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Orchestra class is not being offered first semester due to the lack of a teacher.
Does BSM still Offer Orchestra?
AI generated pictures of Disney World "flooded" circulating Facebook, Telegram, and X, gaining nearly half a million views.
Hurricane Milton: Fake News
Members of Gen Z face several new challenges that greatly impact their mental health
Gen Z is facing a mental health crisis
BSM's Culture and Heritage Fair
BSM’s Culture and Heritage Fair
Mick Hawkins announcing at a sport game cheering on the Red Knights to victory.
80-year-old Mick Hawkins continues to commentate sporting events
Students struggle to complete their school work while battling sickness.
a rampant Sickness is flooding BSM
The senior students gather together to celebrate the start of their last year with a tailgate on the BSM turf.
How Will the Class of 2025 Step Up As Leaders?
As winter approches, many are getting excited to bring out their winter fashion style.
winter fashion returns in full swing
BSM Mock Trial gathers for an evening practice on Tuesday, November 5th.
mock trial has high hopes for their upcoming season
John Blomer: Top Ranked in Minnesota for Chess
John Blomer: the story of BSM’s Competitive Chess Player
BSM Senior Sebastian Cerda competing in the 5K at the 2024 MN Cross Country State meet.
Sebastian Cerda competes at Cross Country State
Student-athletes are recognized at morning ceremony as they officially sign with their college.
16 student athletes officially commit to college on signing day
BSM's mountain biking team, BBB, is a combined team with both BSM students and Blake students.
Mountain biking heads to state
An enthusiastic cheering section is vital to team spirit.
Students Lack Enthusiasm After Halftime
Former high school swimmer Nate Stone brings his experience to BSM swim and dive team.
Swim Team Dives Into Season with a New Coach
Many words that students commonly knew ten years ago aren't known today; a main contributing factor to this situation is a decline in reading.
“I Don’t Know What That Means”: Students’ Vocabularies Are Dropping
BSM's Red Knotes choir class rehearses with small numbers of due to a lack of enrollment of music, but their energy remains high and positive.
Why aren’t students pursuing music at BSM?
Political coverage of the 2024 presidential election ranges from traditional news to social media.
How We Cover the 2024 Election
Cosmetic products, procedures, and diets are constantly advertised to women and have been for decades.
How BSM students deal with beauty standards
Maris LaPointe competing at the Dance Awards in 2018.
Profesional Cheerleaders: Column
The 2010s marked an exciting and active time in the world of dystopian novels/movie adaptations.
Dystopian Adaptations: A 2010s Enigma
Breaks are more stressful than regular school days.
the influx of homework over breaks needs to end
Accessories and clothing attire including Doc Martens, Checkered Vans, Hydroflasks, and shell necklaces are all fashion fails.
biggest Fashion fails of the 2010’s
Lots of people like to decorate and personalize their journals to reflect their interests and passions.
the transformative power of journaling
Students are unable to use the Haben bathroom at all times during the day, causing anger within the student body.
closing of the haben bathroom is a crime
Effective graphics and jump scares in "Smile 2" draw horror movie lovers in.
Smile 2: Worth the Watch
Taylor Swift's Evermore, Zach Bryan's American Heartbreak, and Noah Kahan's Stick Season.
fall music is superior
Wrath of the Triple Goddess is the perfect addition to Percy's senior year adventures.
the percy jackson series continues: the wrath of the triple goddess
Emily navigates new challenges in her career and love life meanwhile embracing the vibrant culture of Paris in season four.
emily in Paris: fourth season excites loyal fans
6 Pogues continue their journey to find treasure that could have been connected to them all along.
new season of Outer Banks hits the mark
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]
Many words that students commonly knew ten years ago aren't known today; a main contributing factor to this situation is a decline in reading.
“I Don’t Know What That Means”: Students’ Vocabularies Are Dropping
BSM's Culture and Heritage Fair
BSM’s Culture and Heritage Fair
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Mary Fran and Mr. J Reflect on 50 Years of BSM [podcast]
College Decisions
College Decisions
Ambitions and Experiences of BSM Boys' Lacrosse Team
Ambitions and Experiences of BSM Boys’ Lacrosse Team
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Senior Jessica Hill with a common basket.

[Photo] Transferring to BSM senior year

Jessica Hill, Staff Writer
June 1, 2018
Admissions Director Mr. Ted Freese assists families who are interested in BSM and have students on the waiting list.

