The Rubicon

Data breaches invade privacy, question basic rights

Nitya Thakkar, RubicOnline Editor • October 20, 2017

In light of the many data breaches that have been occurring, all people need to be more aware of the information they put out on the internet.

A meaningless apology: “I’m sorry”

Sharee Roman, Photographer • October 17, 2017

Let's slow down, stop, and ask ourselves, "why are we apologizing". The use of the word "sorry" has been rendered meaningless through polite inquiries and events no one has control over.

SPA THINKS: Should seniority be respected?

Noah Raaum, Videographer • October 11, 2017

Is seniority an earned privilege or an annoying expectation?

With the Huss and Schilling Center, SPA remodels for the 21st century

Jake Adams, RubicOnline Editor • October 10, 2017

The Upper School renovation should reflect some of the ecological and stylistic choices made in the new building additions.

Mourning not the time for politics

Webster Lehmann, Creative Design Manager • October 7, 2017

Gun violence is obviously a large problem in the U.S., but this is a time to find unity, process trauma and feel grief, not change policies.

Three weeks is all it takes

Tristan Hitchens-Brookins, Staff Writer • October 5, 2017

The first three weeks of school provide freshman and club leaders the opportunity to meet each other and learn from each other.

STAFF EDITORIAL: Step toward a brighter future with green choices

The Rubicon Staff, Editorial • September 28, 2017

SPA students need to recognize their role in climate change and take part in helping the environment.

Students shouldn’t let stereotypes affect their decision to attend clubs

Sharee Roman, Photographer • September 27, 2017

While affinity groups function as a safe space for a specific group of people, alliances are open to everybody.

2 SIDES: Did the mug / water bottle sales improve sustainability?

Flannery Enneking Norton and Lucy Sandeen • September 26, 2017

Upper School Council sold water bottles and coffee mugs to raise funds and reduce waste.

Quit dropping a penny a swear word

Sharee Roman, Photojournalist • September 26, 2017

Swearing has become an epidemic at SPA. There needs to be an effort on the students part to remedy this issue.

STAFF EDITORIAL: Turn hopes into action with community service opportunity

RubicOnline, Editorial • September 20, 2017

With time and funding allocated, it's time for clubs and students to be creative as community service becomes part of the school schedule.

SPA THINKS: When should students start thinking about college?

Noah Raaum, Videographer • September 17, 2017

Four students share their opinions on when its best for students to start thinking about college.