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Newscast: Oct. 18, 2018

By wgecho on October 18, 2018 • ( 0 )

Video editor Evelyn Trampe shares this week’s news, and senior Ellie Oliphant talks about Webster Tackles Cancer.

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Ellie’s Expression: Starbucks grasps for straws

By Eleanor Marshall on October 18, 2018 • ( 0 )

Starbucks, by 2020, has committed to making piles of indisposable lids. As of now, Starbucks produces its new lids with polypropylene, or #5 plastic, a plastic that is non recyclable. This might come to a shock, but recycling is much… Read More ›
Print Version: WG ECHO October 2018 Issue

By wgecho on October 18, 2018 • ( 0 )

This is the second issue of the 104th year of the ECHO. Contents include: *Young people need to vote *Prank phone call causes panic *Don’t Tread on Me’ flag shows understanding needed in cases of harassment allegations *School District hires… Read More ›
Voices of Webster: October 17, 2018

By wgecho on October 17, 2018 • ( 0 )

Business/advertising manager Trinity Madison reports on national Coming Out day.
Slideshow: Community gathers for Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival

By wgecho on October 16, 2018 • ( 0 )

About 12,000 gathered for the Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival on Sept. 15.
Juniors perform for famous composer

By Sean Mullins on October 15, 2018 • ( 0 )

Juniors Elizabeth Teeter and Caleb Miofsky performed in the concert “Finishing the Hat- Songs for Sondheim” for composer Stephen Sondheim during his St. Louis Literary Award acceptance ceremony on Oct. 4, at Sheldon Concert Hall. Sondheim composed for various musicals… Read More ›
Electric Retrospective- Telltale to tell no more tales

By Sean Mullins on October 12, 2018 • ( 0 )

Telltale Games shocked the games industry this month by announcing its closure, and while the future of its unfinished projects is uncertain, what’s more important is the future of the staff that created them. The adventure game developer was created… Read More ›
Voices of Webster: October 12, 2018

By wgecho on October 12, 2018 • ( 0 )

Business/advertisement manager Trinity Madison reports on Webster Groves alumni.
National Coming Out day offers opportunities for education

By Trinity Madison on October 11, 2018 • ( 0 )

The danger of identifying as nonheterosexual is extensive, yet annually people still take the risk on October 11, National Coming out Day.
Camp Wyman promises ‘life-changing’ experience

By wgecho on October 10, 2018 • ( 0 )

Ada Foley — Contributing Writer Week 1 of Camp Wyman started Sept. 30, and it’s predicted by its coordinators and by veteran counselors to be a life-changing experience for high schoolers involved.
Slideshow: Balloonists show skills, art at St. Louis Balloon Glow

By wgecho on October 10, 2018 • ( 0 )

Sixty-five balloons took part in the 46th annual Balloon Glow on Sept. 14, in Forest Park.
Voices of Webster: October 10, 2018

By wgecho on October 10, 2018 • ( 0 )

Print editor Eleanor Marshall reports on senior Tori Watson, the first female student of the class of 2019 to enlist in the Marines.
Softball head coach emphasizes community

By wgecho on October 9, 2018 • ( 0 )

Coaching softball was not alum Bryan Gibson’s original plan. Graduating in 1993, Gibson pursued an education degree following high school. Gibson’s motive to return to the district was, “Teaching, at first.” After college, he came back in hopes of teaching… Read More ›
Alumni reminisce on past

By Trinity Madison on October 8, 2018 • ( 0 )

If a student were to ask any alumni what they remember about Webster Groves High School (WGHS), the answers would vary. Many could tell of landmarks that currently, students have no recollection of. This year, the alumni office will hold… Read More ›
Newscast: Oct. 5, 2018

By wgecho on October 5, 2018 • ( 0 )

Video editor Evelyn Trampe shares this week’s news about GSA’s Soctober clothing drive, the Fall One-Act Festival, Fall Sports Assembly, cross country, softball Conference champs, SAT and PSAT tests and upcoming events. Visit Our Sponsors
Op-ed: Abusive Artists should not be supported

