Staff Profile
Adam Bilski –– Staff Writer
As a full time member of the PGA Tour, Adam Bilski travels all around the world competing in golf tournaments with the likes of Phil Mickelson, Tiger Woods, and Rory McIlroy. With a stroke average of just over eighteen shots per round, it is rare to see Bilski not get a hole-in-one on every hole. As he casually picks up million dollar checks from week to week for golf, people wonder if the high school senior is able to balance his grades with his job. This is why he is enrolled in the easiest high school ever that gives the least amount of homework. Golf is not his only strong suit; along with it, Adam finds rocket science, surviving the Hunger Games, and talking to women extremely easy. During the golfing offseason, Adam earns money by working two jobs: playing piano at Menards and stocking shelves at the local jazz bar. When not working, you can most likely find Adam Bilski at his house either fully understanding his physics textbook or preparing for the zombie apocalypse.
As the track season progresses, individuals aim to break records
Adam Bilski and Kathleen Meskill
May 17, 2013
Filed under Spring Sports
Nolan Ahlm Senior captain Nolan Ahlm hopes for a successful season as his sixth year running track for BSM. Ahlm runs the 110 meter high hurdles and jumps the long jump and triple jump. Running cross country in the fall helps keep him in shape for the track season. “I hope to make it to state in the... Read more »
Freshman Simon Guzan looks to continue his on-court tennis success
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
May 14, 2013
Filed under Spring Sports
With around 17 tournaments and scrimmages during this busy spring season, the young talent of the boys’ tennis team hopes to gain enough experience to have a chance at sections and a state title. As a freshman, Simon Guzan, who already has experience on varsity, looks to lead the team this year and... Read more »
Two senior athletes sign letters of intent
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
May 6, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs
Senior Rachel Thorstenson signed a letter of intent with the University of North Dakota to dive for them next fall. With friends already on the team, Thorstenson looks to have a great time while reaching her goals of reaching diving championships. Division one diving requires a lot of commitment and... Read more »
Common basket money to go towards Red Knights for H2OPE
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
April 24, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
The money donated to the common basket at school mass on Wednesday, April 24, will be given to a program taking place in the engineering department here, reaching out to the remote locations of the world susceptible to disease because of unsanitary drinking water. The world consists of 70% water, but... Read more »
Journalism students and advisors travel to San Francisco for convention
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
April 23, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
Four students from the journalism program along with four teachers will be going to San Francisco, California to attend a journalism convention hosted by the National Scholastic Press Association this coming weekend. At the conference there will be classes about all different types of journalism from... Read more »
Matthews named 2013 Prom Princess
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
April 22, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
Juniors and seniors gathered Monday, April 22, in the theater after first hour for the Prom Princess coronation. Emcee’s Francesca Peck and Hannah Haughey along with Mr. BSM, Rooscol Rozambert, announced the nominees and crowned the winner, senior Mackenzie Matthews. Other candidates included seniors... Read more »
Drama department prepares for “Thoroughly Modern Millie” performance
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
April 22, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
The drama department will be performing the production of “Thoroughly Modern Millie” this spring. With auditions in February, the cast has been practicing since March and the many hours of hard work play a key roll in on-stage confidence. Sophomore Luke Guidinger plays Millie’s boss, the second... Read more »
Seniors hear from speaker about staying safe in college
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
April 17, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
Jan Jenkins, author of “Footprints of Courage” and parent of a 2002 college homicide victim, shared her stories and advice to seniors during second hour on Wednesday, April 17. Presenting her touching story in the Chapel, seniors learned her message of “Got your back,” demonstrating a real life... Read more »
Spring Preview: Girls’ Softball
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
April 9, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs
Softball looks to have a strong season with many returning varsity players and a lot of young talent. With one of the toughest sections to come out of, the girls will practice hard as they will attempt to make their way to the State Championship. Junior captains Molly Kopp and Abby Miller will lead the... Read more »
Falling From Friday needs votes for contest to perform at Warped Tour
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
April 4, 2013
Filed under Student Life
Falling From Friday — a student band featuring juniors Lars Oslund on drums, JJ Monroe on bass and vocals, and Jackson Catton on guitar and vocals—has entered a contest to be featured in Warped Tour 2013. People can vote for their favorite bands online an unlimited number of times to boost their... Read more »
NHS hosts second successful blood drive of the year
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
March 22, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
National Honors Society hosted their second blood drive of the year on March 20, and students who signed up had the opportunity to save the lives of up to three people by donating their blood. As long as students meet the given weight and height requirements, they are welcomed to donate their blood,... Read more »
Two swimmers compete, nearly break records at State
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
March 8, 2013
