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DRAW A HEART. The Pink Heart Project, created by sophomores Beatrix Rhone and Elzie Bieganek, hopes to build visible solidarity and support for survivors of sexual assault.
[Q&A] Pink Hearts founders seek support for survivors
April 24, 2024
PROTEST. Advocates for abortion rights protest in nearby Reno, Nevada in 2021. The response to the reinstated Arizona ban from pro-choice politicians has been strong, and there have been multiple attempts in the last few days to repeal the ban, primarily led by the minority democratic party of the Arizona House. However, these attempts have been unsuccessful. (Public Domain Image)
Arizona Supreme Court reinstates 1864 abortion ban
April 18, 2024
IN CELEBRATION. Intricate henna designs are on the hands of Amir Dahm’s family. “Henna (Mehndi) is done commonly for big events like weddings or Eid,” Dahm said. (Submitted Photo: Amir Dahm)
Muslim students share the meaning of Eid al-Fitr
April 10, 2024
SUSTAINING SPA. After implementing Meatless Wednesday, the Upper School Council (USC) moves towards planning Earth Week. USC members raise their hands to volunteer to run various stations and activities throughout the week.
USC launches Meatless Wednesdays to reduce carbon emissions
April 9, 2024
FLOWERS FROM THE HEART. Senior Ingrid Johnson adds a decorative outline dotted with flowers to her letter.
CAS hosts Service Night to bring community together for a cause
April 8, 2024
DEBATED DOLLAR. Individual buying power can help enact corporate and political change. Make consumer decisions based on personal values. Its up to the consumer whether their money goes towards the sustainable or unsustainable, McKoy writes.
Reclaim power as a consumer, hold companies accountable
April 24, 2024
IMBALANCE. In SPAs class discussions, the excessive participation of some individuals makes it harder for others to contribute. Often, when strong voices dont leave room for others in discussions, some students give up trying to participate and zone out.
Make space for everyone in classroom discussions
April 23, 2024
SAYING GOODBYE. The senior-decorated stairway wall in Lower Schilling displays a college rejection board, a hand drawn image of the common area and a countdown of the days left of school, among other things. With one week left, leaving well means focusing on gratitude and joy.
How to leave well
April 22, 2024
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
April 16, 2024
BREAK FREE from your devices and cut your screen time down to better engage with your surroundings.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Put down the phone
April 16, 2024
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
April 16, 2024
BREAK FREE from your devices and cut your screen time down to better engage with your surroundings.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Put down the phone
April 16, 2024
START CLEANING using different important aspects of relationships to properly evaluate connections.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Spring clean your relationships
March 14, 2024
MISSING IN ACTION. Nowadays, disengaging from social obligations is easier than ever before. Societal norms in the post-pandemic era have shifted, and for many, socialization is no longer an easy, casual routine. Reengagement, both in and outside of school, is crucial to rebuilding a sense of community.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Made plans? Be there.
March 13, 2024
EXPLORE BLACK HISTORY MONTH and discover different paths to take for community engagement.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Black History Month: go beyond history
February 27, 2024
FIVE FREEDOMS. The First Amendment of the Constitution lays out five essential freedoms for American citizens. Over the summer, co-Editor in Chief Orion Kim dove deep into the nuances of the Amendment.
[FREE SPIRIT] U.S. should employ harsher online restrictions regarding free speech
March 12, 2024
FIVE FREEDOMS. The First Amendment of the Constitution lays out five essential freedoms for American citizens. Over the summer, co-Editor in Chief Orion Kim dove deep into the nuances of the Amendment.
[FREE SPIRIT] Claudine Gay’s controversy pits free speech against morality
February 12, 2024
POWER WITH PARAMETERS. Students should exercise their right to assemble while understanding the boundaries of what is protected by the Constitution.
[FREE SPIRIT] Diving deep into the right to assemble
December 1, 2023
LIFE IMITATES ART is a monthly arts opinion column written by The Rubicon opinions editor Eliza Farley. (Illustration created using Adobe Express)
[LIFE/ART] In the music industry, it seems, it’s the year of the female
November 3, 2023
FIVE FREEDOMS. The First Amendment of the Constitution lays out five essential freedoms for American citizens. Over the summer, co-Editor in Chief Orion Kim dove deep into the nuances of the Amendment. “Reporters might be able to cover content freely, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t respect the people they’re covering,” Kim wrote.
[FREE SPIRIT] First Amendment freedoms let citizens determine morality of their expression
October 6, 2023
There are healthier ways to find value in life than thinking about death
There are healthier ways to find value in life than thinking about death
December 5, 2023
No longer a bystander
No longer a bystander
November 29, 2023
Bring more awareness to seasonal depression
Bring more awareness to seasonal depression
November 4, 2023
Community time worth more than passing time
Community time worth more than passing time
October 5, 2023
An adjunct to an adjunct professors disjunction
An adjunct to an adjunct professor’s disjunction
February 18, 2023
TASTE TEST. Junior Talia Cairns is working on a food-related topic with her classmates, junior Deling Chen and senior Annika Lillegard. (Submitted Photo: Karissa Baker)
