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ON THE DOLLAR. The gender pay gap is an ever-present problem of women receiving lower wages than men for the same jobs. Within this gap, there are racial disparities as well, creating a complex web of financial inequality.
New York City transparency law promotes salary equity
December 9, 2022
AIR PLANTER. Juniors Humza Murad and Rishi Bhargava make some last minute adjustments to their self-watering planter before class. “A lot of the process has been trial and error and learning from our mistakes,” Murad said.
STEM projects grow from curiosity
December 7, 2022
SPEAKING UP. Chinese residents have grown tired of the strict and inhumane covid policies. Protests arise.
Restrictions eased in China, signaling a small victory for Zero-Covid policy protests
December 6, 2022
IN LEGAL TERMS. Though Minnesota laws make abortion legal, this is only the case before a certain number of weeks.
Minnesota abortion clinics overwhelmed as states prohibit access
December 5, 2022
CIRCLES: Junior Rita Li and Freshman Thomas Chen race around the last chair.
In second House cup event, Gold takes the gold again
November 29, 2022
INTENTLY WATCHING. Students gather in classrooms and common areas to watch the games and root for different countries. “Every classroom should watch the World Cup because it is the biggest sporting event in the world, freshman Lam Le said. “In school, while watching this tournament, you know, it connects you with the worlds best, because this is the worlds game.
Free periods fill with cheers as school streams World Cup games
December 9, 2022
FINISHING UP: Chad Jameson exits the rink after grooming the ice
Drake Arena: the people behind the ice
December 8, 2022
FAMILY FIGURES. Junior Annie Bai and senior Andrew Bai perform in the US Pairs final in Michigan.
Bai siblings take third at figure skating nationals
December 7, 2022
DEDICATED DEPARTMENT. The athletic administrative team consists of Interim K-12 Athletic Director Rick Johns, MS Athletic Director Taylor Tvedt, Athletic Administrative Assistant Hope Walcheski and US Athletic Director Randy Comfort.
Athletic department strives to raise school spirit, improve programs
December 2, 2022
FIFA FOOTBALL. The Al Janoub Stadium is the newest of the eight stadiums that will host the 2022 World Cup Nov. 20-Dec. 16.
World Cup to be hosted in Qatar starting Nov. 20
November 18, 2022
SPARTAN PRIDE. Captains Maryeva Gonzalez, Heidi Deuel and Lindsay Browne join head coach in Aileen Guiney in displaying the trophy to their fans.
GVS concludes memorable season
November 8, 2022
WE ARE THE (STATE) CHAMPIONS. The team celebrates their accomplishment after captains Nathan Cohen, Cooper Bollinger Danielson and Yash Kshirsagar present the plaque to the group.
BVS makes history with fifth state championship title
November 5, 2022
THE SPARTANS SUCCEED. After the end of the shootout, the team crowds goalie Lindsay Browne in celebration.
It’s not over yet: GVS defeats Breck in state semi-final
November 3, 2022
CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND. Senior Finn Sullivan and captain Nathan Cohen rejoice after a well-deserved win.
Championship bound: BVS advances in state tournament
November 2, 2022
LETs RECAP. With the conclusion of most fall sports, with the exception of teams currently in section or state tournaments, the highlights (and lowlights) of each team are shared with the community.
2022 Fall sports recap: Wins, losses, and teamwork
October 27, 2022
SWISH. Captain Naomi Straub shoots two free throws after being fouled by an opposing player.
Girls basketball gains traction, advances to second round of section playoffs
March 2, 2022
TEAM HUDDLE. Spartans huddled around the bench as they prepare for their first regular-season game against Simley on Nov. 30. The final score was 0-2.
[PHOTO STORY] Spartan hockey season at a glance
February 17, 2022
FOIL, SABER, EPEE. Sophomore Nora Shaughnessy competes in a saber bout, beating Blake in two out the three rounds she participated in. Saber is considered the most aggressive out of the three weapons used in fencing due to the increased amount of slashing involved, and the fact that the target area is anywhere above players’ waists.
Varsity Spartan fencing falls to Blake in hard-fought dual meet
February 14, 2022
ALWAYS BE BETTER THAN THE BOYS. Junior NIkola Barkwell exchanges her United jersey for a Spartan one this season.
Barkwell offers inspiration as a Spartan hockey goaltender
February 11, 2022
PROTECTIVE POSSESSION. Captain Lindsay Browne gets in her protective stance as she waits for the right opportunity to pass the ball to one of her teammates. Browne finds that the key to running a successful play is being patient when the team has possession and making sure to communicate.
Girls basketball falls to Blake, focuses on progress
February 2, 2022
GO SPARTANS. Spring athletes talk season dynamics as the seasons come to their end.
Spring sports wrap up: The Rubicon recap
May 26, 2022
