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Some parents watch graduation from a brand new screen.
The Class of 2021 moves onto a new chapter of their lives [Slideshow]
The BSM Haben center is where camps like Basketball will be held this summer.
Summer camps return to BSM in 2021
Red Knights Sophie Coleman ‘21, Joana Dominguez-Lopez ‘21, and Maliah Jaiteh ‘21 have been accepted into the seven-year BA to MD program at the University of Minnesota starting in the fall!
Three seniors accepted to 7-year BA-MD program at UMN
Long-term substitute teacher Fred Bandel chats with a student before class.
Long-term substitute teachers join the BSM community
In past years, students lined the Wrestling Room during the school day to give blood. This year, the event was held outdoors on a Saturday.
BSM blood drive returns in a new way
Seniors discuss the pressure to attend college
Seniors discuss the pressure to attend college
Sophomores converse in the cube while getting work done in the cube.
Students reflect on going to go back to normal
Red Knight students pose in their fashionable outfits.
Summer fashion storms the halls of BSM
What's the last song you listened to?
What’s the last song you listened to?
As summer hits, some students won't be finding the time to sit on the boat as the sun sets; rather, they'll be working.
Students take on summer jobs
Kathy Jacobson thinks that students are not as smart as they think they are.
Meet the Red Knight: Attendance Secretary Kathy Jacobson
Junior LoLo Landry hates Burger King.
Meet the Red Knight: Junior LoLo Landry
Math Teacher Sam Fulco takes his coffee with him everywhere.
Meet the Red Knight: Math Teacher Sam Fulco
Campus Minister Mike Jeremiah hates cooking.
Meet the Red Knight: Campus Minister Mike Jeremiah
Junior Ellie Basil like Webkinz as a kid.
Meet the Red Knight: Junior Ellie Basil
Former captains Olivia Haag and Maya Jones celebrate a goal with the new captains Emma Peschel, Emma Hoen, and Sophie Melsness.
Girls’ hockey captains for the 2021-2022 season
Freshman Charlie Moen grins while showcasing his accomplishment.
Freshman golfer celebrates hole-in-one
Seniors Ava Keller and Lauren Palmer run after the frisbee.
From 7 to 42: Girls’ ultimate has grown in number and spirit
“We usually have anywhere from 10-20 people at practice, which is most of the team, and we are getting better as a team. With pretty much the whole team there every time, we are able to bond and work on new plays pretty much every practice, “ Casey Prindiville said.
Boys’ ultimate plays this season with a connected team
The Red Knights sprint after one another at practice.
Boys’ lacrosse team ranks number 1 in state
Religion teacher Ms. Michelle Leblanc and in-building sub Ms. Andretta Hanson have a relationship that spans decades.
From Kids to Colleagues: An Oral History
This year BSM has created a plan for creating greater equity, inclusion, and belonging at the school.
BSM’s EIB plan, explained
The evolution of Nick Marinaro
The evolution of Nick Marinaro
In a sparsely populated classroom, USD students remain COVID-safe with social distancing and masking.
COVID takes its toll on the college expereince
Issues from almost twenty years of the Knight Errant reveal a constantly evolving publication.
The Knight Errant’s evolution: a look backward…and forward
Staff Ed: Vaccine fears fueled by misinformation
Staff Ed: Vaccine fears fueled by misinformation
Drew Clark, Mason Gilliand, and Zane Slater Talk About the NBA Playoffs [Podcast]
Drew Clark, Mason Gilliand, and Zane Slater Talk About the NBA Playoffs [Podcast]
If Washington DC became a state, the flag would look something like this.
DC Deserves the Bottom Line: Statehood
Red Knights review the NFL Draft
Red Knights review the NFL Draft
This year, Knight Errant writer Malik Jaiteh spent a significant amount of time in Guyana.
Visiting Guyana During a Pandemic
James Madison University is located in Harrisonburg, Virginia with an enrollment of about 19-20,000 students. First off, a great thing about this university is that it is a good medium sized school and it offers lots of majors and minors. Another great thing about JMU is that being located right in Harrisonburg, if there is anything you need off campus, it is a short walk to any essential you may need. The requirements needed to attend JMU are a GPA of around a 3.55, an average SAT score between 1120-1290, and an ACT score of 23-28. Overall, I thought it was a very nice school that was easy to get around and is a great medium sized school.
A Glimpse Into Different Virginia Colleges
Olivia Rodrigo's first album is one for the books.
Olivia Rodrigo’s first album was no disappointment
Underwater is one the newest thrillers of 2021.
Which 2021 Thrillers are worth your time?
Hot Wings Taste Test: Can they take the heat?
Hot Wings Taste Test: Can they take the heat?
Sssh... Starbucks Secret Menu becomes just a bit less secret
Sssh… Starbucks Secret Menu becomes just a bit less secret
Students reflect on lululemon
Students reflect on lululemon
What's the last song you listened to?
What’s the last song you listened to?
Hot Wings Taste Test: Can they take the heat?
Hot Wings Taste Test: Can they take the heat?
Lots of good books are read in 9th grade. Which book are you? Take our quiz to find out!
Which freshman English book are you? [Quiz]
Which bottled water reigns supreme?
Which bottled water reigns supreme?
Students reflect on lululemon
Students reflect on lululemon
Some parents watch graduation from a brand new screen.
The Class of 2021 moves onto a new chapter of their lives [Slideshow]
Drew Clark, Mason Gilliand, and Zane Slater Talk About the NBA Playoffs [Podcast]
Drew Clark, Mason Gilliand, and Zane Slater Talk About the NBA Playoffs [Podcast]
Seniors discuss the pressure to attend college
Seniors discuss the pressure to attend college
Seniors Ava Keller and Lauren Palmer run after the frisbee.
From 7 to 42: Girls’ ultimate has grown in number and spirit
Sophomores converse in the cube while getting work done in the cube.
Students reflect on going to go back to normal
Most BSM students return to campus for in-person classes during fourth quarter, but some students remain virtual.
Students choose all-virtual learning during fourth quarter
Sophomore Carson Brandt made the leap from youth lacrosse to varsity: a unique experience caused by the cancellation of last year's season.
The Jump to Varsity: Due to COVID, lacrosse sophomores play on top team without a transition year
Students sit in class just as they might in a non-COVID year.
Teachers find new struggles and joys through fully in-person school
New COVID-19 Coordinator, Jenifer Williams, joins the BSM team this year.
BSM hires new COVID coordinator
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Jack takes photos. He does not write profiles.

