Zeke La Mantia Contributing Writer Connor Katsev began working at Webster Groves High School this fall as a history teacher. He reflected that he first decided to become a teacher when he took an Advanced Placement Art History class in… Read More ›
After graduating high school from WGHS in 2007 and finishing college at Illinois State University, Simone Cunningham, school counselor, felt as though she was called into doing this job, mostly because she enjoys connecting with students on a “different level” as she put it.
Contributing writer Zora Thomas talks to Inez Otay of Helen’s Bridal and Alterations about what students look for in prom dresses.
On Sundays in the spring, a group of Webster Groves High School students meet around lakes in St. Louis for competition and sharing the activity that unites them. This group is fishing club.
Proposition E, on the ballot for April 2, is a $22 million bond issue, designed to “improve safety, accessibility and other space issues in district buildings and relieve overcrowding in elementary schools,” according to the WGSD website.
Contributing writers Annabelle Lewis and Isabella Ferrell talk to senior and artist Zoe Schultz about student efforts to beautify the high school.
Proposition E will create a beneficial environment for all students with the new proposed extensions. The Echo endorses proposition E. The new bond increase will not raise any taxes and will keep the current tax rate at 56.99 cents per… Read More ›
Contributing writers Annabell Lewis and Isabella Ferrell report on the decorations of the school walls.
With Valentine’s Day in our recent past, love is in the air. It’s hard to escape the sappy ballads, cheesy rom-coms, and couple pictures on Instagram during February.With all the good, it is easy to overlook the ugly truth of relationships: according to VAWnet.org, “One in three teens will experience physical or sexual violence in their relationships.”
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Students in the Spanish program will take a 10-day long trip to Spain during spring break. “We want them to be able to practice what we learn in class and be able to go somewhere where they can use it,”… Read More ›
Senior Sammy Toskin has an orange smoothie poured on him after his one-act, “Double.” Photo by Jaden Fields
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), first passed in 1975, according to Understood.org, is a federal law that “requires schools to serve the needs of eligible students with disabilities.”Over the years, there have been cases in which the application of IDEA by schools has fallen short. One such case was worked through this year in Southwest Missouri.According to an article in the Joplin Globe, the Bronaugh school district in Bronaugh, MO, was “found to be out of compliance with federal laws.”
Video editor Evelyn Trampe shares this week’s headlines: Parent Teacher Conferences, bus passes, prom site selection, Cardinals tickets, Statesmen Service Awards, experiential learning credit, cheerleader tryouts and All-Write Festival highlights.
Gretchen Skoglund Contributing Writer Senior lacrosse player Kelly McClure is optimistic about what’s to come. The Varsity women’s goalkeeper, who signed to play at Quincy University, looks forward to leading the Webster team in her final Statesman…. Read More ›
Contributing writer Gretchen Skoglund talks to seniors about advice they want to give to younger students.
Ethan Ryan and Elise Wilke-Grimm Contributing Writers “No matter what the outcome is, you know you put everything on the line, and we love you for it. Never give up,” senior Edward Suber said. His words epitomized this season for… Read More ›
“Heard it in a Past Life,” fully written and co-produced by Folk-pop singer Maggie Rogers, comprehensively elates the experiences and feelings of change. Rogers’ first major-label debut album with Capitol Records was released Jan. 18. Upon release, the album placed… Read More ›
Contributing writers Gant Gibson and Ada Foley talk to English teachers Steve Leftridge and Katie Guymon about the All Write Festival.
Returning to off-Broadway performances, junior Elizabeth Teeter will star in world premiere musical “The Secret Life of Bees,” directed by Tony winner Sam Gold. Written by two time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, the play is adapted from the bestselling… Read More ›
Men’s basketball is on it’s way to winning it’s third consecutive State championship. Who might stop the Statesmen?
Feature Editor Lindsey Bennett reports on the upcoming All Write festival.
Senior Sam Getz rehearses for “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The play will premiere in the Black Box March 1 and 2. Photos by Zeke La Mantia.
