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The student news site of St. Louis Park High School

The Echo
The student news site of St. Louis Park High School

The Echo
Emmy Pearson

Emmy Pearson, Design Editor

Hi friends! I’m Emmy Pearson, I am a senior (craziness!) and I am one of the design editors this year! This is my second year in Echo and I could not be more excited to help with all things artsy (and some pictures here and there)! My favorite pass-times are searching for the perfect thrifted hoodie, taking hikes, obsessing over the cast of Criminal Minds, and devouring some Caprese salad. Take me on any adventure and I’ll be your bestie for the restie! I hope you have a beautiful day, I’m outtie 5000!

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Senior Lauryn Hill talks to interim principal Wendy Loberg during third lunch April 26. Loberg made herself available to talk to students during lunch.

[Photo] SOAR holds open mic forum

April 27, 2021
A student works in the cafeteria Feb. 25. Superintendent Astien Osei will presenting a potential start date to hybrid to the School Board March 8.

[Photo] Return date for 100 percent to be announced

March 7, 2021
Sophomore Ella Wasvick sets up to work on her assignments during first hour in the cafeteria Feb. 25. Park is continuing to push the importance of students utilizing asynchronous time for getting help and doing work.

[Photo] Cohort A, B required to attend asynchronous classes

March 1, 2021
Freshman Evie Schmitz works on an assignment during her synchronous, first period French class Feb. 25. Park will combine Cohorts A and B to attend school in-person four days a week beginning April 12.

[Photo] Schedule change to exclude asynchronous classes

March 15, 2021
Sophomore Mya Stanberry works on her assignments in the cafeteria during first hour Feb. 25. Cohort B returned for in-person learning on Feb. 25 and 26, while cohort A and cohort C remained online.

[Photo] Staff Editorial: Return to hybrid successful

February 28, 2021
Junior Ben Farley fights with Hopkins senior Colin Geiser for the puck Feb. 25. Park defeated Hopkins 6-3.

Boys’ hockey victorious against Hopkins

Emmy Pearson, Design Editor
February 26, 2021
Sophomore Teddy Dahlin attempts to score a goal against Chaska. Park won 6-5 in a close game against Chaska.

Boys’ hockey makes an unexpected comeback against Chaska

Emmy Pearson
February 3, 2021
Seniors Emma Heinzen and Anna Jensen work on a yearbook layout Feb. 1. A select few Echowan editorial staffers have came into the building to work on the yearbook. Otherwise, the yearbook runs virtually.

[Photo] Echowan works on yearbook virtually

February 2, 2021
Senior Jack Wandmacher tries to skate pass Edina’s senior defenseman Owen Davis. Park tied 4-4 with Edina.

Boys’ hockey ties first game of the season against rival Edina

Emmy Pearson, Design Editor
January 15, 2021
Due to some labs requiring equipment at the high school, Park students have been allowed in the building to use laboratory stations in science classrooms to complete their labs.

[Photo] Juniors move to in-person science labs

January 6, 2021
A lack of accountability caused by distanced learning allows for students to cheat on assignments and tests. Academic dishonesty is a growing concern for schools during the pandemic.

[Photo] Distance learning blurs lines of academic dishonesty

December 24, 2020
As COVID-19 vaccines are approved and appointments become increasingly available, more students will be able to get inoculated.

[Photo] How to: Get your vaccine

April 30, 2021
Seeds Feeds’ “Cook With Us” event meets virtually over Zoom Dec. 6. The recipe they made for this event was squash and red lentil curry soup.

[Photo] Seeds Feeds hosts ‘cook with us’ events

December 7, 2020
Renovations have been completed for the Carl A. Holmstrom auditorium, with the addition of new lighting and backstage equipment November 2020. Recently, renovations were also completed for the main gym.

[Photo] Main gym, auditorium receive upgrades

January 4, 2021
Senior Lucas Hand prepares to take a shot while Osseo defenders block the goal. Hand scored the third goal in the second period.

Sophomores Joseph Falzone and Eli Puchner and Junior Robert Perelman spectate the boys’ hockey varsity game Nov. 12. The game took place at the St. Louis Park ROC.

Senior Jack Fredrickson checks an Osseo player on his way to the puck. The next game for boys’ hockey is at 7:15 p.m. Nov. 18 against Southwest Christian at the St. Louis Park Rec Center.

Senior Austin Amelse maintains control of the puck as he skates up the ice toward Osseo’s goal. Park lost 9-3 to Osseo.

[Photo] Boys’ Hockey loses second preseason game

Anna Benishek
November 13, 2020
Senior Davis Bye carries the puck up the ice during the boys’ varsity hockey game against Osseo Nov. 12. Bye plays as a defenseman and has played hockey since the age of four.

