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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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California’s Jared Goff poses for photos after being selected by the Los Angeles Rams as the first pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL football draft, Thursday, April 28, 2016, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Rock Bridge Round Table 4/30 — NFL Draft special

John Flanegin
April 30, 2016
Baseball beats Blue Springs behind Evans's five RBI

Baseball beats Blue Springs behind Evans’s five RBI

John Flanegin
April 30, 2016
Golf reliant on youth in lead up to district tournament

Golf reliant on youth in lead up to district tournament

John Flanegin
April 30, 2016
Boys' tennis dismantles Park Hill in 9-0 victory

Boys’ tennis dismantles Park Hill in 9-0 victory

John Flanegin
April 30, 2016
Francis Howell North defeats girls' soccer with two second half goals

Francis Howell North defeats girls’ soccer with two second half goals

John Flanegin
April 29, 2016
Girls' soccer drops second match in St. Dominic Tournament

Girls’ soccer drops second match in St. Dominic Tournament

John Flanegin
April 28, 2016
My night with Maria

My night with Maria

John Flanegin
April 5, 2016
Villanova guard Mikal Bridges (25) shoots against Oklahoma during the second half of the NCAA Final Four tournament college basketball semifinal game Saturday, April 2, 2016, in Houston. Villanova won 95-51. (AP Photo/Robert Deutsch, Pool)

Rock Bridge Round Table – 4/4/16

John Flanegin
April 4, 2016
Baseball hangs 11 on Battle

Baseball hangs 11 on Battle

John Flanegin
March 23, 2016

In the news this week 3/8/2016

John Flanegin
March 8, 2016
Making the cut; what coaches look for in a player

Making the cut; what coaches look for in a player

John Flanegin
March 3, 2016
New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul removes the bandage from his damaged hand after the Giants defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 32-18 during an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 8, 2015, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Media oversteps boundaries as sports coverage increases

John Flanegin
February 25, 2016
Photo by Cassi Viox

Davis earns fourth place finish in state wrestling tournament

John Flanegin
February 24, 2016
Hoodie Allen and friends set to perform sold out show at The Blue Note

Hoodie Allen and friends set to perform sold out show at The Blue Note

John Flanegin
February 22, 2016
Last Chance meet serves as tuneup for girls' swimming

Last Chance meet serves as tuneup for girls’ swimming

John Flanegin
February 14, 2016
Seniors Trey Smith (24) and Tre Williams (54) dodge opponent Lee's Summit West's defense while Karson Ringdahl (42) stands on the sideline with the ball, searching for an open pass.

Bruins redeem themselves in dramatic win against St. Francis Borgia

John Flanegin
February 10, 2016
Winter sports' top underclassmen

Winter sports’ top underclassmen

John Flanegin
January 29, 2016
Lack of grapplers key in wrestling's two losses on senior night

Lack of grapplers key in wrestling’s two losses on senior night

John Flanegin
January 28, 2016
Truman Tournament ends in heartbreak for Lady Bruins

Truman Tournament ends in heartbreak for Lady Bruins

John Flanegin
January 24, 2016
Photo by Cassi Viox

Wrestling faces stiff competition at Lee’s Summit Holiday Invititational

John Flanegin
December 21, 2015
Wrestlers redefine the phrase 'no sweat' when cutting weight

Wrestlers redefine the phrase ‘no sweat’ when cutting weight

John Flanegin
December 19, 2015
New leaders hope to bring girls basketball fifth straight title

New leaders hope to bring girls basketball fifth straight title

John Flanegin
December 12, 2015
Inexperience provides difficult endeavor for wrestling team

Inexperience provides difficult endeavor for wrestling team

John Flanegin
December 10, 2015
Photo by Jae Rhee.

Young Bruins carve out roles

John Flanegin
November 7, 2015
Bruins' recruiting tale comes to end

Bruins’ recruiting tale comes to end

John Flanegin
October 29, 2015
Junior Blake Metz assist while freshman Savannah Schnabel and senior Madilyn Safley run towards the ball.

Season ends for volleyball in district play

John Flanegin
October 19, 2015
Girls golf places 4th at state; Bower earns all-state honors

Girls golf places 4th at state; Bower earns all-state honors

John Flanegin
October 14, 2015
Young softball line-up more family than team

Young softball line-up more family than team

John Flanegin
October 5, 2015
Girls tennis prepares for districts, aims for state

Girls tennis prepares for districts, aims for state

John Flanegin
September 30, 2015
Boys soccer drops second straight "El Clasicomo"

Boys soccer drops second straight “El Clasicomo”

John Flanegin
September 16, 2015
Tennis falls to Rockhurst in state finals

Tennis falls to Rockhurst in state finals

John Flanegin
May 28, 2015
Junior Avery Jennings works from the wind up against Battle. Photo by Graham Ratermann.

