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The many plywood murals in the Katherine Nash Art Gallery evoked many emotions and was my favorite part of the field trip.
Theology Students Visit Basilica and Katherine Nash Art Gallery [first person]
BSM Open houses are an opportunity for families to gain insight into student life at BSM.
what can you expect from a BSM open house?
Orchestra class is not being offered first semester due to the lack of a teacher.
Does BSM still Offer Orchestra?
AI generated pictures of Disney World "flooded" circulating Facebook, Telegram, and X, gaining nearly half a million views.
Hurricane Milton: Fake News
Members of Gen Z face several new challenges that greatly impact their mental health
Gen Z is facing a mental health crisis
At the entrance of BSM, a beautiful and festive tree & decorations are displayed, creating a joyous and fun environment.
Christmas Traditions Bring Together the Sacred and the Secular
Kids struggle balancing the different religious practices during the holiday season.
Two Religions Vs. One Household [First Person]
BSM yearbook and the BSM Knight Errant join forces to create their gingerbread-themed door!
Gingerbread Door Decorating Contest Encourages Creativity
Senior Madison Kadlec giving her personalized Christmas List presentation to her classmates.
What’s on Students’ 2024 Christmas Lists
The Student Council will replace the Winter formal with the Valentine's dance, hoping to raise attendance rates.
Cupid Has Struck Holiday Ball
Benilde-St. Margaret's winter athlete's go-to pregame meals range from home cooked family favorites to restaurant orders.
Ritual Pre-Game Meals Fuel BSM’s Athletes
The BSM girls' swim team at The University of Minnesota preparing to swim at state.
Girls Swim Team’s Dedication Carries them to State
BSM girls' hockey gearing up for their 2024-2025 season
Girls Hockey is determined to have a “comeback season”
BSM Boys Hockey warming up for game against Chanhassen last January; Captains are ready to fulfill the roles of last years seniors.
BSM boys hockey: starting over
BSM Senior Sebastian Cerda competing in the 5K at the 2024 MN Cross Country State meet.
Sebastian Cerda competes at Cross Country State
The hollowing effects of gun violence spread beyond the areas in which they occur.
Helpless: The Mental Health Effects of School Shootings
Local government officials make decisions about everything from public health to climate change.
Lack of Participation in Local Government
Many words that students commonly knew ten years ago aren't known today; a main contributing factor to this situation is a decline in reading.
“I Don’t Know What That Means”: Students’ Vocabularies Are Dropping
BSM's Red Knotes choir class rehearses with small numbers of due to a lack of enrollment of music, but their energy remains high and positive.
Why aren’t students pursuing music at BSM?
Political coverage of the 2024 presidential election ranges from traditional news to social media.
How We Cover the 2024 Election
This holiday season presents you with the opportunity to give back to organizations including The Angel Tree and The Salvation Army.
Christmas is a Time for Giving
Christmas music has many different areas and connects people of different generations, but modern Christmas music is drastically better than classic Christmas music.
Modern Christmas music is Better than Traditional Songs
BSM students show pride in their hair as extensions of their identity.
The pressure to conform: How hair impacts individuality
TikTok mukbangs have transformed from simple restaurant reviews into obnoxious food videos that promote obesity and overeating.
TikTok Mukbangs Are Getting Out of Hand
Senior Casey Butner overwhelmed by work as junior Kali Kosek is breezing through her junior year.
Debunking the Myth: Is Junior Year Really Harder Than Senior Year?
Meet Me Next Christmas, is a hilarious rom-com packed with endless fun, and non-stop excitement.
Meet Me Next Christmas was Predictable yet Enjoyable
Red One is playing in theaters now, featuring famous actors Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans.
Red One Earns it’s Place on the Christmas Must-Watch List
24 men compete for Joan Vassos's heart in the very first season of The Golden Bachelorette.
Golden Bachelorette is a Must-Watch
Festive patterns, holiday colors, and touches of gold grab the eye of holiday shoppers online and in stores.
Holiday Drops
One of the most anticipated films of the year, Wicked, hit the big screen on November 22nd, telling the tale of the iconic witches of Oz: Elphaba, and Glinda.
Wicked was magical
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?
The Guiding Organization for Leprechaun Defenders (GOLD) expresses irritation with BSM's festivities.
Leprechauns Misrepresented at BSM [Satire]
At the entrance of BSM, a beautiful and festive tree & decorations are displayed, creating a joyous and fun environment.
The Secularization of Christmas
BSM Students' Biggest Issues
BSM Students’ Biggest Issues
BSM Student Screen Time
BSM Student Screen Time
Many words that students commonly knew ten years ago aren't known today; a main contributing factor to this situation is a decline in reading.
“I Don’t Know What That Means”: Students’ Vocabularies Are Dropping
BSM's Culture and Heritage Fair
BSM’s Culture and Heritage Fair
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LanSchool allows administrators to view multiple screens around the school, and insure that students are on task.

