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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
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
Most BSM students prefer in-person drivers education classes over online ones.
Drivers education: in person or on Zoom?
There is a large debate in the halls about whether Apple Replay or Spotify Wrapped is better.
Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay spark conversations of differing music tastes
Senior Hannah Buller and her two sisters visiting Santa Clause over Christmas break 10 years ago.
Christmas spirit: Then vs. now
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
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?
Minnesota Timberwolves lost the trade by giving KAT to New York Knicks.
Did the Wolves lose in KAT trade?
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
As the season continues, the Pogues adventure to find the Blue Crown, and the stakes get even higher.
Outer Banks Season 4: Nothing but Fool’s Gold
Stanley Tumblers have been increasing in popularity after collaborating with other popular brands.
New Stanley Collaborations Hit the Shelves
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]
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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Mary Fran and Mr. J Reflect on 50 Years of BSM [podcast]
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If students consider a gap year, they should be sure to look for something that enhances their education––like an internship in New York.

[Photo] Students can benefit from taking a gap year

Alicia Fripp, Staff Writer
May 24, 2018
Alex stands in front of some of his biggest passions and best work.

[Photo] Alex Kang

Ryan Frost, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
Sam has shown his talents at BSM trhough both his sports and his artwork.

[Photo] Sam Charles

JinLee Gunvalson, Staff Writer
May 18, 2018
BSM's blood drive was run by the three junior NHS members, and three senior NHS members. The junior members (top row) are, from left to right: Doreen Liu, Cheyanne Carter and Shay Kinney-Leonhardt. The senior NHS members (bottom row) are, from left to right: Ben Larson, Megan Olk and Olivia Pohlen.

[Photo] Students participate in blood drive

March 24, 2018
McCracken dramatically sits and reflects on her young theatre career.

[Photo] Examining the terrors of musical auditions and participation

Lizzie McCracken, Staff Writer
March 26, 2018
BSM's Spanish Department allowed an opportunity for students to learn traditional dances for the cultures they usually learn about in the classroom.

[Photo] Spanish Department celebrated World Language Week

Luke Coughlin, Staff Writer
March 13, 2018
Brielle Baker, as an acapella singer herself, reviews the Pitch Perfect movie trilogy.

[Photo] An Acapella Singer’s Review of the Pitch Perfect Movies

Brielle Baker, Staff Writer
February 22, 2018
Seniors Henry Bransford and Erin Lerch stop for a dance break during their walk.

[Photo] Grand Knight Coronation kicks off the Holiday Ball season

Noah Bridges, Staff Writer
January 12, 2018
SKOL!

[Photo] Red Knights participate in all-school SKOL Chant

Buzz Williams, Staff Writer
January 16, 2018
Kameron Herndon decided to push himself by joining the Marine Corps.

[Photo] Alum Kameron Herndon reflects on his experience in the Marine Corps

Lorenzo Cerda, Staff Writer
January 9, 2018
It takes time and creative skill to craft the yearbook.

[Photo] BSM’s yearbook staff reflects on their experience

Frida Fortier, Staff Writer
January 2, 2018
The yearbook staff writes, designs and takes photos for the entire yearbook.

Yearbook prices will increase by $5 after Christmas break.

The yearbook staff spend all year producing the yearbooks

By ordering less extra yearbooks, the staff has more creativity.

Wellness and gym teacher Mr. Casey Hanson performs a song at the prayer service.

[Photo] BSM hosts annual Thanksgiving Prayer Service

November 21, 2017
Olk tries to avoid foods that have high amounts of added sugar.

[Photo] Megan Olk tries a sugar-free diet

Megan Olk, Staff Writer
November 16, 2017
President Ben Larson, Vice President Hattie Hoffman and Secretary Claire Grazzini of National Honors Society induct incoming members

[Photo] Students inducted at NHS ceremony

November 9, 2017
After one loss, the baseball team hopes to come out of the double elimination section tournament still alive.

[Photo] Baseball Avenges Previous Section Loss, Keeps Season Alive With Key Win

Will Whitmore, Staff Writer
June 6, 2017

Renovations at BSM

May 3, 2017

The power of renovations

Erin Long and Henry Bird
April 28, 2017
Sean McCollough has recently started CrossFit, but has already noticed both his improvement and the benefits.

[Photo] Senior trains with CrossFit

Nolan Arostegui, Staff Writer
May 4, 2017
Every member of the BSM community is greeted by Mrs. Jacobsen, who truly embodies what it means to be a Red Knight.

[Photo] Unsung hero: Kathy Jacobson

Jacob Farrey, Staff Writer
April 21, 2017
The BSM boys' golf team will need to have to work on all facets of their game, especially putting, in order to reach their full potential this season.

[Photo] Boys’ golf team looks to draw on senior leadership for successful season

Jake Farrey, Staff Writer
April 14, 2017
Passionate students step outside their comfort zones to participate in a government hearing.

[Photo] Representatives from the Students for Human Life club go to the Capitol

Kayla Farrey, Staff Writer
April 10, 2017
The student council hosted its annual Dog Fest, in which students brought their dogs to perform tricks.

[Photo] BSM holds annual Dog Fest

April 7, 2017
All of the dogs received individualized awards based on their performance.

The competition was judged by various teachers from BSM.

The Dog Fest also included a competition that the dogs performed in.

The students were able to spend time with each others' dogs.

The beginning of the Dog Fest involved casual play-time with the dogs.

At the Dog Fest, students were able to bring their dogs together.

Junior Ikenna Ujuagu sprints down the track during practice.

[Photo] BSM Track and Field looks for success among tough competition

Maria Van Hove, Staff Writer
March 31, 2017
Junior Henry Koch fields a ground ball while at practice.

