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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 18, 2024
Students gather on the courtwarming dance floor.
Behind the scenes: StuCo plans school dances
March 21, 2025
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
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 10, 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 15 Issue 2
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 2
January 27, 2025
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 1
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 1
January 27, 2025
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
CPS Debate captains Aditi Patel (12) and Avery Johnson (12) smile on stage while presenting awards. The awards ceremony concluded COMO Classic, which ran from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1.
COMO Classic Debate Tournament Photo Gallery
February 13, 2025
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
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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The RBHS Booster Club, which annually hosts the For the Love of the Game auction and dinner, raised enough money in the past 10 years to renovate and expand the weight room. Celebrating their decade mark, For the Love of the Game hopes to reach a milestone of one million dollars in revenue to help fund Columbia Public Schools’ purchase of new weights.

Students use weight training to reach fitness goals

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2018
College provides unique experience for all

College provides unique experience for all

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2018
Dani Barnes, Ethan Hayes and Ben Cooper in Algebra 2 Honor, on April 5th.

CPS considers dual credit options for high school students

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2018
Photo by Kai Ford

House Bill proposes arming professors

Faaris Khan
March 22, 2018
Bruins grasp victory in final minute of quarterfinal game

Bruins grasp victory in final minute of quarterfinal game

Faaris Khan
March 12, 2018
boy's basketball

Bruins win sectionals, advance to quarterfinals

Faaris Khan
March 9, 2018
Lady Bruins fall to Blue Springs in district championship

Lady Bruins fall to Blue Springs in district championship

Faaris Khan
March 2, 2018
Valentine's Day creates teenage pressures

Valentine’s Day creates teenage pressures

Faaris Khan
February 15, 2018
Celebrating Norman Lewis

Celebrating Norman Lewis

Faaris Khan
February 10, 2018
Girls' swimming starts in Independence meet

Girls’ swimming starts in Independence meet

Faaris Khan
December 14, 2017
Photo by Paige Kiehl

on public figures accused of harassment

Faaris Khan
November 17, 2017
Got issues? Just blame Obama

Got issues? Just blame Obama

Faaris Khan
November 1, 2017
Feature photo by Maya Bell

Failure incites self-reflection

Faaris Khan
October 2, 2017
Americans debate preserving confederate monuments

Americans debate preserving confederate monuments

Faaris Khan
September 28, 2017
Humanitarian organizations provide relief, assistance to disaster victims

Humanitarian organizations provide relief, assistance to disaster victims

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2017
Junior Seth Covert evades a defender in the lacrosse team's second game of the season vs. Fort Zumwalt on March 18. Despite efforts from the Bruins, Fort Zumwalt emerged victorious with a 13-8 win. Photo by Cassi Viox

Lacrosse team begins push for playoffs

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2017
Lady Bruins compete in St. Dominic Tournament

Lady Bruins compete in St. Dominic Tournament

Faaris Khan
April 28, 2017
Photo credit to Lee Jin-man / AP

Michael Phelps’ legacy sparks inspiration

Faaris Khan
April 27, 2017
Precrastination: the opposite of procrastination

Precrastination: the opposite of procrastination

Faaris Khan
April 24, 2017
Lady Bruins snatch victory in penalties against Pleasant Hill

Lady Bruins snatch victory in penalties against Pleasant Hill

Faaris Khan
April 21, 2017
Boys golf hopes to continue early season success

Boys golf hopes to continue early season success

Faaris Khan
April 20, 2017
Baseball faces rivals in Classic

Baseball faces rivals in Classic

Faaris Khan
April 7, 2017
Junior guard Payton McCallister leaps for a layup in a game earlier in the season. Photo by Ty Jamieson

Lady Bruins cruise to district championship

Faaris Khan
March 4, 2017
Ben cooper dribbles the basketball

Bruins blow out Blue Springs 81-46 in district championship

Faaris Khan
March 4, 2017
Sophomore Mariah Blackburn stands next to art pieces at the 12th Annual High School Art Competition and Exhibition, hosted by Columbia College. Blackburn was one of a group of RBHS students who earned prizes for their pieces, taking home first in Paintings.

