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EMAIL SECOND. Principal Minnie Lee sent out a school-wide email detailing pertussis symptoms and encouraging families to stay alert by contacting their health professionals if needed.
Whooping cough outbreak prompts immediate admin action
November 21, 2024
[The 5] Biden's inflation act, Alaskan town with no light, US airplanes shot in Haiti and more
[The 5] Biden’s inflation act, Alaskan town with no light, US airplanes shot in Haiti and more
November 17, 2024
ACKNOWLEDGING THE PAST. President Joe Biden was the first president to offers an apology for the trauma that was caused by the U.S. government abusing Native Americans. (Carter Marks via NSPA Campaign Photo Exchange)
President Biden apologies for pain and trauma caused by boarding schools
November 17, 2024
CLUB FUN. Ninth grader Louise Mahoney and junior Nora McKoy chat at the Community Action Service club
Club leaders strive to appeal to exploring 9th-graders
November 15, 2024
IN THE SPOTLIGHT. All eight ninth-grade competitors stand on stage, ready to graph match. Former champions form a panel on the right. The reigning champions served to provide “color commentary,” Hovan said.
Greatest graph-matching competition ever: Burns becomes the champion of champions
November 14, 2024
SALUTE OUR TROOPS. Celebrate the Veterans of SPA and beyond.
Never Forget: A Call to Honor Our Veterans
November 22, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
Elon Musk wants your health data. Seriously.
November 22, 2024
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
November 16, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
Oasis: AI generated Minecraft?
November 15, 2024
TREASURE TROVE. Ocean exploration has benefited humanity from medicine to predicting severe weather.
From climate change to cures, ocean exploration deserves more investment
November 14, 2024
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
November 16, 2024
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
October 31, 2024
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
October 29, 2024
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
September 25, 2024
INSPIRE ACTION. Land Acknowledgments serve to spread awareness about the Indigenous communities that inhabited this land and remind listeners of Indigenous peoples’ ongoing presence. Students have a responsibility to take these Land Acknowledgments seriously and advocate for further restorative actions.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Land Acknowledgments are more than just empty words
September 24, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
Elon Musk wants your health data. Seriously.
November 22, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
Oasis: AI generated Minecraft?
November 15, 2024
ANXIETY. Many feel anxious about the election because the outcome could impact their lives significantly. However, it is important to remember you can take steps to care for your well-being.
[POLITICAL PULSE] Be mindful of mental health this election season
November 1, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
Hearing Health: Apple’s AirPods become clinical hearing aids and… concert earplugs?
November 1, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
Big brother is always watching… your television?
October 25, 2024
New phone policy ignores student perspectives
New phone policy ignores student perspectives
October 3, 2024
There are healthier ways to find value in life than thinking about death
There are healthier ways to find value in life than thinking about death
December 5, 2023
No longer a bystander
No longer a bystander
November 29, 2023
Bring more awareness to seasonal depression
Bring more awareness to seasonal depression
November 4, 2023
Community time worth more than passing time
Community time worth more than passing time
October 5, 2023
SHARING A SMILE. St.Pierre laughs with his father. Photo submitted by Eugene St. Pierre.
St.Pierre brings craftsmanship to school community
November 21, 2024
GLOBAL RESEARCH. As a part of her research, Boemler visited Cambridge England in 2018 to look at books in the Kings College Library (Submitted photo from Anne Boemler).
[DISCUSSING THE DISSERATION] Ep. 1 Dr. Boemler
November 20, 2024
READY AIM FIRE. Sophomore Charlie Zakaib draws his bow back, getting ready to shoot (Submitted by Charlie Zakaib)
Charlie Zakaib perfects the art of hunting
November 19, 2024
UGGS. Whether one finds their favorite shoes through social media or DSW, every shoe is unique to their owner.
Stepping through memories: the stories our shoes tell
November 18, 2024
Sophomore Audrey Peltier pictured after her accident with her Grandma in 2015.
