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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
The different types of ways that AI can be integrated into school life.
As schools develop policy, AI evolves quickly
November 13, 2024
[The 5] Invasive Earthworms, New York City smoke pollution, Russia assembling troops and more
[The 5] Invasive Earthworms, New York City smoke pollution, Russia assembling troops and more
November 12, 2024
CLEANED UP COMMONS. The English Commons, which is the designated ninth-grade space, has trash on all tables by the end of the day, including drinks, paper and clothing.
Trash in the English Commons reaches a breaking point
November 11, 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
Cross-cultural connection key to international relations: why panda diplomacy is a good thing
Cross-cultural connection key to international relations: why panda diplomacy is a good thing
November 12, 2024
Mistrust of SCOTUS reflects national trend
Mistrust of SCOTUS reflects national trend
November 5, 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.
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
Chronically Online is a monthly column to help readers develop media literacy skills. (Image created in Adobe Express)
The shocking way clickbait manipulates you
October 21, 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
Sophomore Audrey Peltier pictured after her accident with her Grandma in 2015.
Whether caretaker or kid, students share adventures in babysitting
November 7, 2024
270 TO WIN. States that are solidly blue are predicted to vote democrat, while states solidly red vote republican. The yellow states are the ones up for grabs.
How does an age-old system hold up in a modern election?
November 6, 2024
SAFE STREETS. Lake Street was greatly impacted by protests in 2020, but has not been an area of serious concern for some time. Sophomore Adi Narayan, who lives near Uptown, said, "It’s not all just shootings and rough neighborhoods and stuff like that. It’s a mix of places, and it’s not just one thing.” (Flickr CC license 2.0 Chad Davis)
Is Minneapolis as dangerous as it is portrayed?
November 5, 2024
The metamorphosis of style
The metamorphosis of style
November 4, 2024
HARD AT WORK. Ninth grader Hank Harp works on fixing a train. Harp utilizes mechanical tools that require skill to handle.
From trains to tanks: Hank Harp’s hands-on journey in mechanics
November 3, 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
JOIN, OR DIE. Published in 1754, a woodcut by Benjamin Franklin ‘Join or Die’ depicts a snake severed into eight seperate piece each one of the colonies. It pushed the newly formed American colonies to unite during the ongoing French and Indian War.(Public domain)
Political cartoons throughout history
November 5, 2024
WELCOME TO OUR TOWN. Coda Wilson reads a piece of his Stage Manager narration at an Our Town practice in Redleaf Commons. The show includes a minimalist set and no props, so much of what the audience will visualize comes from Wilson's lines.
Our Town focuses on old times while speaking to modern times
November 4, 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
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
UP FRONT. The "Black on Both Sides" album cover features a portrait of Bey looking into the camera. The direct nature of the cover is reflected in the album's powerful lyrics (photographed by Alvaro Gonzalez-Campo, released by Rawkus Records in 1999).
“Black on Both Sides” remains the pinnacle of hip-hop
October 24, 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
KEEP ON GOING. Spark Swimmers compete to beat their competitors.
Sparks swim and dive dominates at final regular season meet
November 7, 2024
PRE-SEASON HYPE: Junior Ella Bond glides onto the ice at a captains practice in the Blake Bears Arena. Excitement is in the air as players prepare for the upcoming tryouts.
A new co-op rises from Phoenix ashes
November 5, 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
TRIPLE CROWN. BVS celebrates their third consecutive state tournament win. Some players hold up three fingers and bite their medals in celebration.
BVS completes ‘three-peat’ after decisive victory over Lourdes High School
November 3, 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
RELAY. Senior Connor Overgaard begins the first leg of the 200 medley relay with backstroke. "I'm proud of this relay," he said.
Bhargava and Overgaard compete at state following a record-breaking performance at sections
March 3, 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
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
VARIATION. “DRIP” numbers 6-8 focus on shades and hues rather than patterns, as in the earlier works of the series.
[DRAKE GALLERY] hosts new alumni exhibit “Spreading Ashes”
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
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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Senior superlatives for the Class of 2024
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Zadie Martin

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POOL WATCH. Senior Anja Seifert was hired as a lifeguard two years ago at the Jewish Community Center (JCC) and has worked there ever since. She credits lifeguarding for helping her develop time management. She said, “But, I don't think that's inherent to being a lifeguard. I think that's a skill that comes with just being employed.” (Photo Illustration)

Seifert’s lifeguard job offers more than keeping your head above water

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
April 30, 2024
PROTEST. Advocates for abortion rights protest in nearby Reno, Nevada in 2021. The response to the reinstated Arizona ban from pro-choice politicians has been strong, and there have been multiple attempts in the last few days to repeal the ban, primarily led by the minority democratic party of the Arizona House. However, these attempts have been unsuccessful. (Public Domain Image)

Arizona Supreme Court reinstates 1864 abortion ban

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
April 18, 2024
TRUTH AND TRUST. Self-love leads to healthier relationships with others. "Loving oneself means setting healthy boundaries, practicing self-compassion, and engaging in actions that contribute to personal growth and well-being," Martin writes.

