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American Studies class formed to combine American history and literature

February 3, 2012

Nicole Sarquis, Staff Writer

History teachers tend to ramble off unrelatable facts about flappers, bootlegging, and the ease of life in the “Roaring 20s” during a typical U.S. History class, leaving their students with no real understanding of the subject. At the same time, English teachers’ enthusiasm over F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” can only be understood if students reading the literary classic have a solid knowledge base of the time period the novel is set in. In an attempts to bridge the gap between literature and history studies, two teachers––Ms. Megan Kern and Ms. Anne Marie Dominguez––have paired up to teach their newly developed class, American Studies, to juniors, combining the... Continue Reading

Lumpkin’s layup helps boys’ basketball avoid upset

February 3, 2012

Matt Muenzberg, Sports Editor

“Don’t miss.” That was the thought that ran through the head of senior forward Sanjay Lumpkin when he got the ball under the basket unguarded with three seconds left in the game. Lumpkin made the layup, giving the top ranked boys’ basketball team a 67-65 win over number two Spring Lake Park. “We were just trying to get a screen and roll on the top. The ball went into the corner and I just cut back door and no one was guarding me,” said Lumpkin. The Red Knights struggled to contain Spring Lake Park’s Sean Scott, who had a career night with 36 points, 13 rebounds, and six blocks in a packed, pro-Panther gymnasium. Head coach Mr. John Moore admitted that guarding Scott isn’t an exact... Continue Reading

Rising actors partake in Les Miserables performance

Junior Shannon Galvin rehearses for the upcoming Les Miserables performance wither her fellow cast members. (Giulia Imholte)

Rising actors partake in Les Miserables performance

January 27, 2012

Emily Kline, Staff Writer

Blue Water Theatre Company, one of the Twin Cities’ top performing arts groups for youth, is taking on “Les Misérables,” one of musical theatre’s most famous works, for their winter production. Juniors Rachel Hogen and Shannon Galvin, along with sophomore Rachel Wallace, joined the cast in late November and are currently in rehearsals for the... Continue Reading

SOPA bill is ineffective, inefficient, and infringing

February 1, 2012

Nick Hillson, Staff Writer

The Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) is a bill running through Congress in an attempt to curb the illegal uploading and downloading of copyrighted information and programs. Unfortunately, due to extremely vague wording and unclear definitions, the censorship proposed could extend to websites such as Facebook, various e-mails, and any other free forum. Not only is SOPA ineffective for all but the technologically impaired, but it violates our rights and benefits only a small handful of elites. SOPA works by requiring websites and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to search through sent information and to censor any infringing material. Not only does this ignore the privacy guaranteed in the Constitution... Continue Reading

Mock Trial season testifies the team’s talent

The Mock Trial team had a succesful season at several competitions due to immense practice and help from professional lawyers. (Photo courtesy of Jim Vogl)

Mock Trial season testifies the team’s talent

February 3, 2012

Mallory Hoch, Staff Writer

Beginning in October, the Mock Trial team has practiced every night from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in room 121 in preparation for upcoming competitions. Coming to a close on January 31st, the season ended on a strong note, making it to subsections before loosing their last competition. The season commenced with general practices to help initiate new members.... Continue Reading

SportDateOpponentResultW/L
Boys BasketballFri, Feb 03 Spring Lake Park67-65 Read StoryW
Girls BasketballTue, Jan 31 Minneapolis Southwest70-38W
Girls HockeySat, Jan 28 Hill-Murray1-3 Read StoryL
Boys BasketballSat, Jan 28 North Branch82-21 Read StoryW
Girls BasketballSat, Jan 28 North Branch66-40 Read StoryW
Dance TeamSat, Jan 28 Catholic JamboreeJ: 2nd/K: 3rd
Girls HockeyFri, Jan 27 St. Francis/North Branch10-0 Read StoryW
Boys HockeyFri, Jan 27 Moorhead2-6 Read StoryL
WrestlingFri, Jan 27 Robbinsdale Cooper47-27W
WrestlingFri, Jan 27 Mahtomedi33-34L
Boys HockeyThu, Jan 26 Irondale6-1 Read StoryW
Girls BasketballThu, Jan 26 Chisago Lakes58 -45 Read StoryW
Click on any sport above to see a full schedule for that sport.
SportDateTimeOpponentLocation
Girls HockeySat, Feb 04 3:00Totino-GraceParade Ice Gardens
Boys HockeySat, Feb 04 7:30Spring Lake ParkBlaine
WrestlingSat, Feb 04 9:00TBAPine Island
Girls BasketballMon, Feb 06 6:00DeLaSalleDeLaSalle
Boys HockeyWed, Feb 08 7:30Shattuck-St. Mary'sShattuck-St. Mary's
Girls BasketballFri, Feb 10 7:15St. Louis ParkSt. Louis Park
WrestlingFri, Feb 10 6:00Chisago LakesHome
Boys HockeySat, Feb 11 2:30Totino-GraceSt. Louis Park
Dance TeamSat, Feb 11 1:00SectionsAustin
Boys HockeyTue, Feb 14 7:00Chisago LakesChisago Lakes
Girls BasketballTue, Feb 14 7:15Columbia HeightsHome
Girls BasketballThu, Feb 16 7:15WaconiaHome
Click on any sport above to see a full schedule for that sport.

