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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

IB will make an international decision whether to continue the IB Hebrew SL course or not in January of 2019.

IB Hebrew exam potentially canceled

Ndunzi Kunsunga and Alec Pittman April 13, 2018

After receiving a letter in the mail April 7, sophomore Eitan Weinstein said he was informed of the possible discontinuance of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Hebrew program internationally after...

Echo archive photo from the last years; Multicultural show.

Multicultural show displays diverse community

Sophie Yarosh April 11, 2018

Junior Soubane Abdi said after dancing in the multicultural show last year, her passion for dance has driven her to audition for this year’s show. “(Participating) probably shows more color to our...

Senior Caleb Mesick scoops the ball out of the snow to toss it to his fellow teammates during boys’ lacrosse practice April 4 at the
stadium. Spring sports have had difficulties practicing outdoors because of a reported 9 inches of snow, according to Minnesota CBS.

Cold weather sidelines outdoor practices, games

Adam Johnson April 11, 2018

The recent snow, coupled with cold temperatures, has forced most spring sports to use indoor practice facilities as game schedules remain uncertain, according to Athletic Director Andrew Ewald. Ewald...

Photo illustration by Maddie Lund.

School plans new safety measures

Annabella Strathman April 10, 2018

Hearing of the recent Parkland shooting, history teacher Brad Brubaker said he can’t help but picture himself in that position. “I don’t know that you’re ever going to really be prepared. I think...

Incoming 2018-2019 Echo Staff

Incoming 2018-2019 Echo Staff

April 10, 2018

Congratulations to the incoming 2018-2019 Echo Staff! Claire Bargman Dylan Carlson Tamar Gewirtz David Gutierrez Anika Hanson Isabella Kanne Gabriel Kaplan Maggie Klaers Emma...

Vibe Organic Juice Bar opened March 17 on excelsior boulevard. They serve a variety of juices, smoothies and snacks.

New juice bar opens early at Excelsior & Grand

Sofia Seewald April 6, 2018

According to sophomore Kaia Myers, Vibe Organic Juice Bar is beneficial, unique and has already made a name for itself in the Park community. “I was surprised because it’s a small place, but they...

Photo illustration by Grace Farley

Muslim students express sadness over Islamophobic threats

Marta Hill and Dani Orloff April 3, 2018

As junior Ridwan Aden prepared to leave for school April 3, she said she was instructed to be cautious of her surroundings, as opposed to being told to enjoy her day. “This morning my mom said, ‘stay...

Islamophobic threats spark fear

Annabella Strathman April 2, 2018

Sophomore Mushtakh Mohammed said she, along with family members, felt threatened by recent international islamophobic threat and will take precautions in response. “My mom told me about it, and...

Senior Lukas Levin and other supporters of the New Voices of Minnesota create signs advocating for the protection of student journalist voices. Students worked on the signs before entering the Senate Chamber March 19.

New Voices of Minnesota supporters gather at Capitol

Nicole Sanford March 25, 2018

Looking to combat journalistic censorship, senior Annabella Strathman said she was surprised to see the receptiveness of state senators to the newly proposed New Voices bill. “I didn’t totally know...

Junior Eva Goldfarb and senior Izzi Gilbert-Burke lead a chant during the student-led walkout, March 14. Students walked the 0.7 miles from St. Louis Park High School to Firehouse 1.

#Enough walkout empowers teen initiative

Annabella Strathman and Atticus Raasch March 15, 2018

Four years after domestic gun violence left her an orphan, senior Carly Livingston said she decided to come forward and publicly share her story at the #Enough walkout rally.  

Senior Joshua Somaiah fills out his application for Dollars for Scholars on March 14, 2018. Applications were due Thursday, March 15 at 3 p.m.

Dollars for Scholars grants Financial Aid to seniors

Sofie Geretz March 15, 2018

Amid stress, seniors are able to apply for scholarships with Dollars for Scholars. Doing so, they are able to receive financial aid for their post-secondary educations, according to freshman counselor...

A yield sign is decorated alongside Highway 7 and Texas Avenue in honor of Hopkins freshman Daunte Moore.

Accident on Highway 7 sparks road safety conversation

Nicole Sanford March 15, 2018

According to Police Chief Michael Harcey, a Hopkins high school student was killed Feb. 15 in a vehicle collision near the intersection of Highway 7 and Texas Avenue. In light of the recent tragedy, junior...

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