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PAY ATTENTION. US Spanish teachers present information about next year’s exchange program in an info session May. 9. The program was stopped for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Info meeting launches Spanish exchange; travel resumes next year
May 28, 2023
RINSE OFF. Treasurer Kate Hanf hoses down a car that has been scrubbed clean with soap.
Suds and sun: CAS hosts car wash for AAPI month
May 26, 2023
PROJECT DISTRIBUTION. Students participate in a wide variety of senior project categories. The largest percent of students chose art related projects.
Seniors end year in month-long projects
May 25, 2023
HerSpace hosts T-shirt making event in the Design Lab
HerSpace hosts T-shirt making event in the Design Lab
May 24, 2023
BECOMING A LEADER. Orion Kim discusses design options with fellow staff members on The Rubicon. He worked around the busy room, assisting others with polishing their pages. Im the Co-Editor-In-Chief next year so I want to develop my leadership [and] become more comfortable with it, Kim said.
One in 50: Orion Kim named Free Spirit Scholar
May 23, 2023
ASSEFA ASSISTS, CHEN SCORES. Got my guy Aaron Lindeman throwing it to me, and Ben Chen in the end zone. I know they are two guys I could trust whenever they have the disk, so its great to get some momentum, senior Simon Assefa said.
Spartan ultimate confronts the Edina hornets
May 26, 2023
BE READY. Ezra Cunningham prepares to throw a pitch to Minnehaha at the beginning of the game. He was the Spartan pitcher for a large amount of the game.
Baseball takes a rough loss at CHS Field
May 24, 2023
SPEED AND PRECISION. Giles maneuvers through the gates during a race. If you manage to make it down the first run, its a good boost of confidence for the second one, he said.
Giles tests his speed and determination with club alpine skiing
May 16, 2023
LOOK OUT. A Mound Westonka player struggles to stay on his feet with the Blackhawks defense applying pressure.
[PHOTO STORY] Boys lacrosse topples Mound Westonka in decisive win
May 14, 2023
Concentration is key. Freshman Bennett Sauer focuses on the ball as he swings and hits it back to Freshman Allan Wang.
Mastering the Paddle: SPA Ping Pong Tournament
May 11, 2023
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
LETS GO SPARTANS. Students gather to cheer on the SPA boys hockey team as they face off against Highland Park in the first round of the section tournament. The Spartans went on to win the game 5-2.
Co-op sports provide connectivity, relationships between fans
February 26, 2023
SNOWY SLOPES. Burns has been passionate about alpine skiing from a young age. The sport is very challenging, with steep terrain, sharp turns, injuries, and countless hours of practice. But nevertheless, Burns continues to foster a deep love for the slopes.
Burns dominates on the slopes
February 23, 2023
ICE TIME. Greta Magnuson in goal boasts six wins, and a 0.894 save percentage this season.
Pregame Coverage: Metro-South Phoenix hopes to keep season alive
February 7, 2023
Spartans fail to beat Breck in second match-up, lose in overtime
Spartans fail to beat Breck in second match-up, lose in overtime
January 25, 2023
Metro-South falls to Apple Valley in anticipated rematch
Metro-South falls to Apple Valley in anticipated rematch
January 23, 2023
ASSEFA ASSISTS, CHEN SCORES. Got my guy Aaron Lindeman throwing it to me, and Ben Chen in the end zone. I know they are two guys I could trust whenever they have the disk, so its great to get some momentum, senior Simon Assefa said.
Spartan ultimate confronts the Edina hornets
May 26, 2023
BE READY. Ezra Cunningham prepares to throw a pitch to Minnehaha at the beginning of the game. He was the Spartan pitcher for a large amount of the game.
Baseball takes a rough loss at CHS Field
May 24, 2023
LOOK OUT. A Mound Westonka player struggles to stay on his feet with the Blackhawks defense applying pressure.
[PHOTO STORY] Boys lacrosse topples Mound Westonka in decisive win
May 14, 2023
CHEERFUL REJOICE. Senior Dev Kharbanda and seventh grader Caleb Colton high-fives each other joyfully after a successful match at Wayzata High School. “I was feeling pretty nervous because it was my first varsity match, and I hadnt known I was playing until I was picked up from school.” Said Caleb. “During the match I just tried to stay as positive as I could.”
Spartan tennis goes into season with State on their mind
May 1, 2023
STAYING WARM Spartans Softball team jogs to the fence and back between innings in their game against Breck Apr. 14. This was the teams second game of the season putting them at a record of 2-1-0 Junior Poppy Ploen says “Im really looking forward to seeing how our team performs because we are significantly stronger than we have been in some of our past years”
Softball thrives under second-year co-op
April 29, 2023
LIAR LIAR. Politicians need to be held to a higher standard. They currently take advantage of the political system by flaunting their money and power. This shouldn’t be the basis of our democracy; instead, it’s crucial for politicians to take accountability for their actions in order to make the United States a safer place to live in.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Hold the privileged accountable for an ethical political environment
