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Narcan is a lifesaving tool that reverses the effects of opioid overdoses.
BSM Introduces Lifesaving Tool, Narcan
McDonalds Shamrock Shakes have returned.
Shamrock shakes are back
The Red Knotes performing All For Us at the International Championship of High School A Capella, soloed by 2023 graduate Bianca Mojica.
Red Knotes make BSM history by dropping a new single
Students are welcome to attend Lenten Masses before school on Thursdays.
An Overview of Lent at BSM
The Benilde-St. Margarets dance team jumps with excitement after receiving their first place trophy in the Jazz category.
Dance Team leaps into their 11th state title
Seniors struggle to remain focused while studying for their AP exams.
Seniors Debate the Benefits of AP Tests
Students have various opinions and ideas on how to enhance their retreat experience.
The Strengths and Weaknesses of the Retreat Experience
Letters of Recommendation can be a stressful yet rewarding part of a college application.
A good Letter of Recommendation is a essential part of college applications
Preteen girls feel pressure to buy makeup instead of toys in previous generations.
Preteen Girls are Pressured into Makeup/Maturity
Female students are excited about the opportunity to celebrate and recognize Womens history this month.
The Importance of Women’s History Month at BSM
Team Minnesotas PWHL game home opener was very well attended.
Professional Women’s Hockey League: Inspiration for Young Women Everywhere
2023 MSHSL Girls Lacrosse Championship at Stillwater High School on Saturday, June 17, 2023.
How Spring Athletes Prepare for Their Upcoming Season
Riley Miller, 2018 BSM graduate, playing basketball for Benilde-St. Margarets and the University of St. Thomas.
BSM Basketball alumni gives sports advice
The BSM Girls Basketball team break it down together at the MNHSL State Tournament.
BSM Girls Basketball are Champions Once Again
BSM Boys Swim team celebrates after a record-breaking performance in sections, qualifying them for state.
Boys Swimming Makes a Run at State
For BSM graduates entering college, the pressing question is Are we ready?
Did BSM prepare you well for college?
BSM teaches science and religion separately, but they come together on occasion.
Faith and Science Coalesce at BSM
Students at BSM apply the skills they learn in the classroom in their lives, like the student-made clothing brand Lumpys by Jack Jacobsen.
BSM classes inspire student’s passions
Private school students are not guaranteed the same First Amendment rights as public school students.
Does the First Amendment Apply to Private School Students?
Students spend time after school with their teachers, fostering a better relationship with them.
Impact of Student-Teacher Relationships (Student Perspective)
Over the years the trends in prom dresses has shifted a lot.
The Great Prom Dress Debate
BSM is left with only this small book corner, leaving students with little options of books to read on paper.
Library Usage Declining
Social media has caused more stress for students while making college decisions.
Social Media has Corrupted College Decisions
Music is severely underappreciated at BSM and deserves more recognition.
Music Programs at BSM Deserve More Recognition
Passion projects are academic Trojan horses: they seem great on the outside but are empty inside.
The Passion Project Problem
Noah Kahans album cover captures a similar gloomy feeling to most of the songs on the album.
Noah Kahan’s New Album Incorporates Intriguing Artist Collaboration
Ariana Grandes 7th studio album is led on the charts by her single, Yes, And?.
Ariana Grande Makes a shining Return with her new Album
Damsel, starring actress Millie Bobby Brown, portrays a powerful twist on the classic trope of damsel in distress.
A Damsel… but not in distress
Bob Marley; One Love captivates audience
Bob Marley; One Love captivates audience
Dua Lipa revives the ovary cutout trend in her stunning custom Courreges gown.
Stars hit the red carpet in showstopping outfits at the Grammys
The Guiding Organization for Leprechaun Defenders (GOLD) expresses irritation with BSMs festivities.
Leprechauns Misrepresented at BSM [Satire]
Using my tips, I survived my trip to Italy to take this photo.
Spring Break Packing Guide
As the year goes on Juniors have become the biggest academic weapons. Doing work is a daily grind.
Day in the life of a burnt out junior [satire]
The easy job of getting ketchup versus the tedious job of getting mustard.
Mustard vs. Ketchup
Roles Reversed: Raegan Conaty puzzles math teacher John Groess as she attempts to teach him some new equations.
Breaking News: Scientists Finally Uncover The Mysteries of ‘Girl Math’
Screenshot
AP Comp Book Rating: Dance Moms Pyramid Style
BSM March Madness Thoughts
BSM March Madness Thoughts
Overall, Seniors Girls Capture BSM Spirit.
“Overall,” Seniors Girls Capture BSM Spirit.
Does BSM Students Screen Time Affect Their Sleep Schedule?
Does BSM Student’s Screen Time Affect Their Sleep Schedule?
What are BSM Students Giving up for Lent?
What are BSM Students Giving up for Lent?
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Ashley Ortizcazarin