Whether caretaker or kid, students share adventures in babysitting
November 7, 2024
Listeners swim through the tumultuous waves of adulthood with Tyler on his eighth studio album. Fair use image by Colombia Records.
[ALBUM REVIEW] Top tracks from Tyler, The Creator’s ‘Chromakopia’
November 22, 2024
BRILLIANT BLOCKING. The Our Town cast demonstrates their blocking process early in the first act to the onlooking SPA donors.
Donor event invites theater fans to behind the scenes experience
November 21, 2024
WHERE'S WILLY? Mickey's Diner by Willy, the sister to the well-known downtown St. Paul location, is conveniently situated a mere 6-minute drive from school and right across from Crosby Farm Regional Park.
[AROUND TOWN] Mickey’s Diner by Willy serves up retro food and feels
November 19, 2024
CHRISTMAS SCARES. Art the Clown embraces the Christmas theme of the third Terrifier film, donning a Santa suit and hat for most of the movie. (Screen capture from “TERRIFIER 3 Official Trailer (2024) Red band” by Movie Trailers Source on YouTube.)
[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] “Terrifier 3:” shocking gore and shockingly bad filmmaking
November 7, 2024
WATER IS LIFE. The audio tour frequently talks about the importance of water and the river to the Dakota. The river is considered a spirit and the falls are sacred. "No one can destroy what is sacred," a narrator says.
New self-guided audio tour brings Dakota presence back to St. Anthony Falls
November 6, 2024
Listeners swim through the tumultuous waves of adulthood with Tyler on his eighth studio album. Fair use image by Colombia Records.
[ALBUM REVIEW] Top tracks from Tyler, The Creator’s ‘Chromakopia’
November 22, 2024
CHRISTMAS SCARES. Art the Clown embraces the Christmas theme of the third Terrifier film, donning a Santa suit and hat for most of the movie. (Screen capture from “TERRIFIER 3 Official Trailer (2024) Red band” by Movie Trailers Source on YouTube.)
[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] “Terrifier 3:” shocking gore and shockingly bad filmmaking
November 7, 2024
ONSTAGE VILLAIN. The creator and star actor of All The Devils are Here, Patrick Page, takes the stage in his exploration of Shakespeares protrayal of the villain. Page monologues in a scene of Hamlet where Claudius griefs that he murders his brother and whether he can be forgiven or not. All the Devils Are Here runs at the Guthrie until Nov. 17. (Press Release Photo: The Guthrie Theater)
[THEATER REVIEW] Devils offers a veracious exploration of villiany
October 31, 2024
EIC'S BIRB. The Rubicon Editor-in-chief Annie Zhang uses Finch daily. Her birb revels in the abundance of accessories Zhang has collected.
[APP REVIEW] Stop scrolling; Finch makes self-care fun, easy and cute
October 27, 2024
WHERE ARE YOU? The climax of Halloween features Michael Myers (Nick Castle) and Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) engaged in a cat-and-mouse chase (image from Compass International Pictures).
[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] Halloween (1978): The Horror Standard
October 26, 2024
EN-GARDE. Junior Rowan Moore competes in fencing match and strikes their opponent.
Fencing 101: putting on whites with Rowan Moore
November 19, 2024
WINGS OUT. Gjerde flies through the water, completing the first 25 yards out of 100 in her event.
Adele Gjerde shines at state for her final high school swim meet
November 17, 2024
ITS OFFICIAL. Sawyer Bollinger Danielson signs her National Letter of Intent to play Division One soccer at the University of Minnesota.
Signing Day: Sawyer Bollinger Danielson commits to the University of Minnesota
November 15, 2024
GO LONG. Jesse Wussler throws a side arm throw past the rushing Juan Miguel Adams.
Ultimate Frisbee Club keeps passion alive in the off-season
November 14, 2024
STATE BOUND. Avi Coleman dives into the water and secures her place on and the state competition.
Sparks athletes swim to state in the 6AA section meet
November 10, 2024
WINGS OUT. Gjerde flies through the water, completing the first 25 yards out of 100 in her event.
Adele Gjerde shines at state for her final high school swim meet
November 17, 2024
ITS OFFICIAL. Sawyer Bollinger Danielson signs her National Letter of Intent to play Division One soccer at the University of Minnesota.
Signing Day: Sawyer Bollinger Danielson commits to the University of Minnesota
November 15, 2024
STATE BOUND. Avi Coleman dives into the water and secures her place on and the state competition.
Sparks athletes swim to state in the 6AA section meet
November 10, 2024
KEEP ON GOING. Spark Swimmers compete to beat their competitors.
Sparks swim and dive dominates at final regular season meet
November 7, 2024
SYNC. All of the swimmers dive in sync into the water.
