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The Rubicon

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.
LAYERING. Layering allows for warmth and versatility, as you can shed layers but also add more. On a basic level, it consists of a base layer (left), a mid-layer (middle), and an insulating layer (right). “[In the winter], layering becomes a very crucial part of any outfit. You're putting coats on. You're putting sweaters on. Some people wear sweatpants and then skirts over it, I've seen that on TikTok,” said Donahue.

Warmth before fashion this winter

Thomas Chen, RubicOnline December 7, 2023
Find out what gear will optimize your comfort and warmth in the coming months.
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.
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.
TRADITION. This year will be the Walker Art Center's 35th year of showing the British Arrow Awards. A popular, crowd-pleasing program, it features unique and creative British commercials.

Fight winter fatigue with the British Arrow Awards

Henry Burkhardt, RubicOnline January 4, 2022
Looking for something unique to do this winter? Try the Walker Art Center's showing of the top British commercials.
Senior Fiona Rucker is planning on spending part of next year living in a remote part of Alaska.

Rucker plans for an unusual gap year

Henry Burkhardt, RubicOnline March 18, 2021
Senior Fiona Rucker talks about her gap year plans where she will help her family with trapping in Alaska.
Driving down Loop 306 just outside of San Angelo, TX during the winter Storm on Feb. 14, 2021.

Texas storm leaves thousands wondering what’s next

Lynn Reynolds, RubicOnline March 3, 2021
The storm that left Texans without power or water for days illustrates how climate change is influencing energy systems.
"This year's races this year are a lot shorter because of COVID, the teams from IMAC are split up between two days of races, meaning there are a lot less racers at one time, which means that there they are more low-key where the team is just having a good time supporting each other."

[10 QUESTIONS] Cullen falls for Alpine at “frost” sight

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline February 10, 2021
Junior Sophie Cullen talks about her love for Alpine Skiing and how it has affected her life.
"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.
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
The return of sports for student athletes is something that was much needed in terms of both mental and physical health.

Students share their winter holiday traditions

Elle Chen, RubicOnline December 7, 2020
With the winter season, students describe the various traditions they do to celebrate the winter holidays.
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