May 30, 2023
CLUB FAIR At the beginning of the year all the clubs advertise their group to boost recruitment and gain members.
Club engagement thrives: everyone benefits
May 26, 2023
Break the stereotypes dictating how all Asians should behave and appear. Its important to recognize diverse Asian cultures and celebrate all AANHPI members.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Include all Asian Americans in the nation’s story
May 19, 2023
APPLES AND ORANGES. Cliques can create perceived differences between students, creating exclusion and preventing friendships.
Combat clique culture with community
May 18, 2023
CULTURAL CONTEXT. While the mechanics of a language are the foundation of learning it, understanding the cultural background is also crucial to utilizing it fully.
Culture-based language learning opens doors
May 2, 2023
LIAR LIAR. Politicians need to be held to a higher standard. They currently take advantage of the political system by flaunting their money and power. This shouldn’t be the basis of our democracy; instead, it’s crucial for politicians to take accountability for their actions in order to make the United States a safer place to live in.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Hold the privileged accountable for an ethical political environment
May 30, 2023
Break the stereotypes dictating how all Asians should behave and appear. Its important to recognize diverse Asian cultures and celebrate all AANHPI members.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Include all Asian Americans in the nation’s story
May 19, 2023
FACE TO FACE. Although it can be easier to tell uninvolved people about a hurtful situation, discussing the issue directly with the person involved will help resolve the issue in a more timely manner. Communication is a crucial part of both maintaing relationships and educating others about their actions, even if they’re aren’t a close friend.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Embracing confrontation leads to positive change and growth
April 28, 2023
LET HER LEARN. The discussion and pursuit of romantic and sexual relationships at SPA is littered with casual misogyny.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Do your part for gender equity
March 17, 2023
OUTSIDE THE BOX. Engaging in classroom activities that aren’t static doesn’t automatically mean students will be distracted or unproductive. Using the opportunity to expand learning content outside the classroom has many benefits that can improve engagement, focus, and health.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Promote healthy habits by incorporating movement in class
March 7, 2023
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] The benefits of thinking about death
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] The benefits of thinking about death
April 28, 2023
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is self-awareness?
[PHILOSOPHICALLY SPEAKING] What is self-awareness?
January 31, 2023
[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
An adjunct to an adjunct professors disjunction
An adjunct to an adjunct professor’s disjunction
February 18, 2023
These artists actions are not mistakes that deserve forgiveness
These artist’s actions are not mistakes that deserve forgiveness
December 8, 2022
DEI Plan needs to account for neurodivergent learning
DEI Plan needs to account for neurodivergent learning
May 12, 2022
Feel racial discomfort rather than pushing it away
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
FAREWELL FRIENDSHIPS. O’Loughlin believes he will miss his collegues as well as friendships he’s made in his 11 years of teaching at SPA.
Goodbyes and gratitude: departing faculty
May 30, 2023
Allergies have a wide range of effects on people. Credit: Tulsi
How do students combat seasonal allergies?
May 29, 2023
Hairstyles: a curious medium of outward self-expression
Hairstyles: a curious medium of outward self-expression
May 28, 2023
GETTING SOME SUN. Plants soak in natural light from outdoors, where they will eventually be transplanted.
Gardening club grows into the Upper School
May 18, 2023
Even with dangers and education, vaping amongst teens still prevalent
Even with dangers and education, vaping amongst teens still prevalent
May 14, 2023
START WITH A BANG. In the opening musical number of Urinetown, everyone sings in different tones and timings, creating a chaotic tone from the start of the show.
[THEATER REVIEW] Urinetown pays homage to classic musical theater
May 30, 2023
GREEN GODDESS. Junior Wafa Naqvis prom outfit features a sparkly green lehenga, which is a traditional Pakistani skirt with a matching cropped shirt. This look is one-of-a-kind and Naqvi plans to re-wear it for future special events to get the most out of the beautiful, handmade lehenga.
Students shop intentionally for prom attire
May 25, 2023
