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Many teachers wear pronoun badges to allow for easy identification and to encourage the sharing of pronouns among students and other staff.
Pronoun practice reflects intent of gender inclusion
October 19, 2021
MIDWEEK MADNESS. Sophomore Annika Lillegard completes a project as scholarly pressure ramps up at the end of Q1. “We’ve really crammed in a lot of learning in the past week,” freshman Ava Schluender said. Many classes have projects due in the final days of the quarter.
Q1 ends, conferences coming up
October 18, 2021
Enbridge has spent the last seven years building the 1,031 mile long Line 3 pipeline.
Line 3 in use, destruction arises
October 11, 2021
ON PRINCIPAL. Theresa Collins joins the upper school community after working as an English teacher and department head. Im finding out that that there are things that I knew I could do and that Im good at, and Im seeing myself utilize those skills, organization planning, communication feedback strategy... all those things, she said.
Collins settles in, starts to make Upper School new home
October 6, 2021
Every year, the seniors wear overalls and blue and gold Spartan gear to celebrate Homecoming.
It’s blue and it’s gold; the Homecoming spirit is back and alive
October 1, 2021
Although necessary during the COVID-19 pandemic, test optional admissions still have some flaws to be ironed out.
Test optional admissions needs improvement to compensate for rising student debt
October 17, 2021
Older students should advocate for more opportunities to show younger students the ropes, to be like their superheroes. It is our job to step up and take on that role, and in doing so, experience the joy of connection.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Superheroes needed: be an active mentor for lower school students
October 13, 2021
While CRISPR does sound like a safe and well-rounded idea, as there have been over 30 years since it was first introduced, many details and specifics are left uncontrolled.
Step aside CRISPR, the world isn’t ready for you yet
October 12, 2021
SPA is heavily focused on community-building, but how it builds it may be subpar.
Are school-based community building efforts effective?
October 7, 2021
People in the community need help from representatives t guide different processes and help them show the importance of the issue.
US Representatives racial imbalances impact representation
October 2, 2021
Older students should advocate for more opportunities to show younger students the ropes, to be like their superheroes. It is our job to step up and take on that role, and in doing so, experience the joy of connection.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Superheroes needed: be an active mentor for lower school students
October 13, 2021
Mindfulness activities, though well intentioned, can do more harm than good to students.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Classroom meditation activities not as helpful as intended
September 23, 2021
Head of school candidates should have frequent interactions with as many students as possible during the search process, not be kept at a distance from most.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Students need time with Head of School candidates
September 10, 2021
GO FOR A RIDE. Biking is an excellent way to relieve stress and get outside.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Get into gear for summer
May 25, 2021
A person’s purpose in life is not to be small. The goal should be happiness and true health.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Live a perfectly sized life and allow others to do the same
May 17, 2021
Minnesota Matters is a monthly column written by Colin Will about political issues that impact the state.
Eviction or aid? Congress must find the compromise.
June 2, 2021
Minnesota Matters is a monthly column written by Colin Will about political issues that impact the state.
Senators, don’t close parks
May 26, 2021
Thinking Out Loud is a monthly column by Opinions Editor Jenny Ries.
[COLUMN] Thinking Out Loud: Find your shoes
April 27, 2021
Thinking Out Loud is a monthly column by Opinions Editor Jenny Ries.
[COLUMN] Thinking Out Loud: Redefine what art means to you
March 8, 2021
Thinking Out Loud is a monthly column by Opinions Editor Jenny Ries.
[COLUMN] Thinking Out Loud: Who’s your Valentine?
February 14, 2021
[LETTER] Feel racial discomfort rather than pushing it away
[LETTER] Feel racial discomfort rather than pushing it away
March 5, 2021
LETTER TO THE COMMUNITY: Aaron Datta
LETTER TO THE COMMUNITY: Aaron Datta
November 26, 2017
Letter to the Editor: Reasons for Service Day truncation
March 2, 2016
Letter to the Editor: Sports coverage should include all teams
September 16, 2015
Girl’s teams find a lack of support from the student body
May 8, 2014
