Eye-opening experience in South Africa
For nearly two weeks over spring break, five senior girls travelled to Konga, South Africa to work in Open Arms orphanage. Started by BSM alum Bob Hickey Solis, the orphanage is a safe haven for the children, many of whom were abandoned by their parents. Ms. Nicole Rasmussen and Spanish teacher Ms. Katie McDonald accompanied the Meredith Lawlor, Jen Deglmann, Melissa Plooster, Brittni Palkert, and Kelsey Jacobson on their mission trip to the orphanage. For the girls, their time in South Africa was more than just a spring break trip--it was about opening their eyes to new experiences and helping others ...
Operation Glass Slipper huge success
It's a girl's most memorable event from high school. Shopping for that beautiful one-of-a-kind gown, searching for the perfect pair of shoes to accompany dress of her dreams, and finding that "just right" piece of jewelry that doesn't draw too much attention away from the girl wearing the dress. Yes, it is prom. The one night that every girl attending can feel like a princess. The harsh reality of the financial burden of this milestone event, for many girls, has crushed their fantasy. Prom can be just another event to stress over due to the outrageous costs of all the ...
BSM girls basketball brings A game to state tournament
The BSM girls basketball team has capped off their 24-2 season with a state championship by knocking off the Hill-Murray Pioneers on March 20. March 17, BSM vs. Willmar Junior Sidney Pilarski waited for the officials' signal before she led her team onto the court against the Willmar Wildcats at the Williams Arena. Coming off of a close win against Minneapolis North in the section championship, the girls were determined to not only make it to, but to win the finals. "Having the game against North just helped us realize that any team can beat us at any time," said sophomore ...
Q&A with state champion Tourville
After six years of cramped auxiliary gym practices, struggling to make weight, and, above all, small teams, senior Nick Tourville was rewarded with a wrestling state championship on March 5. Here's what the three-year captain and state champion wrestler had to say about his season, his road to the state championship, and his reflections on BSM wrestling. KE: How would you say your season went overall? NT: Overall the season went pretty well. As a team, we had some rough patches, but we fared much better than last year. This season was the first in which I have actually felt a part ...
Song Reviews
Sound familiar? The band borrowed their name from the time-traveling car in “Back to the Future” and like the era it came from, Delorean’s single “Real Love” coasts somewhere along the lines of 80s synth-pop and the otherworldly sounds of Animal Collective.
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- Junior Alex Plouff won first in State Speech for story-telling. 2010-04-27
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- Senior Tish Alexander escorted by D'andre Williamson was crowned Prom Princess today!! 2010-04-19
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- Girls' varsity basketball won 1st Place in State on Saturday against Hill-Murray! 2010-03-22
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The backpack battle
written by Alana Profit and Morgan Rogers
Pro-Backpacks Backpacks have become an integral part of the student experience, and taking them away would inevitably cause some logistical problems. First, for the unfortunate student who has Weisgram AP Government in the North Building, then follows it up with Glover Statistics, Band in the North Building,... Continue Reading »
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Changes coming to BSM marketing and communications department
written by Danielle Kincs
Students may have wondered why the faces of their classmates have been turning up in their mail. This is only one of the projects the BSM marketing and communications department has been working on this year. However, with changes coming to the Website, logo, and other internal and external communications,... Continue Reading »
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Bears defeat Red Knights in final seconds
written by Robby Sutherland
After starting their season 11-0, the BSM boys’ lacrosse team failed to redeem themselves from last year’s loss in section finals to their rivals, the Blake Bears. With the loud student section generating a typical homecoming football game atmosphere, this match truly lived up to its potential... Continue Reading »
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The Black Keys breakout with new album “Brothers”
written by Logan McMillen
A grungy, dingy, dirty, overly-sexualized stomp of a back beat opens the Black Keys latest album, “Brothers.” The cooler, younger sibling of the famously overrated White Stripes may finally eclipse the band that launched quirky, blues-rock back into the (relative) mainstream. When they broke... Continue Reading »
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Tremendous 12 – Keelin O’Neil
written by Meredith Gallagher
Feeding her caffeine addiction, trying new foods, and reading a good book are just a few of the things Keelin O’Neil spends her free time doing. Along with a passion for traveling, a love of new experiences, and a dedication to helping others, the Benilde-St. Margaret’s senior has a busy... Continue Reading »
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Step brothers. Although I’m not referring to the in-genius movie with Will Ferrell, my real life experience has been...
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