ASR and ATP come together for final projects
April 24, 2024
MONEY MONEY MONEY. Senior Theo Bonin wishes for a more transparent and understanding discussion of financial diversity at SPA. Despite nearly one-third of the student body receiving financial assistance to attend SPA, Bonin feels that the school culture makes false assumptions about family wealth.
Bonin breaks down barriers to financial conversations at SPA
April 23, 2024
POP PRODUCTION. Gunther works on a track during her free time at school. The back of her laptop is decorated with stickers of artists she admires, such as Charli XCX and Shygirl.
Gunther goes for pop precision
April 22, 2024
DIAGNOSIS. Emily Weinstock-Collins smiles right before undergoing surgery to diagnose endometriosis. “It was very surprising because I always thought, if I got sick, I would always get better…By the time I got my diagnosis, it was not very surprising because I knew something was wrong. Ive just been waiting a really long time for [answers],” Weinstock-Collins said. Submitted by Emily Weinstock-Collins
Weinstock-Collins’s journey through chronic illness: from symptoms to diagnosis
April 18, 2024
SLEEPYTIME. Senior Bridget Keel runs the @spartans_caught_sleeping account on Instagram, posting pictures of students napping or laying down around the SPA campus. As she runs the account, she is careful to abide by SPAs rules on photographing and posting students images online, and requires explicit consent from the students in the photos before posting. (Screenshot from Instagram)
Student-ran Instagram accounts ties SPA community together through creative posts
April 12, 2024
CONGRATS GRAD. Grad parties require lots of planning, but they are a fun and lively way to recognize the accomplishments of high school graduates.
Glitter, gifts and guestbooks: A guide to grad parties
April 24, 2024
DAUGHTERS. Directors Angela Patton and Natalie Rae created a beautiful film centered around the Date Your Daughter program. (Fair Use Image: MSPIFF Website)
[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Film Festival highlights new filmmakers
April 22, 2024
COWBOY CARTER. With the release of her latest album on March 29, Beyoncé has demonstrated that she can produce music across genres and proved that Black artists belong in country music just as much as white artists. (Fair use image: @beyonce on Instagram)
Beyoncé shows that Black artists can be cowboys, too
April 11, 2024
PLAYING WITH TEXTURE. Hejny demonstrates the rough texture on her 18-foot-tall commissioned painting from the salt added to the paint.
Local artist Annie Irene Hejny finds inspiration in nature
April 3, 2024
LOCAL BOOKSTORE. Red Balloon is a great place to find some new books to read and support the neighborhood.
[AROUND TOWN] Red Balloon Bookshop serves the community with literature
March 17, 2024
DAUGHTERS. Directors Angela Patton and Natalie Rae created a beautiful film centered around the Date Your Daughter program. (Fair Use Image: MSPIFF Website)
[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Film Festival highlights new filmmakers
April 22, 2024
STOIC AND MYSTERIOUS. Dr. J. Robert Oppenheimer (Cillian Murphy) pushes his hat over his face in an intense monochromatic scene.
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] Oppenheimer features impeccable cinematography, world-class direction, award-worthy acting
March 10, 2024
SPEAKING WITH THEIR EYES. Greta Lee (Nora Moon) and Teo Yoo (Hae Sung) do a spectcular job of conveying their emotions from their body language and expressions. (Screenshot from offical Past Lives trailer)
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] Past Lives explores unrequited love in its simple, yet profound plot
March 9, 2024
REALISTIC VILLAINY. The Zone of Interest follows the Höss families day-to-day lives living in a house directly bordering the Auschwitz concentration camp. (Screenshot from The Zone of Interest official trailer)
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] The Zone of Interest shocks with uniquely nuanced approach to the war film
March 8, 2024
HOLIDAY SURPRISE. “I dont think Ive ever had a real family Christmas like this before,” says Angus Tully, a flawed but promising student at Barton Preparatory School in Massachusetts. Ironically, Angus says this as a Holdover—a student with nowhere to go for winter break. In the scene, Angus is celebrating Christmas with a flawed family—Mary, the Barton cafeteria manager, and Paul Hunham, the history teacher with a checkered past. (Screen capture Holdovers Official Trailer, Focus Films)
[COUNTDOWN TO THE OSCARS] The Holdovers brings unlikely trio together for the holidays
March 8, 2024
ATHENA. Mezas teammates commend her leadership and passion on the field and ice. She is so hardworking and encouraging and you can tell she loves whatever sport shes playing and all of her teammates,” sophomore Lucia Gonzalez said.
Aurelia Meza named 2024 Athena
April 24, 2024
Volleyball was initially created as a game geared towards men due to societal attitudes about gender and athletics. It was called “mintonette” and was designed to offer a game less strenuous than basketball.
Volleyball? It’s for everyone
April 23, 2024
BACKHAND. Senior Baasit Mahmood hits a backhand stroke against the Mahtomedi Zephyrs towards the beginning of the game. The second match went on for more than two hours, with the Spartans losing 3-4.
Boys tennis kicks off season fiercely with three matches in one day
April 17, 2024
LUNGE. Lower school students practice lunging.
Fencing fosters new generation of athletes at lower school
April 12, 2024
SUPERSONIC. Tamari Christopher pitches during a softball game last year. She was a 8th grader.
Softball and girls lacrosse join new co-ops
April 11, 2024
