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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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Staying ahead of her opponent, senior Laurie Frew moves down the field. Bruins lost to Cor Jesu 1-3 during the Varsity girls soccer game, May 9. Photo by Amy Blevins

Girls soccer utilizes unique technique to snag another win

Manal Salim
May 15, 2014
Showcasing talent: RBHS students’ art hangs in a display case near the main office. Some of their art will be shown on Sunday. Photo by Sophie Whyte

Art show ‘Depth’ to showcase AP art students’ masterpieces

Manal Salim
April 24, 2014
Varsity girls face challenges at Kickapoo Tournament

Varsity girls face challenges at Kickapoo Tournament

Manal Salim
April 21, 2014
photo by Manal Salim

Community volunteering creates sense of responsibility

Manal Salim
April 10, 2014
Photo by Morgan Berk.

Rookie life-savers: Volunteering leads to uncovering of new passions

Manal Salim
March 28, 2014
CACC named to Hospitality Top 100 list

CACC named to Hospitality Top 100 list

Manal Salim
March 21, 2014
photo by Manal Salim

DIY gold-striped mug

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February 26, 2014
'Endless Love' just typical, sappy romance story

‘Endless Love’ just typical, sappy romance story

Manal Salim
February 25, 2014
True/False Logo. Image used under fair use doctrine.

Where to eat in The District

Manal Salim
February 25, 2014
art by Alex Carranza

Online P.E. class may lack rigor of regular class

Manal Salim
February 25, 2014
Snow days present possibility of school year end date change

Snow days present possibility of school year end date change

Manal Salim
February 13, 2014
photo by Manal Salim

Virtual learning supplements snow days with continuous education

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February 9, 2014
Photo by Morgan Berk

No school, no problem: Lady Bruins overthrow Whitney Young in MLK Shootout

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January 21, 2014
photo by Manal Salim

DIY cake in a mug

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January 17, 2014
photo by Manal Salim

Date of grade submission causes difficulties

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January 2, 2014
photo by Manal Salim

DIY sugar lip scrub

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December 31, 2013
Exposure to literature provides comprehensive education

Exposure to literature provides comprehensive education

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December 27, 2013
Photo by Manal Salim

12 DIYs: Peppermint sugar cookies

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December 19, 2013
Photo by Manal Salim

12 DIYs: Candy cane wreath

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December 18, 2013
photo by Manal Salim

DIY pearl bobby pins

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December 17, 2013
art by Sarah Poor

A season of superfluous stress: How winter holidays impact anxiety

Manal Salim
December 17, 2013
photo by Maribeth Eiken

Lack of E-cigarette policy leads to split decision

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December 17, 2013
Photo by Manal Salim

DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte

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November 21, 2013
Art by Yasmeen El-Jayyousi. Source: www.tck.com

Triple the ethnicities, triple the knowledge

Manal Salim
November 8, 2013
Photo by Manal Salim

DIY mustache bookmark

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November 7, 2013
Student council members hang the homecoming banner in the main commons on Monday September 20, 2013.

Homecoming week preparation prompts school fundraising

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October 9, 2013
Administration anchors new class drop policies

Administration anchors new class drop policies

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October 8, 2013
RBRO presidents plan changes for new school year

RBRO presidents plan changes for new school year

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August 20, 2013
photo by Manal Salim

Muslim prom provides secluded, fun environment

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May 26, 2013
photo by Manal Salim

Counselors provide college checklist for underclassmen

Manal Salim
May 7, 2013
Bet you can't just eat one

Bet you can’t just eat one

Manal Salim
April 19, 2013
A new groove: Next year, all performing arts groups, including the jazz program, will increase in size with the arrival of freshmen. Photo by Asa Lory

Performing arts prepares for freshmen

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April 18, 2013
Female students receive computing and technology awards

Female students receive computing and technology awards

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April 13, 2013
photo by Manal Salim

DIY tinted lip balm

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April 4, 2013
Art by Jake Alden

