Even though the coronacation is in full effect, all STUCO members are still trying their best to continue to uplift spirits and encourage Statesman positivity through social media and the use of technology.
News
New assistant superintendent brings equity to WGSD
At its meeting on Feb. 10, the Webster Groves School Board announced Dr. Jason Adams would become the new assistant superintendent of teaching and learning for the district.
District extends building closure
Webster Groves School District will extend building closure through April 22.
The extension follows Stay at Home Orders issued in St. Louis County and St. Louis City to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Breaking news: Webster schools closed due to novel coronavirus
Webster Groves School District will be closed through Apr. 3. The decision was made on Mar. 15 following a suggestion from St. Louis Mayor Lyda Krewson to close all schools in the St. Louis area until further notice. The district… Read More ›
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.
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 ›
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.
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 ›
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.
Redistricting to take place at elementary level
Webster Groves School District is looking to reassign attendance zones to accommodate the six elementary schools. The district states the priorities for the new zones are enrollment balance, diversity, distance and safety.
Student Council holds annual blood drive
Elise Wilke-Grimm News and Opinion Editor STUCO’s blood drive will take place on Feb. 20, in the secondary gym from 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The club works with the Red Cross Foundation to collect as much blood as possible to donate… Read More ›
News Brief: Football players sign letters of intent
Six seniors signed letters of intent to play collegiate football on the morning of Feb. 5. The athletes are Jerqon Conners, Cole Schnettgoecke, Greg Birkhead, Maurion Clemons, Noah Arinze, and Kameron Yancey. Jerqon Conners committed to University of Nebraska Kearney,… Read More ›
Breaking News: District to release early due to weather
Schools in the Webster Groves school district are to be released early due to inclement weather. All schools shall be releasing at noon. After school activities will also be canceled for this afternoon.
DECA students travel to New York
Lindsey Bennett Print Editor DECA students traveled to New York City from Jan. 14 to Jan. 19. The trip marks the 14th trip taken since THRIVE program director Kara Siebe started accompanying students to the city. This year, 19 students… Read More ›
Webster to show ‘Angst, Raising Awareness around Anxiety’
Webster will offer an open community screening of “Angst, Raising Awareness around Anxiety,” on Feb. 4, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Knight Auditorium, presented by IndieFlix.