Senior Naci Konar-Steenberg finished in 35th place. He said, It was a breakthrough race for the team: we had five people on varsity under twenty minutes (four boys and one girl), and six out of the seven people on boys varsity got a personal best time. Thats significant because the course we ran on, which was at Battle Creek, is generally considered to be rather difficult, but we had plenty of personal and season bests.
[PHOTO STORY] Varsity Cross Country crosses the finish line for the IMAC Conference Championship
October 18, 2021
SPA Senior Charlie Johnson under center before an important snap.
Wolfpack dominate Bloomington Kennedy, improve to 5-2 on season
October 17, 2021
Defender Aurelia Meza prepares to send a ball into the box, hoping to inspire an offensive attack towards the goal.
GVS falls to Minnehaha in section semi-finals
October 17, 2021
Senior Marie Schumacher swims her first inidividual event of the night which is the 200 freestyle.
SPARKS flipturn to the end of their season with last conference meet
October 15, 2021
The vinyl cover of 4 of the different songs featured on the playlist.
Volleyball serves up a high-energy, warmup playlist
October 10, 2021
Senior Naci Konar-Steenberg finished in 35th place. He said, It was a breakthrough race for the team: we had five people on varsity under twenty minutes (four boys and one girl), and six out of the seven people on boys varsity got a personal best time. Thats significant because the course we ran on, which was at Battle Creek, is generally considered to be rather difficult, but we had plenty of personal and season bests.
[PHOTO STORY] Varsity Cross Country crosses the finish line for the IMAC Conference Championship
October 18, 2021
SPA Senior Charlie Johnson under center before an important snap.
Wolfpack dominate Bloomington Kennedy, improve to 5-2 on season
October 17, 2021
Defender Aurelia Meza prepares to send a ball into the box, hoping to inspire an offensive attack towards the goal.
GVS falls to Minnehaha in section semi-finals
October 17, 2021
Senior Marie Schumacher swims her first inidividual event of the night which is the 200 freestyle.
SPARKS flipturn to the end of their season with last conference meet
October 15, 2021
The vinyl cover of 4 of the different songs featured on the playlist.
Volleyball serves up a high-energy, warmup playlist
October 10, 2021
8th grader Igna Wing skis during the section tournament.
Alpine skiers; girls Nordic prepare for state tournament
March 12, 2021
Skiiers take the lift up to the top of the hill at Buck Hill ski area in Burnsville during the meet.
Culture of Alpine Ski built on co-ed community
March 9, 2021
Players on boys varsity basketball, hockey test positive for COVID-19
Players on boys varsity basketball, hockey test positive for COVID-19
March 6, 2021
Seniors Adam Holod, Noah Lindeman, Ivan Starchook, Patrick Hooley, Levi Mellin, Evan Reynolds and Ahmed Umer were all celebrated during a senior night ceremony right after the game.
Boys basketball fights for overtime victory on senior night
March 4, 2021
Lucie Bond prepared to take the face-off while her team anxiously watched, waiting for her to make the next move.
Girls hockey faces challenges through team bonding, mask wearing
February 26, 2021
O’Brien plays on both the JV and varsity lacrosse teams, two quarters on JV and four on varsity. “ I enjoy getting to play for both teams since more playing time equals more time to improve and better your technique along with meet[ing] people from both of the teams,” O’Brien said.
Jack O’Brien talks Blackhawks wins and losses
June 3, 2021
Moore shifts into a lunge to get ready for a backhand volley.
[PHOTO GALLERY] Spartan tennis plays in 4A tournament
June 2, 2021
Ninth-grader John Christakos slides onto home base as dust flies around him. Christakos has stepped up for the team, even as a new player, having played in nine games so far this season.
[PHOTO GALLERY] Spartan baseball defeats Minnehaha
June 2, 2021
The Visitation team defends their goal as St. Croix Prep prepares to score their 3rd goal.
Girls varsity lacrosse wins 16-6 against St. Croix Prep
May 14, 2021
“My favorite songs on the playlist are Sunset by A-Sho and Lucky Rose, and Cold Ain’t for me by Oceans,” said freshman Henry Choi.
[SPORTS SPOTIFY] Boys Varsity Tennis ‘aces’ playlist
May 12, 2021
[WHATS ON MY DESK?] Larson mixes schoolwork, necessities, and gaming on desk
[WHATS ON MY DESK?] Larson mixes schoolwork, necessities, and gaming on desk
October 19, 2021
All around town, neighbors lawns are getting decorated with Halloween decorations, horror movies are being advertised and haunted houses are being visited. But nothing seems just as horrific as these hair stories.
Horror lover? Wait until you hear these hair stories.
October 16, 2021
