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Midterm exams begin, while teachers plan for student illness
Midterm exams begin, while teachers plan for student illness
December 16, 2024
STUDYING STUDENTS. In Red Leaf Commons Sophomore Erik Bjorgvinsson works on his final English essay.
How are students and teachers preparing for midterms week?
December 13, 2024
THE DESIGNER. Kalugdan holds the first printout of the poster she designed for the conference.
Admin, students organize 2025 SDLC conference
December 11, 2024
[The 5] Whooping cough, Topgun flight school, Syrian Assad and more
[The 5] Whooping cough, Topgun flight school, Syrian Assad and more
December 8, 2024
A JAR OF HISTORY. Seniors Ethan Peltier and Eva Lutgen examine a jar of crushed pipestone, central to Minnesota Indigenous culture and history, brought in by guest speaker Lonna Stevens-Hunter.
Native American Studies centers student initiative
December 4, 2024
NEVER ENOUGH. There is enough negativity surrounding body image on social media and societal expectations. Instead, Expressing positive thoughts on your own and the person’s appearance can enforce satisfaction in one’s looks.
Comments can shape body image, so think before speaking
December 15, 2024
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
December 14, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
ChatGPT search: the dangers of AI hallucinations
December 13, 2024
NOT JUST FOR POPULARITY POINTS. Teenagers should explore relationships, but also understand what it comes with what a healthy one looks like.
Pucker up for popularity
December 12, 2024
IN MY EYES. Everyone has biases that are potentially harmful. It's important to be understanding when confronting them. (Lani Ngonethong using Canva: Davids47 and BooBoo Studio)
Don’t hide from unconscious bias—recognize it
December 9, 2024
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
December 14, 2024
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
November 30, 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
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
ChatGPT search: the dangers of AI hallucinations
December 13, 2024
The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
News from Down Under: Australia’s social media ban
December 5, 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
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
BACK ON THE SELF. At Hosmer library in Hennepin County, Campbell volunteers weekly and keeps the books in circulation, keeping them ready for people to check out. (Submitted by Via Campbell).
From patron to volunteer: Via Campbell gives back to her neighborhood library
December 16, 2024
LENIN SMILES. During a trip to Prague in 2018 for a post-Cold War gender and sexuality conference, Gokhberg stopped to take a picture at the memorial museum of Cold War statues. Submitted by Gokhberg.
[DISCUSSING THE DISSERTATION] Gokhberg’s journey to Doctor Zhivago
December 13, 2024
UP NORTH. Ninth-grader Henry Cammack makes fishing a lifestyle. “It’s a tradition of ours every year to go to Canada and bet money on who can catch the biggest Northern and Walleye,” he said.
Henry Cammack casts a line in search of a great fish tale
December 13, 2024
SENIOR SZN. Senior Scarlett Gibson films a video with Sophia Bietz, Ada LaTarte and Dia Chaney during homecoming week. (Screen capture submitted by Scarlett Gibson)
Scarlett Gibson captures senior year on video
December 12, 2024
GENERATIONAL GIFTS. ”I have very clear memories of being pushed around on one of those little Barbie tricycles,” ninth-grader Olivia Fox said. She received the bike from her grandparents.
Family is the guide for Olivia Fox’s future
December 6, 2024
NEW CINEMA. A wave of movies this fall-winter season hopes to compensate for the disappointing cinema earlier this year. (Press release images from various studios, credited later in each individual chapters)
[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] The good and not-so-good of recent cinema
December 17, 2024
FRIENDSHIP: Star player of the Chuska warriors gets in a mental funk when a reporter asked him about his dead family members. Best friend Jimmy Holiday steps in and helps his friend. (Photo taken by Lewis Clark, released by Netflix)
[MOVIE REVIEW] Rez Ball inspirationally melds basketball and Native American representation
December 12, 2024
GRAVY FEST. Yung Gravy sold out The Armory, which has a maximum capacity of of 8,400, for his first Gravy Fest
[CONCERT REVIEW] Yung Gravy’s hometown tour stop disappoints and disgusts
December 10, 2024
Since 2016, the Swedish music streaming platform Spotify has created a personalized recap of users’ listening habits. It calculates each user’s top songs, artists and listening minutes, presenting the results in a distinct and uniquely recognizable format.