[STRIKING VOLLEY] Freshman Jacob Colton high-fives sophomore Baasit Mahmood after a strong finish to a point.
[PHOTO GALLERY] With a 4:3 victory against the Panthers, boys Spartan tennis seeds to state
May 26, 2022
RUNNING THE BASES. Georgia Ross surveys the infield as she sprints to second base.
SPA softball: a Cinderella story for the books
May 22, 2022
Joined golf team? That means early dismissals all spring
Joined golf team? That means early dismissals all spring
May 20, 2022
With spring arriving Glisczinski peddles hard to blaze through the trail near his house.
For Glisczinski biking is more then exercise, it’s a lifestyle
May 19, 2022
FOR MY FAVORITE TEACHER... While bonding with teachers is important for building a strong school community, students must be wary of crossing the line between being comfortable with teachers and being unintentionally disrespectful. Students must show their appreciation for their teachers through their actions, not only their words.
Find the balance between rapport and respect in the classroom
December 9, 2022
These artists actions are not mistakes that deserve forgiveness
These artist’s actions are not mistakes that deserve forgiveness
December 8, 2022
HIGHER GROUND. Putting the experiences of visible and invisible diversity on the same level diminishes the oppression that minority groups actually face. Instead of searching for reasons to consider oneself a minority, acknowledge where privilege is held and where it can be used to make a difference.
[EDITORIAL] Oppression is not a competition: recognize privilege to create change
December 7, 2022
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is beauty?
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is beauty?
December 5, 2022
STAR OF DAVID. The Star of David is one of the most visible symbols of Judaism and one senior Lillith Greene-Freeman said, in her speech, that she hesitates to wear some days.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Antisemitism is on the rise. Let’s do something about it.
December 1, 2022
HIGHER GROUND. Putting the experiences of visible and invisible diversity on the same level diminishes the oppression that minority groups actually face. Instead of searching for reasons to consider oneself a minority, acknowledge where privilege is held and where it can be used to make a difference.
[EDITORIAL] Oppression is not a competition: recognize privilege to create change
December 7, 2022
STAR OF DAVID. The Star of David is one of the most visible symbols of Judaism and one senior Lillith Greene-Freeman said, in her speech, that she hesitates to wear some days.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Antisemitism is on the rise. Let’s do something about it.
December 1, 2022
BALANCING ACT. As teenagers grow older, it becomes increasingly more difficult to juggle responsibilities and mistakes are taken more seriously. However, parents shouldn’t take this as a reason to restrict their children’s freedom; instead, having more responsibilities is an opportunity to demonstrate independence and self-management skills.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Encourage teenage independence
October 25, 2022
Students do not want to lose what is working for them in the schedule and are hoping to keep aspects that have worked well in the past.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Get your voice in the schedule discussions
October 19, 2022
ACTIVE AUDIENCE. An increased administrative presence in the community has a clear impact on fostering positive relationships with the student body. While a greater involvement may feel unfamiliar, students should put in the same amount of effort to appreciate and acknowledge the administration’s attention to student voices and decisions.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] New admin sets new tone. Let’s meet their energy.
September 27, 2022
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is beauty?
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is beauty?
December 5, 2022
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] Is life easy or hard?
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] Is life easy or hard?
October 18, 2022
Some believers in this theory think that reality is only simulated where humans are looking. This would mean that reality would cease to exist anywhere humans were not perceiving.
Play or be played: are humans living in a simulation?
May 21, 2022
Do you really control yourself?
Do you really control yourself?
April 8, 2022
Life is meaningless, enjoy it
Life is meaningless, enjoy it
December 3, 2021
Humans of SPA...plus their dogs
Humans of SPA…plus their dogs
December 8, 2022
FULL TURN OUT. Melina Kannankutty poses for a group photo with other wedding guests. The group represents only a small number of the over 400 guests in attendance. The thing that stood out to me was how many people were at the wedding, she said.
Wondrous world weddings: a glance at some of the ways people get married
December 7, 2022
25 years of experience - Head Chef Tom Schiller reveals art in ice.
