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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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Voices of Webster: Track team wins Conference
Video editor Calum Shank reports on the men’s Varsity track team’s Conference victory.
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Print Version: WG ECHO May 2021 Issue
This is the sixth issue of the 106th year of the ECHO.
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Review: ‘Minari’ tells story with heart-warming visuals
“Minari” has shaken the history of Academy Awards with heart-warming visuals.
Released in 2020, “Minari” introduces the scenic life on the rural farmland of Arkansas with a mischievous seven-year-old boy, David, and a careless tomboyish grandmother who, “sleep in boyshorts.” -
Echo News Roundup: April 16, 2021
Editor-in-chief Jaden Fields shares this week’s headlines: Senior Prom, the Missouri Policy Collaborative, Senior Panoramic Photo and Young Poets Perform.
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Voices of Webster: Marvel’s ‘WandaVision’ tries to be classic sitcom
Staff writer Calvin Lescher shares his views on Disney’s “WandaVision.”
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Op-Ed: Graduation ceremony should have had more student input
Superintendent John Simpson told the Webster-Kirkwood Times that the graduation ceremony on Friday, May 14, this year will be identical to last year’s in order to fit COVID-19 regulations.
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Photo of the Week: Junior lacrosse player fights for ball
Junior Margot Siener fights for the ball in the lacrosse game of Webster vs. Westminster, Wednesday, April 14, on Moss Field. The next game for the team is Tuesday, April 20, and they will play Pattonville on Moss Field. This will be senior night. Photo by Kelly Woodyard
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Science teacher steps in to teach AP Chemistry class
Science teacher Mebbie Landsness has worked at Webster Groves High School for four years, and this year, she has been given a new opportunity.
When AP Chemistry teacher Dr. Lisa Sylvester had to leave to help the Army Reserves with its COVID-19 response, Landsness was excited to step in and teach the class she left behind. -
News Brief: Student council organizes spring Spirit Week
STUCO is sponsoring a spirit week next week, April 12-16, leading up to Prom on April 17.
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Photo of the Week: Drama department presents ‘Glass Menagerie’
WG Drama Department presents “The Glass Menagerie” previewed Wednesday, April 7, in the the auditorium. Junior Ava Musgraves as Laura converses with sophomore Ian McCann as Jim. The show will be Thursday, April 8,- Saturday, April 10, at 7 p. m. and tickets can be purchased through this box office phone number, (314) 918- 4646. Photo by Zeke La Mantia
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Voices of Webster: Student-led Castillo performs concert
Contributing writer Ben Miller reports on student-led band Castillo’s recent concert.
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Custodians deal with COVID concerns
Video editor Calum Shank interviews Donnie Arnold about the precautions that the custodial staff takes to deal with COVID-19 concerns.
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Print Version: WG ECHO April 2021 Issue
This is the fifth issue of the 106th year of the ECHO.
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Guerilla Street Food impresses with Filipino staples
Ben Miller Contributing Writer Located at 43 S Old Orchard Avenue, Guerilla Street Food is almost a hidden gem. While it is a well-known restaurant, its odd location next to the Great Clips in a small strip mall makes it… Read More ›
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Voices of Webster: FACS students make cards for veterans
Contributing writer Kimmy Dang tells about students who made handcrafted Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day cards for senior military veterans.
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Yearbook, publications earn MIPA honors
Missouri Interscholastic Press Association held its 52nd annual J-Day March 31, virtually using Whova and Zoom apps.
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News Brief: Chelsea Center hosts ‘Dub-G Does’
Sophomore Service day was cancelled this year due to COVID. In its place, the Chelsea Center has organized a schoolwide service challenge: “Dub-G Does.” Students and staff interested in participating should first choose a community or independent volunteer activity. After… Read More ›
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News Brief: Student council elections to take place April 2
STUCO elections will take place Friday, April 2. Students will vote via a Google Form sent over email. STUCO elections were moved from March 31, to April 2, to allow students who are running more time to campaign instead of… Read More ›
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News Brief: Juniors to take ACT on March 30
Juniors will take the ACT on Tuesday, March 30, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. In order for students to receive their scores, they should enter their “Student Code” into their MyAct account. To take the ACT on test day, students… Read More ›
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Voices of Webster: Parents express opinions about Term 4 schedule
Podcast editor Lydia Urice asks parents about how they feel about the new Term 4 schedule.
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Voices of Webster: Students express opinions about Term 4 schedule
Podcast editor Lydia Urice asks students how they feel about the new Term 4 schedule.
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Echo News Roundup: March 18, 2021
Editor-in-chief Jaden Fields shares this week’s headlines: schedule for week after spring break, the Dub-G Does program and women’s Varsity basketball goes to State.