Ashley Ortizcazarin, Magazine Managing Editor

If in need of inspirational ideas, Ashley is the girl you go to. As known for her multiple “crazy ideas,” her creative mind doesn’t ever stop. When she’s not cracking down graphic designers, photographers, and writers to make deadlines, you can find her shooting senior photos and making videos for clubs within BSM. Expect to see her wardrob consist of pastel astetics and decades vintage. On the other hand besides school, Ashley and her gang of friends are expected to be watching That 70’s Show and Friends until midnight. She could be considered the teenage version of Selena Gomez.

All content by Ashley Ortizcazarin
English teacher Mr. Ryan Hogan retains a strict discipline for writing, making it a priority for students to leave the class with a new way of critical thinking.

[Photo] Teachers try different methods instruction

Ana McDonough, Staff Writer
January 22, 2019
Senior Jessica Hill with a common basket.

[Photo] Transferring to BSM senior year

Jessica Hill, Staff Writer
June 1, 2018
Students are given grades every day on their papers.

[Photo] Students need to stop perpetuating the grade culture at BSM

Henry Bird, Staff Writer
May 25, 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
A couple of teachers at BSM have started to ditch the letter grade system. For example, science teacher Mr. Mark Peterson grades his students by how well they learn, not how many they get right on a test or on homework.

[Photo] Some BSM teachers don’t use letter grades

Tommy Anderson, Staff Writer
June 8, 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
If students consider a gap year, they should be sure to look for something that enhances their education––like an internship in New York.

[Photo] Students can benefit from taking a gap year

Alicia Fripp, Staff Writer
May 24, 2018
Junior Jane Hoyt is the cofounder of BSMs Classics Club. Hoyt hopes to encourage more students to join.

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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
Seniors sat in the entryway to celebrate their signing with athletics and military service for next year.

[Photo] Seniors sign with United States Armed Forces and athletics

Brielle Baker, Staff Writer
May 22, 2018
Felisha’s biomed project is a Pain Adverting Device (P.A.D.) to lessen the pain of arthritis medication injections.

[Photo] Felisha Fox

Sarah Hansberry, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
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[Photo] Class of 2018 valedictorians and salutatorians

May 18, 2018
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[Photo] Valedictorian: Abby Letscher

Lizzie McCracken, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
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[Photo] Salutatorian: Ian Black

Gus Beringer, Opinions Editor
May 18, 2018
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[Photo] Valedictorian: Ben Larson

Brendan Gallagher, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
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[Photo] Salutatorian: Michael Hunter

Carson Jacobsen, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
Alex stands in front of some of his biggest passions and best work.

[Photo] Alex Kang

Ryan Frost, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
Senior John Beutz is well known for his scientific achievements and creative writing skills.

[Photo] John Beutz

Henry Bird, Content and Managing Editor
May 18, 2018
Sam has shown his talents at BSM trhough both his sports and his artwork.

[Photo] Sam Charles

JinLee Gunvalson, 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
Claire spends hours in the photo room working on her next piece.

[Photo] Claire Folkstead

Peyton Schuldt, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
In addition to dancing her heart out with the Knightettes, Ava has demonstrated her musical talents across multiple activities.

[Photo] Ava Smithmier

Andrew Plouff, Copy Editor
May 18, 2018
Brady Solomon shows off his robot and merit badges.