American Studies class formed to combine American history and literature

Nicole Sarquis, Staff Writer
February 3, 2012

History teachers tend to ramble off unrelatable facts about flappers, bootlegging, and the ease of life in the “Roaring 20s” during a typical U.S. History class, leaving their students with no real understanding of the subject. At the same time, English teachers’ enthusiasm over F. Scott Fitzgerald’s... Read more »

Club 13 to match Jablonski Common Basket donations

Sarah Ehlen, Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2012

In a continued display of support for sophomore Jack Jablonski, the Catholic School’s Week Common Basket collection will go towards the Jack Jablonski Fund, and, as a challenge for students to participate fully, an anonymous group—called Club 13—announced that they will match all donations between... Read more »

Secrets of the substitute teacher

BSM's many substitutes come to each class prepared to handle all ranges of classes

Rachel Frenz, Staff Writer
January 28, 2012

Every time a teacher misses school because of illness or other reasons, substitute teachers are called in. Being a substitute leaves many advantages and lots of free time, but at the same time, they have to be ready to come in within the hour of being called in. Being a substitute has many benefits over... Read more »

The boys’ tennis team honors their teammate, Jablonski

Peter Best, Staff Writer
January 26, 2012

Every member of the boys’ tennis team chipped in to raise both donations and spirits for their teammate Jack Jablonski. The team has raised over $1,000 for the Jack Jablonski Fund, is giving Jablonski’s parents a Lifetime Fitness Spa gift card, and has acquired a signed jersey from Jack’s favorite... Read more »

In remembrance of Doris Christensen, staff member

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Liza Magill , Staff Writer
January 26, 2012

Although the death of a beloved member of a community can evoke sadness and grief in those close to them, it also allows the community to reflect on the lasting impact of their life. With the passing of long-time BSM staff member Doris Christensen on December 10th, the BSM community came together to... Read more »

Twin Cities Golf hosts tournament for Jablonski

Brian Tobelmann, Staff Writer
January 24, 2012

The first ever golf tournament in Minnesota in January was held at Creeks Bend Golf Course and raised more than $2,000 for the Jack Jablonski Trust Fund on Tuesday, January 10, just ten days after sophomore Jack Jablonski’s paralyzing injury in a hockey game. Kevin Unterreiner, part of TwinCitiesGolf.com,... Read more »

Freshmen compete in annual machine competition

Chloe Kennedy, Staff Writer
January 17, 2012

While the rest of the school gathered in the great hall for Grand Knight coronation during homeroom on Friday, Jan. 13, the freshmen congregated in the theater for the final round of the 2012 Machine Competition. The event was led by physical science teachers Abbi Baker and Ted Reiff. Elena Cameron Annie... Read more »

SLP Applebee’s to host pancake breakfast for Jablonski

Ruby Ford, Staff Writer
January 17, 2012

Applebee’s in St. Louis Park will be hosting a pancake breakfast for Jack Jablonski from 6:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. on Jan. 21. All of the proceeds will be going directly to the Jack Jablonski Fund at Wells Fargo. If pancakes aren’t enough to draw you to the scene, there will be much more going on during... Read more »

Support for students continues after Jablonski accident

Anna Landis and Brian Tobelmann
January 10, 2012

Last Thursday morning at 7:40, the chapel was packed with people, hands clasped, heads bowed, clothed in white. Fast-forward to Monday’s prayer service: three sophomore boys sat alone, grieving the tragedy of their fellow classmate, Jack Jablonski. As the public nature of students’ responses... Read more »

Girls’ hockey team makes “Jabby” bracelets

Megan Meskill, Staff Writer
January 9, 2012

In response to the distressing news regarding fellow hockey player Jack Jablonski, the girls’ hockey team decided to raise as much money as possible for the Jablonski family. As a result, red bracelets reading “Jabby #13” and “Stay Strong” were created and will be sold to thousands across the... Read more »