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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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Art by Valeria Velasquez

Safe driving calls for mirror on service road

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 26, 2019
92 Seconds

92 Seconds

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 25, 2019
I was in a panic

I was in a panic

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 23, 2019
I didnt say yes

I didn’t say yes

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 23, 2019
I wasnt asking for it

I wasn’t asking for it

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 23, 2019
I asked him to stop

I asked him to stop

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 23, 2019
He was my friend

He was my friend

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 22, 2019
I didnt know what happened

I didn’t know what happened

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 22, 2019
They would just grab me

They would just grab me

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 22, 2019
Police investigate threatening bathroom wall graffiti (Updated)

Police investigate threatening bathroom wall graffiti (Updated)

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 15, 2019
Illustrated by Sarah Kuhlmann.

Student reflects on social media use, impact on adolescents

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 26, 2019
Us, a multi-layer phenomenon

‘Us,’ a multi-layer phenomenon

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 23, 2019
Unknown odor causes science classes to evacuate

Unknown odor causes science classes to evacuate

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 5, 2019
Photo by felipecaparros

Education brings high costs, extra fees

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 5, 2019
Photo from https://truefalse.org/

‘Mike Wallace is Here’ inspires perseverance

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 1, 2019
Photo from https://truefalse.org/

‘The Magic Life of V’ teaches lifelong lesson

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 1, 2019
Art by Reece Furkin

Students, administration clarify definition of sports, arts, activites

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 27, 2019
MAC Scholars perform poems

MAC Scholars perform poems

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 26, 2019
Photo by Rawpixel/Envato Element

Fake news and me

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 22, 2019
Seniors Polina Kopeikin and Jess interact on stage for the All School Play, One Man, Two Guvnors. The pair played big roles in the performance and brought laughter to the audience. Photo by Corinne Farid

Winter play to premiere tonight

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 14, 2019
Senior Martez Manuel pies another candidate in the face as crowds react to the force of the throw. Photo by Ann Fitzmaurice.

Courtwarming fundraiser results in injury

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 13, 2019
Junior Hope Keithahn dances and sings during the City Lights performance at the fifth grade extravaganza on Wednesday, Jan. 9. Photo by Allie Pigg

Show choir competes at Troy Invitational

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 11, 2019
Photo by Emily Higginbotham

Student Council sponsors courtwarming spirit week

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 11, 2019
Art by Valeria Velasquez

Tried, tested, not true: moving on provides insight into self-worth

Ann Fitzmaurice
January 29, 2019
The price of dreams

The price of dreams

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 20, 2018
ASMR Debates: Australia

ASMR Debates: Australia

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 17, 2018
ASMR Debates: National Anthem

ASMR Debates: National Anthem

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 14, 2018
Junior swimmer Piper Osman dives into the pool for the 100 meter fly. “This year has been pretty good for me,” Osman said. “I tried to train a little bit more in the off-season and that’s really helped me out.” Photo by Maya Bell

Girls’ swimming and diving competes in Marquette Relays

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 13, 2018

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 13, 2018
ASMR Debates: School

ASMR Debates: School

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 7, 2018
Girls basketball triumphs over Hazelwood Central

Girls basketball triumphs over Hazelwood Central

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 1, 2018
on decorating for the holiays

on decorating for the holiays

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 29, 2018
CPS November schedule requires reworking

CPS November schedule requires reworking

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 27, 2018
Pie for Thanksgiving meal.

on holiday music

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 15, 2018
Art by Valeria Velasquez

Absent voters neglect duties

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 12, 2018
Art by Isabel Thoroughman

Antagonizing, agonizing realities

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 1, 2018
Photo by Peyton Bealmear

Girls golf places third at state

Ann Fitzmaurice
October 18, 2018
Atlas - Art by Moy Zhong.

Tested by time

Ann Fitzmaurice
October 15, 2018
Asian media portrayal affects self-image

Asian media portrayal affects self-image

Ann Fitzmaurice
October 9, 2018
Senior Gemma Ross pitches to members of her own team during the Green and Gold scrimmage game on Aug. 23. Photo by Maya Bell

Softball kicks off new season with Green and Gold game

Ann Fitzmaurice
August 24, 2018
Students give a fork about profanity

Students give a fork about profanity

Ann Fitzmaurice
May 9, 2018
False love breaks hearts

False love breaks hearts

Ann Fitzmaurice
May 6, 2018
Hopkins takes off on a cool down jog after a rewarding workout on the track.

External conditions impact track performances

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 29, 2018
Teachers organize rally for school safety awareness

Teachers organize rally for school safety awareness

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 20, 2018
Junior George Frey holds a sign with the names of the Parkland, Fla. shooting victims. On Feb. 14, 14 teenagers and 3 adults were killed by a man armed with an AR-15. Photo by Maya Bell.

Empathy, practicality dictate problem-solving

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 10, 2018
Feature photo by Camryn Devore

Work for it, success in the classroom dependent on effort

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 3, 2018
School board to decide on security enhancement bond April 3

School board to decide on security enhancement bond April 3

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 23, 2018
...about womens history?

…about women’s history?

