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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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Mental illness shouldnt be self-diagnosed

Mental illness shouldn’t be self-diagnosed

Elad Gov-Ari
May 6, 2018
Doctors overprescribe drugs, feed epidemic

Doctors overprescribe drugs, feed epidemic

Elad Gov-Ari
May 3, 2018
Principal Rukstad seeks way to encourage sobriety

Principal Rukstad seeks way to encourage sobriety

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February 28, 2018
Boys basketball to go up against Rockhurst Hawklets

Boys’ basketball to go up against Rockhurst Hawklets

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February 15, 2018
City Lights raises money for the Childrens Grove in charity benefit

City Lights raises money for the Children’s Grove in charity benefit

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February 1, 2018
Celebrating B.B King

Celebrating B.B King

Elad Gov-Ari
February 1, 2018
Teacher testimonials aim to deter students from substance abuse

Teacher testimonials aim to deter students from substance abuse

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February 1, 2018
Student brings weapon to advisory; no threat made

Student brings weapon to advisory; ‘no threat made’

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January 31, 2018
FCC to vote on net neutrality

FCC to vote on net neutrality

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December 15, 2017
Lady Bruins to take on Spartans

Lady Bruins to take on Spartans

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December 15, 2017
Lady Bruins crush Salem High School in first game of Sullivan Tournament

Lady Bruins crush Salem High School in first game of Sullivan Tournament

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December 12, 2017
Lady Bruins bag exciting victory over Francis Howell

Lady Bruins bag exciting victory over Francis Howell

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December 6, 2017
Fight or flight response creates skewed time perception

Fight or flight response creates skewed time perception

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November 14, 2017
California bill trivializes severity of HIV transmission

California bill trivializes severity of HIV transmission

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October 31, 2017
Drama club to host annual haunted house

Drama club to host annual haunted house

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October 27, 2017
Students should avoid goofing off, give teachers respect

Students should avoid goofing off, give teachers respect

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October 27, 2017
Gary Clark Jr. captivates audience with soulful blues

Gary Clark Jr. captivates audience with soulful blues

Elad Gov-Ari
September 30, 2017
Photo courtesy of Dr. Arturo Echeverri

Tomorrow Come Foundation reaches out to students for donations

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April 27, 2017
RBHS students use loopholes for cell phone use

RBHS students use loopholes for cell phone use

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April 24, 2017
Slam poetry club debuts to students

Slam poetry club debuts to students

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April 11, 2017
Lady Bruins take home heartbreaking loss to Kirkwood Pioneers in double overtime

Lady Bruins take home heartbreaking loss to Kirkwood Pioneers in double overtime

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March 18, 2017
Photo by Cassidy Viox

Lady Bruins take victory in sectionals match up against Lebanon

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March 9, 2017
Heading into postseason: Girls’ basketball junior Makenzie Skrabal practices and competes in order to prepare for postseason competition which begins next month. Photo by Haley Hollis

Lady Bruins beat Jays in a nail-biting tied overtime

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February 9, 2017
Struggling to make it

Struggling to ‘make it’

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February 9, 2017
Show Choir holds annual charity benefit

Show Choir holds annual charity benefit

Elad Gov-Ari
February 1, 2017
Bruins beat Jays despite lack of energy

Bruins beat Jays despite lack of energy

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February 1, 2017
Junior guard Payton McCallister scores a layup in an away game earlier in the season. The Lady Bruins were able to pull off a close win, 53-48, against the Hickman Kewpies on Jan. 25. Photo by Kris Cho

Bruins seal 53-48 victory against Hickman

Elad Gov-Ari
January 25, 2017
Ben cooper dribbles the basketball

Boys basketball blows out Southeast Seminoles

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January 7, 2017
2016 Winter choir concert

2016 Winter choir concert

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December 14, 2016
Lady Bruins cruise to victory against Francis Howell

Lady Bruins cruise to victory against Francis Howell

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December 13, 2016
Photo by Abby Blitz

New proposal to change start date incites discussion

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November 2, 2016
Photo by Sury Rawat

