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BSM seniors were sad about the rain but nevertheless, they rocked their overalls.
Storm Ruins Senior Sunrise
Class of 2023 at graduation last spring to symbolize completing their final year at BSM.
Changes to Graduation Requirements Affect Many Students
The new BSM president Danielle Hermanny was sworn in by Bishop Izen.
BSM Celebrates a Special Homecoming Mass
National Merit Commendation award recipients gain access to scholarship opportunities, despite not being able to become a National Merit Finalist.
BSM Students Win National Merit Commendation Scholar Award
Students are reconnecting with their classmates in homeroom.
Homerooms Stay the Same this Year
12 seniors were selected by their peers for homecoming court.
Homecoming Court Sets the Tempo with Coronation Dances
Freshmen have the opportunity to meet many new people as they transition into high school.
How are Freshman Feeling About School?
Seniors celebrate decision day before a busy summer and heading off to college.
How Will Seniors Spend Their Last Summer?
With the weather becoming nicer, many girls have made the decision to wear shorts or skirts to school.
Administration Cracks Down on Wearing Shorts In School
Anna Amaris 24 and Molly Giertsen 25 talking about their internship with the BSM Boys Hockey Team
RED Expo Celebrates Student Innovation
Benilde-St. Margarets captains bring the 2023 MSHL Girls Lacrosse State Championship Title back to their team.
Girls’ Lacrosse Wins Historic State Title
Mr. John Groess and his Minneapolis Drag’n Thrust 2023 co-ed team celebrating after a strong weekend performance at the TCT Pro Championships 2023.
BSM Teacher John Groess’s Ultimate Team Heads to Nationals
The track captains enjoy practice after a big meet.
The Track Team’s Mid-Season Check In Looks for a Promising Future
Student-athletes practice for hours each day, spending additional time at school outside of class.
Life of a Student-Athlete
Coach Ola with friends and family at a state track and field state meet.
Track Coach William Ola To Retire From Coaching
Students turn away from world language courses due to their difficulty
World Language Courses: A Changing Landscape
Fewer students are enrolling in humanities courses, indicating a decline in reading, writing, and communication skills.
Education in the Humanities Faces a Precarious Future
A look back at the old Knight Errant writer staff.
Previous Knight Errant Writers Use Their Journalism Skills After BSM
Graduating seniors look forward to their future, and the years to come after BSM.
BSM Grads Reflect on Their Most Significant Takeaways From Their Time in High School
Informed and tolerant political participation is an important component of a successful democracy.
Participation Offers an Antidote to Political Polarization and Democratic Dysfunction
Coach Creer and substitute teacher Mr. Grace pose in front of decorations.
Homecoming Theme Creates Greater School Spirit
Recent changes to homecoming traditions create less unity among classes and less spirited environment.
Staff Ed: Is Homecoming for the Students?
Editorial Cartoon: Respect Their Home
Editorial Cartoon: Respect Their Home
Teachers are assigned the tedious task of writing referrals for students
What are referrals for?
The womens basketball industry has developed impressively in recent years, a prime example of womens sports flourishing.
Women’s Basketball Is Evolving
Barbie lives in her perfect pink world, before it gets ruined by gender stereotypes.
Barbie Movie Review
Similar to her debut album, Rodrigo kept her signature purple color scheme as an integral part of the GUTS cover.
Olivia Rodrigo’s New Album Shatters Expectations
The Lifetime Fitness building in Edina is a popular spot for BSM students to workout and do homework.
Comparing Popular Lifetime Locations
Loreal Lumi Glotion is easy to apply and comes in a variety of shades, making it a good dupe for the Drunk Elephant bronzing drops.
Review of Popular Makeup on TikTok
Ed Sheerans new album - is better than his previous work but still not great.
Music Radar: – Album Review
1996 Knight Errant article argues that PDA should be seen in the BSM hallways.
PDA Then and Now
Athletes love the spring weather because it brings the best playing conditions
Spring Weather in Minnesota: An Athlete’s Haven
Senior Izzy Garvin leaving BSMs senior parking lot after the school day with a smile.
How to Survive the BSM Parking Lot: Tips From a Senior Red Knight
Saul taking a rest at sunset after a long day.
A Day in the Life of My Car Saul
This year, I enjoyed the snow days from the comfort of my living room.
Snow Days in a Nutshell
The Class of 2023 is applauded by family, friends, and faculty, for their achievements in the past four years.
The Class of 2023 Celebrates Graduation
Sister Jeanne celebrated her Jubilee in 2021.
Sister Jeanne’s Legacy
35 Questions with Ms. Nitchals
35 Questions with Ms. Nitchals
Courtesy of the BSM Instagram
[Podcast] What it Takes to be a State Champion
BSM Welcomes Alumni Back for the 2023 Annual Breakfast
BSM Welcomes Alumni Back for the 2023 Annual Breakfast
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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
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

May 24, 2018
Alex stands in front of some of his biggest passions and best work.

