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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 Media Kit)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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St.Pierre brings craftsmanship to school community

Georgia Ross, Chief Visual Editor
November 21, 2024
HEATHLY OR NOT? The mayo clinic researched when social media can be beneficial to teens and when they aren't.

[Photo] No-Phone-Vember radically changes the phone policy

Aiden Ruediger, Staff Writer
November 7, 2024
RITUAL REPEAT. Before sophomore William Drake runs in a meet, he warms up the same way before each practice. Many other runners use a common pregame ritual to clear their head before a meet.

DISTANT DISCUSSIONS. Junior William Hanna shares his thoughts about the importance of foreign politics, particularly in the upcoming election.

[Photo] AWAY FROM HOME: Immigration woven into family histories

Juan Miguel Adams, Managing Editor
October 30, 2024
ELEVATING EDUCATION. Clinical Director Brian Yanagita talks about his work at The Bridge Autism Clinic. “There is a wonderful emphasis in our field on dignity and respect … There’s a lot of interaction with one-on-one therapy and we really want to help our children feel like they have a say, they have a voice,” Yanagita said to the attendees. Neurodiversity Group hosted Yanagita as a guest speaker Oct. 10.

Guest speaker Yanagita brings neurodiversity awareness to campus

Georgia Ross, Chief Visual Editor
October 28, 2024
Credit: Georgia Ross. PBS News fact-checked each candidate in its "Fact-checking the VP debate between Vance and Walz on abortion, immigration and Iran" story.

[Photo] Voting or not, students tune in for VP debate

Lucy Thomas, RubicOnline
October 12, 2024
WILLKOMMEN. Seventeen students from the Heisenberg Gymnasium in Hamburg spent two weeks with host families in the Twin Cities from Sept. 30-Oct. 11. They will host SPA German students in June. (Submitted photo Rachel Ruddick)

Meet the exchange students

The Rubicon Staff and RubicOnline Staff
October 10, 2024
WINNING WALZ. Democratic vice president candidate Tim Walz leads favorability polls against Harris, Trump and Vance.

[Photo] Almost “untouchable”: how Tim Walz has reinvigorated Minnesota voters

Aarushi Bahadur, Director of RubicOnline
September 14, 2024
FASHION FORWARD. Junior Liza Thomas (right) bought her sweater after it went viral on TikTok. "I went to the mall with my mom and got it at from an Old Navy Valentine's Day collection," said Thomas.

[Photo] [HOCO] Dress up day-by-day

RubicOnline Staff, The Rubicon Staff, and Ibid Staff
September 27, 2024
Thrifting: Tips and tricks for navigating the Goodwill "bins"

Thrifting: Tips and tricks for navigating the Goodwill “bins”

Georgia Ross, Chief Visual Editor
May 1, 2024

Lyft and Uber’s departure will devastate metro area transportation

Georgia Ross, Chief Visual Editor
April 29, 2024
TAKE THE LEAP and try new things in all personal endeavors

To break habits, dare to fail at something new

Georgia Ross, Chief Visual Editor
April 11, 2024
CONNECTION THROUGH IDENTITY. HerSpace works on a poster for their affinity group to promote it in the hallways for more students to join. Leatham said, “It makes me feel so validated and when everyone shows up, it's so nice.”

SWEATER WEATHER. Sweaters are a wardrobe staple for students and faculty alike, bringing coziness and style to any outfit.

Sweater weather brings out everyone’s cozy side

Georgia Ross, The Rubicon
February 21, 2024
Submitted Photo: Julia Taylor

If the shoe fits, Taylor wears it

Georgia Ross, The Rubicon
February 12, 2024
AI USAGE. With the increased popularity of AI after the release of ChatGPT, other AI softwares such as the writing assistant Notion AI became more well known. This graph shows the distribution of AI programs used by SPA students.

AI platforms infiltrate learning environments

Georgia Ross, The Rubicon
February 12, 2024
THE STAGE IS SET. Lights up and sound set, freshman Ava Doody sits at the tech table during a run through of the one-acts on Thursday night. As a member of the tech crew, she said “You're still part of it. But you aren't like out on the stage in front of like 400 people.” The competition show and two student directed one-acts will be performed Jan. 26 on the Huss Stage at 7. p.m.