[Photo] LanSchool: Used for more than spying

Grace Gyolai, Varsity Writer
June 9, 2016
BSM's very own Peter McCague is a YouTube star. His channel Weird Music Records has over 12,000 views.

[Photo] Teens find DIY Fame on YouTube

Sophie Herrmann, Staff Writer
June 6, 2016
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[Photo] Natasha Wagner

Emma Bird, News Editor
May 23, 2016
Jaime Dritz is captain of the Alpine ski team.

[Photo] Jaime Dritz

Kasey Desmond, Student Life Editor
May 22, 2016
Eric Wilson, complete with a dress shirt and tie, poses as he has committed to Harvard for football.

[Photo] Junior commits to Harvard for football

Cole Jacob, Staff Writer
May 12, 2016
Sophomore Lorenzo Cerda and senior Henri Schmidt racing to the finish in the mile.

[Photo] Track team out to successful start; two girls compete in Hamline Elite Meet

Claudia Elsenbast
May 5, 2016
Junior Colin Segner shoves PE teacher Mr. Logan Radle during a game of intramural basketball. Radle also plays for the Minnesota Sting, a semi-pro football team that practices in Woodbury.

[Photo] “Old-Timers” reap benefits of staying active beyond high school

Lucas Latterell, Staff Writer
April 11, 2016
NHS hosts their blood drive twice per year.

Kevin Warren spoke to the student body about his experiences and how he used his own faith to live his life.

[Photo] Black History Month is celebrated at BSM

Andrew Plouff, Staff Writer
February 29, 2016
Whitfield was out with a high ankle sprain, but has fought back to be in the starting lineup again for the Red Knights.

[Photo] Girls’ basketball has sustained and recovered from injuries

Michael Hunter, Staff Writer
February 18, 2016
With the upcoming presidential election, many BSM students are finding their voices in the world of politics.

[Photo] Students develop their political voices

Sophie Herrmann, Staff Writer
February 18, 2016
Senior captain Sam Baker scored his thousandth point on a layup, similar to one he hit earlier in the season against Holy Angels.

[Photo] Baker etches his name in BSM history with thousandth point

Griffin Ehlen, Staff Writer
February 17, 2016
Ms. Laura Sylvester established the BSM Book Club. They read and discuss books in a more laid back format than a typical English class.

[Photo] Book Club unites students passionate about reading

Molly Keady, Staff Writer
February 10, 2016
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[Photo] Girls hockey beats Hopkins, moves on to face Edina in Section 6AA’s

Julia Feld, Staff Writer
February 8, 2016
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[Photo] BSM student P3T3R’s Krazy Kat World Tour was litter-ly purr-fect

Molly Keady, Staff Writer
January 26, 2016
Gauthier graduated from BSM in 2001 and now is the Executive Producer of Buzzfeed Video.

[Photo] Andrew Gauthier

Gunnar Lundberg, Staff Writer
January 27, 2016
Nordic skiers claim the better sport because of their grueling workouts.