[Photo] Alex Kang

May 18, 2018
Sam has shown his talents at BSM trhough both his sports and his artwork.

[Photo] Sam Charles

May 18, 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

March 26, 2018
The Spanish students got to learn their dances in the theater and were able to show off their new dance moves.

[Photo] Spanish Department celebrated World Language Week

March 13, 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

February 22, 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

January 12, 2018
SKOL!

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

January 16, 2018
Kameron Herndon decided to push himself by joining the Marine Corps.

[Photo] Alum Kameron Herndon reflects on his experience in the Marine Corps

January 9, 2018
It takes time and creative skill to craft the yearbook.

[Photo] BSM’s yearbook staff reflects on their experience

January 2, 2018
The yearbook staff writes, designs and takes photos for the entire yearbook.

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Yearbook prices will increase by $5 after Christmas break.

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The yearbook staff spend all year producing the yearbooks

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By ordering less extra yearbooks, the staff has more creativity.

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Math teacher Ms. Rosalie Goldberg and senior Noah Bridges perform a song to celebrate their Jewish heritage.

[Photo] BSM hosts annual Thanksgiving Prayer Service

November 21, 2017
Olk tries to avoid foods that have high amounts of added sugar.

[Photo] Megan Olk tries a sugar-free diet

November 16, 2017
Candles were lit to close the annual NHS ceremony and to light the flame of knowledge.

[Photo] Students inducted at NHS ceremony

November 9, 2017
After one loss, the baseball team hopes to come out of the double elimination section tournament still alive.

[Photo] Baseball Avenges Previous Section Loss, Keeps Season Alive With Key Win

June 6, 2017

[Video] Renovations at BSM

May 3, 2017

[Video] The power of renovations

Erin Long and Henry Bird
April 28, 2017
Sean McCollough has recently started CrossFit, but has already noticed both his improvement and the benefits.

[Photo] Senior trains with CrossFit

May 4, 2017
The BSM boys golf team will need to have to work on all facets of their game, especially putting, in order to reach their full potential this season.

[Photo] Boys’ golf team looks to draw on senior leadership for successful season

April 14, 2017
Passionate students step outside their comfort zones to participate in a government hearing.

[Photo] Representatives from the Students for Human Life club go to the Capitol

April 10, 2017
The student council hosted its annual Dog Fest, in which students brought their dogs to perform tricks.

[Photo] BSM holds annual Dog Fest

April 7, 2017
All of the dogs received individualized awards based on their performance.

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The competition was judged by various teachers from BSM.

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The Dog Fest also included a competition that the dogs performed in.

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The students were able to spend time with each others dogs.

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The beginning of the Dog Fest involved casual play-time with the dogs.

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At the Dog Fest, students were able to bring their dogs together.

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Junior Ikenna Ujuagu sprints down the track during practice.

[Photo] BSM Track and Field looks for success among tough competition

March 31, 2017
Junior Henry Koch fields a ground ball while at practice.

[Photo] BSM Boys’ baseball looks to improve after a very successful 2015-2016 season

March 30, 2017
Downtown Wayzata offers several fantastic places to dine, such as the restaurant Cov, which overlooks beautiful Lake Minnetonka

[Photo] Greatest eats in Downtown Wayzata

March 29, 2017
Ross was given the announcement of her win by MSHSL representative Amy Doherty.

[Photo] BSM senior wins national Heart of the Arts Award

March 17, 2017
After sophomore Xiomara Guzman lost her father every part of her life changed. KE Design by Will Krane

[Photo] Coping with loss

April 11, 2017
This is Turbetts third year at BSM as a copy center specialist.

