Jazzfest Season!
Sophia Sonnier, Echoes Writer
April 1, 2019
Filed under Entertainment, Leisure & Lifestyle
Earlier this year, the Jazz Fest lineup was announced, and it had something for everyone! The festival has over 100 different bands and artists playing so even people with the most obscure musical tastes will be sure to enjoy it. Headliners include the Rolling Stones, Kasimi Washington, Logi...
Behind the Lucky Irish: St. Patrick’s Day
Destiny Sanders, Echoes Writer
April 1, 2019
Filed under Entertainment, Faith, Holiday
Most people don’t know anything about St. Patrick’s Day except to wear green so you don’t get pinched. But there's more to it than that! The History Network explains that St. Patrick’s Day is recognized on March 17 every year to honor the death of Saint Patrick, the patron Saint of Ireland....
Echoes Reviews: Us
Ella Clouatre, Echoes Writer
April 1, 2019
Filed under Entertainment, Movies
Do you like scary movies? Then the new horror film Us might be something to go and see in theatres. This thriller was directed and produced by Jordan Peele and was just released on March 22nd. The box office has already made millions on this movie and is still rising in the numbers. The movie star...
Doin’ It Smaller: Anthony Davis to Leave Pelicans?
Destiny Sanders, Echoes Writer
February 28, 2019
Filed under Entertainment, Sports
Since Pelicans power forward and center Anthony Davis has announced his desire to be traded to another NBA team, what does that mean for the Pelicans? Instead of saying “Do It Bigger,” Pels fans are thinking that we are “Doin' It Smaller.” Even though Davis will be a free agent in July 2020,...
Review: Super Bowl Halftime Show Disappoints Some Spongebob Fans
Alyssa Trahant, Echoes Writer
February 26, 2019
Filed under Entertainment, Opinions
On February 3rd, 2019, the NFL hosted its annual Super Bowl game in Atlanta. As usual, football fans were anticipating the event, but many other non-sports fans enjoy tuning in for the halftime show—especially since the Saints weren't playing. The 2019 Super Bowl show featured Maroon 5 and guest appearances...
Humble of Heart: Gym Day 2019
January 23, 2019
Filed under Entertainment, News, Student Life
On Friday, January 11 the big day had finally arrived. The entire school has been preparing for GYM DAY—a day of games and spirited fun. The day began with a prayer centering on the theme HUMBLE OF HEART, a theme that the girls would emulate throughout all the activities of the day. At the ma...
Five Quick & Cute Halloween Costume Ideas
Audrey Reynaud, Co-Editor in Chief
October 15, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Holiday, Leisure & Lifestyle, Student Life
Halloween can be stressful, especially trying to figure out what to dress up as without spending too much money! Here are five cheap, easy, and cute Halloween costume ideas! Cat Lady All you need to be a cat lady is a sweater and a stuffed cat to carry around! You could even add some glasses and then you have...
Halloween Baking: Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
Eve Charbonnet, Staff Writer
October 15, 2018
Filed under Cooking & Baking, Entertainment, Holiday, Leisure & Lifestyle
Halloween is only a few weeks away! To prep for the spookiest holiday of the year, I tried out a Halloween recipe. It’s a super fun recipe: Peanut Butter Spider Cookies that I got off of www.allrecipes.com. Keep reading if you want to know more! First, get the following list of ingredients: peanut butter, brown sugar, ...
Battle of the Books Versus the Movies!
Raleigh Lusignan, Staff Writer
October 15, 2018
Filed under Books, Entertainment, Movies
There is one question that fans can never decide on. Which was better - the book or movie? Sometimes movies can leave out iconic scenes from books, but sometimes the book doesn’t give you as much insight into the character as the movie may. It’s time for you to be the judge of that! Shrek! ...
BTS Taking Over the Music Industry?
Olivia Piazza, Echoes Secretary
October 15, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Music
BTS, aka Bangtan Sonyeondan, is undoubtedly the most famous KPOP group as of 2018—in both Korea and in the United States! What is KPOP? It's Korean pop music, but as BTS shows, the music is actually universal. BTS has seven members: RM, Jin, J-Hope, Jimin, V, Suga, and Jungkook. Throughout the past...
Spotlight on MCA Faculty & Staff: What was your first concert? Part Two
April 4, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Music, Teacher Spotlight
Music is a big part of our lives, but can you guess your teachers’ first concerts? We asked our faculty and staff to tell us about their first experiences! We had so many great responses that this is the second part! We featured the first half in February. Read on for all their great stories. Aimee Gerrets First Concert: New Ki...
Spotlight on MCA Faculty & Staff: What was your first concert? Part One
February 2, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Feature, Leisure & Lifestyle, Music, News, Teacher Spotlight
Music is a big part of our lives, but can you guess your teachers' first concerts? We asked our faculty and staff to tell us about their first experiences! We had so many great responses that this is only half; stay tuned for next month when we feature the other half of our answers. Read on for all their...