Author Archives
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High school to have late start next year
Webster Groves High School will begin having late start days next school year. The extra time will be used by teachers to create Professional Learning Communities or PLCs. PLCs are times when teachers are able to meet in order to… Read More ›
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SSD celebrates 60 years
Special School District is celebrating its 60th year educating children with disabilities. The Special School District was created in 1957, after a St. Louis County tax levy was passed to fund the program. The program began holding classes in 1958… Read More ›
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Pledge debate goes to court
The Pledge of Allegiance has been a source of controversy ever since its creation. These debates have continued on into the present day. Recently, India Landry, a 17-year-old Windfern High School senior, was expelled for refusing to stand for the… Read More ›
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Parking lot ban causes controversy
A few weeks ago, students were banned from parking in the old YMCA parking lot. Those who used the lot were confused and angry. “I’m livid,” junior Caleb Miofsky said about the closure. The decision was heralded with only an… Read More ›
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Jenna Michalski runs, raises money for victims of sex trafficking
Senior Jenna Michalski recently raised money for and ran in the Race for Refuge, a 5K, to support victims of sex trafficking.
“I raised over $400.00,” Michalski said. The race was sponsored by an organization called the Covering House, which provides therapeutic housing, community programs and other services in order to educate people about sex trafficking.
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Men’s soccer team learns important skills on Netherlands trip
Men’s soccer took a trip to the Netherlands over the summer, but it was no vacation. This trip prepared the team for the season to come.
