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The ECHO is a monthly publication of the newspaper staff of Webster Groves High School, 100 Selma Avenue, Webster Groves, MO. To contact staff members, call 314-963-6400 ex. 11157.
Unsigned editorials are the opinion of a majority of staff members; signed articles are the opinion of the writer.
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New soccer coach enjoys season’s 1st win
Elise Wilke-Grimm News/Opinion Editor Tim Velten, who was promoted to the Varsity soccer head coach after assistant coaching for Tim Cashel for five years, saw his players win their first game of the season 4-1 against Glendale at SLUH Field… Read More ›
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Newscast: Sept. 13, 2019
Contributing writer Ava Musgraves shares this week’s headlines: today in history, ACT test, Camp Wyman, class rings and graduation supplies, and upcoming sports events.
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Voices of Webster: September 13, 2019
This week’s ECHO Podcast is introduced by feature/entertainment editor Emily Stisser, outro’d by print editor Lindsey Bennett, and was edited by podcast editor Maeve Taylor. Over the summer, journalism camp students learned about the use of audio and podcasting as a news medium through… Read More ›
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Voices of Webster: September 6, 2019
Contributing writer Ava Musgraves shares a profile on new social studies teacher Joshua Luparell.
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Newscast: Sept. 6, 2019
Social media manager Zeke La Mantia and junior editor Jaden Fields share a special report from the Festival of Nations and this week’s headlines: today in history, summer reading books, Camp Wyman and upcoming sports events.
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Photo of the Week: Junior challenges Glendale player for ball in season’s first match
Junior Julian Tilford challenges a Glendale player for the ball in men’s soccer’s first game of the year at SLUH field on Saturday, Aug. 31. This was the team’s first game with new head coach Tim Velton following the retirement of former head coach Tim Cashel. Webster defeated Glendale 4-1. Photos by Jaden Fields
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Voices of Webster: September 4, 2019
Over the summer, journalism camp students learned about the use of audio and podcasting as a news medium through interviewing each other. In this episode, camper Grace Alverson interviews camper Laily Charlot.
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New block teacher ‘loves learning’
Social Studies teacher, Joshua Luparell started this fall as a history teacher at Webster Groves High School. Born and raised in Springfield, MO, Luparell has had a love of learning and teaching since he was in high school.
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Newscast: Aug. 29, 2019
Contributing writer Ava Musgraves shares this week’s headlines: today in history, no school on Friday or Monday, hoodies, Camp Wyman, Shepard’s Center volunteers, makeup photos and upcoming sports events. Support Our Sponsors
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Photo of the Week: Baritone player prepares for season’s first performance
Junior Sawyer Stein, baritone player for the marching band, practices for Webster Groves’ first football game to be played on Sept. 6. “I love it. It is hard but worth it,” Sawyer said. Photo by Sophia DeWald
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Voices of Webster: August 28, 2019
Over the summer, journalism camp students learned about the use of audio and podcasting as a news medium through interviewing each other. In this episode, camper Laily Charlot interviews camper Grace Alverson.
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Poll: Do you like the new late start days?
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Newscast: August 23, 2019
Junior editor Jaden Fields shares this week’s headlines: sports jamborees, Camp Wyman, and more.
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Voices of Webster: August 23, 2019
Junior editor Jaden Fields discusses the new late start schedule with Principal Matt Irvin.
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Voices of Webster: August 21, 2019
Over the summer, journalism camp students learned about the use of audio and podcasting as a news medium through interviewing each other. In this episode, Echo staff member Maeve Taylor interviews camper Phoebe Dunn.
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Photo of the Week: Student dresses to theme at Selma Street Dance
Junior Amelia Griesedieck rocks Elton John sunglasses during the Selma Street Dance where the theme was “throwback attire” Friday, Aug. 16. This was the first dance of the school year.
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Graduate wants to improve environment
Senior Emma Sellers poses with a cow at Gentle Barn Sanctuary.
Senior Emma Sellers has a love for science and environmental issues. She will take her passion to the University of Denver next year where she will study environmental chemistry and German.
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High school begins ‘late start Mondays’
Starting this year, Webster will implement late start days. On a typical school day, classes start at 7:55 a.m., but with the new procedure they will start at 8:57 a.m on some Mondays.
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Newscast: Aug. 16, 2019
Junior editor Jaden Fields shares this week’s headlines: activities fair, pep rally, Selma Street Dance, Camp Wyman, a cappella auditions, step team and student sports passes.
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Poll: Will you audition for the fall play?
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Editor visits with journalism campers
Webster-Kirkwood Times Editor Don Corrigan came to talk to the ECHO Journalism camp about squirrels. He talked on the prominence of squirrels in the media, stating that he thinks that it is saturated with squirrels, as is the thesis of “Nuts About Squirrels.”
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Junior journalists interview Parents Club member about Spirit Store and Coffee Shop
Parents Club and SSD have collaborated to create the Spirit Store & Coffee Shop.
Once located near the Junior Entrance, the early morning pit stop has moved to the Drama Hallway.
It’s open 7:30-7:55 a.m. Tuesday-Friday and 9-10 a.m. on Mondays.
Junior journalists talk to Parents Club member Becky Hauser about the shop during the Echo’s journalism camp. -
Shrewcrew: Friends create influence
Friends seniors Trace Boglino, William Colton, Serdel Dela Cruz, T.J. Disbennett, T.Y. Disbennett, Finn Frese, Frankie Kelty, Grant Lehmann, Thomas Okamoto, Daniel Placke, Matthew Smegner, Briton Toth and Zach Mason make up the “Shrewcrew,” one of the largest friend groups at WGHS.
