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    Embracing Indigenous culture: a month of learning
    Embracing Indigenous culture: a month of learning
    November 1, 2024
    [NEWS IN BRIEF] USC's annual blood drive cancelled
    [NEWS IN BRIEF] USC’s annual blood drive cancelled
    October 31, 2024
    FIREWORKS. Traditional Diwali fireworks explode at night to honor light over darkness as the celebration commences.
    Asian Student Alliance hosts inaugural Diwali celebration in the Upper School
    October 30, 2024
    HOMEWORK. Zack Berchenko does Adv. Mechanics with Calculus homework in his living room. Submitted photo: Tara Berchenko
    Student perspectives on mid-semester academics
    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
    October 29, 2024
    POLITICAL RELATIONS. Politics is dividing the nation, but should it divide friendships?
    [2 SIDES, 1 ISSUE] Are politics a dealbreaker in friendships?
    November 2, 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
    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
    IN PERSON, TELEHEALTH. The Planned Parenthood clinic on Vandalia Ave. in Saint Paul offers a number of low to no cost services. PP is the largest provider of sex education, according to their website
    Election threatens teens access to reproductive healthcare
    October 30, 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
    VALUES REIMAGINED. The school’s six core values are: achievement, accountability, community, resilience, inventiveness, and passion. These can remain important guiding principles for current students and alumni/ae of the school; they take on new meaning but are still applicable for graduates’ next journeys.
    [STAFF EDITORIAL] Packing up the school’s greatest gifts doesn’t require a backpack
    May 28, 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
    The Sift is a weekly The Rubicon opinions column focused on the impacts and implications of new technologies.
    AI’s latest target: Cinema?
    October 11, 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
    CARPOOL CONVERSATIONS. Juniors Leah Passe and Nyx Wells commute to school everyday in the morning. Their time carpooling together has lead to many conversations and has fostered their connection. (Photo submitted by Leah Passe)
    Nyx Wells and Leah Passe find more than just convenience in carpooling
    November 2, 2024
    FAMILY FIRST. Reuniting during the holiday season, senior Serene Kalugdan’s extended family gather around a Christmas tree for a photo.
    AWAY FROM HOME: Immigration woven into family histories
    October 30, 2024
    WORK HARD, ACHEIVE GOALS. Ninth-grader Kate Tuttle finds a balance between her social, personal, and academic life, juggling soccer, school, voice lessons, and viola through finding methods that incorporate each aspect. (PHOTO ILLUSTRATION: Annie Zhang)
    How do you balance academics, extracurriculars, and a social life?
    October 29, 2024
    THROUGH THE MAP. Chen's favorite branch of geography is human geography. He finds it as a way to learn about all the different cultures and cuisines of the world.
    De-An Chen unlocks the world through geography
    October 27, 2024
    Ninth graders adjusted to new routines and expectations at the start of the school year. But for some upperclassmen, the time is right to share insight for those who were in their shoes. "…I think it’s important to remember that not everything is that big of a deal," junior Devi Nelson said.
    Been there, done that: a little mid-semester advice for ninth graders
    October 21, 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
    TIME FOR A THROWBACK. Junior Eli Henretta relaxes at home surrounded by records old and new alike. Submitted photo: Eli Henretta
    Beyond streaming: students find new connection in old-school music media
    October 30, 2024
    CLASSIC. Silence fills the room as students are captivated by the the classic 1960 horror mystery film, Psycho.
    Frights and flicks: film club hosts Halloween movie night
    October 30, 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
    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
    WELCOME BACK. English alt-rock group, bôa, releases their first album in twenty years. The album, titled "Whiplash," features incredible instrumentals and highlights Jasmine Rodgers' unique vocals (Screenshot from "Bôa - Whiplash (Official Music Video)" by Bôa on YouTube).
    [ALBUM REVIEW] Two decades later, bôa’s still got it on Whiplash
    October 21, 2024
    BVS advances to state final after defeating Pine Island/Zumbrota-Mazeppa in penalty kicks
    BVS advances to state final after defeating Pine Island/Zumbrota-Mazeppa in penalty kicks
    October 31, 2024
    BVS headed to US Bank after penalty shootout drama
    Spartan boys soccer headed to US Bank after penalty shootout drama
    October 30, 2024
    IN POSITION. The Wolfpack puts the ball back in play after halftime.
    SMB falls to Delano in last regular-season game
    October 28, 2024
    RACE READY. Junior Maren Overgaard uses mantras or little phrases to keep her going when running. "I like to repeat little things in my head, because I get really focused on splits, where I am in the race and who's next to me and all that stuff," she said. The term "splits" refers to the time it takes a runner to complete a specific distance within a race. (SPA SmugMug).
    Maren Overgaard uses mantras to gain a mental edge in cross country
    October 28, 2024
    GVS ADVANCES TO STATE. Captain Annie Zhang holds the section win trophy high as the team cheers.
    Twice as sweet: GVS advances to state
    October 22, 2024
    BVS advances to state final after defeating Pine Island/Zumbrota-Mazeppa in penalty kicks
    BVS advances to state final after defeating Pine Island/Zumbrota-Mazeppa in penalty kicks
    October 31, 2024
    BVS headed to US Bank after penalty shootout drama
    Spartan boys soccer headed to US Bank after penalty shootout drama
    October 30, 2024
    IN POSITION. The Wolfpack puts the ball back in play after halftime.
    SMB falls to Delano in last regular-season game
    October 28, 2024
    GVS ADVANCES TO STATE. Captain Annie Zhang holds the section win trophy high as the team cheers.
    Twice as sweet: GVS advances to state
    October 22, 2024
    #WINNING. Spartan Varsity Soccer pose with their Section Winner trophy.
    BVS ready to threepeat, headed to state tournament
    October 22, 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
    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
    Life expectancy around the world
    Life expectancy around the world
    October 29, 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
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    [RUBIPOLL] Cast your vote
    October 22, 2024
    Q&A with German exchange students
    Q&A with German exchange students
    October 20, 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
    BEHIND THE SCENES. Sonia Kharbanda interviewed five new teachers: Librarian assistant, Tina Tsui; math teacher, Jack Kinseth; english teacher, Meghan Joyce; councelor, Jake Turnbloom; and math teacher Rane Bice.
    [STORY BEHIND THE STORY] Sonia Kharbanda’s “Two truths and one lie,” teachers edition
    September 18, 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
    Senior superlatives for the Class of 2024
    Senior superlatives for the Class of 2024
    June 9, 2024
    [HOW TO] Got time? Make slime.
    [HOW TO] Got time? Make slime.
    May 30, 2024
    Out on the road: life as a student driver
    Out on the road: life as a student driver
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