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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
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
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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Religious graduation events foster community, reinforce Islamic principles

Religious graduation events foster community, reinforce Islamic principles

Ashleigh Atasoy
June 2, 2014

Girls soccer drops tough match against Cor Jesu

Ashleigh Atasoy
May 10, 2014
Senior AP art students complete 24 art pieces for graduation

Senior AP art students complete 24 art pieces for graduation

Ashleigh Atasoy
April 25, 2014
Linzer tart cookie perfect for tea parties

Linzer tart cookie perfect for tea parties

Ashleigh Atasoy
April 23, 2014
EEE Internship class presents final posters on internships

EEE Internship class presents final posters on internships

Ashleigh Atasoy
April 21, 2014
Bond issue would fund stadium improvements

Bond issue would fund stadium improvements

Ashleigh Atasoy
April 7, 2014
photo by Justin Sutherland

Coffee’s dark side: the dangers of caffeine

Ashleigh Atasoy
April 1, 2014
Personal portobella pizza makes for a great snack

Personal portobella pizza makes for a great snack

Ashleigh Atasoy
March 21, 2014
Bill Nye to come to Columbia

Bill Nye to come to Columbia

Ashleigh Atasoy
March 14, 2014
DIY: Apple Cinnamon Pie-Cake

DIY: Apple Cinnamon Pie-Cake

Ashleigh Atasoy
February 25, 2014
Planning for the future: Gifted coordinator Kathryn Fishman-Weaver, Jake Giessman and former Advanced Seminar and Investigations teacher Marylin Toalson talk amongst themselves Feb. 15. The Advanced Seminar allows students to explore possible careers through internships.

Gifted Program sends students to 2014 GAM Day at the Missouri capital

Ashleigh Atasoy
February 24, 2014
Redbox Reviews: The Butler

Redbox Reviews: ‘The Butler’

Ashleigh Atasoy
February 23, 2014
Redbox Review: Jobs

Redbox Review: ‘Jobs’

Ashleigh Atasoy
February 22, 2014
12 DIYs: White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

12 DIYs: White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

Ashleigh Atasoy
December 17, 2013
12 DIYs: Triple chocolate peanut butter cookies

12 DIYs: Triple chocolate peanut butter cookies

Ashleigh Atasoy
December 16, 2013
Finished cookies. Time to eat!

12 DIYs: Holly Jolly Christmas sprinkled Spritz cookies

Ashleigh Atasoy
December 14, 2013
RBHS Concert Choir to sing at Jacks Gourmet Restaurant

RBHS Concert Choir to sing at Jack’s Gourmet Restaurant

Ashleigh Atasoy
December 6, 2013
Student View: Was JFKs assassination a conspiracy?

Student View: Was JFK’s assassination a conspiracy?

Ashleigh Atasoy
November 22, 2013
5 JFK articles every American should read

5 JFK articles every American should read

Ashleigh Atasoy
November 22, 2013
The Honor Flight Logo, taken from the organisations official website. Used under the Fair Use Doctrine.

Honor Flight fundraising competition hopes to instill values in students

Ashleigh Atasoy
November 18, 2013
The Honor Flight Logo, taken from the organisations official website. Used under the Fair Use Doctrine.

Student View: Honor Flight Fundraising Competition

Ashleigh Atasoy
November 18, 2013
Colonel Renata Williams handcuffs Betty Quick, a suspect in this investigation, and takes her into custody for further questioning and investigation.

RBHS team places first in District Constitution Project, advances to state

Ashleigh Atasoy
November 14, 2013
Reign deviates from norm with outstanding plot

‘Reign’ deviates from norm with outstanding plot

Ashleigh Atasoy
November 11, 2013
Last Artrageous Friday of the year provides outlet for students

Last Artrageous Friday of the year provides outlet for students

Ashleigh Atasoy
October 11, 2013
The stage is set for RBHSs first debate tournament in years.