Bruins shine at high school art competition, exhibition

Faaris Khan
January 22, 2017
Sleep paralysis first appears in the teen years and occurs most frequently in the 20s and 30s. It is also a symptom of narcolepsy. (Source: sleepeducation.org)

Sleep paralysis prohibits tranquil slumber

Faaris Khan
December 30, 2016
RBHS soccer players meet with fellow students after triumphing against Ozark High School on Nov. 5 in the state quarterfinal matchup. Behind head coach Wittenborn, the Bruins are hoping for a stellar performance in the Final Four matchup against Rockhurst on Oct. 11. Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Bruins ride talent, experience to state tournament

Faaris Khan
November 10, 2016
Players watch as the ball flies into the back of the opponent's net in a game against Smith-Cotton on Oct. 6. After facing the district rival in the district championship game, RBHS emerged victorious after dominating in penalty kicks. Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Bruins win district championship in penalty kicks

Faaris Khan
October 27, 2016
RBHS cross country aims to succeed in state meet

RBHS cross country aims to succeed in state meet

Faaris Khan
October 27, 2016
Sophomore running back Nate Peat (15) sprints to score a touchdown at the homecoming game against the Helias Catholic Crusaders on Sept. 30. The Bruins fell to St. Louis University High (SLUH) in a lopsided 45-7 blowout loss on Oct. 8, the sixth of the season for RBHS. Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

SLUH dominates in 45-7 blowout loss for RBHS football

Faaris Khan
October 8, 2016
Drew Stanowski, #11, Senior midfielder Drew Stanowski kicks the ball in a game with intentions to hit the back of the net in a game. Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Klein propels boys’ soccer yet again in double overtime thriller

Faaris Khan
October 5, 2016
Photo credit to Lee Jin-man / AP

2016 Rio Olympic Games leave lasting impact

Faaris Khan
October 3, 2016
Sophomore Abby Green prepares to serve the ball against the Jefferson City Jays. The Bruins went on to win the game 2-0. RBHS looks to hold their own in tonight’s match against the Helias Catholic Crusaders. Photo Credit to Abby Blitz

Volleyball strives to find spark for success against Helias

Faaris Khan
September 22, 2016
Junior Katherine Dudley serves the ball at the Mid-Missouri Duals on Aug. 26. The Lady Bruins are looking to clinch a third consecutive championship this season, the first since 1984. Photo Credit to Kristine Cho

Girls’ tennis seeks Bruin history with third title

Faaris Khan
September 22, 2016
New battery could revolutionize technology

New battery could revolutionize technology

Faaris Khan
May 1, 2016
Sophomore Joe Barbee races to third base during Rock Bridge's April 25 against Kirksville. Photo by Asa Lory

Boys’ baseball falls to 21-6 after tough loss against Staley

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2016
Beyoncé’s ‘Lemonade’ evokes unique music with powerful message

Beyoncé’s ‘Lemonade’ evokes unique music with powerful message

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2016
‘Never Enders’ combines country music with a slight hint of pop

‘Never Enders’ combines country music with a slight hint of pop

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2016
'Luck or Magic' produces pleasant surprise

‘Luck or Magic’ produces pleasant surprise

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2016
‘The Impossible Kid’ marks personal release for Aesop Rock

‘The Impossible Kid’ marks personal release for Aesop Rock

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2016
Kesha returns with remake of ‘True Colors’

Kesha returns with remake of ‘True Colors’

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2016
Keeping an eye on the ball: The Bruins baseball team competed against Christian Brothers College High School JV team (9-2) and Varsity (16-6) last Wednesday. Junior David Plain readies his stance for a pitch. The Bruins JV team won 7-1. Photo by Patrick Smith

Boys’ baseball clinches win against St. Dominic at home

Faaris Khan
April 30, 2016
A RBHS swimmer prepares for a race at the MU Aquatic Center earlier this year. Swimming's Last Chance meet and the state championships are today. Photo by Erin Kleekamp

Path to professional sports is one bumpy ride

Faaris Khan
April 28, 2016
Mud Volleyball registration due today

Mud Volleyball registration due today

Faaris Khan
April 27, 2016
Boys’ tennis earns second place title in Tournament of Champions

Boys’ tennis earns second place title in Tournament of Champions

Faaris Khan
April 23, 2016
Boys' tennis throttles Hickman in blowout victory

Boys’ tennis throttles Hickman in blowout victory

Faaris Khan
April 21, 2016
Gov. Nixon to visit campus tomorrow

Gov. Nixon to visit campus tomorrow

Faaris Khan
April 14, 2016
Baseball throttles Boonville, continues regular season success

