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STUDENT LIFE. With 47 student clubs and affinity groups this year, students work hard to promote their organizations.
Student club life fundamental to SPA culture
October 1, 2022
Fall results for elected groups announced
Fall results for elected groups announced
September 30, 2022
LETS ALL DO THE SPARTAN BEAT. Senior Spartan Tommy Verhey leads the students and faculty in chanting The Spartan Beat, an SPA tradition.
Fifth day of Homecoming brings tough competitions and lots of laughter
September 24, 2022
READY UP. John Christakos winds up to throw a dodgeball at a final player.
2022 Homecoming Dodgeball Tournament brings energy, spirit
September 22, 2022
The Yost-Dubrow advisory makes an epic comeback in the competition after guessing the correct answer.
[PHOTO STORY] Advisory Kahoot challenge fosters spirited competition
September 21, 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
BREAK IT DOWN. Identifying goals that a personalized schedule would help achieve is the first step to streamlining routines and habits.
Building a personalized schedule: broken down
September 19, 2022
As a community, there are ways we can spread awareness and help people who might feel alone or like they have no other option.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Make a difference; save a life
September 18, 2022
TAKE TO THE STREETS. With COVID-19 restrictions decreasing, people should return to pre-pandemic levels of activism and protests. Protests and other physical demonstrations are always the most visually powerful, because they show large masses of people supporting one group or idea. They bring people together and create more motivation for change.
With fewer COVID-19 restrictions, return to activism
September 9, 2022
LIMITING LEGISLATION. According to Movement Advancement Project three states have explicit bans on transgender care, and one has legislation attempting to limit or ban it.
Everyone deserves to feel comfortable in their body
May 26, 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
As a community, there are ways we can spread awareness and help people who might feel alone or like they have no other option.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Make a difference; save a life
September 18, 2022
GIVE BACK. An increased demand for volunteers creates opportunities to do community work in diverse avenues. Embrace volunteering and viewing it as a way to help others is key to being genuine about it. While volunteering may be done with different motivations, the end goal of serving the community remains the same.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Treat volunteering as a chance to grow
May 24, 2022
Risk-taking is intrinsically tied to decision-making. Due to the biological stage of development in teens’ brains, adolescents go through the decision-making process differently than adults—driven more by the emotional and reactive parts of the brain than the thoughtful and logical areas of the brain.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Take more risks this summer
May 20, 2022
PICK IT UP. Most students will effortlessly offer a “thank you, “ to lunch staff every day while still neglecting to keep the areas the lunch staff works in clean. Picking up trash requires little more effort than this simple expression of gratitude in the lunchroom, but in the case of trash, students are not confronted directly with the person who is responsible for cleaning up after them. If you really want to show gratitude, show your appreciation verbally but also through recognizing the effects of your actions.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] One student’s trash is no one’s treasure
April 22, 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
The fallacy of finding yourself
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
[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
CLOSE ONE. Captain Yash Kshirsagar anxiously watches his teammates after a failed offensive attack.
[PHOTO STORY] BVS ties in a tough Homecoming Game
September 25, 2022
RAMP-UP. In the second half of the game, the Girls Varsity Soccer team scored three goals, leading to a 4-0 win over IMAC rival Mounds Park Academy.
Homecoming Week: Girls soccer takes on IMAC rival MPA
September 22, 2022
Linebacker Manti Teo helped lead the 2012 Notre Dame Football team to a 12-0 season and National Championship run. An unfortunate
[TV REVIEW] Manti Te’o’s Story: God, Country, Notre Dame, Lies, Redemption
September 19, 2022
GREAT TIME, FIRST TIME. On Sept. 10, St. Paul Academy established the inauguration ceremony of the Athletic Hall of Fame.
Spartans celebrate athletic history with new Hall of Fame
September 12, 2022
Goalie Cooper Olsen shushes Brecks student section after SPA ties the game for the second time, 2-2..
[PHOTO STORY] Spartan Boys tie Breck 2-2 on Sept. 6
September 8, 2022
CLOSE ONE. Captain Yash Kshirsagar anxiously watches his teammates after a failed offensive attack.
[PHOTO STORY] BVS ties in a tough Homecoming Game
September 25, 2022
RAMP-UP. In the second half of the game, the Girls Varsity Soccer team scored three goals, leading to a 4-0 win over IMAC rival Mounds Park Academy.