Sparks boast PR bonanza at conference
November 4, 2024
EN-GARDE. Junior Rowan Moore competes in fencing match and strikes their opponent.
Fencing 101: putting on whites with Rowan Moore
November 19, 2024
GOOD JOB. Captain Mikkel Rawdon goes in for a hug after freshman John Grimsrud makes his first basket of the game. “It felt good for this one to go in with everyone cheering” Grimsrud said.
Spartans win section semi final, compete in finals tonight
March 15, 2024
EN GARDE. Senior Maik Nguyen gets into position to fence his first round in Junior Men's Épée in the large gym as his friends watches from the sidelines.
SPA hosts fencing state tournament
March 10, 2024
SHARP SHOOTER. Captain Mikkel Rawdon prepares to pass during a game at the Target Center. Rawdon has tallied a high number of points during his two years playing for varsity.
The “trifecta” is completed: Mikkel Rawdon reaches 1,000 points
March 6, 2024
How do winter athletes stay healthy?
How do winter athletes stay healthy?
March 5, 2024
GAME TIME. The game's first faceoff, with sophomore Dia Chaney, after gaining possession for the Spartans.
Girls lacrosse falls 17-4 to Breck, aims to turn season around
May 20, 2024
Freshman Adem Rivers, practicing his short game at University of Minnesota Driving Range.
Golf Captain Peltier brings leadership, pride to growing team
May 14, 2024
IN PURSUIT. A Roseville player chases after a Blackhawks player trying to get the ball.
JV Blackhawks Lacrosse loses close game to Roseville
May 13, 2024
THE PRESSURE IS ON. Mckinley Garner guards Kieran Monahan, forcing one direction as he counts down the seconds Monahan has left to throw.
Spartan Ultimate glides through season with exceptional spirit
May 7, 2024
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT. Elizabeth Tuttle practices for her next meet by leaping over the hurdles. Last year, Elizabeth qualified for state after she finished in second place in the 100m and the 300m hurdles.
There is no “I” in Track
May 6, 2024
[MIC’D UP] Adele Gjerde glides through the season
November 19, 2024
Winter sports: pumped and ready
Winter sports: pumped and ready
November 13, 2024
Girls basketball channels unity and positivity at captains practice
Girls basketball channels unity and positivity at captains practice
November 11, 2024
[TRENDING] Ep. 2 Students reflect on Trump's victory
[TRENDING] Ep. 2 Students reflect on Trump’s victory
November 6, 2024
Lucy Lowman shares her journey on the girls varsity soccer team
Lucy Lowman shares her journey on the girls varsity soccer team
November 2, 2024
[TRENDING] Ep. 2 Students reflect on Trump's victory
[TRENDING] Ep. 2 Students reflect on Trump’s victory
November 6, 2024
BEHIND THE MOVIES. The Rubicon A&E editor, Peter Ostrem, has been writing monthly movie reviews for his beat since last September. Now, he's leveling up his trademark "Off-screen With Ostrem," expanding from one review per month to two. This year, he’ll dive into both a nostalgic classic and a fresh release each month.
[STORY BEHIND THE STORY] The Off-screen experience of “Off-Screen With Ostrem”
October 22, 2024
SECURITY SEAMUS. Security Account Manager Seamus Glewwe works on his laptop in the Huss security office. This is his sixth year on the job. He believes the community doesn't know how much time security spends protecting people's cars. "We're noticing people parked in a no parking zone and [that] they're going to get towed. We're noticing that on a snow emergency day, they parked on the wrong side of the road, and we're sending emails and letting people know," Glewwe said.
Behind the desks: Glewwe gives a behind-the-scenes look into the security team
October 11, 2024
[TRENDING] Ep. 1 Fantasy football with Jacob Colton
[TRENDING] Ep. 1 Fantasy football with Jacob Colton
October 10, 2024
INVOLVED CITIZEN. Junior William Hanna poses with with their "Vote Betty!" sign. Hanna spent this summer volunteering for the Congresswoman Betty McCollum's campaign.
Students get involved this election season and share their opinions
September 30, 2024
[MIC’D UP] Adele Gjerde glides through the season
November 19, 2024
Girls basketball channels unity and positivity at captains practice
Girls basketball channels unity and positivity at captains practice
November 11, 2024
Lucy Lowman shares her journey on the girls varsity soccer team
Lucy Lowman shares her journey on the girls varsity soccer team
November 2, 2024
Junior Zahra Wiedmann and senior Veronica Dixon share their knowledge and opinions on the Electoral College.
What do students know about the Electoral College?
November 1, 2024
Q&A with German exchange students
Q&A with German exchange students
October 20, 2024
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Tommy Verhey

