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RBHS students walk through the new CPS weapons detection system to enter school.
Weapon detection systems at Rock Bridge leaves mixed opinions on student body
September 5, 2024
Photo of RBHS graduation cap and gown.
Columbia Public Schools prohibits individualization of attire at graduation, promotes community achievement
May 10, 2024
Ahlam Alamin (10) and Aneesh Calyam (9) run a check-in table during RBHS's annual debate tournament, COMO Classic, on Feb. 2.
RBHS Speech and Debate to hold showcase, aim to raise funds and awareness
May 9, 2024
Photo of Feeding Como flyer. The main event for Feeding Como is May 4, from 12pm-3pm at Bethel Park.
Feeding COMO holds annual potluck, raises awareness for food insecurity
May 3, 2024
Reid Fairlamb (12) practices his solo for the upcoming school musical, "Let it Be," during the April 30. dress rehearsal.
“Let it Be” will debut on opening night May 3 at 7 p.m.
May 2, 2024
Crew Norden (11) bats the ball. RBHS bruins won 4-1 at the baseball game Saturday, April 20.
Bruins Baseball ranks second in the state, April 20
April 23, 2024
Mari Miller (11) dribbles past a Cor Jesu Academy player in the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Saturday, March 16.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball beats Cor Jesu Academy 60-51 in Final Four
March 17, 2024
Malia Chievous (11) quickly runs to the basket against Incarnate Word during the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Friday, March 15.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball falls to Incarnate Word Academy 65-41 in Final Four
March 16, 2024
Squaring up for a three, senior Lexi Butts is looking to score the ball. The game ended in a 74-49 victory for the RBHS bruins over Helias on senior night.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball dominates Helias 74-49
February 24, 2024
Ready to pass the ball, junior Malia Chievous (2) is looking for an open teammate. The RBHS Bruins took a 49-47 victory over the Cardinal Ritter Lions with a buzzer beater on Feb. 15.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball triumphs over Cardinal Ritter Lions 49-47 with buzzer-beating shot
February 17, 2024
The cover of "God Plays His Piano Drone," captured by Ethan Cooksey, highlights the "shoegaze" and "dream pop" feel of the album, released May 17, 2024.
‘God Plays His Piano Drone:’ The start of a young musician’s career
August 21, 2024
Image courtesy of Envato Elements
RBHS seniors reflect on their feelings of preparedness for college
May 8, 2024
Stress, anxiety skyrocket as students prepare for upcoming AP tests
Stress, anxiety skyrocket as students prepare for upcoming AP tests
April 18, 2024
Not even water?
Not even water?
April 10, 2024
School board members discuss the start time proposal, and later vote
How CPS is organized: a guide
April 3, 2024
The cover of "God Plays His Piano Drone," captured by Ethan Cooksey, highlights the "shoegaze" and "dream pop" feel of the album, released May 17, 2024.
‘God Plays His Piano Drone:’ The start of a young musician’s career
August 21, 2024
Photo courtesy of taylorswift.com
The Tortured Poets Department takes fatalistic approach, reflects real life
May 1, 2024
photo courtesy of IMDb.
“Kung Fu Panda 4” adds an entertaining yet predictable film to its franchise
March 9, 2024
Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) in Dune: Part Two. Image courtesy of IMDb
“Dune: Part Two” sees large box office numbers, continues compelling story
March 9, 2024
Photo of the popular Valentine's Day candy conversation hearts. This treat dates back to 1847 and were originally used as throat lozenges. However, by the early 1900's they became a sweet treat to gift to a friend or valentine.
The bloody history of Valentine’s Day, how it morphed into the modern celebration
February 14, 2024
Photo of menstrual products
Metal exposure in tampons exposes the negligence of the menstrual product industry
October 1, 2024
Photo of Chappell Roan at the Gov Ball
The Respect and Demands of a Midwest Princess
September 18, 2024
The entrance to the Rock Bridge baseball and softball complex.
Weighing the Pros and Cons of School and Club Sports
May 22, 2024
Flags in the counselors office, represent college choices in the United States.
Navigating college recruitment first hand
May 20, 2024
Image of Howard-Evans Place prior to its destruction in 1995.
Inadequate district funding metrics perpetuate anti-Blackness, segregation in schools in the Greater St. Louis area
February 28, 2024
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
The entrance to the Rock Bridge baseball and softball complex.
Weighing the Pros and Cons of School and Club Sports
May 22, 2024
Flags in the counselors office, represent college choices in the United States.
Navigating college recruitment first hand
May 20, 2024
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
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 4
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 4
May 9, 2024
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 3
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 3
February 29, 2024
Southpaw cover for Volume 14 Issue 2. Photography by Bailey Blackburn
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 2
February 29, 2024
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
Riley Rolwing (11) and Brennan Scott (10) discuss how they're going to execute the 200m dash.
RBHS Track Team Opener at Battle Gallery
March 19, 2024
Children during March Mathness having a lunch break before doing various activities.
March Mathness Photo Gallery
March 18, 2024
The RBHS Show Choir members strike their final pose concluding their City Lights opening performance on Jan. 11. This pose marks the end of the song Candle in the Wind/Saturday Night by Elton John featuring soloist Reid Fairlamb (11).
RBHS Show Choir premieres City Lights performance on Jan. 11
January 15, 2024
This incredibly tall white light tree stands tall in the Veterans United light display. The light show will run through Dec. 17 from 7-10:30pm each night. Photo by Kaden Rhodes
Veterans United Light Show
December 14, 2023
Emily Blake (11), understudy for Aubrey Reilly (11), Madison Torres (12), Sadie Spiller (11), Evelyn O'Toole (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
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 Bear's 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 driver's 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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10 most anticipated summer movies

