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As Pope Francis's health concerns rise, BSM campus minister Mr. J recommends praying for his recovery.
BSM is Praying for Pope Francis
One of the many new classes BSM is offering for the 2025-2026 school year is Jewelry Design/Metal Smithing.
bsm offers a variety of new classes for next year
Next year, the junior high plans to switch it up with a new schedule! Disclaimer: changes are still being made!
Junior High Plans to Remove Eight-Period Days
A highlight of the field trip experience was meeting Fr. Greg Boyle in person.
Father Greg Boyle Inspires BSM Community
During the month of February, Benilde St. Margarets celebrates Black History Month, a time to come together to reflect and acknowledge the various backgrounds that make up the community.
BSM Will Continue to Celebrate Black History Month
BSM student, Mazlow Moquist, goes on a tour to the University of Michigan, located in Ann-Arbor, Michigan.
Juniors Set Out to Find Their Best-Fit College
Students find thinking putty a good outlet to stay on task during long days of school.
The Resurgence of Fidgets
Physics teacher Mr Stevens completes a bracket with his homeroom students as a March Madness tradition.
Students Go Mad for March Madness Festivities
The BSM sailing team getting ready for team racing.
BSM Sailing is Charting the Course for a New Season!
2025 AP Tests in May are going online, while others are staying on paper.
BSM Teachers Forced to Adapt as AP Tests Turn Digital
The BSM Girls Flag Football team are given the honor of playing at the Minnesota Vikings TCO stadium.
minnesota vikings fund a new Girls flag football program
Jalen Wilson scored his 2000th point on Tuesday, February 11th, celebrating after the game with his coach Damian Johnson.
Jalen Wilson and Kendall McGee hit 2000 points
Mr. Pauly's 600th win was much deserved after 37 years of coaching hockey
BSM Boy’s Hockey Coach Makes History With His 600th Win
The BSM alpine ski team celebrates a successful competition at the sections tournament.
BSM Ski Team Reflects on Their Season
The Benilde St. Margaret's dance team focused together before winning the conference championship.
BSM’s most decorated team aims to defend their state title
Media literacy is declining, leaving many students unable to analyze news and distinguish fact from misinformation critically.
Media Literacy is in a Nosedive
As Gen Z slips further into their TikTok addiction, students find it physically impossible to look away from their screens.
Our generation is doomed – why TikTok needs to be banned
Southern California waters, before the recent destruction of the aggressive fires and winds.
Following the Fires: Aftermath Persists for BSM and Los Angeles Communities
Students struggle to get enough sleep with their demanding schedules.
Ring Ring: A Sleep Loss Wake-Up Call
Popular Make up brands Charlotte Tilbury and Rare Beauty, along with fake eyelashes, dominant today's make up trends.
“Beauty blindness” throughout the years
Both indoor and outdoor cycling offer many different benefits to your overall health and happiness.
Everyone Should Cycle
Students can typically use homeroom for a plethora of reasons, but those who are trying to quietly study can easily be distracted by the chitchat of their peers.
Homeroom Should Be Used as a Free Period
A lottery based college admissions system could greatly impact many aspects of the application process, such as stress, diversity, and more.
Should College Admissions Be Based On A Lottery System?
The class of 2026 now faces the challenge of choosing seven classes to take for their senior year, instead of the usual six.
next year’s seniors will lose a free hour, causing anger
Writing down or saying affirmations to yourself is one of the ways to battle self-doubt.
You Are Loved [Letter to the Readers]
The Viral Dubai chocolate bar originating from FIX Chocolatier in Dubai, spreads widely across the world.
Is Dubai Chocolate Better Homemade?
Lifetime Studio offers a wide variety of classes for everybody. My favorite being Warrior Sculpt a mix of yoga and cardio.
Which Lifetime Class Should You Take?
The Super Bowl Halftime show is one of the most watched performances every year, but some performances leave us wishing for more.
a comprehensive rating of Super Bowl Halftime shows
Mac Miller's new album Balloonerism lives up to the hype.
Mac Miller’s family releases album after his passing
Coconut Cult is often sold out at stores, as people are racing to try the yogurt for themselves.
Coconut Cult
While picking the best potential bracket, it's important to focus on factors such as win-loss differentials and overall game records instead of leaving it to chance.
How to Choose Your March Madness Bracket
The best meal at Pancheros consists of carnitas tacos, chips and queso, and Pibb.
local mexican restaurant pancheros is a superior alternative to chipotle
The weather has gotten warmer, the tops of Broncos and Jeeps have come off, and an essential summer playlist is needed.
Best Songs of the Summer
As the weather gets warmer, students' motivation regarding schoolwork seems harder to come by.
Tips to Stay Motivated in the Spring
BSM Student or Celebrity Body Double?
BSM Student or Celebrity Body Double?
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]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Entzion [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Entzion [Podcast]
BSM Student Evolution
BSM Student Evolution
Teacher Lore: Mr. Henderson [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Henderson [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Schwalen [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Schwalen [Podcast]
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Most BSM students return to campus for in-person classes during fourth quarter, but some students remain virtual.

