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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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A woman sells farm fresh vegetables and fruit at Umicho Fish Market in Kanazawa, Japan on April 24, 2019. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

From the Far East to the Midwest: Service with a Smile

George Frey
May 2, 2019
Lights illuminate Ameyakocho street in Tokyo, Japan on April 21, 2019. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Light: George

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May 2, 2019
A man gazes at an African woman aboard a Yamanote Line Subway train Tokyo, Japan on April 22, 2019. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

From the Far East to the Midwest: Being a visible minority

George Frey
May 2, 2019
Consciousness by Moy Zhong

Biomimicry influences architecture

George Frey
April 26, 2019
Kindergarten students run across the street in Toyama, Japan, in order to catch the train home from school. George Frey / Bearing News

From the Far East to the Midwest: Independence, Self Reliance

George Frey
April 25, 2019
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Americans need linguistic diversity

George Frey
April 25, 2019
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The little things: How design impacts our daily lives

George Frey
April 16, 2019
Girls' soccer falls to Quincy (2-1) after tight game

Girls’ soccer falls to Quincy (2-1) after tight game

George Frey
April 16, 2019
One World Trade Center stands tall as it is in it's final phases of construction in March of 2014. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Reflection: George Frey

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April 10, 2019
Photo by Cam Devore

I choose pride, not arbitrary labels

George Frey
April 4, 2019
Teachers from Battle perform on April 3 in the RBHS PAC to an audience of students from BHS, HHS, and RBHS. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

RBHS dance group ‘Gen Z’ wins 2019 Como Cow

George Frey
April 4, 2019
Junior Caroline Cole attempts to direct the ball towards the Helias goal post during the first half of the game. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Lady Bruins fall to Helias (2-3)

George Frey
April 2, 2019
Sophomore Braeden Morris races to first base while sophomore Tucker Frost runs to make a catch Thursday, March 14. The team has a tournament, Best of the West, today at Barlett, Ten. Photo by Camryn Devore

Baseball plans for out-of-state travel

George Frey
March 28, 2019
Find Your Passion: George

Find Your Passion: George

George Frey
March 1, 2019
January 2013: Media Specialist, Gwen Struchtemeyer assists RBHS senior Connor Fraser with studying for the ACT. Many students take the generous opportunity offered by Structemeyer to better prepare them for achieving a higher score on the standardized test. Photo by Aniqa Rahman Originally posted in 2013

Imprints: The Legacy of Gwen Struchtemeyer

George Frey
February 25, 2019
Afnan Hussain draws a flower like design onto a customer. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Global village activities begin with Henna tattoos

George Frey
February 19, 2019
Sam Crane wrestles his match from Centralia on Jan. 13

Wrestling season finishes at state championship

George Frey
February 17, 2019
Junior Leela Culitty brandishes a homemade necklace she made yesterday evening, with it contrasting her black turtleneck. "I knew I might just be wearing black, so I wanted to wear something that would be purple and pink." Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Bringing out the love: A glimpse into Courtwarming’s ‘Valentine’s Day.’

George Frey
February 14, 2019
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Dating Apps: A Diverse Debate

George Frey
February 14, 2019
These young wrestlers hope to wrestle for RBHS one day. Photo by Morgan Berk

Freshman girls’ wrestler qualifies for state championship

George Frey
February 4, 2019
ENGAGEMENT: Rock editors (left to right) Saly Seye, Ann Fitzmorris and Emily Oba tell some future freshmen about the award winning journalism program RBHS has. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Eighth Grade tours provide a glimpse into clubs, classes

George Frey
January 27, 2019
Photo by Ji-Sung Lee, Bearing News

on the Lincoln Memorial incident

George Frey
January 24, 2019
Feature photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Columbia Regional Airport struggles, but what can we do?

George Frey
January 21, 2019
Annual Hotchocolooza rings in 2019

Annual Hotchocolooza rings in 2019

George Frey
January 5, 2019
Art by Valeria Velasquez

Food surplus leads to excess waste

George Frey
December 18, 2018
Art by Moy Zhong

Monopolies limit opportunity

George Frey
December 14, 2018
Grande's recent album cover, for her hit single. Courtesy of Genius

Moving on: The Message of ‘Thank u, next.’

George Frey
December 14, 2018
Junior forward Cooper Deneke shoots a layup during practice Dec. 6. At 5:30 p.m. today, the Bruins will take on Miller Career Academy in St. Louis. Photo by George Frey.

Boys’ basketball to take on MCA

George Frey
December 12, 2018
Both foot and car traffic whizzes through the streets of downtown Columbia during the two hours of the festival. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Living Windows 2018 kick starts holiday season

George Frey
December 9, 2018
The flute playing Santa, aka Lamar Roberts, plays his flute under the magic tree to an adoring crowd. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Behind the Flute

George Frey
December 9, 2018
Members from the girls basketball team play during the Green and Gold Scrimmage Nov. 13. The team will play again Nov. 15 at Ft. Zumwalt West High School. Photo by George Frey.

