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The Youth and Government informational meeting interested some students but not enough to make the club possible.
Youth in Government Club Lacks Enough Student Interest to Start
Laurie Youngers is taking the empty spot at the piano for Mass.
Laurie Youngers Takes Over as Pianist at Mass
The Golden Knight Gala is welcoming the BSM community to attend on November 11.
BSM Hosts Annual Golden Knight Gala
Each homeroom designed their own turkey for the competition.
Homerooms Gobble up Thanksgiving turkey challenge
A BSM teacher reads letters of gratitude that students and other faculty wrote for her.
BSM Community Shares Messages of Thanks
Juniors work studiously to stay ahead of deadlines and grow their academic abilities.
Why is junior year so hard?
BSMs elevator helps injured kids get to class.
BSM makes strides to accommodate those that are injured
Will Bransford often films for private gyms and fitness influencers.
Will Bransford Creates Cinema Cereal Brand
Bitmojis new look on students Snapchat is disappointing to many.
New bitmoji recieves mixed reviews
Betsy Van Cleve, head of Senior High admissions, enjoys showing her school spirit.
Day in the life of Betsy Van Cleve
BSM girls hockey team all smiles after their big win.
BSM Girls Hockey Culture
The girls XC team celebrates their first race of the 2023 season.
inside xc
Junior kicker, Will Gadtke, lines up a PAT (point after try) in the pouring rain during the game vs. Delano.
Weather Affects Fall Sports
BSMs Girls Soccer won the Class 2A State Championship against first-seated Holy Angels.
Girls Soccer Wins it All
Sophomore swimmer Emma Rudowsky finds time to finish her homework during the late hours of the night after her practice.
Student Athletes Juggle School and Sports
Students can speak with Dr. Pohlen about BSMs internship opportunities.
Internships Provide Hands-On Learning Opportunity for Students
Red Knotes performing at the Homecoming BBQ.
What are the Red Knotes?
Every day, Engineering students use Prusa software to print 3D objects in the Engineering Lab.
BSM Offers a Wide Array of STEM Options
AI programs, like ChatGPT, are becoming increasingly prevalent in the classroom.
Can AI Be Used as a Tool in the Classroom?
Students turn away from world language courses due to their difficulty
World Language Courses: A Changing Landscape
Black Friday deals are not what they used to be.
The Black Friday Frenzy
The KE editorial staff feels that some of BSMs behavior policies are unnecessary and administration should have trust in the majority of students before placing policies that aim to control the minority.
Staff Ed: Are BSM’s behavior policies college prep?
Christmas is far superior to Thanksgiving.
Christmas Wins Out Over Thanksgiving
At 5:00 pm, its already starting to get dark outside. This is a consequence of daylight savings.
Daylight Savings Head-to-Head
In-person visits provide a good opportunity to learn more about a college.
Are in person college visits worth it?
A Great Chaos Album is all fans had hoped
A Great Chaos Album is all fans had hoped
Drakes new album For All the Dogs does not meet expectations.
Drake’s New Album Lacks Energy
The Hawthorne Brothers have a new game to play and theres nothing that will stop them from winning.
The Brothers Hawthorne Takes a New Perspective in The Inheritance Games Series
Taylor Swifts The Eras Tour film has become the number one grossing concert film of all time
Eras Tour Movie Lives Up to Expectations
After more than 10 years of waiting, fans are extremely excited for Rick Riordan’s newest book in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series.
Percy Jackson and the Chalice of the Gods Is a Fun New Addition to a Classic Series
The easy job of getting ketchup versus the tedious job of getting mustard.
Mustard vs. Ketchup
Roles Reversed: Raegan Conaty puzzles math teacher John Groess as she attempts to teach him some new equations.
Breaking News: Scientists Finally Uncover The Mysteries of ‘Girl Math’
1996 Knight Errant article argues that PDA should be seen in the BSM hallways.
PDA Then and Now
Athletes love the spring weather because it brings the best playing conditions
Spring Weather in Minnesota: An Athlete’s Haven
Senior Izzy Garvin leaving BSMs senior parking lot after the school day with a smile.
How to Survive the BSM Parking Lot: Tips From a Senior Red Knight
Red Knight Revelations: Winter Sports Preview [Podcast]
Red Knight Revelations: Winter Sports Preview [Podcast]
What Were BSM Students and Faculty Grateful for?
What Were BSM Students and Faculty Grateful for?
What are BSM Students Reading?
What are BSM Students Reading?
Red Knight Revelations: Girls State Soccer [podcast]
Red Knight Revelations: Girls State Soccer [podcast]
Who Would Star in a BSM Movie?
Who Would Star in a BSM Movie?
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Maddie Kurtovich

Maddie Kurtovich, Photography Editor

Meet Maddie

Maddie is an editor, but because she is an editor of photograph you'll find her in the photo room, not the editor room. Oh and just in case it matters the photo room is also where you'll find the graphic designers (both the ones in Studio and in Graphic Design I). Oh yeah, and the photo room is a math room. It's confusing, but not really.

