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As BSM constantly shifts between mask mandatory and optional, many students find themselves stocking up on masks, only to throw them away in a few weeks.
Return to Normal: A Recipe For Disaster
Families and prospective students visited BSM to learn all about the educational and extracurricular experience.
Evening open house shares what BSM has to offer
Multiple carjacking attempts at the St. Louis Park Lunds & Byerlys.
Carjacking uptick spreads across the metro area and surrounding suburbs
Throughout the month of November, BSM expresses gratitude to those who make a difference everyday in the community.
Teachers and students build positivity by expressing gratitude
NHS Officers: Tilly Wolfe (Vice President) Teddy Madden (President) Kaia Ballinger (Secretary)
NEW NHS members are successfully inducted
Teachers are burnt out during a post-covid school year.
Teachers are feeling more burnt out than ever
Mrs. Kerns senior homeroom.
Homerooms are back, and with a predominantly positive reception
BSM Fashion is a new club at BSM
Two BSM juniors kick off a new fashion club
Senior Bowen Grieger snowboarding at Hyland Hills
Winter Sports Enthusiasts
The Benilde-St. Margarets Spirit Shop.
The history and hard work that lies behind the BSM spirit shop
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
Nicole Doering with MIT Softball coach Brooke Kalman on her visit to campus.
BSM senior, Nicole Doering, looks ahead to a future at MIT
Seniors Sam Best, Daniel Ijadimbola, and Camden Carter celebrate after a win
Boys’ Basketball is off to a promising start
BSM Bowlers Lucas Newman, Peter McBride and Luke Evans earn the All-Honors award.
BSM BOWLING closes out on a fun season
Riders from BSM, Breck, and Blake pose for a team picture.
B3 Cycling team makes history this fall
Gophers Williams Arena
Gopher basketball continues to struggle with mediocrity
Engineering students working together to complete a project in the Engineering workspace.
Future of BSM: Collaborative Learning
Posters in the world language hallway show BSMs focus on social justice.
Future of BSM: Social Justice
Post-covid restrictions raise stress among students and staff including Ms. Kaitlyn Miksch, the hall monitor.
The harsh realities of the post-Covid return to normalcy
The departments workshop is full of various machines and has little room for expansion.
The Future of BSM: Engineering
Two out of the three girls in 6th period Engineering working on a project while surrounded by boys at all angles.
The BSM Engineering department, at its core, resembles male dominance
Engineering students working together to complete a project in the Engineering workspace.
Future of BSM: Collaborative Learning
Posters in the world language hallway show BSMs focus on social justice.
Future of BSM: Social Justice
The departments workshop is full of various machines and has little room for expansion.
The Future of BSM: Engineering
This year, BSM classrooms are adorned with a plethora of specific schedules.
The Future of BSM: Schedules
The Future of BSM
The Future of BSM
Minnesota Vikings Fire head coach Mike Zimmer, what could this mean for the team?
The future of the vikings is filled with unlimited potential
Assorted college banners showcasing a range of popular college options.
What constitutes a good college education?
Harry Styles on stage in Nashville, Tennessee.
The return of live music
Lindsey Layton is lying in her bed, half-awake, attempting to get through school.
The difficulty of doing online school while quarantined
When do you put your Christmas tree up for the year?
When is it the right time to celebrate Christmas?
Staff Ed: American Standardized Testing Is Flawed
Staff Ed: American Standardized Testing Is Flawed
Staff Ed: Vaccine fears fueled by misinformation
Staff Ed: Vaccine fears fueled by misinformation
Watching movies, reading, and crafting are popular methods of self care that students turn to this pandemic.
Staff Ed: Self-care important now more than ever
Seniors Xela Gunvalson, Sophie Coleman, and Johan Dominguez-Lopez pose on the BSM sign.
Staff Ed: The Knight Errant stands with students of color
Despite BSM being held online for the last quarter of their senior year, the KE Editors appreciate all that BSM has done for them.
Staff Ed: Editors finish senior year thankful for BSM
The Roy family going into season three.
The new season of succession does not disappoint
Hawkeye, an exciting new Disney Plus exclusive
Consider checking out new Disney Plus show “Hawkeye”
Will Travis Scotts New album Utopia be a hit or miss?
Will the release of Travis Scott’s new album be a hit or miss?
Official poster of the new film, House of Gucci, starring many acclaimed actors.
“House of Gucci” encompasses both moments of greatness and missed opportunities
Movie poster of the three main stars of the movie, Red Notice.
“Red Notice” will not leave you disappointed
James Charles Open Conversation video.
Do We Care About Character When It Comes To Celebrities?
Tis the season for holiday movies! Take our quiz to figure out which movie you are...and then watch it.
Which Christmas Movie Are You?
The infamous and diverse selection of granola bars at Taher!
The battle of Taher’s granola bars
Frances Haugen, more commonly known as the whistleblower of Facebook
Facebook is under some serious Regulation
Top 5 best Mascots in the State of Minnesota
What High Schools Have the Best Mascot in Minnesota?
Meet some of the BSM hockey superfans
Meet some of the BSM hockey superfans
College Football, the end of the season [podcast]
College Football, the end of the season [podcast]
Holiday Ball Matchmaker
Holiday Ball Matchmaker
College Football Episode 2 [podcast]
College Football Episode 2 [podcast]
NFL Hot Takes [podcast]
NFL Hot Takes [podcast]
Meet some of the BSM hockey superfans
Meet some of the BSM hockey superfans
Holiday Ball Matchmaker
Holiday Ball Matchmaker
The ultimate Trader Joes Fall Food Review
The ultimate Trader Joe’s Fall Food Review
Halloween Costumes That need to go
Halloween Costumes That need to go
Pancheros vs. Chipotle: battle of the bowls, quesadillas, and tacos
Pancheros vs. Chipotle: battle of the bowls, quesadillas, and tacos
College Football, the end of the season [podcast]
College Football, the end of the season [podcast]
College Football Episode 2 [podcast]
College Football Episode 2 [podcast]
NFL Hot Takes [podcast]
NFL Hot Takes [podcast]
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]
Red Knights review the NFL Draft
Red Knights review the NFL Draft
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Jack Shields

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Jack takes photos. He does not write profiles.

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BSMs first win of the year recalls sunnier days on the field.

[Photo] Football teams wins first game

October 22, 2021
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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 Minnesotas 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. It is a team sport too. It’s not just if you have the best bowler you win,” Coach Max Johnson said. 

[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.

[Photo]

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

[Photo]

May 31, 2019
Taher serves its 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.

[Photo]

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 BSMs 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 years IBA season didnt 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.

[Photo]

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

[Photo]

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

[Photo]

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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