American Red Cross comforts first-time blood donors
Elle Chen, RubicOnline
February 11, 2020
Although the process of drawing blood only takes 10-20 minutes, the entire process of donating blood takes about an hour total.
Students showcase personal creativity at winter dance
Elle Chen, RubicOnline
February 9, 2020
Red carpets, it’s all about fashion, fame, glitz, and glam. This year’s SPA red carpet themed winter dance was no exception. Check out some amazing looks from the dance.
Iowa caucus trip offers insights into political process
Melissa Nie, Director of RubicOnline
February 6, 2020
Students saw Sen. Amy Klobuchar speak and observed caucus precincts across Decorah.
Superbowl ads: a look at the top hits of 2020
Will Schavee, RubicOnline
February 3, 2020
The top 10 superbowl ads of 2020 with many celebrities featuring in the expensive but popular ads.
Intercultural Club hosts MLK assembly discussion
Annika Rock, RubicOnline
January 29, 2020
On Jan. 27, speakers Anthony Galloway and Rose McGee shared their stories and ideas with the students for the annual MLK assembly.
Girls basketball turns on the lights at senior night
January 27, 2020
The Girls Basketball team won 59-57 on their senior night game vs. Edison High School
Omar talks foreign policy and historic first term
Nikolas Liepins, Contributor
January 26, 2020
After being catapulted into the spotlight as the first Somali-American elected to Congress in 2018, Omar launched her reelection campaign Jan. 23.
WWIII? A look back at the events that nearly led to war with Iran
Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager
January 21, 2020
With tensions subsiding, look back at the historical events that led the U.S. and Iran to the brink of war, and the actions that prevented it.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Take advantage of community-organized MLK events
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January 20, 2020
This MLK day, take one day out of your weekend to truly help make a change in the world.
Girls hockey beats Minnehaha in Tuesday game
Melissa Nie, Director of RubicOnline
January 16, 2020
United Hockey defeated Minnehaha Academy 11-3.
[ARTS OPINION] Tired of lack of diversity at Oscars? Watch Spirit Awards instead
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Liv Larsen, RubicOnline
January 16, 2020
The nominations for the 92nd Academy Awards came out on Monday, and just like every year they came with a lot of backlash.
Health and technology- what’s at risk?
Jenny Ries, The Rubicon
January 15, 2020
Within a world that is more digital focused, some students have also struggled to stay focused at school. This year, SPA has placed so-called “phone garages” in many classrooms, where students are instructed to place their phones before class so as to avoid distraction.
