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Many passengers are anxious to be on flights due to recent accidents.
Recent Plane Crashes Cause Rising Anxiety
Brynja Lockman and Kat Mulgrew work hard to practice their speeches in preparation for the National Finals of Extemporaneous speaking.
Brynja Lockman, Kat Mulgrew to Represent Speech Team at Nationals
BSM will welcome Matt Pryor as their new athletic director for the 25-26 school year.
BSM Will Welcome a New Athletic Director Next Year
Dan Wrobleski will fill the role of senior high principal in the 2025-26 school year
Dan Wrobleski: BSM’s Next Principal
BSM honors the life of Pope Francis by helping the marginalized and remains hopeful for the future.
How will BSM recover from the Pope’s death?
Regardless of how teachers' lives or school environment changes, they stay committed to BSM for many years.
Longtime Teachers Reflect on Changes at BSM
Is students reliance on AI beginning to become a problem? How far is too far?
How To Effectively Use AI
Students are sleep deprived, resulting in dropping grades, missing assignments, and worsened mental health.
Sleep Deprivation Is Rampant in Students
Fashion styles today are often leaning towards comfortability rather than class.
how fashion has changed from fashionable to comfort
Testing stuperstitions help student's confidence when testing
Testing Superstitions: Helpful or Not?
The Benilde-St. Margaret's softball team heads to the MSHSL State Tournament after defeating De La Salle in the section finals.
Softball Swings Into State
BSM sports, like volleyball, are competitive and have limited team spots, resulting in sometimes harsh cuts.
Athletes at Tryouts Face Harsh Cuts
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 number of those joining the military has been declining in recent times.
Why Has Military Enrollment Declined?
The modernization of masculinity is taking a turn for the worse, creating a toxic a toxic cycle of insecurity, ego and emotional suppression.
Modern Masculinity: Toxic Masculinity
People are so dependent on their social media that it can disrupt connections with their peers.
Could You Go A Week Without Social Media?
Snapchat's many features have changed many aspects of society, especially those in teens' daily lives.
Snapchat Reaches Farther Than We Think
Recent Executive Orders from the Trump Administration could affect daily life both nationally and abroad.
Executive Orders Regarding DEI Will Impact BSM
Students taking AP Spanish Language and Culture are set up for a successful future.
AP Spanish Is Setting Up Students For Success
Blurry lights, louder memories—concert amnesia is in full effect.
Concert Amnesia Is Becoming a More Recent Phenomenon
Cheating has become a regular occurrence in many schools.
behind the “A”
Senior Skip Day allows seniors to celebrate their year on their own terms.
Why We Should Have Senior Skip Day
Talking in person has been replaced by communication through social media, such as Snapchat and Instagram.
Instant Communication Has Degraded Relationship Skills
Ghosts is a great family TV series that mixes comedy and deep life lessons.
Ghosts: Lighthearted and Interesting
The three part documentary "Bad Influence" dives into the dark side of child influencers.
Bad Influence: A Review
EPIC: The Musical provides new way to experience theater.
Epic: A New Way to Experience Theater
Sinners is leaving audiences captivated, shattering box office records and earning amazing reviews.
Sinners Stands Out
Bad Bunny celebrates his Puerto Rican culture in his latest album.
Debí Tirar Más Fotos is a Nostalgic Masterpiece
How can students stay away from their devices?
Tips On How To Stay Off Your Phone
Baking is a common hobby that many BSM students enjoy.
Baking at BSM [Recipes Included]
Traveling from Southern and Western Europe to the New England region, my perfect summer day is non-stop with many relaxing and fun activities.
My Perfect Summer Day
Moving into a new environment requires planning what you truly do and don't need in your dorm.
College Dorm Essentials
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]
Take the loaf out of the oven, let it cool for an hour, and enjoy!
A Visual Guide to Making Sourdough [slideshow]
The Presidential Sledgehammer: Editorial Cartoon
The Presidential Sledgehammer: Editorial Cartoon
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]
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Dr. Gyolai laughs as he meets with Dr. Tift, the former president of BSM.

[Photo] Dr. Gyolai: A Year in Review

Kate Janda, Features Editor
November 19, 2015
The new members celebrated their induction at the Minikahda Club.

[Photo] Seven new members inducted into the BSM Athletic Hall of Fame

Libby Grygar, Staff Writer
September 17, 2014
Sophamore Gunnar Lundberg stops for a cool refreshing drink

[Photo] The definitive ranking of BSM water fountains

Madison Hicks, Staff Writer
June 3, 2014
Sources aside, protein remains a necessary component of a balanced diet.

[Photo] The protein problem

Madison Hicks, Staff Writer
June 3, 2014
(photo by Emily Larson)

[Photo] Nine ways to keep yourself healthy for finals

Kate Sprenger, Staff Writer
June 2, 2014
“The breakfast bagels, I get one every morning.” –Katie Oppenheimer

“Debate, speech, film studies, and of course the Knight Errant” –Jack Youngblut

“Each other!” –Lydia Kozak and Austin Dale

“Definitely my friends; my boys.” –Sam Lynch

“Cracking my back on the desks” –Max Preus

“Probably Knight Errant and the speech team” –Laura Shannon

“Latin, especially Mr. Epler” –Jacklyn Cooney

“The boy” –Jack Sims

“Yearbook, probs” –Zoe Cave

Current president Dr. Bob Tift and future president Dr. Kevin Gyolai shake hands. Dr. Gyolai will begin his duties on July 1, 2014, leading the BSM community after years working as the Dean of STEM at Inver Hills Community College.