Love for self sustains love for others

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
March 15, 2024
SPEAK OUT. Student journalists and their supporters across the U.S. spend this day "raising awareness of the challenges they face, celebrating their contributions to their schools and communities, and taking actions to protect and restore their First Amendment freedoms." (image and text reprinted with permission from studentpressfreedom.org)

Reflecting on Student Press Freedom Day

RubicOnline Staff
February 22, 2024
AT THE END OF THE LINE. Lunch lines are especially long this year. In attempts to shorten the line, modifications are made, occasionally switching between two lunch lines or one line. Not many differences are noticable. C3 member Andy Allen marks it up to miscommunication. "The US (Upper School) administration is not entirely aware of there only being one lunch line, instead of the two that we have been accustomed to," Allen said.

C3 seeks to address lunch line budging

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
February 20, 2024
LEARN & GROW. Jobs set teens up for success when they are older. "It gives you social skills as well as customer service skills and opportunities with hands-on activity," senior Audrey Leatham said.

First job tips and tricks from employed students

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
February 7, 2024
HYGIENE DRIVE. SPA affinity group Herspace is hosting a feminine hygiene drive with Keystone Community Services. "We found an organization that we really liked and wasn’t religiously based and helped any woman in need with resources," co-leader Audrey Leatham said.

Herspace hosts hygiene drive with Keystone Community Services

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
December 13, 2023
HOW DO WE LEARN. The SPA history curriculum has moved away from date memorization in recent years. While most tout this as a good thing, some see danger in a decreased understanding of historical chronology.

To date or not to date?

January 28, 2024
POSTERS AND LUNCH. Student of all grades, including assembly leaders Cerena Karmaliani, Naomi Kempcke, and Serene Kalugdan, snack while finishing creating the materials used for community day.

BETTER TOGETHER. Ronnie Dixon and Deling Chen smile as they march in support of sexual consent. After an assembly about sexual assault and consent, all students and faculty participated in a short march around the upper school.

Councils plan “day on” for community

RubicOnline Staff
January 28, 2024
PINK EVERYTHING. The Malibu Barbie café, with a similar intention as the movie, guides visitors into a Barbie dollhouse.

A Pink Paradise: Exploring the Malibu Barbie Cafe at the Mall of America

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
December 5, 2023
OPINIONATED VOICES. The RubicOnline Staff wrote flash opinion as part of an editing workshop taught by Production Manager Eliana Mann.

Speaking our minds

RubicOnline Staff
November 30, 2023
AMPLIFYING VOICES. Listen Up Youth Radio is committed to bringing radio to the Twin Cites by the hands of the local youth. Freshman January Cook works as a production editor there, helping to train people and make decisions for the radio and website. (Submitted Photo: January Cook)

Cook invites students to work for Listen Up Youth Radio

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
November 16, 2023
HEADS UP. Freshman Murphy Miltner spikes the ball and gains the Spartans a point after adjusting to her new offensive position on the team.

Volleyball crushes the Math and Science Dragons

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
November 4, 2023
"EYES" ON YOU.

Kannankutty breaks down babysitting

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
October 16, 2023
ESSENTIAL TO UNDERSTAND. Take time to recognize other religious beliefs and celebrate a culture of religious diversity.

Religious days off for some are days on for others

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
September 25, 2023
History teacher Ben Bollinger Danielson teaches around a Harkness table in 2020, the last time they were in classrooms before this year.

More than a piece of furniture

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
September 15, 2023
LISTEN AND WATCH. Crays Hardy presents a short film connecting the teenage mind and nature.

In Between Light and Dark: juniors in Advanced Art Seminar host show

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
May 23, 2023
BOWLS ON DISPLAY. Mikkel Rawdon set up his ceramic bowls facing the crowd on a shelf.

SET OF TWO. Jane Higgins paints her bathroom over the years and depicting growing older.

UP THE WALL. Clare Kimmels bugs and critters made from wire climb up the wall at a perfect angle.