Head Chef Tom Schiller appreciates the beauty in ice carving
December 1, 2022
5 things you may not know about Ezra Straub
5 things you may not know about Ezra Straub
November 22, 2022
Whats in a name? More than a first impression
What’s in a name? More than a first impression
November 21, 2022
Strange World begins with a 25 year jump into the future where explorers discover a sinkhole that reveals a lush and fascinating new world. The film covers themes of generational father-son relationships, adventure, and friendship. The movie was released on Nov. 23 on Disney+.
[MOVIE REVIEW] Strange World: a fresh take on quintessential stories
December 9, 2022
INTERACTIVE ABSTRACTION: Senior Quenby Wilson’s contribution to the exhibit is meant to be an immersive experience for viewers, with headphones and a video screen.
Advanced Art Show opens in Drake Gallery with theme “Abstraction”
December 9, 2022
BURN DOWN THE HOUSE. Hecuba (Alison Mitchell) delivers her final monologue amidst the ruins of the burning city. The other Trojan women lie in defeat, her only audience. She uttered the final line of grief The war begins, for me (smugmug)
Trojan Women spotlights the challenges for women during war
December 8, 2022
FOCUS. Tim Kraack is locked in as he directs Summit Singers.
POPs Concert returns to its stunning normal
December 8, 2022
HERE WE GO. Theater Director Eric Severson talks to hopefuls during Auditions Dec. 3-4 to start off the process.
Auditions help directors determine best cast for One Acts
December 7, 2022
KNIVES OUT. The ensemble of characters sit around a dining table for a meeting.
[MOVIE REVIEW] Glass Onion dazzles with a preposterous cold-blooded murder
December 5, 2022
[ALBUM REVIEW] Drake and 21 Savage flounder when creating Her Loss
[ALBUM REVIEW] Drake and 21 Savage flounder when creating Her Loss
November 18, 2022
MAGIC MAYHEM. The Sanderson Sisters, played by Kathy Najmy, Bette Midler and Jessica Parker, are given more depth and humanity in the Hocus Pocus sequel.
[MOVIE REVIEW] Hocus Pocus 2 offers nostalgic Halloween fun 29 years later
October 27, 2022
[BOOK REVIEW] In Two Nurses, Smoking: Stories, Means touches the heart
[BOOK REVIEW] In Two Nurses, Smoking: Stories, Means touches the heart
October 4, 2022
STAR POWER. The movie could have cut about 40 minutes of flashbacks and monologues, but this still did not take away from Florence Pugh’s amazing acting throughout the entire movie.
[MOVIE REVIEW] Harry Styles as an actor? Worry, darling.
September 28, 2022
[QUIZ] Let it snow? Maybe tomorrow.
[QUIZ] Let it snow? Maybe tomorrow.
November 28, 2022
SHINING STAR. Swift released the video to Bejeweled Oct. 24 and it has garnered nearly 9 million views. Swift will perform in Minneapolis Aug. 23-24, 2023.
Swift Announces the Eras Tour, new dates in Minneapolis
November 15, 2022
Its Scholastic Journalism Week: What does scholastic journalism mean to me?
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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
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QUIZ: Which study tip should you try this Midterm?
December 9, 2019
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT. Senior George Peltier prepares for his final Calculus 1 exam.
[2 SIDES 1 ISSUE] Should in-person tests or projects be used for midterm and final exams?
December 5, 2022
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.
[60 SECOND NEWS] College Football Playoff, SPA hockey and basketball
November 30, 2022
The Trojan Women tech crew shines light on the backstage experience
The Trojan Women tech crew shines light on the backstage experience
November 30, 2022
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.
[60 SECOND NEWS] 2022 World Cup, winter sports, fall play
November 16, 2022
Micd Up with Simon Assefa
Mic’d Up with Simon Assefa
November 13, 2022
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 3: What makes a good friend?
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 3: What makes a good friend?
December 9, 2022
Behind the scenes with the Upper School Council
Behind the scenes with the Upper School Council
December 6, 2022
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 2: Do you believe in ghosts?
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 2: Do you believe in ghosts?
October 23, 2022
Maya Sachs and Henry Choi (shown with former debate coach Vincent Chen) have been debate partners since the start of the 2020 debate season. I was watching the final rounds of nationals, and afterwards when they gave awards, theres like two girls standing on the stage of like, 20 people and it and its a bummer, because, for example, like we are no less capable and no less successful than boys in debate. But there are a lot of biases that prevent success, she said.
[UP FOR DEBATE] Ep. 2 Gender bias in debate
October 14, 2022
[HISTORY OF SPA] Ep. 1 First Impressions of SPA
[HISTORY OF SPA] Ep. 1 First Impressions of SPA
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Alexandra Cardwell

