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William Becker (11) dribbles across the court during their game Jan. 20 against Parkway West. Becker scored a season high of 36 points.
An Iron Will
Ellie Lercher, Staffer • April 14, 2026
William Edwards works in his woodworking and construction innovation classes. He has been teaching these courses at Ladue for three years after substitute teaching in schools around St. Louis, and brings a unique sense of project-based teaching to the classroom. “I feel very strongly about this type of thinking and learning,” Edwards said. “It teaches us to be teachers and team builders. Working in groups allows us to understand each other and realize the power in team work. Everyone brings something to the group, and the combination of these skills become the glue and synergy that makes the group succeed.”
From the Ground Up
Sydney Gao, Staffer • April 9, 2026
Charlie Fan (9) gives a practice speech after school. Talking Rams holds speech and debate practice four days of the week. “I would say I spend seven to eight hours a week on debate,” Fan said. “It depends on the week though. Like the week before tournament, everyone locks in, and that’s why Ladue is really good.”
Defying the Odds
Emery Mao, Staffer • March 9, 2026
Linnea Nystrom (10) guides her crew back to the boathouse at the end of practice Feb. 24 at Creve Coeur Lake. This was Nystrom’s first season as a part of the St. Louis Rowing Club after moving from New York City, and prior to that, living in California. “Theres a lot of interpreting what [coach- es] want you to do or say,” Nystrom said. “You have to know them really well to know what they would want you to do in a specific situation. Especially on race days when they’re not going to be there the whole time. You need to take charge and emulate what they would want.”
Rising Tide
Elsa Flores-Tamayo, Staffer • March 4, 2026
Kyra Siegel (11) poses in an outfit comprised entirely from thrifted clothes and handmade jewelry. Kyra has spent years building a collection of jewelry pieces. "All of my necklaces are handmade," Kyra said. "The silver chain is my mother's and she used to wear it every day. I put a lot of effort into making and designing the blue necklace, and it's one I'm very proud of."
Vibrant by Design
Josie Stout, Features Editor • February 26, 2026
Sophia Anton (12) volunteers with NHS, packaging food at Operation Food Search Jan. 22. She obtained over 40 volunteer hours in the past year, which inspired her to apply for NHS president. “My role as president is to set expectations and cycles for the new year,” Sophia said. “One of my really big expectations and goals has been to introduce volunteer opportunities that are meaningful and help people in really urgent need.”
Serving Others
Claire Zhang, Staffer • February 5, 2026
Miriam Gewirtz talks with a colleague while working on her schedule in her office at Old Bonhomme Elementary School. A workday has usually consisted of working with 10 to 14 students. “[A] big thing we work on is sensory motor skills,” Gewirtz said. “What that includes is a child’s ability to self-regulate and remain attentive throughout the day.”
It’s the little things that matter
Aaron Lin, Associate Editor • February 5, 2026
Jo Gyawali (12) acts as a toy soldier doll during Clara’s Christmas party scene. This was Gyawali’s seventh Nutcracker. “I really like being in front of an audience,” Gyawali said.
To the Pointe
Victoria Derdoy, Health & Sports Editor • December 9, 2025
Riding the Limit
Riding the Limit
Emily Pan, Coverage Editor • December 8, 2025
Game Changer
Game Changer
Josie Stout, Features Editor • November 10, 2025
Ian Rodrigues (9) holds a phone, showcasing his app, Chess Cardinals. He began creating this platform in June to help with the online organization of the nonprofit. “I got involved with the Chess Cardinals because I felt like this could really change how the organization operated altogether, while also helping Ben [Nair], the director,” Rodrigues said. “The app is really sending a message out there, informing the people of this nonprofit promoting chess. {I wanted] to get it out to an actual community, and make it something you can see with your own eyes.”
Making a Move
Sydney Gao, Staffer • November 7, 2025
Aidan Antony (11) looks through a microscope in Allen Weltig’s room. Aidan and other Ladue High School students have worked in the Antony Lab over the summer as interns. “The process would be similar because you still get to do research,” Aidan said. “But there would be more shadowing.” (photo by Sarmistha Pulagam)
Lab Endeavors
Emily Pan, Coverage Editor • November 3, 2025
At College
Jane Scheffel, News Editor • November 3, 2025
Staff Katie Heuer poses for a picture in her classroom. Heuer's students picked out a festive option to get into spooky season on Oct. 15."[My students] chose ghost toast for this week," Heuer said.
Special School District Department creates fun opportunities for students
Emily Pan, Coverage Editor • October 21, 2025
She Means Business
She Means Business
Gabriella Beltranena, Staffer • September 29, 2025
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