FIGHT. Feeling the burn, sophomore Maren Overgaard pushes through, making her way to the finish.
State finals wrap up girls cross country season
November 16, 2023
WALL OF STEEL. Junior Madelyn Moser and sophomore Nora McKoy jump up to block a hit.
Dig Pink game raises $8,400 for the Side-Out Foundation
November 16, 2023
APPRECIATION. Senior Amalia Laguna opens gift bags with her fellow senior Spark swimmers.
Amalia Laguna finds her place on the Sparks
November 10, 2023
HEADS UP. Freshman Murphy Miltner spikes the ball and gains the Spartans a point after adjusting to her new offensive position on the team.
Volleyball crushes the Math and Science Dragons
November 4, 2023
CELEBRATION. The entire team storms down the field celebrating Ethan Peltiers winning goal.
Boys soccer advances to state finals in an electrifying match against Holy Family
November 3, 2023
GOOD JOB. Captain Mikkel Rawdon goes in for a hug after freshman John Grimsrud makes his first basket of the game. “It felt good for this one to go in with everyone cheering” Grimsrud said.
Spartans win section semi final, compete in finals tonight
March 15, 2024
EN GARDE. Senior Maik Nguyen gets into position to fence his first round in Junior Mens Épée in the large gym as his friends watches from the sidelines.
SPA hosts fencing state tournament
March 10, 2024
SHARP SHOOTER. Captain Mikkel Rawdon prepares to pass during a game at the Target Center. Rawdon has tallied a high number of points during his two years playing for varsity.
The “trifecta” is completed: Mikkel Rawdon reaches 1,000 points
March 6, 2024
How do winter athletes stay healthy?
How do winter athletes stay healthy?
March 5, 2024
RELAY. Senior Connor Overgaard begins the first leg of the 200 medley relay with backstroke. Im proud of this relay, he said.
Bhargava and Overgaard compete at state following a record-breaking performance at sections
March 3, 2024
BACKHAND. Senior Baasit Mahmood hits a backhand stroke against the Mahtomedi Zephyrs towards the beginning of the game. The second match went on for more than two hours, with the Spartans losing 3-4.
Boys tennis kicks off season fiercely with three matches in one day
April 17, 2024
SUPERSONIC. Tamari Christopher pitches during a softball game last year. She was a 8th grader.
Softball and girls lacrosse join new co-ops
April 11, 2024
LOCKED IN. Senior Theo Zimmerman, a more experienced player, springs up off the grass with the frisbee in hand after taking a fall.
First Ultimate game unites new and returning players
April 10, 2024
YOUNG LEADER. Freshman Peony Steele is the only Spartan captain from her grade, stepping up as a leader due to the lack of upperclassmen on the girls golf team. (Submitted Photo: Peony Steele)
Steele leads through passion and purpose
April 9, 2024
STRIDE. The track and field team practices their different stride styles. Many athletes run different distances, but starting early and practicing a diverse set of running styles sets the athletes up for success in any event. “If you start your good habits early you are less likely to be injured due to poor form,” captain Bridget Keel said.
Track and field captains’ practices bring team together
March 9, 2024
CARBON FOOTPRINTS. In order to protect the Earth, people need to always think about their carbon emission and how they can limit their footprints.
[QUIZ] Celebrate Earth Week by testing your knowledge on carbon emissions
April 24, 2024
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 6 Raven Glaser enjoys sports that decenter competition
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 6 Raven Glaser enjoys sports that decenter competition
April 23, 2024
In this podcast, host Greyson Sale discusses sophomores Hazel McCarthy, Annalise Atkinson, and Evan Morris about their thought on the potential TikTok ban.
Student Reacts: The Potential TikTok Ban
April 22, 2024
In this podcast, Nora McKoy talks with Opinion Editor Siri Pattison to discuss the story behind creating Now, thats a Wrapped A&E story.
[STORY BEHIND THE STORIES]: Now, that’s a Wrapped” with Siri Pattison
April 18, 2024
DIY: Vision Board
DIY: Vision Board
March 13, 2024
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 6 Raven Glaser enjoys sports that decenter competition
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 6 Raven Glaser enjoys sports that decenter competition
April 23, 2024
In this podcast, host Greyson Sale discusses sophomores Hazel McCarthy, Annalise Atkinson, and Evan Morris about their thought on the potential TikTok ban.
Student Reacts: The Potential TikTok Ban
April 22, 2024
In this podcast, Nora McKoy talks with Opinion Editor Siri Pattison to discuss the story behind creating Now, thats a Wrapped A&E story.
[STORY BEHIND THE STORIES]: Now, that’s a Wrapped” with Siri Pattison
April 18, 2024
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 5 Sydney Zimmerman recalls freshman year at boarding school
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 5 Sydney Zimmerman recalls freshman year at boarding school
March 11, 2024
SING YOUR HEART OUT. Seifert and Kannankutty are part of two seperate choirs under the organization. Both seniors have found joy singing alongside individuals who share the same passion for choral music as them. Its just really beautiful to see so many people dedicated to something that they love, Kannankutty said. (Image via @angelicachoirs on Instagram)
Seifert and Kannankutty find community in Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs
March 2, 2024
DIY: Vision Board
DIY: Vision Board
March 13, 2024
Connection with family and culture through food: Lunar New Year
Connection with family and culture through food: Lunar New Year
March 5, 2024
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February 15, 2024
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Peter Blanchfield

