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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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Photo of the Week: Band performs at fall sports assembly
The marching band performs at the fall sports assembly during 7th hour on Sept. 22. Photo by Maeve Taylor
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Breaking news: Schools go on lockdown
Lockdowns were imposed around 11 a.m. for Webster Groves High School, Hixson Middle School, Henry Givens Elementary School and the Steger Sixth Grade Center following an out-of-district phone call that claimed a student had been shot in a Hixson Middle… Read More ›
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Voices of Webster: September 21, 2018
This week’s ECHO Podcast is introduced by technology columnist Sean Mullins and was edited by podcast editor Maeve Taylor. Opinion editor Emily Stisser shares a profile of head softball coach Bryan Gibson. Intro and Outro music is “Poppers and Prosecco” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed… Read More ›
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Slideshow: Festival provides community building opportunities
Kirkwood’s annual Greentree Festival, Sept. 14-16, at Kirkwood Park brought community members together through volunteer work, entertainment and activities. Photos by Gretchen Skoglund
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Poll: What is your favorite pumpkin-themed food or drink?
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Voices of Webster: Teacher shares educational philosophy (Part 3 of 4)
This week’s ECHO Podcast is introduced by technology columnist Sean Mullins and was edited by podcast editor Maeve Taylor. English teacher Katie Guymon shares her thoughts about her teaching style. Intro and Outro music is “Poppers and Prosecco” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative… Read More ›
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Print Version: WG ECHO September 2018 Issue
This is the first issue of the 104th year of the ECHO. Contents include: *Willie’s Comic *Starbucks grasps for straws *Abusive artists should not be supported *Academic lab creates stricter policies *Best Buddies club hopes to build friendships *Foreign exchange… Read More ›
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Slideshow: Mens soccer ties Collinsville 4-4
Webster men’s soccer ties 4-4 with Collinsville on Aug. 31. By Evelyn Trampe
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Newscast: Sept. 14, 2018
Graphics editor Colin Shue and social media manager Rosa Parks share this week’s headlines: Renaissance Cards, college fair, National Merit Semi-Finalists, parking, Junior Entrance, service hours and the swim team car wash.
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Voices of Webster: Senior runs Race for Refuge
News editor Ethan Weihl interviews senior Jenna Michalski, who recently raised money for and ran in the Race for Refuge, a 5K, to support victims of sex trafficking.
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Slideshow: Women’s softball defeats Kirkwood 5-4
Varsity women’s softball won 5-4 against Kirkwood High School Sept. 6, on Plymouth Field. Photos by Lindsey Bennett
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Photo of the Week: Freshman runs in 1st cross country meet
Freshman Rose Johnson runs in the Jackson Invitational cross country meet on Aug. 25. Photo by Evelyn Trampe
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Voices of Webster: Teacher shares educational Philosophy (Part 2 of 4)
Social studies teacher James Lemay shares the inspiration for and his thoughts on his teaching style.
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Winner of Taylor Swift tickets is announced
The winner of the two tickets to Taylor Swift’s Sept. 18, concert is freshman Anijah Rayner. Congratulations, Anijah, and thank you to everyone who entered!
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Voices of Webster: September 7, 2018
This weeks ECHO Podcast is introduced by technology columnist Sean Mullins and was edited by podcast editor Maeve Taylor News editor Ethan Weihl reports on the men’s soccer teams summer trip to the Netherlands. Intro music is “Poppers and Prosecco” Kevin… Read More ›
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Slideshow: Festival goers enjoy international offerings
The annual Festival of Nations encouraged attendees to appreciate diverse cultures through art, cuisine, interaction and performance in Tower Grove Park on Aug. 25-26. Photos by Emily Stisser
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Voices of Webster: Teacher shares educational philosophy (Part 1 of 4)
Social studies teacher and Chelsea Center coordinator Julie Burchett shares her thoughts on her teaching styles.
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Poll: Have you attended a WGHS sports game this year?
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Voices of Webster: Lee film shares police officer’s bizarre true story
Graphics editor Colin Shue shares his perceptions about Spike Lee’s film “BlacKkKlansman.”
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Newscast: Aug. 30, 2018
Graphics editor Colin Shue and sports editor Greg Frazier share this week’s headlines.
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Entertainment columnist offers students chance for Taylor Swift tickets
Two tickets to Taylor Swift’s Reputation Stadium Tour at the Dome at America’s Center on Sept. 18, will be given by the ECHO to the student who most convinces entertainment columnist Josie Krueger that he/she deserves them. Fill out the… Read More ›
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Eagle Award nominee: Senior hopes to keep Webster tradition
Ashli Wagner Video Editor Mitchell Lazarow, senior and Eagle Award nominee, has been a part of several sports and activities at WGHS. Lazarow has played football for four years, two on Varsity, and has played volleyball for four years. Apart… Read More ›
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Poll: For what class are you most excited?
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Editor-in-chief leaves legacy
Caroline Fellows Editor-in-Chief “Have I ever told you how awesome you are?” Class of 2016 editor-in-chief Jack Killeen would be so upset right now. After seeing “DSWAQ!!!!!” written across the entire header of one of my articles sophomore year, I… Read More ›
