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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
Sophia Curran-Moore

Sophia Curran-Moore

Hello! I’m Sophia Curran-Moore and I’m a senior. This is my second year writing for the Echo. When I’m not writing, I’m paddle boarding, getting lost in the woods, or reading. I love music, and Tracy Chapman is one of my favorite artists. I plan on studying English and education next year.

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Prom refreshingly lame

Prom refreshingly lame

Sophia Curran-Moore
May 17, 2022
Gap years can be beneficial

Gap years can be beneficial

Sophia Curran-Moore
May 9, 2022
Illustration by Isaac Wert

Cut Through the Noise: Christina Perri, Taylor Swift, Doja Cat

Sophia Curran-Moore
May 9, 2022
Senior Ezra Hudson participates in the 100-meter hurdles April 26. Park's next meet is 4:00 p.m. May 2 at Chanhassen High School.

Field competitors give their all

Sophia Curran-Moore, Lily Nugteren, Mya Stanberry, and Char Priadka
April 30, 2022
Eco-anxiety looms over Earth Day

Eco-anxiety looms over Earth Day

Grace Stillman, Modesty Manion, and Sophia Curran-Moore
April 29, 2022
Junior James Hager competes in the 100-meter hurdles April 11. Park’s next meet is 3 p.m. April 11 at Armstrong High School.

Track competes in first outdoor meet of season

Sophia Curran-Moore, Mya Stanberry, Lily Nugteren, and Char Priadka
April 13, 2022
Band trip leads to team bonding

Band trip leads to team bonding

Sophia Curran-Moore
April 11, 2022
Used with permission by Miles Johnson.

Freshman lands role in “All American Boys”

Sophia Curran-Moore
April 11, 2022
Junior Rachel Pope practices hurdles March 14. Park's first meet is 4 p.m. April 6 at the Chanhassen high school.

Track season starts off strong

Sophia Curran-Moore, Mya Stanberry, Char Priadka, and Lily Nugteren
March 20, 2022
Band director Steve Schmitz celebrates Women's History Month with a presentation for his students March 12. The United Nations designated March as Women's History Month in 1987.

Plea for gender equality during Women’s History Month

Sophia Curran-Moore
March 17, 2022
The "Impossible Breakfast Sandwich" at Starbucks contains cheese, an egg and a patty made from soy protein concentrate. Many restaurants in the Twin Cities are expanding their vegetarian options.

Plant-based meat alternatives vary in quality

Sophia Curran-Moore
March 10, 2022
Books written by and featuring women are on display in the Media Center March 1–31. The exhibit is in honor of Women's History Month.

[Photo] Staff Editorial: March serves as a reminder to recognize women’s achievements

March 7, 2022
Sophomore Evelyn Schmitz drives towards the basket March 2. Park won against Robinsdale Cooper 71-54.

Girls’ basketball triumphs over Cooper in Sections

Lily Nugteren, Sophia Curran-Moore, and Mya Stanberry
March 3, 2022
8th grader Kaylee Crump skates her way to the finish at the state meet Feb. 17. Crump finished in 102nd place.

Nordic seizes the day

Sophia Curran-Moore, Lily Nugteren, and Mya Stanberry
February 24, 2022
Junior Rachel Katzovitz skis at sections Feb. 10. The girls Nordic team qualified for the State meet for the first time since 2004.

Nordic victorious at Sections

Lily Nugteren, Sophia Curran-Moore, and Mya Stanberry
February 13, 2022
Mask mandate is a breath of fresh air

Mask mandate is a breath of fresh air

Sophia Curran-Moore
February 8, 2022
Juniors Isaac Israel, Sebastian Tangelson and Denly Lindeman collaborate during a Math Meet Jan. 24. Meets are split up into individual and team portions.

Math team calculates improvement

Sophia Curran-Moore
January 27, 2022
English teacher Chris Nordmark takes attendance Jan. 5. Attendance in classes decreases rapidly due to COVID-19 and lack of motivation.

Empty desks, empty minds

Sophia Curran-Moore
January 8, 2022
Fair use from Penguin Random House

‘The Beatryce Prophecy’ takes reader on fun ride

Sophia Curran-Moore
January 5, 2022
Junior Denly Lindeman and freshman Julia Lorenzen work on a set of practice problems Dec. 6. The team meets once a week on Mondays to prepare for competitions.

Math team formulates fun

Sophia Curran-Moore
December 17, 2021
One of the six all-gender restrooms is located in the A3 hallway. All-gender restrooms are valuable for students who feel uncomfortable in gendered restrooms, according to senior Kris Moe.

Locked out of inclusivity

Sophia Curran-Moore
December 2, 2021

Student-led is student-first

Sophia Curran-Moore
November 28, 2021
Senior Logan Woida prepares his game setup during a Dungeons & Dragons club meeting Nov. 15. The club appeals to many students as it fosters a unique community.

