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TEAMWORK, DREAM WORK. Seniors Annika Brelsford, Pah Na, Grant Mortenson, Will Sedo and more, hop on Nas large blue sled together as they speed down the hill. Na said, I brought my own sled which was nice and we were able to get five people on the sled at once going down the hill. I was on top of Grant’s shoulders. I thought it was really fun, it was great to see everyone out there wiping out or chilling with their hot chocolate.
[PHOTO STORY] Outdoor Club’s Sledding Extravaganza attracts largest crowd in years
January 14, 2022
MASTER PLAN. PolyMet prepares to use the former LTV taconite plant at the Erie Mining Company site in Hoyt Lakes, Minnesota for processing the non-ferrous ores. Henderson clarified the difference between Twin Metals and PolyMet; he said, PolyMet and Twin Metals are the project-specific entities that have handled the development of the respective projects in Minnesota. Both are held by larger, multi-national companies (Glencore for PolyMet, Antofagasta for Twin Metals).
Top five Beats of 2021
January 11, 2022
Nathan Mann delivers his speech in front of a crowd comprised of the senior class, a handful of mixed advisories, and selected visitors. Students in grades 9-11 watched a livestream in their advisories to reduce the number of people gathered in the Huss.
Senior speeches move to hybrid
January 10, 2022
Top five news stories of 2021
Top five news stories of 2021
January 4, 2022
HAPPY HANNUKAH. This year, Hannukah went from Nov. 28, to Dec. 6. During todays tutorial, Mishpacha hosted a schoolwide Hannukah party in the small gym to celebrate.
[PHOTO STORY] Mishpacha’s Hanukkah party helps students unwind before midterms
December 9, 2021
The memorial plaza at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington DC.
Spend this MLK Day as a “day on”
January 17, 2022
Security fencing at the Supreme Court after the Capitol insurrection on Jan. 6, 2021.
January 6, one year later
January 6, 2022
Top five opinion and editorial stories of 2021
Top five opinion and editorial stories of 2021
January 5, 2022
Cast a line and give fishing a try
Cast a line and give fishing a try
January 5, 2022
Race, vision, morals and gender all shape ones political beliefs.
How political views shape personal opinions
January 4, 2022
The information regarding sex and gender have been washed together and interchanged. This mix is harmful to everyone, including people who identify with traditional binary genders.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] School policy and practice on gender creates a strong model for the broader world
December 14, 2021
OUT-OF-CLASS. All teachers and students enjoy participating in various activities. Getting to know teachers interests, and sharing out of school experiences, can help develop meaningful relationships beyond academics.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Get to know teachers as people
November 30, 2021
UNEARTH THE TRUTH. Thanksgiving is known for its turkey and time with family, but it is important to recognize the roots of the holiday and how it affected indigenous people.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Recognize the history of Thanksgiving and celebrate Indigenous cultures instead
November 17, 2021
IT’S FINE, IT’S NOT COVID. Classmates experience discomfort when students show up with an illness, and with low immunity viruses spread quickly. Students should stay home if they are not feeling well.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Fever? Cough? Aches? Stay home.
October 26, 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
Even when we think “this is me, I’ve created myself,” time will not stop passing. So, creating oneself is accurate but there isn’t a specified end to it.
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] The fallacy of finding yourself
November 4, 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
[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