Second annual CACC culinary sale features Thanksgiving menu

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October 26, 2016
Nurse Lisa Griggs gives daily prescriptions to students at RBHS. Griggs is starting her first year as a nurse at RBHS. Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

New nurse appointed to ease workload of health department

Elad Gov-Ari
October 11, 2016
Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Bruins take victory over Smith Cotton on senior night

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October 6, 2016
Clubs enrich each school year

Clubs enrich each school year

Elad Gov-Ari
October 1, 2016
Players huddle during a timeout in the midst of the game against the Hannibal Pirates on the evening of Sept. 29. Despite a bold performance, the team ended up falling to the Pirates in heartbreaking fashion. Photo credit to Elad Gov-Ari

Volleyball continues losing streak after painful loss against Hannibal

Elad Gov-Ari
September 29, 2016
Breakfast of champions

Breakfast of champions

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April 22, 2016
The Childrens Theatre puppet shows will take place in the PAC lobby on Wednesday, April 17. Photo by Lauren Puckett

Annual talent show, Capers, to debut 35th installment tonight

Elad Gov-Ari
April 21, 2016

Rock Bridge Soundboard: Top 50 albums of all time series finale

Elad Gov-Ari
April 11, 2016

Rock Bridge Soundboard: Top 50 albums finale pt.1

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April 7, 2016
Orchestra debuts their spring performance

Orchestra debuts their spring performance

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March 16, 2016
New bill proposes daily pledge of patriotism

New bill proposes daily pledge of patriotism

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March 7, 2016

Rock Bridge Soundboard- Top 50 albums pt. 4

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February 29, 2016

Rock Bridge Soundboard- Top 50 albums pt. 3

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February 26, 2016

Rock Bridge Soundboard- Top 50 albums pt. 2

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February 26, 2016
Oh, mylanta!

Oh, mylanta!

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February 25, 2016
Flowers available for Valentines day

Flowers available for Valentine’s day

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February 10, 2016
CPS discusses bomb threat policy

CPS discusses bomb threat policy

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February 9, 2016
New book club plans for second meeting

New book club plans for second meeting

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February 2, 2016
Junior Alyssa Gibler lays in the snow with her school work.

Post-break laziness hits students hard

Elad Gov-Ari
January 21, 2016
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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January 16, 2016
art by Ana Ramirez

Leaving the den

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December 22, 2015
Photo by Cassi Viox

Pass/fail classes provide helpful alternative to select students

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December 13, 2015
Horticulture holds holiday floral sale

Horticulture holds holiday floral sale

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December 12, 2015
San Bernardino County Sheriff John McMahon, right, comforts dispatcher Michelle Rodriguez during a news conference with the first responders who were at the scene of last weeks fatal shooting at the Inland Regional Center, Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015, in San Bernardino, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

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December 11, 2015
Calling all zombies

Calling all zombies

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December 8, 2015
Chaplain Chuck Bender, right, prays with Michael Davila at a makeshift memorial honoring the victims of Wednesdays shooting rampage, Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, in San Bernardino, Calif. The FBI said Friday it is officially investigating the mass shooting in California as an act of terrorism, while a U.S. law enforcement official said the woman who carried out the attack with her husband had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group and its leader on Facebook. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

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December 4, 2015

Rock Bridge Soundboard

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November 30, 2015

Mission statement on brink of reconstruction

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October 29, 2015
Tyler, Bruins exact revenge in district final

Tyler, Bruins exact revenge in district final

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October 29, 2015
Soccer conquers Jeff City, will play Hickman in district championship

Soccer conquers Jeff City, will play Hickman in district championship

Elad Gov-Ari
October 27, 2015
Career Center benefits provided for all CPS students

Career Center benefits provided for all CPS students

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October 12, 2015

Rock Bridge Sound Board: album extravaganza

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October 12, 2015
photo by Cassi Viox

New faces, familiar places

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September 29, 2015
infographic by Neil Cathro

Stuck between footsteps: Life of a sibling

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May 21, 2015
3 bands play final concert

3 bands play final concert

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May 14, 2015
Wireless chargers: Separating you from the outlet

Wireless chargers: Separating you from the outlet

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March 23, 2015
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