Senior Sophie Cullen delivers her speech in the Huss Center Auditorium. As she is among the few first speakers of the year, Cullen was determined to send an impactful message to the audience about the academic culture at SPA.
[Q&A] Sophie Cullen gives insight into the senior speech process
October 13, 2021
The room buzzes with excitement as IC plans SPAs first Indigenous Peoples Day Assembly. Faculty and student leaders alike agree that recognizing the mistreatment and discrimination of Indigenous Peoples in the United States and honoring their roles in society is extremely important.
Club bridges intercultural connections in the upper school
October 11, 2021
Junior Riley Erben likes to help out the community by volunteering at the Ronald McDonald house in her free time.
[COMMUNITY SERVICE SPOTLIGHT] Erben keeps up family tradition through Ronald McDonald house
October 7, 2021
Its Scholastic Journalism Week: What does scholastic journalism mean to me?
QUIZ: [HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW]… the RubicOnline?
March 11, 2020
Members hop over the bench to get on the ice and play.
QUIZ: Have you been paying attention to the sports section?
January 16, 2020
Take this quiz to see some study tips just for you.
QUIZ: Which study tip should you try this Midterm?
December 9, 2019
Turkey is a traditional Thanksgiving food. But was it at the first Thanksgiving celebration?
QUIZ: Do you know Thanksgiving?
November 25, 2019
QUIZ: Which song from Kanyes Jesus is King should you be listening to?
QUIZ: Which song from Kanye’s “Jesus is King” should you be listening to?
November 11, 2019
Cho Sang-Woo, Seong Gi-Hun, and Kang Sae-byeok band together to protect themselves from possible attacks during the night.
[TV REVIEW] Squid Game sparks interest, becomes most-viewed Netflix show of all time
October 17, 2021
Five must-watch spooky movies for the fall season
Five must-watch spooky movies for the fall season
October 10, 2021
Dancing with the Star(chook)s: the return to the ballroom
Dancing with the Star(chook)s: the return to the ballroom
October 5, 2021
The exhibit isn’t creating new material (the music and paintings predate the show), but the artful combination of the two into a truly immersive physical experience is admirable.
Van Gogh exhibit amazes with immersive experience
October 4, 2021
Saturday Night Live returns on Oct. 2.
SNL returns with beloved member departed, new cast
October 3, 2021
Cho Sang-Woo, Seong Gi-Hun, and Kang Sae-byeok band together to protect themselves from possible attacks during the night.
[TV REVIEW] Squid Game sparks interest, becomes most-viewed Netflix show of all time
October 17, 2021
Five must-watch spooky movies for the fall season
Five must-watch spooky movies for the fall season
October 10, 2021
The exhibit isn’t creating new material (the music and paintings predate the show), but the artful combination of the two into a truly immersive physical experience is admirable.
Van Gogh exhibit amazes with immersive experience
October 4, 2021
Shang Chi and the Legend of the Seven Rings hit theaters on Sept. 3. In its second weekend, it grossed 38.5 million, holding onto the top spot for box office.
[MOVIE REVIEW] Marvel combines martial arts, superheroes in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
September 11, 2021
This image shows one of the first stages of making pasta. Eventually, these eggs and flower will create tasty pasta!
[FOOD REVIEW] Simple and delicious homemade pasta recipe hits the spot
May 29, 2021
[THE STYLE EDIT] Ramirez shares her style inspiration
October 6, 2021
Looking forward to Homecoming 2021
Looking forward to Homecoming 2021
September 27, 2021
Day in the life of a student athlete
September 26, 2021
Club fair returns—an inside peek into student-led organizations
September 20, 2021
Remembering the 20th anniversary of 9/11 with SPA families, faculty and students.
Remembering 9/11 with SPA students
September 11, 2021
Do specific types of dreams have different meanings? How often do most people remember their dreams? Allen, Leatham and Hayes discuss with McKoy.
Dreaming: the brain doesn’t sleep when you do
October 11, 2021
[MUSIC PODCAST] Sih plays the Baroque-n strings of the violin
[MUSIC PODCAST] Sih plays the Baroque-n strings of the violin
September 25, 2021
Seniors learn from their 9-12 experience and use We have been in your shoes to impart the wisdom theyve gained.
[CLASS OF 22] Seniors give advice on making the grade
September 15, 2021
[CROSSING THE RUBICON] Ep.7: Whoso List to Hunt, I Know Where is an Hind with Maddy Fisher
[CROSSING THE RUBICON] Ep.7: Whoso List to Hunt, I Know Where is an Hind with Maddy Fisher
May 30, 2021
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May 16, 2021
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Many teachers wear pronoun badges to allow for easy identification and to encourage the sharing of pronouns among students and other staff.

