Public School teachers in Florida are now restricted from talking about gender identity or sexual orientation after what is being called the “Don’t Say Gay” bill was signed by Florida’s Governer Ron DeSantis.
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Reel Film Club hosts film festival
Sixteen films were featured in the Reel Film Festival which took place on Friday, April 1.
Breaking News: Webster Groves schools closed Wednesday, Feb. 2
Webster Groves School District has announced that due to impending inclement weather, all its schools will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 2.
History in Action club presents Model U.N.
History in Action will participate in a mock United Nations against seven different schools. The event will take place at Webster University Nov. 20, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Anonymous Instagram account catches students sleeping
Anonymous Instagram accounts seem to be growing in popularity within the Webster Groves High School community.
Field hockey team reflects on end of season
Women’s field hockey played this year’s fall season as a very united team. Not just through the bonds or teamwork, women’s field hockey was united as one joint team, compared to separate Varsity and JV teams.
Tennis team has best season ever
Women’s Varsity tennis team has the best record in school history. It has broken the previous school record by going 12-1 this season.
Ava’s Anecdotes: What Halloween movie to watch based on your zodiac sign
To commemorate and celebrate October, many enjoy Halloween or fall themed films. These films range from horror slasher to fluffy hallmark fall romance. It can be overwhelming trying to sit down and pick one, so fret no more: I have thoroughly examined what Halloween themed movie to watch based on the zodiac signs.
Anonymous donation allows for Little Theater reconstruction
Reconstruction of the Little Theater was made possible again by a $2 million donation from an anonymous former teacher who had a special relationship with the school district.
Board chooses student advisers
Juniors Gavin Wilson and Olivia Hotze serve as student advisors to the WGSD Board of Education.
Review: ‘Isle of Dogs’ showcases bond between humans, pets
Sean Mullins Technology Columnist Visionary filmmaker Wes Anderson, the mind behind “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” has another masterpiece on his hands. Though it suffers in developing its cast, “Isle of Dogs“ may be one of Anderson’s finest films yet. In a… Read More ›
Students share hopes for new principal
Elise Keller News/Opinion Editor Dr. Jon Clark recently announced he will not return next fall and will instead retire after 15 years as Webster’s principal. ECHO asked the students what they want in the person who takes Clark’s place. The… Read More ›
Webster gets its District championship in win over Vianney
Bennett Durando Sports Columnist Carte’Are Gordon knew the boos were coming. A 6 foot, 9 inch junior and five-star Saint Louis University recruit, Gordon is often poked and prodded by opponents in an attempt to provoke his fiery temper. Last… Read More ›
Community members march in honor of MLK
Andy Kimball Editor-in-Chief Around 200 Webster and Rock Hill citizens marched through Webster and Rock Hill to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 15. Marchers were joined by former superintendent Sarah Riss, superintendent John Simpson and… Read More ›
Student wins award at Lindenwood art show
Cole Schnell Business/Ads Manager Senior Stephen Welling won second best ceramic for a ceramic polar bear at the Lindenwood University Young Artists and their Teachers High School Art Show. This year is the 20th year that WGHS has participated. Lindenwood… Read More ›
ECHO Newscast: Oct. 13, 2016
Business manager Cole Schnell and circulation manager Greg Frazier share this week’s headlines: band mattress sale, Run4Webster, hat rule, upcoming sports events and parent-teacher conferences. Visit Our Sponsors
Slideshow: Field hockey team members face weather, injuries
Contributing writers Nora Baumgart and Eleanor Marshall present images of women’s field hockey in training. Visit Our Sponsors
Print Version: WG ECHO April 2016 Issue
This is the eighth issue of the 101st year of the ECHO. Contents include a call for students to vote, a call to take better care of the planet, a letter to the editor, Willie’s Comic, the religious freedom bill,… Read More ›
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