[Photo] Unsung hero: Marilyn Turbett

March 5, 2017
With forty years under her belt at BSM, Mary Fran OKeefe goes above and beyond whats required of her to make our community a better place.

[Photo] Unsung hero: Mary Fran O’Keefe

March 5, 2017
As society progresses so too must teaching methods change.

[Photo] What is the future of education?

February 24, 2017
Nathanael Ashton-Piper and Claudia Elsenbast try to smile on the brink of tears after splitting a piece of gum.

[Photo] How splitting a piece of gum ruined our lives

February 10, 2017
Sidewalk Chalk closed as energetically as they began leaving BSM students wanting more.

[Photo] Tropical day and concert end the week

February 3, 2017
Religion teacher Mr. Joel Loecken was one of the referees for the tournament.

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The winners of the tournament received Chipotle gift cards, while the runner up received coupons for Taher cookies

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Two freshmen teammates high five each other after their team scored a touchdown.

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Junior Sam Zimmerman hands the ball off to his teammate, junior Tenley Gage.

[Photo] Knightlife hosts snow football and movie viewing

February 6, 2017
The snow football tournament was held o the BSM turf field, and each game lasted 15 minutes.

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Nightlife members received their club shirts, which read, You cruise, you lose. Dont drink and drive.

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While the tournament was going on, students could hang out in the Library to eat pizza and watch a movie.

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At the snow football tournament, teams of students from different grades competed for bragging rights and Chipotle gift cards. This event took place alongside a movie for those taking breaks or not competing.

[Photo] Knightlife hosts snow football and movie viewing

February 6, 2017
Coach Creer helps many athletes from multiple different sports to develop their strength as part of his Dirty Defense, LLC.

[Photo] Unsung hero: Coach Creer

January 13, 2017
The class of 2016 throw their graduation caps in celebration of their hard work.

[Photo] Trends in the colleges BSM graduates attend

January 25, 2017
There are many ways to improve in 2017.

[Photo] Keeping New Years resolutions

January 9, 2017
The boys hockey team is off to a rough start this season after losing the majority of their starting lineup to graduation.

[Photo] Boys’ hockey finds themselves rebuilding after loss of seniors

January 12, 2017
Senior Lucy Scherer models the top five back in trends at BSM.

[Photo] Top five throwback trends resurface at BSM

December 28, 2016
Hockey players from different teams face off.

[Photo] Hockey players discuss their opinions on Flyers hockey vs. BSM hockey

December 23, 2016
In previous years, the Spanish 5 classes have made a video for the food and nutrition unit. This year, senior high Spanish teacher Ms. Mary Murray decided to have her students write eBooks for a more unique project.

[Photo] Students make eBooks on nutrition for Spanish class

December 20, 2016
The founders of the French Club are optimistic for its future.

[Photo] New club gets students speaking French outside the classroom

December 19, 2016
The toys collected for the Common Basket were placed underneath a Christmas tree in the library.

[Photo] BSM students collect Christmas gifts for Toys for Tots

December 15, 2016
To decorate the hallways for the Advent season, students decorated the doors of their homerooms for a contest. The winners received donuts and milk during homeroom.

[Photo] Students decorate homeroom doors in preparation for Advent

December 9, 2016
The Korean Drumming Tour of Education recently visited BSM to perform traditional Korean music for the BSM junior high students.

[Photo] Korean drumming tour visits BSM junior high

November 30, 2016
Is that a pack of wolves? No, theyre just girls.

[Photo] Why do girls travel in packs?

November 30, 2016
In Floyds absence, Ford was a major contributor to the Red Knights victory, running for 2 touchdowns and adding an interception to seal the victory for the Red Knights.

[Photo] Football team wins first State title in franchise history with 31-28 win over Winona

November 26, 2016
Aspen Konowalchuk ducks, dodges, dips, and dives away from talking about college during Thanksgiving.

[Photo] Ten holiday conversation topics

December 9, 2016
Senior Tyler Matson prepares for his first and final season as BSMs first male diver.

[Photo] Tyler Matson: BSM’s first male diver

November 20, 2016
Senior quarterback Will Whitmore had another solid game under center for the Red Knights, as he recorded one passing and one rushing touchdown in BSMs 42-7 rout of Cloquet.

[Photo] Football team blows out Cloquet, gets ready for State AAAA Semifinal against Marshall

November 16, 2016
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