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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

Principal Scott Meyers speaks during the Graduation ceremony for the Class of 2019 June 6. Meyers is resigning June 30.

Principal of five years resigns

Isabel Kjaer, Marta Hill, and Kaia Myers February 17, 2020

Though the decision to resign was hard to make, Principal Scott Meyers said it was ultimately made easier because of the potential positive effects on his life.  “I'm going to miss being a part of...

Yellow caution tape blocks swimming at Lake Nokomis due to positive E. Coli tests. According to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, the beach on Lake Nokomis will not be open for the remainder of the year.

E. Coli shuts down beaches

Tobias Khabie September 2, 2019

When E. Coli forced multiple lakes around the Twin Cities to close, sophomore Thomas Hanson said he was disappointed because he couldn't complete his sailing license. “One of the tests we had to do...

A leader at the teen pride festival excites the crowd and introduces the  entertainment. The teen pride celebration took place June 1 at Loring Park.

Summer concerts

Carly Joseph June 5, 2019

Events happen all summer and this year the music industry has a lot going on. From Billie Eilish to New Kids On The Block, there is something for everybody in the Twin Cities.

Juniors Annie Breyak and Ella Hammerstrand hold up their pinky fingers during the song 24K Magic in their Bruno Mars duet during a routine meet against Bloomington, May 3.

Synchro ends competition season

Yonit Krebs and Sam St. Clair June 5, 2019

After celebrating its success at State, Park’s synchro team looks to the next season and preparing through summer programs, according to sophomore Maya Lee. “In the summer you can do the strength...

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.

Nordic team trains during summer

Noah Orloff and Dani Orloff May 31, 2019

Sophomore Danny Walsh, who participated in Minneapolis Ski Club last year and will be a Nordic captain this upcoming season, said Minneapolis Ski Club was a two to three hour commitment per day. “They're...

Senior Altheagrace Tyler packs a bag for students in need of food May 28. Birdfeeder is accepting applications from students who need food over the summer until May 31.

Birdfeeder offers summer meal plans

Maggie Klaers, Ruthie Posada, and Emily Ziessman May 30, 2019

The Birdfeeder and free and reduced lunch provide meal security for students in need during the school year. According to junior Victoria Martinez, this service will continue into the summer. “During...

Jobs in the Park provides summer employment to students at many places within the city, including the Westwood Hills Nature Center. According to St. Louis Park, positions include junior naturalist coordinator or playground naturalist.

Program seeks to provide summer employment

Dani Orloff and Noah Orloff March 15, 2019

As sophomore Marcos Alvarez reflects on his time volunteering at a St. Louis Park park during the summer, he said it was a fulfilling experience. “It’s really fun. You get to hang with kids, make...

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Netflix movie charms viewers

Jenna Cook June 6, 2018

One of Netflix’s most recent original additions, “Ibiza” left me amused and entertained just as any good summer travel movie should. The film tells the story of a young woman, Harper (Gillian Jacobs),...

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6 hot tracks missing from your Summer playlist

Isaac Wert June 3, 2018

Now that it’s finally Summer, there’s nothing better than rolling the windows down and taking an exhilarating drive to celebrate the nice weather. No matter what your plans are, everyone needs an upbeat,...

Freshman Zoe Frank and sophomore Maddie Lind discuss environmental activities they can participate in over the summer vacation at the Root and Shoots meeting May 15.

Club plans summer canoe trip

Emma Yarger May 31, 2018

As the Roots and Shoots Boundary Waters canoe trip approaches, senior Adam Recknagel said he thinks about upcoming the adventure every day. According to senior Lukas Wrede, the Boundary Waters is a...

STEP-UP is a program that finds internships for Minneapolis residents. STEP-UP is currently taking applications for students interested in participating for the program during the coming summer. All applications are due Feb 16.

STEP-UP open to applicants for summer internships

Izzy Leviton February 11, 2018

According to Kelsey Massey, Youth Services Associate for STEP-UP and alumni of the program, STEP-UP is a program that pairs applicants with paid internships for the summer.    “STEP-UP as a whole...

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