[Photo] Students choose all-virtual learning during fourth quarter

Mason Wordelman, Staff Writer
May 10, 2021
Most BSM students return to campus for in-person classes during fourth quarter, but some students remain virtual.

Valedictorian Thomas Libbey found AP European History to be particularly enjoyable because of its connection to the modern day.

[Photo] Thomas Libbey

Sarah McGurl, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
Senior Demi Mills worked hard throughout high school but not with the sole purpose of becoming a valedictorian.

[Photo] Demi Mills

Sarah McGurl, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
Senior Paige Mullin didn’t declare being valedictorian as a goal until the end of her junior year.

[Photo] Paige Mullin

Piper Ehlen, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
After leaving BSM, valedictorian Claire Hennen will be attending the University of Wisconsin-Madison and will be majoring in Biology.

[Photo] Claire Hennen

Grant Ellings, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
Senior Bella Bolin's status as a valedictorian is a result of her focus and determination.

[Photo] Bella Bolin

Claudia Scherer, Editor
May 6, 2021
Becoming valedictorian was special for Leonardo Jimenez as he had been working towards it for a long time.

[Photo] Leonardo Jimenez

Carson Limesand, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
Senior Jackie Bucaro captained the speech and debates teams and was particularly involved in social studies at BSM.

[Photo] Jackie Bucaro

Sophia Jones, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
Students across multiple grade levels organize and lead the Benilde-St. Margaret's walkout at the same time as schools across the state.

Student participate in state-wide walkout [SLIDESHOW]

Matthew Ormsby, Photographer
April 28, 2021
The sole senior salutatorian Nick Burlage has been dedicating himself to his studies for all of high school. After four years, he got recognition for his efforts.

[Photo] Nick Burlage

Finn Murphy, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
Over the past seven semesters of high school, senior Oriana Sampson has never had a grade below an A.

[Photo] Oriana Sampson

Michael Paulison, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
Maintaining a 4.0 GPA throughout high school is a challenge, but senior Hampton Weber tried to look at this daunting task through a different lens.

[Photo] Hampton Weber

Sarah McGurl, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
Senior Michelle Doering’s work ethic was installed at a young age when her parents made sure she was achieving good grades.

[Photo] Michelle Doering

Isabella Fries, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
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[Photo] Andres Jimenez

Aidan Bergman, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021
Schools and other clubs in the metro area gear up and train daily for competitive cross country meets.

Minnesotans play outside this winter [Slideshow]

Matthew Ormsby, Photographer
January 27, 2021
Students enjoy working in the modernized space of the Cube.

[Photo] The new Cube has become a popular space for students

Nate Charles, Writer
January 26, 2021
Senior Matthew Virginia is surveying students throughout the state to find out how COVID changes are affecting their mental health.

[Photo] Matthew Virginia studies the mental health of students in the COVID reality

Flint Frohman, Editor
January 26, 2021
Hanging lights is a yearly tradition that spruces up daily life with bright colors and festive environments.

Christmas Lights Sparkle Around the Twin Cities

Matthew Ormsby, Photographer
December 18, 2020
New director of marketing Kari Knoll is excited to help the Benilde-St. Margaret's community.

[Photo] BSM welcomes Kari Knoll as the new director of marketing

Isabella Fries, Staff Writer
November 30, 2020
The BSM choir's authentic West African drums sit in the corner of the choir room, waiting to be used.

[Photo] BSM Choir Begins Using Drums

Ava Krueger, Editor
November 30, 2020
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