Baseball throttles Boonville, continues regular season success

Faaris Khan
April 12, 2016
Tracy McGrady picks up Muggsy Bogues at the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game at Ricoh Coliseum on Friday, February 12, 2016, in Toronto, ON. (Photo by Ryan Emberley/Invision/AP)

Toronto’s first All-Star weekend dazzles from start to finish

Faaris Khan
February 17, 2016
photo by Erin Kleekamp

Super Bowl ads incorporate unique, attention-grabbing marketing strategies

Faaris Khan
February 7, 2016
Boys' basketball falls short, takes second at Union Tournament

Boys’ basketball falls short, takes second at Union Tournament

Faaris Khan
February 1, 2016
Trio of freshmen add spark of youth to RBHS boys' basketball

Trio of freshmen add spark of youth to RBHS boys’ basketball

Faaris Khan
February 1, 2016
'Kung Fu Panda 3' kicks butt

‘Kung Fu Panda 3’ kicks butt

Faaris Khan
January 31, 2016

NAACP to award Concerned Student 1950

Faaris Khan
January 21, 2016
Girls’ basketball conquers Blue Jays 47-42, improves to 5-4

Girls’ basketball conquers Blue Jays 47-42, improves to 5-4

Faaris Khan
December 31, 2015
Senior Ellynn Nickens-Hill (#12) goes in for a layup in a game against Battle HS Dec. 10. The JV Lady Bruins won 43-35, bringing home their second win of the season.

Girls’ basketball falls in first game of Pink & White Lady Classic

Faaris Khan
December 29, 2015
Feature photo illustration by Cassi Viox

How to get fit and healthy this winter

Faaris Khan
December 24, 2015
Yesterday at 6 pm, RBHS Boys Basketball played host to Holt. Within the first six minutes of the first quarter, the Bruins managed to take a 13 point lead by a 14-1 score.

Boys’ basketball falls to 4-2 after defeat at Avila University

Faaris Khan
December 20, 2015
“I don’t agree with that, because I feel that even if you are 16, there’s still problems that can happen. You can still have problems at any age, so I feel like as long as you’re mature enough and you can handle it then you can [use the internet at that age.]” — Sierra Baldwin, senior

European Union aiming for unusual law regarding youth in social media

Faaris Khan
December 18, 2015
Sports serve as source of confidence, determination

Sports serve as source of confidence, determination

Faaris Khan
December 18, 2015
Holiday Choral concert marks final performance of 2015

Holiday Choral concert marks final performance of 2015

Faaris Khan
December 17, 2015
Following a block, junior Eric Hoagenson, 10, finds freshman teammate Ben Cooper. Cooper laid in the assist, extending the lead to 16-1.

Boys basketball suffers first loss of season against DeSmet

Faaris Khan
December 13, 2015
Give me your tired, your poor — just not the refugees

Give me your tired, your poor — just not the refugees

Faaris Khan
December 11, 2015
'Madrigal Extravaganza' choir concert a blend of carols, Renaissance themes

‘Madrigal Extravaganza’ choir concert a blend of carols, Renaissance themes

Faaris Khan
December 10, 2015

RB defeats Battle, Smith-Cotton with ease in preseason scrimmage

Faaris Khan
November 21, 2015
Art by Ana Ramirez.

After 35 years, China drops controversial one-child policy

Faaris Khan
November 18, 2015

Board of Education adjusts Civic Studies course, gains popularity among students

Faaris Khan
November 2, 2015
Student ID card provides a favorable advantage

Student ID card provides a favorable advantage

Faaris Khan
October 22, 2015
Buses are prepared to pick up students after school. The recent change of bus companies has sparked frustration for students and parents. Photo by Cassi Viox

New bus company stirs conflict

Faaris Khan
September 29, 2015
1 day remains for jazz band auditions

1 day remains for jazz band auditions

Faaris Khan
May 14, 2015
Golf ready to repeat as state champs after sectionals win

Golf ready to repeat as state champs after sectionals win

Faaris Khan
May 14, 2015

Final jazz concert of school year brings trombonist Tom Garling to Rock Bridge

Faaris Khan
May 12, 2015
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