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ECHO Newspaper
Webster Groves High School
100 Selma Ave.
Webster Groves, MO 63119

Upcoming Events

March 6
Broadway Revue
Auditorium   7 p.m.

March 9
Parent Teacher Conferences
In person   4:30-8:30 p.m.

March 10
Parent Teacher Conferences
Virtual    4:30-8:30 p.m.

March 13-20
Spring Break

March 27
Spring Activities Assembly
Roberts Gym

Photo of the Week

Students across the Webster Groves School District walked out on Friday, Jan. 30 in protest of ICE and current events happening across the United States. Photos by Arianna Peper
Women's basketball held its senior night on Tuesday, Feb. 10, and played against Seckman High School. The game ended in a 56-51 win for Webster. Photos by Sam Enlund Students across the Webster Groves School District walked out on Friday, Jan. 30 in protest of ICE and current events happening across the United States. Photos by Arianna Peper Webster's theater department performs "Six: Teen Edition," from Jan. 15 to Jan. 17. The performance took place in the Jerry R. Knight auditorium. Photo by Lucy Fish. Men's basketball traveled to Highland, Illinois to compete in the Highland Shootout on Saturday, Jan. 10. The Statesmen played against Inglewood High School from California. The game ended in a 76-77 loss for Webster. Photos by Sam Enlund Men’s and women’s basketball played against Kirkwood high school on Friday, Jan. 9 in Roberts Gym. The women’s team lost 27-37 and the men’s team won 66-46. The basketball program also honored past basketball alum and the men’s championship team from 1996. Photos by Sam Enlund All Webster Groves School District schools and district offices, and Adventure Club will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 27, due to weather. All Webster Groves School District schools and offices, and Adventure Club will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to severe weather. Men’s and Women’s basketball honored those lost to cancer on Monday, Jan. 5. The men’s team played Saint Louis University High, winning 83-62, and the women’s team played Parkway North High School, winning 50-42. Photos by Sam Enlund Varsity men’s basketball won the annual Webster Classic Tournament which took place from Thursday, Dec. 11, to Saturday, Dec. 13. The team played three games against Jennings High School, Christian Brothers College High School and Lee’s Summit North High School, and won all three. Photos by Sam Enlund

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Former Echo Staffers

*Former entertainment editor Abby Botan interned with the St. Louis Post Dispatch during the summer of 2016. Here are a few of her published works.
--“'Queer' in pop culture"
--"Top 10 Instagram Accounts to follow"
--"Historic Front Pages"
--"Charles Lindbergh"
*Class of 2009 former business/advertising manager Caitlyn Davis is a public relations strategist.
*Class of 2017 former sports editor/columnist Bennett Durando is a Nuggets beat writer for The Denver Post.
*Class of 2018 editor-in-chief Caroline Fellows is an admissions representative at the University of Missouri-Columbia.
*Former editor-in-chief Kate Grumke is a a freelance reporter who also served as political producer for PBS and an Edward R. Murrow Award winner.
*Former sports editor Roy Harris is the author of Pulitzer's Gold.
*Class of 2015 former ECHO editor-in-chief Ariel Johnson is a producer at KNWA Fox24 and a Edward R. Murrow Award winner.
*Class of 2017 former ECHO editor Andy Kimball is a sports journalist for the Decatur Herald and Review.
*Class of 2019 print editor Ellie Marshall is a copy editor for the Maneater.
*Class of 2008 news editor Kate Midden is the communications director at the Global Health Advocacy Incubator.
*Class of 1978 ECHO staffer Russ Mitchell is an anchor for WKYC in Cleveland.
*Former technology columnist Roxie Mullins is senior editor at "Faces Magazine."
*Former web editor Phoebe Mussman is a videographer/photographer at Lindenwood University and won the Jury Award for Best Cinematography and Sound at the Stronger Than Fiction Film Fest for her documentary "Qualm and Quietus."
*Class of 2021 entertainment editor Addie Palmquist is working for the University of Arizona's The Daily Wildcat.
*Class of 2018 Social Media Manager Rosa Parks is communications coordinator for Action St. Louis!
*Class of 2019 editor-in-chief Cole Schnell is a data reporter for the Memphis Business Journal.
*Class of 2001 photographer Andrea Speth runs Speth Photography and photographs for the Emissourian.
*Class of 2009 web and podcast editor Kathryn Wolterman is a senior consultant at CGI

