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
Carissa Prestholdt

Carissa Prestholdt, Managing Editor

WHAT’S UP BUTTERCUP!!!!! My name is Carissa Eloise Possum Prestholdt. I have a trampoline that is always up for grabs, just pop by my house. I’m gonna be a senior, so that’s cool. Ool, notice the lack of a p. There’s no p in my ool. Lol. I’m hoping to finish my academic career at the HS with a bang. My goal this year is to be the coolest cat diva. PEACE!

 

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[Video] Workout apps review

May 21, 2020
COVID-19 strips away my last track and field season

COVID-19 strips away my last track and field season

Carissa Prestholdt
May 18, 2020
Junior Leo Dworsky and other members of the "Hairspray" cast perform their final dress rehearsal Feb. 19. Dworsky was announced as a Minnesota Varsity Showcase Artist for Classical MPR of 2020.

[Photo] Junior named Minnesota Varsity 2020 Showcase Artist

May 2, 2020
Junior Kate Gage packs food for students who need food while school is out of session because of the COVID-19 school cancelation and spring break. The Birdfeeder program collected food donations March 16. According to an announcement March 16, Park students can pick up a bag of groceries in the main office after school.

[Photo] Free food made available by restaurants, organizations 

March 16, 2020
Junior Olivia Etz skis downhill Feb. 29. Etz participated in the 24 hour ski relay race Feb. 28-29 at Theodore Wirth Park.

[Photo] Nordic competes in ‘24 Hours of Wirth’

February 29, 2020
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Seniors Ella Hammerstrand and Mia Miller perform a pop-up during Aquafins show Feb. 8. The annual Minnesota Aquafins show consisted of 17 performances from all age groups.

[Photo] Middle school pool closed

February 27, 2020
Junior Leo Dworsky and other members of the ‘Hairspray’ cast perform their final dress rehearsal Feb. 19. Choir performed the musical “Hairspray” Feb. 20–Feb. 23.

[Photo] ‘Hairspray’ performances delight

March 3, 2020
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Senior Isaac Wahl and Junior Bynn Langaard dance to the song "I can hear the Bell's" during dress rehearsal Feb. 16.

Sophomore Jada Mclemore playing Penny Pingelton sings the song Big Dollhouse during choir practice the week before the first performance Feb. 20.

Juniors Leo Dvosky and Casey Hunter playing characters Corny Collins and Amber Von Tussle interview on the Corny Collins show during rehearsal.

Junior Bynn Langaard plays sings as character Tracy Turnblad form the brodway musical Hairspray.

Junior Bynn Langaard and Senior Sam Sietsema playing Tracy Turnblad and Edna Turnblad sing to the song Welcome to the 60s.

Chior presents the musical Hairspray Feb. 20-23.

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Seniors Alaric Woida and Ruby Stillman discuss voter registration Feb. 19. ACT club gave out voter registration sheets during lunches prior to elections March 3.

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Senior Ellen Poulter playing Tracy sings during a rehersal of the musical Hairspray

Junior Leo Dworsky playing Corny Collins sings while rehearsing the song hairspray for the choir musical Feb. 13.

Senior Isaac Wahl and Junior Casey Hunter rehearse a scene from the musical. Chior is performing Hairspray Feb. 21, 22, and 23.

Seniors Patrick Djerf and Maddie Lind discuss the gender inequality in the University of Minnesota Talented Youth Mathematics Program during the Feminism club meeting Feb. 13. The club discussed how women are outnumbered in high academic classes and in STEM.

[Photo] Feminism club discusses gender disparities

February 15, 2020
Freshman Leila Campbell completes a pop-up in the Aquafins combo "Mamma Mia" Feb. 8. The annual Minnesota Aquafins show consisted of 17 performances from all age groups.

Government at the Minnesota state Capitol proposes to amend State Constitution in order to ensure equal education.

Office Assistant Jennifer Thomas works with senior Ellen Poulter to solve issues with getting a parking pass Jan. 27. Starting spring semester of 2020, parking passes are sold online only.