Debate team hosts first tourney in more than 20 years

Ashleigh Atasoy
October 11, 2013

Lumineers perform in St. Louis, continue worldwide tour

Ashleigh Atasoy
October 7, 2013

Girls golf places third at Capital City Tournament

Ashleigh Atasoy
September 30, 2013
Kings of Summer uses simple, yet intriguing film tactics

‘Kings of Summer’ uses simple, yet intriguing film tactics

Ashleigh Atasoy
August 18, 2013
ACT to offer online alternative in the spring of 2015

ACT to offer online alternative in the spring of 2015

Ashleigh Atasoy
May 24, 2013
US News and World Report ranked RBHS as the eighth best school in the state of Missouri. Photo by Patrick Smith

RBHS ranks eighth best in Missouri

Ashleigh Atasoy
April 25, 2013
Much of the newly proposed science wing. Photo by Asa Lory

Computer labs face change, conversions

Ashleigh Atasoy
April 24, 2013
Earth Day is April 22. Photo by George Sarafianos

Columbians celebrate Earth Day

Ashleigh Atasoy
April 22, 2013
Image used under fair use doctrine

‘The Host’ proves powerful with spectacular plot

Ashleigh Atasoy
April 9, 2013
Image used under fair use doctrine

‘Oz the Great and Powerful’ lacks enthralling story

Ashleigh Atasoy
March 13, 2013
Columbia hosts first NEDA walk Saturday

Columbia hosts first NEDA walk Saturday

Ashleigh Atasoy
March 12, 2013
Movie-goers line up outside the True/False box office just hours after it opened Feb. 28. The documentary film festival will run through the weekend. Photo by Maria Kalaitzandonakes

True/False Film Fest kicks off in Columbia

Ashleigh Atasoy
February 28, 2013
Mustard Seed draws in customers with their attractive, colorful sign outside the store. Photo by Patrick Smith

Fair Trade aims to help individuals abroad

Ashleigh Atasoy
January 15, 2013
Nightly Drain: One of the drains found downtown shows water flowing into the sewer. These paintings remind citizens to not throw trash into the storm drains and to think twice about how their actions affect the environment. Photo by Asa Lory

Drain art advocates being green

Ashleigh Atasoy
December 11, 2012
Cookies for cash: Senior Rasheeq Nizam bakes cookies with a Russell Elementary student at the Intersection in preparation for today’s bake sale to sponsor RBHS teams for a dodgeball fundraiser next month. RBRO volunteers at the Intersection Monday through Friday. Photo by Aniqa Rahman

Volunteers engage local kids at Intersection

Ashleigh Atasoy
November 21, 2012
Lardizal sports a spirit hood in the shape of a bear, with a paint-splattered tee shirt. Photo by Ashleigh Atasoy.

Style of the Week: Jaynell Lardizabal

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November 14, 2012
Teens showcase Halloween costumes

Teens showcase Halloween costumes

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October 31, 2012
Style of the Week: Jesse LaFond

Style of the Week: Jesse LaFond

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October 30, 2012
Ingrid Michaelson continues fall acoustic tour at the Blue Note

Ingrid Michaelson continues fall acoustic tour at the Blue Note

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October 4, 2012
Joe Lovano Us Five flies more than 7,000 miles to perform

Joe Lovano Us Five flies more than 7,000 miles to perform

Ashleigh Atasoy
September 22, 2012

The Flood Brothers’ music creates dancing scene in Flat Branch Park

Ashleigh Atasoy
September 22, 2012
Golf crushes Kewpies, breaks school record

Golf crushes Kewpies, breaks school record

Ashleigh Atasoy
August 27, 2012

Organic markets spark debate, controversies (photo of farmers market, getting)

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May 10, 2012
True/False Film Festival sells all-time high

True/False Film Festival sells all-time high

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March 6, 2012
Student Coalition met to discuss school improvements

Student Coalition met to discuss school improvements

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January 31, 2012

JV girls basketball grab win over Kewps

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January 25, 2012
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