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One of Wrobleski's goals for BSM is to keep school spirit high.
Principal Wrobleski’s Initiatives and Goals for BSM
Ms. May is making the best of her new classroom situation.
6th Grade Brings Changes to the North Building
BSM senior Charlotte Feller placed in the top percentage of PSAT scorers, making her a National Merit semifinalist.
Seniors Recognized as National Merit Semifinalists
Benilde-St. Margaret's and its neighbor, the Beth El Synagogue, have fostered a connection with their community ties and collectivity.
Benilde-St. Margaret’s Celebrates Nostra Aetate’s 60th Anniversary
New to the halls but not alone, BSM students lend a hand to new students navigating the hallways.
Transfer Students Feel Welcomed
New drivers are more likely to receive the blame in car crashes, but is it always their fault?
New Student Drivers in Car Crashes
Senior Ava Swanson is filled with rage as she struggles to arrive at school on time due to all the construction and traffic.
How To Beat the Traffic
Students are excited for the long Halloween weekend filled with many fun events with friends and family.
Students Share Halloween Plans
The outside of popular dirty soda shop, "Sota," in St. Louis Park.
Students’ Thoughts on Latest Trend, Dirty Soda
The sign-out sheet creates unnecessary distractions for students.
New Sign-Out Sheets Create More Responsibility For Students
The Benilde-St. Margaret's football team secures their spot in state after a 12-7 victory against the Academy of Holy Angels Stars.
BSM boys football punches their ticket to the state tournament
The college commitment process can be a long intense process.
College Athlete Commitment Process
The BSM girls' swim team shows resilience despite a season of low numbers.
Girls Swim Sees a Decrease in Members
The BSM girls volleyball team sweeps Delano 3-0 in the section finals and heads to the state tournament.
Volleyball Heads to State after Sweeping Delano in Section Final
BSM's new athletic trainer hard at work ready to help anyone in need!
Meet Eric Hanson, BSM’s New Athletic Trainer
One of brainrot's most popular memes, "6'7," is commonly seen throughout the BSM community.
“6 7”: The Brainrot Phenonmenon
Snapchat has become a highly obsessed-over app over the years, causing numerous dangers and problems to its users.
The social trap of snapchat
Over the years, the physical appearance of dogs has drastically changed, with health issues appearing as a result.
The Ethics of Dog Breeding
BSM students put up green and blue hearts around the halls as a visible symbol of solidarity.
BSM Stands With Annunciation
The number of those joining the military has been declining in recent times.
Why Has Military Enrollment Declined?
Halloween season brings horror movies back to the big screens.
Horror movies set the tone for Halloween
As technology has overtaken our modern world, physical materials that were once crucial seem redundant as people use their phones for everything. This leads to a complete dependency on electronics.
Technology Has Taken Over
Students have to keep their phones and backpacks in their lockers from 8:00 am to 2:35 pm.
Phones and Backpacks Must Be Kept In Lockers
New immigration policies are negatively impacting people around the United States—we need to stop these unjust policies.
Immigrants Are Not “Aliens”
School shootings are not normal, and laws need to be put in place to stop them.
Staff Ed: We Must End School Shootings
The third installment of the Monsters series on Netflix is a sadly misleading retelling of events on the story of Ed Gein.
Monsters: A Review
The 2025 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, also described as "a girl's Super Bowl," drew lots of positive attention since their 2024 comeback.
Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Is Back
The Black Phone 2 released on October 17th, 2025 is a must-see horror movie this fall!
Black Phone 2 Review
Dancing with the Stars season 34 celebrity cast is full of talent.
Dancing with the stars: this year’s exciting celebrity lineup
Karol G releases another well-crafted album onto the Latin music scene.
Tropicoqueta: A Celebration of Latin American Culture
BSM students take on one of Minnesota’s spookiest attractions this Halloween season.
Top 5 Haunted Houses in MN
Balancing school and home doesn’t have to be chaotic; smart organization strategies can help students cut stress and take back control.
Organization Tips for Students
Milo Dungan knows when the one-minute bell hits to get to class, especially before homeroom.
Students Hear A New Chime
Local ice cream shops in Minnesota are the true hidden gems when you're craving something sweet.
Sweet Spots of Minnesota
How can students stay away from their devices?
Tips On How To Stay Off Your Phone
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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Vinny DiPerno

Kailyn Pedersen, Magazine Editor-in-Chief
May 17, 2019

Jane Hoyt

Kailyn Pedersen, Editor-in-Chief
May 17, 2019
In this picture, penne pasta being poured into a bowl by Madeline Kurtovich’s mother. Some might claim penne is the best type of pasta, despite ravioli’s absolute superiority among the pastas (in Sol’s humble, and obviously correct, opinion).

