Coronavirus isolates but also unifies; an international outlook on the pandemic

Sarah Mosteller • March 22, 2020

Students aged 15-20 from around the world share their experiences as they face the COVID-19 pandemic. Many countries are enforcing social distancing, causing feelings of isolation to creep in, but amidst...

Multicultural Halloween celebrations shape memory

Bailey Stover • October 28, 2019

Students from Saudi Arabia, Italy and Brazil reflect on their multicultural Halloween experiences and life in different countries.

Labor Day: More than just a day off

Will Cover • September 2, 2019

For many students Labor Day is just an extra-long weekend with the potential for a quick family getaway. It serves as the unofficial end of summer, a barrier between the days of wearing white to transitioning...

5 summer jobs for high schoolers

Olivia Peters • May 24, 2019

[su_dropcap style="flat" size="4"]O[/su_dropcap]nce teens get into high school, many find they want to get a summer job for a little extra money. Maybe it’s for shopping or even just going out to lunch...

House Bill 269 allows Bible literacy in schools

Amanda Kurukulasuriya • April 26, 2019

Missouri is one of six states to push for Bible literacy in schools this year. Missouri House (HB) Bill 267, written by Republican State Rep. Ben Baker of Missouri’s 160th District, would give schools permission to teach elective classes on the Hebrew Scriptures, as well as the Old and New Testament of the Bible in the context of “contemporary society and culture, including literature, art, music, mores, oratory and public policy,” according to the bill text.

A snowy chase for the Q

Anna Xu • March 3, 2019

Sadly, the frenzy of being late isn’t new to me. But at least this time my numb toe dash was fulfilled by an unforgettable movie.

Songs that are so chill, you may need a coat

Maddie Murphy • March 1, 2019

This playlist is comprised of a collection of my favorite songs for relaxing, studying or anything that involves being calm.

Students participate in GAM field trip to Missouri capital Feb. 26

Multiple Authors • February 28, 2019

Wednesday, Feb. 26 RBHS students took a trip to Jefferson City, MO, to tour the state Capitol.

Counseling department opens Missouri Girls State applications

Ji-Sung Lee • January 19, 2019

The application process for Missouri Girls State is open to RBHS junior girls. The deadline is Jan. 25.

Brightened by the ballot

Allie Pigg • November 9, 2018

Senior Drew Morris, a politics fanatic, worked for Josh Hawley’s campaign for U.S. Senator.

Tested by time

Ann Fitzmaurice • October 15, 2018

Psychologist Angela Duckworth’s TED talk instilled in her audience that hard work leads to achievement more than luck, talent or good fortune.

How The Avett Brothers kickdrumed into my heart

Bailey Stover • October 2, 2018

The Avett Brothers concert at the Roots n Blues n BBQ festival Friday night opened my eyes to the world of live music for the first time.