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The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

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The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

Bearing News

Religious graduation events foster community, reinforce Islamic principles

Religious graduation events foster community, reinforce Islamic principles

Ashleigh Atasoy June 2, 2014

For seniors, the end of the school year can be a blur of graduation parties, senior activities and prom, but for some students, the end of the year is much more hectic. For RBHS muslim students, additional...

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

The girls junior varsity soccer team celebrated another win Wednesday, May 14, in their match against Moberly, clearing the board with a final score of 3-0. The game was a critical one, as the JV girls...

Varsity girls face challenges at Kickapoo Tournament

Varsity girls face challenges at Kickapoo Tournament

Manal Salim April 21, 2014

Competing in the Kickapoo Tournament proved to be a challenge for the RBHS Varsity girls’ soccer team, as the Bruins lost two matches in a row on April 18 and 19. However, the girls pulled out on top,...

photo by Manal Salim

Community volunteering creates sense of responsibility

Manal Salim April 10, 2014

  "One person dies of hunger nearly every three seconds.” These words she uttered resonate in my mind to this day. I remember my hand froze before I could finish pouring the last few grains of...

Photo by Morgan Berk.

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

Manal Salim March 28, 2014

It was a devastating car accident, the mess of the collision and the public safety officers respondence that triggered senior Riley Johnson’s realization of his dream and pursuit towards his future career. Because...

Four tunes compete for the Best Original Song Oscar

Four tunes compete for the ‘Best Original Song’ Oscar

Sophie Whyte February 28, 2014

[heading size="25" margin="10"]Best Original Song[/heading] [tabs] [tab title="Happy"] Happy   Everyone has good days. Days when everything seems to be going right, the sun is shining bright outside,...

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DIY gold-striped mug

Manal Salim February 26, 2014

I’ll admit, I may possibly have a slight addiction for collecting mugs. Something about the unique, attractive designs lures me into purchasing as many as possible every time go shopping. Though I have...

Endless Love just typical, sappy romance story

‘Endless Love’ just typical, sappy romance story

Manal Salim February 25, 2014

Aside from being a remake of Brooke Shield’s 1981 film of the same name, “Endless Love” is a modernized and interpreted version adapted for the generation of young people today. The film is truly...

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Virtual learning supplements snow days with continuous education

Manal Salim February 9, 2014

Once the red font appears across the banner on the Columbia Public Schools website, students instantly anticipate a day of relaxation, sledding and perhaps some hot chocolate. With the announcement of...

Photo by Morgan Berk

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

Manal Salim January 21, 2014

[heading]Lady Bruins play nationally ranked foe; win 12th straight[/heading] Although Columbia Public Schools were not in session on Monday, Jan. 20, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the RBHS varsity girls...

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DIY cake in a mug

Manal Salim January 17, 2014

Following a busy, stress-filled day at school, I find it difficult to unwind and immediately get started on homework. I typically end up browsing through Pinterest, which ultimately leads to my discovering...

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Date of grade submission causes difficulties

Manal Salim January 2, 2014

Upon the end of the current semester, the start of a new year is bound to bring about difficulties for both students and teachers. At RBHS, grades are due on the morning of January 8, which is a mere...

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