Freshman Ethan Peltier forces a Breck player off of the puck as junior captain George Peltier scoops it up.
Boys hockey falls just short of key win over Breck
January 17, 2022
Using the weapon of her choice, the foil, Kim practices with a teammate.
Kim qualifies for Junior Olympics fencing team
January 14, 2022
[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Boys Basketballs playlist brings the heat with popular artists
[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Boys Basketball’s playlist brings the heat with popular artists
January 13, 2022
Top five sports stories of 2021
Top five sports stories of 2021
January 7, 2022
The team circles up before the conclusion of halftime, going over their game plan for one last time before the half resumes.
The importance of stats to athletes
January 4, 2022
SPARTANS ON TWO. With a narrow lead at the beginning of the second set, the team gathered for a short pep talk after Saint Agnes called a timeout. Positivity and confidence radiate off the team following excellent communication, player-to-player connection, and composure during the first few minutes of the set.
Girls Varsity Volleyball falls to Saint Agnes, concludes season
October 30, 2021
Wolfpack blocks Province academy from gaining ground in the 3rd quarter soon after they score a touchdown and field goal.
Wolfpack defeated in heated game against Providence Academy
October 25, 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
Freshman Ethan Peltier forces a Breck player off of the puck as junior captain George Peltier scoops it up.
Boys hockey falls just short of key win over Breck
January 17, 2022
Using the weapon of her choice, the foil, Kim practices with a teammate.
Kim qualifies for Junior Olympics fencing team
January 14, 2022
Bond beats Windom defender to the net, taking a backhand shot.
[PHOTO STORY] United hockey beats Windom in Saturday game
December 6, 2021
PASS, SHOOT, SCORE. Sophomore Tysen Hayes aims a pass to fellow teammate Brandt Baskerville.
Boys basketball tips off season with explosive win
December 3, 2021
MASK UP. Sophomore Naomi Kempcke warms up before a game last season. At this point in time, both teams were required to wear face masks due to COVID-19.
Girls Basketball preps for a new season; nearly doubles roster
November 17, 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
BUNDLE UP. As temperatures continue to drop, wearing proper layers and taking precautions continues to be essential to getting through winter. [The key is] just adapting to being outside and wearing a little bit of comfy or warmer clothing in general,” senior Henry Wertkin said.
How to survive winter weather
January 15, 2022
This photo shows some friends and I during a celebration called “Taalu” of the various cultures and countries everyone came from.
Out of Minnesota and into the world: the semester I spent in South Africa
January 14, 2022
Junior Elena Sjaastad gives a pep talk during a meet against Como Park at Humboldt on Sept. 2.
Top five visuals of 2021
January 14, 2022
PROGRESS OVER PERFECTION. With much of January underway, its important to reflect on what has been working this year, track progress and learn how to set attainable goals for the future.
New year, new us: checking in with resolutions
January 13, 2022
Tunney frequently travels to Italy with her family during the summer. It helps her practice her Italian and stay in touch with the language and culture.
Tunney develops usage of Italian, grows a shrinking group
January 12, 2022
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
The Reuben sandwich was salty and tender, with a side of crispy potato chips and a tangy pickle.
[FOOD REVIEW] yum! Kitchen and Bakery serves up sensations in St. Paul
January 14, 2022
SPIDEY-SENSE. Since 2002 when the first Spider-Man movie was released, there have been four actors to play the role of Spider-Man. The actors include Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, Tom Holland, and Shameik Moore.
The ultimate guide to Spider-Man
January 11, 2022
