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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
The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

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To teach students healthy practices, CPS must have mental health course

To teach students healthy practices, CPS must have mental health course

Anna Xu
April 14, 2020
CPS changes to Pass/No Credit grading system

CPS changes to Pass/No Credit grading system

Anna Xu
April 6, 2020
Youth vote, media comprehension impact Missouri Primary

Youth vote, media comprehension impact Missouri Primary

Anna Xu
March 23, 2020
CPS suspends school amid COVID-19 concerns

CPS suspends school amid COVID-19 concerns

Anna Xu
March 17, 2020
A Tutorial: How to wash your hands

A Tutorial: How to wash your hands

Anna Xu
March 10, 2020
Can Homecoming Queen Sadia Moumita wash her hands?

Can Homecoming Queen Sadia Moumita wash her hands?

Anna Xu
March 10, 2020
Jimmie Briggs visits CPS, imparts personal stories of journalism career

Jimmie Briggs visits CPS, imparts personal stories of journalism career

Anna Xu
March 6, 2020
Photo by Sophie Eaton

Don’t miss these sights at True False

Anna Xu
March 5, 2020
Sediment flow causes water discoloration

Sediment flow causes water discoloration

Anna Xu
February 27, 2020
Ripping into spirit, king candidates defrost tees

Ripping into spirit, king candidates defrost tees

Anna Xu
February 27, 2020
Senior Jack Buckley poses as Elvis during the Bright City Lights show. Buckley performed a variety of songs from famous pop songs like "Hey, Look Ma I Made It!," to "Jailhouse Rock." Photo by Audrey Snyder

Students collaborate, grow through show choir

Anna Xu
February 24, 2020
A stack of currency chained together and padlocked. Used for any money inference where money is tight or protected.

Sanctions

Anna Xu
February 22, 2020
Bitcoin btc crypto currency coin over a trading chart

Tariffs

Anna Xu
February 22, 2020
Business Team Investment Entrepreneur Trading Concept

NAFTA

Anna Xu
February 22, 2020
Juniors huddle around a chem lab station as they fill out a review packet.

Teachers prepare for SRG

Anna Xu
February 21, 2020
Theater tech classes finalize sets and props for upcoming play

Theater tech classes finalize sets and props for upcoming play

Anna Xu
February 19, 2020
Speech and Debate hosts Rock Bridge Invitational Feb 7-8

Speech and Debate hosts Rock Bridge Invitational Feb 7-8

Anna Xu
February 9, 2020
Two boys' bathrooms shut down

Two boys’ bathrooms shut down

Anna Xu
January 30, 2020
Senior Eryn Puett guard Ozark High School's point guard during the first quarter of the game. Ozark was able to score first but the Bruins quickly retaliated to gain the lead.

Girls’ basketball defeats Ozark 63-40

Anna Xu
January 11, 2020
Affirmative Action

Affirmative Action

Anna Xu
January 10, 2020
Culture of the Decade

Culture of the Decade

Anna Xu
January 7, 2020
Materials delay construction at North and East entrances

Materials delay construction at North and East entrances

Anna Xu
January 6, 2020
Anime Club screens ‘Patema Inverted’ tomorrow

Anime Club screens ‘Patema Inverted’ tomorrow

Anna Xu
December 9, 2019
RBHS Green team faced off against Hickman High School Purple in the Columbia Ukatsu esports Round Robin league tournament Oct. 9.

Esports dominates regular season, prepares for districts tomorrow, Nov 23

Anna Xu
November 22, 2019
Photo by Camryn Devore

RBHS hires 3 building safety, security aids

Anna Xu
November 18, 2019
Young Republicans try to raise $1,000 for veterans

Young Republicans try to raise $1,000 for veterans

Anna Xu
November 7, 2019
Seniors Megan Pullen, Laura Scoville and Emily Ma discuss the controversy over Harvard admissions. The three have been friends through high school and prepare dread leaving each other for college next year. Photo illustration by Allie Pigg

Harvard deemed constitutional, not discriminatory against Asian Americans

Anna Xu
November 4, 2019
See more here: https://issuu.com/weareaverage

Students reflect on relationship with horror

Anna Xu
October 30, 2019
After the win, the Bruins gather in a quick huddle to celebrate their victory. They will play Blair Oaks tonight at home for their last home game of the season. Photo by Anna Xu.

After a senior night win, volleyball takes on Blair Oaks for last home game of season

Anna Xu
October 17, 2019
Veatch

Door decks displayed throughout main hallway

Anna Xu
October 1, 2019
The Lacewings from the Roots N Blues website.

The Lacewings tranquilize a worried heart

Anna Xu
October 1, 2019
The "Bacon on a Stick" food truck from Broadway Brewery saw eager festival-goers. "Try it, it's really good," a customer said. Photo by Anna Xu.

Booths galore

Anna Xu
September 28, 2019

Columbia Art League collaborates with Roots N Blues

Anna Xu
September 28, 2019

5 teachers received Outstanding Host and Cooperating Teacher Awards

Anna Xu
September 27, 2019
Columbia Art Sign by Bailey Stover

7 Grammy-winning artists to come to Roots N Blues

Anna Xu
September 26, 2019
GRINNING: Anna Xu’s grandmother Huang Meiying carries Xu in Knoxville, Tenn., Xu’s place of birth.

Grandparent, dearest

Anna Xu
May 28, 2019
Photos by Allie Pigg, Camryn DeVore, Sophie Eaton, Bailey Stover. Illustrated by Sarah Kuhlmann.

‘Liked,’ not loved

Anna Xu
March 26, 2019
STUDYING UP: Students of third hour Advanced Placement (AP) US History and Language and Composition prepare for the AP test by taking notes regarding World War II March 12. Photo by George Frey

College Board moves AP registration to the fall

Anna Xu
March 24, 2019
Photo by Anna Xu

A snowy chase for the Q

Anna Xu
March 3, 2019
Photo by Anna Xu

Q & A with the director: Hassan Fazili

Anna Xu
March 3, 2019
Photo from truefalse.org.

