The student news site of St. Louis Park High School

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
Adam Johnson

Adam Johnson, Video/Broadcast Editor

Hey, what’s going on? My name is Adam Johnson and I guess I’m a writer and photographer for this thing called the Echo. Mostly I just take photos though. I’m a junior here and it’s my second year chilling out in the pub. I enjoy hanging out with friends, sleeping, playing tennis, and pretty much repeating this. I am the captain now…for tennis…you just got served.

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Freshman Amara Foner runs and catches a pass during practice May 21. The team practiced various drills to prepare for their game against Apple Valley May 22.

[Photo] Girls’ ultimate loses to Apple Valley in wildcard game

May 26, 2018
Teachers and staff members created Bitmojis representing themselves. The Bitmojis were posted on the windows of the principal's office. Students are encouraged to match the staff member caricature with their name.

[Photo] Teacher organizes ‘guess who’ game

May 30, 2018
Sophomore Daniel Eyal steps to the side and delivers a forehand pass during the ultimate teams' practice May 23.

Senior Esther Gendler runs to catch a pass during the girls' ultimate team's practice May 21.

[Photo] Girls’ ultimate prepares for State tournament

June 1, 2018
Miriam Edgar leads the orchestra during their concert May 22.

[Photo] Orchestra ends year with spring festival

June 5, 2018
Captains training fosters student leaders

Captains training fosters student leaders

Adam Johnson
May 21, 2018
Freshman Erin Brousseau, in the white jersey, forechecks against Mary Gleason in the team's practice Feb 8.

[Photo] Freshman commits to play collegiate hockey

May 7, 2018
The ultimate team distributes discount cards prior to their fundraiser May 5. The team will use the money to subsidize team costs.

[Photo] Girls’ ultimate sells coupon cards

May 31, 2018
The University of Minnesota Twin-Cities was where controversy began regarding the referendum.

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
Senior organizes event to recognize the arts

Senior organizes event to recognize the arts

Adam Johnson and Sam Birnberg
March 26, 2018
Senior Shea Pekarek takes practice swings using a tee during his tryout March 21.

walking out of school

Community members of Park gather outside the school to show support for the walkout, March 14. Buses were provided to students returning from the walkout who had a student ID present.

Park students hold signs as they march to the fire station on Wooddale Avenue. Students walked out of class at 10 a.m. to support the national walkout.

Senior captain Shae Pekarek carries the puck down the ice in Parks 4-0 loss to Benilde Feb. 13. Park went scoreless with a goal being called off in the second period.

End of season boys’ hockey quiz

William Phelan, Adam Johnson, and Sam Birnberg
February 15, 2018
The girls' hockey team practices their power play and penalty kill units as they prepare for their upcoming Section game. The team plays Cretin-Derham Hall at 2:15 p.m. Feb. 10 at the Parade Ice Gardens.

[Photo] Girls’ hockey to play Cretin-Derham Hall

February 9, 2018
Sophomore Avery Pittman takes a wrist shot in his game against Benilde

Meet the athlete: Avery Pittman

Sam Brinberg, Adam Johnson, and William Phelan
February 8, 2018
The 2018 Luminary Loppet takes place Feb. 3 on the frozen Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis.

[Photo] Annual event highlights Minnesotan traditions

February 2, 2018
People from the local community arrived to camp outside prior to Chick-fil-A's grand opening Feb. 1 in hopes of receiving a coupon loaded with 52 free meals.

[Photo] Chick-fil-A opens in Knollwood

February 2, 2018
Staying in the game

Staying in the game

Adam Johnson
January 17, 2018
The team has benefitted from having a difficult schedule and according to players this has been a positive aspect of the season.

Boys hockey benefits from tough schedule

William Phelan, Sam Birnberg, and Adam Johnson
January 17, 2018
Used with permission from Harrison Barden

Sophomore goalie benefits from varsity experience

William Phelan, Sam Birnberg, and Adam Johnson
January 12, 2018
Freshman Jack Wandmacher attempts a shot against Hopkins on Jan 2. Park went on to beat the Royals by a score of 6-0. The next game is at 7 p.m. Jan 9. at the Chaska Community Center against Chaska.

Get to know the boys’ hockey team

Sam Birnberg, Adam Johnson, and William Phelan
December 30, 2017
Sophomore Hattie Kugler swims the 100 yard breststroke at State Nov. 17. Kuegler finished with a time of 1:06.96.

