WG Echo: January 2026
This is the fifth issue of the 110th year of the ECHO. Continue reading WG Echo: January 2026
Webster faces population, enrollment decline
“I would say (public school enrollment declining) is a national issue, because now when I go to conferences we’re talking about marketing and branding when that’s never been an issue,” Dr. Jana Parker, superintendent, said.
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Basketball teams honor those lost to cancer
Webster Groves basketball programs honored Kelsey MacBride, Tyson Knapp and Jon Clark on Monday, Jan. 5. The men’s team played Saint Louis University High, and the women’s team played Parkway North High School. Continue reading Basketball teams honor those lost to cancer
School closed Tuesday, Jan. 27
All Webster Groves School District schools and district offices, and Adventure Club will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 27, due to weather. Continue reading School closed Tuesday, Jan. 27
School closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to weather
All Webster Groves School District schools and offices, and Adventure Club will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to severe weather. Continue reading School closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to weather
Coaches impact student athletes
According to the National Library of Medicine, “When athletes feel a stronger coach–athlete relationship, confidence is enhanced.” Continue reading Coaches impact student athletes
Winter formal rescheduled due to weather conditions
Winter Formal Dance is an annual tradition run by the Student Council. This year, the dance has been moved to a later date due to weather conditions.
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WGHS water polo team prepares for upcoming season
The water polo season is set to begin in March, with the first Varsity game being played against Pattonville High School, and the first JV game being played against De Smet Jesuit High School. Continue reading WGHS water polo team prepares for upcoming season
Students cheer basketball alumns
Students cheer as basketball alums are honored during the games on Friday, Jan. 9, in Robert’s Gym. Both the women’s and men’s teams played against Kirkwood High School. The women’s team lost 27-37 and the men’s team won 66-46. Photo by Sam Enlund Continue reading Students cheer basketball alumns
Gray bats are endangered in Missouri
Gray bats have become increasingly endangered throughout the years because of human disturbance in limestone caves and pollution. This disturbance has put gray bats on the endangered species list. Continue reading Gray bats are endangered in Missouri
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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Junior attempts goal at SLUH game
Junior Scottie Adkinson attempts to shoot the ball against a defender from Saint Louis University High on Monday, Jan 5. The game ended in an 83-62 win for the Statesmen. Photo by Sam Enlund Continue reading Junior attempts goal at SLUH game
History museum to feature Dr. King
Missouri History Museum will hold a four-day celebration in January to honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Continue reading History museum to feature Dr. King
Annual ice carnival to return to Delmar Loop
Ice sculptures, ice carving demonstrations and a drone show will come to the Delmar Loop on Saturday, Jan. 24, from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. for its 19th annual ice carnival. Continue reading Annual ice carnival to return to Delmar Loop
Student council plans winter formal
Winter Formal, run by the Student Council and led by sponsor Lana Harter, will take place on Saturday, Jan. 24, from 7 to 9 p.m. in Roberts Gym. Continue reading Student council plans winter formal
Sports injuries impact on academic performance
“My injuries specifically made it impossible for me to spend a whole day at school for almost nine months,” Luca Tetreault, senior, said. Continue reading Sports injuries impact on academic performance
Echo News Roundup: Jan. 7, 2026
Contributing writer Chase Hoskins shares this week’s headlines. Edited by Connor Spellecy; script by Jasper Winterton Continue reading Echo News Roundup: Jan. 7, 2026