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Father Tim processing down the aisle for the seniors last mass.
BSM Celebrates Annual Last Mass
The new 2022-2023 Student Council meets to collaborate on upcoming tasks.
Student Council Elects Leaders for the Next School Year
Prayer flags hang in the main hallway in remembrance of Dan Bowler.
BSM Remembers Math Teacher Dan Bowler
Students wait in line and enjoy crêpes during their French class.
Crêpe Truck Comes to BSM
Meghan Lind DesLauriers (class of 1999) will serve as the interim president of BSM starting on July 22.
Interim President Chosen
All together one last time- Red Knights look forward to what comes next.
BSM Class of 2022 Graduation
Green Teams sign hanging in the commons cafeteria.
BSM’s Green Team Helps the School Achieve Sustainability
Junior Steven Tangney at the camp Idhuhapi YMCA sign.
Juniors Go on Retreat at Camp Ihduhapi
AP Research teacher Mark Peterson teaches many science classes, including sophomore biology.
A Dive Into BSM’s AP Research Projects
The Little Knights are a helpful resource for the many BSM teachers with babies.
BSM Faculty and Staff Are Experiencing a ‘Baby Boom’
Meet the red knight: Sophomore Sienna Duffy
Meet the red knight: Sophomore Sienna Duffy
Meet the red knight: Senior Katherine Foe
Meet the red knight: Senior Katherine Foe
Meet the red knight: freshman Maceo Phillips
Meet the red knight: freshman Maceo Phillips
Sophomore Julia Evens.
Meet the red knight: Sophomore Julia Evens
Freshman, Vincent Vinny Verrett.
Meet the Red Knight: Freshman Vincent “Vinny” Verrett
The team enjoys dinner together after a match
Boys Tennis Reflects on the Season
Starters take the field for the opening faceoff.
Spring sports check-in
BSMs 50th winner of the Athena Award, Mary Zavoral.
BSM Senior Mary Zavoral Wins 50th Anniversary Athena Award
Maddie Shannon on the attack.
BSM Students Recount Sports Injuries
Annie Juckniess 23 (left) and Abby Garvin (right) 23 pose in their Edina U15A uniforms at Braemar ice arena.
BSM Girls’ Hockey welcomes new captains for 2022 season
Many teachers are walking away from education.
BSM Loses Teachers to Other Professions
Students use Google Translate and other online services to cheat during class.
Is Cheating Worse than Last Year?
Senior girls pose on the turf before the 2021 homecoming dance.
BSM Plans Homecoming Changes for Next Year
BSM alums dressed to the nines for prom night.
Prom: Then and Now
The recent Minneapolis teacher strike has brought awareness to the differences between teacher rights at public and private schools.
Protecting Teachers’ Rights at Private School
BSM aims to reform their grading system to make it the most beneficial for students.
Future of BSM: Grading
Engineering students working together to complete a project in the Engineering workspace.
Future of BSM: Collaborative Learning
Posters in the world language hallway show BSMs focus on social justice.
Future of BSM: Social Justice
The departments workshop is full of various machines and has little room for expansion.
The Future of BSM: Engineering
This year, BSM classrooms are adorned with a plethora of specific schedules.
The Future of BSM: Schedules
BSM school calendar from March through June
It’s Time to Change BSM’s Calendar Schedule
Liverpool and Real Madrid will face off for the UCL trophy on May 28th.
Champions League
Cheap vs. expensive professional soccer events in Minnesota.
Soccer Prices Rise – But There Are Still Affordable Options
The coming wheat and fertilizer shortage threatens countries dependent on foreign suppliers for agriculture.
The Cost of War
The Minnesota Twins have started their 2022 after having a surprising off-season.
The future of the Twins looks promising
How will BSMs religion department evolve and adapt in the future, if it all?
Staff Ed: BSM’s religion department needs to embrace change and acceptance moving forward
Staff Ed: American Standardized Testing Is Flawed
Staff Ed: American Standardized Testing Is Flawed
Staff Ed: Vaccine fears fueled by misinformation
Staff Ed: Vaccine fears fueled by misinformation
Watching movies, reading, and crafting are popular methods of self care that students turn to this pandemic.
Staff Ed: Self-care important now more than ever
Seniors Xela Gunvalson, Sophie Coleman, and Johan Dominguez-Lopez pose on the BSM sign.
Staff Ed: The Knight Errant stands with students of color
Harry Styles new album is a hit and he performed live in New York on May 20.
Harry Styles’ new album “Harry’s House” welcomes fans home
Future releases his new album I NEVER LIKED YOU with features from some of the top artists in the rap game.
Future “I never liked you” Album Review
NoCaps album cover for his new album Mr. Crawford.
NoCap’s New “Mr. Crawford” Album Lives Up to Expectations
Jack Harlow Releases New Album Come Home the Kids Miss You
Jack Harlow Releases New Album “Come Home The Kids Miss You”
Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness released in theaters and people are considering it a let-down.
‘Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ does not quite live up to its title
My date and I arriving back at BSM, escorted by a police officer.
Leaving in a Police Car: A Unique Prom Experience
Senior Max Jackson cheats on an English essay.
Despite Working “Smarter, Not Harder” Students Still Find Themselves Struggling to Stay Afloat [satire]
Science Fiction Literature offers a variety of novels to choose from.
A Satirical Guide to English Electives at BSM
Senior Andrew Lyons in full-on slide mode.
Seniors are in their full slide mode
Suzy Haakonsons tattoo she got with her sisters, as described in the interview.
A look into tattoos within the BSM community
A Look Into the Fine Art Department at BSM
Changes Over the Years at BSM
NBA Playoffs Analysis [podcast]
NFL Draft [Podcast]
NFL Draft [Podcast]
The Little Knights go on a cold weather adventure!
A Day in the Life of a Little Knight
Changes Over the Years at BSM
BSM Hosts Annual College Fair
BSM Hosts Annual College Fair
Students at BSM Review Lululemon
Students at BSM Review Lululemon
How BSM Students Make College Decisions
How BSM Students Make College Decisions
Maddie and Riley ask students about their plans for Spring Break.
BSM students look forward to spring break plans
NBA Playoffs Analysis [podcast]
NFL Draft [Podcast]
NFL Draft [Podcast]
Critically Acclaimed The Batman
The Batman Review Podcast
USMNT World Cup Qualifying [Podcast]
USMNT World Cup Qualifying [Podcast]
Sam and Brady make their March Madness predictions [podcast]
Sam and Brady make their March Madness predictions [podcast]
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Since the start of the pandemic, masks and wet wipes quickly became staple items to carry with you at all times.

