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City of Refuge to hold holiday market
City of Refuge to hold holiday market
December 8, 2023
Photo of Mr. Schirmir and Mrs. Pokorny playing hungry hungry hippos at Thanks assembly.
Thanks Assembly Photo Gallery
December 6, 2023
Photo taken in PAC as Rock Bridge orchestra team practices.
CPS Department of Fine Arts to conduct annual Holiday Taping Dec. 7
December 5, 2023
Veterans Uniteds sign on the property informs community members of the upcoming holiday lights display.
Veterans United to put on holiday light show once again
November 29, 2023
The annual Columbia 5K Turkey Trax will occur during Thanksgiving day starting and ending at 4th Street between Cherry and Locust. The 5K course will hit different parts of downtown Columbia and the MU Campus.
Fleet Feet to sponsor local Thanksgiving Day Race, Turkey Trax
November 21, 2023
Defensive Tackle Dain Almquist (11) awaits the play call at the line of scrimmage.
RBHS football loses 28-30 in final regular season game
October 23, 2023
Swimmer finishes 1st in 400 meter relay
RBHS Boys’ Swim dominates CMAC Championship
October 21, 2023
Number 15, Jaun Pico-Vazquez (12), defending during RBHSs match with BHS. Rock Bridge wins 11-5-2.
RBHS Boys’ Soccer fights, defeats BHS
October 14, 2023
RBHS football players make their grand entrance to kick off the homecoming game against Battle on Oct. 6. The game resulted in a win for the RBHS Bruins 38-0.
RBHS defense smothers Battle High School, Bruins move to 5-2
October 9, 2023
Rock Bridge Bruins takes the field to play against Saint Marys. The Bruins won 28-21, escaping a potential comeback victory by Saint Marys after starting the game up 21-0
RBHS defeats St. Mary’s South Side Catholic High School at home
October 3, 2023
Image courtesy of Envato Elements
College Board changes scoring rubric for AP History exams
November 9, 2023
Image courtesy of Envato Elements
Three Halloween events to explore this year
October 28, 2023
Photo of materials catered to seniors such as a planner showing the date for graduation, RBHS graduation cap and information regarding senior merchandise from Jostens.
Senior activities take full-swing
October 24, 2023
Error message presented after trying to reach a restricted website
CPS adds new filter to technology, blocks features
October 13, 2023
Mr. Birgenheir instructs his German 1 class at RBHS.
Foreign language classes prepare students for life after high school, expose them to different cultures
October 11, 2023
How technology is making and breaking the publishing industry
How technology is making and breaking the publishing industry
December 4, 2023
Rachel Zegler (left) and Tom Blyth (right) in The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Image courtesy of IMDb
“The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes”: A Melodic Misstep in the Hunger Games Symphony
November 28, 2023
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Noah Kahan announces new tour, excites ‘Stick Season’ fanbase
October 3, 2023
Image of The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are vinyl courtesy of mitski.com
Mitski releases 7th album, maintains signature style
September 21, 2023
The suspects walk the threshold of the Venice mansion. Image courtesy of IMDb.
“A Haunting in Venice:” A spooky new twist on old tropes
September 20, 2023
Scene from the Barbie movie.
Barbie’s ideal ‘dream world’ needs to change
November 1, 2023
A bathroom sink cluttered with beauty products, including makeup, hair tools, and fragrances.
Social media’s influence on beauty standards fuels overconsumption, impossible financial expectations
October 4, 2023
Transphobia remains a pressing issue in the American education system
Transphobia remains a pressing issue in the American education system
September 30, 2022
Flooding in Pakistan: A precursor to uncontrolled climate change
Flooding in Pakistan: A precursor to uncontrolled climate change
September 29, 2022
Decision to overturn Roe v. Wade creates unsafe abortions, exacerbates racial and economic disparities
Decision to overturn Roe v. Wade creates unsafe abortions, exacerbates racial and economic disparities
May 20, 2022
Transphobia remains a pressing issue in the American education system
Transphobia remains a pressing issue in the American education system
September 30, 2022
Photo courtesy of envato elements.
Crisis, conflict reporting unveils bias in western media
May 13, 2022
Daughter Of The Dragon, Anna May Wong
Fetishization drives violence against Asian women
April 7, 2022
The female gaze counteracts existing standards in cinema
The female gaze counteracts existing standards in cinema
December 20, 2021
The 27 Club glorifies premature death in the music industry
The 27 Club glorifies premature death in the music industry
December 3, 2021
End of high school prompts reflection, exploration of memories
End of high school prompts reflection, exploration of memories
May 19, 2022
Journaling journey, finding tranquility in writing
Journaling journey, finding tranquility in writing
April 6, 2022
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Online english renews desire to write
December 13, 2021
Photo by Salma Alamin.
Pumpkin chocolate chip cookie recipe