[Photo] Meet the Athlete: Davis Bye

November 27, 2020
Junior Ben Farley battles for control of the puck against Osseo's player. Farley scored the first goal in the first period.

Sophomore Cole Taylor keeps the puck in position as he attempts to score a goal against Forest Lake. Park lost 5-3 against Forest Lake Nov. 10.

Boys’ hockey loses to Forest Lake during bridge season

Emmy Pearson
November 11, 2020
Senior captain Selee Olmen returns the ball to the opposing team Sept. 22. Park lost its first varsity match 4-3 to Chanhassen.

[Photo] Captain’s tennis career comes to an end

November 2, 2020
Art by Emmy Pearson. Source: City of St. Louis Park.

[Photo] Polling location details

November 1, 2020
Park graduates of the Class of 2020 enjoy French cuisine at the very first French Club meeting Oct. 11, 2019. French Club is one of many clubs at Park this year that will continue its program online.

Clubs at Park offer social connection during the pandemic

Emmy Pearson
October 29, 2020
Junior Paloma Da Silva Acosta steals the ball from a Southwest Lakers player in the Oct. 14 game. Park lost with a final score of 1-0.

Girls’ soccer falls to Minneapolis Southwest in sections

Emmy Pearson
October 15, 2020
Under the hypothetical scenario of recieving a government approved vaccine for COVID-19, Minnesotans are still wary about being immediately vaccinated. According to a poll done by KARE 11, many Minnesotans would not immediately get a COVID-19 vaccine.

[Photo] Politics shouldn’t interfere with COVID-19 prevention

Colin Canaday
October 9, 2020
26-year-old Breonna Taylor was fatally shot by Louisville, Kentucky police in her home March 13. No officers were charged for her death, but instead for wanton endangerment Sept. 23.

[Photo] Justice needs to be served for Breonna Taylor

October 5, 2020
Senior Marissa Boettcher prepares to volley the ball back to her opponent sept. 22. Park lost their first varsity match 4-3 to Chanhassen.

[Photo] Girls’ tennis edged out by Chanhassen

September 23, 2020
Junior Joseph McGurgan goes to kick the ball Sept. 15. Park won 4-0 against Bloomington Jefferson

Boys’ soccer defeats Bloomington Jefferson 4-0

Emmy Pearson
September 16, 2020
Sophomores Charlie Poulter and Miles Rider, along with other Park students, spectate the girls’ varsity tennis match Aug. 26. Spectators were encouraged to wear masks and social distance by the Park sports administration.

Procedures for attending fall sports events

Emmy Pearson and Lauren Thon
September 4, 2020
The Louisiana Avenue and Highway 7 bridge lift in purple Aug. 26. The city of St. Louis Park decided to change the color of the lights in recognition of Women's Equality Day.

[Photo] Highway 7 bridge light up in commemoration of the 19th amendment

September 11, 2020
Art by Emmy Pearson. Since the stay-at-home order has been lifted, friends and families want to get together while still maintaining a safe distance. Some activities that make this possible are bike rides, car circles, hammocking, campfires and picnics.

Social distancing fun with friends

Emmy Pearson
May 27, 2020
Fair use from Apple Podcast. Podcasts covers of Anything Goes with Emma Chamberlain, Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations, TED Radio Hour, This American Life, and Radiolab.

Podcasts to check out during quarantine

Emmy Pearson
May 12, 2020
Art by Emmy Pearson. Recently there has been an increase in COVID-19 testing in Minnesota, allowing for more cases to be confirmed in the state.

[Photo] Breaking down the surge in COVID-19 testing

May 13, 2020

[Video] How to make a friendship bracelet

April 24, 2020

[Video] Whipped coffee tutorial

April 10, 2020
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Juniors Eastyn Samoy and Max Wyatt wear their baseball and hockey apparel March 13. Apparel items for sports have been priced high recently, causing athletes to turn away from purchasing sports apparel.

[Photo] Sports apparel prices lead to student doubt

March 13, 2020
Freshmen Leila Campbell, Maren Wilsey, Cecelia Jensen, Elena Ortiz, and Alicia Narais talk with a representative from Aveda Institute Minneapolis at the college fair March 11. Students who are interested in receiving college credits as high schoolers can participate in PSEO.

[Photo] PSEO information sessions

March 11, 2020
Sophomore Danny Shope gathers information from a representative of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire March 11. The college fair allowed for students in all grades to visit information booths from participating colleges and learn about their post-secondary options.

Sophomore Kyron Wesson and juniors Elijah Turner, Carlos Acevedo Saavedra, Reynell Randle and Jalen Witherspoon film a video for their YouTube channel YSN4L Feb. 14. The channel has reached 277 subscribers with a total of 4,396 views.

