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The Echo

The student news site of St. Louis Park High School

The Echo

The student news site of St. Louis Park High School

The Echo

Council replaces graduating seniors

Adah Koivula May 5, 2016

As many of the Student Council officers prepare to graduate, Student Council elected its officers for the upcoming year April 21, according to adviser Sarah Lindenberg. “Every time a new group comes...

Used with written permission from Ben Chong.

Echowan wake-ups provide new leadership roles

Alec Pittman May 4, 2016

  Waking up at 4 a.m. to the news of her new position as design editor, sophomore Rose Colacino felt both scared and excited. According to Colacino, the “wake-ups” were an enjoyable...

Latino Student Association preps for Cinco de Mayo

Jonah Kupritz May 4, 2016

At the most recent Latino Student Association meeting, sophomore Sabrina Garcia and her fellow group members got creative in preparation for the Cinco de Mayo celebration. Garcia said members interested...

Used with written permission from Anya Lindell-Paulson.

Softball and soccer player wins Influence Award

Genesis Buckhalton April 29, 2016

Fellowship of Christian Athletes club member junior Anya Lindell-Paulson said she was astonished and happy to receive the Influence Award, given to someone who shows their faith in Christ. “The influence...

Seniors Joe Villano and  Charlie Berg rock out at the Jam Sesh on April 23 at the Depot Coffee House in Hopkins.

Students showcase musical talents

William Phelan April 28, 2016

For sophomore Jacob Zweigbaum, The Depot Coffee House is more than just a place to stop for coffee and a doughnut. It acts as a platform to showcase his musical talents to audiences of his peers. Zweigbaum...

Park students review showcased History Day projects in the media center. Groups from Park will move on to the State competition May 1.

Regional winners prepare for next History Day competition

Raphy Gendler April 27, 2016

After winning at the regional competition, senior Eric Hendricks looks forward to the statewide competition of history projects. Four Park students will compete at State History Day, according to world...

Senior Tess McQuillan and one of her mentors discuss possible ideas for their project Feb. 11. The team scored third place at their final competition.

ACE celebrates progress

Ndunzi Kunsunga April 26, 2016

After entering its final competition, senior Architecture, Construction and Engineering member Tess McQuillan said the club performed well, scoring third place. “It went really well,” McQuillan...

Sophomore Collin Perkins and adviser Tim Sension listen to other FCA members as they talk about God.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes receives guest speaker

Genesis Buckhalton April 18, 2016

Junior Anna Albrecht walked out of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting feeling empowered after listening to a speech presented by Jake Venada, the leader of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes...

Senior Rivka Buchbinder promotes the 36 Arts poetry slam, taking place April 19, and art share during lunch April 7. The club set out flyers on how to submit art to the magazine.

36 Arts to host poetry slam, art share

Celene Koller April 13, 2016

Before the 36 Arts magazine comes out in May, the group decided to create an event that allows all artists to share their work, according to adviser Christopher Nordmark. “Unlike previous poetry slams,...

Freshman Claire Kaiserman plays her cello April 6. Orchestra students prepare for the solo ensemble competition, which takes place from 4-9 p.m. April 13 at various classroom around Park, where they will receive feedback from judges.

Musicians prepare for regional solo event

Mimi Fhima April 13, 2016

  Sophomore Lukas Wrede, a violin player participating in this year’s solo ensemble competition, said he looks forward to his performance after last year’s success. According to orchestra...

Embrace weird tails in life

Embrace weird tails in life

Olivia Sieff April 13, 2016

I used to think my family liked my dogs more than they actually liked me. Now, I’m positive it’s true. My family is a dog family — specifically, a golden retriever family. We currently have two...

Social traits craft identity

Social traits craft identity

Sam Crary April 13, 2016

Sophomore Katie Steiner said her behavior in social situations leads her to believe she is introverted. “I think I am an introvert because I am very quiet, and I really only show my personality around...

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