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IN CELEBRATION. Intricate henna designs are on the hands of Amir Dahm’s family. “Henna (Mehndi) is done commonly for big events like weddings or Eid,” Dahm said. (Submitted Photo: Amir Dahm)
Muslim students share the meaning of Eid al-Fitr
April 10, 2024
SUSTAINING SPA. After implementing Meatless Wednesday, the Upper School Council (USC) moves towards planning Earth Week. USC members raise their hands to volunteer to run various stations and activities throughout the week.
USC launches Meatless Wednesdays to reduce carbon emissions
April 9, 2024
FLOWERS FROM THE HEART. Senior Ingrid Johnson adds a decorative outline dotted with flowers to her letter.
CAS hosts Service Night to bring community together for a cause
April 8, 2024
ECLIPSE. A solar eclipse is a rare event in which the moon is between Earth and the Sun, blocking the view of the sun. In other parts of the United States, the view of the Sun will be totally blocked, constituting whats called a total eclipse. A total eclipse is a completely different event that is another level of coolness. So if they [the students] have that chance, they should absolutely take the chance to see a total eclipse if they ever can. The next one in Minnesota will be the year 2099, Astronomy and Planetary Science teacher Joseph Martin said.
Solar eclipse on the horizon: what you need to know
April 7, 2024
YOUNG VOTERS. Although Minnesota does not allow 17-year-old voters in its primary elections, several other states in the Midwest and across the country do.
Some states welcome 17-year-old voters in their primaries
April 2, 2024
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
April 16, 2024
BREAK FREE from your devices and cut your screen time down to better engage with your surroundings.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Put down the phone
April 16, 2024
TAKE THE LEAP and try new things in all personal endeavors
To break habits, dare to fail at something new
April 11, 2024
SIMPLE SUSTAINABILITY. Resist greenwashing and opt for life choices that make the most minimal impact on the environment, such as using a reusable water bottle or using public transportation.
Want to go green? Think smaller.
April 9, 2024
TRUTH AND TRUST. Self-love leads to healthier relationships with others. Loving oneself means setting healthy boundaries, practicing self-compassion, and engaging in actions that contribute to personal growth and well-being, Martin writes.
Love for self sustains love for others
March 15, 2024
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
April 16, 2024
BREAK FREE from your devices and cut your screen time down to better engage with your surroundings.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Put down the phone
April 16, 2024
START CLEANING using different important aspects of relationships to properly evaluate connections.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Spring clean your relationships
March 14, 2024
MISSING IN ACTION. Nowadays, disengaging from social obligations is easier than ever before. Societal norms in the post-pandemic era have shifted, and for many, socialization is no longer an easy, casual routine. Reengagement, both in and outside of school, is crucial to rebuilding a sense of community.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Made plans? Be there.
March 13, 2024
EXPLORE BLACK HISTORY MONTH and discover different paths to take for community engagement.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Black History Month: go beyond history
February 27, 2024
FIVE FREEDOMS. The First Amendment of the Constitution lays out five essential freedoms for American citizens. Over the summer, co-Editor in Chief Orion Kim dove deep into the nuances of the Amendment.
[FREE SPIRIT] U.S. should employ harsher online restrictions regarding free speech
March 12, 2024
FIVE FREEDOMS. The First Amendment of the Constitution lays out five essential freedoms for American citizens. Over the summer, co-Editor in Chief Orion Kim dove deep into the nuances of the Amendment.
[FREE SPIRIT] Claudine Gay’s controversy pits free speech against morality
February 12, 2024
POWER WITH PARAMETERS. Students should exercise their right to assemble while understanding the boundaries of what is protected by the Constitution.
[FREE SPIRIT] Diving deep into the right to assemble
December 1, 2023
LIFE IMITATES ART is a monthly arts opinion column written by The Rubicon opinions editor Eliza Farley. (Illustration created using Adobe Express)
[LIFE/ART] In the music industry, it seems, it’s the year of the female
November 3, 2023
FIVE FREEDOMS. The First Amendment of the Constitution lays out five essential freedoms for American citizens. Over the summer, co-Editor in Chief Orion Kim dove deep into the nuances of the Amendment. “Reporters might be able to cover content freely, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t respect the people they’re covering,” Kim wrote.
[FREE SPIRIT] First Amendment freedoms let citizens determine morality of their expression
October 6, 2023
There are healthier ways to find value in life than thinking about death
There are healthier ways to find value in life than thinking about death
December 5, 2023
No longer a bystander
No longer a bystander
November 29, 2023
Bring more awareness to seasonal depression
Bring more awareness to seasonal depression
November 4, 2023
Community time worth more than passing time
Community time worth more than passing time
October 5, 2023
An adjunct to an adjunct professors disjunction
An adjunct to an adjunct professor’s disjunction
February 18, 2023