Pasta Punchout

Sol Doyscher, Kayla Farrey, Erin Long, Matthew McGonigle, Jack Rahill, Grace Christensen, Kailyn Pedersen, and Mary Youngblut
April 28, 2019
This is a piece of cookie and cream pie held by Senior Alexa Field. Sol thinks that pie is the superior dessert, but his fellow editors disagree, and have their own opinions on the best dessert––hence, why this debate exists (despite the fact that Sol is obviously right). This dessert is provided by Taher, along with many more.

Dessert Death Match

Henry Witterschein, Erin Long, Kayla Farrey, Grace Christensen, Kailyn Pedersen, Harry Madden, Mary Youngblut, and Sol Doyscher
April 1, 2019
Kailyn Pedersen believes that the key to creating an understanding society is having an open dialogue with each other––listening, understanding and valuing the feelings, thoughts, and opinions of others.

Why we need to shut up, calm down, and listen

Kailyn Pedersen, Magazine Editor-in-Chief
March 27, 2019
Which Taher meal are you?

Which Taher meal are you?

Kailyn Pedersen and Henry Witterschein
March 21, 2019
Pizzas are one of the most diverse foods. What do you like on yours?

Tussle of the toppings

Em Paquette, Kayla Farrey, Sol Doyscher, Henry Witterschein, Mary Youngblut, Harry Madden, Matthew McGonigle, Grace Christenson, Erin Long, and Kailyn Pedersen
February 28, 2019
Kailyn

Kailyn

Kailyn Pedersen, Magazine Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2019
These Christmas songs will have everyone singing, "Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!"

Top 5 Christmas songs that never get old for anyone

Kailyn Pedersen and Margot Carlson
December 17, 2018
The cast of "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" gathers around a piano during a performance

“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” brought humor, a dazzling set, and talented performances

Kailyn Pedersen, Magazine Editor-in-Chief
November 22, 2018
"Hamilton" arrives in Minneapolis

“Hamilton” arrives in Minneapolis

Kailyn Pedersen, Magazine Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2018
"To All the Boys I've Loved Before" hits Netflix as best new teenage rom-com

“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” hits Netflix as best new teenage rom-com

Kailyn Pedersen, Magazine Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2018
With the current age of technology, many tend to put themselves on the internet without question; however, it is important to remember internet safety and know what social media entails.

Everything we don’t know about the internet

Kailyn Pedersen, A&E Editor
April 27, 2018
Clothes do not empower me

Clothes do not empower me

Kailyn Pedersen, A&E Editor
April 6, 2018
With all the distractions posed by technology, BSM looks for ways to minimize the impact. Photo Illustration by William Krane

Discovering if new distraction blocking application is useful

Kailyn Pedersen, A&E Editor
March 23, 2018
Many students at BSM use streaming services as a main source of music.

Music streaming services provide easy access to music

Kailyn Pedersen, Arts Editor
February 16, 2018
A mustache and glasses aren't the only things people hide behind.

Teenagers need to be their true selves

Kailyn Pedersen, A&E Editor
October 31, 2017
The current BSM locker rooms aren't big enough to accommodate student athletes.

Athletes need more resources to increase prestige of BSM

Kailyn Pedersen, A&E Editor
October 6, 2017

Riveting and meaningful

Kailyn Pedersen, Staff Writer
May 11, 2017
Out Of Your Ivy League

Out Of Your Ivy League

Kailyn Pedersen and Mary Youngblut
April 28, 2017
Yancy's tweet was featured on World Star Hip Hop, where it went viral. Yancy and his family intended for this tweet to help people look past skin color by seeing their mixed race couple.

Assistant principal goes viral

Kailyn Pedersen, Staff Writer
April 11, 2017

Feminism: too radical or still relevant?

Kailyn Pedersen, Staff Writer
March 21, 2017
Martin Luther King Jr. sets an example for us all as the peaceful and persistent leader of the Civil Rights Movement.

Reflecting on Black History Month

Kailyn Pedersen, Staff Writer
March 2, 2017
A new college application process, The Coalition Application, has been used by several colleges in place of the Common Application, and is expected to expand to more schools in the coming years.

New college application process introduced

Kailyn Pedersen, Staff Writer
March 1, 2017
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