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BSM will welcome Matt Pryor as their new athletic director for the 25-26 school year.
BSM Will Welcome a New Athletic Director Next Year
Dan Wrobleski will fill the role of senior high principal in the 2025-26 school year
Dan Wrobleski: BSM’s Next Principal
BSM honors the life of Pope Francis by helping the marginalized and remains hopeful for the future.
How will BSM recover from the Pope’s death?
Pope Francis' papacy has left a profound impact on the BSM community and will continue to inspire future generations to come.
A Tribute to Pope Francis’s Legacy
Mr. J has been serving the BSM community for fifty years and has no plans of stopping.
Mr. J: 50 Years at BSM
Seniors must make the tough decision on whether or not they will study for their upcoming AP exams. Is it worth the stress, or does senioritis prevent them from putting in the effort?
Are Seniors Going to Try on AP Tests This Year?
Incoming juniors stressing to buy their overall supplies before there is nothing.
JOANN Fabrics Closure: An Obstacle to BSM’s Tradition of Senior Overalls
Student gets distracted by her phone while doing homework.
Phone Addiction: Has It Gotten in the Way of Students’ Success?
Mr. Cohen's TA, Alex Luke, grading a DBQ
TAs Play an Important Role
BSM students get backpack passes as a part of their accommodation plan.
How BSM offers help with Accommodations
The Benilde-St. Margarets Ultimate Frisbee team is a great way to stay active and play with friends.
Circling Back to Ultimate Frisbee
Coach Lindsay Spanton is ready for another successful season.
BSM introduces new changes to its softball program
Three BSM sports captains leading their teams through the season.
Captains are Vital for the Success of a Team
The BSM girls basketball team celebrates as they take home the MSHSL state champion trophy for the third year in a row.
girls basketball achieves their goal of a 3rd consecutive state title
Highschool athletes get recruited to various colleges after working hard for college offers.
What it Takes to Be Recruited
People are so dependent on their social media that it can disrupt connections with their peers.
Could You Go A Week Without Social Media?
Snapchat's many features have changed many aspects of society, especially those in teens' daily lives.
Snapchat Reaches Farther Than We Think
Recent Executive Orders from the Trump Administration could affect daily life both nationally and abroad.
Executive Orders Regarding DEI Will Impact BSM
There are many factors that a student must consider when thinking about their future.
Pressure Comes With Choosing Your Future Path
The Benilde-St. Margaret's Red Knotes performed their set of three songs at the International Competition of High School A Capella.
Red Knotes Sing at the ICHSA
Talking in person has been replaced by communication through social media, such as Snapchat and Instagram.
Instant Communication Has Degraded Relationship Skills
While prom traditions can be fun, they add expenses that make the experience less accessible.
the Cost of Prom takes away from the experience
A BSM student has to learn how to make dinner at home, without the help of a home economics class.
why BSM should have a home ec class
Students in honors classes will get the benefit of a weighted GPA starting next year.
Honors Classes Will be Weighted Next School Year… but Should They Be?
Something needs to be done about the amount of trash that tragically litters the earth.
Trash has taken over
For many, Conclave (2024) and the 2025 conclave were intertwined.
A Cultural Analysis of Both Conclaves
Lorde's new single can be enjoyed by many different audiences, from teens to adults.
Lorde’s New Single: A Poignant Reflection on Heartbreak
Although there was a lot of hype surrounding this film, the movie was not all it seemed to be and is heavily directed toward young audiences.
A Minecraft Movie Is Not Worth the Watch
Disney's Snow White hit theaters on March 21, 2025, marking one of the most underwhelming Disney releases ever.
The Downfall of Disney’s Live Action Adaptations
Universal Orlando is full of must-see attractions and thrilling experiences
the magic of Universal Studios
The life of a male feminist is arguably harder than the life of an average woman.
Local Boy Finds out that Women Are People [Satire]
BSM Red Knights showcase pink, blue, and yellow prom dress trends and a variety of prom dress styles.
2025 Prom Dress Trends
The charming town of Wayzata, Minnesota offers beautiful and delicious restaurants right off Lake Minnetonka.
the Best Restaurants on Lake Minnetonka
I have no idea what I am doing when it comes to March Madness (yes, I bought a jersey and a basketball just for this picture).
How to Win March Madness… or Not
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 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]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Entzion [Podcast]
Teacher Lore: Mr. Entzion [Podcast]
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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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