[Photo] Brady Solomon

Gus Beringer, Opinions Editor
May 18, 2018
Ikennas 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
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[Photo] Valedictorian: Lauren Copland

Brendan Lempe, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
BSMs annual Day of Giving promotes donations from the BSM community which cover the costs to run the school that student tuition doesnt. This is a day-long event that is taking place on May 17, 2018.

[Photo] BSM’s annual Day of Giving brings in donations

Luke Mathwig, Staff Writer
May 17, 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
Students donated blankets, pillows, and bedsheets to help in My Very Own Beds effort to provide bedding for kids in poverty.

[Photo] Student Council host philanthropic efforts for My Very Own Bed

Megan Olk, Staff Writer
April 25, 2018
Freshman Taylor Williams experienced similar success on BSMs girls swim team.

[Photo] Freshman Taylor Williams competed at the National Club Swimming Association Championship

Alexa Reynders, Staff Writer
April 17, 2018
Ms. Alison Feigh, a former classmate of Jacob Wetterling who was kidnapped from his hometown of St. Joseph, Minnesota in 1989, speaks with BSM seniors about safety.

[Photo] Speaker from the Jacob Wetterling Resource Center discusses safety with seniors

JinLee Gunvalson, Staff Writer
April 6, 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. Womens 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
BSMs blood drive was run by the three junior NHS members, and three senior NHS members. The junior members (top row) are, from left to right: Doreen Liu, Cheyanne Carter and Shay Kinney-Leonhardt. The senior NHS members (bottom row) are, from left to right: Ben Larson, Megan Olk and Olivia Pohlen.

[Photo] Students participate in blood drive

March 24, 2018
McCracken dramatically sits and reflects on her young theatre career.

[Photo] Examining the terrors of musical auditions and participation

Lizzie McCracken, Staff Writer
March 26, 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
Coach Joe Creer is a dedicated Instagram user. He uses Instagram to keep in touch with his many followers.

[Photo] BSM faculty reflect on their use of Instagram

Katie Hansen, Varsity Writer
March 21, 2018
Sidewalk Chalks backing musicians keep a smooth beat.

[Photo] Finding the weirdest things to happen at BSM

Turner Wine
March 19, 2018
Mr. John Porisch allows students the opportunity to get a fire-arm certificate through a school program.

[Photo] Porisch gives students the opportunity to learn about gun safety

Katie Hansen, Staff Writer
March 16, 2018
Miller ended up in the top ten for all-time free-throw percentage and three-point percentage in Minnesota.

[Photo] Senior Riley Miller had an incredible season on the court

Katie Hansen, Varsity Writer
March 15, 2018
With distractions more prevalent than ever, many students tend to lose focus in class. Some scroll through social media on their phones, other watch videos, while some even play computer games; nevertheless, distractions take students away from their work and learning.

[Photo] Many distractions affect students on a daily basis

Kiara Herro, Staff Writer
March 16, 2018
BSMs Spanish Department allowed an opportunity for students to learn traditional dances for the cultures they usually learn about in the classroom.

[Photo] Spanish Department celebrated World Language Week

Luke Coughlin, Staff Writer
March 13, 2018
This cheeky couple gives a bad name to P.D.A.

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With changes coming to the ACT, students will need to reconsider how they prep for and take the test.

[Photo] BSM allows students time during school to prepare for the ACT

Alexa Reynders, Staff Writer
March 9, 2018
Each year, BSMs 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
BSM students use Powerschool Learning (formerly Haiku) to work on school assignments during snow days. However, BSM doesnt have as many snow days as it should.

[Photo] BSM should have more snow days to prevent car accidents

Henry Bird, Content and Managing Editor
March 8, 2018
Senior Riley Miller plays zone defense on Chaska.

[Photo] BSM boys’ hoops Looks to bring Madness to March

Turner Wine, Staff Writer
March 6, 2018
Although senior Ian Black is sliding in this gif, his grades are not. Black is one of many seniors who have decided not to let their laziness get the best of them in their second semester.

[Photo] Seniors combat the tendency to partake in “senior slide”

Brendan Lempe, Staff Writer
March 6, 2018
Many BSM students cite Netflix as one of their biggest habits. Because of this, giving up Netflix can be a great way to test oneself during Lent.