Category: Editorial

Governments attempts to silence journalists threatens democracy
Editorial

Governments attempts to silence journalists threatens democracy

Journalist and ex-CNN news host Don Lemon was arrested by federal agents as a result of his coverage of an Anti-ICE protest. His arrest follows a clear trend of journalists being unfairly targeted and silenced by the federal government. Continue reading Governments attempts to silence journalists threatens democracy

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New Year’s Resolutions require planning
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New Year’s Resolutions require planning

In a survey done by Forbes Health, it was found only 13% of New Year’s resolutions lasted four months.
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Editorial: National Guard should not enforce domestic laws
Editorial

Editorial: National Guard should not enforce domestic laws

“(Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe) has authorized the Missouri National Guard (MONG) to assist with administrative, clerical and logistical duties at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) processing facilities within the State of Missouri,” the governors official website states.
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New Voices Bill essential to protect speech
Editorial, Opinion

New Voices Bill essential to protect speech

A New Voices bill has been introduced into the Missouri State Legislature for the 2025 session. This bill is a major step in protecting the freedom of speech for student journalists. Continue reading New Voices Bill essential to protect speech

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Editorial: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s views threaten Americans
Editorial

Editorial: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s views threaten Americans

Donald Trump picked Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human services, despite Kennedy being a loud voice against vaccines and a conspiracy theorist. Continue reading Editorial: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s views threaten Americans

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Editorial: Results of the 2024 election threatens democracy, minority rights
Editorial

Editorial: Results of the 2024 election threatens democracy, minority rights

Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump faced off on Nov. 5, in the 2024 presidential election. Trump won with 312 electoral votes. Continue reading Editorial: Results of the 2024 election threatens democracy, minority rights

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Editorial: Phone policy should not be changed
Editorial

Editorial: Phone policy should not be changed

As phones become an increasing problem in classrooms, Webster Groves High School is beginning to look toward taking steps to address the issue. Continue reading Editorial: Phone policy should not be changed

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Do high school relationships last?
Editorial, Opinion

Do high school relationships last?

Statistically, high school relationships don’t last. However, when looking at high school relationships closer, there is more to the relationship’s lasting than the surrounding environment. Continue reading Do high school relationships last?

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Editorial: School needs to better educate about alcohol abuse
Editorial, Opinion

Editorial: School needs to better educate about alcohol abuse

Across the United States, 34% of people aged 12 to 20 have or do participate in underage drinking, a study done by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIH) found. Continue reading Editorial: School needs to better educate about alcohol abuse

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Webster Confessions encourages masked bullying
Editorial, Opinion

Webster Confessions encourages masked bullying

Webster Confessions is the new Instagram account taking Webster by storm. It features a Google form in the bio where one can fill out a “confession,” and it will be posted anonymously. Continue reading Webster Confessions encourages masked bullying

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Editorial: Religious discrimination is out of control
Editorial, Opinion

Editorial: Religious discrimination is out of control

Gaza political group Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel Oct. 7, which led to Israel’s retaliation. This situation reflects a deeper issue taking place all over, including right here in Missouri. Continue reading Editorial: Religious discrimination is out of control

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Using turf moves away from environmentalism
Editorial

Using turf moves away from environmentalism

“Turf creates a mini-heat island. It can create toxic run-off. After maybe 8-10 years of use, because of multiple polymers, there is very limited ability to recycle the material.” Joann Stephan, community member, said via email. Continue reading Using turf moves away from environmentalism

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New retake policy should be changed
Editorial

New retake policy should be changed

Webster Groves High School implemented a new, controversial retake policy for the 2023-24 school year. This policy changes the requirements for an assessment retake, differing from the 2022-23 school year. Continue reading New retake policy should be changed

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Editorial: Individuals should do more to combat climate change
Editorial, Opinion

Editorial: Individuals should do more to combat climate change

Environmental issues have become a hot topic of conversation as the harm that humans are doing to the environment has become more and more apparent.
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The meaning of feminism is misconstrued
Editorial

The meaning of feminism is misconstrued

“Feminism” is a word that has appeared more and more throughout the years. People interpret it in so many different ways, and quite frequently, wrongly. Continue reading The meaning of feminism is misconstrued

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