and Saturday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. Photo by Arianna Peper Continue reading Photo of the Week: Thespians perform ‘Rumors’