Homecoming Week: Girls soccer takes on IMAC rival MPA
September 22, 2022
Goalie Cooper Olsen shushes Brecks student section after SPA ties the game for the second time, 2-2..
[PHOTO STORY] Spartan Boys tie Breck 2-2 on Sept. 6
September 8, 2022
WORK IN PROGRESS. The Wolfpack lost their first game of the season against Fridley at Blakes campus. Senior captain Brody Rindelaub said, “I think our offense needs to step up and be able to stack up some points when needed and the defense needs to keep playing like we did tonight.”
Wolfpack lose in overtime after late comeback, fall to 0-1
September 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
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
Advice to my high school self... from new faculty and admin
“Advice to my high school self…” from new faculty and admin
September 16, 2022
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
Shobin Ansite is working towards his ninth-degree black belt in taekwondo. His favorite part? “I like to hit things a lot, so that aspect is really fun. I also really enjoy sparring, which is where two people fight each other,” he said.
Ansite builds life skills with taekwondo practice
May 23, 2022
Having a gerbil as a important family member can change ones own experience about owning a pet.
The beauty of uniqueness: the cool pets at SPA
May 17, 2022
Students reflect on movies they watch, focusing on technique and certain aspects of film.
Visual Narrative course teaches critical thinking via movies
May 17, 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
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.
Harry Styles as an actor? Worry, darling.
September 28, 2022
FACE PAINT FUN. Junior Tysen Hayes gives Dean of Students Stacy Tepp a festive makeover with blue and gold face paint. Both students and faculty are truly in the Homecoming spirit.
FRIDAY DRESS UP: Blue and Gold Day shows off Spartan spirit
September 23, 2022
This is a I want a movie day type of outfit, history teacher Aaron Shulow said.
THURSDAY DRESS UP: No one looks their age today
September 22, 2022
Sophomore Coda Wilson wheeled around school with a recycling bin containing his binders.
WEDNESDAY DRESS UP: Anything but a backpack offers container creativity
September 22, 2022
GO GREEN. Eco-friendly skincare has become increasingly accesible in recent years as more cosmetics brands change their packaging or product formulas.
Try these top picks for Earth-friendly body care
September 21, 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.
Harry Styles as an actor? Worry, darling.
September 28, 2022
ON MY MIND. Popular lifestyle YouTuber Ava Jules recently started a podcast, which has been a dream of hers. As the title suggests, Jules discusses anything and everything that is on her mind in each episode. There are currently five episodes released.
[PODCAST REVIEW] Ava Jules shows candid side in On My Mind
May 2, 2022
Animals square off for battle in Super Auto Pets.
[GAME REVIEW] Super Auto Pets: a wildly fun time
April 17, 2022
CONTENT CREATOR. Derulo creates a milli-meal in one of his TikTok videos, marking the addition of another million followers.
[INFLUENCER REVIEW] Jason Derulo: bringing 2000s fame to TikTok
April 14, 2022
Air Jordan 1 Mid University in Black and White.
[PRODUCT REVIEW] Air Jordans: are all-star shoes worth the all-star price?
April 11, 2022
Homecoming week ends with SPA dance
Homecoming week ends with SPA dance
September 25, 2022
Four Hugs A Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Four Hugs A Day Keeps the Doctor Away
May 19, 2022
Upper School elections candidates speak on the process
Upper School elections candidates speak on the process
May 16, 2022
Henry on the Street
Henry on the Street
April 29, 2022
[FILTERED] Whats your favorite horror movie?
[FILTERED] What’s your favorite horror movie?
April 16, 2022
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 1: Do you believe God exists?
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 1: Do you believe God exists?
September 15, 2022
The Huss poetry reading: a showcase for student work
The Huss poetry reading: a showcase for student work
May 21, 2022
[PODCAST] Healthy relationships and how to cultivate them
[PODCAST] Healthy relationships and how to cultivate them
May 13, 2022
NEW BEGINNINGS. Upper School counselor Susanna Short has been working at SPA since 2010. As her 12th year at SPA comes to an end, Ms. Short will be moving to New Mexico with her wife and starting a private practice. There, she hopes to work with adolescents and adults from across the country.
Words of wisdom: to and from Susanna Short
April 29, 2022
In this episode, junior Ali Browne talks to upper school Spanish teacher Christine Pinero, juniors Freya Brokken and Simon Assefa about their experience with burnout and how they deal with them.
Feeling tired, forgetful and stressed? You might be experiencing a burnout.
April 16, 2022
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LETS ALL DO THE SPARTAN BEAT. Senior Spartan Tommy Verhey leads the students and faculty in chanting The Spartan Beat, an SPA tradition.

