By Lili-Claire Nichols Imagine this: darkness surrounds you like a heavy blanket. People are packed like sardines, the excitement buzzing in the air. Bam! A light shines on the stage, and the crowd roars with approval. The well-crafted set is presented like a prized pony to judges at an English riding competition. It’s a ten... Continue Reading →
Rylee’s Guide to Pilgrimage
By Rylee Cason As a first-timer at this year's Pilgrimage festival, I had no idea what to expect. If you're a music lover and social butterfly, this is the event for you. With an amazing lineup including Chris Stapleton, Brandi Carlile, John Batiste, Elle King, and more, there was truly something for everyone. The best... Continue Reading →
Meet the new Editors
Hi! I’m Sydney! I’ve been onThe Echo staff since freshman year, and I’m so excited to finally be your editor. I have a passion for journalism and plan to explore it in college. My main focus throughout my Echo career has been writing about everything from social justice to pop culture and happenings on campus.... Continue Reading →
Hoco Dos and Don’ts with Sydney and the Seniors
By Sydney Carroll Homecoming is a stressful time of year. You need an outfit, dinner reservations, pictures, plans -- who has time for all that? So, if this is your first Homecoming, or you just feel like you didn’t nail it last year (because let’s be honest, who did?), join my senior friends and me... Continue Reading →
Golf and Volleyball Update: Prepare for Postseason
By: Ella McLay With the multitude of fall sports that are still ongoing, golf and volleyball have made their way toward the end of their seasons. Golf recently competed in the district tournament and had a very successful turnout. The boys golf team placed first in the district, and the girls golf team placed second... Continue Reading →
Video Game Review: Spider-Man
By Walker Kesler My Ranking System ⅕ Terrible: Could not in good conscience recommend this game to anyone. Usually given to games that are rendered unplayable to countless bugs or just bad design. ⅖ Bad: It may have a few redeeming qualities, but overall it's not a fun game. Plagued with many design problems, but... Continue Reading →
Visual Arts Updates
By Jordan Collins The visual arts scene has had a strong start as the year has kicked off. The September photo competition has come to a close and the photographs will be shown in the CAE. The Scholastic Arts Competition is another great way to get involved in art competitions. Arts in all domains are... Continue Reading →
Reality Tea-V #1: AGT and The Bachelorette
By Chloe Wright I’m baaaack! I have decided to step it up this year with my articles for The Echo. Now, I’m adding a little something special to it … tea reviews! Tea on TV, tea in my mug. What more can a girl want? Well, our standards will be high after reading my section... Continue Reading →
The New Team on the Block: BGA’s Dance Program
By Anna Sgarbi Calling all dancers! That’s right, believe it or not, BGA has finally added a dance team to perform at basketball games. Introduced to the Wildcats in May of 2022, the dance team is up and running. Led by Elizabeth Amoroso, or “Coach Liz'', the team has been practicing after school and is... Continue Reading →
Interview with Campbell Slaughter: 2022 Class Officer President
Interviewee: Campbell Slaughter, rising class president Interviewer: Sophie Bruff Date: April 23, 2021 Attendees: SB = Sophie Bruff (interviewer), CS = Campbell Slaughter (interviewee) Responses were lightly edited for length and clarity. SB: Congratulations for winning the election! CS: Thanks. SB: What is your favorite thing about BGA? CS: The way you’re able to make... Continue Reading →
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