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Benilde-St. Margaret's new policy prohibits phone use during the school day
new phone policy sparks mixed opinions
This year, the Knowledge Bowl team made BSM history by advancing to the state tournament.
BSM’s Knowledge Bowl Team Makes it to State for the First Time
The pop-up protest meets every Monday at 4:30.
Pop-Up Protestors Make a Stand at 50th and France
BSM hosted its third annual women's history month panel this past Wednesday!
Three Alumni Share Their Stories for Women’s History Month
BSM welcomes new principal Dan Wrobleski beginning in the 2025-26 school year
BSM To Welcome New Principal Dan Wrobleski
Prom takes a lot of preparation including making plans, picking a dress, and more.
the prep behind prom
Safety drills play a crucial role in school safety, but never truely level up to an actual emergency.
debating the effectiveness of school safety drills
Prom, an elegant dance open to upperclassmen, is a long time tradition at BSM.
2025 Prom Preserves Previous Traditions
Hair dye and rocking natural hair color is a way many students at Benilde-St. Margaret’s choose to express themselves.
staying true to your roots: the importance of loving your natural hair
A unique component of Link Crew is the pyramid which changes weekly.
link crew helps provide a seamless transition into high school life
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
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
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
The BSM student section sportsmanship shift has caught the eye of other students who regularly attend games.
School pride is back, but at what cost?
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
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
Many tell us that sleep is one of the most important things teenagers need, but school schedules beg to differ.
Why School Should Start Later
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
Emerging with great energy, crowds flood into Southern California for the annual musical performances at Coachella.
revival of coachella
As the distrust of TikTok grows, more Americans turn to apps such as Xiaohongshu (RedNote) instead.
Xiaohongshu (chinese tiktok) is Worth Checking Out
This spring, Chick-fil-A introduced a new range of drinks featuring the "Pineapple Dragonfruit Lemonade" flavor.
Chick-fil-A’s seasonal Lemonades: hit or miss?
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 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
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]
BSM Student Evolution
BSM Student Evolution
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Last years powderpuff games featured fierce face-offs as pictured.

[Photo] Powderpuff Pre-season Preview

Nathanael Ashton-Piper, Staff Writer
September 28, 2016
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[Photo] Searching BSM for the paranormal

Gunnar Lundberg, Social Media Manager
February 3, 2016
Lake Calhoun adds name Bde Maka Ska because of discussion surrounding John C. Calhoun

[Photo] Lake Calhoun name change causes controversy

Peter Linder, Staff Writer
December 21, 2015
The Winter Coat Brigade after school.

[Photo] Baby, it’s cold inside

Gunnar Lundberg, Social Media Manager
December 16, 2015
Trip director Mr. Robert Epler gives information to students interested in the Italy spring break trip.

[Photo] Discount offered for 2017 spring break trip to Italy

Sammy Deterding, Staff Writer
December 15, 2015
The freshman student council is raising money by selling candy cane grams.

[Photo] Freshman student council raising money through annual candy cane grams

Molly Keady, Staff Writer
December 10, 2015
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[Photo] Homegrown STEM

Grace Gyolai, Staff Writer
December 16, 2015
Most famous for its Tater Tot Hautedish (pun intended), recently opened restaurant Haute Dish serves its take on classic midwestern cooking.

[Photo] Increasingly popular restaurant Haute Dish serves Midwestern delicacies

Grace Hedin, Staff Writer
December 9, 2015
Lundberg laments over the emphasis on Realidades textbooks in Spanish classes.

[Photo] Memoir of a twelve-year Spanish student…

Gunnar Lundberg, Social Media Manager
November 10, 2015
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[Photo] It’s getting real in the BSM parking lot

Mark Racchini, Staff Writer
November 11, 2015
Sophomore Anna Carr poses with her article published in the Star Tribune.

[Photo] Sophomore published in the Star Tribune

Lizzie Ambre, Staff Writer
October 31, 2015
Taylor McLeod, who has been on the varsity tennis team since 7th grade, is getting ready to return a serve.

[Photo] Six years of two sisters being a varsity tennis duo

Katie Hansen, Staff Writer
October 20, 2015
Junior Josie Ross, who organized the many events revolving around Mary Beth Tinker's visit, is excited to have Tinker speak at BSM.

[Photo] Student rights speaker Mary Beth Tinker to visit BSM

Abby Letscher, Staff Writer
October 19, 2015
Senior Peter McCague was the MC of the Homecoming Pep Fest and featured his own pair of decorated senior overalls.

[Photo] Week in Review: Homecoming

October 19, 2015
Knightlife President and BSM senior Anna von Kampen looks forward to the year ahead for Knightlife.

[Photo] Knightlife restructures for organization and accountability

Andrew Plouff, Staff Writer
October 9, 2015
President Jalen Anderson, treasurer Jamison Battle, and vice president Mary Youngblut have recently been elected as freshmen class officers.

[Photo] Freshman student council officers elected

James Libbey, Staff Writer
October 5, 2015
The city of St. Louis Park has told Mark Tucker that his famous treehouse must be taken down by the end of the year.

[Photo] Famous St. Louis Park treehouse to be taken down

Katie Hansen, Staff Writer
October 5, 2015
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[Photo] Elisa

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
October 5, 2015
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[Photo] Dori

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
October 3, 2015
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[Photo] Arthur

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
October 3, 2015
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[Photo] Sylvia

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
October 3, 2015
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[Photo] Oliver

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
October 3, 2015
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[Photo] Alton

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
October 5, 2015
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[Photo] Henry

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
October 5, 2015
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[Photo] Speaking of Languages: Stories of Multilingual Students

Carolina Jimenez, Features Editor
October 2, 2015
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[Photo] Amelia

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
October 3, 2015
The freshmen reading buddies meet with the Little Knights on Monday and Friday mornings.

[Photo] Little Knights partner up with freshmen reading buddies

Maya Berg, Staff Writer
October 1, 2015
Senior captain Paige McLeod returns the ball to her teammate in a recent practice at Aquila Park.

[Photo] Girls tennis sports high ranking in State, work to capture elusive State title

Samantha Deterding, Staff Writer
September 18, 2015
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