Green and Gold Scrimmage develops team comradery

George Frey
November 14, 2018
IN STITCHES: Sophomore Owen Dack wears an Eeyore onesie, and drew stitches across his face to represent the stuffed nature of the character. "There's this theory that the characters in Winnie the Pooh represent the seven deadly sins and different types of mental illnesses, and Eeyore is depression." Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

The many faces of Halloween

George Frey
October 31, 2018
Various students sit at a dining room table, complete with prop food, as a tour group passes by. The performance involved taking an actor who was put into the tour, and tying them down to a chair with them screaming. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Haunted house brings large crowds, laughter, screams

George Frey
October 28, 2018
Senior Kerrie Heath celebrating MidMo Pride back on Aug. 25 of this year. Heath adorned herself with blue, purple, and dark pink face paint. These colors come from the bisexual pride flag, which is used to represent the bi community. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

To love two

George Frey
October 27, 2018
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Male societal standards, traditional gender roles damage self-esteem

George Frey
October 25, 2018
PLUCKED: Senior wide receiver Martez Manuel makes a flying catch as he receives a pass from junior quarterback Grant Hajicek. The Bruins defeated the Helias Crusaders, 52-28, Oct. 12. The game marked both the Bruins’ homecoming and ‘orange out’ game, which showed support for those suffering from leukemia. The Bruins will begin their district tournament tomorrow night. Photo by Maya Bell.

Football reaches for districts

George Frey
October 25, 2018
Photo by Cassi Viox.

The Name Game: How Universities play prospective students

George Frey
October 18, 2018
Science teacher Kerri Graham wears a farmer style thatched hat in her 4th block class to celebrate today's western theme. Photo by George Frey.

A peek at western day

George Frey
October 12, 2018
FOOTWORK: Senior Freddy Nene manages to control the ball as senior midfielder Jack Flink follows behind, as extra protection against De Smet. - Photo by George Frey.

Boys’ soccer team faces tough competition against De Smet Jesuit

George Frey
October 6, 2018
Homeless Columbian James Allen sits on the corner of Broadway and 10th street in downtown Columbia asking for money. Photo by George Frey.

Columbia Public Schools opens eyes on homelessness

George Frey
October 5, 2018
Veteran and street performer Nathan Hardesty preforms on the corner of 9th St. & Broadway. He plays the guitar, and came to Columbia from St. Louis in search of a new audience. Hardesty says that happiness is wherever we can find it, but sometimes you can just find it where you are standing, if you choose to. Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

A diverse downtown

George Frey
September 20, 2018
Stresses and struggles of gifted kids:

Stresses and struggles of gifted kids:

George Frey
September 12, 2018
Rock Bridge bests Battle with a final score of 48-28

Rock Bridge bests Battle with a final score of 48-28

George Frey
September 9, 2018
Freshman Anjali Ramesh serves during a match Friday, Aug. 24. Photo by George Frey/Bearing News

Girls’ tennis tournament kicks off season

George Frey
August 26, 2018
A truck stands on the edge of the collapsed Morandi Bridge on Aug. 15 in Genoa, Italy. Photo by Antonio Calanni/The Associated Press

on Italian bridge collapse

George Frey
August 24, 2018
Pamphlets on out-of-state schools stand quiet on a shelf in the RBHS guidance office. Image by George Frey.

Student Loans: What we know, and is there a better solution?

George Frey
May 17, 2018
Special Education teacher Nita Cummings receiving recognition at the Flashback Assembly on April 27th. Image by George Frey.

Retirees recount a lifetime of education

George Frey
May 15, 2018
Junior Lexie Hayes prepares junior Bailey Long for the role of Lysistrata, which showcases Greek history. Image by Catie Polo

Theatrical Showcase takes audiences on a Ride through Time

George Frey
May 6, 2018
“I have been getting the back of my head shaved and colored for the last year. This is the first time I’ve ever done more than two colors. I have a lot of fun with it because you can hide it, show it or do whatever with it depending on the mood you’re in. It’s an easy way to be fun and funky. Fashion at True/False showcases different people from across the world, and for people here in Missouri it's an opportunity for them to express themselves. That’s the fun thing about the weekend; getting to showcase yourself and your style.” -- Pass Holder outside Missouri United Methodist Church

Fashion of True/False

George Frey
March 5, 2018
Olympic flag used with permission form IOC press release

on the reunified Korean Olympic team

George Frey
January 31, 2018
30 years later 'Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier' still impacts student speech

30 years later ‘Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier’ still impacts student speech

George Frey
January 29, 2018
French film '120 Beats Per Minute' makes waves at release

French film ‘120 Beats Per Minute’ makes waves at release

George Frey
January 29, 2018
PAC in the dark by George Frey

‘The Room’: A journey into cinema’s best of the worst

George Frey
January 2, 2018
Boba tea. photo by George Frey

Boba’s popularity on the rise in Columbia

George Frey
November 26, 2017
Venezuela's economic struggles affect Columbia

Venezuela’s economic struggles affect Columbia

George Frey
October 15, 2017
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