Fifth day of Homecoming brings tough competitions and lots of laughter

September 24, 2022
GET LOUD. The junior class cheers on their peers competing in the various competitions during the Pep Fest.

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SPARTAN VS. TIGER. Senior Spartan Tommy Verhey chases junior Oliver Zhu (dressed as a tiger) across the gym. Verhey eventually slayed the tiger to fire up the audience for the Boys Soccer teams Homecoming matchup against the Minneapolis South tigers.

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DODGEBALL MAYHEM. The Drakes made a valiant effort to stay in the game, but ultimately Graduation overcame them.

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READY, SET, GO. Members of dodgeball team Graduation get ready for the start of their game against The Drakes. Sporting matching white t-shirts and gold Spartan heads (when theyre not playing), this team of seniors was not messing around.

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ULTIMATE DUEL. For the final round of the Ping Pong Competition, juniors Maik Nguyen and Baasit Mahmood faced off against seniors Rio Cox and Maverick Wolff. In a tight battle, the junior superstars came out of top, with their supporters cheering them on from the bleachers.

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DOUBLE TROUBLE. In a surprise additional round of ping pong, science teachers Joe Martin and Scot Hovan took on the junior victors. Calling themselves High Velocity, the duo was unable to outlast the students.

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STUDENT LEADERS. Hobbs Lillygreen and Ali Browne, Co-Presidents of the Student Activities Committee, lead the crowd as this years emcees.

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GOOD TIMES. Junior Natalie Vogenthaler and senior Johnna Melk-Johnson are decked out in school spirit. Melk-Johnsons senior overalls have pops of blue and yellow paint on them to represent SPAs school colors.

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FACE PAINT FUN. Junior Tysen Hayes gives Dean of Students Stacy Tepp a festive makeover with blue and gold face paint. Both students and faculty are truly in the Homecoming spirit.

FRIDAY DRESS UP: Blue and Gold Day shows off Spartan spirit

September 23, 2022
BLUE AND GOLD. Head of School Dr. Luis Ottley is happy to see students and faculty sporting blue and gold outfits as Friday of Homecoming week is in full swing.

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GAMEDAY GROOVE. Seniors Finn Sullivan and Joey Stoplestad along with junior Cooper Olson are fired up for the Friday soccer and football games. Sporting SPA athletics gear, Olson advertised, Everyone should go to the Boys Varsity Soccer game.

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OUTSTANDING OVERALLS. Im really glad that Im finally a senior because its really fun to decorate overalls with your friends, said senior Heidi Deuel. The overalls tradition brings the graduating class together in Homecoming spirit for their last hurrah.

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ALL SMILES. Homecoming week brings everyone together to cultivate a joyful community. This is my first time actually participating in school spirit stuff, because last year I was new, so I didnt really feel the school spirit, sophomore Annie Zhang said. Now Im more into it.

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HAPPY HOMECOMING. Dean of Students Stacy Tepp sports a big smile and a navy outfit for the last day of Homecoming week.

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TOTAL TRADITION. For freshman Beatrix Rhone, this outfit is a Homecoming staple. I wear this shirt every year for Blue and Gold Day, she said.

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FRIDAY FESTIVITIES. A group of sophomores showing off their Blue and Gold Day outfits had their game faces on for the last day of Homecoming week. Sawyer Bollinger-Danielson said, Im so excited for the [soccer] game. Last year I didnt get to watch because I was playing, but this year Im excited to see the boys win.

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GET PEPPY. Junior Wafa Naqvi has high anticipations for the end of Blue and Gold Day. Im most excited for Pep Fest and watching the faculty dodgeball game, because its always entertaining when the students lose, she said.

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SPIRITED SQUAD. Juniors Tysen Hayes, Sam Zakaib and Leo Benson are bringing the school spirit. Hayes said, On Blue and Gold Day I feel great, because I get to represent my school and go to the soccer and football games.

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GO GREEN. Eco-friendly skincare has become increasingly accesible in recent years as more cosmetics brands change their packaging or product formulas.

Try these top picks for Earth-friendly body care

September 21, 2022
LANGUAGE BARRIER. Freshman Zain Kizilbash was studying for his Chinese quiz in the library one day, when he realized that he couldnt find his textbook. Panicked, Kizilbash ran around the school looking for the book everywhere, but to no avail. Then I go to study hall, and it turns out that the person I was studying with brought home both of our textbooks, he said. Despite the mix-up, Kizilbash was able to prepare adequately for his quiz, and as a result, was proud of the grade he received.