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline

Hi, my name is Tommy Verhey. I am currently the Director of RubicOnline, and have served as the Beats Manager of the RubicOnline and The Rubicon, the Sports Editor of the RubicOnline, and as a Staff Writer. I am the Co-Vice President of the Upper School Council and am President of the Argumentation Club and Sports Analytics Club. I am also the captain of the baseball team, and play on the varsity soccer and basketball teams. I can be reached at [email protected].

All content by Tommy Verhey
WOMEN IN SPORTS. Speaker Anna Goorevich focused her talk on the importance of Title IX, pay equity, and women coaching across collegiate athletics.

Anna Goorevich dives into the world of sports

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
April 28, 2023
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.

[60 SECOND NEWS] Joe Biden, MN sports, SPA spring sports

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
April 25, 2023
Even though OpenAI and chatbots influence students heavily and have become a central talking point across news outlets and social media, students should not have input in forming SPA’s AI policy.

AI academic policy: leave it to administrators

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
April 21, 2023
ALBERT EINSTEIN VS JESUS. Senior Finn Sullivan believes genius Albert Einstein and prophet Jesus Christ would be the greatest debate of all time. "I think Einstein would try to argue about Jesus walking on water, but Jesus would definitely win. Definetly," Sullivan said. Sullivan believes there are many other strong debates, but the pinnacle of science facing up against the Son of God would leave no stone unturned.

Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.

[60 SECOND NEWS] MN professional sports, school timing, spring sports

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
April 12, 2023
GOOD INGREDIENTS. When making a smoothie, it is important to focus on what tastes good and what creates a healthy, protein-rich drink. Things like yogurt, protein powder, and fruit can all help in making the perfect smoothie.

Too smooth: how to make the best smoothie

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
April 12, 2023
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.

[60 SECOND NEWS] Silicon Valley Bank collapse, March Madness, spring sports

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
March 17, 2023

The U.S. should pull out of Ukraine

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
March 17, 2023
ONE YEAR. While NATO support for Ukraine increases, the divide of allies is becoming more and more tense in the war between Russia and Ukraine.

[2 SIDES, 1 ISSUE] Debating the level of US involvement in Russia’s war on Ukraine

Tommy Verhey and Zadie Martin
March 17, 2023
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.

[60 SECOND NEWS] MLB spring training, winter weather, SPA hockey and basketball

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
February 28, 2023

Co-op sports provide connectivity, relationships between fans

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
February 26, 2023
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.

[60 SECOND NEWS] US Airspace, Super Bowl, breaks from school

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
February 13, 2023

Community engagement brings positivity and connectivity to SPA

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
February 10, 2023
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[60 SECOND NEWS] Brady’s retirement, Governor Tim Walz, One Acts, winter sports

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
February 1, 2023

My bottle, my story

Tommy Verhey, Zadie Martin, and Marius Elias Morse
February 1, 2023
BIG BLOCK. Senior Solvej Eversoll jumps and blocks a serve from the opposing team. Eversoll plays for the Northern Lights volleyball club when the high-school season is not in session.

Club sports build competitiveness, relationships, athletic success

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
January 30, 2023

[TV REVIEW] Kaleidoscope’s unique viewing experience disappoints

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
January 19, 2023
INTENTLY WATCHING. Students gather in classrooms and common areas to watch the games and root for different countries. “Every classroom should watch the World Cup because it is the biggest sporting event in the world," freshman Lam Le said. “In school, while watching this tournament, you know, it connects you with the world's best, because this is the world's game."

[Photo] Free periods fill with cheers as school streams World Cup games

Andrew Lipinsky, Staff Writer
December 9, 2022

[2 SIDES 1 ISSUE] Should in-person tests or projects be used for midterm and final exams?