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Opinions Editor

Peter Blanchfield, class of 2018, is this year's RubicOnline Opinions Editor.  Outside of publications he plays on St. Paul Academy and Summit School's varsity basketball and football teams. Additionally he is a bit of a history expert; he leads SPA's Quizbowl team as its president this year. Peter is a Minnesota native and has lived in Woodbury his whole life. However, he has traveled the globe to places like Mexico and London. This is Blanchfield’s second year as part of The Rubicon staff and his fourth year at SPA.

He can be reached at [email protected].

All content by Peter Blanchfield
Boulger leaves behind a golden age of the math department

Boulger leaves behind a golden age of the math department

Peter Blanchfield and Noah Raaum
May 24, 2018
Discipline Committee hopes this new form will help them stay proactive.

DC hopes new form will continue strive to openness.

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
April 2, 2018
Senior baseball captain Tom Patterson looks to lead his team to another successful season

Patterson takes on new captainship

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
April 9, 2018
Junior Reuben Vizelman, donates blood at the annual drive.

USC supports Red Cross through annual blood drive

Peter Blanchfield, Opinions Editor
February 22, 2018
United Hockey skates continues to play during the first period, trying to keep up their 1-0 lead.

United loses a heart-wrenching game against Alexandria

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
February 22, 2018
“We had a great cast of almost entirely underclassmen who I don’t otherwise see,” senior Tess Hick said, “I liked getting to work with people I don’t usually get to work with. It was really good to hang out with them and take a leadership role.”