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TAKE TO THE STREETS. With COVID-19 restrictions decreasing, people should return to pre-pandemic levels of activism and protests. Protests and other physical demonstrations are always the most visually powerful, because they show large masses of people supporting one group or idea. They bring people together and create more motivation for change.

With fewer COVID-19 restrictions, return to activism

September 9, 2022
ITS TIME FOR A CHANGE: Its no secret our planet is in a climate emergency. Making small, easy changes to your daily routine can bring us one step closer to finally ending this crisis.

Seven easy ways to help protect the environment

May 19, 2022
HARMFUL POSTS. The rising trend of sharing ones glow-ups on social media is not as empowering as it seems.

Glow-ups are over-celebrated and harmful to mental health

May 17, 2022
ON MY MIND. Popular lifestyle YouTuber Ava Jules recently started a podcast, which has been a dream of hers. As the title suggests, Jules discusses anything and everything that is on her mind in each episode. There are currently five episodes released.

[PODCAST REVIEW] Ava Jules shows candid side in On My Mind

May 2, 2022
GENDER SPECTRUM. Gender expands far beyond the binary and, for many people, is a fluid spectrum. It’s a fact that male and female are not the only ways one can define themself. Junior Lela Tilney-Kaemmer said, “I know there are a lot of other students that identify as, on the gender scale, not specifically just male or female, and that’s really supportive, knowing that there are other people like me.”

Breaking away from the gender binary

April 26, 2022
MEANINGFUL MUSIC. Ninth-grader Ellie Putaski has found comfort in music since she first learned to play at six years old. “I’d say music is probably the main way I express myself,” she said.

Putaski finds joy in creative outlets

April 13, 2022
TRENDING. The that girl craze can be found all over apps like TikTok and Instagram, spreading its negative influence to millions of viewers.

[ARTS OPINION] “That girl” trend isn’t all that

March 20, 2022
Mann prepares pasta primavera

Mann prepares pasta primavera

March 15, 2022
On Feb. 23, Russian troops invaded Ukraine by land, sea, and air, marking a devastating and horrific day for Ukrainians everywhere. The tension between the two countries has been building for quite some time, and now it has bubbled over into harsh military action.

Russian forces invade Ukraine

February 25, 2022
tips for taking notes

[Photo] Note-taking promotes productivity and creativity

February 22, 2022
SHOWSTOPPING. Some reality TV shows include random people or contestants like Americas Got Talent, while others, like The DAmelio Show, focus on celebrities and their lives. Either way, these shows can be funny, exciting, and full of heartfelt emotion to satisfy an audience.

Students weigh in: which reality TV shows are worth watching?

February 17, 2022

[SNAPCHAT STORY] What do you love?

February 14, 2022
Though Black History Month is celebrated for a fraction of the year, it is crucial to recognize the accomplishments and struggles of the Black community every day. I hope that it is celebrated year-round and normalized into our everyday way of being,” Director of Intercultural Life Dr. Naomi Taylor said.

Celebrating Black History Month

February 9, 2022
TURN THE PAGE. Journaling is a popular wellness habit that can aid in releasing stress, expressing feelings, and harnessing creativity. The beauty of a journal is that it reflects the individual, and can be changed and shaped to anyones liking.

[Photo] Pen to paper: journaling tips and tricks

February 9, 2022
Baby, look at you now

Baby, look at you now

February 1, 2022
GO BULLDOGS. The Navarro cheerleaders put everything they have into practicing their routine on the shores of Daytona Beach. Only one obstacle is left to face: the championship.

[TV REVIEW] Netflix’s Cheer beautifully connects sport and emotion

January 19, 2022
Using the weapon of her choice, the foil, Kim practices with a teammate.

Kim qualifies for Junior Olympics fencing team

January 14, 2022

The news from one year ago still divides us

January 6, 2022
Twin Cities holiday lights cultivate winter spirit

Twin Cities’ holiday lights cultivate winter spirit

December 9, 2021
ALL ARE WELCOME. The clubs board displays a wide variety of styles and models, inspiring students with different levels of fashion knowledge and interest to see what the club is all about.

Fashion Club promotes sustainable style expression

November 30, 2021
Travis Scott and Drake perform together during the Astroworld Festival. Meanwhile, screams and cries from below remain muffled by the loud music.

