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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

Student council meets in social studies teacher Emily Rennhak’s room Nov. 28. Student council looks to improve this year after stuggling in past years.

Student council makes new waves

Roberto Alvarez November 29, 2023

Student Council has made changes to their structure this year after reflecting on last year. These changes include being more involved in student events and promoting them more efficiently. The student...

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Ronan Guevara takes on a timeless tale

Abby Bartleson November 24, 2023

Having an ever-rotating collection of shows every season, Stages Theatre Company is showcasing their most recent version of “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” from Nov. 17 to Dec. 27. Director Sandy Boren-Barrett...

Freshman Hannora Crouse creates recycling bin toppers Nov. 19. Crouse cuts out cardboard toppers to place on recycling bins for the environmental club’s recycling program.

Exploring the impact of Environmental Club

Kalsang Wangmo and Alex Driver November 22, 2023

Park’s Environmental Club centers its efforts on promoting sustainability within Park through weekly meetings, discussions and planning initiatives. According to junior Kaylee Rice, the most recent...

Sophomore Oliver Culp scrolls through social media Nov. 20. Culp learns more about school clubs by checking social media.

Student-led social media draws people in

Kylie Kaiser November 22, 2023

Social media is a constant focus of people in today's world. With clubs wanting to grow in numbers and spread awareness, social media accounts are being created and followed. The social media platform...

Senior Elena Colacci and junior Karen Dworsky performed in Emma Nov. 19. This year Park’s musical was held at the middle school.

Dilemmas with ‘Emma’

Layla Mickelson and Taylor Voigt November 21, 2023

Park’s theater program recently finished their production of “Emma,” the cast and crew alike said they’re proud of the show they put on despite some difficulties. Along with issues like limited...

Student Jordan Badhwa works on a drawing during the Art Club meeting on Nov. 14. The art club meets every Tuesday at 3:15 in B114.

Painting a strong community

Hanna Lipschultz November 20, 2023

Painting, drawing, ceramics, oh my! Park is offering students the opportunity to participate in art club.  Freshman Lucy Murray said the club has a great sense of community and they have been very...

Sophomore Meyer Zis prepares for the Youth in Government conference in Jan. Park’s Youth in Government council will present a court case at the Minnesota State Capitol.

Youth in government continues its journey

Thomas Halverson November 12, 2023

Youth In Government (YIG) had its fourth meeting on Nov. 11, starting off the second year of YIG at Park. YIG is a club where students learn about the Minnesota government and end up acting as a member...

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Recommendation letter troubles

Rylie Unangst November 9, 2023

With college applications looming over this first semester, Park seniors had to follow a process of requesting recommendation letters through the website Naviance. Without proper directions, many seniors...

Park’s choir sings “Loch Lomond” at their first concert of the year. The choir performed the song with the middle schoolers Oct. 26.

District choral festival is a success

Claire Williams and Anna Williams October 30, 2023

Park’s Concert Choir had their first concert of the school year Oct. 26, performing in the St. Louis Park District Choral Festival. There were various performances, encompassing the middle school choir,...

Sophomore Dahlia Cohen, senior Nora Olson and sophomore Audrey Tuite plan what to write on their poster Sept. 28. Girls United met to discuss Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month.

Girls United’s school year goals

Ivan Zank October 25, 2023

As the school year kicked off, so did one of Park’s clubs, Girls United. The female-run club focuses on meaningful discussions about misogyny and women around the world. This year they are hoping to...

Pumpkins line the paths at Westwood Hills Nature Center Oct. 23. Carvings like this can be found on many houses doorsteps as Halloween approaches.

Trick or treat?

Fares Hendi October 18, 2023

As Halloween approaches, Park’s students and staff actively engage in various activities to celebrate the occasion. The school has come alive with the anticipation of this fun and spooky holiday. From...

Social studies teacher, Carley Kregness goes through Park connections slides with students on Oct. 4. Kregness is excited to be the new CAS advisor.

Kregness appointed new CAS advisor

Isaac Schulman October 17, 2023

Creativity Activity Science is a program for all students who are attempting to complete the IB diploma. The new advisor, Carley Kregness, said the effort the students are putting into CAS is fantastic. “What...

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