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The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

The Rubicon

The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

The Rubicon

FROSTY FALLOUT. With the first winter season snows, icy sidewalks are imminent. However, their typical remedy creates a challenge between safety and our environment.

Melting away: the ecological downfalls of road deicing

Aldegundo Brenneman, Staff Writer December 20, 2023
If using salt on the sidewalk is necessary, consider distributing it sparingly and collecting and reusing the salt left behind when the snow clears.
SPEED AND PRECISION. Giles maneuvers through the gates during a race. "If you manage to make it down the first run, it's a good boost of confidence for the second one," he said.

Giles tests his speed and determination with club alpine skiing

Siri Pattison, RubicOnline May 16, 2023
Junior Henry Giles competes internationally for alpine skiing, but not without challenges.
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
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.
PARKING PROBLEMS. Snow build-up, cold temperatures, and newly licensed drivers have been making parking in the SPA lots much more challenging. As the lengthy Minnesota winter carries on and most students are arriving to school in a car, it's likely that these difficulties will remain prominent.

Parking lots shrink as snow piles up

Thomas Ferguson and Thomas Kovarik February 25, 2023
What is the cause of parking difficulties for SPA students? The answer lies in brutal Minnesota winter weather.
With upcoming forecast, teachers plan for snow day learning

With upcoming forecast, teachers plan for snow day learning

News in Brief February 21, 2023
With snow totals this week estimated near two feet for the second time in 2023, administration looks online to keep classes moving forward.
LOCAL DROUGHT. As of Nov. 8, 6.54% of Minnesota is experiencing extreme drought, which has caused Minnehaha Falls to dry up for the second year in a row.

From snow to drought, climate change is ever-present in Minnesota

Rita Li, RubicOnline November 9, 2022
Extreme weather conditions alter how Minnesotans experience fall.
BUNDLE UP. As temperatures continue to drop, wearing proper layers and taking precautions continues to be essential to getting through winter. "[The key is] just adapting to being outside and wearing a little bit of comfy or warmer clothing in general,” senior Henry Wertkin said.

How to survive winter weather

Kevin Chen, RubicOnline January 15, 2022
Now more than ever, it's important to stay safe, warm and most of all, healthy.
"She's still a puppy, so she's super energetic. It can be a lot to deal with sometimes, but I can tell we've built a bond already."

Dogs + Snow: We Know

Jonas Bray, Photojournalist February 6, 2021
A small gallery of dogs in snow, a combination that either gets people laughing or weirded out.
How to build the perfect snowman

How to build the perfect snowman

Lynn Reynolds, RubicOnline January 27, 2021
The best way to make a snowman this winter.
Meet sophomore Calvin He who just transferred to SPA from Taipei American School.

[ILLUSTRATED INTERVIEW] He compares life in Taiwan to life in Minnesota

Elle Chen, Production Manager September 24, 2020
From snowless winters to public transportation, sophomore Calvin He compares his experiences.
[SPA THINKS] Why do you like winter?

[SPA THINKS] Why do you like winter?

Jenny Ries, The Rubicon December 16, 2019
Winter brings a bunch of joy and beautiful scenery inside and outside the halls of St. Paul Academy and Summit School, but also a bunch of hassle.
Players discuss the next play. SMB Wolfpack is set to play on Wednesday at 7 pm at home.

[PHOTO GALLERY] SMB Wolfpack battles for a win in the snow

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline October 14, 2019
SMB Wolfpack won the seventh game of the season.
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