[Photo] Teachers and students explain their Lenten sacrifices

Katie Hansen, Staff Writer
March 5, 2018
A student signs a Spanish class hall pass which will result in a loss of extra credit. Some teachers have taken to keeping students in class through the threat of withholding extra credit.

[Photo] Teachers shouldn’t use hall passes to withhold extra credit

Lorenzo Cerda, Staff Writer
March 2, 2018
Relay team of Michael Hunter, Graham Noble, Matt McGonigle, and Liam Noble qualify for State

[Photo] BSM Boy’s Swim Team Heads to State

Santiago Lambert, Staff Writer
March 1, 2018
The 2018 valedictorians and salutatorians have been announced.

[Photo] Class of 2018 valedictorians and salutatorians announced

Grace Christenson, Staff Writer
February 28, 2018
The team finished 7-7 in Conference play.

[Photo] Girls’ basketball prepares for tough Section Tournament

Ryan Frost, Staff Writer
February 27, 2018
Another student cracks and falls grip to Februarys resolution pressure.

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

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

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

Brielle Baker, Staff Writer
February 23, 2018
Brielle Baker, as an acapella singer herself, reviews the Pitch Perfect movie trilogy.

[Photo] An Acapella Singer’s Review of the Pitch Perfect Movies

Brielle Baker, Staff Writer
February 22, 2018
Senior Michael Hunter hopes to qualify for State for the third year in a row.

[Photo] Boys’ Swim prepares for Section Meet

Quinn Ehlen, Staff Writer
February 20, 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
The first game between these two teams this season ended in a tie.

[Photo] BSM boys’ hockey ready for SLP rematch

Max Byzewski, Staff Writer
February 12, 2018
Each student was given a historical figure to play and was expected to dress up and spend the salon as that person.

[Photo] AP Euro participates in Enlightenment Salon

February 12, 2018
Knight Errant staff members test out the Cold Turkey application.

[Photo] New laptop feature allows students to limit their distractions

Ryan Frost, Staff Writer
February 9, 2018
Seniors Claire Grazzini and Maddie Stoks signed commitments to their college sports.

[Photo] Signing Day sees two seniors commit to college sports

Lorenzo Cerda, Staff Writer
February 9, 2018
Seniors can now use their IDs instead of having to use classroom passes, as in the past.

[Photo] Second-semester seniors receive privileges

Alexa Reynders, Staff Writer
February 12, 2018
The US Bank Stadium hosted the 2018 Super Bowl.

[Photo] The Super Bowl increases sex trafficking in the host city

Lorenzo Cerda and Brendan Gallaher
February 9, 2018
Seniors Henry Bransford and Erin Lerch stop for a dance break during their walk.

[Photo] Grand Knight Coronation kicks off the Holiday Ball season

Noah Bridges, Staff Writer
January 12, 2018
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[Photo] Five books all high school students should read

Charlie Kraemer, Staff Writer
February 5, 2018
Biomed classes combine science with medicine to uniquely teach students about an important field.

[Photo] Biomed III students create projects as a culmination of their work throughout high school

Kylie Nevells, Staff Writer
February 2, 2018
Schieffert has had a very successful season so far.

[Photo] Junior Ava Schieffert’s training work is leading to success

Matt McGonigle, Staff Writer
January 28, 2018
All students are welcome to submit their work to Apotheosis.

[Photo] Apotheosis provides students with a way to share their creativity

Olivia Pohlen, Staff Writer
January 28, 2018
Hello Pizza is a great dining option in Minneapolis.

[Photo] Five underrated Minneapolis restaurants reign supreme

Vivian Shinall, Student Life Editor
January 28, 2018
Teachers met to discuss curriculum in their specific subjects

[Photo] Teachers attend seminars about enduring learnings

Brendan Amaris, Staff Writer
January 26, 2018
The rivalry of Packers vs. Vikings is one as old as the league itself, sparking heated debates throughout the BSM community.

[Photo] Students take sides in classic Vikings v. Packers rivalry

January 19, 2018
SKOL!

[Photo] Red Knights participate in all-school SKOL Chant

Buzz Williams, Staff Writer
January 16, 2018
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