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
December 5, 2022

[60 SECOND NEWS] College Football Playoff, SPA hockey and basketball

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
November 30, 2022
EN ROUTE. Keel and her teammates traveled to California for the Berkeley Math Tournament on Nov. 6.

Keel represents Minnesota at Berkeley Math Tournament

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
November 18, 2022

[60 SECOND NEWS] 2022 World Cup, winter sports, fall play

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
November 16, 2022
HELPFUL HAND. Seniors Maverick Wolff and Rio Cox help students submit their ballots. The pair was also handing out "I Voted" stickers, and instructed mock voters what to do.

Midterm mock election encourages political engagement

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
November 10, 2022

[60 SECOND NEWS] Elon Musk, Halloween, BVS and GVS Championship Hopes

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
November 3, 2022
The only way to stop the artists from these actions and posts is to stop feeding their fame.

Do fans support the art? Or the artist?

Tommy Verhey and Nelson Wodarz
November 2, 2022
The only way to stop the artists from these actions and posts is to stop feeding their fame.

Hold artists accountable for damaging actions

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
November 1, 2022

[60 SECOND NEWS] MN Governor debate, BVS and GVS succeed in championship games

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
October 19, 2022
A MOMENT TO REMEMBER. Every senior shares this expansive view into Huss as they give their senior speech.

Changes to senior speech format benefit community

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
October 7, 2022
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.

[60 SECOND NEWS] Hurricane Ian rampages Florida, measles on campus, fall sports playoffs begin

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
October 5, 2022
GOT TALENT? SAC members Aarushi Badahur and Natalie Weibel begin the talent show with a short introduction and guidelines for audience members.

[PHOTO STORY] Homecoming hype continues with annual talent show

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
September 20, 2022
Linebacker Manti Te'o helped lead the 2012 Notre Dame Football team to a 12-0 season and National Championship run. An unfortunate

[TV REVIEW] Manti Te’o’s Story: God, Country, Notre Dame, Lies, Redemption

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
September 19, 2022
GO BADGERS. Junior Cooper Olsen has grown a love for the Wisconsin Badgers Hockey Team. "I was really excited when I heard our color was red because I wanted to represent with my hoodie," Olsen said.

[Photo] Grade 9: GREEN

September 19, 2022
CLOSE COMEBACK. Junior Tysen Hayes went to the first SMB Wolfpack game of the year. Hayes said, "...and on fourth down, what do they do? Their wide receiver breaks our cornerback's ankles and gets a wide open touchdown. Then they kick the extra-point and we lost. It was a bummer."

WORK IN PROGRESS. The Wolfpack lost their first game of the season against Fridley at Blake's campus. Senior captain Brody Rindelaub said, “I think our offense needs to step up and be able to stack up some points when needed and the defense needs to keep playing like we did tonight.”

Wolfpack lose in overtime after late comeback, fall to 0-1

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
September 4, 2022
Shobin Ansite is working towards his ninth-degree black belt in taekwondo. His favorite part? “I like to hit things a lot, so that aspect is really fun. I also really enjoy sparring, which is where two people fight each other,” he said.

Ansite builds life skills with taekwondo practice

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
May 23, 2022
SEARCHING. Thrift shopping is a fun yet difficult task. Finding clothes that fit an individual's style can be very time consuming.

Thrifting provides eco-friendly and cost effective alternative to buying new

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
May 10, 2022
On Apr. 11, President Joe Biden made an official ruling on ghost guns across the U.S. Biden stated that commercial manufacturers must incorporate licenses and serial numbers, run background checks, and reserialize formerly sold firearms.

Federal government cracks down on ghost guns, continues battle on gun control

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
April 30, 2022
Stading highlights the importance of prioritizing interests for senior projects

Stading highlights the importance of prioritizing interests for senior projects

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
April 13, 2022
School ambassador recreates the tour for new students

School ambassador recreates the tour for new students

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
March 10, 2022
SEASON TWO. On Feb. 2, 2022, Rocket League Sideswipe season two was released to all mobile platforms. The season includes a new and improved Rocket Pass, improved game modes, and redesigned vehicle choices.

