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The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

Bearing News

The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

Bearing News

Unique education gives original perspective on life

Unique education gives original perspective on life

Ann Fitzmaurice February 26, 2018
During her seventh grade class, sophomore Lydia Olmsted received an assignment her teacher explicitly referred to as the “dumb kid” worksheet. The teacher wasn’t confident in Olmsted’s abilities, not because she was behind in math or any of her classmates, but because Olmsted was born blind.
Photo of counselor consulting with student

Students struggle with mental illnesses in schools

Kayla West May 16, 2017

Certain high school students like junior Nikki Briggs have experienced the negative effects of mental illness. During Briggs’ freshman year, it was hard for her to understand the disorder she was battling,...

Center of Responsive Education integral yet overlooked

Center of Responsive Education integral yet overlooked

Grace Dorsey April 30, 2017
Though many students drive past the Center of Responsive Education building every day, many don't realize the important work going on inside. Many students with disabilities rely on the school to provide specialized education.
Rising above: This ornate monument to the world of Disney towers above Disneyland. The park recently announced that they will no longer provide disability passes.

Columbians upset with changes to Disney’s policy on disability passes

Guest Author November 5, 2013

More than 35,000 people have signed a recent petition opposing a new disability assistance policy in Disney Parks, enacted Oct. 9.  Guests will now receive a Disability Access Service Card, which “allows...

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