‘Tanjuska and the 7 Devils’ brings frustration, lacks development

Anna Xu
March 2, 2019
Photo by Anna Xu

Q & A with the director: Nanfu Wang

Anna Xu
March 2, 2019
Photo from truefalse.org

‘One Child Nation’ shows dark perspective of one child policy

Anna Xu
March 2, 2019
Photo from https://truefalse.org/

Q & A with the director: Jeffrey Peixoto

Anna Xu
March 2, 2019
Photo from https://truefalse.org/

‘Over the Rainbow’ provides honest look into Scientology

Anna Xu
March 1, 2019
Illustrated by Moy Zhong.

A pill-popping pandemic

Anna Xu
February 27, 2019
Photo by Anna Xu

Future redistricting affects CPS students

Anna Xu
February 27, 2019
Photo by stokkete

2019-20 class schedule revisions due March 1

Anna Xu
February 26, 2019
NAEP test will take place in the media center Feb. 6 from 9:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m

RBHS to participate in national report card tomorrow, media center closed

Anna Xu
February 5, 2019
Summer school enrollment opens tomorrow; students should sign up fast

Summer school enrollment opens tomorrow; students should sign up fast

Anna Xu
February 4, 2019
AVID coordinator Lisa Holt talks with a student. To pick up an AVID application form, go to her room (249) located in the North Commons or talk to your guidance counselor. Photo by Anna Xu

Students can apply for AVID to learn discipline, other skills

Anna Xu
January 29, 2019
Counselor Douglas Stansberry encourages students who are interested in becoming a mentor or tutor to come speak with him

Juniors, seniors can mentor, tutor freshmen

Anna Xu
January 24, 2019
Junior James Glaser works in physics teacher Malcolm Smith's room during his teacher assistant time. Photo by Anna Xu

Teacher assistant removed as enrollment option

Anna Xu
January 24, 2019
Senior captains Anel Castro and Aubrey Sanders cheer in sync during their routine. Sanders loves the family her team has become. "We have been practicing together since April of last year," Sanders said. "We have had some ups and downs with losing some people, we have persevered. We all know each other’s weaknesses and strengths and we are able to give one another encouragements to keep doing their best in the routine."

Cheer advances to nationals

Anna Xu
December 10, 2018
MiShonda Traver at a polling education office on Nov. 2. Photo by Bailey Stover

Upcoming midterm elections spark calls to vote

Anna Xu
November 2, 2018
"I think that she is legally allowed to say whatever she wants but it's the companies decision to fire her; it's their right to do that." - Ellie Carver-Horner, sophomore

on Megyn Kelly

Anna Xu
October 31, 2018
DUMPED: A custodian of 36 years, Greg Reinkemeyer works to support his children in college. He collects bins twice per day, one after each lunch period. The amount of food waste students produce is appalling, he said. He feels they should be more grateful to their parents who pay for the meal. Photo by Allie Pigg

RBHS looks for solutions to food waste

Anna Xu
October 31, 2018
BLOOD DRIVE: Students cheer on friend to donate blood last year. Photo by Yousef Lel'jayyousi

Student Council to host annual blood drive Oct. 31

Anna Xu
October 30, 2018
BLOOD DRIVE: Students cheer on friend to donate blood last year. Photo by Yousef Lel'jayyousi

StuCo to host annual blood drive Oct. 31

Anna Xu
October 30, 2018
Last year during Ag Day, alpacas were put in a ring as students observed and fed them. Photo by Kai ford

FFA to host Ag Day tomorrow, Oct. 19

Anna Xu
October 18, 2018
Prometheus - Art by Moy Zhong.

Finding the fire

Anna Xu
October 16, 2018
Photo Illustration by Sophie Eaton

Math fosters independent minds

Anna Xu
October 15, 2018
on politics and celebrities

on politics and celebrities

Anna Xu
October 14, 2018
Are you a genius?

Are you a genius?

Anna Xu
October 14, 2018
Students admire door decks created by Freshmen Advisory classes. Photo by Anna Xu.

Door decks display freshmen’s movie spirit

Anna Xu
October 11, 2018
Students walk from the building to the practice fields during the ALICE Drill Oct. 2. Photo by Maya Bell.

Oct. 2 ALICE Drill provokes questions to make drill more realistic

Anna Xu
October 3, 2018
Lisa Geyer and Eryn Puett talk in the Counseling Office

Level changes open in student schedules Sept. 4

Anna Xu
September 4, 2018
RBHS principal Jennifer Rukstad listens to GGO leader Piper Page's thought on how improve the image of RBHS after past incidents.

Club leaders discuss underage drinking at school events

Anna Xu
August 30, 2018
Teacher salary schedules revised for next fall

Teacher salary schedules revised for next fall

Anna Xu
May 21, 2018
Seniors commence long held pranking tradition

Seniors commence long held pranking tradition

Anna Xu
May 14, 2018
Students celebrate Earth Day festivities

Students celebrate Earth Day festivities

Anna Xu
April 24, 2018
on March Madness

on March Madness

Anna Xu
March 23, 2018
Tinker v Des Moines reaches out of modern history

Tinker v Des Moines reaches out of modern history

Anna Xu
January 24, 2018
baking for business by Anna Xu

Business classes bake to learn profit-making strategies

Anna Xu
December 13, 2017
OneNote down

Technicians work to restore OneNote, other applications

Anna Xu
November 1, 2017
Door decorations invade halls during homecoming week

Door decorations invade halls during homecoming week

Anna Xu
October 5, 2017
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