Filed under Winter Sports
The University of Minnesota Aquatic Center filled with people on March 1 and 2 as everyone came to watch the best high-school swimmers in the state. A moveable divider separated the 25-yard racing pool from the 12 other warm up lanes. Behind the blocks, a 20-foot diving well positioned itself under 7... Read more »
St. Louis Park restaurant to host fundraiser for Jack Jablonski
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
March 7, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
On Sunday, March 10 at Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill in St. Louis Park, there will be a fundraiser supporting Jack Jablonski. Jabby Fest will feature live music from bands Tramps Like Us, The Melvilles, and Wilkinson James. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for food and drinks, and the live music... Read more »
BSM students involved in 13th Empty Bowls event
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
March 6, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
On Thursday, March 7, St. Louis Park Emergency Program (STEP) is hosting the 13th annual Empty Bowls event at the St. Louis Park Recreation Center. The event helps capture the reality of hunger struggles going on right here in the Twin Cities. In past years, students have donated ceramic pottery to be... Read more »
Seniors with snowboarding hobby take advantage of snow
Stephen Jacobs and Adam Bilski
February 28, 2013
Filed under Student Life
With the winter season in full swing, snow accumulations reaching their maximums, and winter sport and activity commitments drawing to a steady close, four seniors take advantage of snowboarding before the snow on the slopes melts. Competitive snowboarding requires a lot of individual passion and... Read more »
Two swimmers move on to State meet
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
February 27, 2013
Filed under Winter Sports
Two swimmers qualified for the state swimming meet where they will take on the fastest and strongest high school swimmers at the University of Minnesota Aquatic Center this weekend. The prelim round is on Friday, March 1, establishing a top 16 to return to the finals on Saturday, March 2. Sophomore... Read more »
BSM plans to offer Chinese I class as part of next years World Language curriculum
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
February 20, 2013
Filed under News
A Chinese class will be added to the curriculum next year after being approved by the administration, expanding the world language department and making BSM even more competitive with surrounding schools. Prospective parents have been pushing for the chance to have a Chinese elective for many years.... Read more »
Table Tennis takes fourth at State tournament
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
February 13, 2013
Filed under Activities
After a long season with tough competitions and fun practices, Table Tennis took fourth place at the State tournament last weekend. Many teams competed in singles and doubles matches throughout the tournament. Senior Tara Fan competed in the boys division throughout the season even though she could... Read more »
Juniors participate in annual Building Your Future Day
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
February 12, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
Juniors are taking a day off regular schedule today in order to rotate around different mini-classes to get started with planning their future college plans. During these sessions, students will learn the steps to take in applying to schools after high school. College counselors are teaching short seminars... Read more »
Parent Association funds digital signage project
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
February 7, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
The parent association funded a project to install three 55 inch television advertising screens to BSM, yet another addition advancing the school’s technology usage. Within the next month, the technology department will be adding these screens around the school to be used for informational marketing,... Read more »
Senior commits to run track for Xavier
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
January 28, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs
Following a visit to Xavier University last week, senior Haley Jerabek accepted an offer to run Division I track for the school. Jerabek knew she would be either playing soccer or running track in college, but her talent in the 800 meter race drew her to commit to Xavier on January 27. Xavier University... Read more »
Amity Scholars visit again this year
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
January 27, 2013
Filed under News
As in years past, BSM is hosting two new amity scholars during second semester. The Amities will be assisting teachers and helping students develop their foreign language skills. Part of the experience allows them to also enhance their English skills while being fully emerged in American culture. France... Read more »
Seniors Nominated for AAA Award
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
January 23, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
Proving to be completely well-rounded individuals, seniors Nolan Ahlm and Catherine Cole have been nominated for the Triple A award by the Minnesota State High School League which recognizes students for their Academic, Arts, and Athletic talents. Catherine Cole works hard every day balancing many... Read more »
Two part final exams shouldn’t fill modified schedule
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
January 18, 2013
Filed under Opinions
Teachers are taking advantage of the modified schedule this week by making two part finals. Because classes all vary in length, some class periods last thirty minutes and others are sixty minutes long. Many teachers have decided that there is too much information for one final, but that shouldn’t necessitate... Read more »
Rave: Students Carrying Tissues
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
January 18, 2013
Filed under Rants & Raves
I don’t care if it’s flu season or not, but there is nothing smarter than carrying around three tissues in your pocket. It is very important to be ready to tackle the worst, most embarrassing moments. You never know when the tingle will hit your nose. Be a hero, carry tissues.