[Photo] New online system implemented for purchasing parking passes

January 31, 2020
Sophomore Ryan Fitzpatrick double poles at the start of the five kilometer race Jan. 7 at Theodore Wirth Park. At the Metro West Classic Dual meet, the girls placed third out of nine teams and the boys placed sixth out of nine teams.

[Photo] Nordic competes in large, joint meet

January 8, 2020
Sophomore Tait Myers races downhill in a classic ski race Jan. 4 at the Loppet High School Invite at Theodore Wirth Park. Myers and his relay partner senior Rakesh Plantz placed ninth in the boys' classic relay competition and the boys' team placed eighth overall.

[Photo] Nordic skis in Loppet Invite

January 5, 2020
Park’s winter break for the 2019-2020 school year is Dec. 21 - Jan. 2. It is four days shorter than the 2018-2019 school year’s winter break.

[Photo] Shortened winter break prompts discussion

December 25, 2019
Junior Danny Walsh double poles at the start of the Metro West Classic race Dec. 16 at Hyland Park Reserve. The ski team went to Giants Ridge Ski Resort Dec. 26-28 to train for future meets.

[Photo] Nordic goes on annual winter ski trip

December 30, 2019
President Donald Trump’s infamous phone calls with Ukraine took place at the White House. Trump was impeached Dec. 18 for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.

[Photo] President Donald Trump impeached

December 19, 2019
City Council member Margaret Rog, City Manager Tom Harmening, and Mayor Jake Spano listen to public concerns regarding the new economic issues with vaping Dec. 16. Citizens of St. Louis Park including students from Benilde-St. Margaret's spoke their opinion regarding the laws of vaping in the city at the meeting.

[Photo] Ordinance in process to ban vaping products, e-cigarettes

December 17, 2019
Junior Josh Krueger and senior Maggie Klein lift weights at strength training Dec. 4. Nordic has morning lifting with strength coach Jessica Gust Monday and Wednesday mornings from 7–7:30 a.m.

Senior Victoria Caraball makes an announcement during the SOAR meeting Nov. 25. Students discusses what impact race has in their life.

[Photo] Staff Editorial: SOAR meeting sparks important dialogue

December 5, 2019
The Edina and All-Star teams take photo together after the game.

Senior Amelia Ryan reaches to catch the disc during the game against Edina Nov. 30. Marta Hill, Amelia Ryan, Lauren Schmelzler and Danny Shope played on the Minnesota All-Star team at U.S. Bank Stadium.

[Photo] Four ultimate players selected to play on Minnesota All-Star team

December 5, 2019
Junior Amal Abdi talks with fellow SOAR members Dec. 2, 2019. SOAR recently held a meeting with Mayor Jake Spano discussing racism in the community.

[Photo] SOAR holds meeting with Mayor Jake Spano

October 17, 2020
Junior Josh Krueger and senior Maggie Klein lift weights at strength training Dec. 4. Nordic has morning lifting with strength coach Jessica Gust Monday and Wednesday mornings from 7–7:30 a.m.

[Photo] Nordic begins strength and conditioning

December 6, 2019
Senior Aaron Ellingson dribbles the ball around Burnsville player senior Cedric Ung Nov. 30 at home. The teams's next game will be 7 p.m. Dec. 5 at Park Center.

[Photo] Boys' basketball loses at home opener

December 2, 2019
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[Video] ‘Legally Blonde’ preview

November 16, 2019
Junior violinist Ellen Payne plays violin during class 3rd hour. Band performed its Halloween concert Oct. 30 at St. Louis Park High School.

[Photo] Orchestra conducts Halloween concert

November 7, 2019
Senior Jackson Kubitza and Junior Jasper Hoff take a look at Park Tech's new Instagram. Senior Michel Ramirez is the official Instagram manager, while other members aid with suggestions.

[Photo] Park Tech begins new business venture

November 4, 2019
Juniors Olivia Etz and Mimi Kniser roller ski down the parking lot at captains practice Oct. 28. Practices are led by captains senior Ella Hammerstrand, Isabel Kjaer, David Klein, Maggie Klein, Rakesh Plantz, and junior Danny Walsh.