It’s time to unwrap Wrapped
December 9, 2024
(TABLETOP) GAME ON. The club plays Dungeons and Dragons most Tuesday after school. “Their characters are going on an adventure,” club leader Jack Hickman said, “and I'm kind of running it for them.”
Tabletop role play club takes on Dungeons and Dragons
December 9, 2024
NEW CINEMA. A wave of movies this fall-winter season hopes to compensate for the disappointing cinema earlier this year. (Press release images from various studios, credited later in each individual chapters)
[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] The good and not-so-good of recent cinema
December 17, 2024
FRIENDSHIP: Star player of the Chuska warriors gets in a mental funk when a reporter asked him about his dead family members. Best friend Jimmy Holiday steps in and helps his friend. (Photo taken by Lewis Clark, released by Netflix)
[MOVIE REVIEW] Rez Ball inspirationally melds basketball and Native American representation
December 12, 2024
GRAVY FEST. Yung Gravy sold out The Armory, which has a maximum capacity of of 8,400, for his first Gravy Fest
[CONCERT REVIEW] Yung Gravy’s hometown tour stop disappoints and disgusts
December 10, 2024
MUSICAL HISTORY. The 2025 GRAMMYs will be the 67th ceremony, with the first having been held on May 4, 1959. The first Album of the Year award was given to Henry Mancini for his soundtrack to the TV series "Peter Gunn."
Ranking the 2025 GRAMMY album of the year nominees
December 6, 2024
ICE CREAM SODA. After a misunderstanding between Emily Webb and George Gibbs, George takes her out for some ice cream soda.
[PLAY REVIEW] Finding life, love and grief in Our Town
November 25, 2024
GOING UP. Senior Nathan Rock rises up for a layup being followed by a Scots defender.
Boys basketball falls to Highland Park despite standout individual performances
December 15, 2024
FOCUS. Ninth grader Magarsaa Mullatta swiftly dribbles the ball between his legs while focusing on what his next move will be. (photo submitted by Magarsaa Mullatta)
More than a sport: how basketball has shaped the Mullataa family
December 12, 2024
SPARTANS CELEBRATE. Spartan fans up against the glass to cheer on the team as they just got a goal.
Boys’ hockey beats Simley in home opener
December 8, 2024
TWO WORLDS. Erik Bjorgvinsson has been balancing club soccer and high school soccer since his freshman year. Before he joined the Spartans, he had already been playing with the St. Paul Blackhawks for seven years. (LEFT Audrey Peltier, RIGHT submitted by Erik Bjorgvinsson)
High school or club soccer? Bjorgvinsson finds passion in both
December 7, 2024
LIMITS. Clare Roney Pushes herself to reach her goals during her OrangeTheory workout session ( Photo Submitted by Clare Roney)
Ms. Roney pushes herself in Orange Theory through friendly competition
December 4, 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
GOING UP. Senior Nathan Rock rises up for a layup being followed by a Scots defender.
Boys basketball falls to Highland Park despite standout individual performances
December 15, 2024
SPARTANS CELEBRATE. Spartan fans up against the glass to cheer on the team as they just got a goal.
Boys’ hockey beats Simley in home opener
December 8, 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
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
SPAtify explores a different genre of music in each episode.
[SPAtify] Ep. 1 Classical music with Winston Arvidson
December 18, 2024
[RUNNING ON EMPTY] Ep. 1 The importance of good sleep
[RUNNING ON EMPTY] Ep. 1 The importance of good sleep
December 17, 2024
Yasmin Khan room tour
Yasmin Khan room tour
December 14, 2024
[STORY BEHIND THE STORY] How does CVE Georgia Ross design The Rubicon?
[STORY BEHIND THE STORY] How does CVE Georgia Ross design The Rubicon?
December 8, 2024
[MIC'D UP] Adele Gjerde glides through the season
[MIC’D UP] Adele Gjerde glides through the season
November 19, 2024
SPAtify explores a different genre of music in each episode.
[SPAtify] Ep. 1 Classical music with Winston Arvidson
December 18, 2024
[RUNNING ON EMPTY] Ep. 1 The importance of good sleep
[RUNNING ON EMPTY] Ep. 1 The importance of good sleep
December 17, 2024
[STORY BEHIND THE STORY] How does CVE Georgia Ross design The Rubicon?
[STORY BEHIND THE STORY] How does CVE Georgia Ross design The Rubicon?
December 8, 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
Yasmin Khan room tour
Yasmin Khan room tour
December 14, 2024
[MIC'D UP] Adele Gjerde glides through the season
[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
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Bobby Verhey, Rubicon TV Executive Producer

