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The Rubicon

The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

The Rubicon

The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

The Rubicon

MAKE A CHANGE. There is so much to be thankful for and so many people to thank, so let’s replace complaining with thankfulness.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Drop the attitude for gratitude

RubicOnline Staff March 18, 2025
So much work is put into taking care of students and the school. Show some gratitude.
SEEKING A STATEMENT. The SPA administration has not yet addressed President Donald Trump’s series of anti-DEI executive orders, leaving the community uncertain about the school’s stance. A transparent statement from the school would clarify that diversity remains a value of the community and will be protected at SPA.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Reaffirm commitment to diversity to uphold values

The Rubicon Staff March 9, 2025
A statement would provide clarity, reassurance and transparency.
TIME FOR COMMUNITY. Community building happens in clubs. Yet, clubs have met only once in two months. Clubs have been tossed aside due to constant schedule changes when clubs should be prioritized more.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Prioritizing clubs will build community

RubicOnline Staff February 28, 2025
Student groups have met only once in two months due to constant schedule change. Clubs deserve a consistent place in the schedule.
PERSONAL POLITICS. Current events are on the minds of many in the community, making it important that students have space to share their thoughts. Implementing these conversations into class time would provide a natural and comfortable outlet for discussion.

Current events discussions belong in the classroom

The Rubicon Staff February 15, 2025
In a polarized political climate, students should have a place in the classroom to share their thought.
UNTOLD STORIES. Realities of the LA fires are buried under misinformation and celebrity stories. Let's shift more attention to those heavily impacted.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Substance over sensation: point the camera where it matters

RubicOnline Staff January 27, 2025
Imbalanced attention takes away from the realities of the CA wildfires.
INCOME IGNORANCE. Socioeconomic status is overlooked in conversations about diversity. Avoiding these discussions can lead to assumptions about opportunities and access that are unhelpful at best, and damaging at times.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Ignored identity: socioeconomic diversity is worth a conversation

The Rubicon Staff January 22, 2025
Be self-aware and understanding when discussing money.
GOTCHA. Rage bait content spreads hate and profits off of angry reactions. Understand rage bait so one can recognize and avoid it.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Don’t let rage bait poison your mindset

RubicOnline Staff December 14, 2024
Realize that rage bait profits off anger. Here is how to avoid it.
INPUT IGNORED. The implementation of the new phone-free policy, despite overwhelmingly negative feedback from students, has contributed to a loss of trust in the administration. In order to repair this relationship, the administration must show that they value student voices and use the data collected in surveys when considering policies.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Phone policy reveals disregard of student input, lack of trust in admin

The Rubicon Staff November 30, 2024
No-phone-vember left minimal space for student opinion.
ANALYSIS WITH AN AGENDA. In the midst of No-phone-vember and following an assembly where students were presented slideshows of data, many feel the graphs misrepresented the student survey responses.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Clear as mud: a call for data transparency

RubicOnline Staff November 16, 2024
Sharing the raw data from student surveys, rather than nitpicked interpretations, allows students to generate their own interpretations and understandings of the school.
LOOK AROUND. Attending cultural events means living the value of community and is an opportunity to learn about your peers.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Create time to show up for cultural events

RubicOnline Staff October 31, 2024
Students and teachers play a critical part in creating a culturally aware community.
ACCOMMODATIONS, NOT ADVANTAGES. Neurodivergence is often misunderstood in the learning environment. Students may contribute intentionally or unintentionally to this culture by stigmatizing students who use extended time or other arrangements.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Misunderstood, stigmatized: more neurodivergence awareness needed

The Rubicon Staff October 29, 2024
Anywhere identity is discussed, neurodivergence must fit into the conversation.
COMMUNITY VALUES. Administrators, teachers and students should put in the work to reflect the new five school values: community, purpose, kindness, excellence and belonging.

[STAFF EDITORIAL] Let the new values shape your heart and mind

RubicOnline Staff September 25, 2024
The new values are Community, Excellence, Belonging, Kindness and Purpose. Amidst the change, community, as a value, remains.
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