Bruin Block detracts from learning environment

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March 21, 2013
Photo illustration by Aniqa Rahman

Budgeting fosters money management skills in teens

Manal Salim
March 17, 2013
DIY polka dot pants

DIY polka dot pants

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March 16, 2013
Feature photo by Maddy Jones

Societal bias discourages women from science

Manal Salim
March 15, 2013
Fashion show provides insight into ethnic style

Fashion show provides insight into ethnic style

Manal Salim
March 7, 2013
Digging deep: Members of RBHS track team shovel the blanket of snow that covered the track outside the school. Photo provided by Annette Schulte

Routines complicated by snow days

Manal Salim
March 5, 2013
Senior Duha Shebib

Henna tattoos start off Global Village

Manal Salim
March 4, 2013
Science Olympiad gears up for regionals

Science Olympiad gears up for regionals

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February 15, 2013

Time in foreign country teaches new values

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February 1, 2013
Art by Michelle Zhuang

Seeing the Light: The chance to erase ingrained customs concerns teens

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December 22, 2012
photo by Manal Salim

DIY mustache mug

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December 20, 2012
Girls topple Olathe NW

Girls topple Olathe NW

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December 15, 2012
Fast-a-thon preparation uncovers its true meaning

Fast-a-thon preparation uncovers its true meaning

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December 4, 2012
Senior Makenzie Skrabal and sophomore Kelsey Knorr practice after school. Photo by Patrick Smith

JV girls basketball succeeds in first home game

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November 30, 2012
Junior Kayla Cheadle starts a drill during girls basketball practice November 20. Photo by Asa Lory

Girls basketball starts season strong

Manal Salim
November 24, 2012
Salted caramel hot chocolate

Salted caramel hot chocolate

Manal Salim
November 10, 2012
Juniors Inas Syed and Mubinah Khaleel pose with RBHS alumni Tahura Lodhi and Soumaya Necibi at the conclusion of the Rehab El-Buri Foundation Race to Action. Photo by Manal Salim

Columbians run in Rehab El-Buri Foundation Race to Action

Manal Salim
November 3, 2012
CACC goodies: Students travel to the Columbia Area Career Center to get a taste of the Otis Spunkmeyer cookies. Photo by Maddy Jones

Career Center cookies help fundraise for SkillsUSA competition

Manal Salim
October 26, 2012
Rated R for mild nudity: Senior Khaymen Hoelscher’s art project of the human form will not be displayed in the hallways because of a school policy forbidding the presentation of the topless female body in any form. However, topless male artwork can be in the hallway. Photo by Asa Lory.

Policy censors depiction of body

Manal Salim
October 25, 2012
These Bruins are the only four students from Missouri named 2012 Siemens Competition Regional Finalists. From left, Raj Satpathy, Nidhi Khurana, Katelyn Race, and Atreyo Ghosh. Photo by Jacqueline LeBlanc

RBHS students named Siemens Competition regional finalists

Manal Salim
October 24, 2012
Volunteers at RB elementary tediously prepare for the chicken barbeque held Saturday evening.

Annual Chicken BBQ continues to please community

Manal Salim
October 21, 2012
The view from Salim's Grandmother's balcony overlooks the gorgeous Bosnian countryside, overgrown with lucious greenery and scattered with small farmhouses. Photo by Manal Salim

Teen finds bliss in simplicity

Manal Salim
September 29, 2012
Senior Gracie Strawn prepares to return a high-flying shot, scoring her a point in her singles match. Photo by Asa Lory

Girls tennis triumphs despite weather

Manal Salim
September 23, 2012

Clubs encourage voter registration

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September 21, 2012

Early marriage vows challenge teens

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May 11, 2012

Desire to fit in, unrealistic expectations affect teen girls’ lives

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April 10, 2012

Fast-a-thon begins: from dawn til dusk

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November 4, 2011

Queen candidates juggle homecoming, school

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October 12, 2011
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