[Photo] Girls’ swimming ends season with State run

November 25, 2017
The effort others don’t see

The effort others don’t see

Adam Johnson
November 17, 2017
Senior Kai McKee and junior Akili Farris embrace in the last seconds of the State Quarterfinals game against Brainerd. Brainerd defeated Park 24-7 in Park's first ever State appearance. Park also had their first winning season since 1972.

Park’s historic season ends at St. Cloud

Sam Birnberg, Adam Johnson, and William Phelan
November 14, 2017
Senior captain Jonny Sorenson drops back to throw it long against Robbinsdale Cooper. St. Louis Park will play Brainerd in their first ever State Tournament appearance.

Park football makes history

Sam Birnberg, Adam Johnson, and William Phelan
November 5, 2017
Senior Abati Dedefo winds up to kick the ball in the Orioles' match against Minneapolis South. Dedefo participates in both soccer and cross country at the varsity level.

Junior varsity team member Thomas Salamzadeh celebrates with spectators after scoring the winning goal. Park won 4-2 in penalty shoot out.

[Photo] Boys’ soccer to play in Section finals

October 17, 2017
Sophomore Franny Bevel swims the 100m Butterfly. The team won against Bloomington Jefferson 51.5-42.5.

[Photo] Girls’ swimming wins last home meet

Sophie Yarosh
October 13, 2017
Junior Lexi Lee swims in the 200 freestyle individual event. The team won against Bloomington Jefferson 51.5-42.5

Students watch the Vikings-Steelers game cheering for their fantasy football team. Sept. 17

Fantasy football brings excitement to school

Adam Johnson
September 29, 2017
Senior captain Jonny Sorenson surveys the field to throw to a receiver. Park lost 30-0 to The Academy of Holy Angels Sept. 15.

Orioles to face cross town rival Benilde

Sam Birnberg and Adam Johnson
September 27, 2017
Senior varsity quarterback Jonny Sorenson attempts to break a tackle by Holy Angels' defense, Sept. 15.

Football team ready for Richfield

Adam Johnson, Sam Birnberg, and William Phelan
September 22, 2017
Senior George Hare works on the beginning stages of building a robot.

Robotics’ year draws to a close

Sam Birnberg and Adam Johnson
May 25, 2017
Tzivia Leviton speaks to MED Club members at its last meeting. Apr 19.

MED Club hosts final speaker

Adam Johnson and Sam Birnberg
May 24, 2017
Boys' golf captain Billy Nicholls reviews his score card and course map with head coach Mike Okey on May 5.

[Photo] Get to know senior captain Billy Nicholls

William Phelan and Sam Birnberg
May 10, 2018
Junior robotics member, Lathan Wolf, wires a control panel on the teams robot in preparation to upcoming competition.

[Photo] Robotics team reflects on season

May 2, 2017
Senior George Hare works on the beginning stages of building a robot.

Meet robotics captain George O’Hare

Sam Birnberg and Adam Johnson
April 18, 2017
Baseball trip creates spring training experience

Baseball trip creates spring training experience

Adam Johnson
April 17, 2017

Test your robotics’ team knowledge

Adam Johnson and Sam Birnberg
March 20, 2017

Echo Update March 15, 2017

Adam Johnson and Sam Birnberg
March 15, 2017

Echo Update Mar. 8, 2017

Adam Johnson and Sam Birnberg
March 8, 2017

Girls Hockey Season Recap

Sam Birnberg, Adam Johnson, Willaim Phelan, and Jacob Stillman
March 3, 2017

Echo Update Feb. 22

Adam Johnson and Sam Birnberg
February 24, 2017

Echo Update Feb. 15, 2017

Adam Johnson, Sam Birnberg, and
February 15, 2017
Steve Hunegs addresses the Israel Advocacy Club Feb. 8. Hunegs discussed his work and students' connection to Israel.

[Photo] Israel Advocacy club focuses on new year

October 13, 2017
Senior goaltender Annika Carlander prepares to deny an Eden Prairie forward. Park/Hopkins lost 7-1 to the Eagles

[Photo] Goalie receives nomination for top award

Sam Birnberg, William Phelan, and Jacob Stillman
February 9, 2017

Echo Update Feb. 8, 2017

Sam Birnberg and Adam Johnson
February 8, 2017

Echo Update #2

Adam Johnson and Sam Birnberg
February 6, 2017

Echo Update – #3

Adam Johnson, Sam Birnberg, and
February 4, 2017
Senior Richard Green protects the ball from a Minnehaha Academy player during a game Dec. 16. Park won the game 77-74.

