Staff Profile
Devon FitzGerald –– Arts & Entertainment Editor
Pre-BSM life, Devon had been destined to a life in a plastic bubble. Ever since childhood, Devon had always had a paralyzing fear of germs. Each surface she touched sent a nauseated shudder through her arm and across her body. The slightest brush with another person made Devon scrub her hands for countless hours, transforming her into a Howard Hughes-esque germaphobe. However, after coming to BSM, she realized that wandering the hallways in a gargantuan plastic bubble wouldn’t work efficiently, so she overcame her fears and successfully landed a position on the Knight Errant.
Tina Fey and Steve Carell make for a solid “Date Night”
Devon Fitzgerald
May 10, 2010
Filed under A&E, a&e featured, Movie Reviews
Based on its trailer, any success (besides the punchline for an NBC late night show) for "Date Night" looked bleak; starring the increasingly un-funny Steve Carell ("Evan Almighty," anyone?), an awkward plot about a middle aged-couple's quest for adventure, and several uncomfortable jokes about retainers,... Read more »
Leap Year
Devon Fitzgerald
January 18, 2010
Filed under A&E, Movie Reviews
Based on its trailer, "Leap Year" should have been another sub-par, over-budgeted romantic comedy starring decent actors who just look pretty on camera. But after watching 100 minutes of pure enjoyment, it's safe to say "Leap Year" is anything but sub-par. Amy Adams ("Enchanted") is phenomenal as... Read more »
Drew Barrymore’s directing debut with “Juno’s” Ellen Page is a knock-out!
Devon Fitzgerald
October 27, 2009
Filed under A&E, Movie Reviews
If anything can top Ellen Page's performance as an impregnated sassy-pants in "Juno," it's "Whip It," another memorable Ellen Page characterization of a sassy teen, but this time, with a passion for roller-derby. Directed by first-timer Drew Barrymore, "Whip It" opens as Bliss Cavender (Ellen Page)... Read more »
Guzman to lead spring break trip to India
Devon Fitzgerald
May 19, 2009
Filed under News, Top Stories
Attention all “Slumdog Millionaire” lovers and wannabes: during spring break of 2010, a group of BSM students will have the opportunity to spend 14 days traveling throughout India. The trip is open to all students grades 9-12, and Sra. Lidibette Rosado-Guzman and Ms. Kathryn Green are hoping for... Read more »
BSM names 2009 Valedictorians and Salutatorian
Devon Fitzgerald
February 23, 2009
Filed under News, Top Stories
After seven semesters of long nights studying, hundreds of cups of coffee, and completing even the most tedious homework assignments, this year's valedictorians and salutatorian have been announced. Seniors Amelia Raether and Griffin Muckley are the class of 2009 valedictorians, while senior Greta Wiessner... Read more »
Apple releases eco friendly MacBooks
devon fitzgerald
January 21, 2009
Filed under News
Apple has yet again put out a new version of their MacBook, however, this new line of computers is truly different from past models. The new MacBook continues the environmental commitment Apple CEO Steve Jobs declared in May 2007 after the company was attacked by environmental group Greenpeace for iPods... Read more »
Literary arts magazine looks for students’ creative works
Devon Fitzgerald
December 16, 2008
Filed under News
For many students, January 9 is simply the last Friday before finals. However, for aspiring artists, it is also the deadline for Apotheosis submissions. Advisers Mr. Tom Backen, Ms. Sue Jacobson, and Ms. Paula Leider and the student editorial board are looking for “drawings, paintings, silkscreen,... Read more »
Letters to America’s next President voice students’ concerns
Devon Fitzgerald
December 16, 2008
Filed under News
The 2008 presidential election had a record number of young voters; however, students in Mr. Tom Backen and Ms. Maura Brew’s Creative Writing classes did much more than just vote. Before the next president was even chosen, the classes were assigned to write a persuasive letter, yet it was not just... Read more »
Teen heartthrobs back for a third time
Devon FitzGerald
November 12, 2008
Filed under A&E, Movie Reviews
As the blue-eyed, teen heartthrob Zac Efron sings in the opening scene, "This is the last chance to make your mark, history will know who we are," High School Musical 3 sets out to do just that--make one last memorable movie to complete Disney's hugely successful High School Musical franchise. Directed... Read more »
Authentic Italian in Eden Prairie
Devon FitzGerald
November 3, 2008
Filed under Restaurant Reviews
From the first taste of the freshly made Italian bread to the last bite of the coveted banana foster dessert, Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano surpasses all expectations of a Midwest chain restaurant. Located in the Eden Prairie Center, Biaggi’s offers exceptional Italian food from kid-friendly items... Read more »
Knightline updates its style
Devon FitzGerald
October 9, 2008
Filed under Activities
Nearly two months into the new school year, the familiarities of daily math assignments, hall passes, and Taco Tuesdays have returned, but one thing is noticeably different than in past years: the absence of Knightline. The regularly occurring show, starring comedic upperclassmen who entertained homerooms... Read more »
Girls’ Swim and Dive is Ready For Conference
Devon Fitzgerald
September 30, 2008
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports
After losing 15 swimmers to graduation and transferring, this year's swim team hasn't lost any momentum. As the reigning conference champions, they hope to reclaim the title, but "this year is really a rebuilding year for us," said co-captain senior Sarah Koch. In an effort to build up the younger swimmers... Read more »