[QUIZ] Which Urinetown character are you?
[QUIZ] Which Urinetown character are you?
May 23, 2023
LISTEN AND WATCH. Crays Hardy presents a short film connecting the teenage mind and nature.
In Between Light and Dark: juniors in Advanced Art Seminar host show
May 23, 2023
The resurgence of chess: why are people playing?
The resurgence of chess: why are people playing?
May 22, 2023
START WITH A BANG. In the opening musical number of Urinetown, everyone sings in different tones and timings, creating a chaotic tone from the start of the show.
[THEATER REVIEW] Urinetown pays homage to classic musical theater
May 30, 2023
ORDER UP: The pickup counter at SimpliciTea gives customers a sneak peak into the tea-making process.
[FOOD REVIEW] Try out boba tea for a refreshing spring drink
May 19, 2023
DEADLY DENMARK. Hamlet takes place on a bare, gray stage with three levels and a balcony, and the actors occasionally appear at floor level with the audience. The blandness of the backdrops allowed for complete focus on the acting and costume design, which were far more interesting.
Guthrie’s 60 years started with Hamlet. Revival continues that success.
May 12, 2023
MARIO TIME. Opening the movie with the more professional, plumber, side of the Mario and Luigi storyline added a unique dimension to the story that didn’t focus just on game.
[MOVIE REVIEW] Super Mario Bros. Movie succeeds through game play and plot
May 4, 2023
BACK IN BLACK. Hamlet wears predictable black – he is the only character who does not change costume - which reflects his unwillingness to let go of his father and his resulting fixture in the past.
[THEATER REVIEW] Guthrie celebrates 60 years with the play that began it all, Hamlet
May 3, 2023
[QUIZ] Which Urinetown character are you?
[QUIZ] Which Urinetown character are you?
May 23, 2023
LOOK HERE. Creative Design Manager Rita Li knows that the best camera is the one you have with you. Here, she takes a photo after the Latinos Unidos Cinco de Mayo celebration May 5.
[TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE] What do you know about photography?
May 15, 2023
[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
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 7 Does life have to have a specific purpose?
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 7 Does life have to have a specific purpose?
May 30, 2023
This summer, junior Anisa Deo will spend four weeks working as a camp counselor and dish washer at Camp Olson, a YMCA camp located on Little Boy Lake near Brainerd, Minnesota. Im gonna just get to spend time with my friends, basically, and I get paid to be there, she said.
Deo anticipates a summer working at Camp Olson
May 26, 2023
Freedom of speech, press, religion, and...pee? Welcome to URINETOWN
Freedom of speech, press, religion, and…pee? Welcome to URINETOWN
May 24, 2023
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY. In honor of Mothers Day, RubicOnline staff asked US students and faculty to share a fond memory with a mother in their life or a tradition they have for Mothers Day.
US students and faculty celebrate their mothers and share memories
May 14, 2023
EXPECTING INAUTHENTICITY. England and Liljedhal argue that social media users must understand the inauthentic nature of the apps.
Liljedahl and England discuss how social media impacts their authenticity and risk-taking
May 1, 2023
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 7 Does life have to have a specific purpose?
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 7 Does life have to have a specific purpose?
May 30, 2023
EXPECTING INAUTHENTICITY. England and Liljedhal argue that social media users must understand the inauthentic nature of the apps.
Liljedahl and England discuss how social media impacts their authenticity and risk-taking
May 1, 2023
THE FINAL COUNTDOWN. As the May 1 college decision deadline approaches, seniors Heidi Deuel and Jack OBrien discuss their decisions and how they chose to share the news.
How do we announce college decisions?
April 14, 2023
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 6 Whats the social justice issue thats most important to you?
[THROUGH THEIR EYES] Ep. 6 What’s the social justice issue that’s most important to you?
April 4, 2023
Podcasts help students pursue interests
Podcasts help students pursue interests
March 15, 2023
Freedom of speech, press, religion, and...pee? Welcome to URINETOWN
Freedom of speech, press, religion, and…pee? Welcome to URINETOWN
May 24, 2023
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.
[60 SECOND NEWS] Joe Biden, MN sports, SPA spring sports
April 25, 2023
Seniors leave a legacy with their art
Seniors leave a legacy with their art
April 25, 2023
Senior Tommy Verhey gives an update on this week’s current events.
[60 SECOND NEWS] MN professional sports, school timing, spring sports
April 12, 2023
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[60 SECOND NEWS] Silicon Valley Bank collapse, March Madness, spring sports
March 17, 2023
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The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