[Photo] Nordic vs. Alpine

James Libby, Staff Writer
January 31, 2016
Last year, Business Department head, Mr. John Sabol, and a group of seniors from the investing club founded the Business Professionals of America at BSM.

[Photo] Business-inclined students form club

Katie Hansen, Staff Writer
January 22, 2016
Senior Auggie Moore - with his date, Julia Feld - was named Grand Knight.

[Photo] Grand Knight of holiday ball elected

James Libbey, Staff Writer
January 13, 2016
Obasi Lewis and Brandon Brandon Banks are two of the three senior boys involved in the Jack and Jill of America program which allows African American teenagers to grow stronger in leadership positions in the community.

The new finals schedule will have two finals on the first day, and three on the last two days.

[Photo] Administration institutes new schedule for finals

Alec Lawrenz, Staff Writer
January 10, 2016
Theology teacher Mr. Brounstein facilitates discussions among students about the dignity of life.

[Photo] Pro-life students discuss and react to important issues

Grace Gyolai, Staff Writer
January 10, 2016
The cost of private school learning versus that of public school learning can sometimes be outrageously greater, and cause people to count their change.

[Photo] Brand name schooling: can you buy better education?

Gunnar Lundberg
January 12, 2016
As decidedly one of the more fashionable teachers at BSM, English teacher Ms. Maura Brew dresses for a balance of professionalism and comfort.

[Photo] Fashionable teachers examine their styles

Katie Sohm, Staff Writer
January 29, 2016
Overall, the simulation helped understand the experience of being a refugee.

[Photo] Freshmen learn about the Syrian refugee crisis

December 11, 2015
Senior captain Eli Cave asserts his will on the opening tip off in a game that the Red Knights beat Holy Angels by 40 points

[Photo] Boys Basketball continues rehabilitation with hard work and flashy talent

Katie Hansen, Staff Writer
December 9, 2015
Speech participants sign up for their weekly one hour practices.

[Photo] Speech Team welcomes new coaching staff

Lucas Latterell, Staff Writer
December 1, 2015
The girls basketball team gets ready to play St. Anthony in their first game of the season, which they won 65-54.

[Photo] Girls Basketball strives for winning season with much new talent

Sammy Deterding, Staff Writer
December 2, 2015
Knightlife kicks off the week with welcoming the students with a touching story.

[Photo] Chemical Health Week events hosted by Knightlife

Henry Bird, Staff Writer
November 25, 2015
National Honor Society coordinated the annual blood drive with the help of Memorial Blood Center.

[Photo] Biannual blood drive organized by National Honor Society

Julia Feld, Staff Writer
November 11, 2015
Kare11 visited BSM's journalism classes to interview students about the effects of the Eyesafe screen covers.

[Photo] Eyesafe screen covers tested by journalism students

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
November 7, 2015
Dr. Sue Skinner, a member of the diversity team, looks forward to a more inclusive environment at BSM.

Social Studies teacher Mr. Ken Pauly is a representative for the House of Representatives page program at BSM.

[Photo] Page program offers networking and learning opportunities

Emma Froseth, Staff Writer
October 15, 2015
The senior boys took home the championship in boys volleyball after beating the freshmen and juniors.

[Photo] Week in Review: Homecoming

October 19, 2015
The girls cross country works on their cores by doing planks after a recent practice.

[Photo] Cross country team boasts diverse talent

Henry Bird, Staff Writer
October 2, 2015
Senior captain Sophie Roux dribbles the ball upfield in a close game against Edina at home.

[Photo] Girls soccer looks to continue momentum into another State title

Kathryn Hansen, Staff Writer
September 18, 2015
Junior Knoer created the club to gather followers of the show.

[Photo] Survivor superfans create their own tribal council

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
September 16, 2015
The new mural will make the Great Hall a more sacred space for mass.

[Photo] New mural will hang in Great Hall during Mass

James Libbey, Staff Writer
September 15, 2015
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