Alexandra Cardwell, Opinions Editor

Hi! I am Alexandra Cardwell. I am a co-Editor of the Opinions section for the 2022-2023 school year. This is my fourth year on staff, and in the past I have been the Sports Editor, an A&E co-Editor, and a staff writer. I love writing about what's going on in the community, ranging from multilingual students to updates on student-run clubs. In addition to writing, I also love engaging with the school community through photojournalism—whether that be covering theatre or art exhibitions. Outside of school, I row with my team, Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club, play the violin, and read. I can be reached at [email protected]

All content by Alexandra Cardwell

Advanced Art Show opens in Drake Gallery with theme “Abstraction”

December 9, 2022
Behind the scenes with the Upper School Council

Behind the scenes with the Upper School Council

December 6, 2022
BVS moves on to section finals, defeating St. Croix Lutheran Academy 4-0

BVS moves on to section finals, defeating St. Croix Lutheran Academy 4-0

October 17, 2022
SUPERB SHOT. Bollinger Danielson winds up for an excellent shot in the second half.

GVS defeats St. Croix Lutheran Academy 2-0, continues to section finals

October 16, 2022

Learning history and making memories: Bawa’s summer in India and Nepal

October 7, 2022
[PHOTO STORY] Competitions heat up with ping pong tournament

[PHOTO STORY] Competitions heat up with ping pong tournament

September 20, 2022
ON MONDAYS WE WEAR PINK: History teachers Nan Dreher and Mollie Ward, stand with science teacher Rachel Yost-Dubrow went all out, wearing head-to-toe pink outfits. Think pink! Dreher said.

MONDAY DRESS UP: Homecoming is off to a colorful start

September 19, 2022
(NOT) FEELING BLUE. Senior Mimi Huelster sports a big smile, wearing her thrifted wolf tee and blue jeans. Huelster said, I pulled out my expired blue eyeliner for the occasion.

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MELLOW YELLOW. Sophomore Sawyer Bollinger-Danielson wears a comfy crewneck for class color day. Yellow is a pretty hard color, so I just went with what I had, she said.

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RUBY RED. Junior Wafa Naqvi wears a bright red shirt for class color day. Naqvi said, I had a bit of a dilemma this morning because I accidentally wore this shirt on Friday and I realized it is the only red shirt that I have.

