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Pope Francis' papacy has left a profound impact on the BSM community and will continue to inspire future generations to come.
A Tribute to Pope Francis’s Legacy
Mr. J has been serving the BSM community for fifty years and has no plans of stopping.
Mr. J: 50 Years at BSM
EPIC provides students with incredible learning experiences in different fields.
EPIC internships provide real-world opportunities
Benilde-St. Margaret's new policy prohibits phone use during the school day
new phone policy sparks mixed opinions
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
Seniors must make the tough decision on whether or not they will study for their upcoming AP exams. Is it worth the stress, or does senioritis prevent them from putting in the effort?
Are Seniors Going to Try on AP Tests This Year?
Incoming juniors stressing to buy their overall supplies before there is nothing.
JOANN Fabrics Closure: An Obstacle to BSM’s Tradition of Senior Overalls
Student gets distracted by her phone while doing homework.
Phone Addiction: Has It Gotten in the Way of Students’ Success?
Mr. Cohen's TA, Alex Luke, grading a DBQ
TAs Play an Important Role
BSM students get backpack passes as a part of their accommodation plan.
How BSM offers help with Accommodations
The Benilde-St. Margarets Ultimate Frisbee team is a great way to stay active and play with friends.
Circling Back to Ultimate Frisbee
Coach Lindsay Spanton is ready for another successful season.
BSM introduces new changes to its softball program
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
Recent Executive Orders from the Trump Administration could affect daily life both nationally and abroad.
Executive Orders Regarding DEI Will Impact BSM
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
Talking in person has been replaced by communication through social media, such as Snapchat and Instagram.
Instant Communication Has Degraded Relationship Skills
While prom traditions can be fun, they add expenses that make the experience less accessible.
the Cost of Prom takes away from the experience
A BSM student has to learn how to make dinner at home, without the help of a home economics class.
why BSM should have a home ec class
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
Lorde's new single can be enjoyed by many different audiences, from teens to adults.
Lorde’s New Single: A Poignant Reflection on Heartbreak
Although there was a lot of hype surrounding this film, the movie was not all it seemed to be and is heavily directed toward young audiences.
A Minecraft Movie Is Not Worth the Watch
Disney's Snow White hit theaters on March 21, 2025, marking one of the most underwhelming Disney releases ever.
The Downfall of Disney’s Live Action Adaptations
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
The life of a male feminist is arguably harder than the life of an average woman.
Local Boy Finds out that Women Are People [Satire]
BSM Red Knights showcase pink, blue, and yellow prom dress trends and a variety of prom dress styles.
2025 Prom Dress Trends
The charming town of Wayzata, Minnesota offers beautiful and delicious restaurants right off Lake Minnetonka.
the Best Restaurants on Lake Minnetonka
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
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]
BSM Student Evolution
BSM Student Evolution
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The team, who has fallen in the section finals for the past three years, hopes to make it to state.

[Photo] Girls hockey hopes strong senior class will lead team to victory

Spencer Naas, Staff Writer
November 26, 2013
Team captain Spencer Naas looks to be the team's top scorer in the absence of Grant Besse.

[Photo] Boys hockey team faces season of rebuilding

Jeremy Pastir, Staff Writer
November 22, 2013
Recent graduate TJ Moore is expected to play for the Waterloo Black Hawks in the upcoming season.

[Photo] Five student athletes drafted by the United States Hockey League

Thomas Muenzberg, Staff Writer
June 6, 2013
Boyle added football to his list of commitments this fall, fueling the conflict between aca- demics and athletics

[Photo] Students struggle to find balance of academics and athletics

Arthur Boyle, Staff Writer
May 19, 2013
Tonight's section 6AA final game will pin two forces, the Red Knight's top offensive line, and Wayzata goaltender Aaron Dingman against each other.

[Photo] Biggest challenge in section final will be Wayzata goaltender

Will Jarvis and Eric Wagner
February 27, 2013
Senior Grant Besse, a Mr. Hockey finalist, winds up for a shot off the rush with linemate Dan Labosky, also a Mr. Hockey finalist.

[Photo] BSM hockey champions two Mr. Hockey finalists

Peter Best and David Nelson
February 20, 2013
Teachers and students from all grades put teams together for the intramural basketball league that takes place every Tuesday and Friday in the winter.

[Photo] IBA provides students with fun, popular after school activity

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
February 8, 2013
The technology department plans to install three advertising screens around the school within the next month.

[Photo] Parent Association funds digital signage project

Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
February 7, 2013
As a junior, Pannek has already served as captain for the BSM girls' hockey team for two seasons.

[Photo] The Red Knight in blue: Kelly Pannek shines on Team USA

Thomas Muenzberg, Staff Writer
January 30, 2013
Senior volleyball player Emma Lysne committed to play for Jamestown College this week.

[Photo] Senior volleyball player commits to Jamestown college

Kathleen Meskill, Staff Writer
January 10, 2013
The girls' hockey team has been working hard to prove that this is finally their year.

[Photo] Girls’ hockey team hopes to come together in a make-or-break season

Arthur Boyle, Staff Writer
December 8, 2012
With twelve seniors and all of last year's starters off at college, the boys' varsity basketball team still hopes for success this season.

