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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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Senior guard Charles Wilson looks for someone to pass too after picking up his dribble in the corner of the court. Photo by Camryn DeVore.

Bruins win district championship for fourth year in a row

Camryn DeVore
March 7, 2020
The Bruins lift their District championship trophy in the air after being awarded it from a MSHAA representative. Photo by Camryn DeVore.

Girls’ basketball defeats JCHS to secure district title

Camryn DeVore
March 7, 2020
Leaping towards the basket, senior guard Charles Wilson gets the ball shoved out of his hands. Wilson would get the foul call and go on to make both his free throws. Photo by Camryn DeVore.

Adding to their winning streak, Bruins defeat SCHS in district semifinals

Camryn DeVore
March 6, 2020
Reaching towards the net, Brody displayed her athleticism by jumping over two HHS defenders in an effort to score. Photo by Camryn DeVore.

Girls’ basketball district run starts with win over Hickman High School

Camryn DeVore
March 5, 2020
Sophomore KK Brody stuffs a shot from the crusaders center. Brody has proven to be a offensive and defensive asset to the Bruins this season. Photo by Camryn DeVore.

Final regular season game, team celebrates seniors

Camryn DeVore
March 2, 2020
Senior guard Charles Wilson blows past a Helias Defender in the fourth quarter of the game. Wilson has become a key part of the Bruins offense in the past year.

Boys’ basketball celebrates seniors, takes on Crusaders

Camryn DeVore
March 1, 2020
Country vs. City spirit day

Country vs. City spirit day

Camryn DeVore
February 25, 2020
Bet Menen, junior

Bet Menen, junior

Camryn DeVore
February 25, 2020
The varsity girls' basketball game stands for the national anthem at their pink-out game Wednesday, Feb. 19. Following the national anthem, the announcer asked those who had either had cancer to were currently battling cancer to continue to stand. Photo by Ana Manzano.

Bruins take down MCA during annual pink out game

Camryn DeVore
February 20, 2020
Oluwafunminiyi Ogungbade, senior

Oluwafunminiyi Ogungbade, senior

Camryn DeVore
February 11, 2020
RBHS Recruits: Episode 1 "Will Norris"

RBHS Recruits: Episode 1 “Will Norris”

Camryn DeVore
January 24, 2020
Relax, unwind with this music blend

Relax, unwind with this music blend

Camryn DeVore
January 15, 2020
An eye opener: Senior Daphneé Brown pokes her head out of the milky bath to gaze into the camera. The glistening blue of her eyes was in clear contrast with the muted reds, whites and greens in her surroundings. Photo by Camryn DeVore.

Minimalism brings unobtrusive beauty

Camryn DeVore
December 21, 2019
Exploring querencia through the day

Exploring querencia through the day

Camryn DeVore
November 22, 2019
Junior center-fielder Maddie Snider rounds third base during the BSS game. Snider was one of the only two runs scored by the Bruins during this game. Photo by Maddie Murphy

Softball makes historic run to finish third at state

Camryn DeVore
November 4, 2019
Ella Schouten pitches to Battle High School Oct. 18. Photo by Ana Manzano.

Softball makes history, goes to final 4 tomorrow

Camryn DeVore
October 31, 2019
Memories bring creative inspiration

Memories bring creative inspiration

Camryn DeVore
October 18, 2019
Freshman running Joel Kisabo back found himself in the game during the fourth quarter. Kisabo carried the ball for a six-yard gain.

RBHS dominates Smith-Cotton, celebrates seniors

Camryn DeVore
October 13, 2019
Striving to pose naturally

Striving to pose naturally

Camryn DeVore
September 23, 2019
Light: Camryn DeVore

Light: Camryn DeVore

Camryn DeVore
April 23, 2019
Head coach Justin Towe talks to junior Spencer Nivens about his batting approach. Nivens was next to bat and received a few words of advice before stepping in the box.

RBHS defeats SDHS in close call

Camryn DeVore
April 16, 2019
Reflection: Camryn DeVore

Reflection: Camryn DeVore

Camryn DeVore
March 18, 2019
The Lady Bruins hold the district trophy up in a joyous celebration after defeating BHS (45-30).

Lady Bruins win basketball district championship over Belton

Camryn DeVore
March 2, 2019
Find your passion: Camryn DeVore

Find your passion: Camryn DeVore

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February 21, 2019
Girls basketball wins over HHS in tight game

Girls basketball wins over HHS in tight game

Camryn DeVore
January 26, 2019
Freshmen Preston Rodriguez cheers on his brother from the side line. Older brother Aydin Rodriguez has been on the wrestling team since his freshmen year and now his brother may be following in his footsteps.

RBHS wrestling falls to rival HHS

Camryn DeVore
January 5, 2019
Survival guide to study locations in town

Survival guide to study locations in town

Camryn DeVore
December 15, 2018
Battling burnout

Battling burnout

Camryn DeVore
December 15, 2018
Houston Texans Vs. New York Giants

on the National day of Mourning for George H. W. Bush

Camryn DeVore
December 5, 2018
Shooting sports comfortably

Shooting sports comfortably

Camryn DeVore
November 21, 2018
Photo by George Frey

on Halloween favorites

Camryn DeVore
October 31, 2018
During the second half of the game v. FZS sophomore Jeremiah Johnson passes the ball off in hopes of a second goal. Jeremiah played a key offensive piece during last nights game. He was able to move the ball, and helped the Bruins stay on the offensive.

RBHS defeats Ft. Zumwalt South in dropping temperatures

Camryn DeVore
October 16, 2018
Sophomore Izzy Dennis shares a moment with junior Maddie Marrero as they attend their last team dinner of the season for RB softball. Photo by Camryn DeVore.

Unspoken commitments

Camryn DeVore
October 7, 2018
In the Moment

In the Moment

Camryn DeVore
October 1, 2018
Photo by Camryn Devore

RBHS defeats Hickman in Providence Bowl

Camryn DeVore
September 22, 2018
Robert Wagner raises his flag before going about his daily chores. Photo by Camryn DeVore.

Bowling my way to Vietnam

Camryn DeVore
September 14, 2018
Second semester sophomore syndrome

Second semester sophomore syndrome

Camryn DeVore
April 1, 2018
Celebrating Henrietta Lacks

Celebrating Henrietta Lacks

Camryn DeVore
February 22, 2018
... about the most popular memes?

… about the most popular memes?

Camryn DeVore
February 20, 2018
Out of Line: Improvement is key

Out of Line: Improvement is key

Camryn DeVore
February 4, 2018
... about Groundhog Day?

… about Groundhog Day?

Camryn DeVore
February 2, 2018
...on everything Super Bowl related?

…on everything Super Bowl related?

Camryn DeVore
January 31, 2018
Photo by Siena

…about which song should win ‘Record of the Year’?

Camryn DeVore
January 29, 2018
...about the best Netflix show of 2017?

…about the best Netflix show of 2017?

Camryn DeVore
January 29, 2018
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on sexual harassment

Camryn DeVore
January 23, 2018
Out of Line: Finding your inspiration in others

Out of Line: Finding your inspiration in others

Camryn DeVore
January 3, 2018
Out of Line: Holiday lights

Out of Line: Holiday lights

Camryn DeVore
December 25, 2017
Out of Line: The clock's ticking—time for a challenge.

Out of Line: The clock’s ticking—time for a challenge.

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December 3, 2017
Freshman William Wagner

Out of Line: Smokey nights

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November 15, 2017
Out of Line: Behind the scenes

Out of Line: Behind the scenes

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October 30, 2017
Photo by Camryn DeVore

Out of Line: A touch of light and dark

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October 16, 2017
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