Boys’ basketball seeks to rebound after loss

Sam Birnberg and Adam Johnson
January 13, 2017

Echo Update #1

Adam Johnson, Sam Birnberg, , and
January 12, 2017
Junior, Joey Whitlock, shoots from the three point point line during their game against Park Center Dec. 6.

Park Basketball opens season with a win and a loss

Adam Johnson and Sam Birnberg
December 9, 2016
Meet basketball captain Ryan Domres

Meet basketball captain Ryan Domres

Adam Johnson and Sam Birnberg
November 30, 2016
Junior running back, #15 Kai Mckee gets brought down by two Spring Lake Park defensive backs.

Varsity football season draws to a close

Sam Birnberg, Adam Johnson, and Jacob Stillman
November 7, 2016
Senior quarterback, Logan Romero, hands the ball off to #16 Peyton Morrison Oct. 29.

Quarterback and senior, Logan Romero, looks to find an open reciver on the fake handoff to #16 Peyton Morrison

Source: Varsity head coach Ben Wolfe

Orioles advance in sections

Sam Birnberg, Adam Johnson, and Jacob Stillman
October 28, 2016
Juniors Rafferty Kugler and Jacob Stillman meet to work on the club application forms during their lunch.

Ping Pong club hopes to swing into action

Adam Johnson and Sam Birnberg
October 16, 2016
Meet the Athlete: Anders Nackerud

Meet the Athlete: Anders Nackerud

Adam Johnson
October 5, 2016
Freshman Selena Johnson cheers on her teammates during a game Sept. 19. The next game takes place at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 29 at the stadium against Benilde-St. Margaret’s.

Freshman takes non-traditional route

Sam Birnberg, Adam Johnson, and Jacob Stillman
September 22, 2016
Senior quarterback Logan Romero passes the ball to junior Kai Mckee during their game against Robbinsdale Armstrong Sept. 9.

[Photo] Varsity football team handed defeat in home opener

September 16, 2016
Junior Ryan Klaers runs through a play during practice as he prepares for the home opener Sept. 9.

[Photo] Girls’ volleyball loses to Chaska

Hannah Leff and Grace Lynch
September 13, 2016
Junior Ryan Klaers runs through a play during practice as he prepares for the home opener Sept. 9.

Football team prepared for home opener

Sam Birnberg, Adam Johnson, and Jacob Stillman
September 8, 2016
Sophomore Katie Hardie, a Tennis & Life Camp participant, strikes the ball on her serve during practice.

Starting pitcher, sophomore Annabelle Schutte, goes through her windup as she prepares to deliver the pitch against Wayzata. May 24.

Starting pitcher, sophomore Annabelle Schutte, goes through her wind up as she prepares to deliver the pitch against Wayzata. May 24.

New York Times columnist and St. Louis Park alumnus, Thomas Friedman, speaks at a fundraiser for the school district. May 21.

[Photo] Alum returns to connect with community

May 29, 2016
Starting pitcher, sophomore Annabelle Schutte, goes through her windup as she prepares to deliver the pitch against Bloomington Jefferson. May 6.

Sophomore Rachel Anderson readies herself in the batter's box for the pitch in the softball team's game against Bloomington Jefferson May 6.

[Photo] Girls’ softball prepares offense for Sections

May 23, 2016
Senior Elias Dehn stands outside the St. Louis Park Police Station before their weekly Police Explorers meeting April 5. Dehn plans on pursuing his interest to become an officer after he graduates high school.

[Photo] Senior prepares for future as law enforcement

April 13, 2016
Freshman Savannah Romero concentrates on catching the ball as she plays first base at an early season practice March 31.

COACH

This section of the Minnesota Mean exhibit showcases a collection of student interpretations of gender and society issues.

[Photo] MCAD showcases two exhibits

March 4, 2016
Minneapolis College of Art and Design gallery displays exhibits featuring a variety of student works.

Jayden Myles, who works with Genesys Works, encourages students at St. Louis Park High School to apply for the internship program.

[Photo] Program offers working opportunities

February 22, 2016
Junior Megan Wojtasiak adds the finishing touches to her artwork in her coloring book.

[Photo] Various spring break activities for staying home

March 29, 2016
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