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Students Organized for Anti-Racism (SOAR) members gather and distribute information to the student body during teach-ins March 26. The teach-ins are held to educate Park on current events and people's rights when faced with law enforcement.

A classroom of their own

Skye Richardson

April 15, 2025

Senior Isaiah Brown visits the Park booth at the career fair March 20. The fair was hosted in the Link where students visited different booths to learn more about career opportunities.

Park Career Fair connects job seekers with employers

Arjuna Murugesan

April 8, 2025

SOAR braces for a new project

SOAR braces for a new project

April 6, 2025

Sophomore Sabrina Jama is helped by her manager at Hook and Fish on March 26. Many students work a part time job to make money through summer.

Summer program opportunities

Mohamed Ahmed • April 6, 2025

Jobs require much more than effort; they require skills and experience. Many students tend to second-guess summer jobs before applying, but summer...

Career and college readiness coordinator Kara Mueller plans out potential career paths for Park students March 25. As the coordinator, she is in charge of helping students get jobs as well as prepare for their future.

Unlocking opportunities post-lockdown

Gavin Shultz • March 27, 2025

As COVID-19 became a global pandemic in 2020, many companies experienced staff shortages. As the world slowly diverted back to normal, so did...

Guest speaker Jordan Lewandowski teaches about Black history March 12. Lewandowski comes every Wednesday to room B334 and teaches students what it means to be a black male today.

Black Men Teach inspires students at Park

Mohamed Ahmed • March 27, 2025

Every Park Connections, students at Park gather in algebra teacher Jessica Davis’s room for Black Men Teach (BMT). Jordan Lewandowski leads...

School clubs and activities

Girls United President Sela Myers gives instructions to club members Nov.13. The club met to discuss Native American History Month.

Girls United acknowledges NAHM

Amisha Persaud • November 18, 2024

Coach Jessica Gust assists sophomore Lila Frank on the bench press May 27. Summer strength and conditioning has recently added a new girls-only season.

Kalsang Wangmo, Staffer • June 6, 2024

Park's pottery classes take a field trip to the Walker Art Center May 24. The classes got to explore the exhibits and sculpture garden.

Walkthrough of the Walker

Ruby Viot • June 2, 2024

Features Columns

Sophomore Sabrina Jama is helped by her manager at Hook and Fish on March 26. Many students work a part time job to make money through summer.

Summer program opportunities

Mohamed Ahmed • April 6, 2025

Career and college readiness coordinator Kara Mueller plans out potential career paths for Park students March 25. As the coordinator, she is in charge of helping students get jobs as well as prepare for their future.

Unlocking opportunities post-lockdown

Gavin Shultz • March 27, 2025

Guest speaker Jordan Lewandowski teaches about Black history March 12. Lewandowski comes every Wednesday to room B334 and teaches students what it means to be a black male today.

Black Men Teach inspires students at Park

Mohamed Ahmed • March 27, 2025

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Puppies and Yoga, located in North Loop, Minneapol

Puppies and Yoga, located in North Loop, Minneapolis, is a 75-minute yoga class with puppies. The class is offered every weekend on Saturdays and Sundays with five different sessions each day. There is a $70 fee for the class which starts off with 45 minutes of yoga and then is followed by 30 minutes of play time with the puppies. The puppy breeds vary each weekend and are announced four days prior to your session via the company’s Instagram.

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I’m usually not one for action movies — I ofte

I’m usually not one for action movies — I often get bored of long fight scenes and get lost in the plot that is overshadowed by violence. However, “The Amateur” proved to me that action movies can be much more than guns and fist fights. Released April 11, “The Amateur” displays a unique plot filled with suspense, skill and just enough violence to keep it interesting.

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Students Organized for Anti-Racism (SOAR) held Tea

Students Organized for Anti-Racism (SOAR) held Teach-Ins during third and fourth periods March 26 and 27. Teach-Ins are organized to educate the student body on current political topics in the United States and their rights when interacting with Immigration and Customs (ICE) officers or local law enforcement.

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On April 15, Park’s boys baseball team played th

On April 15, Park’s boys baseball team played the Benilde Red Knights in their first of two regular-season matchups. The game went back-and-forth, with Park leading 3-3 at the bottom of the fourth inning. Park gained the upper hand in the fifth, making it 8-3, but eventually lost to the Red Knights 10-8.

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The Environmental Club has worked on multiple proj

The Environmental Club has worked on multiple projects inside and outside of Park, such as working with the city to create gardens and rain gardens throughout Park. Now, the club is working on creating a more sustainable system at Park, as well as improving Park’s ability to recycle.

