e-Post Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is e-Post? The electronic edition of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch containing an exact digital replica of the printed newspaper, including all news stories, photos and in-paper ads.
  2. Can I see the e-Post before ordering? You can test drive the e-Post here.
  3. What are the benefits of an electronic edition? You and your students will now be able to:
    • Search the entire newspaper by keyword.
    • Print, e-mail or save specific photos or news items.
    • Search back issues of the Post-Dispatch for up to 30-days.
    • Access the newspaper 24/7 from any computer.
  4. Can I still receive printed (hard-copy) newspapers? Only teachers within our delivery area with a regular (paid) school year order will still receive the printed edition. Visit our Current Programs page for an order form.
  5. How do I access the e-Post? How can I use e-Post in my classroom without everyday computer access for all of my students? In addition to being able to log onto the electronic edition from virtually any computer with Internet access, online content can be shared with your students via a SmartBoard or LCD projector, which would require access to only one computer. You can also print and distribute copies of newspaper articles as needed.
  6. How can I order e-Post? Visit our Current Programs page for links to our online order forms.
  7. What if my classroom computer doesn't have Internet access, has limited broadband width, or isn't connected to a printer? No extra software or downloads are required, so the e-Post is easily accessed with either a broadband or dial-up connection. Also, you and your students can access your e-Post subscription online from home, at the library or anywhere with computer and Internet access. Articles and materials can also be printed, e-mailed or saved, making the NIE program more convenient and portable than ever before.
  8. How can I afford to print and copy articles for all of my students, with my limited budget? While we understand that printing and copying e-Post articles may mean a greater investment at the school level, these materials are generally well received by students and teachers alike. And in fact, printed materials can be shared among students, and even among classrooms.