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One of the many new classes BSM is offering for the 2025-2026 school year is Jewelry Design/Metal Smithing.
bsm offers a variety of new classes for next year
Next year, the junior high plans to switch it up with a new schedule! Disclaimer: changes are still being made!
Junior High Plans to Remove Eight-Period Days
A highlight of the field trip experience was meeting Fr. Greg Boyle in person.
Father Greg Boyle Inspires BSM Community
During the month of February, Benilde St. Margarets celebrates Black History Month, a time to come together to reflect and acknowledge the various backgrounds that make up the community.
BSM Will Continue to Celebrate Black History Month
Sarah Foster, the new orchestra director, conducted the orchestra as they played at Mass for the first time since the 23-24 school year.
New Orchestra Teacher Aims to Revitalize Program
BSM's many class options leave students stressed and confused about course selection.
Course Selection: Confusion and Stress
Cohen has been teaching AP Euro for many years, two years at BSM.
Profile: Mr. Cohen
All the popular hair care items Benilde -St. Margaret's students are using.
how do students maintain healthy hair?
The EPIC marketing and communications interns met with the co-founder of IAN Inc. advertising agency to learn about the world of marketing and communications.
Jump-starting Careers with BSM Internships
Senior students are often overwhelmed when choosing their college major.
How BSM Students Pick Their College Major
The BSM Girls Flag Football team are given the honor of playing at the Minnesota Vikings TCO stadium.
minnesota vikings fund a new Girls flag football program
Jalen Wilson scored his 2000th point on Tuesday, February 11th, celebrating after the game with his coach Damian Johnson.
Jalen Wilson and Kendall McGee hit 2000 points
Mr. Pauly's 600th win was much deserved after 37 years of coaching hockey
BSM Boy’s Hockey Coach Makes History With His 600th Win
The BSM alpine ski team celebrates a successful competition at the sections tournament.
BSM Ski Team Reflects on Their Season
The Benilde St. Margaret's dance team focused together before winning the conference championship.
BSM’s most decorated team aims to defend their state title
As Gen Z slips further into their TikTok addiction, students find it physically impossible to look away from their screens.
Our generation is doomed – why TikTok needs to be banned
Southern California waters, before the recent destruction of the aggressive fires and winds.
Following the Fires: Aftermath Persists for BSM and Los Angeles Communities
Students struggle to get enough sleep with their demanding schedules.
Ring Ring: A Sleep Loss Wake-Up Call
Popular Make up brands Charlotte Tilbury and Rare Beauty, along with fake eyelashes, dominant today's make up trends.
“Beauty blindness” throughout the years
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour has captured the attention of millions around the world and shattered the record for most-attended tour.
The End of the Eras Tour, The End of an Era
Students can typically use homeroom for a plethora of reasons, but those who are trying to quietly study can easily be distracted by the chitchat of their peers.
Homeroom Should Be Used as a Free Period
A lottery based college admissions system could greatly impact many aspects of the application process, such as stress, diversity, and more.
Should College Admissions Be Based On A Lottery System?
The class of 2026 now faces the challenge of choosing seven classes to take for their senior year, instead of the usual six.
next year’s seniors will lose a free hour, causing anger
Writing down or saying affirmations to yourself is one of the ways to battle self-doubt.
You Are Loved [Letter to the Readers]
Ready for a refill signs are placed on Starbucks' tables to inform customers about the new policy.
Starbucks Policy Opens the Door to Debate
The Super Bowl Halftime show is one of the most watched performances every year, but some performances leave us wishing for more.
a comprehensive rating of Super Bowl Halftime shows
Mac Miller's new album Balloonerism lives up to the hype.
Mac Miller’s family releases album after his passing
Coconut Cult is often sold out at stores, as people are racing to try the yogurt for themselves.
Coconut Cult
The Weekend released the final installment in his album trilogy
Hurry Up Tomorrow
Grammy nominees hit the red carpet at the 2025 Grammys, wearing bold and beautiful gowns that left viewers in awe.
grammys showcase artists’ bold style
The best meal at Pancheros consists of carnitas tacos, chips and queso, and Pibb.
local mexican restaurant pancheros is a superior alternative to chipotle
The weather has gotten warmer, the tops of Broncos and Jeeps have come off, and an essential summer playlist is needed.
Best Songs of the Summer
As the weather gets warmer, students' motivation regarding schoolwork seems harder to come by.
Tips to Stay Motivated in the Spring
BSM Student or Celebrity Body Double?
BSM Student or Celebrity Body Double?
The Guiding Organization for Leprechaun Defenders (GOLD) expresses irritation with BSM's festivities.
Leprechauns Misrepresented at BSM [Satire]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Henderson [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Henderson [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Schwalen [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Schwalen [Podcast]
Parking Pandemonium
Parking Pandemonium
CIS Book Rating: Dance Moms Pyramid Style
CIS Book Rating: Dance Moms Pyramid Style
BSM Students' Biggest Fears
BSM Students’ Biggest Fears
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Bill Cheney sitting at his famous desk in the help desk.

