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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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Sleep deprivation has lasting effects on high school students
Elise Wilke-Grimm News/Opinion Editor High school students suffer from sleep deprivation everyday, sometimes without even noticing it. Lack of sleep directly affects the brain’s ability to retain memories, hold focus and concentration, and depletes motivation, according to med.stanford.edu. According to… Read More ›
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Voices of Webster: September 18, 2019
News/opinion editor Elise Wilke-Grimm shares a profile on new head coach of Varsity soccer Tim Velten.
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Photo of the Week: Students cheer at Fall Activities Assembly
Sophomore Camryn Riley and junior Sarah Ahrens cheer on senior members of the women’s tennis team. Step team, pep band and the “pillow people” were among the entertainment at the Fall Activities Assembly on Sept. 12. The assembly recognized participants in all of the fall activities.
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Slideshow: Faculty, staff, students welcome community to open house
Parents and guardians came to Open House Aug. 23, to visit their students’ classrooms and teachers and administrators.
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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.