[Photo] Meet Dr. Kevin Gyolai, BSM’s new president

Molly Eldevik and Andy Hudlow
April 29, 2014
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[Photo] Dog fest remains a paws-itively successful tradition

Kathleen Meskill, Staff Writer
April 22, 2014
Sophomore Aleksa Tataryn votes for the executive board elections during homeroom. The process, done over email, ensures each student connected to the BSM gmail system only has one vote.

[Photo] Students vote for, and elect, a new executive board

Lauren Goldstein, Staff Writer
April 8, 2014
Today, on March 13, Dr. Gyolai was announced to be the school's choice for Dr. Tift's replacement.

[Photo] Dr. Kevin Gyolai announced as BSM’s president elect

Molly Eldevik, Opinions Editor
March 13, 2014
Senior goalie Abbey Miller, who holds the state record for shutouts, aims to help the Red Knights to their first state title in Class AA.

[Photo] Red Knights blow past Roseau in state quarterfinal

Aidan O’Driscoll, Staff Writer
February 21, 2014
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[Photo] Boys’ Hockey enters section play in role of sleeper

Jeremy Pastir, Staff Writer
February 20, 2014
Miller played in every game this season for the Red Knights and was named one of the finalists for the Let’s Play Hockey Senior Goalie of the Year award. Her 8-0 win over North Metro last Saturday gave her the state record for shutouts, edging out BSM junior varsity coach Amy Jones.

[Photo] Miller’s illustrious goalie career now includes breaking state shutout record

Andrew Birkeland, Sports Editor
February 20, 2014
Senior Katie Segner and her seventh grade Molly are both on the varsity dance team.

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[Photo] Naas announces commitment to Connecticut

Jeremy Pastir, Staff Writer
February 4, 2014
Students at BSM face cold symptoms during the chilly winter months.

[Photo] The Value of a Flu Shot

Ella Hurley, Staff Writer
February 14, 2014
Junior Annie Applehoff uses bands to track her own exercise and health data.

[Photo] Technology takes exercise and health tracking to a new level

Margaux Brink, Staff Writer
January 29, 2014
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[Photo] An increase in pill intake has brought forth negative side effect

Parker Breza, Staff Writer
January 22, 2014
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[Photo] Hockey goaltenders struggle with filling the vital role

Will Jarvis, Print Editor-in-Chief
December 18, 2013
Since the age of ten, Desmond has been a part of the Corda Mor Irish Dance Company.

[Photo] Freshman participates in artistic and cultural style of dance

Sofie Madden and Kate Sprenger
December 16, 2013
Soccer teammates Grace Coughlin and Kelly Pannek both signed to the U of M, though neither for soccer.

[Photo] Seven senior girls sign with Division 1 colleges

November 16, 2013
Diaferio works with a vocal coach in order to improve her musical maturity.

[Photo] Musically passionate junior pursues singing career

Ella Hurley, Staff Writer
December 4, 2013
Due to the success of the clothing drive, two teachers dyed their hair.

[Photo] Winter clothing drive proves successful

Colin Sheeley, Staff Writer
December 4, 2013
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Hockey is fun

Football player James Wallrich is also a veteran at "riding pine."

[Photo] Athletes bring spirit to the team from the bench

Aidan O’Driscoll, Staff Writer
November 15, 2013
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[Photo] Red Knights fall to Islanders in section final

Andrew Birkeland, Sports Editor
November 3, 2013
Cheering students worked to create a lively fan section at the game.

[Photo] Girls soccer team advances to State finals

Andrew Birkeland, Sports Editor
October 28, 2013
Oppenheimer, who plays defense, aggressively protect the goal.

[Photo] Girls soccer beats Duluth Denfeld, progressing in the state tournament

Megan Hamilton, Staff Writer
October 25, 2013
The girls team play will Duluth Denfeld High School on Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

[Photo] Girls soccer team named section champions

Charlie Jones, Staff Writer
October 19, 2013
The girls team, who won state last year, are hoping to defend their title.

[Photo] Girls soccer goes into section ranked first

Aidan O’Driscoll, Staff Writer
October 8, 2013
The team has continuously been ranked 1 by Class A polls throughout the season.

[Photo] Girls soccer team hopes to defend state title

Aidan O’Driscoll, Staff Writer
October 4, 2013
The team played Fridley, amidst cold weather and rain.

[Photo] Football team faces first loss of the season

Andrew Birkeland, Sports Editor
September 22, 2013
BSM's defense was working full force, only letting Cooper score 16 points.

Quarterback Keaton Studsrud, number 23, has been a StarTribune Athlete of the Week for two consecutive weeks this season.

Coach Mal Edwards talks strategy with the team.

Junior Nate Barry, running back, runs the ball against Cooper's defense.

[Photo] Football team continues offensive dominance in second game of the season

September 10, 2013
Students and faculty received cards, this week, that will be used to unlock school doors during the day.

[Photo] New security measure implemented in hopes of creating a safer environment

Michelle Sauer, Features Editor
September 5, 2013
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