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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

The Rubicon

The Class of 2019 pose for a glass picture in the fall colors of Lilly Courtyard.

[SENIOR STORIES] “What are you proudest of from your time at SPA?”

Michael Forsgren, Arts Critic June 3, 2019
Honest and interesting, listen to 47 seniors from the class of 2019 share their experiences.
Seniors reflect on the most iconic substitute teachers they have had.

Familiar faces: seniors recall memorable substitute teachers

Nitya Thakkar, Aureus EIC April 11, 2019
For some students, certain substitute teachers hold a special place in their memories of high school.
A race timer looks on as a racer completes their run.

Alpine team continues winning streak despite frigid temperatures

Kelby Wittenberg, RubicOnline Editor January 30, 2019
The SPA Alpine team continues to see success during their season, with the girls finishing 1st overall and the boys finishing 2nd overall.
Winter sport leaders voice their hopes for the season

Winter sport leaders voice their hopes for the season

Julia Baron, Rubicon Print Editor December 27, 2018
Winter sports are just starting and each team leader is ready for the long season ahead.
Senior Bailey Donovan skis down a course. “I think it’s a really mentally tough sport, but also physically, it incorporates a lot, she said.

A day in the life: Donovan makes time for skiing

Melissa Nie, RubicOnline Editor December 14, 2018
An avid skier since age three, senior Bailey Donovan’s schedule during the ski season is a busy one.
Senior Tessah Green laughs after her team, Nordic, wins the game of capture the flag. Im excited for it to actually snow more so we can actually ski, and Im excited for our trip to Maple Lag for our team trip over Winter break, Green said.

First snowfall intensifies Alpine and Nordic capture the flag game

Liv Larsen and Annie Bottern November 13, 2018
An annual game of capture the flag between the Alpine and Nordic Ski teams was met with a twist this year as the snow fell on the day of the game.
Sophomore Julia Scott chases the ball.

[PHOTO GALLERY] GVS loses to Holy Angels, honors seniors

Nitya Thakkar, Aureus EIC October 6, 2018
Girls Varsity Soccer lost to Academy of Holy Angels 0-1 on Oct. 6.
On Sept. 10, students from the History of Refugee Communities in Minnesota class took a field trip to the Forced From Home Exhibit in Minneapolis which puts visitors in the shoes of global refugees. “It was hard to only pick five things. I thought it was an informative experience to be able to engage in the journey many refugees undertake,” senior Kenzie Giese said. The exhibit is open through the Sept. 16.

Interactive exhibit illuminates challenges faced by global refugees

Mimi Geller, Director of RubicOnline September 11, 2018
The History of Refugees Communities took a class field trip on Sept. 10 to the Forced From Home pop-up exhibit in Minneapolis.

[FILTERED] Students and faculty talk favorite summer activities

Ellie Nowakowski May 17, 2018
Students and faculty respond to the question "what is your favorite summer time activity?"
Junior Bailey Donovan skiing downhill at Junior Nationals. I placed fourth at the Central Championship and beat about 80 people to secure a spot,” Donovan said.

Bailey Donovan takes nationals by storm

Tristan Hitchens-Brookins, Staff Writer April 12, 2018
Junior Bailey Donovan went to junior Nationals for skiing in the beginning of March.
Junior Bailey Donovan holds worms that she collected for a sample.

Engaged learning comes to life on field trips

Chloe Morse, The Rubicon Editor March 2, 2018
Out of classroom learning needs to be incorporated into the curriculum for the benefit of class development, and students.
Junior Sammy Ries speeds up for the finish.

Alpine finishes Conference, with impressive display

Peter Blanchfield, RubicOnline Editor February 2, 2018
Both boys and girls Alpine ski teams finished the conference with strong performances from many different racers.
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