[Photo] Boys’ basketball looks for a season of rebuilding

Rachel Zierden and Taylor Rogers
December 16, 2012
Junior captain Grace Coughlin fights through two Minnetonka players. (carson mark)

[Photo] Young girls’ basketball team hopes to dominate conference

Kathleen Meskill, Staff Writer
December 17, 2012
Senior Grant Besse

[Photo] BSM falls in championship for the second consecutive year

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
January 9, 2013
Senior defenseman Liv Halvorson waits for the puck to be passed to her.

[Photo] Girls’ hockey dominates St. Louis Park

Thomas Muenzberg, Staff Writer
December 15, 2012
Junior Spencer Naas prepares for a face-off.

[Photo] Boys’ hockey falls in rematch of State championship

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 10, 2012
In the home opener against the Burnsville Blaze, BSM's boys' hockey team came home from the SLP Rec Center with a 7-4 win.

[Photo] Boys’ hockey defeats Burnsville after strong second period

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 6, 2012
Senior captains Anne Arnason, Dana Buckhorn, and Haley Jerabek--shown carying the girls' soccer State championship plaque--lead their team to the programs first State

[Photo] Girls’ soccer: the long road to their State victory

Peter Best and David Nelson
November 9, 2012
Because of his back surgery, junior Will Jarvis has been forced to use a roller backpack, losing all of the street cred he's built up over the years.

[Photo] Roller backpack: social suicide

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 4, 2012
Five seniors officially signed to Division I teams for their respective sports. Soccer player Dana Buckhorn, pictured second from left, will not officially sign until this spring, but was included in the ceremony with her fellow athletes.

[Photo] Five seniors sign to Division I teams

Arthur Boyle, Staff Writer
November 14, 2012
BSM football players helmets are re-certified every two years in order to make sure there are no defects and help prevent players from getting concussions.

[Photo] The impact of concussions

Anne Arnason and Michelle Sauer
November 17, 2012
Junior Mike Ryan donates blood in the Memorial Blood Drive, hosted twice a year by BSM's National Honor Society.

[Photo] NHS hosts the first of this year’s blood drives

Eric Wagner, Staff Writer
November 10, 2012
Junior Mike Ryan gives blood at the annual blood drive hosted on November 7th.

[Photo] November 5th – November 9th

November 7, 2012
The girls' soccer team won the State title by beating the Blake Bears 3-2 in overtime. This was the first State championship win for the girls' soccer program.

[Photo] Girls’ soccer wins State

Andrew Birkeland, Staff Writer
November 1, 2012
Senior Dana Buckhorn gets ready for the upcoming girls' soccer State tournament while recounting her wide range of accomplishments this season.

[Photo] Athlete of the Week: Dana Buckhorn

Taylor Rogers, Staff Writer
October 26, 2012
Senior Mikey Koller prevents a Fridley player from receiving the ball, helping the Red Knights towards a 40-0 victory against the Tigers in the first round of sections.

[Photo] Red Knights shutout Fridley

Andrew Birkeland, Staff Writer
October 23, 2012
Senior forward Dana Buckhorn scored the lone goal of the night on Minnetonka's senior goalkeeper Lizzy Crist.

[Photo] Girls’ soccer defeats Minnetonka

Andrew Birkeland, Staff Writer
October 11, 2012
Junior high science teacher Mr. Jeff Hartwick will leave BSM at the end of the quarter and move to Tampa, Florida with his family because of his wife's job.

[Photo] Junior high teacher moving to Tampa

Thomas Muenzberg, Staff Writer
October 8, 2012
Assistant Captain for the Minnesota Wild, Matt Cullen, is just one of the NHL players that has been practicing in the SLP Rec Center at the "Octagon" camp.

[Photo] NHL players practice at the St. Louis Park Rec Center

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
October 3, 2012
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[Photo] Homecoming week in photos

Giulia Imholte, Online Editor-in-Chief
September 26, 2012
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[Photo] Irondale spoils Red Knights’ Homecoming

Andrew Birkeland, Staff Writer
September 30, 2012
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[Photo] Juniors defeat reigning Powerpuff champions

Eric Wagner, Staff Writer
September 27, 2012
Students dress up in togas, showing off Olympic fashion.

[Photo] Toga Tuesday: living the Olympic tradition

Eric Wagner, Staff Writer
September 25, 2012
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[Photo] Japanese students from sister school Kaisei Gakuin tour BSM

Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
September 20, 2012
With Totino-Grace and Columbia Heights out of the NSC, the Red Knight football team hopes to emerge as a threat this season with new lineups and offseason training.

[Photo] Football team looks forward to successful season despite early setbacks

Adam Bilski and Stephen Jacobs
September 19, 2012
After losing to the Blake Bears in the State final last year, the goal of the girls' soccer team hopes to try for the title this year, even after losing a few key seniors from last season.

[Photo] Girls’ soccer hopes for another run at the state title

Emma Zamec, Staff Writer
September 19, 2012
In the second game of season the Spring Lake Park Panthers defeated the Red Knights 16-0.

[Photo] Red Knight football shutout by SLP Panthers

Andrew Birkeland, Staff Writer
September 7, 2012
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