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Commissioner of Education Karla Eslinger speaks during a State Board of Education meeting. Photo by Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent.

Missouri education department says state funding for school year is $100 million short

By Annelise Hanshaw, Missouri Independent September 16, 2024

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is asking for over $174 million in supplemental funding for this school year after receiving $1 billion less in appropriations compared to...

The Lindbergh High Schools boys soccer team.

Oakville High alum takes charge of Lindbergh soccer, aiming to build championship culture

By Jeremy Housewright, For the Call September 9, 2024

Jake Pittroff is ready to take the reins as head coach of the Lindbergh boys soccer program. The Flyers program is coming off a third-place finish in the state tournament last season and Pittroff seems...

South County twirlers triumph on national stage

South County twirlers triumph on national stage

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter September 7, 2024

This year has been a big year for baton twirling in schools across South County The Mehlville Majorettes were crowned the 2024 National High School Halftime Champions for their routine “Barbie” at...

The Lindbergh High School varsity League of Legends team. Photo courtesy of Lindbergh Schools.

LHS League of Legends esports team wins state championship in its third year

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter September 6, 2024

After finishing the regular season undefeated, the Lindbergh High School varsity League of Legends esports team  – made up of students Thinh Ngo, Nick Wightman, Tony Polesel, Patrick Adams, Biraj Pokhrel,...

Lutheran South student shines in Muny debut

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter September 6, 2024

For as long as she can remember, Lutheran South senior AnnaKait Peters-Bahkou has been immersed in the world of theater. “She was four, almost five, and said, ‘I want to do this for the rest of...

Despite training away from home, the Mehlville boys swim team is determined to compete and make the most of the season. Photo courtesy of the Mehlville School District

MHS swim faces unique challenges in 2024

By Stephen Glover, For the Call August 30, 2024

A team without a home is one of the biggest obstacles that the Mehlville boys’ swimming and diving team will have to overcome, as the pool on campus is undergoing extensive renovations. The Panthers...

Led by returning seniors and promising sophomores, the Mehlville girls tennis team is eager to make their mark this season. Photo courtesy of the Mehlville School District.

MHS girls tennis embraces fresh start

By Stephen Glover, For the Call August 30, 2024

With a combination of veterans and new faces to the game, the Mehlville girls tennis team is ready for the season to begin. “This is kind of a fresh start,” Mehlville head coach Jill Wojewuczki...

With key seniors returning and a strong core, Mehlville softball is poised for a winning season in 2024. Photo courtesy of the Mehlville School District.

Mehlville softball eyes district playoff run

By Stephen Glover, For the Call August 30, 2024

With a solid core of returning seniors, the Mehlville girls softball team is focused on a winning season and a run through the district playoffs. “We didn’t graduate anyone, so we return our core...

Despite their youth, the Mehlville Panthers soccer team is focused on building confidence and competing for a district title this season. Photo courtesy of the Mehlville School District.

Young Mehlville soccer team aims high with district final aspirations

By Jeremy Housewright, For the Call August 30, 2024

Despite being young, the Mehlville High School Panthers soccer squad has some lofty goals for the 2024 season. “Our team goal is to be in the District Final for a chance to play until one team is...

Mehlville boys cross country is determined to build on last year’s progress and make a mark this season. Photo courtesy of the Mehlville School District.

Mehlville boys cross country focused on improvement and strong performances

By Stephen Glover, For the Call August 29, 2024

As the 2024 cross country season begins,  the Mehlville boys cross country team is determined to improve on last year’s 14th-place finish at the Missouri Class 5, District 1 championships. “We...

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