[Photo] “Sorry, Wrong Number” builds suspense, bonding

February 17, 2018
Written by Jeremy Bloom, “Peter/Wendy” is a darker version of the the fairy tale.

[Photo] “Peter/Wendy” offers a fresh, more chilling child’s story

February 17, 2018
While the other acts explored topics of life, “No Exit” by Jean-Paul Sartre depicted the possibilities of what might come after.

[Photo] “No Exit” fulfills directors’ long-held anticipation

February 17, 2018
Under the direction of seniors Ellie Findell and Mira Zelle, Noel Coward’s “Hay Fever” was a fast paced and energetic show. “There is love, games, and love games,” Zelle said.

[Photo] “Hay Fever” exemplifies family on and off stage

February 17, 2018
Telling the tales of people who share a place in common, Terry Gabbard’s “Our Place” was directed by senior Maya Shrestha.

[Photo] “Our Place” lets Shrestha bring her ideas to life

February 17, 2018
Classes on food preparation, money management, and taxes should be in the mix of the college-prep curriculum.

[Photo] Skills curriculum should be added to college prep

Eloise Duncan, Staff Writer
February 16, 2018
The Science Olympiad team won third at Reigonals and will advance to State

Science Olympiad takes third at regionals, advances to State

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
February 6, 2018
The groundhog Punxsutawney Phil is pictured here after one of his predictions. Phil has been the token groundhog since the late 1800s.

Groundhog forecasts 6 more weeks of winter; students dubious

Peter Blanchfield, The Rubicon Editor
February 2, 2018
Junior Sammy Ries speeds up for the finish.

Alpine finishes Conference, with impressive display

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
February 2, 2018
St. Paul United huddles before their game against Chisago Lakes.

United beats a challenging Chisago Lakes team

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
January 28, 2018
Seniors Ben Konstan, Iya Abdulkarim(not pictured) and Adnan Askari along with Juniors Isabel Dieperink and Jeffery Huang competed for the SPA 1 team.

Science Bowl competes in Regionals, falls short

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
January 23, 2018
Its hard to find a parking space on campus, especially when street parking is closed for snow removal. Carpooling could solve this problem.

[Photo] Sick of driving to school? Consider a carpool.

Tristan Hitchens-Brookins, Staff Writer
January 17, 2018
TeKnowledge helps people, primarily elders, learn how to use new technology. Senior Ezra Cohen founded the company to teach consumer tech: how to use iPhones, mac, printers, etc.

Cohen founds tech company to assist the elderly

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
January 16, 2018
Senior Izzy Denny takes the ball from a Blake player.

Girls Basketball has mixed success against Blake

Ellie Findell and Peter Blanchfield
January 13, 2018
Senior Peter Kilborn makes a save to end a Blake threat on a breakaway goal.

Spartans falter against Blake, despite strong goaltending

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
January 8, 2018
The United hockey team played a tough game against Breck but lost.

United loses a tough fought game to Breck

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
December 14, 2017
The bold colors of the setting sun are caused by the interaction of light waves with air and pollutant particles. Clear winter air increases the colors brightness, which is why the recent dawns and dusks have been particularly radiant.

More than captivating colors: the science behind sun rises and sunsets

Flannery Enneking-Norton and Peter Blanchfield
December 11, 2017
Freshman Michael Bagnoli is a contributor for the Varsity Hockey team.

Bagnoli finds a home in varsity sports

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
December 6, 2017
Senior Numi Katz and junior Ethan Less watch as the group shares some food.

Mishpacha, stronger through consolidation, hosts Hanukkah

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline
December 5, 2017
St. Paul United celebrates after scoring with 2.9 seconds to score.

United win in thrilling fashion over Tartan

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
November 16, 2017
Senior Flannery Enneking-Norton finishes the race strong for first overall.

Spartan Cross-Country competes hard in conference meet

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
October 19, 2017
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[Photo] Girls Varsity Volleyball beats Providence Academy in IMAC championship

Annie Bottern, RubicOnline Editor
October 18, 2017
Juniors Dylan Rosso and Riley Tietel dress for hunting ducks bout to cancel their flights Tietel said.

PHOTO GALLERY: Great Outdoors Day brings out hunters, campers, and animals

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
October 5, 2017
A sign against the Ford Plan.