SLEEPYTIME. Senior Bridget Keel runs the @spartans_caught_sleeping account on Instagram, posting pictures of students napping or laying down around the SPA campus. As she runs the account, she is careful to abide by SPAs rules on photographing and posting students images online, and requires explicit consent from the students in the photos before posting. (Screenshot from Instagram)
Student-ran Instagram accounts ties SPA community together through creative posts
April 12, 2024
WHOS THAT? Many are familiar with spaces on campus like Redleaf Commons or the Schilling Center, but few know the stories of the people they are named after. These people are alumni, entrepreneurs and change-makers of all kinds.
[WHAT’S IN A NAME] Lasting legacies: the people behind SPA’s named spaces
April 10, 2024
WALKING ROUTES. Walking for an hour daily can boost step counts by 6,000. Sophomore Annalise Atkinson does not track her steps, but estimates she gets around 8,000 per day. “I wish I got more steps every day…I’d like to go for more walks,” she said. (Fair use image: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources)
Walk the walk: phone apps make it easy to track steps
April 9, 2024
LETS GROW. The Gardening Club has been flying under the radar since its founding last year, but the leaders hope to make the club more active with new initiatives like a campus garden.
Gardening Club hopes for growth this spring
April 3, 2024
HER RIGHTS, HER MIGHT. March celebrates Womens History Month by highlighting the important women in the world and what theyve done over the years. Canva Graphic by Rita Li
Women’s History Month: inspiration transcends time
March 23, 2024
COWBOY CARTER. With the release of her latest album on March 29, Beyoncé has demonstrated that she can produce music across genres and proved that Black artists belong in country music just as much as white artists. (Fair use image: @beyonce on Instagram)
Beyoncé shows that Black artists can be cowboys, too
April 11, 2024
PLAYING WITH TEXTURE. Hejny demonstrates the rough texture on her 18-foot-tall commissioned painting from the salt added to the paint.
Local artist Annie Irene Hejny finds inspiration in nature
April 3, 2024
LOCAL BOOKSTORE. Red Balloon is a great place to find some new books to read and support the neighborhood.
[AROUND TOWN] Red Balloon Bookshop serves the community with literature
March 17, 2024
STOIC AND MYSTERIOUS. Dr. J. Robert Oppenheimer (Cillian Murphy) pushes his hat over his face in an intense monochromatic scene.
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] Oppenheimer features impeccable cinematography, world-class direction, award-worthy acting
March 10, 2024
SPEAKING WITH THEIR EYES. Greta Lee (Nora Moon) and Teo Yoo (Hae Sung) do a spectcular job of conveying their emotions from their body language and expressions. (Screenshot from offical Past Lives trailer)
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] Past Lives explores unrequited love in its simple, yet profound plot
March 9, 2024
STOIC AND MYSTERIOUS. Dr. J. Robert Oppenheimer (Cillian Murphy) pushes his hat over his face in an intense monochromatic scene.
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] Oppenheimer features impeccable cinematography, world-class direction, award-worthy acting
March 10, 2024
SPEAKING WITH THEIR EYES. Greta Lee (Nora Moon) and Teo Yoo (Hae Sung) do a spectcular job of conveying their emotions from their body language and expressions. (Screenshot from offical Past Lives trailer)
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] Past Lives explores unrequited love in its simple, yet profound plot
March 9, 2024
REALISTIC VILLAINY. The Zone of Interest follows the Höss families day-to-day lives living in a house directly bordering the Auschwitz concentration camp. (Screenshot from The Zone of Interest official trailer)
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] The Zone of Interest shocks with uniquely nuanced approach to the war film
March 8, 2024
HOLIDAY SURPRISE. “I dont think Ive ever had a real family Christmas like this before,” says Angus Tully, a flawed but promising student at Barton Preparatory School in Massachusetts. Ironically, Angus says this as a Holdover—a student with nowhere to go for winter break. In the scene, Angus is celebrating Christmas with a flawed family—Mary, the Barton cafeteria manager, and Paul Hunham, the history teacher with a checkered past. (Screen capture Holdovers Official Trailer, Focus Films)
[COUNTDOWN TO THE OSCARS] The Holdovers brings unlikely trio together for the holidays
March 8, 2024
Sandra is the suspect of her husbands murder, and their son Daniel is the only witness. The catch is: Daniel is blind.
[COUNTDOWN TO THE OSCARS] Anatomy of a Fall masters anatomy of a film
March 7, 2024
BACKHAND. Senior Baasit Mahmood hits a backhand stroke against the Mahtomedi Zephyrs towards the beginning of the game. The second match went on for more than two hours, with the Spartans losing 3-4.
Boys tennis kicks off season fiercely with three matches in one day
April 17, 2024
LUNGE. Lower school students practice lunging.
Fencing fosters new generation of athletes at lower school
April 12, 2024
SUPERSONIC. Tamari Christopher pitches during a softball game last year. She was a 8th grader.
Softball and girls lacrosse join new co-ops
April 11, 2024
LOCKED IN. Senior Theo Zimmerman, a more experienced player, springs up off the grass with the frisbee in hand after taking a fall.
First Ultimate game unites new and returning players
April 10, 2024
YOUNG LEADER. Freshman Peony Steele is the only Spartan captain from her grade, stepping up as a leader due to the lack of upperclassmen on the girls golf team. (Submitted Photo: Peony Steele)
