Coaches, athletes respond to heat wave
August’s heatwave took its toll on athletes with record high heats getting as high as 115, according to weather.gov. Continue reading Coaches, athletes respond to heat wave
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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.
New choir teacher brings back old tradition
The choir is starting the year off by performing with the middle school choir and directors from outside of the district. Continue reading New choir teacher brings back old tradition
WG Echo September 2023
This is the first issue of the 109th year of the ECHO. Continue reading WG Echo September 2023
Publications, yearbook staffs earn awards
Echo publications and the Echo Yearbook staffs earned honors from Quill and Scroll and Missouri Interscholastic Journalism Association. Continue reading Publications, yearbook staffs earn awards
Violinist to continue music endeavors at SIUE
Graduate Yuki Ishiyama has always had a chipper presence around the school. Whether in class right before a test, or at an orchestra concert, Ishiyama will always have a smile on his face. Continue reading Violinist to continue music endeavors at SIUE
Artist to pursue passion at Art Institute of Chicago
Graduate Clara Bittle’s extraordinary art work has led her to attend the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Continue reading Artist to pursue passion at Art Institute of Chicago
Echo News Roundup: Sept. 7, 2023
Contributing writers Karson Bluette and Mia WIllis share this week’s headlines. Continue reading Echo News Roundup: Sept. 7, 2023
Photo of the Week: Soccer player battles Lindbergh opponent
Freshman Bergen Neal battles for the ball against Lindbergh sophomore Aiden Vojka. Lindbergh went on to beat the Statesman 2-0. About the game, Bergen Neal said, “It was a tough loss, with new people and a new team.” Photo by Sam Enlund Continue reading Photo of the Week: Soccer player battles Lindbergh opponent
Echo News Roundup: Aug. 31, 2023
Contributing writers Karson Bluette and Mia WIllis share this week’s headlines. Continue reading Echo News Roundup: Aug. 31, 2023
Students celebrate new school year with dance, activities fair
Selma Ave. will host the Activities Fair and the Selma Street dance on Thursday, Aug. 31 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Continue reading Students celebrate new school year with dance, activities fair
Eagle Award nominee: Senior earns highest ever 4-year total of service hours
With 363 hours of service work, senior Olivia King has earned the highest four year total of service hours at WGHS. Continue reading Eagle Award nominee: Senior earns highest ever 4-year total of service hours
Retiring teacher, graduating son share experiences
History teacher Terry Verstraete will retire after 29 years at Webster Groves High School. His son, senior Garrett Verstraete, will join him in his departure, as he will be graduating by the year’s end. Continue reading Retiring teacher, graduating son share experiences
Eagle Award nominee: Editor-in-chief leaves mark on WGHS
Starting her journalism career four years ago, Lydia Urice has won over nine Missouri Interscholastic Journalism Association awards. Continue reading Eagle Award nominee: Editor-in-chief leaves mark on WGHS
Echo earns NSPA First Class rating
National Scholastic Press Association awarded the 2022-2023 Echo staff a First Class Rating with three Marks of Distinction Marks of Distinction for Coverage & Continue reading Echo earns NSPA First Class rating
Future Leaders provides opportunities for incoming, current HS students
“Future Leaders is a fun and worthwhile program,” head director of the program, Jaime Adamski, stated. Continue reading Future Leaders provides opportunities for incoming, current HS students
Voices of Webster: Tips for healthier snacking
Contributing writer Roxanne Flood gives advice about how to keep snacking healthy. Continue reading Voices of Webster: Tips for healthier snacking