[Photo] BSM implements waiting lists for the 2018-19 year

Sarah Luong, Staff Writer
May 25, 2018
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[Photo] It’s just bubbles without flavor and bad packaging

Sarah Corneliuson, Staff Writer
May 24, 2018
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[Photo] The debate over drinking LaCroix

May 24, 2018
Junior Jane Hoyt is the cofounder of BSM's Classics Club. Hoyt hopes to encourage more students to join.

Immigrant Literature reads multiple books over the course of a semester to learn about the lives immigrants and the immigrant experience.

[Photo] Immigrant literature provides opportunities for students

Max Byzewski, Staff Writer
May 23, 2018
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[Photo] Valedictorian: Abby Letscher

Lizzie McCracken, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
Jessica Hill came to BSM as a senior, but she made an immediate impact on the community with her kindness and service work.

[Photo] Jessica Hill

Megan Olk, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
Ikenna's performance in sports, singing, and as a friend are only some of the attributes that make him fabulous. Next year, Ikenna will be attending Winnona State University and playing on the football team as a linebacker.

[Photo] Ikenna Ujuagu

Brielle Baker, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
Senior Max Byzewski and the other golfers practiced indoors.

[Photo] BSM boys’ golf finally on the course after tough weather

Luke Coughlin, Staff Writer
May 8, 2018
The BSM golf team has been forced to practice inside thus far.

[Photo] BSM spring sports’ schedules change due to wild weather

Ryan Frost, Staff Writer
April 26, 2018
Alum Kelly Pannek returned to BSM to be recognized for her success in the 2018 Olympics. She played a key role in the success of the U.S. Women's National Hockey team.

[Photo] Alum Kelly Pannek (’14) reflects on her gold medal win at the 2018 Winter Olympics

Sarah Hansberry, Staff Writer
April 3, 2018
Olympic gold medalist, Ms. Kelly Pannek, returned to BSM to speak to students and reconnect with her old teachers.

[Photo] Olympic gold medalist and BSM alum, Ms. Kelly Pannek, visits BSM

Sammy Deterding, Staff Writer
March 25, 2018
Coach Creer runs workouts for the girls' lacrosse team.

[Photo] Coach Joe Creer runs workouts for BSM sports’ teams

Quinn Ehlen, Staff Writer
March 20, 2018
With all the distractions posed by technology, BSM looks for ways to minimize the impact. Photo Illustration by William Krane

[Photo] Discovering if new distraction blocking application is useful

Kailyn Pedersen, A&E Editor
March 23, 2018
Senior Jordan Frantz shattered the glass in the lunchroom’s vending machine.

[Photo] Finding the weirdest things to happen at BSM

Turner Wine
March 19, 2018
Each year, BSM's week of March Madness celebration culminates in a student vs. faculty basketball game. Last year, the students took the win, but––with talent on both sides this year––either side could win.

[Photo] BSM gears up for annual student vs. teacher basketball game

Katie Hansen, Staff Writer
March 8, 2018
Another student cracks and falls grip to February's resolution pressure.

[Photo] New Year’s resolutions are breaking at an alarming rate

Noah Layton, Staff Writer
February 23, 2018
Brielle Baker reviews Fergie's disastrous performance of the National Anthem.

[Photo] One singer’s review of Fergie’s National Anthem

Brielle Baker, Staff Writer
February 23, 2018
Many students at BSM use streaming services as a main source of music.

[Photo] Music streaming services provide easy access to music

Kailyn Pedersen, Arts Editor
February 16, 2018
Field trips allow students to learn in the real world.

[Photo] Music department moves outside the classroom

February 16, 2018
Noah Bridges recreates a favorite moment of his Jewish heritage while quaking with hand-placement terror.

[Photo] Examining modern Bar/Bat Mitzvahs

Noah Bridges, Diversions Editor
February 16, 2018
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[Photo] Five books all high school students should read

Charlie Kraemer, Staff Writer
February 5, 2018
Teachers met to discuss curriculum in their specific subjects

[Photo] Teachers attend seminars about enduring learnings

Brendan Amaris, Staff Writer
January 26, 2018
A mural at the UAA where Junior Myrka Zambrano volunteers.

[Photo] Junior Myrka Zambrano lives the Catholic Social Teachings through her work at UAA

Olivia Pohlen, Staff Writer
January 17, 2018
Mr. Jake Ingalls is enjoying his time back at BSM.

[Photo] Mr. Jake Ingalls coaches and teaches at BSM

Braeden Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
January 16, 2018
Through the years, many BSM students have noticed a difference between their perceptions of Christmas as children and now.