[Photo] Nordic kicks off captains practices

October 21, 2019
Protesters rally against President Trump outside the Target Center Oct. 10. Minnesotans chanted and held up signs throughout Trump's campaign.

[Photo] Staff Editorial: Local Trump rally sparks division

October 17, 2019
Trump protesters exercise their freedom of speech right at the anti-Trump rally along with hundreds of others.

Two Trump supporters get interviewed prior to entering Trumps campaign in Minneapolis starting at 7 p.m Oct. 10.

[Photo] Trump hopes to turn Minnesota red

October 11, 2019
Anti-Trump protesters hold up signs outside Target Center to voice opinion towards President.

Woman protests President Trump outside campaign to win over Minnesota Oct. 10.

Protesters from anti-Trump rally express unwelcoming feelings towards President Trump's visit to Minneapolis.

[Photo] Gallery: Trump visits Minneapolis

October 10, 2019
Senior Michael Ramirez discusses strategy for Park Tech's next project during a meeting after school Oct. 2. Ramirez specializes in software and digital aspects of the club.

[Photo] Park Tech looks forward to year of growth

October 8, 2019
Freshman Meshach Mandel pulls his bow across the strings on his violin during third hour Sept. 20. Orchestra is working toward its Halloween concert Oct. 30.

[Photo] Orchestra class begins on a high note

September 29, 2019
Construction workers finish putting in a wall at the north entrance Aug. 26. According to Thomas Bravo, construction has progressed through the summer and will continue on the fitness center throughout the school year.

[Photo] Construction continues

September 6, 2019
Construction workers finish putting in a wall at the north entrance Aug. 26. Construction has progressed through the summer and will not disrupt students' learning once school begins.

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Graduate Brenda Givens reacts after walking across the stage to recieve her diploma at Graduation June 6.

Natalia Caraballo acknowleges family in the stands prior to commencement of ceremony.

Anastasia Armbrecht smiles at family and friends in the stands as they watch her walk to their seats.

Paige Slavik smiles at family in the stands while walking into the Graduation ceremony with the class of 2019.

Lillian Johnson gestures toward crowd on the walk around the stadium as an entrance for the graduates prior to the ceremony at 7:30 p.m.

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Jamelia Addison celebrates after walking across the stage to receive her diploma.

Senior Ajai Datt claps for his friend on stage at Graduation.

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[Photo] Gallery: 2019 Graduation

June 7, 2019
Senior Natalia Caraballo wraps a car in saran wrap on senior ditch day May 31. Many of the senior ladies met that morning to write on cars as a way to leave their final mark on the school before they graduate. Seniors will be graduating at 7:30 p.m. June 6 at the stadium.

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Sophomore Danny Walsh and junior Rakesh Plantz roller ski down the street May 21. They practice in preparation for a summer skiing program at Minneapolis Ski Club. According to Plantz and Walsh, they plan on participating in Nordic captains practices, Cross Country captains practices and Minneapolis Ski Club throughout every week.

[Photo] Nordic team trains during summer

May 31, 2019
Construction workers install a pole that will be part of the fence surrounding the construction of the new fitness center. According to facilities manager Tom Bravo, the center should be completed by January 2020. Other renovations on the school will begin in fall 2019.

[Photo] Fence installed in Park field May 16

May 17, 2019
Sophomore Amara Foner tosses the disc past a Benilde player. Park won 7-4 against Benilde at Louisiana Oaks Park.

[Photo] Girls' ultimate defeats Benilde

May 15, 2019
Sophomore Zoe Frank reaches to catch the disc at girls' Crush Ultimate's game May 14.

Juniors Lauren Schmelzer and Maggie Klein laugh with the team while stretching.

Senior Grace Hammond participates in after game yoga led by girls' Crush Ultimate coach Kevin Ruda.

Sophomore Clara Deforge claps for a teammate who was recognized for spirit of the game.

Freshman Thomas Hanson plays bass during orchestra practice May 9. Orchestra is practicing in preparation for its spring concert May 30.

[Photo] Orchestra prepares for spring concert

May 20, 2019
Junior Svea Bleske jumps to block a Blake player from catching the disc. Girls' Crush ultimate won the game against Blake 9-8 April 30.