[GAME REVIEW] Rocket League Sideswipe scores with clean mobile gameplay, perfect graphics

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
February 20, 2022
[WHAT'S ON MY DESK?] Peltier presents clean workspace with nostalgic items

[WHAT’S ON MY DESK?] Peltier presents clean workspace with nostalgic items

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
February 18, 2022

[INSTAGRAM STORIES] What do you love?

Tommy Verhey, Zekiah Juliusson, and Clara McKoy
February 14, 2022
Senior Griffin Ziemer stands with his personal coach, holding a flag of Oregon State University. Ziemer is committed to row there in the fall of next year.

The college recruiting process requires dedication, time

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
February 9, 2022
[WHAT'S ON MY DESK?] Eversoll mixes sentimental belongings with school

[WHAT’S ON MY DESK?] Eversoll mixes sentimental belongings with school

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
January 20, 2022
Freshman Ethan Peltier forces a Breck player off of the puck as junior captain George Peltier scoops it up.

Boys hockey falls just short of key win over Breck

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
January 17, 2022
SPIDEY-SENSE. Since 2002 when the first Spider-Man movie was released, there have been four actors to play the role of Spider-Man. The actors include Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, Tom Holland, and Shameik Moore.

The ultimate guide to Spider-Man

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
January 11, 2022

A year later, America remains split

Tommy Verhey
January 6, 2022
PEN TO PAPER. Twins centerfielder Byron Buxton signs his official contract, worth $100 million over 7 years. Buxton earned a $1 million signing bonus, and all of the money in the contract is guaranteed. The contract will keep Buxton with the Twins until after the 2028 season, in which Buxton will be 35 years old.

Talking Twins: Buxton re-signs, sets up season for Minnesota

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
December 8, 2021
SIX BILLION DOLLARS. On Oct. 31, when trillionaire Elon Musk tweeted at the World Food Program, a humanitarian organization focused on making sure no one in any part of the world goes hungry, the world erupted in excitement and interest.

Hold on Elon Musk: six billion dollars can’t solve world hunger

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
December 3, 2021
Reinhart's desk has things ranging from Star Wars posters, Minnesota Vikings banners, and so much more.

[WHATS ON MY DESK?] Reinhart shows off desk filled with childhood memories

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
November 17, 2021
GOT THE SHOT. "The expansion of vaccination statuses for younger kids will be really good for everyone in and out of schools," junior Ben Chen said. There is a Randolph Campus vaccine clinic Nov. 13.

CDC approves, recommends Pfizer vaccine for children aged 5-11

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
November 11, 2021
[WHATS ON MY DESK?] Larson mixes schoolwork, necessities, and gaming

[WHATS ON MY DESK?] Larson mixes schoolwork, necessities, and gaming

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
October 19, 2021
Cho Sang-Woo, Seong Gi-Hun, and Kang Sae-byeok band together to protect themselves from possible attacks during the night.

[TV REVIEW] Squid Game sparks interest, becomes most-viewed Netflix show of all time

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
October 17, 2021
While CRISPR does sound like a safe and well-rounded idea, as there have been over 30 years since it was first introduced, many details and specifics are left uncontrolled.

Step aside CRISPR, the world isn’t ready for you yet

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
October 12, 2021
Students choose to dress up by wearing a jersey for their favorite hockey team, the Minnesota Wild. Senior Naomi Straub, "I love dressing up with my soccer team."

Second day of Homecoming sparks excitement in students with fan day, lip sync

Tommy Verhey, Ivy Raya, Salah Abdulkarim, Leona Barocas, and Orion Kim
September 28, 2021
Senior Griffin Moore uses lip syncing abilities to hype up the crowd.

Lip sync contest brings out competitive spirit in students

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
September 28, 2021
Junior FInn Sullivan recaps what he has on his desk.

[WHAT’S ON MY DESK?] Sullivan combines personal belongings with at-home study space

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
September 25, 2021
After students wait in the car drop-off line before the school day starts, they often have to park in areas of the Huss and Drake lots that don't have designated parking spots to avoid being late for advisory check-in.

Parking lot brings anger, frustration to students

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
September 24, 2021
Remembering the 20th anniversary of 9/11 with SPA families, faculty and students.

Remembering 9/11 with SPA students

Ivy Raya, Tommy Verhey, and Zadie Martin
September 11, 2021
Students talk about the importance of community

Students talk about the importance of community

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
September 10, 2021
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