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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
The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

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All content by Katie Whaley
Art by Isabel Thoroughman

The price is right: Will pay to play for my children

Katie Whaley
May 7, 2019
Take memories, leave footsteps

Take memories, leave footsteps

Katie Whaley
April 26, 2019
Businesswoman working on a report or questionnaire writing notes with a pen, overhead view of her desk with a laptop, paperwork and coffee

Studying with calm songs

Katie Whaley
April 26, 2019
Climate Change by Moy Zhong

Climate in crisis; students speak out

Katie Whaley
April 26, 2019
Sexual assault leaves lasting impact

Sexual assault leaves lasting impact

Katie Whaley
April 23, 2019
telescope in the desert watching the Great Bear constellation and the milky way

Astronomy teacher reflects on black hole’s significance

Katie Whaley
April 18, 2019
Students watch as Student council officer candidates make speeches at the spring assembly Friday, April 5, Photo by Gabi Tella.

Student Council opens treasurer position to its rising juniors

Katie Whaley
April 8, 2019
Exploring online communication with Dr. Brett Johnson

Exploring online communication with Dr. Brett Johnson

Katie Whaley
April 3, 2019
Art by Reece Furkin

With change in principal comes worries, advice

Katie Whaley
April 2, 2019
Photos by Allie Pigg, Camryn DeVore, Sophie Eaton, Bailey Stover. Illustrated by Sarah Kuhlmann.

Social media increase accountability, responsibility

Katie Whaley
March 26, 2019
Why student listening session did not work

Why student listening session did not work

Katie Whaley
February 28, 2019
Advanced Acting class to perform district theater show

Advanced Acting class to perform district theater show

Katie Whaley
February 27, 2019
Photo by microgen

Public speaking sparks worries, occasional challenges

Katie Whaley
February 27, 2019
Photo by Envato Elements

Results of self-improvement: 30-day challenge finish

Katie Whaley
February 26, 2019
Art by Isabel Thoroughman

Red, white, flu: dangerous vaccines are ruining America

Katie Whaley
February 26, 2019
Photo by joebelanger / Envato Element

What’s your favorite romance movie of all time?

Katie Whaley
February 13, 2019
From EnvatoElements

Phone down, heart out

Katie Whaley
February 12, 2019
Test your Valentine's Day knowledge

Test your Valentine’s Day knowledge

Katie Whaley
February 11, 2019
From EnvatoElements

What does your brain know about your heart

Katie Whaley
February 11, 2019
Make peace with yourself

Make peace with yourself

Katie Whaley
February 6, 2019
Photo from Envato Elements

30-day challenge: journey toward self-improvement

Katie Whaley
January 28, 2019
Art by Moy Zhong

‘Weather’ or not you agree, climate change is a hoax

Katie Whaley
December 20, 2018
Art by Valeria Velasquez

Spaghetti, saws and The Wizard of Oz

Katie Whaley
December 20, 2018
Yearbook extends deadlines to January

Yearbook extends deadlines to January

Katie Whaley
December 18, 2018
RBHS students use their phones during a lunch period.

Students struggle with over attachment to smartphones

Katie Whaley
December 16, 2018
Art by Moy Zhong

District funding derives from attendance, other factors

Katie Whaley
December 14, 2018
on President Donald Trump's power

on President Donald Trump’s power

Katie Whaley
November 6, 2018
Sisyphus - Art by Moy Zhong.

A blissful bond

Katie Whaley
October 16, 2018
Art by Valeria Velasquez

Coalition Checklist offers meaning, could employ revisions

Katie Whaley
October 15, 2018
Juniors Audrey Mueller and Olivia Guess said the freshmen this year did a great job decorating. "I was out of school for a few days and when I came back all of the decoration had been put up," Mueller said, "and I was really amazed by how fast the school had been transformed." Photo by Anna Xu.

Homecoming assembly live

Katie Whaley
October 14, 2018
Media specialist discusses eating and drinking policies of media center

Media specialist discusses eating and drinking policies of media center

Katie Whaley
September 27, 2018
American students should not take education for granted

American students should not take education for granted

Katie Whaley
September 26, 2018
A trash can overflows with students' lunches outside of the North entrance after B lunch Sept. 9. Photo by Allie Pigg

Environmental Coalition to continue recycling program

Katie Whaley
September 19, 2018
The Emerald Regiment marching band performs the "Seasons of Joy" Exhibition Sept. 29.