[Photo] BSM sports get new additions to the teams

Aidan Luebke, Staff Writer
March 8, 2019
Pictures around the school have been put up to prevent bullying.

[Photo] Posters placed around the school to fight bullying

Dylan Boyd, Staff Writer
January 29, 2018
John DeLozier has been an assistant coach for the wrestling team for one year.

[Photo] Assistant coaches lead the way from the sidelines

Dylan Hoen, Staff Writer
January 19, 2018
French students sang Christmas carols for a science class while their teacher held up posters to keep them from forgetting the words.

[Photo] French classes continue Christmas caroling tradition

Kayla Farrey, Varsity Writer
December 20, 2017
Campus Minister Mr. Mike Jeremiah prays with the basketball team before their game.

[Photo] Q&A with Mr. J

Dylan Boyd, Staff Writer
December 2, 2017
BSM spends money on internal improvements, like the parking lot.

[Photo] BSM uses donations in order to improve experience

Spencer Sweeney, Staff Writer
November 21, 2017
Girls' volleyball players show off their gameday dress up outfit.

[Photo] Bill Cheney does more than work at the Help Desk

Riley Miller, Staff Writer
November 26, 2017
BSM health classes don't teach comprehensive sex education.

[Photo] Students need comprehensive sex education

Aspen Konowalchuk, Varsity Writer
November 22, 2017
Carter Booth goes up for a kill.

[Photo] Eighth grader Carter Booth dominated on the varsity volleyball court this past season

Syndi Dailey, Staff Writer
November 17, 2017
Creative Writing Club meets every Monday morning.

[Photo] Creative Writing Club promotes writing outside the classroom

Ben Larson, Staff Writer
November 10, 2017
Senior captain Anna Carr enjoys the captain workshops.

[Photo] BSM hosts new captain leadership workshops

Katie Hansen, Staff Writer
November 3, 2017
The team won their Conference and is now looking to win Sections.

[Photo] After a strong regular season, BSM volleyball is ready for Sections

Stella Fortier, Staff Writer
October 27, 2017
Junior Maizy Jackson helps lead the volleyball team to success.

[Photo] Junior Maizy Jackson is a key component to BSM volleyball success

Matt McGonigle, Staff Writer
October 26, 2017
Baker is teaching Honors Chemistry for the first time at BSM.

[Photo] Ms. Baker teaches Honors Chemistry for the first time

Olivia Pohlen, Staff Writer
October 25, 2017
Henry Koch, Abby Letscher, and Ben Larson were all titled National Merit Scholars.

[Photo] Three BSM seniors awarded the title of National Merit Scholar

Mia Rheineck, Staff Writer
October 9, 2017
Eli Lloyd brings speed to the varsity soccer team

[Photo] Freshmen Phenoms: Ninth graders join varsity teams this fall

Quinn Ehlen, Writer
October 6, 2017
Leung has always been surrounded by music.

[Photo] Steven Leung – Orchestra

Taylor Anderson, Staff Writer
October 6, 2017
Senior Kay Franzese experiences her first and last year at BSM.

[Photo] New Red Knights, First Impressions

Allison Brooks, Staff Writer
October 6, 2017
The team hopes for a State appearance this year.

[Photo] BSM volleyball hopes to turn strong season into a State appearance

Noah Layton, Staff Writer
September 29, 2017
Leung and his students now have more time to practice.

[Photo] BSM now offers orchestra as a class held during the school day

Brady Solomon, Staff Writer
September 18, 2017
This past summer, senior Ingrid Lundberg interned on a local city council campaign.

[Photo] Senior Ingrid Lundberg gains knowledge through campaign internship

Vivian Shinall, Student Life Editor
September 18, 2017

[Video] How Did You Spend Memorial Day Weekend?

May 30, 2017
Megan is the ultimate, humble Red Knight both on and off the ice.

[Video] Megan Cornell

Claudia Elsenbast, Diversions Editor
May 19, 2017
Sedona Brown spent her time at BSM playing softball and hockey and managing the football team, all while spreading her contagious laugh.

[Video] Sedona Brown

Grace Gyolai, Magazine Editor
May 19, 2017

[Video] Summer Break Plans

May 15, 2017

[Video] Mr. Backen’s Retirement

May 11, 2017

[Video] French Field Trip

May 3, 2017
Senior high English teacher Mr. Tom Backen has spent 33 years at BSM, teaching a variety of English classes. Backen started classes such as Film Studies and Debate as well.

[Video] Tom Backen

April 28, 2017

[Video] A day at BSM from A to Z

March 28, 2017

[Video] Teachers guess modern slang

March 19, 2017
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