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 4, 2018
Makala humbles audiences, creates new perspective

‘Makala’ humbles audiences, creates new perspective

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 4, 2018
António e Catarina delivers tedious storyline

‘António e Catarina’ delivers tedious storyline

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 3, 2018
Mon Amour, Mon Ami fails to deliver impactful story

‘Mon Amour, Mon Ami’ fails to deliver impactful story

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 2, 2018
Pumpkin Movie identifies societal problems, inspires audiences

‘Pumpkin Movie’ identifies societal problems, inspires audiences

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 2, 2018
Sophomores to screen documentary Wont you be my Neighbor

Sophomores to screen documentary ‘Won’t you be my Neighbor’

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 2, 2018
Unique education gives original perspective on life

Unique education gives original perspective on life

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 26, 2018
Too much too soon? Social media affects beauty trends

Too much too soon? Social media affects beauty trends

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 25, 2018
Celebrating Sojourner Truth

Celebrating Sojourner Truth

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 2, 2018
I just stay away from people with it. I wash my hands.What would you do if someone with the flu was coming at you right now?Id probably run away. --Michale Cedillo, sophomore

on the flu outbreak

Ann Fitzmaurice
January 25, 2018
Photo by Abby Blitz

Hope club hosts self-care event for students, staff

Ann Fitzmaurice
January 10, 2018
Second annual pep band to play at basketball games

Second annual pep band to play at basketball games

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 20, 2017
Clubs to provide opportunity, build resume

Clubs to provide opportunity, build resume

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 18, 2017
Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Feminism demands social change

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 17, 2017
Musicians reflect on district auditions

Musicians reflect on district auditions

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 15, 2017
Culture shock: individuals adapt to surroundings, embrace foreign customs

Culture shock: individuals adapt to surroundings, embrace foreign customs

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 14, 2017
BruCrew flour throwing upsets band

BruCrew flour throwing upsets band

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 13, 2017
A glimpse under the sea

A glimpse under the sea

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 9, 2017
Determination fuels Squellatis decisions

Determination fuels Squellati’s decisions

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 2, 2017
Photo by Maya Bell

‘The Little Mermaid’ musical hopes to immerse audiences

Ann Fitzmaurice
October 28, 2017
cross country

Cross country finishes with a strong regular season

Ann Fitzmaurice
October 15, 2017
Young or old, lovers strength shines through judgment

Young or old, lovers’ strength shines through judgment

Ann Fitzmaurice
May 25, 2017
Photo by Kristine Cho

School doesn’t dictate friends

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 27, 2017
Sophomore sabotage ends with fundraising record

Sophomore sabotage ends with fundraising record

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 18, 2017
Districts, a thing of the past for the music department

Districts, a thing of the past for the music department

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 7, 2017
Photo by Kristine Cho

Childhood legends stick for life, leave lasting impact

Ann Fitzmaurice
April 1, 2017
Social media changes cravings in users

Social media changes cravings in users

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 27, 2017
Lindy Lou, Juror Number 2, a not so exciting tale

‘Lindy Lou, Juror Number 2″, a not so exciting tale

Ann Fitzmaurice
March 4, 2017
RBHS Jazz Band

Jazz band brings home a multitude of awards

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 28, 2017
Anti-Semitic jokes degrade Jewish population

Anti-Semitic jokes degrade Jewish population

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 15, 2017
Photo by Kristine Cho

Inside jokes strengthen friendships

Ann Fitzmaurice
February 2, 2017
Mental health survey allows opportunity for student help

Mental health survey allows opportunity for student help

Ann Fitzmaurice
January 25, 2017
Former emos reflect on phase of self-expression

Former emos reflect on phase of self-expression

Ann Fitzmaurice
January 23, 2017
Photo Illustration by Moy Zhong

Continuous work breaks interrupt obligations

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 29, 2016
Feature Photo by Tyson Jamieson

Aspirants neglect passions out of fear of failure

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 28, 2016
Study hall pushes for more productivity

Study hall pushes for more productivity

Ann Fitzmaurice
December 20, 2016
Sweet Night of Jazz displays entertainment, social opportunity

Sweet Night of Jazz displays entertainment, social opportunity

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 28, 2016
Bedrooms show students true colors

Bedrooms show students true colors

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 21, 2016
Junior Mariah Brady looks at her phone while she prepares to send a tweet. She allows people to view her sporadic personality through her Twitter profile. Photo by Maddy Jones

Confrontation offers best solutions to problems

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 7, 2016
Photo by Abby Blitz

Bruins take third at state championships

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 5, 2016
Photo by Tyson Jamieson

Students utilize RBHS after school hours

Ann Fitzmaurice
November 2, 2016
Bruins reflect on their favorite Halloween memory

Bruins reflect on their favorite Halloween memory

Ann Fitzmaurice
October 27, 2016
Photo by Cassidy Viox

Cell phone usage leads to ADHD

Ann Fitzmaurice
October 18, 2016
Junior Faith Wright returns the serve in a match at the Columbia Tournament Sept. 17 at Bethel Park. The Lady Bruins were able to successfully secure their third consecutive state title on Oct. 13, establishing their dynastic dominance in the lore of RBHS sports. Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Lady Bruins secure history with third consecutive title

Ann Fitzmaurice
October 13, 2016
Money is what makes the world go round. Our lives would be drastically different without it.

Money Buys Happiness

Ann Fitzmaurice
May 25, 2016
Performing arts inspire

Performing arts inspire

Ann Fitzmaurice
May 19, 2016
Black Cone retires, leaves impact

Black Cone retires, leaves impact

Ann Fitzmaurice
May 16, 2016
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