Student filmaker takes first with anti-gambling ad
Written by Sara Schlueter · March 24, 2009
Film student senior Zack Arostegui portrayed the harmful effects of gambling through his brief yet informative 30 second film titled “Gambling Runs Rampant.” Using stop motion techniques, he made a deck of playing cards move across a table into the pocket of an unsuspecting victim to take... (more...)
Unigo gives an honest look at colleges
Written by chloe quinn · March 24, 2009
Researching colleges may be an exciting experience to begin with, but students still struggle to find the time they need to focus on their academic futures with their overly-packed schedules; unfortunately, the down-turned economy makes visiting colleges impractical, as well. The Web site... (more...)
“Feast of Life” makes Gospel come alive
Written by Meredith Gallagher · March 24, 2009
Performing for a crowded auditorium on Saturday, March 14, choir students put on “Feast of Life,” a modern-day interpretation of the Gospel of Luke featuring the vocal talents of 17 BSM choir students. “There’s a big group of seniors this year,” said Nancy Stockhaus. “They wanted... (more...)
Re-evaluate the web filter system at BSM
Written by editorial staff · March 24, 2009
Students are tired of the over-zealous Barracuda web filter. We can’t consistently access our e-mail. We can’t get on to news sites. We can’t get on to sites that touch on controversial topics. We need to re-evaluate the filtering system since the one in place undermines the central purpose... (more...)
Patisserie Margo: the perfect sweet stop
Patisserie Margo
Cherry and apricot danishes and flourless chocolate raspberry tortes call to hungry diners from their glass display casesWritten by maria cass · March 24, 2009
A small store front in a strip mall, Patisserie Margo does anything but stand out. However, don’t let the plain green awning and single chair patio disillusion you: Patisserie Margo sets the bar for other small and locally owned bakeries. Sparsely decorated, Patisserie Margo is not for... (more...)
The National––So Far Around
March 22, 2009
Even in the frenzied, often electronic times of indie rock today, The National pulls back to create a sweet, calm, and natural tune. Read More →
Boys’ Basketball Defeated Against Top Seeded Team
Written by Mike Geer · March 19, 2009
A strong performance in the first half was not enough to hold off number one seeded Washburn Millers, who won 73-61 in the Section 6 semi-final. Washburn, who kept the number four seed in the state much of the year, was notorious for cutthroat defense and an effective fast-break offense,... (more...)
Boys’ Basketball Victory Over Delano Tigers In Sections
Written by Mike Geer · March 19, 2009
The Red Knights backed up their number four seed against fifth seeded Delano in a 70-47 rout in the first round of boys’ basketball sections on March 11. After jumping ahead 17-6 early in the first half, the Red Knights did not look back and held onto their lead largely due to aggressive... (more...)
Naples, Italy: a modern “Gomorrah”
Written by Andy Lesser · March 19, 2009
“The Godfather” and “Scarface” painted the life of a gangster as dark and wicked, yet undeniably cool. Director Matteo Garrone must have felt disillusioned by such a presentation, for in “Gomorrah” he fixes the genre’s stereotype by exposing the lives of these drug-selling mobsters... (more...)
Electronics should be allowed outside the classroom
Written by Shannon Cunnien · March 19, 2009
Music many times generally equals life for most, if not all, high school students. Restricting students from using such an essential item for over six hours out of the day is practically insane. Students should be allowed to use personal electronics outside of the classroom in school. Not... (more...)