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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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Newscast: Oct. 18, 2018
Video editor Evelyn Trampe shares this week’s news, and senior Ellie Oliphant talks about Webster Tackles Cancer.
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Print Version: WG ECHO October 2018 Issue
This is the second issue of the 104th year of the ECHO. Contents include: *Young people need to vote *Prank phone call causes panic *Don’t Tread on Me’ flag shows understanding needed in cases of harassment allegations *School District hires… Read More ›
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Voices of Webster: October 17, 2018
Business/advertising manager Trinity Madison reports on national Coming Out day.
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Slideshow: Community gathers for Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival
About 12,000 gathered for the Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival on Sept. 15.
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Voices of Webster: October 12, 2018
Business/advertisement manager Trinity Madison reports on Webster Groves alumni.
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Camp Wyman promises ‘life-changing’ experience
Ada Foley — Contributing Writer Week 1 of Camp Wyman started Sept. 30, and it’s predicted by its coordinators and by veteran counselors to be a life-changing experience for high schoolers involved.
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Slideshow: Balloonists show skills, art at St. Louis Balloon Glow
Sixty-five balloons took part in the 46th annual Balloon Glow on Sept. 14, in Forest Park.
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Voices of Webster: October 10, 2018
Print editor Eleanor Marshall reports on senior Tori Watson, the first female student of the class of 2019 to enlist in the Marines.
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Softball head coach emphasizes community
Coaching softball was not alum Bryan Gibson’s original plan. Graduating in 1993, Gibson pursued an education degree following high school. Gibson’s motive to return to the district was, “Teaching, at first.” After college, he came back in hopes of teaching… Read More ›
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Newscast: Oct. 5, 2018
Video editor Evelyn Trampe shares this week’s news about GSA’s Soctober clothing drive, the Fall One-Act Festival, Fall Sports Assembly, cross country, softball Conference champs, SAT and PSAT tests and upcoming events. Visit Our Sponsors
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Op-ed: Abusive Artists should not be supported
[Trigger warning: Abuse and assault is talked about in this story. If you or someone you know is struggling in an abusive situation, use the hotlines at the bottom of this page.] When R. Kelly shows up to play a… Read More ›
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Voices of Webster: October 5, 2018
Junior editor Elise Keller reports on Best Buddies.
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Administration discusses school safety, spaces
Ethan Ryan – Contributing Writer — Webster Groves School District held a community public forum in the high school library, Sept. 20, to discuss safety and space requirements of specific schools throughout the district.
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Voices of Webster: October 3, 2018
Video editor Evelyn Trampe reports on the new academic lab policy.
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Photo of the Week: Binder plays in home match against Rockwood Summit
Senior Emma Binder with the tennis team plays against Rockwood Summit High School on Sept. 25. WGHS won 5-4. Photo by Lindsey Bennett
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Voices of Webster: September 28, 2018
Feature editor Lindsey Bennett reports on LouFest’s cancellation and the reactions of students set to perform there.
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Voices of Webster: Teacher shares educational philosophy (Part 4 of 4)
This week’s ECHO Podcast is introduced by technology columnist Sean Mullins and was edited by podcast editor Maeve Taylor. Social studies teacher Betty Roberts shares some thoughts about her teaching style. Intro and Outro music is “Poppers and Prosecco” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under… Read More ›
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Letter to the editor
Dear Echo, I am writing this because I read your article “Softball head coach emphasizes community,” and this was a really well done article, but as more and more newspapers are written, I hope JV Black can be included in… Read More ›
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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 ›