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[Photo] Parker Skelton talks about RK football and where his future will take him [Podcast]

January 15, 2021
Frank Ma has a strong faith and hopes to use his passion to teach kids about it one day.

Frank Ma

May 20, 2020
Due to COVID-19, BSM sits empty as students attend school online.

[Photo] COVID-19 & BSM: An Oral History of Spring Semester 2020

May 19, 2020
All fields sit empty this fall because of the cancellation of spring sports.

[Photo] How have you reacted to students not being able to play spring sports?

May 18, 2020
Nowadays, parking lots sits empty due to COVID-19, but every once in a while, students will use this space to gather in a way that follows social distancing guidelines

[Photo] Teenagers find new ways to meet with each other

May 16, 2020
Despite BSM being held online for the last quarter of their senior year, the KE Editors appreciate all that BSM has done for them.

[Photo] Staff Ed: Editors finish senior year thankful for BSM

May 19, 2020
A sign in downtown Excelsior announces Minnesota's 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
Sophomore Joseph Flachman continues to work at Home Depot during Extended Online School.

[Photo] Student jobs affected by COVID-19

April 14, 2020
The RED Department will create a more independent approach to learning.

[Photo] RED department will allow for a new style of learning

March 20, 2020
Seniors Elizabeth Valley and Sydney Wilharm make a TikTok in the hallways of BSM.