Bruins down Waynesville in sectional win

John Flanegin
May 26, 2015
Career Center greenhouse has final sale of the year

Career Center greenhouse has final sale of the year

John Flanegin
May 26, 2015
Senior Joe Barbee slides into third on March 14th against Hickman during a scrimmage in the annual Jamboree.

Baseball once again winners in state finals rematch

John Flanegin
May 1, 2015
Only child defies stereotypes

Only child defies stereotypes

John Flanegin
April 29, 2015
Junior Brian Baker runs to hit a backhand against his opponent, Jack O'Connor, from Rockhurst High School. RBHS ended up losing the match 9-0 against their rivals.

Boys tennis routs Hickman

John Flanegin
April 23, 2015
Senior Reilly Strong and freshman Payton McCallister leap to head a cross from junior Molly Klein. Strong would score on the header and record the winning goal for the Bruins. Photo by Sury Rawat.

Girl’s soccer stronger than Kewpies

John Flanegin
April 15, 2015
'Rules of the Game' is witty, charming look at youth

‘Rules of the Game’ is witty, charming look at youth

John Flanegin
March 8, 2015
'Look of Silence' stuns the mind

‘Look of Silence’ stuns the mind

John Flanegin
March 7, 2015
Senior guard Carly Offerdahl shovels a pass to senior forward Sophie Cunningham in a game against Nixa. The Bruins handily defeated the Eagles 56-38 Jan. 10. photo by Madelyn Stewart

Girls basketball downs Blue Springs South

John Flanegin
March 5, 2015
'Foxcatcher' is a surprisingly devastating masterpiece

‘Foxcatcher’ is a surprisingly devastating masterpiece

John Flanegin
February 21, 2015
CACC culinary classes serve up Mardi Gras buffet

CACC culinary classes serve up Mardi Gras buffet

John Flanegin
February 15, 2015
Senior Eric Kuse prepares to shoot a free throw in a game against Battle on Jan. 23. This weekend the Bruins cruised through the Union tournament winning the title 42-36 over Francis Borgia.

Basketball dominates Union tournament

John Flanegin
February 2, 2015
May 27, Eric Kuse, Junior, boards the bus after leaving early third hour. The baseball team heads to Rolla for the first game of sectionals.

Juggling it all

John Flanegin
January 28, 2015
'The Wedding Ringer' is a hilarious stereotypical comedy

‘The Wedding Ringer’ is a hilarious stereotypical comedy

John Flanegin
January 25, 2015
Books lose by volumes next to gadgets

Books lose by volumes next to gadgets

John Flanegin
December 27, 2014
'Mister Magoo’s Christmas Carol' gives heartwarming twist on old tale

‘Mister Magoo’s Christmas Carol’ gives heartwarming twist on old tale

John Flanegin
December 13, 2014
art by Maddy Mueller

Hotspots, public wi-fi could cause breaches to security

John Flanegin
November 6, 2014
Members of the offensive line crouch in their stance for an offensive line drill. Other members look on to learn the right technique for playing as a center, offensive guard or tackle. photo by Devesh Kumar

Senior offensive linemen serve as catalyst for Bruins’ explosive offense

John Flanegin
November 2, 2014
Halloween leaves childhood behind

Halloween leaves childhood behind

John Flanegin
October 31, 2014
Sophomore setter Ally Offerdahl sets the ball for senior outside hitter Deidre Mattson to spike in a game against Hickman on Oct. 16. The Bruins beat the Kewpies 25-17, 25-15 in straight sets to win their last regular season game before moving into the postseason. Photo by Devesh Kumar.

Volleyball spikes Smith-Cotton in district finals, eventually falls in sectionals

John Flanegin
October 30, 2014
Soccer drops nail-biter to Hickman in PKs

Soccer drops nail-biter to Hickman in PKs

John Flanegin
September 26, 2014
Photo by Erin Kleekamp.

Devastated Bruins lose to Hickman on walk off

John Flanegin
September 11, 2014
Photo by Mikaela Acton.

Girls tennis throttles Kewpies, maintains friendships

John Flanegin
September 8, 2014
Experience will be key for baseball team heading into districts

Experience will be key for baseball team heading into districts

John Flanegin
May 16, 2014
After defeat in 2013, girls soccer looks to reclaim district title in 2014

After defeat in 2013, girls soccer looks to reclaim district title in 2014

John Flanegin
May 16, 2014

Bruins tennis aim to continue winning streak at upcoming district championships

John Flanegin
May 15, 2014
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