Emerald Regiment places high at first competition of the season

Katie Whaley
September 16, 2018
Senior Jazzmine Matthews fills out the EOS survey. After taking it, she said there were "really superficial questions and so were the answers because of that." Photo by Ross Parks

Teacher performance survey needs modifications

Katie Whaley
May 7, 2018
Media specialist outlines return process for school laptops

Media specialist outlines return process for school laptops

Katie Whaley
April 28, 2018
Mike Pierson, choir director, was one of the two judges for musical auditions this year.

RBHS musicians to participate in state music festival

Katie Whaley
April 24, 2018
Senior Olivia Kady holds a sign with the names of victims of gun violence. It reads "Never again. Never forget." Photo by Maya Bell.

Tragic events trigger lifelong trauma

Katie Whaley
April 18, 2018
...about opioids?

…about opioids?

Katie Whaley
April 12, 2018
“The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.” ― John Muir

…about Earth Day?

Katie Whaley
April 5, 2018
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‘I’m doing it for my resume.’

Katie Whaley
April 2, 2018
PAC in the dark by George Frey

Drama department introduces ‘The Upstadgers’

Katie Whaley
March 21, 2018
Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Chomping away at my sanity

Katie Whaley
February 28, 2018
'Every Day' film falls short of expectations

‘Every Day’ film falls short of expectations

Katie Whaley
February 26, 2018
Celebrating Ella Fitzgerald

Celebrating Ella Fitzgerald

Katie Whaley
February 26, 2018
on school shootings

on school shootings

Katie Whaley
February 20, 2018
...about gun control?

…about gun control?

Katie Whaley
February 20, 2018
...about the Chinese New Year?

…about the Chinese New Year?

Katie Whaley
February 15, 2018
...about the 2018 Olympics?

…about the 2018 Olympics?

Katie Whaley
February 14, 2018
Photo by Maya Bell.

Peter Pan performace to take stage

Katie Whaley
February 14, 2018
Celebrating James Baldwin

Celebrating James Baldwin

Katie Whaley
February 6, 2018
Kristine Cho / Bearing News

Flu outbreak worse than previous years

Katie Whaley
February 5, 2018
Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi

Journalism will always be a necessity

Katie Whaley
January 31, 2018
Friends deserve more appreciation

Friends deserve more appreciation

Katie Whaley
January 24, 2018
US values shift from insights, generations

US values shift from insights, generations

Katie Whaley
January 22, 2018
From economy to immigration, a look into Trump's first year

From economy to immigration, a look into Trump’s first year

Katie Whaley
January 20, 2018
Cynical friend brings personal balance

Cynical friend brings personal balance

Katie Whaley
December 26, 2017
Photo by Abby Blitz

Mathleague places first, sets sights on future competitions

Katie Whaley
December 15, 2017
Practice 12-12-2017-3

Acting Troupe to perform comedy ‘Bamboozled’

Katie Whaley
December 14, 2017
Dog Appreciation Club promotes volunteering, helping dogs

Dog Appreciation Club promotes volunteering, helping dogs

Katie Whaley
November 21, 2017
Photo by Yousuf El-Jayyousi.

Roasting brings humor to relationships, strengthens friendship bonds

Katie Whaley
November 15, 2017
New district position to solve equity concerns

New district position to solve equity concerns

Katie Whaley
October 31, 2017
RBHS to host College & Career Fair Village

RBHS to host College & Career Fair Village

Katie Whaley
October 25, 2017
Become literally woke, make your vocab on fleek

Become literally woke, make your vocab on fleek

Katie Whaley
October 21, 2017
Rock Bridge administrators dealt with student drinking at the homecoming dance.