Bobby Verhey is the Rubicon TV Executive Producer on RubicOnline. This is his fourth year on staff, previously working as the Sports Editor and Social Media Manager. During the pandemic, he has been playing a lot of sports outside, watching a lot of TV, and has even become an expert video game player. One quote that he is inspired by is from Michael Jordan, who said: “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” Bobby Verhey can be reached at [email protected].

All content by Bobby Verhey
Devine has chickens, ducks, cats, and dogs in his backyard. "It's pretty cool," he said.

Devine knows that chickens (and more) make “egg”cellent pets

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
May 10, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] Biden addresses Congress, senior rap up school year with senior projects

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
May 1, 2021
Dr. Steve Heilig is given a chance to design a senior project of his own.

Advisors scheme up dream senior projects

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
April 26, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] SPA walkout against police brutality, Chauvin guilty on all 3 charges and more

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
April 24, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] Mourning Daunte Wright, CAS and USC host Upper School Speaker Day and more

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
April 18, 2021
Rinal Ray is the chief executive officer at People Serving People and is a nonprofit leader.

Rinal Ray

Will Schavee, Bobby Verhey, and Tana Ososki
April 16, 2021
As vaccinations are becoming widespread, it seems the end of the pandemic is just around the corner. However, it is important to remain cautious and follow health guidelines as they evolve.

A year of COVID-19…

Bobby Verhey and Henry Burkhardt
March 16, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] 1.9 trillion dollar stimulus package passes, spring musical auditions go virtual

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
March 13, 2021
When does comedy cross the line? This question is different for everyone which is why it can be hard to decipher between funny and flat-out offensive.

Dark humor: funny or offensive?

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
March 10, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] Johnson & Johnson vaccine rollout and scheduling, March Mammal Madness begins

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
March 6, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] US new principal Theresa Collins, $15 minimum wage not included in stimulus bill

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
February 27, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] Return to 4 days on campus, emergency snow storm in Texas

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
February 19, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] Impeachment trials carry into Senate, Gov. Andrew Cuomo under investigation

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
February 13, 2021
Wall Street became the center of national attention last week as the soap opera of $GME played out.

The game is rigged, and it’s not for you

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
February 9, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] Stimulus package passes, Super Bowl Chiefs vs Buccaneers and a four day weekend

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
February 7, 2021
President Biden signing executive orders within the first days of his term in office.

A look back at Biden’s first ten days

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
February 1, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] Reddit Traders take on Hedge Funds by buying stock

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
January 30, 2021
The resumption of school winter sports offers students the chance to get activity and connect to the SPA community during the COVID pandemic.

[SPORTS OPINION] Sports provide necessary exercise, improved mental health amid pandemic

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
January 23, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] President Joe Biden’s inauguration, next week’s SPA schedule shift

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
January 23, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] Trump impeached for the second time, Joe Biden Inauguration, SPA returns to hybrid

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
January 15, 2021

[60 SECOND NEWS] First semester wraps up with Capstones, winter sports set to begin, and more

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
December 12, 2020
Senior Levi Mellin does a bicep curl during his basketball workout. The team hopes to resume play on Dec. 21 when Gov. Walz’s pause comes to an end.

Student athletes prepare with season restart near

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
December 11, 2020

[60 SECOND NEWS] UK accepts new PfizerCOVID-19 vaccines, SPA sports will resume during winter break

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
December 5, 2020
Advisories have now began to meet over distance in the last couple weeks through Google Meets.

Baker advisory chooses distance learning Meet options

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
December 2, 2020

[60 SECOND NEWS] Election recount results, Governor Walz new COVID-19 restrictions, sports cancelled

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
November 21, 2020
The boys basketball team started captains practices this past week following COVID guidelines to ensure the season is played.

Boys basketball focuses on season as COVID-19 concerns increase

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
November 15, 2020

[60 SECOND NEWS] States close up voting, SPA restarts Distance Learning, SMB Wolfpack season ends

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
November 14, 2020
After the announcement of president elect Joe Biden, SPA students shared what they are hoping to see after Biden officially takes his seat in the White House.

Students react to historic 2020 election

Elizabeth Trevathan, Lucia Granja, Elle Chen, Liv Larsen, Lynn Reynolds, Annika Rock, Bobby Verhey, Thomas Reinhart, and Will Schavee
November 9, 2020

Community reacts to Harris Vice Presidency; What do we call her husband?