SPOOKY. Dashiell Horstman depicts themselves in each of the dark photos to combat unease with self portraits.

LIGHT AND METAL. Siri Pattinsons sculptures using flashlights, metal, and ceramic create an unforgettable scene.

Concentration is key. Freshman Bennett Sauer focuses on the ball as he swings and hits it back to Freshman Allan Wang.

Mastering the Paddle: SPA Ping Pong Tournament

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
May 11, 2023
BALANCE. "Reordering" by Andrea Bagdon creates a sense of balance and cematry.

[AROUND TOWN]”Unapologetically Femme” interrogates gender performance

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
May 7, 2023
LEVELS. "Compromises" by Paola Evangelista creates a sense of layers through communication.

HUMANITY. "Antomia" by Paola Evangelista creates a sense of humanity through its curves.

BANNER. "Bitch Work" by Kelsi Sharp is a banner in the center of the gallery that captures a broad message.

HIDDEN WORDS. "Untitled #1, #2" by Spencer Legendre-Gillespie is a pair of paintings with layers of hidden words and colors.

WALL ART. "Yellow Colander" by Anika Schneider depicts a colander from her kitchen and paintings.

MOUTHFUL. "Tulip Cup, Candelabra, Rabbit hole" by Hannah Chatham is a collection of everyday table items made from tounges and mouths.

"Untitled (servilleta)" Alonzo Pantoja is the only embroidery piece in the gallery, and the one piece made by a male identifying artist. " Because his work is with something traditionally feminine, we included him" said Legendre-Gillespie.

COLOR ON WOOD. "Jeepney" by Lora Hlavsa is a unique piece made on wood paneling.

MUGS. "Polite society" by Andrea Bagdon is a series of four 3D printed rose mugs with printed cloth underneath.

TINY SCREEN. "Polite society" by Andrea Bagdon also includes small screens in the mugs that okay various clips for news, TV and other media.

SET OF THREE. "orchids and animals in the kitchen" , "Koi in the sky with clouds", "Koi Jellies" by Aniika Schneider creates a story of her family and her kitchen between all her paintings in the gallery.

FLOWERS AND ANIMALS."orchids and animals in the kitchen" by Aniika Schneider depicts plants and small animals in in the foreground.

KOI IN THE POND. "Koi Jellies" by Aniika Schneider shows koi and patterns from Anikas past.

FISH IN THE SKY. "Koi in the sky with clouds" by Aniika Schneider moves fish from in the pond to the sky and beyond.

RED. "Ram Head" by Katayoun Amjadi shows clay uteritis painted red in a bed of brown and gray hair.

HAIR. "Mirror and Window" by Katayoun Amajadi presents the only visual and auditory piece depicting the weight of hair and femininity.

LETTING LOOSE. "An ancient spiral unwinding. Unwinding" by Sarah Maricha White depicts a naked women dancing and ending the video with a solemn face.

BLANCE. "Balance doesn't always feel steady" by Paola Evangelista shows a vase twisted but held upright.

BOWL. "Corning ware and Bai Cai" by Anika Schneider counties to how her history with cooking and fine china.

PINK AND GREEN. "Residue" by Andrea Bagdon shows layered paint with a neon pink border.

3D. " Pretty Piece #1, #2, #3" by Spencer Legendre-Gillespie shows her artistic medium.

ANCEINT. "Archaeological Vessel" by Paola Evangelista shows her interpretation of the ancient world.

Coblentz shares his journey through art

Coblentz shares his journey through art

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
May 4, 2023
SOLO SPOTLIGHT. Ethan He plays the alto saxophone with passion. CREDIT: Smugmug

Annual Jazz Cabaret Performance Shines

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
April 29, 2023
Community panel brings personal experience to the discussion

Community panel brings personal experience to the discussion

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
April 24, 2023
Braverman discusses gender

Braverman discusses gender

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
April 24, 2023
CLOSE PROXIMITY: Sophomore Milan Mishra chose to study in the math commons because it is usually empty and close to teachers.

Math Commons offers space close to teachers to crunch numbers

Zadie Martin, Nelson Wodarz
April 20, 2023
TO THE COURTROOM. Former U.S. president Donald Trump has been charged with 34 felony counts, primarily regarding his affair with adult film star Stormy Daniels.

Trump reemerges in the courtroom with a felony indictment

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
April 14, 2023
DARK AND LIGHT: The lounge affectionately nicknamed the "dark room" has light steaming in today.