By wgecho on October 5, 2018 • ( 0 )

[Trigger warning: Abuse and assault is talked about in this story. If you or someone you know is struggling in an abusive situation, use the hotlines at the bottom of this page.] When R. Kelly shows up to play a… Read More ›
Voices of Webster: October 5, 2018

By wgecho on October 5, 2018 • ( 0 )

Junior editor Elise Keller reports on Best Buddies.
Webster senior becomes Marine

By Eleanor Marshall on October 4, 2018 • ( 0 )

While some students worry about sports practice, AP classes and the Friendship Dance, senior Tori Watson has another thing on her mind: the Marines. Watson didn’t always plan her life to go this way. “When I was a junior, I… Read More ›
Administration discusses school safety, spaces

By wgecho on October 3, 2018 • ( 0 )

Ethan Ryan – Contributing Writer — Webster Groves School District held a community public forum in the high school library, Sept. 20, to discuss safety and space requirements of specific schools throughout the district.
Voices of Webster: October 3, 2018

By wgecho on October 3, 2018 • ( 0 )

Video editor Evelyn Trampe reports on the new academic lab policy.
Electric Retrospective- Review: ‘Octo Expansion’ gives refreshing spin on DLC

By Sean Mullins on October 2, 2018 • ( 0 )

Though “Splatoon 2” is most known for its fantastic multiplayer and constant free updates, its single-player campaign excels as well, and “Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion” is well worth the wait for extra campaign content. “Octo Expansion” takes place adjacent to… Read More ›
Photo of the Week: Binder plays in home match against Rockwood Summit

By wgecho on October 1, 2018 • ( 0 )

Senior Emma Binder with the tennis team plays against Rockwood Summit High School on Sept. 25. WGHS won 5-4. Photo by Lindsey Bennett
Innovative teaching styles create new opportunities for learning inside, outside of classroom

By Lindsey Bennett on October 1, 2018 • ( 0 )

As teachers place more emphasis on how students learn, educators are evolving their class style to reflect different needs. The Chelsea Center for Experiential Learning has offered assistance on internships, service learning, travel and employment since 2011, but traditional teachers… Read More ›
Voices of Webster: September 28, 2018

By wgecho on September 28, 2018 • ( 0 )

Feature editor Lindsey Bennett reports on LouFest’s cancellation and the reactions of students set to perform there.
Best Buddies club hopes to build friendships

By elisekeller27 on September 27, 2018 • ( 0 )

Webster’s newest club, Best Buddies, hopes to establish “a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities,” according to the organization’s website. Last year, senior Francia Munoz… Read More ›

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Band mattress sale coming Oct. 20

Band will host its fifth annual mattress sale in Roberts Gym Oct. 20, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to raise funds for its music program.

On sale will be twin, full, queen, king and California king size mattresses from Simmons Beautyrest, Southerland and Malouf.

GSA begins Soctober clothing Drive

Gay-Straight Alliance invites students and staff to contribute to Socktober, an annual, month-long clothing drive, during second hour classes.

The classroom with the most donations by Halloween will earn a food prize.

If a second hour class would like to participate but does not have a Socktober collection box, the teacher may contact Susan Riegel in room 256.

Runners start the 5K and One-Mile Fun Run on Selma Avenue for the 2014 Ivory Crockett Run4Webster on Oct. 18, 2014.

15th Ivory Crockett Run coming Oct. 20

Webster Groves School District Foundation will sponsor the 15th annual Ivory Crockett Run for Webster on Oct. 20, in front of the high school.

Activities include a one-mile run, a 5K run, Fredbird at the 100-yard dash, a pancake breakfast, children’s activities.

More information and registration may be found at here.

Botanical Garden extends Flora Borealis

St. Louis Botanical Garden will extend its Flora Borealis nighttime experience, until Oct. 20.

Flora Borealis, an interactive light and sound show, allows visitors to connect with the nature surrounding them.

Garden doors open at 7 p.m. for all ticket holders to see the garden before the show.

Flora Borealis will begin at sundown and include live entertainment on select nights.

Ticket prices range from $10 to $25 depending on age and night.