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This year, the Knowledge Bowl team made BSM history by advancing to the state tournament.
BSM’s Knowledge Bowl Team Makes it to State for the First Time
The pop-up protest meets every Monday at 4:30.
Pop-Up Protestors Make a Stand at 50th and France
BSM hosted its third annual women's history month panel this past Wednesday!
Three Alumni Share Their Stories for Women’s History Month
BSM welcomes new principal Dan Wrobleski beginning in the 2025-26 school year
BSM To Welcome New Principal Dan Wrobleski
The search process consisted of several rounds of in-depth interviews, along with a substantial amount of feedback from many different committees.
How Does Benilde-St. Margaret’s Find A New Principal?
Prom, an elegant dance open to upperclassmen, is a long time tradition at BSM.
2025 Prom Preserves Previous Traditions
Hair dye and rocking natural hair color is a way many students at Benilde-St. Margaret’s choose to express themselves.
staying true to your roots: the importance of loving your natural hair
A unique component of Link Crew is the pyramid which changes weekly.
link crew helps provide a seamless transition into high school life
As online shopping becomes easier and more accessible, buyers are becoming unhealthily addicted.
the online shopping spiral
BSM students on spirit dress up day, some wearing the new proposed dress code (black pants and BSM shirt).
POSSIBLE REVISITATION OF DRESS CODE RULES
Three BSM sports captains leading their teams through the season.
Captains are Vital for the Success of a Team
The BSM girls basketball team celebrates as they take home the MSHSL state champion trophy for the third year in a row.
girls basketball achieves their goal of a 3rd consecutive state title
Highschool athletes get recruited to various colleges after working hard for college offers.
What it Takes to Be Recruited
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
There are many factors that a student must consider when thinking about their future.
Pressure Comes With Choosing Your Future Path
The Benilde-St. Margaret's Red Knotes performed their set of three songs at the International Competition of High School A Capella.
Red Knotes Sing at the ICHSA
The BSM student section sportsmanship shift has caught the eye of other students who regularly attend games.
School pride is back, but at what cost?
Media literacy is declining, leaving many students unable to analyze news and distinguish fact from misinformation critically.
Media Literacy is in a Nosedive
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
Students in honors classes will get the benefit of a weighted GPA starting next year.
Honors Classes Will be Weighted Next School Year… but Should They Be?
Something needs to be done about the amount of trash that tragically litters the earth.
Trash has taken over
Many tell us that sleep is one of the most important things teenagers need, but school schedules beg to differ.
Why School Should Start Later
Counselors can be found in the College and Career Center helping and guiding their students.
every Student should have a relationship with their Counselor
The movie industry has produced several flops due to the loss of creativity and original content.
lack of creativity in the Movie Industry leads to flops
Universal Orlando is full of must-see attractions and thrilling experiences
the magic of Universal Studios
Emerging with great energy, crowds flood into Southern California for the annual musical performances at Coachella.
revival of coachella
As the distrust of TikTok grows, more Americans turn to apps such as Xiaohongshu (RedNote) instead.
Xiaohongshu (chinese tiktok) is Worth Checking Out
This spring, Chick-fil-A introduced a new range of drinks featuring the "Pineapple Dragonfruit Lemonade" flavor.
Chick-fil-A’s seasonal Lemonades: hit or miss?
As Post Malone changes his music style from pop to country, his fan base grows even bigger.
Post Malone’s new album confirms his role as a country singer
I have no idea what I am doing when it comes to March Madness (yes, I bought a jersey and a basketball just for this picture).
How to Win March Madness… or Not
While picking the best potential bracket, it's important to focus on factors such as win-loss differentials and overall game records instead of leaving it to chance.
How to Choose Your March Madness Bracket
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
Teacher Lore: Mr. Hillman [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Hillman [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Ms. Rathmanner [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Ms. Rathmanner [Podcast]
Students were invited to bring their friends and family to explore the gallery before an awards ceremony at the end of the evening.
Metro West Art Exhibition Features BSM Artists [slideshow]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Entzion [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Entzion [Podcast]
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There are many factors that a student must consider when thinking about their future.
The Benilde-St. Margaret's Red Knotes performed their set of three songs at the International Competition of High School A Capella.
The BSM student section sportsmanship shift has caught the eye of other students who regularly attend games.
Media literacy is declining, leaving many students unable to analyze news and distinguish fact from misinformation critically.
As Gen Z slips further into their TikTok addiction, students find it physically impossible to look away from their screens.
Southern California waters, before the recent destruction of the aggressive fires and winds.
Students struggle to get enough sleep with their demanding schedules.
Popular Make up brands Charlotte Tilbury and Rare Beauty, along with fake eyelashes, dominant today's make up trends.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour has captured the attention of millions around the world and shattered the record for most-attended tour.
The hollowing effects of gun violence spread beyond the areas in which they occur.
Local government officials make decisions about everything from public health to climate change.
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.
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.
Political coverage of the 2024 presidential election ranges from traditional news to social media.
Cosmetic products, procedures, and diets are constantly advertised to women and have been for decades.
Maris LaPointe competing at the Dance Awards in 2018.
The constant pressure to achieve perfection can be draining.
Benilde-St. Margaret's students learn in class to do well in their future.
#BookTok has had over 100 billion views on TikTok, increasing book sales and influencing the types of books people read.
For BSM graduates entering college, the pressing question is "Are we ready?"
BSM teaches science and religion separately, but they come together on occasion.
Students at BSM apply the skills they learn in the classroom in their lives, like the student-made clothing brand Lumpys by Jack Jacobsen.
Private school students are not guaranteed the same First Amendment rights as public school students.
Students spend time after school with their teachers, fostering a better relationship with them.
While BSM is a Catholic School, it is also home to various other religions.
Through the lens of theology, students are exposed to different cultures and religions.
Several engineering students work collaboratively on a robot they designed.
BSM Engineering in Bordeaux for Robo Cup competition.
Students can speak with Dr. Pohlen about BSM's internship opportunities.
Red Knotes performing at the Homecoming BBQ.
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