Ford Plan vote evokes anger but also joy

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
October 1, 2017
Upper School Council sold the mugs and bottles for $7 each.

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Junior Blythe Rients is ready to dominate as she jumps to hit the ball.

SPA Volleyball cruises against Breck

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
September 20, 2017
The cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee take the stage during tech week to refine their performance. “The cast has been incredible and I’m so excited for the show; everyone has been really dedicated,” Harrison said. Shows run Sept. 15-16 at 7.pm.

Harrison makes history with first student-directed musical

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Opinions Editor
September 14, 2017
Junior Peter Blanchfield and seniors Bailey Troth, Coleman Thompson, Phoebe Pannier, and Paul Watkins competed at Quiz Bowl Nationals over Memorial Day weekend. The team finished 142 out of approximately 340 teams.

Quiz Bowl ends season with national showing

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
June 1, 2017
Senior Barbara Bathke gets a hit in the bottom of the third.

Softball cruises past Edison in first section game

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
May 22, 2017
Some of the Huss Center tables should be moved into the Upper Library

[Photo] With finals coming up, quiet study spaces will be essential

Eli Goldman, Staff Writer
June 1, 2017
Senior Emerson Egly on the mound is backed up by junior Jesper Salverda on first base.

Spartan Baseball beats New Life Academy

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
May 30, 2017
The Huss Center has become the new home for the Awards Ceremony

Shorter Awards Ceremony yields better show

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
May 28, 2017
Junior Nik Elsaesser showcases his dress well to guess well ritual.

Study, sleep, or watch anime: students prepare for exams in different ways

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
May 18, 2017
Senior third baseman Justine Miller holds a Breck player on base in the third inning.

Softball wins a high scoring game against rival Breck

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
May 5, 2017
The Advanced Jazz band wows with its rendition of Sing,Sing,Sing.

Jazz concert culminates successful year for band

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
May 1, 2017
Senior pitcher Emerson Egly had a dominant performance Thursday.

Spartans defeat St. Anthony for first time in 7 years

Peter Blanchfield, Rubiconline Editor
April 14, 2017
Juniors Iya Abdulkarim and Henry Zeitlow pose with their Seagate emerging scientist awards.

Both veteran and first time presenters succeed at State Science Fair

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
March 30, 2017
Although there was confusion, Moonlight prevailed and won Best Picture at the 89th Oscar Awards.

Despite mix-up, 89th Academy Awards dazzle

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
February 27, 2017
USCs color coded post-it responses for the Opinion board provide a new way for students to contribute.

New post-its make the opinion board a more colorful, but less peaceful space

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
December 5, 2016
Seniors Soph Lundberg and Coleman Thompson midway through the performance.

As You Like It fuses student energy and professional skill

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
November 28, 2016

The Office: Business

Webster Lehmann and Peter Blanchfield
November 7, 2016
Bob Dylan performing at one of his many concerts. Photo credit:

Swedish Academy honors Bob Dylan with Nobel Prize for Literature

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
November 3, 2016
CALL ME MAYBE? New iPhone 7 disappoints users with its lack of new features. Flickr CC Photo:

REVIEW: New iPhone 7 underwhelms users

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor
September 26, 2016
Linda Brooks announces the recipients of awards given out at the MHSPA fair, and NSPA. Award winners inlcuded Caludia Rosario, Tessa Rauch, Liza Buckingholts, Madeeha Rizvi

Fall Recognition Assembly honors student accomplishments

Peter Blanchfield, Staff Writer
December 10, 2015
Sophomore Lauren Datta pilots a Cirrus SR20 aircraft. “I have mostly flown really small planes like Cessnas and Cirrus’,” Datta said.

Students’ love of planes soars to new heights

Peter Blanchfield, Staff Writer
November 29, 2015
Seniors meet with faculty during senior project breakfast. For his senior project Dean Issacson worked with his soccer coach, this internship might lead to a job opportunity somewhere down the road, Issacson said.

Senior projects provide students with real world skills

Peter Blanchfield, Staff Writer
June 4, 2015
Senior Eliot Tong slams a ball across the net at a match against The Blake School on April 22. “ Blake is a very tough opponent, but it is fun to play them,” Tong said. The tennis team has an upcoming match on May 5, at home against Minnehaha Academy at 4 pm.

Boys tennis charges the net

Peter Blanchfield, Staff Writer
May 6, 2015
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