[Photo] Christmas from childhood to adulthood

Bridget Yazvec, Staff Writer
December 19, 2017
Alums Lauren McDonell (left) and Maria Satre (right) visit with Gracey Scott (middle).

[Photo] Five BSM graduates attend service academies

Lorenzo Cerda, Staff Writer
December 28, 2017
Dunn shoots a free-throw against rival Edina.

[Photo] BSM boys’ basketball player Joe Dunn wears jersey number 23

Braeden Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
December 15, 2017
Senior Noah Bridges cradles his new iPhone X.

[Photo] iPhone X: it’s new and shiny, but is it worth it?

Noah Bridges, Staff Writer
December 15, 2017
Many families decide to take vacation over Christmas break.

[Photo] BSM students travel to unique locations during Christmas break

Aspen Konowalchuk, Staff Writer
December 11, 2017
Although they are 0-2, the team is optimistic about how they have played thus far.

[Photo] BSM boys’ basketball loses in a close game to rival Edina

Braeden Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
December 8, 2017
Seniors in Christian Vocations classes had to plan their lives around their newborn (flour) children for a week.

[Photo] Seniors in Christian Vocations classes participate in flour baby projects

Bridget Yazvec, Staff Writer
December 4, 2017
English teacher Kaia Preus uses lights as part of her decorations.

[Photo] Teachers decorate rooms to enhance learning environment

Kelly Dempsey, Staff Writer
November 20, 2017
The ATV helped the football team move their supplies

[Photo] BSM gets ATV to help football team

Dylan Boyd, Staff Writer
October 30, 2017
Clear tries to listen to others, rather than talking herself.

[Photo] Emily Clear doesn’t interrupt anyone

Emily Clear, Staff Writer
November 16, 2017
Youngblut uses social media platforms, such as Instagram, for the first time.

[Photo] Mary Youngblut is a first time social media user

Mary Youngblut, News Editor
November 16, 2017
Coach Hanks uses many strategies to help the team win.

[Photo] BSM football coach Jon Hanks helps lead team to success

Riley Miller, Staff Writer
October 29, 2017
The old wellness sign-in sheet didn’t tell the administration where the student was––it just said that the student was near the sheet once (or at least their friend who signed them in was) and then they could have been anywhere in the school. Even this hallway.

[Photo] The best decision the school has ever made

Henry Quant, Varsity Writer
October 26, 2017
The boys are looking to move on from the blown speaker incident and perform to the best of their abilities this year.

[Photo] Boys’ dance team ready for huge performance

Stella Fortier, Staff Writer
October 5, 2017
Senior JinLee Gunvalson thinks his family favors his sister Xela.

[Photo] Freshman and Senior sibling pairs have a unique BSM experience

Olivia Pohlen, Staff Writer
October 5, 2017
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[Photo] BSM girls’ swim hopes tight bond will help them find success

Estelle Beutz, Staff Writer
September 21, 2017
Junior Gabe Jackson practices to prepare for the upcoming meets.

[Photo] BSM girls’ and boys’ track competed at True Team Sections

Anna Bergsland, Staff Writer
May 18, 2017
The money raised by the Parent Association returns to BSM in the form of scholarships and educational programing.

[Photo] BSM hosts annual treasure hunt

May 11, 2017
Hattie Hoffman is a captain on the softball team.

[Photo] Spring sports teams have unique leadership with junior captains

Max Jensen, Staff Writer
May 11, 2017
Senior Sam Huff is so excited to be a part of the Texas Christian University horned frog family next year.

[Photo] College decision day approaches for BSM seniors

Riley O'Connor and Lizzie Ambre, Staff Writer and Student Life Editor
April 24, 2017
The Great Hall (left) and the Haben Center (right) are our two gyms at BSM. When compared side-by-side, both gyms have their positives and negatives.

[Photo] Showdown: Haben vs. Great Hall

Erin Long, Staff Writer
April 2, 2017
The cast of the musical have begun rehearsals, and they often participate in bonding exercises before practice.

[Photo] Drama department rehearses musical with music written by alum

Lizzie Ambre, Student Life Editor
March 30, 2017
If you're traveling for spring break, you can't forget to bring the necessities including headphones, tennis shoes, and maybe even leave room for a souvenir.