[ARTS OPINION] Astroworld tragedy exposes concert dangers, importance of safety precautions

November 17, 2021
PACKAGED. Amazon is a massive company, shipping products to customers worldwide in their signature cardboard boxes. However, before choosing to buy from Amazon, we should first consider the positives and the negatives, such as the working conditions in a warehouse like this one.

[2 SIDES, 1 ISSUE] Is it ethical to buy from Amazon?

November 9, 2021
At an Amazon workplace in Shakopee, Minnesota, around 200 workers protest against working conditions.

It is unethical to buy from Amazon

November 8, 2021
OUTSTANDING OFRENDA. To celebrate Día de Los Muertos, Latinos Unidos set up an elaborate and inviting ofrenda in the library for all students to admire and learn more about the history of the celebration. Leader of the group Maryeva Gonzalez took inspiration from her own family traditions. “I usually celebrate with my family, and we make an ofrenda in our house… we honor our family members who have passed away, she said.

Latinos Unidos reflects on Día de Los Muertos celebration

November 3, 2021
OUTFIT IN ACTION. Junior Quenby Wilsons style is mainly inspired by the 90s alternative era, which has its own values. If youre going to advertise it as that, you have to actually hold the beliefs that the punk subculture holds, she said.

[Photo] Alternative expression: the return of punk

October 29, 2021
A close-up view of the tissue paper reveals the depth in its colors and textures.

Besse steps out of her comfort zone with latest art endeavor

October 20, 2021
BY THE NUMBERS. President Bidens main focuses for his presidency have become the Build Back Better Agenda and Bipartisan Infrastructure deal. But who supports these plans?

[Photo] What’s Biden up to?

October 27, 2021
Gross works on editing a photo during her Honors Art Seminar class. While in the presence of other student-artists, Gross said, I can get really inspired from one of my peers’ drawings or the way that they think about art, even if our art forms are really different.

Gross tells stories with her camera in Honors Art Seminar

September 28, 2021
Gross loves to take photographs because, for her, art is powerful and has the ability to instill a sense of peace and tranquility.

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DISCONNECT. Google Classroom notifications fill up Gmail inboxes in the blink of an eye, and create a lot of unwanted stress. No one wants to hear their devices constantly buzzing with the sounds of new assignments and grade updates. So why not just turn them off?

How can we set boundaries between school and personal life? Here are eight tips.

September 25, 2021
For student-athletes, life can be a bit of a whirlwind. Balancing classes, homework, practice, and games is a lot to handle. Sometimes in the craziness of it all, physical health gets put on the back burner. That’s where Anne Hutchins comes in.

New athletic trainer Anne Hutchins emphasizes importance of hydration, nutrition and sleep

September 15, 2021
Remembering the 20th anniversary of 9/11 with SPA families, faculty and students.

Remembering 9/11 with SPA faculty

September 11, 2021
Colton Werner first began to discover his love for Computer Science from his STEM teachers in high school, and now he will be the one doing the teaching as a new Upper School Computer Science teacher.

Colton Werner brings love for both STEM and journalism to the Upper School

September 1, 2021
So while things have changed this year due to the pandemic, grades are still a cause for much stress because of the weight they hold. The problem is that one number like a GPA doesn’t tell the whole story.

Is GPA a good metric for academic achievement?

May 29, 2021
Eighth-grader Georgia Ross created a list of a few popular brands that use sweatshops in hopes of inspiring others to consume ethically and research before they purchase clothing.

Ross educates others on ethical consumption

May 25, 2021
New Dehli and other population dense areas in India are currently hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 cases devastate Indian communities

May 14, 2021
“It’s important to act upon DEI work, because improving inclusivity and creating equal rights for everyone will help us advance our community,” said USC and CAS member Audrey Senaratna.

Reflecting on Speaker Day: Continue DEI work

May 11, 2021
The New York Times Cooking website is a great source of food inspiration and new recipes. Dishes such as this “Sheet-Pan Kielbasa with Cabbage and Beans” are perfect for busy school nights, as it takes only 35 minutes to make.

[PHOTO STORY] Cooking during the pandemic sparks family connections

April 22, 2021
Overall, To All the Boys: Always and Forever is a well-crafted ending to Lara Jean and Peter’s story. It was heartwarming to watch, and a great way to spend a relaxing evening. If you’re looking for a teenage romance to lift your spirits, To All the Boys: Always and Forever is for you.

[MOVIE REVIEW] To All the Boys: Always and Forever leaves audiences with ambiguous happily ever after

February 26, 2021
Senior John Hall gets warmed up before a team practice.

Nordic team stays connected through inclusive team culture

February 22, 2021
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