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The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

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Orion Kim

Orion Kim, Chief Visual Editor

Hi I’m Orion Kim, the Chief Visual Editor of The Rubicon. This is my third year as a staff member. I’ve previously served as the Sports Editor and as a Staff Writer. Aside from working for publications, I enjoy playing piano and soccer. One fun fact about me is that I wrote this with my left hand because my right thumb broke. You can reach me at [email protected].

All content by Orion Kim
PROJECT DISTRIBUTION. Students participate in a wide variety of senior project categories. The largest percent of students chose art related projects.

[Photo] Seniors end year in month-long projects

May 25, 2023
READING BETWEEN THE LINES. Graphology, the study of handwriting, can be used as the basis for inferences about ones character. Serene Kalugdans neat handwriting habit began in childhood, with even earlier origins in her familys past. My dad was from the Phillippines, and they had to have very good handwriting.

[GOOD QUESTION] What does your handwriting say about you?

Orion Kim, Chief Visual Editor
April 28, 2023
SECOND GLANCE. While this photo might look like a student staring at a computer, look closer and recognize that it is slightly distorted. The image was generated by OpenAI’s DALL-E 2 based on the prompt: “Create a realistic photo of a student using ChatGPT.” (Chat GPT photo)

Rise of ChatGPT sparks conversation about educational values

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
March 8, 2023
LASER FOCUS. Juniors Rishi Bhargava and Baasit Mahmood work together to finish their project efficiently. “With the right prep work, everyone’s events can have strong finishes and final rankings,” Mahmood said.

Science Alliance competitors prep for state Olympiad tournament

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
March 7, 2023
MAKING NEWS. Utilizing news sources is a convenient way to make classroom content more relevant and to start conversations about current events. Both teachers and students can contribute to incorporating news media into school spaces by bringing them into classes, clubs and student groups, and daily conversations.

[Photo] [STAFF EDITORIAL] It is time to learn about current events in school

January 31, 2023
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

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
December 7, 2022
CROSSING CONSUMERISM. With the scale of online shopping constantly increasing, it’s become more and more difficult to avoid making unethical purchases. However, social movements to protest things like fast fashion have also grown, acting to spread awareness of the harmful aspects of consumerism.

Engaging in consumerism requires awareness of its consequences

Orion Kim, Chief Visual Editor
October 29, 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

Orion Kim, Eliza Farley, Maddy Fisher, and Claire Kim
October 27, 2022
SERVES UP. Senior Solvej Eversoll leaps up to serve in GVV’s game against Breck on Sept. 16.

Volleyball “grit” is ageless trait

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
October 24, 2022
Runner prepare themselves. Members of the girls cross country team get into position before their race begins.

Cross Country wins IMAC conference

Orion Kim, Chief Visual Editor
October 24, 2022
It runs in the family: same school, new experience

It runs in the family: same school, new experience

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
October 24, 2022
FAIR GAME. Student Activities Committee leaders Mimi Huelster and Autumn Spaulding consult with SAC advisor Mallory Schmidt to make an announcement at the ping-pong tournament Sep. 19. SAC planned a variety of activities for each day of homecoming week. “Organizing ping pong was super fun,” Huelster said. “It was a pain to only have one table but it was still really awesome.” SAC did a great job of setting a tone of keeping tradition while adding new opportunities for student participation.

Mutual engagement is essential for student voice

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
October 18, 2022

Boys Tennis

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
May 26, 2022

Boys Golf

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
May 26, 2022
Reedy uses the internet to further his understanding of various topics.

[2 SIDES 1 ISSUE] Is the internet disadvantageous for education?

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
May 15, 2022
Chen plays the piano to keep herself busy and still have fun.

[2 SIDES 1 ISSUE] Should students be busying themselves over the summer?

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
May 15, 2022
Eli Peres (far right) stands with his family for a snazzy photo.

A house-half-full kind of person

Orion Kim, Sports Editor
March 17, 2022
Perceptions of popularity seem to focus on the number of friends instead of the quality.

[GOOD QUESTION] What factors make someone popular?

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
February 16, 2022

SPA should return to distance learning

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
January 19, 2022

SPA should not return to distance learning

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
January 19, 2022
Aubrey “Drake” Graham is widely considered the greatest rapper of all time. He is one of the most widely known artists of modern music.