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Starting next fall, incoming freshmen will notice

Starting next fall, incoming freshmen will notice a major shift in their class schedules. Instead of taking the prior required Info Communication Literacy (ICL) class, all freshmen will be required to enroll in both AP (Advanced Placement) Human Geography and Personal Finance — a move that has sparked a mix of excitement and uncertainty amongst Park students and staff.

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Since Trump’s election, the president has given

Since Trump’s election, the president has given executive orders that have been called anti-immigrant. In response, the Students Organized Against Racism (SOAR) club at Park has been working on a new project. The project includes bracelets made by the club’s members in an attempt to build community in light of the new presidential administration.

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Minnesota is finally approaching warmer months, an

Minnesota is finally approaching warmer months, and, to celebrate, we decided to try some fun spring recipes. We wanted to use produce that was not only in season but also matched the light and pastel color schemes we associate with spring.

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Come join Echo at the Knollwood Chick-Fil-A tomorr

Come join Echo at the Knollwood Chick-Fil-A tomorrow (3/4) for our fundraiser anytime from 5-8pm! 🐓🍗

The newly renovated “Link” area has officially

The newly renovated “Link” area has officially opened its doors to Park students. The Link offers students a modern and vibrant area to study, collaborate and unwind. It features new seating, conference and quiet rooms and open space for large gatherings. Even with all these new features, students still have mixed opinions on whether this addition was necessary, considering the cost and the lack of accessibility.

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Photo gallery for Boys Swimming! Freshman Axel Sm

Photo gallery for Boys Swimming!

Freshman Axel Smith races down the center of the lane Jan. 16. This was Park’s fourth dual meet of the boy’s swim season.

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Released Jan. 17 on Netflix, “Back in Action”

Released Jan. 17 on Netflix, “Back in Action” is a movie offering both unrealistic action-packed scenes and cringe-worthy humor. While this movie looked like it had potential, it was mostly a flop. Directed by Seth Gordon, this movie has many doppelgangers that I would rank higher.

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When and why did you start playing softball and ho

When and why did you start playing softball and hockey?

I started playing softball and hockey when I was in first grade. Even before that, I’d been skating for (a) long time, but I started because of my dad. He was a baseball and hockey player and a lot of my friends were starting to pick up softball so I just started playing too. Along the way, I decided that I really liked softball, and I decided to join a club that helped me improve.

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Park’s school district is facing its third round

Park’s school district is facing its third round of budget cuts in the last four years. As the prospect of the cut has sparked conversation throughout the community, Echo has sought administrative guidance in an attempt to create a factual and balanced piece. Although we pursued an administrative perspective, Park high school administration wouldn’t comment on the topic.

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What do you get when you combine Bram Stoker’s D

What do you get when you combine Bram Stoker’s Dracula, the 1922 silent horror classic Nosferatu and amazing performances? If you’re Robert Eggers, you get a masterpiece. Read the rest of the story at the link in our bio!! (slpecho.com)

Park girls basketball played against Jefferson Jan

Park girls basketball played against Jefferson Jan. 7 in Park’s home gym. Park and Jefferson went back and forth with the score and the game ultimately ended with a 52-44 win over the Jaguars. Read the rest of the story at the link in our bio!! (slpecho.com)

Sports at Park are more than just competition—th

Sports at Park are more than just competition—they’re the heart of school spirit and excitement. Certain events stand out more to some than others, whether it’s the energy from the fans or the memorable plays on the field, court or rink. A question that many people ask is, “What makes some sports stand out more than others?” Read the rest of the story at the link in our bio!! (slpecho.com)

With the initial opening of Revival in 2021, Texa

With the initial opening of Revival in 2021, Texa Tonka has started incorporating newer businesses, weeding out older, less favored places. With its range of experiences, from getting a coffee at Angle Food to getting your nails done at Lily Nails, Texa Tonka has become a place for many Park residents to pass their time. Read the rest of the story at the link in our bio!! (slpecho.com)

The Park nordic ski team went on its annual winter

The Park nordic ski team went on its annual winter ski trip to Ironwood, Michigan, from Dec. 6 to Dec. 8. The team fundraised for this trip by selling coupon books in late Nov. The trip was an opportunity for the team to bond and work on new techniques for upcoming races. Read the rest of the story at the link in our bio!! (slpecho.com)

Come to Chick-Fil-A at Knollwood on Thursday, Dece

Come to Chick-Fil-A at Knollwood on Thursday, December 19 to help support Echo!! Echo is a student-led organization and a portion of Chick-Fil-A’s profits will help support us. Hope to see you there!!

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