Top five A&E stories of 2021
Top five A&E stories of 2021
January 10, 2022
The plot of Don’t Look Up is simple: two astronomers discover a comet quickly rushing at earth, large enough to decimate the human species. The reaction from the United States government is reminiscent of reality.
[MOVIE REVIEW] Don’t Look Up checks all the boxes of a great movie
January 7, 2022
Aubrey “Drake” Graham is widely considered the greatest rapper of all time. He is one of the most widely known artists of modern music.
[2 SIDES 1 ISSUE] Classical vs. modern music; which is more enjoyable?
January 6, 2022
The Reuben sandwich was salty and tender, with a side of crispy potato chips and a tangy pickle.
[FOOD REVIEW] yum! Kitchen and Bakery serves up sensations in St. Paul
January 14, 2022
The plot of Don’t Look Up is simple: two astronomers discover a comet quickly rushing at earth, large enough to decimate the human species. The reaction from the United States government is reminiscent of reality.
[MOVIE REVIEW] Don’t Look Up checks all the boxes of a great movie
January 7, 2022
The Maple Grove Shake Shack location is one of four in Minnesota. States like California, New York, and Illinois all have upwards of 15 Shake Shacks.
[FOOD REVIEW] Shake Shack opens drive-through, keeps consistency
December 7, 2021
SING IT OUT. The sound of the new album is classic Adele, but that doesnt make fans any less excited to hear 30, especially with Adeles powerful ability to connect her with listeners through song. So far, the most popular tracks from the album include Easy On Me, Oh My God, and Can I Get It.
After six years, fans are ready to welcome Adele’s new album
December 4, 2021
COMING IN HOT. Deedee carries over the food maintaining functionality and a sleek look.
Wired waitstaff: replacing servers with robots
October 30, 2021
Book Club turns the page to 2022 with new reads and recommendations
Book Club turns the page to 2022 with new reads and recommendations
January 15, 2022
Top five videos of 2021
Top five videos of 2021
January 13, 2022
[STYLE EDIT] Pattison takes her fashion to the next level
[STYLE EDIT] Pattison takes her fashion to the next level
January 5, 2022
Twin Cities holiday lights cultivate winter spirit
Twin Cities’ holiday lights cultivate winter spirit
December 9, 2021
[STYLE EDIT] Greene-Friedman shares her fashion choices
[STYLE EDIT] Greene-Friedman shares her fashion choices
November 4, 2021
In this episode, sophomore Clara McKoy peeks into the German language learning process by interviewing Upper School German teacher Rachel Ruddick and sophomore Andrew Drake. Ruddick shares her fascinating story of learning German as a child and now becoming a German teacher while Drake talks about possibly studying abroad in Germany in his future years. (Made via Canva)
The Language Learning Process: Ep.4 German
January 14, 2022
[POETRY PODCAST] Ep. 2: Ellie Murphy
[POETRY PODCAST] Ep. 2: Ellie Murphy
January 14, 2022
Over the past year of hard work and progress, the Rubicon Podcast has taken a big leap since day 1. Out of the many remarkable podcast stories, 5 podcasts are congratulated as the Top Podcast Stories of 2021.
Top Five Podcasts of 2021
January 12, 2022
[POETRY PODCAST] Ep. 1: James Montague
[POETRY PODCAST] Ep. 1: James Montague
January 7, 2022
In this episode, sophomore Zadie Martin interviews French teacher Aimeric Lajuzan, sophomore Riley Ringness, and sophomore Ayla Rivers regarding the French language learning process at SPA.
The Language Learning Process: Ep. 3 French
December 9, 2021
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TEAMWORK, DREAM WORK. Seniors Annika Brelsford, Pah Na, Grant Mortenson, Will Sedo and more, hop on Nas large blue sled together as they speed down the hill. Na said, I brought my own sled which was nice and we were able to get five people on the sled at once going down the hill. I was on top of Grant’s shoulders. I thought it was really fun, it was great to see everyone out there wiping out or chilling with their hot chocolate.