Pronoun practice reflects intent of gender inclusion

Claire Kim, The Rubicon • October 19, 2021
International Pronouns Day is Oct. 20. The school pronoun practices -- the addition of pronoun buttons on most lanyards and backpacks -- reflect the gender inclusion policy.
MIDWEEK MADNESS. Sophomore Annika Lillegard completes a project as scholarly pressure ramps up at the end of Q1. “We’ve really crammed in a lot of learning in the past week,” freshman Ava Schluender said. Many classes have projects due in the final days of the quarter.

Q1 ends, conferences coming up

Eliza Farley, Staff Writer • October 18, 2021
Q1 came to an end Oct. 8 with grades released Oct. 15. Families will have time to talk with faculty about Q2 and year goals during conferences Oct. 28 and Nov. 1.
Enbridge has spent the last seven years building the 1,031 mile long Line 3 pipeline.

Line 3 in use, destruction arises

Elizabeth Trevathan, co-Director of RubicOnline • October 11, 2021
Two rare wetland areas have been destroyed by an accidental aquifer puncture.
ON PRINCIPAL. Theresa Collins joins the upper school community after working as an English teacher and department head. Im finding out that that there are things that I knew I could do and that Im good at, and Im seeing myself utilize those skills, organization planning, communication feedback strategy... all those things, she said.

Collins settles in, starts to make Upper School new home

Hobbs Lillygreen, The Rubicon • October 6, 2021
Principal Theresa Collins moved to Minnesota in July and is wrapping up her first quarter leading the upper school.
Every year, the seniors wear overalls and blue and gold Spartan gear to celebrate Homecoming.

It’s blue and it’s gold; the Homecoming spirit is back and alive

Elle Chen, Zekiah Juliusson, Claire Kim, Annie Bai, Josh Holloway, and Zadie Martin • October 1, 2021
Today's homecoming agenda includes pepfest, GVS, storming the field and blue and gold.
Lilith Greene-Friedman goes for a sporty 90s-inspired look. My inspiration was Olivia Newton John form the Lets Get Physical music video. I just felt that as a dodgeball ref, it would really fit well, she said.

Fourth day of Homecoming brings enthusiasm and endless surprises

Kevin Chen, Ali Browne, and Hazel Waltenbaugh • October 1, 2021
From dodgeball upsets to teacher flash mobs, the fourth day of homecoming was full of pleasant surprises and friendly competition.
Senior Sevy Hayes and junior Sila Liljedahl wore their best Adam Sandler/cozy outfits for Wednesdays Homecoming dress up day. Hayes said, I am so glad to be back on campus and able to dress up again after the short but also painfully long break we had. Liljedahl said, I like Homecoming week dress up days because I get to wear outfits that I wouldnt wear normally and seeing everyone elses wardrobe choices is funny.

Third day of Homecoming inspires competition, kindles laughter

Elizabeth Trevathan, Catherine Hooley, and Rita Li • September 29, 2021

Students choose to dress up by wearing a jersey for their favorite hockey team, the Minnesota Wild. Senior Naomi Straub, I love dressing up with my soccer team.

Second day of Homecoming sparks excitement in students with fan day, lip sync

Tommy Verhey, Ivy Raya, Salah Abdulkarim, Leona Barocas, and Orion Kim • September 28, 2021
The second day of Homecoming was filled with drama, jerseys and more.
With the influence of George Floyd’s death in 2020, the argument of defunding the police has never risen so high before.

Minnesota Supreme Court overturns lower judge: Police Department Amendment is officially added to the state ballot

Rita Li, Rubiconline • September 28, 2021
With the influence of George Floyd’s death in 2020, the argument of defunding the police has never risen so high before.
Two senior teams warm up before their match begins.

Homecoming off to a lively start

September 27, 2021
Homecoming got off to a lively start today with class color day and the much-anticipated ping pong tournament.
An Enbridge Line 3 construction worker walks on-site in Aitkin County, MN.

Enbridge faces $3.32 million in fines, possible criminal charges after piercing major aquifer

Clara McKoy, RubicOnline • September 24, 2021
Line 3 faces backlash after a pierced aquifer causes major damage.
Class representative election results announced

Class representative election results announced

News in Brief • September 23, 2021
Students voted after class meetings Thursday for elected representatives.
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