One acts bring video games, musical ditties and Greek frogs to the stage

Georgia Ross, Chief Visual Editor
January 26, 2024
MANAGING MISSION. GVS manager Charlotte Goings and BVS manager Finn Cox assisted the soccer teams at the Bank during state finals, along with BVS players and managers Caden Burns and Kiki Sullivan. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION: Clara Ann Bagnoli ILLUSTRATION: Orion Kim

Behind the bench: managers at state

Georgia Ross, Chief Visual Editor
December 1, 2023
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[Photo] Need a costume? Make it yourself.

November 9, 2023
[PHOTO STORY] Need a costume? Make it yourself.

[PHOTO STORY] Need a costume? Make it yourself.

Georgia Ross, Rubicon
November 2, 2023
[SPARTAN GALLERY] How to prepare during the offseason? Athletes weigh in

[SPARTAN GALLERY] How to prepare during the offseason? Athletes weigh in

Georgia Ross, Chief Visual Editor
October 31, 2023

Fall fashion trends emerge in the school community

Georgia Ross, Chief Visual Editor
October 9, 2023
NEUTRAL TONES. Senior Audrey Senaratna has transitioned to her fall wardrobe, which features warmer clothing items in colors like brown and green. Her primary inspiration when picking an outfit? Youtuber Sienna Santer. “She wears a lot of clothes that are Pinterest-y,” Senaratna said.

Fall into autumn fashion with style inspiration from celebrities and influencers

Georgia Ross, Chief Visual Editor
October 9, 2023
SETTING PRIORITIES. Upper School Council talks through the Speaker Day schedule in a meeting Apr. 11. The topic of the day is gender. USC co-president Maryeva Gonzalez hopes that, by the end of the day, the community understands “people whose experiences with gender are different from [their] own.”

Student groups plan Speaker Day focused on gender equity

Georgia Ross, The Rubicon
April 23, 2023
STUDY TIME. Upper School midterm exams occur from Dec. 12 to Dec. 15 with a makeup day on Dec. 16.

Academic Program and Policies Committee focuses on the culture of grading

Georgia Ross, The Rubicon
December 11, 2022
In their fashion and costume choices, Wilson takes inspiration from Nina Hagen, a german punk rock singer, songwriter, and actress from the 1970s. “Ceremonial garb is so opulent and recognizable, and I’m a big appreciator of symbology,” they said.

Costume creation: Quenby Wilson finds power in fashion

Georgia Ross, The Rubicon
November 1, 2022
SLY DOG. Sophomore Thomas Kovarik believes that his dog has a human consciousness. “I question everything now,” Kovarik said.

Superstitions seep into everyday life

Georgia Ross, RubicOnline
October 26, 2022
LET's RECAP. With the conclusion of most fall sports, with the exception of teams currently in section or state tournaments, the highlights (and lowlights) of each team are shared with the community.

[Photo] 2022 Fall sports recap: Wins, losses, and teamwork

October 27, 2022
COLOR CORE. Patton Blackwell’s PB Paraty, like any painting, is the result of a tangled, multi-step process. “All these steps combine to resonate to the core of each painting...” Blackwell said.

Show brings alumni artistry back to Randolph campus

Georgia Ross, The Rubicon
October 9, 2022
ENGAGEMENT. Tepp, along with other administration members, has shown curiosity and interest in student culture.

New admin adjust to SPA culture

Georgia Ross, The Rubicon
October 6, 2022
GO SPARTANS. Spring athletes talk season dynamics as the seasons come to their end.

[Photo] Spring sports wrap up: The Rubicon recap

May 26, 2022
STICKS UP. The team comes together after a long game for one last cheer after their first game Apr. 13.

Girls’ Lacrosse builds co-op with St. Agnes

Georgia Ross, Staff Writer
April 15, 2022
CONTENT CREATOR. Derulo creates a milli-meal in one of his TikTok videos, marking the addition of another million followers.

[INFLUENCER REVIEW] Jason Derulo: bringing 2000s fame to TikTok

Georgia Ross, Staff Writer
April 14, 2022
Courts need to respect the precedent of law that gives a woman autonomy over her body and the right to make her own medical choices.

Abortion: Why is Roe v. Wade still a debate?

Georgia Ross, Staff Writer
March 3, 2022
Courts need to respect the precedent of law that gives a woman autonomy over her body and the right to make her own medical choices.

[Photo] Spring break in space? It depends.

Alison Mitchell, Staff Writer
March 17, 2022

[TRIPPY THEORIES] Ep. 1: Birds are government surveillance

Georgia Ross, Staff Writer
February 8, 2022
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[Photo] [TRIPPY THEORIES] Ep. 2: Flat Earth theory

Charlotte Goings, Staff Writer
February 15, 2022
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