Bobby Verhey, Thomas Reinhart, and Will Schavee
November 9, 2020

[60 SECOND NEWS] Road to 270, SPA announces return to Distance Learning

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
November 7, 2020

[60 SECOND NEWS] Record high COVID-19 cases, Trump vs Biden final campaigning, and new tutorial time

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
October 31, 2020
Sidelined quarterback Charlie Johnson observes practice with coaches. He still serves as captain of the team, even though his injury prevents him from playing: “My role has changed as a player but not a leader. Being a captain of the team I am helping all of our guys prepare as well as talking and game-planning with coaches, I am still every part of this team just as I was before, now the only difference is I cant suit up and put the pads on every Friday night,” Johnson said.

Johnson sidelined for season with injury, remains optimistic about season

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
October 29, 2020
Olson said, "One time when I was younger, I saw a ghost in front of my eyes. Photo made with Adobe Spark.

Haunted hallways and slammed doors

Liv Larsen, Elle Chen, and Bobby Verhey
October 25, 2020

[60 SECOND NEWS] COVID-19 saliva test, picture day retakes, quarter one ends

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
October 22, 2020
This data was collected from a 2020 Pew Research poll and the background photograph was taken by Jonas Bray

Global Warming set to push Earth past U.N. warning for temperature levels

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
September 30, 2020

[60 SECOND NEWS] New SPA travel guidelines, Wolfpack quarterback Johnson injured and out for the season, and more

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
October 11, 2020

[60 SECOND NEWS] Trump tests positive for COVID-19, SPA BVS wins against MPA, and more

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
October 2, 2020
Senior Rylan Hefner before his big reveal.

On stage or on screen, the show must go on

Bobby Verhey
October 2, 2020

[Video] [60 SECOND NEWS] Breonna Taylor, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Hybrid learning starts

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
September 26, 2020
New schedule brings communication and structure in uncertain times

New schedule brings communication and structure in uncertain times

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
May 22, 2020
[PRO/CON] Do synchronous schedule adaptations offer stability or stress?

[PRO/CON] Do synchronous schedule adaptations offer stability or stress?

Liv Larsen and Bobby Verhey
May 22, 2020
Sophomore Emily Gisser has her spot in her room. She said, "My space has a lot of pictures and posters in front of it that inspire me."

[WHAT’S ON MY DESK?] Students find study spaces amid pandemic

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
May 4, 2020
Joe Exotic is the owner of the GW Zoo, home to many big cats, in Oklahoma. The documentary follows his never-ending quarrel with Carole Baskins and the law

[TV REVIEW] Back-stabbing and tigers and murder (oh my)

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
April 15, 2020
The playlist, created by junior Gavin Kimmel, consists of famous Broadway hits from plays like "Dear Evan Hansen" and "Legally Blonde".

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Kimmel puts ‘spotlight’ on theater

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
March 5, 2020
The Centers for Disease Control continues to update confirmed COVID-19 cases globally. The map currently highlights the spread as of 11 a.m. on Mar. 3.

Spread of COVID-19 shuts down remaining exchange trips

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
March 4, 2020
The trip was set to visit many landmarks and cities, including the capital in Beijing

China trip cancelled amid Coronavirus concerns

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
March 3, 2020

[Video] Behind the scenes at SPA fencing meet

Henry Burkhardt and Bobby Verhey
February 29, 2020
The girl's hockey playlist includes well-known pump up songs like "Lose Yourself" by Eminem, and "Turn Down for What" by Lil' Jon and DJ Snake.

[SOUNDCLOUD PLAYLIST] Girls hockey gets ready to ‘drop the puck’ and the beat in sections

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
February 5, 2020
After her husband and daughter died in a helicopter crash, Vanessa Bryant posted "There is no #24 without #2. ❤️#GirlDaddy #DaddysGirl #MyBabies ❤️❤️ #OurAngels #KobeandGigi"

More than just a basketball player: community reacts to the death of Kobe Bryant

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
January 27, 2020
Despite a long history of tensions between the US and Iran building up and dissipating, the conflict nearly spiraled into war at the turn of the New Year.

WWIII? A look back at the events that nearly led to war with Iran

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
January 21, 2020
The team's playlist, created by senior Griffin Thissen, consists of many rap songs from the likes of Drake and Meek Mill.

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Boys basketball “steals” the beat with rap playlist

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
December 10, 2019
[TV REVIEW] Fast-paced and action-packed, The Mandalorian checks all the boxes

[TV REVIEW] Fast-paced and action-packed, The Mandalorian checks all the boxes

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline
December 10, 2019
The boys varsity hockey team's playlist contains songs like "Money in the Grave" by Drake and Rick Ross and "Ice Cream Truck" by Montana of 300.