[Photo] Looking back at the past: Lockdown 1.0 nostalgia

March 11, 2021
The Haben center sits empty.

[Photo] Winter sports required to pause

December 18, 2020
BSMs new Sustainability Club calls students to do their part to save the planet.

[Photo] A call for sustainability at BSM

October 13, 2020
Increased connectivity gives students the chance to stay informed, but also leaves them at risk of anxiety.

[Photo] Students suffer anxiety amidst difficult COVID-19 situation

May 26, 2020
Students are struggling to pay attention in both online and in person classes.

[Photo] Students struggle to pay attention in class

May 5, 2020
Students now participate in four classes each day with no work assigned on Wednesdays.

[Photo] EOS 2.0 launched to improve online learning

May 3, 2020
Before BSM went to extended online school, the Little Knights read every week with one of the ninth grade English classes. Now they have had to take all of their learning online.

[Photo] Little Knights participate in online learning

April 22, 2020
A sign in downtown Excelsior announces Minnesotas stay-at-home order as a result of the coronavirus pandemic sweeping the nation.

COVID-19 affects life in Minnesota [Photo Essay]

April 21, 2020
Deacon Doug leads prayer service for BSM students and teachers.

[Photo] Deacon Doug Moorer leads prayer service

March 19, 2020
Mr. Bob Lyons recently returned as an interim coach for boys B-squad basketball

[Photo] Retired coaches reflect on their careers

February 24, 2020
Brands are a part fashion meaning that Gucci can be on everything from a handbag to sneakers.

[Photo] Winter KEQ to focus on fashion

January 23, 2020
Students are impacted by technology use of both phones and school-issued laptops in the classroom.

[Photo] The impact technology has in school

December 20, 2019
Junior Iris Pflum tackles the tough homework load that comes with Junior year.

[Photo] Students tackle junior year stress

December 10, 2019
Seniors pose with their favorite nostalgic albums.

[Photo] Seniors take a look back at their favorite nostalgic albums

December 3, 2019
Ms. Sandra Barry leaves BSM to pursue a career of teaching yoga.

[Photo] Ms. Barry leaves the BSM community

November 18, 2019
Built in 1956, the North Building is the oldest part of BSM.

[Photo] The meaning behind the North Building

November 15, 2019
Using his database for sports, Mr. Stevens has found ways to tweak his database.

[Photo] Mr. Stevens creates March Madness database

October 31, 2019
Throughout high school, students prepare for the ACT test in a variety of ways, including taking practice tests.

[Photo] Students’ perspectives on the ACT vary

October 25, 2019
Seniors Quinn Elsenbast, Faith Niebergall, and Libby Simpson show off their overalls

[Photo] Class of 2020 carries on senior traditions

October 24, 2019
This upcoming May, the Haben Center will stand empty because there will be no annual garage sale.

[Photo] BSM gets rid of annual garage sale

October 8, 2019
Beyond teaching students basic skills, business classes can inspire students to pursue entrepreneurship.

[Photo] Student entrepreneurs develop their own businesses

October 3, 2019
Ms. Vicki Haas ready for the upcoming school year.

[Photo] New guidance counselor joins the BSM community

October 7, 2019
Ryan Weldon is excited to lead the choir classes this year.