[Photo] Easy steps to help prepare for spring break

Lucy Scherer, Staff Writer
March 15, 2017
Maybe the black mold is hidden down this hall? #ynk

[Photo] The indefinite ranking of the BSM hallways

Mary Youngblut, Staff Writer
March 9, 2017
Senior and freshman Peyton and Grace Melin wanted to collect money for Safe Families for Children as the Ash Wednesday Common Basket because of a personal connection with the organization. To raise awareness, they presented the organization to theology classes a week prior to the collection.

[Photo] Common Basket held for Safe Families for Children

Maddie Turk, Staff Writer
March 7, 2017
Martin Luther King Jr. sets an example for us all as the peaceful and persistent leader of the Civil Rights Movement.

[Photo] Reflecting on Black History Month

Kailyn Pedersen, Staff Writer
March 2, 2017
Two blondes with their hands on their hips. If you look closely, you can see that they are not the same person, but in fact Caroline Murphy and Ms. Preus.

[Photo] Students and teachers who look alike

Claudia Elsenbast, Diversion Editor
February 27, 2017
The Smith siblings have been involved with their father's political career, and are interested in pursuing a similar career.

[Photo] Students with politicians as parents

Nathanael Ashton-Piper, Staff Writer
February 23, 2017
Sohm's sketches are inspired by people she sees.

[Photo] Abby Sohm relieves stress through sketching

Sally Calengor, Staff Writer
February 16, 2017
Ashlee Ola sees her face as a canvas, and has mastered the art of makeup.

[Photo] Ashlee Ola experiments with makeup

Lucy Scherer, Staff Writer
February 16, 2017
Fondue is a great treat to share with some friends or even with a special someone.

[Photo] Valentine’s day treats that students can bake

Katie Sohm, Student Life Editor
February 12, 2017
The Eco-writing class allows students to read literature about the environment and then go out and experience nature. This culminates in a canoe trip in the Boundary Waters.

[Photo] Students introduced to new immersive Eco-writing course

Kate Janda, Copy Editor
February 2, 2017
Her students seemed to agree with her. Though the students had a lot of fun, they were also able to learn something. “I felt meeting the kids helped me because my girl’s first language was French, so I got to interact with her in French, as well as learn to put together a story in a new language, which I’ve never done before,” Dickson said.

[Photo] French students create books for kids at French immersion school

Lucas Latterell, Opinions Editor
February 3, 2017
BSM Senior Nathanael Ashton-Piper gives his thoughts on the historic Obama presidency.

[Photo] What an Obama presidency meant to me

Nathanael Ashton-Piper, Staff Writer
January 29, 2017
Using email instead of pen and paper, BSM students taking French get to carry their French experience outside the classroom with pen pals. Some have gone beyond the assigned work and became friends with their pen pals on social media like Facebook.

[Photo] French class communicates with students in France

Emma Lindahl, Staff Writer
January 30, 2017
Becoming an Eagle Scout is a great accomplishment that only a few achieve including seniors Matthew Tucker, Liam Long, Ryan Tucker, and Michael Dickson (pictured from left to right).

[Photo] Four BSM senior boys become Eagle Scouts

Jack Hendrickson, Staff Writer
January 25, 2017
As a tradition, the sophomores, juniors, and seniors voted a senior boy to be the Grand Knight. Senior Colby Clinton won this honor.

[Photo] Grand Knight reigns over Holiday Ball 2017

Emma Lindahl, Staff Writer
January 24, 2017
The St. Louis Park Recreation Center recently added an outdoor ice rink. This new rink will make it easier for local hockey teams to get ice time.

[Photo] St. Louis Park adds ice rink to recreation center

Jack Feyereisn, Staff Writer
January 9, 2017
Studying can be difficult, but with the help of these playlists it can transform the experience completely.

[Photo] Spotify studying playlists every student should hear

Kasey Desmond, Print Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2016
Doing killers is one of the exercises that the girls' hockey team does to be in the best shape they can to be win as many games as they can this season.

[Photo] Girls’ hockey seeks to win small battles in search of a winning record

Nick Bolin, Staff Writer
December 8, 2016
Tutors help students before school or doing their free hour.

[Photo] NHS tutors help students with homework

Anna Latourelle, Staff Writer
December 8, 2016
Tamim Saidi (right), who is of the Islamic faith, and Rabbi Avi Olitzky (left) joined the annual Interfaith Prayer Service. This service was implemented to allow the BSM community to acknowledge other religions.

[Photo] BSM expands annual Interfaith Prayer Service

Alexia Saavedra, Staff Writer
December 2, 2016
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