Illicit activity at homecoming dance leads to discussion of discipline policy

Katie Whaley
October 13, 2017
Take paper out with the trash

Take paper out with the trash

Katie Whaley
October 12, 2017
Maya Bell

Need for comfort from phones brings depression alongside

Katie Whaley
September 29, 2017
New teacher evaluations to focus on district goals

New teacher evaluations to focus on district goals

Katie Whaley
September 26, 2017
Media stereotypes, advances LGBT community in one paradoxical act

Media stereotypes, advances LGBT community in one paradoxical act

Katie Whaley
May 28, 2017
Boys' golf takes first at Old Hawthorne match

Boys’ golf takes first at Old Hawthorne match

Katie Whaley
April 27, 2017
Boys' golf places first in Helias Invitational

Boys’ golf places first in Helias Invitational

Katie Whaley
April 18, 2017
Boys golf falls to third in tournament

Boys golf falls to third in tournament

Katie Whaley
April 13, 2017
Types of assessments test student skills

Types of assessments test student skills

Katie Whaley
April 7, 2017
Golf team sinks to second in Columbia Classic

Golf team sinks to second in Columbia Classic

Katie Whaley
April 3, 2017
Boys' golf season begins with birdies, uneven ground

Boys’ golf season begins with birdies, uneven ground

Katie Whaley
March 24, 2017
Photo by Kristine Cho

Orchestra to present spring concert

Katie Whaley
March 21, 2017
A Dog's Purpose can still be a good movie

A Dog’s Purpose can still be a good movie

Katie Whaley
March 21, 2017
'The Force' shows controversy from the forgotten perspective

‘The Force’ shows controversy from the forgotten perspective

Katie Whaley
March 5, 2017
'I Am Not Your Negro' shines the right light on racism

‘I Am Not Your Negro’ shines the right light on racism

Katie Whaley
March 4, 2017
Online personality tests reveal one's true nature

Online personality tests reveal one’s true nature

Katie Whaley
March 1, 2017
Sophomore Bailey Long leads the trial as an attorney in the performance of "Execution of Justice." Photo by Camille McManus

All-school play debuts tonight

Katie Whaley
February 23, 2017
Feature photo by Tyson Jamieson

Relationships provide emotional support no matter one’s age

Katie Whaley
February 11, 2017
Photo by Kristine Cho

Self-deprecating humor makes light of insecurities, awkward situations

Katie Whaley
February 7, 2017
Electoral College requires much-needed update

Electoral College requires much-needed update

Katie Whaley
December 17, 2016
Junior Gabriella Soderman prepares for the Melancholy dress rehersal by taking a quick look in the mirror on Nov. 30.

Advanced Acting class to debut ‘Melancholdy Play’

Katie Whaley
December 1, 2016
Photo by Kristine Cho

Students question inconsistent dress code policy

Katie Whaley
November 22, 2016
"The best part of my Thanksgiving is probably that all my family gets together. My parents, they’re divorced, and my dad works for the city so a lot of times on Christmas he’ll have to go plow snow or he’ll have to be at work. But Thanksgiving is one holiday where I know for sure that we’re all going to be there, and that we’re all going to go play football, that we’re all going to cook everything together. And we always cook way too much food. It’s just nice to have everybody together for that." The best part of my Thanksgiving is probably that all my family gets together. My parents, they’re divorced, and my dad works for the city so a lot of times on Christmas he’ll have to go plow snow or he’ll have to be at work. But Thanksgiving is one holiday where I know for sure that we’re all going to be there, and that we’re all going to go play football, that we’re all going to cook everything together. And we always cook way too much food. It’s just nice to have everybody together for that.Sophomore Danica Barnes

on their favorite parts of Thanksgiving

Katie Whaley
November 22, 2016
Instead of complaining, just stop sleeping

Instead of complaining, just stop sleeping

Katie Whaley
November 11, 2016
The orchestra listens to director Alison Schmidt as she explains more about the fundraiser. Photo by Tyson Jamieson

Orchestra to hold fundraiser at Panera

Katie Whaley
October 19, 2016
Orchestra, choir debut their year's first performance

Orchestra, choir debut their year’s first performance

Katie Whaley
October 19, 2016
State champion senior Julia Bower gives her all on the green as she lines up a putt

Girls golf eight strokes from state championship

Katie Whaley
October 13, 2016
Senior Haley Diel watches her ball closely after her drive on the tee box. Photo by Anna Ostempowski

Districts and secionals wins set girls’ golf for state

Katie Whaley
October 4, 2016
art by Joanna Yu

Submitting to pressure

Katie Whaley
May 23, 2016
art by Dzung Nguyen

Breaking a fast? Maybe not

Katie Whaley
May 21, 2016
Junior Ben Knoesel lines up a tee shot during practice as he prepares for his teams's trip back to sectionals and a trip to state.

Boys golf swings for state

Katie Whaley
May 12, 2016
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