[Photo] YouTuber fame in today’s pop culture

February 27, 2020
Cedar Lake Trail is closed and under construction among other bike paths in St. Louis Park due to the installation of the light rail. The trail will reopen Fall of 2021 according to Minnesapolis Parks.

Junior Erin Brousseau battles in the goal crease against Edina goalie junior Sarah Swann Feb. 1. Brousseau has scored 15 goals and made four assists in the regular 2019-2020 season, with a total of 19 points.

[Photo] Hopkins/Park ends regular season with loss to Edina

February 2, 2020
Junior Abby Meyer fights to gain control of the puck Jan. 25. Wayzata defeated Hopkins/Park 7-0.

[Photo] Hopkins/Park falls to Wayzata

January 27, 2020
Park students donate toward science teacher Jessica Gust’s fund to aid the wildfires in Australia Jan. 6-Jan. 10. Gust raised $577.75 to support a fundraiser started by actor and comedian Celeste Barber.

Senior Anna Nicholls defends the puck Dec. 17. Hopkins/Park won against Red Wing 8-3.

[Photo] Hopkins/Park girls’ hockey prepares to play Osseo

January 8, 2020
Senior Sarah McCallon takes the puck up the rink Dec. 17. Hopkins/Park won against Red Wing 8-3.

[Photo] Hopkins/Park girls’ hockey wins against Red Wing

December 19, 2019
Junior Erin Brousseau takes control of the puck while closing in on the opponent’s goal. Hopkins/Park lost 0-6 to Benilde-St. Margaret’s Nov. 26.

[Photo] Girls’ hockey team loses to Benilde-St. Margaret's

December 2, 2019
The U.S. Bank Stadium officials are considering modifying the stadium's glass in order to reduce bird deaths. Around 111 birds die annually due to collision with the building.

[Photo] Staff Editorial: U.S. Bank Stadium should prioritize bird safety

November 22, 2019
Math teacher Meredith Webster helps junior Denzel Thomas at the St. Louis Park Library Nov. 16. Park teachers are offering their time to tutor students 9 a.m. to noon every Saturday.

[Photo] Local tutoring opportunity expands

November 23, 2019
Junior Elie Grassley competes in the 500 yard freestyle with a time of 5:23.53 minutes, placing 16th overall. Park competed at the State finals Nov. 16. at the Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center at the University of Minnesota.

[Photo] Girls’ swimming competes in finals Nov. 16

November 16, 2019
Sophomore Oliver Smith turns in an extra credit project to AP European History teacher Jeffrey Cohen Oct. 24. AP European History students are given the opportunity to paint historically themed pumpkins for extra credit.

[Photo] Teacher incorporates nontraditional learning into class

November 5, 2019
Junior Grace Loveland competes in the 200 IM against Benilde-St. Margaret’s Oct. 22. Park lost to Benilde-St. Margaret’s 73-97.

[Photo] Girls’ swim falls to Benilde

October 23, 2019
Deb Brinkman responds to an audience provided question Oct. 17 at St. Louis Park City Hall Candidate Forum. Deb Brinkman is running for City Council at Large A.

[Photo] League of Women Voters creates impact

November 4, 2019
Freshman Rose Huse competes in the 100 backstroke against Hopkins Oct. 15. Park beat Hopkins 50-44.

[Photo] Park breaks losing streak against Hopkins

October 16, 2019
Junior Megan Hoenie browses the new Park math Instagram account. The math department created their Instagram account to highlight events in the math community.

[Photo] Math Instagram account engages students

November 5, 2019
Senior Hattie Kugler competes in the breaststroke with a time of 1.09 minutes Oct. 3. Park lost to Chanhassen High School 35-37.

[Photo] Park loses to Chanhassen

October 4, 2019
Park students pose for a picture Sept. 27 at St. Louis Park City Hall. Young activists gathered to express support against climate change.

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Seventh grader Jason Kraft and junior Dahlia Krebs walk in the climate march. At City Hall participants expressed their feelings on climate change.

[Photo] Roots and Shoots marches for climate change

October 10, 2019
Seventh grader Micah Curtis leads the climate march of 37 people Sept. 27 to City Hall. He carried a sign reading “There’s no planet B.”

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Senior Franny Bevell swims 1:01.84 in the 100 meter fly during the meet Sept. 19. Park won against Bloomington Jefferson High School.

[Photo] Girls’ swim team triumphs at meet

September 24, 2019
Counselor Kelly Brown and social worker Marlee Nirenstein serve pizza to students during lunch on the first day of school. Students enjoyed Papa Johns and Parkway pizza for free.

Juniors Leo Dworsky and Amara Foner perform Aug. 24 at the Three One Six Bar + Grill. Dworsky sang covers and played piano, while Foner played cello.

Juniors perform for a cause

Sofia Seewald, Emmy Pearson, and Annica Schultz
August 27, 2019
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