‘Tis the season to go shopping…the mall parking lot is packed and the stores are decked out for the holiday season. To help you with your Christmas consumerism, The Echo has compiled a gift-giving guide to aid you in your shopping pursuits. Happy holidays! For the Sports Fan: If they’re into athletics, get your friend... »
Archive for December 18th, 2009
Scholastic Bowl
One of Urbana High School’s newest teams, Scholastic Bowl, got off to a successful start, after Varsity placed seventh and JV came in first at the Big 12 Tournament. The meet was held Saturday, December 12 at Cenntennial High School in Champaign. Other schools that attended the tournament included MacAurther, Cenntennial, Mattoon, Central, Bloomington and Normal West.... »
Winter Assembly Surprise
This year the winter assembly ended with a huge surprise. To the students amazement, a number of teachers came out to sing a play instruments for the school. “The Staff singing and playing was awesome, “ said Junior Jasmine White. The winter assembly was a fun way to end the week before break. The winter assembly... »
Concert Choir
For a moment you feel like you have escaped the ordinary and the everyday. This is what an audience of Urbana High School’s Concert Choir would experience if they have been to one of the choir’s performances. With a great attitude, hard work, energy and enough enthusiasm, concert choir students really showcased their talents in singing... »
Boys Wrestling
The UHS wrestling team has set high goals this year, including winning twin city, Big 12 and have more team wins then loses. With head Coach Charles Trabaris and Assistant Coach Mike Martin the team hopes to meet these goals. Even though the team lost six seniors, including Caleb Blaney, who made it to the... »