[Photo] TikTok is fun, but it can cause considerable harm

March 6, 2020
A time-lapse photo illustration reveals Minnetonka senior Jonah Daul hucking a 360 as the sun sets over Hyland Hills Ski Area. He landed this trick despite having binding issues the whole season, greatly inhibiting his ability to perform aerial tricks.

Parkrats frequent Hyland Hills for winter entertainment

February 28, 2020
The Red Knights celebrate after their win in the section semi-final game.

[Photo] BSM boys’ hockey defeats Cretin-Derham Hall in a 2-1 win

February 25, 2020
Mr. Pat Krieger coached varsity football and is now enjoying retirement

[Photo] Retired coaches reflect on their careers

February 24, 2020
BSM student checks Powerschool to see how much their finals affected their grade.

[Photo] Finals should be a greater percentage of the final grade

February 24, 2020
The BSM theology department is in the process of changing their curriculum.

[Photo] Religion department aims to re-do curriculum

February 24, 2020
Bernard Hebda, the Archbishop, joins the BSM community during Catholic schools week.

[Photo] Archbishop Hebda leads Catholic Schools Week Mass

January 31, 2020
Despite dwindling in size, the orchestra still plays at mass.

[Photo] Orchestra is reduced to one class period

January 30, 2020
The Lifetime Athletic location in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.

[Photo] Students work at new Lifetime location

January 24, 2020
Vern Nowakowski experienced a caffeine overdose junior year.

[Photo] Student discusses caffeine overdose

January 24, 2020
Students use caffeine as a helpful tool to stay awake, but some see it as a crutch.

[Photo] Students find the pros and cons of caffeine

January 23, 2020
Walker Niebergall is crowned Grand Knight to start the Holiday Ball festivities.

[Photo] Winter dance enters new era

January 21, 2020

[Video] Band has been playing “Sleigh Ride” for 35 years

December 24, 2019
Block days are a unique part of our schedule, and Flint Frohman thinks it would be even more beneficial to have them every day.

[Photo] Block days should happen every day

December 6, 2019
Seniors Zach Carden and Blake Mahmood show their brotherly love- even though they are not related.

[Photo] Student lives with best friend for senior year

December 2, 2019
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[Photo] New boys’ basketball coach fills in spot for retired Moore

November 18, 2019
Being called a 'try-hard' impacts on student. Jackie Bucaro reflects on her own academic journey, becoming what many call try-hard.

[Photo] Being called a ‘try-hard’

November 14, 2019
Both teachers and students have noticed the use of 'try-hard' as a label given to students who try hard at school, athletics, or activities.

[Photo] The impact of being called a ‘try-hard’

November 15, 2019
Baker Mayfield joins the Barstool Podcast: Pardon My Take.

[Photo] Barstool podcasts are the best podcasts out there

November 8, 2019
Sophie Ludwig describes the many positives of fall.

[Photo] Fall is the best season

October 31, 2019
Senior Toby Curtiss throws a gutter ball during practice. While individual stats matter in bowling, the match format eliminates certain individuals dominating for one school.

[Photo] Bowling team finds success in new members

October 8, 2019
A student fishes for bass on Lake Minnetonka. Seniors Weedman and Toft won scholarships because of their success in a fishing tournament this fall.

[Photo] Seniors win college scholarships from fishing

October 15, 2019
Students walk the halls in dress code.

[Photo] Dress code updated for the 2019-2020 school year

October 1, 2019
The BSM football field awaits the Homecoming football, which will be delivered by the AHA and BSM boys' CC teams.

[Photo] Cross country team runs football from Holy Angels to BSM for Homecoming Game

September 27, 2019
James Amstutz works to share his passion for the Spanish language with his students.

[Photo] World Language: Mr. Amstutz

October 3, 2019
Mr. Zinn showcasing his artistic skills.

[Photo] Art: Mr. Zinn

October 3, 2019
Seniors Matthew Nachbor and Zach Carden, who have differing opinions on the value of fantasy sports, battle over a football.