[Photo] BSM Boys’ baseball looks to improve after a very successful 2015-2016 season

Will Whitmore, Staff Writer
March 30, 2017
Downtown Wayzata offers several fantastic places to dine, such as the restaurant Cov, which overlooks beautiful Lake Minnetonka

[Photo] Greatest eats in Downtown Wayzata

Cici Fortney, Staff Writer
March 29, 2017
Ross was given the announcement of her win by MSHSL representative Amy Doherty.

[Photo] BSM senior wins national Heart of the Arts Award

Andrew Plouff, News Editor
March 17, 2017
After sophomore Xiomara Guzman lost her father every part of her life changed. KE Design by Will Krane

[Photo] Coping with loss

Erin Long, Staff Writer
April 11, 2017
This is Turbett's third year at BSM as a copy center specialist.

[Photo] Unsung hero: Marilyn Turbett

Linnea Schafer, Staff Writer
March 5, 2017
With forty years under her belt at BSM, Mary Fran O'Keefe goes above and beyond what's required of her to make our community a better place.

[Photo] Unsung hero: Mary Fran O’Keefe

Anna Latourelle, Staff Writer
March 5, 2017
As society progresses so too must teaching methods change.

[Photo] What is the future of education?

Abby Letscher, Features Editor
February 24, 2017
Nathanael Ashton-Piper and Claudia Elsenbast try to smile on the brink of tears after splitting a piece of gum.

[Photo] How splitting a piece of gum ruined our lives

Nathanael Ashton-Piper and Claudia Elsenbast
February 10, 2017
Sidewalk Chalk closed as energetically as they began leaving BSM students wanting more.

[Photo] Tropical day and concert end the week

February 3, 2017
Religion teacher Mr. Joel Loecken was one of the referees for the tournament.

The winners of the tournament received Chipotle gift cards, while the runner up received coupons for Taher cookies

Two freshmen teammates high five each other after their team scored a touchdown.

Junior Sam Zimmerman hands the ball off to his teammate, junior Tenley Gage.

[Photo] Knightlife hosts snow football and movie viewing

February 6, 2017
The snow football tournament was held o the BSM turf field, and each game lasted 15 minutes.

Nightlife members received their club shirts, which read, "You cruise, you lose. Don't drink and drive."

While the tournament was going on, students could hang out in the Library to eat pizza and watch a movie.

Junior Sam Zimmerman hands the ball off to his teammate, junior Tenley Gage.

[Photo] Knightlife hosts snow football and movie viewing

Nathanael Ashton-Piper, Staff Writer
February 6, 2017
Coach Creer helps many athletes from multiple different sports to develop their strength as part of his Dirty Defense, LLC.

[Photo] Unsung hero: Coach Creer

Jordan Sims, Staff Writer
January 13, 2017
The class of 2016 throw their graduation caps in celebration of their hard work.

[Photo] Trends in the colleges BSM graduates attend

Jack Beutz, Staff Writer
January 25, 2017
There are many ways to improve in 2017.

[Photo] Keeping New Years resolutions

Annie Paulison, Staff Writer
January 9, 2017
The boys' hockey team is off to a rough start this season after losing the majority of their starting lineup to graduation.

[Photo] Boys’ hockey finds themselves rebuilding after loss of seniors

Jack Beutz, Staff Writer
January 12, 2017
Senior Lucy Scherer models the top five back in trends at BSM.

[Photo] Top five throwback trends resurface at BSM

Lucy Scherer, Staff Writer
December 28, 2016
Hockey players from different teams face off.

[Photo] Hockey players discuss their opinions on Flyers hockey vs. BSM hockey

Jordan Sims, Staff Writer
December 23, 2016
In previous years, the Spanish 5 classes have made a video for the food and nutrition unit. This year, senior high Spanish teacher Ms. Mary Murray decided to have her students write eBooks for a more unique project.

[Photo] Students make eBooks on nutrition for Spanish class

Jack Hendrickson, Staff Writer
December 20, 2016
The founders of the French Club are optimistic for its future.

[Photo] New club gets students speaking French outside the classroom

Katie Sohm, Student Life Editor
December 19, 2016
The toys collected for the Common Basket were placed underneath a Christmas tree in the library.

[Photo] BSM students collect Christmas gifts for Toys for Tots

Jack Hendrickson, Staff Writer
December 15, 2016
To decorate the hallways for the Advent season, students decorated the doors of their homerooms for a contest. The winners received donuts and milk during homeroom.

[Photo] Students decorate homeroom doors in preparation for Advent

Peyton James, Staff Writer
December 9, 2016
The Korean Drumming Tour of Education recently visited BSM to perform traditional Korean music for the BSM junior high students.

[Photo] Korean drumming tour visits BSM junior high

Andrew Plouff, News Editor
November 30, 2016
Is that a pack of wolves? No, they're just girls.

[Photo] Why do girls travel in packs?

Sally Calengor, Staff Writer
November 30, 2016
In Floyd's absence, Ford was a major contributor to the Red Knights' victory, running for 2 touchdowns and adding an interception to seal the victory for the Red Knights.

[Photo] Football team wins first State title in franchise history with 31-28 win over Winona

Tommy McGinn, Sports Managing Editor
November 26, 2016
Aspen Konowalchuk ducks, dodges, dips, and dives away from talking about college during Thanksgiving.

[Photo] Ten holiday conversation topics

Aspen Konowalchuk, Staff Writer
December 9, 2016
Senior Tyler Matson prepares for his first and final season as BSM's first male diver.

[Photo] Tyler Matson: BSM’s first male diver

Mary Youngblut, Staff Writer
November 20, 2016
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