10 most anticipated summer movies

Anna Wright
May 11, 2014
Custodial shortage results in added stress for staff

Custodial shortage results in added stress for staff

Anna Wright
May 9, 2014
Freshman John Swift returns a serve against Jefferson City.

Boys tennis dominates the court in Jefferson City

Anna Wright
May 8, 2014
Photo by Bri Arnett

Health Brief: Study shows correlation between young adult fitness and cognition later in life

Anna Wright
May 8, 2014
Health Brief: Coca Cola to remove brominated vegetable oil from products

Health Brief: Coca Cola to remove brominated vegetable oil from products

Anna Wright
May 8, 2014
MaxPreps names Bruin athletics No. 6 in country

MaxPreps names Bruin athletics No. 6 in country

Anna Wright
May 5, 2014
Students participate in unofficial senior skip day

Students participate in unofficial senior skip day

Anna Wright
April 30, 2014
The greatest difference between the scenery of Columbia, Missouri and that of San Diego is the colors. While the buildings of Columbia are shades of grey and white with pops of brick, San Diego is filled with a range of colors and patterns. My friends and I traveled across the city by foot, cab, and bus. We went to Balboa Park and Old Town, where I captured some of the scenic places that help define the atmosphere of San Diego.

San Diego’s Mexican cuisine falls short in authenticity

Anna Wright
April 11, 2014
Mast tightens unsupervised students policy

Mast tightens unsupervised students policy

Anna Wright
April 7, 2014

Highly-anticipated ‘Divergent’ entertains audiences as worthwhile sci-fi thriller

Anna Wright
April 6, 2014
photo by Justin Sutherland

British scientists identify hormone cortisol as initial possible biomarker for depression

Anna Wright
March 30, 2014
photo by Morgan Berk

Stigma prevents adequate treatment of mental illness

Anna Wright
March 26, 2014
Students participate in a Bruin Block activity.

Changes to next year’s schedule reduce frequency of bruin block, include more “like days”

Anna Wright
March 23, 2014
Crossroads presentation educates students about realities of drug abuse

Crossroads presentation educates students about realities of drug abuse

Anna Wright
March 20, 2014
Faculty gear up for Health and Resource fair

Faculty gear up for Health and Resource fair

Anna Wright
March 20, 2014
Bruin Bites food drive gathers nonperishables for students in need

Bruin Bites food drive gathers nonperishables for students in need

Anna Wright
March 20, 2014
photo by Manal Salim

Prom Closet provides students with dresses free of charge

Anna Wright
March 19, 2014
photo by Anna Wright

Tunnels close during lunch periods in attempt to curb trash problem

Anna Wright
March 13, 2014
Global Village 2014

Global Village 2014

Anna Wright
March 7, 2014
A Men's Team Sports class plays flag football on Friday. Physical Education classes such as this one create environments for exercise. Photo by Asa Lory

Health Brief: Teens aren’t meeting federal fitness guidelines

Anna Wright
January 24, 2014
Photo by Maribeth Eiken

Graduation date announced for 2014 senior class

Anna Wright
January 13, 2014
photo by Anna Wright

12 DIYs: Lacy votive candle holders

Anna Wright
December 21, 2013
Photo by Maribeth Eiken

An Ugly Crisis: How the media distort female self-image

Anna Wright
December 20, 2013
photo by Anna Wright

12 DIYs: Peppermint body scrub

Anna Wright
December 20, 2013

Students express support for federal minimum wage increase

Anna Wright
December 20, 2013
Source: twitter.com

Common Application glitches result in added stress for seniors

Anna Wright
November 7, 2013
Trisha Sharp, a witness of the accident and a student at RBHS, explains to Bearing News journalist Anna Wright how she came across the scene of the accident. Sharp was walking to her car when she heard a crash as the car hit the light post.