October 26, 2021
Photo by Parker Boone.
Penpals preserve long-distance friendships
April 13, 2021
Southpaw cover for Volume 14 Issue 1. Art by Olivia Rollison
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 1
October 25, 2023
Southpaw Volume 13 Issue 4
Southpaw Volume 13 Issue 4
April 28, 2023
Southpaw Volume 13 Issue 3
Southpaw Volume 13 Issue 3
March 2, 2023
Southpaw Volume 13 Issue 2
Southpaw Volume 13 Issue 2
December 16, 2022
Southpaw Volume 13 Issue 1
Southpaw Volume 13 Issue 1
November 2, 2022
Emily Blake (11), understudy for Aubrey Reilly (11), Madison Torres (12), Sadie Spiller (11), Evelyn OToole (11), and Dawson Black (12) line up during the dress rehearsal for Play On.
RBHS Winter play, ‘Play On,’ premiered this past weekend
November 21, 2023
Retiring Teachers of 2022
Retiring Teachers of 2022
May 24, 2022
Two editors-in-chief try photography: Unfamiliar journalistic medium inspires creativity
Two editors-in-chief try photography: Unfamiliar journalistic medium inspires creativity
December 21, 2021
What song are you listening to?
What song are you listening to?
December 17, 2021
Art by Vivian Spear
Shark rank: Barbie film series
October 29, 2021
RBHS wishes Principal Sirna happy birthday
RBHS wishes Principal Sirna happy birthday
April 12, 2020
Senior Thalia Montilla reflects on her favorite cultural traditions, addresses stereotypes
Senior Thalia Montilla reflects on her favorite cultural traditions, addresses stereotypes
April 11, 2020
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
April 5, 2020
Female students share what makes them feel beautiful
Female students share what makes them feel beautiful
March 28, 2020
Looking Back: True/False Boot Camp 2020
Looking Back: True/False Boot Camp 2020
March 19, 2020
Art by Vivian Spear
Shark rank: Barbie film series
October 29, 2021
Overexposed: Nature photography
Overexposed: Nature photography
February 11, 2021
Art by Rachel Stevens.
Super Bowl 55 prediciton
February 7, 2021
Photo by Desmond Kisida.
Overexposed: Sports/Action Photography
January 25, 2021
Tier list made on tier maker.com
Shark rank: Black Mirror
January 8, 2021
First Time I took the ACT
First Time I took the ACT
February 27, 2020
First time I tried modeling
First time I tried modeling
February 21, 2020
First time I tried a paper straw
First time I tried a paper straw
January 28, 2020
First time I made my own pasta
First time I made my own pasta
January 13, 2020
First Time I tried a new food
First Time I tried a new food
December 13, 2019
Bruin bear had a great fall
November 2, 2020
Students tell their favorite winter tales
Students tell their favorite winter tales
December 21, 2019
Bruin Bears Snowtime Shenanigans
Bruin Bear: Showtime Shenanigans
December 14, 2019
Art by Devin Hall.
Students retell haunting tales
October 30, 2019
Undying Love
Undying Love
October 4, 2019
Photo courtesy of Shruti Gautam.
Sandeep Gautam and Manisha Jain
April 17, 2021
Photo courtesy of Sophia Eaton.
Touria El Jaoual
April 15, 2021
Photo courtesy of Anjali Noel Ramesh.
Shyamala Ramesh and Noel Ramesh Aloysius
April 13, 2021
My mom and dad in Hangzhou. Photo courtesy of Sarah Ding.
Zhijian Ye and Shinghua Ding
April 12, 2021
Biting my nails
Biting my nails
April 10, 2020
Photo courtesy of Shruti Gautam.
Sandeep Gautam and Manisha Jain
April 17, 2021
Photo courtesy of Sophia Eaton.
Touria El Jaoual
April 15, 2021
Photo courtesy of Anjali Noel Ramesh.
Shyamala Ramesh and Noel Ramesh Aloysius
April 13, 2021
My mom and dad in Hangzhou. Photo courtesy of Sarah Ding.
Zhijian Ye and Shinghua Ding
April 12, 2021
I was proud of myself for checking renewing my drivers license off my to-do list today. Photo by Bailey Stover.
Pandemic Diaries
June 26, 2020
Students work jobs to save money, evade boredom; responsibilities affect online learning
Students work jobs to save money, evade boredom; responsibilities affect online learning
April 8, 2020
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
April 5, 2020
Hands of adult female student typing on computer keyboard while studying at home in the evening
First day of online learning sparks discussions of academic equality
March 31, 2020
Close-up tablet computer in a woman hand. Photo from Envato Elements.
Students share initial thoughts on online education
March 31, 2020
Baby fox. Photo by Sarah Mosteller.
Human activities prove detrimental to environment, increase risk of infectious diseases
April 14, 2020
Political action, youth involvement necessary to protect environment
Political action, youth involvement necessary to protect environment
April 10, 2020
Blue recycling bag. Photo by Audrey Novinger
Waste Minimization Coordinator Ben Kreitner answers questions about city recycling policies
March 18, 2020
Photo illustration of single-use plastics by Sophie Froese.
Plastic pollution ruinous to environment, requires immediate action
February 17, 2020
Climate change presents hazards for Missouri agriculture
Climate change presents hazards for Missouri agriculture
February 3, 2020
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Junior Andrew Copeland passes the ball to his teammate in the boys varsity soccer game against Battle High School Tuesday, Oct. 13. Photo by Desmond Kisida.

