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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: March 11, 2020
Junior editor Jaden Fields shares an opinion on cancel culture.
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Stores offer prom dresses with range of styles, prices
Ava Musgraves Contributing Writer As the second half of the school year comes to a close, the anticipation for one iconic event increases: Prom. Today there are plenty of stores that sell prom dresses at different prices and qualities. It… Read More ›
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Teachers show passion for black history
Social studies classes are celebrating Black History Month with the decorating of classroom doors.
The idea was proposed by social studies department head, Betty Roberts. The concept was to decorate classroom doors in honor of Black History Month and the many black activists, athletes, scientists and artists from history and present day. -
New coach excites women’s soccer
Lindsey Bennett Print Editor When the women’s soccer team steps onto Selma Field for its first game, it will be led by a new head coach, Matt Hearty. “It is definitely going to be much different from last year,” senior… Read More ›
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Photo of the Week: Sophomore goes for basket in District final
Sophomore Eliza Maupin goes up against a Kirkwood player in the District final on March 5, at St. Louis University High School. The team lost 34-38 after a late run by the Pioneers to squash the team’s 23-14 lead at half time. Maupin ended with 7 points. Photo by Lindsey Bennett
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Newscast: March 6, 2020
Business manager Zora Thomas shares this week’s headlines: drama department’s presentation of “Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged),” parent-teacher conferences, spring sports assembly, spring break and upcoming sports events.
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Update: Students, staff dismissed after electrical panel shorts out
Students were dismissed at about 10 a.m. from school after a first-hour evacuation of all students and staff yesterday morning. Classes resumed as normal today. According to a district email, everyone was safe, and first responders as well as Ameren… Read More ›
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Drama to perform Shakespearian parody
“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)” is the first of two spring plays to be performed by the drama department this year.
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Breaking News: Students, staff evacuated due to smoke
Students were dismissed at about 10 a.m. from school after a first-hour evacuation of all students and staff, which was caused by reports of smoke. According to a district email, the smoke was caused by an electrical panel shorting out… Read More ›
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Breaking News: Trip to Italy, Greece cancelled
Students were told today that the upcoming trip to Italy and Greece March 13-21, has been cancelled due to concerns regarding student safety.
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Slideshow: Purina sponsors 27th annual pet parade
Thousands gathered for Purina’s 27th Pet Parade Feb. 16, in Soulard. It’s said to be the world’s largest costumed pet parade. Zora Thomas – Business Manager This is Zora Thomas’ first year on with Echo publications. She enjoys… Read More ›
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BattleHawks electrify downtown St. Louis
Emily Stisser Entertainment Columnist For the first time since 2016, a St. Louis football team played in The Dome at America’s Center. In a historic home opener, on Sunday, Feb. 23, the St. Louis BattleHawks won against the New York… Read More ›
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Willie’s Comic by Jaden Fields
Willie’s Comic by Jaden Fields
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Voices of Webster: February 28, 2020
Contributing writer Jackson Parks shares an opinion on next week’s All Write festival.
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Newscast: Feb. 28, 2020
Contributing writer Ava Musgraves shares this week’s headlines about the drama department’s “Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged),” the All-Write Festival and the opening of the spring sports season.