Passengers injured in car wreck outside RBHS

Anna Wright
November 6, 2013
A student receives an influenza vaccine at the Boone County Department of Health and Human Services, on West Worley St. The district does not provide these shots to RBHS students at school. However, the influenza clinics will travel to all elementary and middle schools in the Columbia Public Schools school district.

DHHS provides free flu shots off-campus

Anna Wright
November 5, 2013
The trumpets perform as part of the Emerald Regiment during the Homecoming assembly

Assemblies will continue using class time

Anna Wright
November 1, 2013
Halloween DIY crafts for decoration, inspiration

Halloween DIY crafts for decoration, inspiration

Anna Wright
October 31, 2013
Lynne Moore, guidance secretary, leaves Friday

Lynne Moore, guidance secretary, leaves Friday

Anna Wright
October 31, 2013
An array of frozen pumpkin pies sit in the CACC Culinary Arts' walk-in freezer. The pie will be offered as a part of both five dollar meal deals tomorrow, available in the commons between 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Culinary Arts students prepare for food sales tomorrow

Anna Wright
October 30, 2013
Custodians Frederick Robinson (right) and Greg Reinkenmeyer (left) clean up trash left behind during students after lunch. Reinkenmeyer said it is important for students to do their part in keeping the building clean and garbage-free.

Recent intercom announcement encourages students to clean up lunch trash

Anna Wright
October 29, 2013
Circled in red are the locations around the school building where recycling receptacles are placed. Teachers are expected to empty their class recycling bins into these receptacles each week.

Faculty implement new recycling procedure

Anna Wright
October 29, 2013
Processed foods contain potentially dangerous ingredients, pathogens

Processed foods contain potentially dangerous ingredients, pathogens

Anna Wright
October 24, 2013
Art by Maddy Meuller

Closed campus lunch proves smothering to underclassmen

Anna Wright
October 2, 2013
The Rock Bridge Varsity Cheerleaders raise senior Kayla Cooper up during a practice.

Varsity cheerleaders place second at state competition

Anna Wright
September 16, 2013
Encounters with homeless provide reflective questions

Encounters with homeless provide reflective questions

Anna Wright
May 27, 2013
Sophomore Matt Echelmeier tees off during Thursday's match at Old Hawthorne Golf Course. Photo by Patrick Smith

Boy’s Golf prevails at Old Hawthorne

Anna Wright
April 26, 2013
Photo by Maddy Jones

Preschool offers kids opportunity to improve learning

Anna Wright
April 19, 2013
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

‘Twitter-famous’ teen harnesses personal humor

Anna Wright
March 7, 2013
A True/False structure stands in Missouri Theater. Photo by Blake Becker

‘Reality Bites’ illustrates flavor of Columbia

Anna Wright
March 2, 2013
'Campfire stories' reveal documentary secrets

‘Campfire stories’ reveal documentary secrets

Anna Wright
March 2, 2013
photo illustration by Paige Kiehl

Teens underestimate dangers of risky behavior

Anna Wright
February 28, 2013

Awkward moment causes epiphany

Anna Wright
February 13, 2013
Feature photo by Asa Lory

Hollywood rumors shed light on relationship abuse

Anna Wright
January 11, 2013
infographic by Maria Kalaitzandonakes

SEC switch alters competition, athletes

Anna Wright
December 21, 2012
Everyone Eats offers Thanksgiving meal to less fortunate

Everyone Eats offers Thanksgiving meal to less fortunate

Anna Wright
November 16, 2012
The spectrum of recent presidents on the political scale. Art by Hyelee Won

Election 2012: A Mind Divided

Anna Wright
October 30, 2012

Food porn glamorizes gluttony

Anna Wright
October 23, 2012

Avett Brothers dazzle crowd with performance

Anna Wright
September 30, 2012
Bad boys, bad boys. What's a girl to do?

Bad boys, bad boys. What’s a girl to do?

Anna Wright
September 11, 2012

Teenager battles inner desire to taste perfection

Anna Wright
May 25, 2012
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