Steele leads through passion and purpose
April 9, 2024
FIGHT. Feeling the burn, sophomore Maren Overgaard pushes through, making her way to the finish.
State finals wrap up girls cross country season
November 16, 2023
WALL OF STEEL. Junior Madelyn Moser and sophomore Nora McKoy jump up to block a hit.
Dig Pink game raises $8,400 for the Side-Out Foundation
November 16, 2023
APPRECIATION. Senior Amalia Laguna opens gift bags with her fellow senior Spark swimmers.
Amalia Laguna finds her place on the Sparks
November 10, 2023
HEADS UP. Freshman Murphy Miltner spikes the ball and gains the Spartans a point after adjusting to her new offensive position on the team.
Volleyball crushes the Math and Science Dragons
November 4, 2023
CELEBRATION. The entire team storms down the field celebrating Ethan Peltiers winning goal.
Boys soccer advances to state finals in an electrifying match against Holy Family
November 3, 2023
GOOD JOB. Captain Mikkel Rawdon goes in for a hug after freshman John Grimsrud makes his first basket of the game. “It felt good for this one to go in with everyone cheering” Grimsrud said.
Spartans win section semi final, compete in finals tonight
March 15, 2024
EN GARDE. Senior Maik Nguyen gets into position to fence his first round in Junior Mens Épée in the large gym as his friends watches from the sidelines.
SPA hosts fencing state tournament
March 10, 2024
SHARP SHOOTER. Captain Mikkel Rawdon prepares to pass during a game at the Target Center. Rawdon has tallied a high number of points during his two years playing for varsity.
The “trifecta” is completed: Mikkel Rawdon reaches 1,000 points
March 6, 2024
How do winter athletes stay healthy?
How do winter athletes stay healthy?
March 5, 2024
RELAY. Senior Connor Overgaard begins the first leg of the 200 medley relay with backstroke. Im proud of this relay, he said.
Bhargava and Overgaard compete at state following a record-breaking performance at sections
March 3, 2024
BACKHAND. Senior Baasit Mahmood hits a backhand stroke against the Mahtomedi Zephyrs towards the beginning of the game. The second match went on for more than two hours, with the Spartans losing 3-4.
Boys tennis kicks off season fiercely with three matches in one day
April 17, 2024
SUPERSONIC. Tamari Christopher pitches during a softball game last year. She was a 8th grader.
Softball and girls lacrosse join new co-ops
April 11, 2024
LOCKED IN. Senior Theo Zimmerman, a more experienced player, springs up off the grass with the frisbee in hand after taking a fall.
First Ultimate game unites new and returning players
April 10, 2024
YOUNG LEADER. Freshman Peony Steele is the only Spartan captain from her grade, stepping up as a leader due to the lack of upperclassmen on the girls golf team. (Submitted Photo: Peony Steele)
Steele leads through passion and purpose
April 9, 2024
STRIDE. The track and field team practices their different stride styles. Many athletes run different distances, but starting early and practicing a diverse set of running styles sets the athletes up for success in any event. “If you start your good habits early you are less likely to be injured due to poor form,” captain Bridget Keel said.
Track and field captains’ practices bring team together
March 9, 2024
DIY: Vision Board
DIY: Vision Board
March 13, 2024
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 5 Sydney Zimmerman recalls freshman year at boarding school
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 5 Sydney Zimmerman recalls freshman year at boarding school
March 11, 2024
Connection with family and culture through food: Lunar New Year
Connection with family and culture through food: Lunar New Year
March 5, 2024
[HYPE REEL] Spartans host fencing invitational (Q and A)
[HYPE REEL] Spartans host fencing invitational (Q and A)
March 5, 2024
IN THE AIR. For sophomore James Welsh, flying is centered on family. What sparked my interest is my dad used to fly all the time for work. And my brother was really into tracking his flight to knowing all about the aircraft and stuff like that. And he just kind of rubbed off on me, I guess. (Submitted Photo James Welsh)
Advice From James Welsh on learning to fly (Q&A)
March 4, 2024
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 5 Sydney Zimmerman recalls freshman year at boarding school
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 5 Sydney Zimmerman recalls freshman year at boarding school
March 11, 2024
SING YOUR HEART OUT. Seifert and Kannankutty are part of two seperate choirs under the organization. Both seniors have found joy singing alongside individuals who share the same passion for choral music as them. Its just really beautiful to see so many people dedicated to something that they love, Kannankutty said. (Image via @angelicachoirs on Instagram)
Seifert and Kannankutty find community in Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs
March 2, 2024
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 4 Isaac Broderius talks growing up and nostalgia
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 4 Isaac Broderius talks growing up and nostalgia
February 16, 2024
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Top five multimedia stories of 2023
January 18, 2024
[PODCAST] Exploring our digital footprint
[PODCAST] Exploring our digital footprint
December 16, 2023
DIY: Vision Board
DIY: Vision Board
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Connection with family and culture through food: Lunar New Year
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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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Hazel Waltenbaugh