[Photo] The pros and cons of the Debate lounge

April 13, 2023

The US should continue to aid Ukraine

Zadie Martin, 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
BREAKING APART. Returning to treating C3 as a valued part of student culture and support will create the environment the new staff this year is trying to emulate.

The power of peer support

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
March 14, 2023
LINE ART. Oliver Zhu's sketch of Quenby Wilson shows off his art style.

How to overcome art block with Oliver Zhu

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
March 7, 2023
The science behind giving and receiving compliments

The science behind giving and receiving compliments

Ali Browne and Zadie Martin
March 6, 2023
During math league practices, individuals attempts at each problem and seek out for help from Mr.Sheffert whenever they are stuck.

The “T” in MATH is Team

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
March 2, 2023
What song is most meaningful to you?

What song is most meaningful to you?

Zadie Martin
February 6, 2023
AMAZING ARTISTRY. Junior Reilly Ringness applies his love for art to a unique format: tattoo design. Among the designs he has completed for friends and family, one of his favorite designs is the coy fish.

Everlasting art: Ringness crafts tattoo designs

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
February 3, 2023

My bottle, my story

Tommy Verhey, Zadie Martin, and Marius Elias Morse
February 1, 2023
SPEAKING UP. Chinese residents have grown tired of the strict and inhumane covid policies. Protests arise.

Restrictions eased in China, signaling a small victory for Zero-Covid policy protests

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
December 6, 2022
APP CHALLENGE. In the free versions of Spotify vs. Apple Music, Apple Music wins.

[ARTS OPINION] Choose Apple Music over Spotify

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
November 30, 2022
Deviyani Nelson smiles for the camera in her Hawaiian shirt, showing off her smile and style.

[EVERYONE HAS A STORY]: Introducing Devyani Nelson

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
October 28, 2022
Read more about sophomores dressed as middle schoolers in the dress up day chapter story.

[Photo] 10: Middle Schoolers

October 28, 2022
READY UP. John Christakos winds up to throw a dodgeball at a final player.

2022 Homecoming Dodgeball Tournament brings energy, spirit

Zadie Martin and Rita Li
September 22, 2022
"This is a 'I want a movie day' type of outfit," history teacher Aaron Shulow said.

THURSDAY DRESS UP: No one looks their age today

Rita Li and Zadie Martin
September 22, 2022
TIME MACHINE. Senior Milkii Tigro wears what she wore as a elementary schooler . "I wore this shirt in 5th grade and I used to wear flats a lot, and this skirt gives off a youthful vibe."

GRILL DAD. Junior Clare Kimmel dresses up using her fathering clothing for the middle age theme. "I went into my dads closet and found this shirts, and I found this fanny pack in the back of my closet."

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[Photo] Zadie Martin

August 23, 2021

First year or last in the upper school, the start lands different

Zadie Martin
September 14, 2022
Interim US Principal Ken Jaffe talks to the seniors about what it means to lead in the opening assembly on Aug. 31.

First days of school: returning to a new normal

Mariam Malik and Zadie Martin
September 14, 2022
WATER WISDOM. Alumni John Shepard talked with alumni in Driscoll on May 17 about the Mississippi River: "We are all part of the Mississippi; it's what we drink; our body is 60% water,” Shepard said.

Alumni discuss Mississippi River and the history

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
May 24, 2022
CRIMINALLY ENTERTAINING. True crime media has been on the rise in popularity, taking many forms such as videos, documentaries, and podcasts. For example, YouTuber Bailey Sarian is known for her videos discussing true crime murder cases while doing her makeup.

[ARTS OPINION] Is true crime in the media ethical?

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
May 5, 2022
PLAN. Ukrainian Refugees exit the highway into Poland. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ukrainian_refugees_from_2022,_crossing_into_Poland

When should the US step into help Ukraine?

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
April 14, 2022
In this episode of SUPERSTITIONS, Rubiconline reporter Zadie Martin interviews sophomore Arden Lillemo, history teacher Andrea Moerer, and sophomore Delaney Devine on their experiences with deja vu. Martin also provides crucial information on the background of this phenomenon.

[SUPERSTITIONS] Ep.2: Deja Vu

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
March 16, 2022
MUSICAL CONNECTION. Clea Gaïtas Sur has developed a strong passion for playing and composing music throughout her life. “I guess I just like to play music because it's fun, and I think it's beautiful,” she said. (Submitted Photo from Clea Gaïtas Sur, edited)

Gaïtas Sur finds a passion in composing music

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline
March 8, 2022
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