RBHS varsity soccer tops Battle High School in unyielding victory

Desmond Kisida • October 15, 2020

Away from their home field, the RBHS boys’ varsity soccer team played Battle High School Tuesday night Oct. 13. The Bruins wanted a win badly, said senior center-back Aaron Vandyke, and they got one,...

Senior forward Lucas Godon looks for the next play at the boys soccer senior night game Wednesday, September 9. Photo by Ana Manzano.

Bruins soccer overcomes Helias on senior night

Ana Manzano • September 10, 2020

Conditions were seemingly perfect for a game of soccer on Wednesday, Sept. 9 as the boys’ soccer team took on Helias Catholic High School (HCHS). Skies were overcast so no direct sunlight obstructed...

Senior Zeke Lage stares on in disbelief after the end of a game against Jefferson City High School. The Bruins lost in the district championship game 2-1 Nov. 7. (Photo by Ana Manzano)

Boys’ soccer falls in district championship bid

Ryan Choe • November 11, 2019
With the Class 4 District 9 championship and a ticket to the Class 4 sectional game on the line, the boys’ soccer team (21-4) faced Jefferson City High School (JCHS) Nov. 7 at Battle High School. In the end, JCHS player Lucas Godon scored the winning kick to send the Jays to the Class 4 sectional, ending the game 2-1. 
The boys soccer team is 20-4 heading into the class 4 district 9 championship game. The Bruins look to avenge their regular season loss against Jefferson City High School Nov. 7. (Photo by Ana Manzano)