Rant: Classroom Without Tissues
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
January 14, 2013
Filed under Rants & Raves
It’s the middle of the final exam, the end of the semester, and your grade depends on this one test. And then this chill hits the air, your eyes begin to cringe, and the sensation in your nose becomes overwhelmed with the visible dust particles that hit the rays of sun beaming in from the window. You... Read more »
Students participate in first lockdown drill since Newtown
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
January 8, 2013
Filed under News Briefs
With the recent tragedy in Connecticut, measures have been taken across the country to ensure safety of students in schools and assist parents experiencing difficulty in sending their children off to school from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on a daily basis. One precaution BSM has taken is making sure students... Read more »
Rant: Lesser versus fewer
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
January 7, 2013
Filed under Rants & Raves
We are clearly the best school in the metro because our teachers are fewer strict than other teachers and we do less hours of homework than other students at different schools. We have less days of school than Totino-Grace. There is fewer time in our school day than the time in SLP’s school day. Yes,... Read more »
Homerooms stand out in Christmas common basket collection
Anna McCloskey and Adam Bilski
December 21, 2012
Filed under News
Every year, students unite their homerooms, pooling together money and presents for the Christmas common basket project, to help families in need during the holiday season. Students recognize that the Christmas common basket project is a necessity, the giving comes in physical form, but more importantly... Read more »
Pop choir brings holiday cheer to local nursing home
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
December 18, 2012
Filed under News Briefs
BSM’s high school pop choir will be performing Christmas songs at the St. Therese Nursing home this afternoon, December 18, at 1:30. Juniors Avery Bather and Danny Faber suggested singing at the nursing home as they regularly volunteer there. “We are bringing music to people. I know that this really... Read more »
Girls’ basketball drops close one to Simley
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
December 5, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs
Girl’s basketball lost to Simley High School 55-59 on the road on Tuesday, December 4. During a great first half, the girls played hard and scored an impressive 31 points against Simley’s 18. However, solid play by Simley in the second half led the Red Knights to a four point loss. As it is only... Read more »
Mrs. Teyssier to fill teaching spot in junior high
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
November 16, 2012
Filed under News Briefs
Mrs. Tracy Teyssier filled the spot of former junior high science teacher Mr. Jeff Hartwick on October 29. Taking on five classes, Mrs. Teyssier began teaching this week. “The students are polite and smiling. I find it a really respective place to work,” Mrs. Teyssier said. With the welcoming... Read more »
Linder prepares for role as the Nutcracker
Adam Bilski and Stephen Jacobs
November 13, 2012
Filed under Student Life, Top Stories
Benilde St. Margaret’s freshman Peter Linder, ballet dancer for the Academy of Russian Ballet, excels with passion as a male in a mostly female dominated art form. After multiple auditions, Linder beat out the competition and obtained the lead role of the Nutcracker in the classic Christmas performance. Each... Read more »
Students react to election results
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
November 8, 2012
Filed under News
With the election now over, after a very long eighteen months of campaigning for both parties, students have been able to develop their own opinions about what candidate they thought would be best for our country. During the mock election this year, BSM students showed a slight preference for Romney... Read more »
Theater department produces unique version of “Working”
Rachel Hogen, Stephen Jacobs, and Adam Bilski
October 25, 2012
Filed under Activities, Top Stories
For its fall performance this year, the theatre department will be presenting “Working,” a compilation piece about the lives of workers within a community. The production is directed by Marilee Mahler, who brought in her son, Mike Mahler, a BSM alum, to help the cast out during rehearsal in early... Read more »
Voting yes on Voter ID amendment is common sense
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
October 1, 2012
Filed under Opinions
The election process in this state is weak, unfair, and unclear; words that should not be associated with any government. This November, voters will have the option to change Minnesota’s election process by voting yes to the question: “Shall the Minnesota Constitution be amended to require all voters... Read more »
Rant: Toga Day
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
September 28, 2012
Filed under Rants & Raves
Why are kids walking to class wearing bed sheets? Apparently a bed sheet is the equivalent of a toga to students. Homecoming week dress up days should bring people together, and students should show pride by wearing the school colors red and white. Togas could be red and white which would count toward... Read more »
Japanese students from sister school Kaisei Gakuin tour BSM
Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
September 20, 2012
Filed under News Briefs, Top Stories
Uniformly dressed students from BSM’s sister school in Japan, Kaisei Gakuin, will get to push through the hallways at school, visit the Mall of America and St. John’s University, explore museums and art institutes downtown, and experience other aspects of American lifestyle in the community. They... Read more »
Football team looks forward to successful season despite early setbacks
Stephen Jacobs and Adam Bilski
September 19, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports
Equipped with a new offensive lineup, a strong defense, and dedicated fan support, the football team looks to compete for a title in what should be an exciting season. The team plays in the North Suburban Conference, which Columbia Heights left this year and Totino Grace left last year, creating space... Read more »
