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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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March 9, 2020

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Black History Month: March on Washington Animation

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Math team placed first in sweepstakes Saturday.

Math team finishes first place in relays at Camdenton High School

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January 18, 2020
George MacKay and Dean-Charles Chapman as Will Schofield and Tom Blake in the opening scene of "1917"

‘1917’ comes together because of impressive visuals, technical achievements

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January 14, 2020

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December 9, 2019
A typical gaming headset and computer.

Esports hopes to win semi-finals, finals championship

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December 6, 2019
Choi Woo-shik as Kim Ki-woo in the film "Parasite".

‘Parasite’ chills, excites as a commentary of class conflict

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December 3, 2019

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November 18, 2019
The "Journey to College" tent, set up by counselors throughout Wednesday and Thursday, helped seniors with the college admissions process.

Counselors assist seniors with ‘Journey to College’ tent

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November 14, 2019

November 4

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November 4, 2019
Junior Matthew Hauser racing at the Class 4 District 7 meet. Hauser finished in first place with a time of 15:38. Photo taken by Greg Hall.

Cross Country takes first place at districts

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October 28, 2019

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Cross country to participate in inaugural Gans Creek Classic

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September 27, 2019

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September 13, 2019
"Avengers: Endgame" official logo from the First Trailer

‘Avengers: Endgame’ provides a satisfying conclusion to previous Marvel films

Jared Geyer
April 30, 2019
The district meet is this Monday, April 29, at Meadow Lake Acres Country Club in New Bloomfield.

Boys varsity golf team prepares for districts

Jared Geyer
April 28, 2019
The district meet is this Monday, April 29, at Meadow Lake Acres Country Club in New Bloomfield.

Boys’ varsity golf team prepares for districts

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April 28, 2019
Track trains for Dale Collier invitational

Track trains for Dale Collier invitational

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April 25, 2019
A section of the official poster for Shazam(2019)

‘Shazam’ surprises with its charming wit, humor

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April 10, 2019
Info-graphic by Moy Zhong

Snow days affect CPS calendar

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March 22, 2019
Science Olympiad was postponed after inclement weather warning. It was rescheduled for March 9.

Science Olympiad takes second at regional’s

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March 15, 2019
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‘Apollo 11’ brings triumph to historical documentaries

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March 5, 2019
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‘Finding Frances’ depicts hilarious journey in search of long lost love

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March 3, 2019
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‘American Factory’ provokingly portrays clash between cultures

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March 2, 2019
A bland photo of an acoustic guitar to compliment this bland song.

‘Girls Like You’ epitomizes mediocrity, corporate sellout

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February 27, 2019
Track offseason conditions runners

Track offseason conditions runners

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February 26, 2019
A photo from the Bruinthon event last year. Students show the amount of money they raised for the event.

Bruinthon prepares for dance marathon

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February 23, 2019
If you are interested in participating in the Personal Finance Challenge, meet with Mrs. Lidholm in room 325.

Personal Finance Team hopes for victory this spring

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February 20, 2019
The formal class application sheets along with the pamphlet describing the classes students can choose.

Class enrollment deadlines approach for next school year

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January 16, 2019
Students share personal struggle in higher-level auditions

Students share personal struggle in higher-level auditions

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December 14, 2018
The 2018 Turkey Trax helped support the Central MO American Red Cross. Runners from around the area raced the 5k before beginning traditional celebrations.

Community members participate in annual Turkey Trax

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November 23, 2018
Viola Davis in "Widows"

‘Widows’ thrills with enticing realism

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November 21, 2018
Compassion in Action club members juniors Zain Syed, Kate Bushnell and Toan Vu stand in the PAC loby with sponsor Lesley Thalhuber during A lunch on Nov. 13. Students in the club walked through the halls passing out small items, such as gum, hot chocolate or gloves, to peers and teachers.

Students spread awareness on World Kindness Day

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November 13, 2018
The RB Cross Country team participates in the Parkway West Invitational Sept. 29. Photo by Corrine Farid.

Cross country prepares for state championships

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November 1, 2018
(From left) Sophomore Martha Nishimwe and seniors Polina Kopeikin and Lucy Beattie try on costumes Oct. 23. RBHS drama club will host its annual haunted house Oct. 27. Photo by Maya Bell.

Drama club to hold fourth-annual haunted house

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October 26, 2018
Forum 8 movie theater in Columbia, Missouri

Movie theaters lack compared to their competition

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October 26, 2018
12 year old American Paint horse JD, looks curiously into the camera. Photo by George Frey/Bearing News

Ag day educates students on Columbia FFA Chapter

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October 20, 2018
Cross country athletes gather before a meet. Photo by Eléa-Marie Gilles.

Cross country finishes regular season at Border Wars meet

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October 15, 2018
Taylor Swift in St. Louis on her Reputation Tour. Photo courtesy of Rachael Ericsson.

on Swift’s political voice

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October 11, 2018
The Predator (2018)

‘The Predator’ is a step below average for the series

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September 18, 2018
Vortex at Kings Island in Mason, Ohio

Artificial fears override the reality of safety

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September 13, 2018
Photo by Edith Stevens

Cross country opens season at Brooks Memphis Twilight Classic

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September 4, 2018
Spending my time playing video games throughout the summer is fun, but it isn't very fulfilling or productive.

The troubles of summer procrastination

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May 21, 2018
Junior Emily Litton pole vaults at the Belton varsity meet. Vaulting nine feet and nine inches, she qualified for the district competition.

Girls’ track puts in hard work for districts

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May 11, 2018
Student View: Internet Privacy and Facebook

Student View: Internet Privacy and Facebook

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April 14, 2018
'American Animals' enthralls, offers truth to 'buddy movie'

‘American Animals’ enthralls, offers truth to ‘buddy movie’

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March 5, 2018
Grammys offer few thrilling performances

Grammys offer few thrilling performances

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January 30, 2018
'Bethel School District v Fraser' continues to affect speech regulation

‘Bethel School District v Fraser’ continues to affect speech regulation

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January 25, 2018
The entrance to the counseling office

Deadline in second semester gives students little time to change classes

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December 21, 2017
Shoes and backpacks stored in the atrium

Runners prepare for upcoming track season

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December 15, 2017
Sophomore Will Cover stands at the "Wall of Happiness" in the science wing. Photo by Jared Geyer

‘Wall of happiness’ offers students chance to reflect on enjoyment, fulfillment

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November 13, 2017
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