Dungeons, dragons and discussions

Sophia Curran-Moore
November 23, 2021
Fair use from Columbia Records.

Adele’s ‘30’ will make and break your heart

Sophia Curran-Moore
November 17, 2021
Freshman Nora Lindeman runs at the state meet on Nov. 6. Lindeman finished in 104th place at the MSHL state meet.

Cross country finishes strong at sections

Sophia Curran-Moore
November 9, 2021
Fair use from Ploydor Records.

Lana Del Rey’s ‘Blue Banisters’ is beautifully somber

Sophia Curran-Moore
October 26, 2021

National anthem is an opportunity for reflection

Sophia Curran-Moore
October 25, 2021
Senior Bennett Kouame uses a pair of goggles as a pass to leave the room during Park Connections Oct. 19. The new pass system has made contact tracing and tracking attendance easier.

New system for Media Center, Learning Lab passes creates tension

Sophia Curran-Moore
October 21, 2021
Freshman Casey Howard rounds a corner in the boys' varsity 5,000 meter race. His team finished in 8th place at the Metro West Conference Championships.

Cross country reigns victorious

Sophia Curran-Moore
October 20, 2021
Freshman Caleb Teichman pushes past his limits in the boys' JV 5,000 meter race. His team finished in 12th place.

Park steps it up

Sophia Curran-Moore
October 5, 2021
Varsity runners run during practice Sept. 29. The cross country team will face St. Michaels at 4 p.m. Oct. 4 at St. Michael Recreation Center.

Cross country prepares for upcoming race

Sophia Curran-Moore
October 4, 2021
School resource officer Maurice Smith sits outside of lunch Sept. 23. Smith sits across the street of the school everyday during lunch.

Officer monitors speeding during lunch

Sophia Curran-Moore
September 29, 2021
Senior Ben Matthews competes in a cross country meet Sept. 17. Park finished the meet in fifth place.

Cross country endures difficulties

Sophia Curran-Moore
September 20, 2021
Student browses a website for locating COVID-19 vaccines. There are many online resources that assist with finding and making a vaccine appointment.

Club helps students get COVID-19 vaccine

Sophia Curran-Moore
June 1, 2021
Used with permission of Tamar Gewirtz and Semona Robel.

The Dakota-Edgewood trial bridge is currently under construction May 17. The bridge will have an art wall created by groups that identify as Dakota tribe.

Dakota-Edgewood bridge to feature Native artwork

Sophia Curran-Moore
May 18, 2021
Minnesota shouldn’t issue curfews

Minnesota shouldn’t issue curfews

Sophia Curran-Moore
April 24, 2021
Actors in the spring musical, "Working," perform their opening song. The musical is available to watch virtually April 23, 24 and 25 by purchasing a $10 ticket.

Spring musical ‘Working’ will be livestreamed

Sophia Curran-Moore
April 19, 2021
Interviews for principal began March 8-12, and Park has now advanced to the last round of interviews with two candidates remaining. The final decision for principal will be made at the April 12 school board meeting.

Final two principal candidates chosen

Maddie Schutte and Sophia Curran-Moore
March 24, 2021
Used with permisson of Dahlia Krebs and Josh Krueger.

Two seniors named US Presidential Scholar candidates

Sophia Curran-Moore
February 11, 2021
Gov. Walz announces Due North Education plan

Gov. Walz announces Due North Education plan

Sophia Curran-Moore
February 5, 2021
Fair use from Netflix.

‘Bridgerton’ is a fun escape

Sophia Curran-Moore
January 16, 2021
Photo illustration by Lauren Thon. Yoga is participated from a distance via Zoom Jan. 10.

Yoga club deferred

Sophia Curran-Moore
January 11, 2021
The STEP building, located on West Lake St., is unsettlingly quiet. Clients and volunteers no longer enter the building as a safety precaution. Instead, contactless pick-up is used to deliver items to those in need.

STEP to not accept food donations through December

Sophia Curran-Moore
December 12, 2020
Fair use from Shutterstock.

Driver’s education continues online

Sophia Curran-Moore
December 10, 2020
President-elect is a step in the right direction

President-elect is a step in the right direction

Sophia Curran-Moore
November 16, 2020
A woman studies quilts on display. The exhibit was on the first and second floors of the Osher Gallery.

Racial justice-inspired quilt exhibit is eye-opening

Sophia Curran-Moore
November 2, 2020
Biology teacher takes leave of absence

Biology teacher takes leave of absence

Sophia Curran-Moore
October 31, 2020
A group of students walk from class to lunch Oct. 26. Students are required to wear masks and practice social distancing while attending school in person.

First day of hybrid model

Sophia Curran-Moore
October 28, 2020
Elise Anderson, pictured above, gets involved with politics.

Senior runs for Twitter senate

Sophia Curran-Moore
October 8, 2020
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