[PHOTO STORY] Outdoor Club’s Sledding Extravaganza attracts largest crowd in years

Elle Chen and Freya Brokken • January 14, 2022
On Thursday, Jan. 4, Outdoors Club invited all Upper School students for sledding and hot chocolate during X period.
MASTER PLAN. PolyMet prepares to use the former LTV taconite plant at the Erie Mining Company site in Hoyt Lakes, Minnesota for processing the non-ferrous ores. Henderson clarified the difference between Twin Metals and PolyMet; he said, PolyMet and Twin Metals are the project-specific entities that have handled the development of the respective projects in Minnesota. Both are held by larger, multi-national companies (Glencore for PolyMet, Antofagasta for Twin Metals).

Top five Beats of 2021

RubicOnline Staff • January 11, 2022
The top five Beats of 2021, compiled from several different sections on the RubicOnline.
Nathan Mann delivers his speech in front of a crowd comprised of the senior class, a handful of mixed advisories, and selected visitors. Students in grades 9-11 watched a livestream in their advisories to reduce the number of people gathered in the Huss.

Senior speeches move to hybrid

Ali Browne, RubicOnline • January 10, 2022
Beginning with the 14th set of speakers, senior speeches will undergo a hybrid format for the month of January.
Top five news stories of 2021

Top five news stories of 2021

RubicOnline Staff • January 4, 2022
Through presidential elections, social justice to a fence, news writers have worked tirelessly to help keep the community informed and up to date. Here are the top 5 news stories written in 2021.
HAPPY HANNUKAH. This year, Hannukah went from Nov. 28, to Dec. 6. During todays tutorial, Mishpacha hosted a schoolwide Hannukah party in the small gym to celebrate.

[PHOTO STORY] Mishpacha’s Hanukkah party helps students unwind before midterms

Elle Chen, RubicOnline • December 9, 2021
During today's tutorial, Mishpacha held a Hanukkah party with food, music and games in the small gym.
Exams end semester, The Rubicon will not report over winter break

Exams end semester, The Rubicon will not report over winter break

News in Brief • December 9, 2021
Exams begin Dec. 13 and run through Dec. 17. Classes resume Jan. 4.
TRUST YOUR GUT. There has been a rise of carjackings over the years. To stay clear of them you can grip your keys in a defensive position.

With carjackings on the rise, safety is key

Alexandra Cardwell, RubicOnline • December 7, 2021
As of Nov. 23 there have been 540 carjackings in Minneapolis, more than five times the number of reported cases in 2019.
GLOBAL. Officials from around the globe came together to discuss hw to stop climate change. After deliberation from world leaders such as Joe Biden and Boris Johnson, countries swore to keep methane emissions down. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/186938113@N07/51643059177/in/photostream/)

Conference of the parties: What happened?

Kevin Chen, RubicOnline • December 5, 2021
While the goal to set the next tangible steps to reduce emissions, the conference offered more compromise than commitment.
MASTER PLAN. PolyMet prepares to use the former LTV taconite plant at the Erie Mining Company site in Hoyt Lakes, Minnesota for processing the non-ferrous ores. Henderson clarified the difference between Twin Metals and PolyMet; he said, PolyMet and Twin Metals are the project-specific entities that have handled the development of the respective projects in Minnesota. Both are held by larger, multi-national companies (Glencore for PolyMet, Antofagasta for Twin Metals).

[SUSTAINABILITY & ETHICS] Companies strive for Minnesota non-ferrous deposits

Elizabeth Trevathan, RubicOnline • December 4, 2021
There is no current copper or nickel mines in Minnesota, but that may soon change.
FIRST SNOWFALL. The first snowfall of the season for St. Paul didn’t happen until Nov. 13 almost a month later than last year.

Warmer fall for ninth year in a row

Eve Sampsell-Jones, The Rubicon • December 4, 2021
Autumn has been getting warmer, and this year fall tied for the warmest in the Metro area.
Biden is determined to reunite bright electricians, line workers, managers, engineers, and much more. Not only does Biden plan to influence the current U.S. infrastructure, but also the future generations.

$1.75 billion of investments in bridges, roads, utilities: Biden returns with the newly signed Infrastructure Bill

Rita Li, RubicOnline • December 3, 2021
This Tuesday, Nov. 30, Biden came to Rosemount, Minnesota selling the benefits of a bipartisan infrastructure law which alternatively claims to provide people with a better social spending plan.
FAMILY FEUD. Senior James Montague and upper school history teacher Nan Dreher work against each other to get the correct answer. This mother-son competition added an extra layer of fun to the activity.

In House Cup Jeopardy, faculty comes out on top

Ali Browne, RubicOnline • December 3, 2021
Quick thinking and buzzer speed kept the intensity high in the annual competition.
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