Hazel Waltenbaugh, News Editor

Hi!! I joined The Rubicon as a Sports Editor during my sophomore year. Junior year I started as the News Editor for our print section, and for my senior year I am continuing that role. A fun fact about me is that I take a lot of sports pictures for SPA. You can contact me at [email protected].

All content by Hazel Waltenbaugh
PHARMACY POLICY. While Minnesota remains less affected by restrictions on birth control and abortions, boycotting and reaching out to state attorneys general and companies like Walgreens can still have an impact on these limitations.

Birth control restrictions hold back reproductive rights

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
May 1, 2023
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.

[Photo] Co-op sports provide connectivity, relationships between fans

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline
February 26, 2023
Two Ferraris showcased at the Esperienza event linger in the driveway. The event, arranged by Jackley and her team, was meant to show off the luxurious lifestyle that Ferrari embodies.

[WORK/LIFE] Kaylee Jackley talks marketing for Twin Cities Ferrari

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
February 3, 2023
VALUES. As the search for a new principal is underway, one of the most important questions is: what is important to SPA community members in the search process?

[Photo] Fourth principal search in five years begins

Maddy Fisher, Editor in Chief
February 5, 2023
IN LEGAL TERMS. Though Minnesota laws make abortion legal, this is only the case before a certain number of weeks.

[Photo] Minnesota abortion clinics overwhelmed as states prohibit access

Catherine Hooley, The Rubicon
December 5, 2022
DETAILED DESIGN. Strohmyer works for White Crane Design:Build, which both lays out the plan for clients’ remodel projects and completes construction. “It’s... important to just be a good listener and hear what clients are wanting,” Strohmyer said.

[WORK/LIFE] Jean Strohmyer offers an inside look into interior design career

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
October 27, 2022
RACE FOR GOVERNOR. Tim Walz (D-incumbent) and Scott Jensen (R) are the forerunners in a gubernatorial race of six candidates. Others: Steve Patterson (Grassroots), Hugh McTavish (Independent), James McCaskel (Legalize Marijuana Now), Gabrielle Prosser (Socialist).

[Photo] Midterms at forefront of Minnesotans’ minds

Clara Ann Bagnoli, Staff Writer
October 25, 2022
DRIBBLE TO THE GOAL. Sophomore Ezra Straub dribbles the ball up the field in BVS’ game against Minnehaha Academy.

