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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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Boys golf gives valiant effort, comes up short

Boys golf gives valiant effort, comes up short

Atreyo Ghosh
April 23, 2013
A group of cyclists take a short break near the Big Tree. photo by Asa Lory

Missouri champion tree stands tall as local landmark

Atreyo Ghosh
April 21, 2013
Assistant Principal Dr. Lisa Nieuwenhuizen. Photo by Asa Lory

Assistant principal becomes published author

Atreyo Ghosh
April 18, 2013
Student View: Patenting Genes

Student View: Patenting Genes

Atreyo Ghosh
April 17, 2013
The Farmers Market re-opens

The Farmers’ Market re-opens

Atreyo Ghosh
April 5, 2013
Maus steps down as principal

Maus steps down as principal

Atreyo Ghosh
April 5, 2013
Bruin Block passes, senior mentor roles to change

Bruin Block passes, senior mentor roles to change

Atreyo Ghosh
March 14, 2013
Advisory Coordinator Melissa Coil moderates the quiz bowl event for the Advisory Olympics from earlier this year. Photo by Morgan Nuetzmann

Teachers to vote on Bruin Block proposal

Atreyo Ghosh
March 11, 2013
A new bill proposes stores would remain closed for the day after Thanksgiving, commonly known as Black Friday. The bill aims to encourage people to spend more time with family and friends. Photo provided by Alyssa Sykuta

Bill suggests changes to Thanksgiving plans

Atreyo Ghosh
March 7, 2013
As a result of the latest winter storm, many students have no power or internet access. Photo by Daphne Yu

Winter storm causes power outages

Atreyo Ghosh
February 26, 2013
Coach Stephanie Harman and assistant coach Barry Still hold the overall 2nd place trophy that the RBHS Green team won today. Photo by Atreyo Ghosh

Science Olympiad team places second

Atreyo Ghosh
February 16, 2013
Wrestling loses to Jays in devastating match

Wrestling loses to Jays in devastating match

Atreyo Ghosh
February 5, 2013

‘Gangster Squad’ surprises with relative realism

Atreyo Ghosh
January 15, 2013
Show Choir is one of the activities that the takes place before school and would be affected by earlier start times. Photo by Daphne Yu

CPS hits the mark with new start times proposal

Atreyo Ghosh
January 11, 2013
In their old house, Atreyo and his father and sister take a picture, which has since weathered the ages. Photo supplied by Atreyo Ghosh

Senior reflects on lost time

Atreyo Ghosh
December 24, 2012
Is it the End of the World as we know it?

Is it the End of the World as we know it?

Atreyo Ghosh
December 21, 2012
Main Uddin Khandaker accused the owner of the Tazreen factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Delwar Hossain, of severe negligence. Though there is no evidence of arson, Khandaker plans to reccommend action against Hossain. Photo used with permission from Associate Press

Sabotage results in factory fire

Atreyo Ghosh
December 21, 2012
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni commented Monday, Dec. 17 for the first time on the countrys Anti-Homosexuality Bill. Photo used with permission from Associated Press

Ugandan president comments on controversial legislation

Atreyo Ghosh
December 21, 2012

‘Assassin’s Creed III’ finishes series strong

Atreyo Ghosh
December 4, 2012
Atreyo Ghosh, Raj Satpathy, Nidhi Khurana and Katelyn Race stand by their poster presentations. Professors from the University of Notre Dame judged the posters hours after the competitors set them up. In the evening, the regional finalists presented their posters to visitors and judges alike. Photo used with permission by Tushar Ghosh

Students travel to Indiana for Siemens Competition

Atreyo Ghosh
November 12, 2012
Wreck-It Ralph exceeds expectations

‘Wreck-It Ralph’ exceeds expectations

Atreyo Ghosh
November 5, 2012
Art by Richard Sapp

One person has power to change the world

Atreyo Ghosh
October 31, 2012
Standing at the booth, juniors Randy Hildebrand and Elena Tucker vote for their favorite candidate in the mock election. The booth was set up to get more people involved in political events.

Students vote for president in the main commons

Atreyo Ghosh
October 30, 2012
Teachers with children at RBHS have diverse experiences

Teachers with children at RBHS have diverse experiences

Atreyo Ghosh
October 22, 2012
Second Presidential Debate live chat

Second Presidential Debate live chat

Atreyo Ghosh
October 16, 2012
Vice Presidential Debate live chat

Vice Presidential Debate live chat

Atreyo Ghosh
October 11, 2012
Teachers, parents, district administrators and students arrive at the Stony Creek Inn for the World Cafe. Those who attended watched a PowerPoint, presented by superintendent Dr. Chris Belcher, on the reasons to change existing times and policies. Photo by Atreyo Ghosh

District discusses new transportation system, changes in school starting times

Atreyo Ghosh
October 10, 2012
Senior Christina Young. Photo by Patrick Smith

Meet homecoming queen candidate Christina Young

Atreyo Ghosh
October 2, 2012
Meet homecoming queen candidate Morgan Widhalm

Meet homecoming queen candidate Morgan Widhalm

Atreyo Ghosh
October 2, 2012
Meet homecoming queen candidate Leia Tarbox

Meet homecoming queen candidate Leia Tarbox

Atreyo Ghosh
October 2, 2012
Meet homecoming queen candidate Annie Rumpf

Meet homecoming queen candidate Annie Rumpf

Atreyo Ghosh
October 2, 2012

Black Mesa: Source achieves goal

Atreyo Ghosh
October 2, 2012
My eyes are up here

My eyes are up here

Atreyo Ghosh
October 2, 2012

Interclub Council meets for first time

Atreyo Ghosh
September 20, 2012

ALICE aims to promote general safety

Atreyo Ghosh
September 20, 2012

Students audition for district choir

Atreyo Ghosh
September 16, 2012
Girls golf team hangs onto undefeated title

Girls golf team hangs onto undefeated title

Atreyo Ghosh
September 5, 2012
Student Council chooses Bruin Bear

Student Council chooses Bruin Bear

Atreyo Ghosh
August 28, 2012
Bands deliver more than musical knowledge

Bands deliver more than musical knowledge

Atreyo Ghosh
January 7, 2012

Sophomore explains Advisory Olympics

Atreyo Ghosh
December 2, 2011
Superpowers activate: Senior Kenzie Jacoby holds fire as part of an honors chemistry combustion reaction experiment. District officials scrapped the lab for 2012 due to liability issues. This photo was retrieved with permission from Flashback 2011.

Popular chemistry lab deemed unsafe

Atreyo Ghosh
October 28, 2011
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