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BSM has two upcoming common baskets this December.

[Photo] Christmas Giving Features Two New Charities

December 8, 2022
The Knight Errants Tremendous 12 are twelve seniors whose accomplishments, unique hobbies, and exceptional character set them apart as tremendous student leaders of the 2019 graduating class.

[Photo] Tremendous Twelve from the Class of 2019

May 17, 2019
Ms. Anna Overbo hides behind Edith Hamiltons Mythology, the key text that the Mythology class uses to learn about the ancient myths.

[Photo] Mythology brings the ancient to life

May 2, 2019
Students are bombarded with college mail; BSMs College and Career Center aims to help students figure out the college process.

[Photo] BSM prepares students for college

May 2, 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).

[Photo] Pasta Punchout

April 28, 2019
Giving new meaning to the term senior slide,Matt Hansberry literally slides down the railing in the new Atrium. Many seniors look forward to the senior slide, which typically begins in late April to early May.

[Photo] Seniors begin, continue, shun senior slide

April 26, 2019
Ms. Calli Olson participated in the students vs. faculty culture bowl. BSM’s world language and culture week was held from March 4th to March 8th.

[Photo] BSM celebrates World Language Week

March 15, 2019
Sushi roll is cut in half.

[Photo] Taher hosts sushi-making demo for students

March 13, 2019
Ms. Kari Koshiol and Ms. Kaia Preus run the spoken word club every Wednesday during the month of February.

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Even though BSM is a Catholic school, many people arent religious or practice different religions.

[Photo] A retrospective of religions at BSM

February 14, 2019
Classrooms had to be emptied due to a gas leak from BSMs neighbor Beth El Synagogue.

[Photo] Classrooms cleared due to gas leak

February 5, 2019
Senior Joe Munkeby is allowed to use his ID as a hall pass now that he is a second semester senior.

[Photo] It’s a great semester to be a senior

January 25, 2019
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[Photo] Fruit Fight

January 18, 2019
These Christmas songs will have everyone singing, Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

[Photo] Top 5 Christmas songs that never get old for anyone

December 17, 2018
BSM girls hockey gets ready to face off at their game against Eden Prairie.

[Photo] Girls’ hockey works toward success this season

December 17, 2018
Even little packages are fun gifts when participating in Secret Santas.

[Photo] The pros and cons of Secret Santas

December 8, 2018
The AP Euro class is known for their T-shirts.

[Photo] AP Euro offers a fascinating look at history

December 14, 2018
Time not adding up and leaving students in a state of confusion.

[Photo] BSM loses clocks and bells

December 6, 2018
Lots of blood was graciously donated by BSM students.

[Photo] BSM hosts fall blood drive

November 30, 2018
BSM student explores the new sports website.

[Photo] BSM launches new sports website

December 3, 2018
Block days provide more time for students to learn material, and for teachers to teach it.

[Photo] Addition of block days proves fruitful for teachers and students

November 7, 2018
Most AP courses at BSM are characterized by the textbooks students carry to and from class, but despite this workload, they are worth taking.

[Photo] Students should choose to take AP courses

October 8, 2018
Ms. Holly Hernandez was hired just as school started to teach French.

[Photo] World Language: Holly Hernandez

October 4, 2018
This year, BSM introduced a mandatory ACT prep course for juniors, which they must attend once a week during the first semester.

[Photo] Students reveal their fears of junior year

October 11, 2018
The handbook revisions may also impact small pieces of the dress code.

[Photo] Student handbook will undergo its yearly review

June 4, 2018

[Video] BSM hires new Assistant Principal and Dean

Kiara Herro, Staff Writer
May 24, 2018
Senior Alyssa Brinza poses in the hallway with her guitar. When she first started playing, she used her mom’s guitar which ended when she accidentally smashed it.

[Photo] Senior starts music career with gig at Sencha Tea Shop

May 24, 2018
Chemistry students were tasked with testing the water from different water fountains all around BSM. This project taught students both chemistry and international water issues.

[Photo] Chemistry students test BSM water sources

May 24, 2018
Guy Peeripong will attend Northeastern University this fall. He plans on studying business.

[Photo] BSM student reflects on his life as a Thai immigrant

May 29, 2018
Mr. Stevens has a passion for all things physics.

[Photo] Mr. Stevens reflects on five years of teaching and shares his hopes for the future

May 24, 2018
Maddies passion for the arts is evident in her participation in the BSM Choir and musicals, along with her volunteering at places like Lundstrum Performing Arts.

[Photo] Maddie Schafer

May 18, 2018
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[Photo] Valedictorian: Santi Lambert

May 18, 2018
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[Photo] Valedictorian: Ryan Frost

May 18, 2018
Junior Harrison Shibley takes in field grounders in preparation for the season

[Photo] BSM boys’ baseball team looks for redemption

May 2, 2018
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Teacher Zach Zimney uses technology often to teach his graphic design classes.

