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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
Anika Hanson

Anika Hanson, Business Manager

Hello there. My name is Anika Hanson, pronounced ON-ICK-A for those of you that don’t know.  I joined Echo this year as a senior cuz why the heck not. I enjoy drinking iced chai tea because coffee is gross and consuming all dairy products except for cottage cheese because that’s gross too. Oh and also join nordic #skieason

 

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Doubles partners Cory Kleve and Clayton Horseman use teamwork to win the match in sections. Section were on May 23.

Tennis Team Sections Photo Gallery

Anika Hanson and Rachel Salzer
June 5, 2019
Senior Athena award recipient Sophie Olmen poses for a picture by her poster board that contains information on her athletic acheivemnets during her high school career.

Athena award recipient honored at luncheon

Anika Hanson and Rachel Salzer
June 2, 2019
Senior Matt Lidenberg pitches against Edina High School April 19. Park beat Edina 9-8, giving Park a record of 4-1.

Senior baseball player recently committed to Luther College

Anika Hanson and Rachel Salzer
May 28, 2019
tinfish

Facial recognition will improve overall experience at airports

Anika Hanson
May 14, 2019

Echo Podcast episode two — The effects of a broken finger on sports and music

Anika Hanson and Rachel Salzer
April 30, 2019
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is located in Knowlwood and offers different types of smoothies and food options.

[Photo] Different healthy food options in St. Louis Park

May 9, 2019
Used with permission from Jariel Lopez

Football captain commits to University of Minnesota-Duluth

Rachel Salzer and Anika Hanson
March 25, 2019
Senior Isaac Swartz swings a forehand returning a shot against Bloomington Jefferson during their match April 24. 2018.

Boys’ tennis preseason quiz

Rachel Salzer and Anika Hanson
March 22, 2019
Senior Milkaso Dedefo signs his commitment to play football at the University of Minnesota Crookston on Feb. 6. Dedefo was accompanied by his teammates, coaches, family and friends.

Senior athlete commits to University of Minnesota Crookston

Rachel Salzer and Anika Hanson
March 21, 2019
Senior Savannah Romero signs her commitment to play softball at Bethel University. Romero was accompanied by her coaches, friends and family while she signed.

Senior Erica Dudley laughs with her fellow Quiz Bowl members during Quiz Bowl practice in preparation for Nationals.

Quiz Bowl eliminated in State tournament

Emma Leff, Marta Hill, and Anika Hanson
February 21, 2019
Senior Quiz Bowl member Quinn Whitlow beams alongside his teammates after accurately answering a question during Quiz Bowl practice Feb. 5.

Quiz Bowl advances to State

Marta Hill, Anika Hanson, and Emma Leff
February 7, 2019
In preparation for the play sophomore Emily Turnquist delivers an emotional monologue at practice Dec. 11. After the performance the cast and crew allowed for questions from the audience on the making of the play.

Park competes at Winter One Act Sections

Marta Hill, Emma Leff, and Anika Hanson
February 6, 2019
Senior Morgana Obredofer takes notes while rehearsing for 'The Amish Project'. The cast did thorough research on their characters and the tragedy that the play is based on so that they could accurately portray the story.

Theater hosts Q&A after ‘The Amish Project’ performances

Anika Hanson and Sophie Olmen
January 23, 2019
Goalie Brock Kautz and forward Jack Ramsey autograph a young hockey players practice jersey. This event inspires young players to continue to work hard.

The maroon team tries to take the puck back from team gold during their hour long practice Jan. 14 at the ROC.

Children line up to get autographs from Gopher hockey players at the "Gophers Skate the Cities" which was hosted at the ROC event Monday, Jan. 14. Gopher player Tyler Nanne signs a poster for a young fan. The team provided these posters and player cards for all fans to take home.

[Photo] Gophers men’s hockey visits St. Louis Park

January 28, 2019
Sophomore Cameron Donahue and teacher Kristin Johnson work together on preparing for an upcoming Math Team tournament.

Math Team begins final push to qualify for State

Emma Leff and Anika Hanson
January 14, 2019
Junior Jamie Sorenson studies for the ACT during his study hall. All Park juniors can take the ACT at school Feb. 20.

[Photo] Math department plans test prep

January 10, 2019
Assistant Principals Jessica Busse and Todd Goggleye deliver beverages and treats to all of the high school staff Dec. 21, around the high school. They also handed out "SLP Strong" bracelets made by a group of students in business innovations.

[Photo] Assistant principals prepare for winter break

December 21, 2018
Bobby Otto helps sophomore Elliot Salmon with his math homework. According to Otto, he tries to incorporate the mindfulness aspect of yoga into the classroom because it benefits himself and his students.

Bobby Otto helps sophomore Elliot Salmon with his math homework. According to Otto, he tries to incorporate the mindfulness aspect of yoga into the classroom because it benefits himself and his students.

Math teacher hopes to start yoga classes at high school

Emma Leff and Anika Hanson
December 18, 2018
Senior Bella Birkeland donates blood in C350 during the Memorial Blood Center's blood drive. The phlebotomists made sure everyone that donated felt comfortable and at ease while donating.

[Photo] Student Council helps community through blood drive

December 5, 2018
Senior Danny Martinez shares food with senior Braulio Vela-Garray during NTA's Thanksgiving meal. The Thanksgiving meal is one example of how NTA creates a tight-knit community within the program.

Program creates new learning environment

Emma Leff and Anika Hanson
November 26, 2018
Junior Eitan Weinstein solves a trigonometry problem in front of fellow Math Team members during Math Team meeting after school Nov. 12 in room B330.

Math Team competes at first meet of the season

Emma Leff and Anika Hanson
November 12, 2018
Keisha Piehl helps students in her Advanced Algebra AB class. Piehl tries to leave time at the end of each class for students to ask questions.

Math teacher returns to full-time teaching

Emma Leff and Anika Hanson
October 30, 2018
Freshman Symone Morrison completes her ballot during the mock election in C350 Oct. 16. This provided a practice opportunity for students who will be first-time voters in the upcoming election.

[Photo] Mock election provides outlet for student voice

October 25, 2018
Donation bins were set up around the school for students to donate as much as they were able. If students donate, they are able to take a purple ribbon sticker to show their support for mental health awareness.

Student Council raises money for mental health

Emma Leff, Rachel Salzer, and Anika Hanson
October 17, 2018
2017 Math Team captain Ryan Favour arranges lineup for upcoming meet. Math Team first meets 3:10 on Oct 1 in A202.

Math Team encourages new members to join

Emma Leff, Anika Hanson, and Rachel Salzer
October 1, 2018
Senior Gabby McCaa works on her setting technique during practice on August 23. Having good setting skills is essential for a successful volleyball career.

Senior commits to play Division 1 volleyball

Anika Hanson and Emma Leff
September 19, 2018
Seniors Daisy Widboom, Madison McIntosh and Violet Huber cheer at the pep fest Sept. 14. Homecoming week has activities and dress codes every day leading up to the dance 7 p.m. Sept 22.

Student council finishes Homecoming preparations

Rachel Salzer, Emma Leff, and Anika Hanson
September 17, 2018
Freshman Evelyn Gutzke hits a backhand during gym class at the Park tennis courts May 1. Gutzke was a member of Park's tennis team this past fall.

[Photo] Tennis courts to be updated

May 5, 2018
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