Modern music is better

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
January 6, 2022
Aubrey “Drake” Graham is widely considered the greatest rapper of all time. He is one of the most widely known artists of modern music.

[2 SIDES 1 ISSUE] Classical vs. modern music; which is more enjoyable?

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
January 6, 2022
Evgeny Kissin performing in Jerusalem at the International Convention Center on Oct. 7, 2031. Kissin is one of the most accomplished pianists in the world and has performed an enormous amount of ‘classical’ repertoire.

Classical music is better

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
January 6, 2022
Lewandowski won the striker of the year award this year. “I would like to congratulate Messi on the Ballon d’Or,” he said

Robert Lewandowski deserved the trophy

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
December 10, 2021
Lewandowski won the striker of the year award this year. “I would like to congratulate Messi on the Ballon d’Or,” he said

[2 SIDES, 1 ISSUE] Ballon d’Or trophy sparks controversy

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
December 10, 2021
Messi, widely considered the greatest of all time, holding his 7th Ballon d’Or, the most of any player in history.

Lionel Messi deserved the trophy

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
December 10, 2021
TOO MUCH. An overuse of out-of-school time for students on homework and other assignments can cause unnecessary stress.

SPA should not give homework

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
December 6, 2021
READY, SET, STUDY! Sophomore McKinley Garner works on several homework assignments during a very short study hall.

SPA should give homework

Orion Kim, the Rubicon
December 6, 2021
TOO MUCH. An overuse of out-of-school time for students on homework and other assignments can cause unnecessary stress.

[2 SIDES, 1 ISSUE] How much homework is too much?

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
December 6, 2021
GIVE A CRAAP. Filter out unreliable and biased sources by taking these steps.

It’s important to recognize biased media sources

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
November 29, 2021
PROTECT OUR EARTH. The line 3 pipeline runs across Indigenous land, crossing many bodies of water and critical wetland areas. Protesters are worried about oil spills and the threat it poses to keeping the environment and major bodies of water clean.

Enbridge attempts to silence Line 3 protesters

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
November 19, 2021

Makeup industry conceals scary truth about child labor

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
November 4, 2021
GETTING GLAM. Makeup is a powerful tool for self-expression, but behind its bright pigments and shiny glitter, there are many more untold stories.

Makeup isn’t just skin deep

Hobbs Lillygreen and Orion Kim
November 4, 2021
FLAWLESS REFLECTION. The Como property is very well taken care of even without an admission fee. A mix of state and private dollars fund the zoo, some of which come from the donation center inside of the building.

Exploring Como Park: a cheap and entertaining option

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
September 29, 2021
Students choose to dress up by wearing a jersey for their favorite hockey team, the Minnesota Wild. Senior Naomi Straub, I love dressing up with my soccer team.

Second day of Homecoming sparks excitement in students with fan day, lip sync

Tommy Verhey, Ivy Raya, Salah Abdulkarim, Leona Barocas, and Orion Kim
September 28, 2021
LISTEN UP. Sophomore Eliza Farley enjoys her downtime listening to her current favorite songs. I like listening to music because it’s both calming and fun, she said.

[SPA PLAYLIST] Music to listen to now

Orion Kim, The Rubicon
September 24, 2021
Huebner shows off his homecoming sword. The sword has flashy light affects that dance in different patterns.

Spartans are you ready? Christopher Huebner has got quite the design for you.

Orion Kim, Sports Editor
September 2, 2021
The same entrance as exit naturally provides contrast between the beginning and ending of the hike. The sun sets no later than 7 leaving a darkish blue reflection on the water, differing from the translucent grayish blue water during the day.

[AROUND TOWN] Staycation? Watch winter transform to spring at Minnehaha Falls

Orion Kim, Staff Writer
March 13, 2021
9th graders Connor Overgaard and Rishi Bhargava consult after a very marginal victory in the 100 free. Barghava exclaimed No way after coach tells them Overgaard beat his competitor and teammate by a sligh 0.4 seconds.

It’s always a good time; nothing can stop Trojan Swim and Dive

Orion Kim, Staff Writer
February 25, 2021
[GAME REVIEW] Throwback to Rocket League, the game that never gets old

[GAME REVIEW] Throwback to Rocket League, the game that never gets old

Orion Kim, Staff Writer
February 22, 2021
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