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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
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
Many seniors have the temptation to forget about school and enjoy the last bits of high school.
senioritis is in full swing
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
Students watch the University of Minnesota dance team and the rest of UDA's competitors in awe as the routines circulate social media platforms.
UDA Nationals shines a spotlight on competitive dance
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
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 Grammys should be based on listeners' preference, not the industry.
The “Scammys” Strike Again
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
Sota is a popular stop for teenagers in Minnesota.
Minnesota’s first dirty soda shop “sota” is a hit
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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Physics Mr. Tanner Stevens introduced a new unit that centered around diversity, specifically in the Physics workforce.

Physics teacher introduces new unit centered around diversity

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
June 6, 2016
Recent indie music highlights from Spring 2016

Recent indie music highlights from Spring 2016

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
May 9, 2016
Parquet Courts

Parquet Courts

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
May 9, 2016
Lamar's simplistic cover represents the rawness and simplistic nature of his latest album "untitled unmastered,"

Kendrick Lamar’s “untitled unmastered.” reveals the rapper’s distinct creative style

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
April 1, 2016
Twin Cities Up-and-Coming Artists

Twin Cities Up-and-Coming Artists

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
February 26, 2016

David Bowie says goodbye with final album “Blackstar”

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
February 3, 2016
"A Head Full of Dreams" is Coldplay's desperate final attempt to appeal to its giant fan base by creating a happy pop album.

Coldplay drops cheerful, yet painfully bland final album “A Head Full of Dreams”

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
January 11, 2016
The new finals schedule will have two finals on the first day, and three on the last two days.

Administration institutes new schedule for finals

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
January 10, 2016
Preus is excited to join BSM as a faculty member.

English Department welcomes BSM alum to teaching staff

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
December 11, 2015
Senior Preston Becker goes down a steep slope on the snow at practice.

Alpine Ski is confident that last year’s success will continue into this season

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
December 7, 2015

Unusual storyline showcases raw emotion in “Room”

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
November 19, 2015
Independent film "Grandma" is a historical comedy about a college freshman in New York City.

Landmark Theatres showcase independent movies

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
October 8, 2015
Not every band's comeback album is as gratifying and satisfying as "Anthems for Doomed Youth" released September 18 by the Libertines.

The Libertines comeback album “Anthems for Doomed Youth” released

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
October 6, 2015
Sophamore Gunnar Lundberg stops for a cool refreshing drink

[Video] The definitive ranking of BSM water fountains

Madison Hicks, Staff Writer
June 3, 2014

[Video] Art show highlights array of creative talent

April 30, 2014
In preparation for the Paralympics competition, Sims has begun an intense and rigorous training schedule at the uptown YWCA.

[Video] Despite innate disadvantage, sophomore trains to national level

Rachel Lyons and Adam Eldred
February 6, 2014

[Video] Freshman make sandwiches for a cause

December 13, 2013
Lundberg's current goal is to make the Junior Worlds Team, with the ultimate aspiration of the Olympics.

[Video] Lundberg finds success in competitive speed skating

Rachel Lyons, Staff Writer
December 2, 2013

[Video] Cell phone addicted teens struggle through a week without

Christopher Perpich and Patrick Hunter
October 21, 2013

Students transform Commons Cafeteria for Homecoming Week

September 17, 2013

[Video] BSM offers warm environment for international students, like Daniel Kum

September 14, 2013
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