[Photo] Soccer sees no “I” in “team”

Maddy Fisher, Editor in Cheif
October 24, 2022
The Spartans jump to block the net as they set up a return.

[Photo] Volleyball falls to Minnehaha at Dig Pink, raises $7000 for Sideout

Nelson Wodarz, RubicOnline
October 12, 2022
WRITING ON THE WALL. Every day, dozens of students walk past the mission statement on the wall outside Head of School Luis Ottley’s office. Ottley spoke about the significance of the statement at assembly on the first day of school. Ottley said, “...I thought it might be sort of good for people to know why I’m here.”

[GOOD QUESTION] How did SPA choose its mission statement?

Hazel Waltenbaugh
October 3, 2022

Blackhawks Lacrosse

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
May 26, 2022

Baseball

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
May 26, 2022
After years of working a corporate job, Philip Skulte left to start his own business in film.

[WORK/LIFE] Combining skills with passion: how Philip Skulte established Visual Captive

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
May 13, 2022
Allison Brown is an Executive Assistant for Gayle King of CBS News, as well as works in broadcasting, helping with production, research, and prepping King for interviews before the show airs.

[WORK/LIFE] Anchor Broadcast Associate for CBS Mornings shows passion, dedication

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
March 15, 2022
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[Photo] As National COVID infection numbers decline, states lift mandates

Catherine Hooley, The Rubicon
March 11, 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

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
February 17, 2022
Teachers guess student slang terms

Teachers guess student slang terms

Hazel Waltenbaugh
February 9, 2022
DEFEND THE GOAL. Goalie Greta Magnuson gets ready to block a shot as the defense crashes the net. The new co-op didnt affect the team too much because we have the same amount of friendship and chemistry as we did before, Magnuson said. The defense and Magnuson worked together to successfully block the shot.

[Photo] Girls basketball swing players form new community

Hobbs Lillygreen, The Rubicon
January 21, 2022
Freshman Ethan Peltier forces a Breck player off of the puck as junior captain George Peltier scoops it up.

[Photo] Boys hockey falls just short of key win over Breck

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline
January 17, 2022
The language of us

The language of us

Claire Kim and Hazel Waltenbaugh
December 2, 2021

Language is culture

Hazel Waltenbaugh
December 1, 2021
FIRST SNOWFALL. The first snowfall of the season for St. Paul didn’t happen until Nov. 13 almost a month later than last year.

[Photo] Warmer fall for ninth year in a row

Eve Sampsell-Jones, The Rubicon
December 4, 2021
Why I Play

Why I Play

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
December 1, 2021
Rivers thrives off of helping her patients whether that be fixing a broken tooth, taking care of their smile, getting rid of pain, or anything else her patients might need.

[WORK/LIFE] Kristen Rivers builds personal connections with dental patients

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
November 9, 2021
Students may feel anxious about the quality of their speech by the audiences reaction.

Standing ovations should not define the quality of speeches

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
October 27, 2021
VACCINATING MINNESOTA. The CDC recommends those 65 and older as well as those with underlying medical conditions get the Pfizer-BioNTech booster shot.

[Photo] Boosters provide extra protection for some; youth wait for vaccine

Annika Kim, Staff Writer
October 26, 2021
The upper school gathers in the Huss auditorium before a senior speech assembly. There are usually four senior speakers per assembly, which happens once or twice a week.

Draft-by-draft preparation goes into senior speeches

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
October 26, 2021
Moriearty currently teaches criminal law classes as well as some undergraduate classes on race, justice, and incarceration at the University of Minnesota. She is also a co-director of the clinical program at the law school, where she gets to represent and guide her law students in real-life cases.

[WORK/LIFE] Advocating for the incarcerated: Moriearty’s career path though her passion for social justice

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
October 21, 2021

Science behind insecurities

Hazel Waltenbaugh, News editor
October 6, 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.

Hazel Waltenbaugh and Catherine Hooley
October 6, 2021
Lilith Greene-Friedman goes for a sporty 90s-inspired look. My inspiration was Olivia Newton John form the Lets Get Physical music video. I just felt that as a dodgeball ref, it would really fit well, she said.

Fourth day of Homecoming brings enthusiasm and endless surprises

Kevin Chen, Ali Browne, and Hazel Waltenbaugh
October 1, 2021
Lilith Greene-Friedman goes for a sporty 90s-inspired look. My inspiration was Olivia Newton John form the Lets Get Physical music video. I just felt that as a dodgeball ref, it would really fit well, she said.

