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Staning at the foot of the 19-foot bronze statue of Jefferson, juniors Dasha Arnold, Amelia Lewis and Oliva Eres pose for a photo at the Jefferson Memorial. (Photo courtesy of Amelia Lewis)

From Classroom to Capitol Hill

Kyra Welton, Cecilia Fazio and Vera Ewing January 24, 2025

Eight students and two chaperones traded textbooks for the historic stage as they witnessed the Inauguration of the forty-seventh president, Donald Trump. Students attended the Close Up Foundations...

Returning from an Eco field trip, eighth grade Arlo English eats at Burger King after a two hour delay due to a bus breakdown.

Culture Shock

Charlie Cheatham, Reporter January 24, 2025

As the new school year began, freshman Arlo English took a leap of faith, trading the cozy confines of The College School for the bustling halls. Despite the initial culture shock, English found his footing.  Though...

Hear our why

Staff, Reporter January 23, 2025

Students enroll in the News Writing class to learn the basics of storytelling. In the second semester, they apply these skills by contributing to the national award-winning Globe newspaper. Hear students...

Born in the USA: The Debate Over Birthright Citizenship

Adam Watson and Nicholas Perrin January 23, 2025

In this episode of Simplifying the State, Adam and Nicholas break down the history and significance of birthright citizenship in the United States—and what its fate may be. Tune in as they explore how...

Kim Zustiak poses with her younger sister after finishing a Go St. Louis half-marathon in 2010. Inspired by her sister, she trained for months for that moment. "That was just a really good day, because that was the first one I ever did," Zustiak said.  "I achieved the goal that I had set out to do, and I actually smashed that goal."

Step-by-Step, State by State

Connor Riley, Podcaster January 22, 2025

While many know Kim Zustiak as the speech and debate coach, fewer know her goal of conquering a half marathon in every state nationwide. Her journey began in St. Louis in 2010, and she's been chasing this...

JV team member Annabelle Olsen waits for the ball during an away game. Olsen was a starting offense player and the JV captain. "I wanted to always be able to instruct my team if needed, but also be aware of their game plan," Olsen said.

From Injury to Inspiration

Iris Eckrich, Reporter January 21, 2025

Playing field hockey has been an escape for freshman Annabelle Olsen since sixth grade. When she came to high school and got the chance to play on the varsity team, it motivated her athletic journey.  “I...

Rowing Club teammate Audrey Burger poses next to Juliette Springer at the Haxton Ohio race. The team placed sixth out of 16; in the previous race, they placed fourth. "[After] the race was over, I felt very relieved because of how nervous I was before the race. I also felt proud because I did better then I thought I was going to do," Springer said.

Continuing a Family Legacy

Izzy Pratl, Reporter January 18, 2025

Always looking up to her older sister's success in rowing, freshman Juliette Springer strived to be just like them. Her mom rowed in college, her oldest sister rows for Wisconsin, and her middle sister...

Sophomore Ellison Lutzeler and his family at a relatives wedding, at the Jewel Box, April 20. (photo courtesy of Ellison Lutzeler)

Embracing a Mixed Heritage

Vera Ewing, Reporter January 16, 2025

Sophomore Ellison Lutzler, a student of mixed descent, has learned valuable lessons from the challenges faced by his Ethiopian grandmother and biracial mother. Through these family experiences, Lutzeler...

Sophomore Gabi Zielinska. (Photo courtesy of Gabi Zielinska)

From Poland to a New Life

Cecilia Fazio, Reporter January 15, 2025

Sophomore Gabriela Zielinska never would have guessed that in a year, she would have completely uprooted herself and crossed the borders out of her home country, making the 13-hour flight to the U.S.  Zielinska...

The All-In Coalition marches in the 2022 Homecoming Parade. The students spent the morning decorating the car and threw out frisbees and candy in the parade. ¨[I wanted to] go to the parade [to] get to know everyone better and find common interests besides wanting to combat teen substance abuse,¨ freshman Olivia Lin (pictured left holding the banner) said.

All-In Director Lili Schliesser Moves On

Katherine M. Strait, Reporter January 14, 2025

In the heart of Clayton, a dedicated community is making waves in the fight against substance abuse. Led by Lili Schliesser, the All-In Coalition is not just a prevention program—it is a community of...

Zoe Baldwin plays at the Odyssey pre-collegiate concerto competition. At the winners competition, Baldwin played the Bach Triple. "It was fun to play with my friends in a triple [violin] concerto," Baldwin said. Photo Courtesy of Zoe Baldwin

Tuning Into Success

Luke Jeans, Reporter January 13, 2025

University City sophomore Zoe Baldwin opted to attend Clayton High School after interacting with CHS students in music programs through the St. Louis Youth Orchestra. Baldwin felt that the orchestra program...

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