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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?
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
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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Catherine Hooley

Catherine Hooley, Managing Editor

Hi, I'm Catherine Hooley, The Rubicon Managing Editor. I've been on The Rubicon staff for four years, and I've acted as a staff writer, the News editor, and the A&E editor. Some of my favorite pastimes are playing basketball, going on hikes, swimming, and anything to do with the outdoors. A fun fact about me is that I've broken five bones. My favorite things to learn about are neuroscience and philosophy, and I write a column for The Rubicon called "Philosophically Speaking." I can be reached at [email protected]

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[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is beauty?

[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is beauty?

December 5, 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
TABLE TALK. Students from the class of 2019 sit around a Harkness table during their World History II class. Nowadays, history classes arrange single desks in a circle.

Harkness tables: necessary or no big deal?

October 26, 2022
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] Is life easy or hard?

[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] Is life easy or hard?

October 18, 2022
FOE, NOW FRIEND: On the right half, SPA’s football team battles it out against longtime rival Blake in the last game of the 1963 season, winning 7-0. On the left half, SMB Wolfpack, a co-op formed between SPA, Minnehaha Academy and previous rival Blake, takes on North Saint Paul on Homecoming night in 2021.

Rivalry Evolution: 1900-Today

October 12, 2022
The negative connotations that come with feeling childish often deter adults from embracing the admirable traits children have.

Embrace aspects of childishness without judgement

May 24, 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
Talking Cuban food and history with Señor Castellanos

Talking Cuban food and history with Señor Castellanos

April 29, 2022
Do you really control yourself?

Do you really control yourself?

April 8, 2022
GOOD NEIGHBORS. COVID case rates per 100,000 people by state, with Iowa having the highest.

As National COVID infection numbers decline, states lift mandates

March 11, 2022

Two alumni, two very different paths

March 11, 2022
UNDER THE SURFACE. Be careful about how you use medical terminology. It is important not to reduce the depth and complexity that diagnoses entail.

Weigh your words: don’t use diagnosis labels as a casual joke

February 24, 2022
You could be the only person reading this: the theory of solopsism

You could be the only person reading this: the theory of solopsism

January 28, 2022
Life is meaningless, enjoy it

Life is meaningless, enjoy it

December 3, 2021
READY TO WIN. Last year’s Spartan girls basketball team rostered only nine players and lacked experience.Now, Taylor will coach the girl’s basketball program where his daughter, freshman Julia Taylor, attends school and his wife, Naomi Taylor works as Director of Intercultural Life.

Head Coach Willie Taylor brings optimism with new leadership

December 2, 2021
[GOOD QUESTION] Where do values come from?

[GOOD QUESTION] Where do values come from?

December 1, 2021
The fallacy of finding yourself

The fallacy of finding yourself

November 4, 2021
While watching stock market numbers doesnt feel like something imperative for high school students, the market impacts a number of components of daily life, whether investing or not.

MARKET WATCH: How do stocks work?

November 1, 2021
THEY DONT SEE WHAT I SEE. Outer appearance and inner feelings dont always match. Isolation can be a significant factor, as can online presence. Relationships often play the biggest role in who we are and how we feel.

Confident or critical? Internal dialogue, self talk may determine which you are.

October 6, 2021
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

September 29, 2021
Friends sit together in the stands at Lang Field to cheer on Spartan Boys Soccer at a Sept. 10 game against Holy Angels. Make a sign, grab some friends and have fun.

When I say school, you say spirit

September 28, 2021
Information from dosomething.org shows how many teenagers are being negatively impacted by their insecurities.

What are positive affirmations and how do they work?

September 24, 2021
Sheffert enjoys partaking in activities that work his mind like puzzles, chess and more casually, video games.

Math teacher Zach Sheffert fills his free time with disc golf games and mind games

September 1, 2021
Sophomore Simon Assefa goes up for a contested layup. Even as the SPA basketball season ended before spring break, Assefa is currently playing with the Minnesota Hear through the The Amateur Athletic Union.

Assefa stays involved with basketball through Minnesota Heat team

May 3, 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
Catherine Hooley explains an at home upper body workout that sophomore Ben Chen has done amidst gym shutdowns.

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Some students are setting up at-home workout rooms in their house, as gyms are closed and youth sports are paused.

Chen stays in shape from home with upper body workout

December 2, 2020
Wolfpack players rush back to the field after a player gets injured.

SMB Wolfpack takes down Providence in injury-filled game

November 9, 2020
Even through the pandemic, many senior night traditions remain the same. One of them being big print out heads.

GVS plays Mounds Park Academy in scoreless match at home

September 16, 2020
A Little Free Library is stocked full of necessities for those who need them.

Little Free Libraries converted to food banks during pandemic

May 17, 2020
Whats That Club? is a podcast exploring various student organizations.

[WHAT’S THAT CLUB?] Ep. 3: Exploring People for Environmental Protection

April 17, 2020
The Brandy Melville features a wide variety of clothing, but all of the models can be identified as a size small.

[FASHION REVIEW] Brandy Melville makes cute clothing inaccessible

February 20, 2020
Cooking and calculus can be equally helpful; life skills should be taught in school

Cooking and calculus can be equally helpful; life skills should be taught in school

February 1, 2020
St. Paul continues to make streets safer for pedestrians, bikers, and drivers alike.

Speed limits decreases five mph to increase safety

November 5, 2019
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