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Boys hockey ‘skates’ away with Thanksgiving Tournament

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
December 2, 2019
Think Gen Z is rude and addicted to technology? "Ok Boomer"

Think Gen Z is rude and addicted to technology? “Ok Boomer”

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
November 26, 2019
The girls varsity basketball team enters the season with a new coach, focus, and playlist. The playlist includes songs like "Hall of Fame" by Swoope and "Pure Water" by Mustard and Migos.

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Girls basketball “tips off” season with new playlist, coaches, players

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
November 21, 2019
Senior quarterback Jalen Suggs (1) looks at senior wide receiver Terry Lockett's (3) matchup. The pair connected for three touchdowns in a 36-30 win for the Wolfpack.

Wolfpack win thriller against Benilde to return to state

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
November 4, 2019
Junior Theo Moen prepares in the offseason for lacrosse by lifting weights. "Lifting helps give you a chance to strengthen areas of your game that you might not be able to get from the practice field," he said.

Spartan athletes tackle the offseason with various strategies

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
October 31, 2019
Junior Maxanne Millerhaller joined the math team this year. She said, "I think I was a little nervous that the team wouldn’t all of a sudden accept a new junior member but all of the people on the team have been really nice to me."

Millerhaller takes math to the ‘limit’

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
October 31, 2019
The girls' varsity tennis team has two playlists; with one created by sophomore Emily Gisser, and one by junior Kate Hick. The team uses the playlist to pump themselves up before games and during practices.

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Girls’ tennis ‘raps’ up season, prepares for next year

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
October 23, 2019
Midfielder Helen Bartlett said, "My favorite songs on the playlist are 'Sunrise' by Childish Gambino, and 'Electric Love' by Børns."

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] GVS hits the (perfect) ‘pitch’ for Homecoming

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
September 26, 2019
Junior Rashmi Raveendran scrolls through the main headlines for the New York Times. She said, “I know about it but I don’t use it too much. I feel like people might not even recognize that we have access to it since it happens automatically on your computer. I think if more people realized that the school pays for accounts for all of us, then everyone would use it much more often.”

It’s time to start reading the Times

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
September 20, 2019
Senior Kathleen Bishop poses for a photo in her class color day attire.

Dress up days bring a colorful start to Homecoming

Bobby Verhey and Annika Rock
September 23, 2019
You can hear the girls varsity volleyball team's playlist on Saturday as they take on teams across Minnesota in a tournament at Henry Sibley H.S.

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] GVB ‘bumps’ to rap in pregame routine

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
September 21, 2019
Junior forward Milo Waltenbaugh said, "The playlist is the most hype but graceful and beautiful playist of all-time and sets fear into our opponents every time we step onto the field."

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] BVS ‘kicks off’ their gamedays with a pop and rap mix

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
September 12, 2019
This is Autonomice, SPA Robotics Team's very own robot. “We were at the State Fair to have another opportunity to show off our robot, and to reach out to a bigger community about robotics,” Sedo said. “Outreach was very important to us for the fair.”

State Fair students talk wins (and lines)

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
September 8, 2019
At the end of each sports season, teams play a section tournament in hopes of making it to state.

Spring season playoffs bud hope for state

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
May 23, 2019
Students used the "Baby" filter on Snapchat to answer the question: What is your favorite childhood memory?

[FILTERED] Students share their favorite childhood memory

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
May 23, 2019
Junior Eric Bottern (middle) aims for a clay pigeon in his first round of the day.

Bottern aims to sharpen hunting skills through trap shooting

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
May 15, 2019
Sophomores Eloise Duncan, Jasmine White, and Maxanne Millerhaller take a sip of coffee from their starbucks cups.

The secret to the perfect cup of coffee

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline Editor
May 5, 2019
Students and faculty took to Snapchat, to share their favorite superhero with answers ranging from Spiderman to Thanos.

[FILTERED] Who is your favorite superhero?

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline Editor
May 2, 2019
The RubicOnline asked players about the support system that has helped them achieve their goals.

[FILTERED] Final Four Edition

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline Editor
April 10, 2019
Students and faculty used the April Fools' Day filter to share their favorite pranks.

[FILTERED] Best April Fools’ Day pranks

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline Editor
April 1, 2019
This is the new World History office where teachers work when they don't have a class. This year, world history classes have focused on the absent narrative, however it's time to go further.

World History classes must continue to dig for the absent narrative

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline Editor
March 28, 2019
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