Boys’ soccer victorious in district semifinal match against Hickman

Ryan Choe • November 7, 2019
With a record of 20-4 heading into the district semifinal match Nov. 5, the boys’ soccer team exuded confidence. After winning eight of their last 10 regular season games, the Bruins delivered in the class 4 district 9 semifinal match and came out the victors against local rival Hickman High School (HHS) with a score of 1-0. The Bruins gained their third win against HHS, having already won the teams’ two regular season meetings. The Bruins will play against Jefferson City High School (JCHS) 6 p.m. Nov. 7 at Battle High School for the district championship. 
KICKING THE LATE NIGHT GRIND: Senior goalkeeper Cooper Deneke extends to block a penalty kick from senior defender Chadly Ben-Ayed in a team practice Sunday, Oct. 20. With a 20-4 record, the Bruins work toward their first state championship. The team will face Hickman in the Class 4 District 9 semifinal game 7 p.m. Saturday at Battle High School. (Photo by Sophia Eaton)

Boys’ soccer vies for ultimate prize

Will Cover • October 30, 2019
A gaggle of players congregates by one of the goals. Some rocket shots at the net; some juggle a ball using their feet; two use a ball to play basketball on an invisible hoop. The boys are preparing for the start of their postseason in the district tournament Saturday.
Seniors cant contain their happiness at senior night before their game on Oct. 15. Pictured from left to right: Zeke Lage (12), Matthrew Cathro (12), Sergio Pico (12). Photo by Grace Hervey.

Varsity soccer team wins against Battle Spartans

Emily Dearing • October 16, 2019
In contrast to cold temperatures setting a chilly tone throughout RBHS, the boys’ varsity soccer team brightened up their fans as they beat the Battle Spartans 3-0 at Battle High School Oct. 15, raising the Bruins’ win loss total to 17-3.
The boys soccer team is 20-4 heading into the class 4 district 9 championship game. The Bruins look to avenge their regular season loss against Jefferson City High School Nov. 7. (Photo by Ana Manzano)

Boys’ soccer falls to Jefferson City Jays

Ana Manzano • October 10, 2019

n a cloudy but windless October night, the boys’ soccer team faced off against the Jefferson City Jays. Both teams fought hard on the Bruins’ home turf, though in the end, the Jays defeated the Bruins...

RBHS boys soccer practices for the game against Marquette tonight. Photo by Audrey Snyder

After big win, boys’ soccer takes on Marquette tonight

Will Cover • October 3, 2019

The varsity boys’ soccer team will play Marquette High School tonight at RBHS at 6:30 p.m. The Bruins are 12-2 on the year, coming off of a big win against Gateway Legacy Christian Academy (GLCA), which...

Senior forward Quintin Liddle hugs his teammate, junior midfielder Preston Fancher, after the game. Liddle was emotional when the final whistle blew, realizing he had just finished his final game as a Bruin. [This game meant] everything, Liddle said. And thats it.

Soccer falls to Lee’s Summit at sectionals

Allie Pigg • November 11, 2018
After a hard-fought game, the boys' soccer season ended at sectionals.
Boys soccer defeats Ozark, advance to state quarterfinals

Boys’ soccer defeats Ozark, advance to state quarterfinals

Maddie Murphy • November 7, 2018
After being sent off by students at a small pep rally at 1:20 p.m. in the south parking lot of RBHS, the boys’ soccer team traveled to Ozark, Mo. to compete in the state semifinals Tuesday, Nov. 6.
LOOKING FAR FORWARD: Sophomore Jeremiah Johnson looks down field for teammates during the game against Ft. Zumwalt South (FZS) High School. RBHS defeated FZS 2-0. The Bruins start their District Tournament Oct. 30. Photo by Camryn Devore

Boys’ soccer gearing up for districts

Will Napier • October 27, 2018
Varsity soccer prepares for district competition Oct. 30.
During the second half of the game v. FZS sophomore Jeremiah Johnson passes the ball off in hopes of a second goal. Jeremiah played a key offensive piece during last nights game. He was able to move the ball, and helped the Bruins stay on the offensive.

RBHS defeats Ft. Zumwalt South in dropping temperatures

Camryn DeVore • October 16, 2018
Despite the frigid weather, the RBHS boys' soccer team was able to be the first and last to score ultimately defeating Ft. Zumwalt South.
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