[Photo] Girls’ ultimate beats Blake

May 9, 2019
Junior Amelia Ryan attempts to defend the disc during the last game of the Madison Mudbath Tournament April 28. The next tournament will be the Hopkins Hustle Tournament May 11-12.

Echo Podcast episode one — Madison Mudbath Ultimate Frisbee tournament review

Kaia Myers, Carissa Prestholdt, and Isabel Kjaer
April 30, 2019
Kari Martinez operates the embroidery machine at the Park Prints work space. The company sells hats, blankets, clothing and pet sweaters.

Apparel business looks to expand to Storiole

Carissa Prestholdt
April 30, 2019
Roots and Shoots painted the wall April 18. According to Senior Katie Christiansen, the wall is painted with symbols that represent Minnesota's environmental habits and expectations.

[Photo] Roots and Shoots paints wall for Earth Day

April 21, 2019
The day after painting the wall on the track shed, seniors Greta Long, Sophia Davenport, Ilsa Olsen, Caroline Garland and Katie Christiansen create a video for a Technovations project. Roots and Shoots painted the wall April 18.

Sophomore Marit Gabel reaches to catch the disc at practice April 17. According to coach Liz Bixler, current practices are focused towards ultimate's next game April 23 against Hopkins.

[Photo] Girls’ ultimate competes in first game of the season

April 18, 2019
Senior Semaj Mitchell tosses disc to teammate at practice April 17. Boys' ultimate's next tournament is the Madison Mudbath April 27-28.

[Photo] Boys’ ultimate sets goals for tournament

April 21, 2019
Robotics coach Trevor Paulson strategizes with junior Will Schwietering for next game in the first Robotics competition tournament March 29. Orioles Robotics placed 56 out of 63 in the tournament overall, according to First Robotics.

Junior Illhan Abdi spins senior Aisha Abdi around to display cultural dress. Abdi participated in the fashion show as well as read out loud a poem.

Senior Cecelia Brown sings alongside senior Andreina Rodriguez. The song represents the spanish culture at the multicultural show April 12.

[Photo] Senior competes at Fine Arts Festival

May 23, 2019
Strut your stuff: Sophomore Maryam Abdirahman dances with her partner in the fashion show portion of the multicultural performance.

[Photo] Evening show cancellation frustrates

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April 18, 2019
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Junior Zahra Mohamed takes selfie of her and friends after performing in fashion show part of multicultural show.

[Photo] Multicultural show energizes audience

April 15, 2019
Sophomores Gabe Kaplan and Carly Joseph chat with junior, Editor-in-Chief Marta Hill about design for the opinions page April 11.

[Photo] Echo wins Silver Crown

April 11, 2019
Senior Monica Foley April 11 practice dance during the choir class. The choir is fundraising to be able to take a trip to New York during the summer.

[Photo] Choir fundraiser quiz

Abby Prestholdt
April 17, 2019
Junior Sarah Wojtasiak attempts to block throw at scrimmage against Hopkins Feb. 26. Due to bad weather affecting playing fields Girls' ultimate have had more indoor games than outdoor.

Junior Hilda Habia bows up her violin during class April 10. Practices are in preparation for orchestra's upcoming performance April 18.

[Photo] Orchestra looks forward to district festival

April 17, 2019
Juniors Jacob Johnson and Will Schwetering prepare final touches on robot while walking onto stage to compete Mar. 29. The tournament lasted March 28-31 and Park placed .

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Senior ultimate crush player Jack Ostrovsky signals to teammate to pass the disc during a game in the 2018 season. The team has been doing extra training drills to improve its strength for the 2019 season.

Boys’ ultimate basics quiz

Isabel Kjaer, Carissa Prestholdt, and Kaia Myers
March 19, 2019
Junior Emma Tight performs Irish dance with her teammates March 10 at Eden Prairie mall. Tight will also be dancing Mar.17 at the Landmark Center and MN History Center

Dancers perform for cultural celebration

Carissa Prestholdt
March 15, 2019
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