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Students reflect on pre-COVID SPA

Tommy Verhey, RubicOnline April 17, 2021
Students answered what they missed most about pre-pandemic life, and one thing they enjoy about pandemic life that they hope to keep in the future.
Global temperature yearly averages have increased by over 2 percent since 1980. Five years ago, the U.N. announced that governments around the world must not let the yearly temperature averages increase by 1.5 degrees Celsius more, otherwise they would face the serious consequences of Climate Change.

Global Warming set to push Earth past U.N. warning for temperature levels

Bobby Verhey, RubicOnline September 30, 2020
Recent reports from climate scientist show that the average yearly temperature is on track to pass U.N. warning levels.
Still the state with the lowest infection rate, MN social distancing falls just above average

Still the state with the lowest infection rate, MN social distancing falls just above average

Martha Sanchez, RubicOnline April 16, 2020
Minnesotans exhibited grade A social distancing early in Shelter in Place, yet have dropped down to a C+.
Wednesday was flannel day, which encouraged students to channel their inner lumberjacks. Here, seniors Ethan Richman and Griffin Thissen both wear their flannels.

[PHOTO GALLERY] Winter spirit week encourages themed dress-up

Martha Sanchez, RubicOnline February 7, 2020
Students and teachers pose in their daily winter themed dress ups.
Senior Griffin Thissen defends a shot from Eagle Ridge during the game.

Boys basketball defeats Eagle Ridge with ease

Martha Sanchez, RubicOnline January 27, 2020
The Spartans won 80-43.

Gameday Preview: Boys Varsity Basketball takes on Twin Cities Academy

Martha Sanchez and Will Schavee January 25, 2020

Martha Sanchez and Will Schavee interview members of the boys basketball team before their game against Twin Cities Academy.

[DANCE MOVES] “Synchronized dancing” with Tik Tok

Annika Rock, RubicOnline December 3, 2019
Students perform popular dance moves to songs that are very popular on Tik Tok.
Junior Noah Lineman poses for his picture retake. They [the photographers] are always telling you to move you head in weird ways, he said.

Picture retakes offer a second chance to smile

Martha Sanchez, RubicOnline October 7, 2019
Whether it's a first or final photo, students stop in to get a quick snapshot.
Next year I am going to take Waves, Optics and Acoustics. I want to take it because I dont know a lot about the subject but I want to learn something new, sophomore Milo Waltenbaugh said.

Juniors and sophomores contemplate science electives

Martha Sanchez, RubicOnline Editor April 17, 2019
With the end of the school year approaching, students have begun to discuss science electives to add to their schedules next year.
Director of Computer Science and Engineering Kate Lockwood teaching a student how to use the 3D printer.

Student-teacher relationships enrich student experience

Tristan Hitchens-Brookins, Staff Writer May 14, 2018
Students and teachers explain why having a strong relationship with the other makes learning better.
Ninth grader Rashmi Raveendran jumps a hurdle. Raveendran, Becca Richman, Sara Browne, and Olivia Lagos finished 2nd place in the 4x400m relay.

First track meet brings success

Jennifer Ries, Staff Writer April 7, 2018
The varsity track team had their first meet on Apr. 7 at the U of M Field House.
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