[Photo] Music: Mr. Werdon

October 3, 2019
Senior Breah Banks, whose overalls literally light up, spent over 10 hours making them.

[Photo] Senior overalls light up halls with BSM spirit

September 27, 2019

[Video] Tea for Two talks school spirit and lunch tables

September 23, 2019
This season, the Ultimate team, led by captains juniors Alice Petty and Molly Mullin and senior Ana McDonough, had about three times the number of girls as last year.

[Photo] Ultimate celebrates growth and looks forward to next season

June 7, 2019
Ms. Sharon Ingalls, who started her career at BSM seven years ago, says that BSM has taught her the importance of a community.

[Photo] Sharon Ingalls

June 7, 2019
After his long career at BSM, Mr. Fran Roby plans to continue help people during his retirement; he will be working with refugee families.

[Photo] Fran Roby

June 7, 2019
Time to celebrate! Congratulations to the Class of 2019!

[Photo] The class of 2019 graduates

June 5, 2019
Despite being captain of three very different sports, Isabel Fleming knows the most important part of any team is being able to work with others

[Photo] Isabel Fleming

May 17, 2019
From her leadership in lacrosse, her passion for Latin and science, and her genuinely kind disposition, Jane Hoyt is undoubtedly tremendous.

[Photo] Jane Hoyt

May 17, 2019
Senior Erin Long discusses the lack of bathrooms near the new learning space.

[Photo] The lack of bathrooms in BSM’s Atrium is a problem

May 8, 2019
Senior Erin Long discusses the lack of bathrooms near the new learning space.

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BSM Red Knights sprint down the track during one of their first meets this season.

[Photo] BSM track ready for a successful spring season

May 3, 2019
BSM Juniors gather in the library for a seminar on writing college essays, and the college application process.

[Photo] Students react to Building Your Future Day

April 25, 2019
Personality test are incredibly popular, whether they be the Myers Briggs, the Enneagram, or Buzzfeed, and they allow people to take a look inside themselves, even if its not accurate.

[Photo] Personality tests make students think about themselves

March 22, 2019
The most frequent events are medical speakers. These speakers are usually doctors, nurses, or others who have experience in a medical profession.

[Photo] Medical Club gives students hands-on experience

February 7, 2019
Teachers were required to digitally attend email security training to learn when an email isn’t safe.

[Photo] Teachers learn about phishing scams

March 29, 2019
Students were able to donate to families in Guatemala through the Penny Race.

[Photo] BSM celebrates World Language Week

March 15, 2019
Even though technology has changed reading, many students still prefer to read books in print.

[Photo] BSM strives to promote reading

February 22, 2019
Recommendation letters are crucial for students who are undergoing the college process.

[Photo] The reality of the college recommendation process

January 29, 2019
Some students stay up into the wee hours of the morning instead of sleeping.

[Photo] KE staff members share their sleep habits

January 18, 2019
Lyons uses recycled bottles to make the mold for his candles.

[Photo] Mr. Lyons makes candles as a hobby

January 15, 2019
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[Photo] Kayla

January 18, 2019
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[Photo] Zach

January 18, 2019
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[Photo] Shay

January 18, 2019
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[Photo] Gary

January 18, 2019
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[Photo] Grace

January 18, 2019
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[Photo] Sol

January 18, 2019
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[Photo] Jack

January 18, 2019
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[Photo] Kailyn

January 18, 2019
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[Photo] Kayla

January 18, 2019
Senior Kailyn Pedersen takes a quick nap in the middle of class in order to make up for her lack of sleep.

[Photo] Teens struggle with getting enough sleep

January 18, 2019
Mr. Jonathan Harlin is the newest addition to the BSM art department.

[Photo] Meet Mr. Harlin

December 14, 2018
Plastic can not only pollute the environment, but can harm nature, humans, and animals. The use of plastic, along with the use of water, has become an increasing substantial issue.

[Photo] BSM works to conserve water

December 14, 2018
Located at 2501 Highway 100 South for its entire existence, BSM has solidified its place in St. Louis Park by purchasing its land.

[Photo] BSM purchases its land

November 19, 2018
Benilde High School, an all boys school, and St. Margarets Academy, an all girls school, merged together in 1974 to form Benilde-St. Margarets High School, which has been making history ever since.

[Photo] How BSM differs between the generations

October 11, 2018
BSM hired a new Chinese teacher this year: Ms. Jiawei Shen.

[Photo] BSM welcomes new teachers

October 10, 2018
Tamika Weezy joined the Taher family after hearing about it from her aunt, Sherri Sweeney.

[Photo] The chefs of Taher find a home at BSM

October 2, 2018
Senior Luna teaching his Spanish class in a basement art classroom.

[Photo] Room crunch causes teachers to travel between rooms, sometime even outside their department

September 26, 2018
Junior Winton Petty fans out cash the cash that he couldve earned with a summer job.

[Photo] Are summer jobs worth it?

September 14, 2018
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