[Photo] Grade 11: RED

September 19, 2022
PRETTY IN PINK. Upper school technology coordinator Angie Kritta went all out for the faculty dress up day. Pink is my favorite color, so I had a hard time choosing what to wear today, said Kritta.

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CONTEMPLATION AND COFFEE. Senior Mimi Huelster utilized her senior privileges this week following her History of Thought class. She walked over to Spy House Coffee and sat on a bench in Mattocks Park, reflecting on the material of the lesson.

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SMILING AND SCOOPING. Senior Julia Colbert scoops approximately four dozen cookies into one of Sweet Marthas signature buckets.

Cookies and Colbert’s work at the State Fair

September 9, 2022

This spring marks Film Club’s last movie series

May 23, 2022
The Huss poetry reading: a showcase for student work

The Huss poetry reading: a showcase for student work

May 21, 2022
Joined golf team? That means early dismissals all spring

Joined golf team? That means early dismissals all spring

May 20, 2022
PROMINENT PERCUSSION. Sophomore Sam Murphy plays several instruments in the percussion section throughout the ensembles performance.

[PHOTO STORY] Jazz Cabaret shines in front of a full house

May 4, 2022
Straub boats a trilingual ability in Chinese, French, and American Sign Language.

Straub’s trilingual ability influences at home and school

April 14, 2022
Ukrainian soldiers inspecting the charred remains of a Russian military convoy in Bucha on April 2.

Update on Ukraine and Russia

April 2, 2022
TIME TO CELEBRATE. March marks the official month honoring women and their achievements.

Empowerment and appreciation during Women’s History Month

March 18, 2022
[PHOTO GALLERY] Behind Our Masks exhibit installed in Huss Center

[PHOTO GALLERY] Behind Our Masks exhibit installed in Huss Center

March 9, 2022
Therapy dog Finn brings comfort: one pet at a time

Therapy dog Finn brings comfort: one pet at a time

February 23, 2022
What do you love?

What do you love?

February 14, 2022
NO MORE BUYERS REMORSE. Sophomore Clara Bagnoli looks at a shirt she is thinking about taking home from the swap. Richman said, The swap was widely successful, even more so than we thought it would be.

[PHOTO STORY] PEP hosts clothing swap

February 14, 2022
[MINI REVIEWS] Huss stage fills with drama and delight

[MINI REVIEWS] Huss stage fills with drama and delight

February 2, 2022
The memorial plaza at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington DC.

Spend this MLK Day as a “day on”

January 17, 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

Reflection and acceptance of Jan. 6 insurrection

January 6, 2022
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

December 7, 2021
Sophomore Aurelia Meza takes a shot from the corner, providing opportunities for her teammates to score off of the rebound.

[PHOTO STORY] United hockey beats Windom in Saturday game

December 6, 2021
STARTING EARLY. Since a young age, Gaïtas Sur has been heavily involved with the Greek language and community. “Speaking Greek helps me connect with my mom’s family and culture,” she said. Her family believed it was important for her to embrace this part of her identity in her childhood.

Clea Gaïtas Sur applies trilingual ability for connections at home, school

November 18, 2021
The Rubicon editor Alexandra Cardwell interviews math teacher Zach Sheffert, juniors Lily Malloy and Lindsay Browne about their superstitions.

Good luck? Bad luck? Superstitions give action to belief.

November 12, 2021
PICTURESQUE PRODUCE. A rainbow of vegetables lined the entrance to the market. I grow a lot more in the spring, nearly 22 different varieties of fruits and vegetables, said Phua Thao of Thao Gardens. Despite the winter cold approaching fast, Thaos stand sports a wide variety of bright and colorful produce.

Minneapolis Farmers Market is full of life, history, and produce

October 25, 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
Captain Leo Larson

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Sophomore Orion Kim maneuvers past a Highland defender

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Junior Cooper Bollinger Danielson makes a perfect pass the sophomore Orion Kim.

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Freshmen Ezra Straub takes a header, Spartans gain keep possession.

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Spartans compete to gain possession of the ball after a free kick.

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