English teacher to become Echo advisor
Kurt Johnson, yearbook advisor and English teacher, will take over the position as the journalism teacher and Echo newspaper advisor next school year. Continue reading English teacher to become Echo advisor
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Vintage Market to celebrate anniversary, host dance
Drop Soda Vintage Market will celebrate its two-year anniversary by throwing a vintage prom. Continue reading Vintage Market to celebrate anniversary, host dance
Governments attempts to silence journalists threatens democracy
Journalist and ex-CNN news host Don Lemon was arrested by federal agents as a result of his coverage of an Anti-ICE protest. His arrest follows a clear trend of journalists being unfairly targeted and silenced by the federal government. Continue reading Governments attempts to silence journalists threatens democracy
Echo News Roundup: Feb. 25, 2026
Contributing writer Chase Hoskins shares this week’s headlines. Edited by Connor Spellecy; script by Jasper Winterton Continue reading Echo News Roundup: Feb. 25, 2026
Annual ice carnival to return to Delmar Loop
Ice sculptures, ice carving demonstrations and a drone show will come to the Delmar Loop on Saturday, Jan. 24, from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. for its 19th annual ice carnival. Continue reading Annual ice carnival to return to Delmar Loop
Echo News Roundup: Jan. 7, 2026
Contributing writer Chase Hoskins shares this week’s headlines. Edited by Connor Spellecy; script by Jasper Winterton Continue reading Echo News Roundup: Jan. 7, 2026
State law bans personal devices at school
Contributing writers Chase Hoskins and Karter Goskie report on the state-wide cellphone ban. Continue reading State law bans personal devices at school
State passes law restricting phone use
“State involvement was an absolutely necessary piece,” Todd Schaefer, theater teacher, said about the new state law banning phones. Continue reading State passes law restricting phone use
Editorial: National Guard should not enforce domestic laws
“(Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe) has authorized the Missouri National Guard (MONG) to assist with administrative, clerical and logistical duties at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) processing facilities within the State of Missouri,” the governors official website states.
Continue reading Editorial: National Guard should not enforce domestic laws
Echo News Roundup: Oct. 8, 2025
Contributing writer Chase Hoskins shares this week’s headlines. Edited by Connor Spellecy; script by Jasper Winterton Continue reading Echo News Roundup: Oct. 8, 2025
District experiences budget cuts, lower funding
“The current 2024-2025 budget shows an operating deficit of about $1.7 million. Next year, we are projecting a deficit that could reach more than $2 million,” Jacob Myers, chief finance and operations officer, said via email.
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Students share value of industrial tech classes
Students share value of industrial tech classes Continue reading Students share value of industrial tech classes
Students honor teachers with appreciation night
Students honor teachers with appreciation night Continue reading Students honor teachers with appreciation night
Students work to help fund blood cancer research
“I’ve really enjoyed the process so far. I’m really excited to be a part of this,” Arianna Peper, junior, said about her role in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Continue reading Students work to help fund blood cancer research
Gifted program to experience major changes
“I think all students deserve a class that supports their brain and their heart,” Gwyndolyn Savens, Gifted English teacher, said via email. Continue reading Gifted program to experience major changes