[Photo] Does fantasy football makes watching football better?

October 3, 2019
Ms. Anne Moen, who has worked at BSM since 1991, retires this month.

[Photo] Anne Moen

June 7, 2019
After 6 years at BSM, Mr. Bob Spotts is retiring this summer.

[Photo] Bob Spotts

June 7, 2019
Dr. Adam Ehrmantraut shakes the hand of Nathan Anderson, the first graduate to receive his diploma.

[Photo] The class of 2019 graduates

June 5, 2019
Junior Anna Geherin enjoying the spring season.

[Photo] Spring is the perfect season to enjoy all MN has to offer

May 31, 2019
Junior Anna Geherin is a big fan of Spring.

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May 31, 2019
Senior Sally Calengor reacts on the lacrosse field to a play. Many sports will be affected by the new section change.

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May 31, 2019
Taher serves it's own classic French fries during lunch.

[Photo] Good fast-food fries found around the Twin Cities

May 17, 2019
Students in the 2D Animation Club meet on Mondays after school to design things like this monkey using Animate CC, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

[Photo] 2D Animation Club provides new art experience

May 21, 2019
BSM students attend a lenten mass before school.

[Photo] BSM introduces new Lenten masses

May 7, 2019
Students gathered in the Great Hall to pose for the lip dub video.

[Photo] BSM participates in first ever lip dub

May 7, 2019
BSM boys' golf practices their putting during early spring practices.

[Photo] BSM boys’ golf excited to get back out on the course

May 5, 2019
Some students who attended the Lenten book discussion received extra credit in their religion class.

[Photo] Students gathered for a Lenten book discussion

April 26, 2019
Each religion class was required to attend one session of Lenten prayer in the chapel during their class.

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April 26, 2019
One of Minneapolis most iconic venues has served as the stage for many musicians over the years.

[Photo] Minneapolis music scene home to multiple famous musicians

April 18, 2019
Sitting so close to the practices allowed photographer Jack Shields to capture the Spartans in action.

[Photo] Journalists attend Final Four festivities

April 9, 2019
Brian Aubrey is BSM's newest member of the maintenance staff- he has been working at BSM for two months.

[Photo] BSM hires new maintenance supervisor

April 7, 2019
Many players were disappointed that this year's IBA season didn't include a playoff game.

[Photo] The 2019 IBA season comes to an end

March 18, 2019
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[Photo] Smaller class and school sizes benefit students the most

March 8, 2019
The Upper Pentagon Seating is great for naps but the tables limit study needs.

[Photo] Best Places in the Atrium

February 21, 2019
The accounting class is one of the most popular business electives at BSM.

[Photo] Accounting prepares students for careers in business

February 21, 2019
The frigid winter weather left the school parking lot icy and dangerous.

[Photo] The physics of “calling it”

February 22, 2019
Students were at school for a total of 6 hours during the week of January 28th- February 1st.

[Photo] Catholic Schools Week hampered due to cold

February 15, 2019
The new space is open during all hours and many students have taken advantage of this space during their free hours.

[Photo] New atrium and learning space opens in the school

February 12, 2019
Former Red Knight Mr. Ingalls standing in the counseling room.

[Photo] Mr. Ingalls adds hours to his intern schedule

January 28, 2019
The new hallway connects the library to the theater.

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January 28, 2019
A science classroom built with room for lectures and lab

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January 28, 2019
A tiered space allows for performances, lectures, speeches, meetings, and provides a hang out location for students.

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January 28, 2019
Juniors in Discipleship are assigned 35 hours of service work. Students complete this work at various sites around the Twin Cities.

[Photo] Juniors participate in 35 hours of service

December 20, 2018
A sneak peak into the new classrooms to be.

[Photo] Construction set to finish ahead of schedule

December 18, 2018
Battle of the Beverages

[Photo] Battle of the Beverages

December 14, 2018
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[Photo] Protein Shakes

December 14, 2018
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[Photo] Smoothies

December 14, 2018
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