[Photo] Teachers reflect on the role of technology in the classroom

April 27, 2018
Senior Captain Eric Weber whips ball on close ranged shot.

[Photo] Boys’ lacrosse team looks to return to State Championship

April 24, 2018
Despite the snow surrounding the field, members of the girls lacrosse team get ready for the season. Personal workouts and captains practices have been a part of their off-season preparation.

[Photo] Girls’ lacrosse looks forward to upcoming season

April 11, 2018
Volunteering is compulsory for all BSM juniors, but some choose to continue this commitment through the rest of their BSM career.

[Photo] Seniors continue to volunteer even after completing the Discipleship in Society class

April 6, 2018
BSMs Mock Trial prepares for state.

[Photo] BSM’s mock trial moves on to State

February 26, 2018
Knightettes leap during the dance at Best of the Best.

[Photo] BSM Dance Team ready for Section Meet

February 2, 2018
Girls hockey wore matching jerseys in preparation for their stick it to cancer game.

[Photo] Hockey teams fight cancer

February 1, 2018
Yes, this picture is creepy. Staff Writer Kelly Dempsey gives ominous glares through the Great Hall door windows.

[Photo] Ghosts cause haunted feelings in the Great Hall

February 1, 2018
Mr. Jeff Fix will teach AP Microeconomics

[Photo] AP Microeconomics added to course options

January 26, 2018
The cold weather helped students prepare for unpredictable situations.

[Photo] Students learn about A.L.I.C.E.

December 15, 2017
Sophomore Wes Kirchner spends time creating short films.

[Photo] Sophomore Wes Kirchner pursues his passion for filmmaking

December 29, 2017
Seniors Sam Charles and James Norkosky help their communities through the Scout program.

[Photo] Seniors complete projects in pursuit of becoming Eagle Scouts

December 1, 2017
Many students have gotten their drivers licenses so far this year.

[Photo] BSM students get their driver’s licenses

November 21, 2017
Sophomore Louis Hyde will continue to be beneficial to the teams success in years to come.

[Photo] Sophomore goalkeeper Louis Hyde had strong season

October 31, 2017
Senior captain and goalkeeper Claire Grazzini had an excellent season.

[Photo] Grazzini’s comeback from injury sparked BSM girls’ soccer to period of success

October 24, 2017
Principal Dr. Susan Skinner teaches religion to junior high students.

[Photo] Senior High Principal Dr. Skinner teaches junior high religion

October 17, 2017
Siats is excited to teach at BSM.

[Photo] Erin Siats – English

October 6, 2017
Terrell was as Wall Street trader before becoming a teacher.

[Photo] Alison Terrell – Spanish

October 5, 2017
Senior captain Maddie Stoks dribbles past a defender in a recent game.

[Photo] BSM girls’ soccer hopes to find form after slow start

September 15, 2017
The team was able to avenge their previous losses to Breck with a 1-0 victory earlier this season.

[Photo] BSM boys’ soccer ready to avenge last season’s tough ending

September 14, 2017
Mark Racchini leads the school through many different activities.

[Photo] Mark Racchini

May 19, 2017
Colby Clinton brightens the day of every person he encounters.

[Photo] Colby Clinton

May 19, 2017
Senior Ben Scherer earned the Caring Youth Award, which is given to students in St. Louis Park that exhibit character and service work. Senior high theology teacher Ms. Michelle LeBlanc recommended Scherer for the award and he was recognized in a ceremony.

[Photo] BSM senior wins Caring Youth Award

May 11, 2017
These six freshmen are hoping to contribute to the teams goal of going to State.

[Photo] BSM boys’ lacrosse gets huge boost from its freshmen standouts

May 6, 2017
Senior high English teacher Mr. Scott Effertz will transition to a new role at BSM a er spending 34 years teaching.

[Photo] Scott Effertz

April 28, 2017
Senior Eric Wilson and sophomore Madison Johnson both broke records after only one meet this season.

[Photo] BSM track and field records broken early in the season

April 21, 2017
BSM girls lacrosse players warm up before practice.

[Photo] BSM girls’ lacrosse eyes a State appearance with the help of strong senior talent

April 11, 2017
Construction workers from the Musco Lighting Company work to install the lighting poles

[Photo] New lights to be installed on the baseball field

April 6, 2017
Freshman Ronan Brew stands out as one of the toughest speech competitors at BSM. There are high expectations for Ronan because his mother Mrs. Maura Brew is the head coach of the team and his siblings all did speech during their high school career.

[Photo] Speech competitor Ronan Brew follows in his family’s footsteps

March 31, 2017
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[Photo] Grace Peluso

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[Photo] Sam Luo

March 29, 2005
Paquette has worked hard to become a captain of the ultimate frisbee team during her sophomore year.

[Photo] Sophomore captain of ultimate frisbee

March 20, 2017
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[Photo] Kristina Brown

March 13, 2003
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[Photo] Lucas Freund

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[Photo] Linnea Schaefer

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[Photo] Henry Witterschein

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