Junior class creates 90s-inspired looks for decades day

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
October 1, 2021
Consistency, structure, and organization can improve health and reduce stress levels.

Balancing schedules is key to maintaining mental health

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
September 29, 2021
Mellin encourages high school students and those who are thinking about the next steps in their lives to pursue a range of skill sets and knowledge that can be applied in a variety of different careers.

[WORK/LIFE] Flexibility comes with diverse education: advice from a psychologist

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
September 21, 2021
Mellin encourages high school students and those who are thinking about the next steps in their lives to pursue a range of skill sets and knowledge that can be applied in a variety of different careers.

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Akie Kutsunai moved to Minneapolis from Nashville after receiving her masters degree to teach American Literature, classics in society and speculative fiction at SPA.

Akie Kutsunai is excited to explore the creativity of SPA students

Hazel Waltenbaugh, News Editor
August 30, 2021
Bikes and scooters are back for on the spot rental, making summer exercise in the Twin Cities even easier.

Summer exercise provides beneficial activity to daily schedule

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
June 1, 2021
Medical diagnoses are useful when it comes to treatment, but can often lead to a binary view of whether or not someone has a condition.

Diagnosis does not equal destiny

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
June 1, 2021
Senior Gabriella Thompson jumps for a rebound with a St. Croix Prep player on her back. Thompson tallied 29 rebounds during the game.

Girls basketball narrowly falls to St. Croix Prep on senior night

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
February 22, 2021
Simon Assefa said, We have led community members in the work of unearthing thousands of racial covenants that reserved land for the exclusive use of white people.

Sophomores seek service opportunities amidst pandemic

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
February 5, 2021
Healthy habits, like getting enough sleep and following a healthy diet, impact athletic performance.

[HEAD IN THE GAME] Peak performance comes from playing by the rules

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
January 19, 2021
Many businesses are struggling to stay alive as the effects of COVID-19 persist.

Uptown businesses struggle to stay afloat

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
November 30, 2020
9th grader Naomi Kempcke gives a nice pass to senior captain Jane Christakos.

[HEAD IN THE GAME] Should schools suspend winter sports?

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
November 17, 2020
Wolfpack players rush back to the field after a player gets injured.

[Photo] SMB Wolfpack takes down Providence in injury-filled game

Catherine Hooley, The Rubicon
November 9, 2020
Junior Judah Thomas launches the ball into the air for a reception.

[HEAD IN THE GAME] Football without fans: how players are adapting

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
October 29, 2020
Juniors Sarah Oppenheim and Lucie Bond spend time to together at a drive in movie.

Perspectives change as pandemic progresses

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
October 28, 2020

Unbalanced scales

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
October 26, 2020
Junior Jack Hlavka heads the ball into Blakes goalies hands.

Boys’ soccer loses hard fought battle to Blake

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
September 26, 2020
SPA boys varsity soccer in a team huddle on September 14, 2019, vs Providence Academy.

[HEAD IN THE GAME] What fall captains practices could look like

Hazel Waltenbaugh, The Rubicon
May 26, 2020
An inside view of Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.

The world is low on PPE, and the superheroes are doing their best

Hazel Waltenbaugh, Staff Writer
April 15, 2020
Most people forget up to ninety-nine percent of their dreams, so why are the dreams we remember so important?

[GENERATION DREAMS] Ep.1 Dreaming through fear with Jasper Turner, Monica Garido and Sam Hinh

Hazel Waltenbaugh, Staff Writer
April 10, 2020
Daylio separates daily moods into categories of awful, bad, meh, good, or rad.

[APP REVIEW] Daylio provides easy journaling for busy students

Hazel Waltenbaugh, Staff Writer
February 18, 2020
One of the main excuses is the lack of time to exercise. Coming up with a routine can solve this problem; make a habit out of being active regularly.

It’s not the time for hibernation: get active

Hazel Waltenbaugh, Staff Writer
February 11, 2020
SPA offers four different languages, Spanish, German, French, and Chinese. Students from all different languages can use Quizlet, including ninth-grader Riley Erben who uses Quizlet to study for her French class.

Language apps inspire students be immersive with learning

Hazel Waltenbaugh, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
“Dean Thornberry balances work and caring for her advisees,” 9th grader Carlos Andres Adams said. You can usually find her in her office in the lower library (as shown) or walking the halls talking to students.

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