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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

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Super Bowl XLIX Preview

Graham Ratermann February 1, 2015
Watching the conference championships of the National Football Leauge was a lot like watching pro-wrestling.
photo by Graham Ratermann

Game on

Graham Ratermann December 25, 2014

Bow hunting provides fresh entertainment in winter months It’s 5:15 Thursday morning, just a hair above freezing with a sickly drizzle and cold, wind-whipped arctic air. While most RBHS students are...

Rocky IV wins as underdog of Christmas

‘Rocky IV’ wins as underdog of Christmas

Graham Ratermann December 13, 2014

Black eyes, patriotism and training montages in the Russian wilderness aren't the makings of the average Christmas movie but Rocky Balboa isn't your traditional boxer. After previously knocking out Clubber...

Senior Josh Broadus soars through the air on his way to the basket in a game against Southwest High School. The Bruins clobbered SWHS 78-35. Photo by Renata Williams.

Nice and easy: Basketball kicks off season with pair of blowout victories

Graham Ratermann December 11, 2014
In last weekend’s Norm Stewart Classic the RBHS basketball team (2-0) jumped out to an early lead and never looked back.
DIY: Power Steering Fluid

DIY: Power Steering Fluid

Graham Ratermann December 1, 2014

Power Steering fluid is an essential auto fluid; it allows drivers to turn the wheel with minimal effort. Almost all modern automobiles use a rack and pinion form of steering and power steering fluid is...

Junior Clayton Warder. Photo by Levi Smith

Enterovirus ≠ Armageddon

Graham Ratermann November 14, 2014

Enteroviruses, like Ebola, have common similarities EV-D68, and to a larger extent Ebola, has been the focus of the world's media these last few months. is an infectious respiratory disease most common...

Students donate blood to Red Cross

Students donate blood to Red Cross

Graham Ratermann November 9, 2014

Students gave from their heart, literally, in a Red Cross Blood Drive Friday. The blood drive was an all day event held in the auxiliary gym with exactly 100 students donating blood which was more than...

Photo by Devesh Kumar.

Volleyball enters district play tonight against Battle

Graham Ratermann October 20, 2014
Last season the RBHS volleyball team recorded its best record and highest finish in school history behind the strength of 10 seniors. This years team starts their postseason quest tonight, looking to improve on last year’s success.
Photo by Mikaela Acton.

Freshman Dudley shines under pressure; tennis takes state title

Graham Ratermann October 16, 2014
The Bruins won state, defeating St. Joseph's Academy 5-0.
Golf season ends; Farmer claims all-state honors

Golf season ends; Farmer claims all-state honors

Graham Ratermann October 15, 2014
“She played as she has all season, very consistent,” McDonnell said. “Sam has worked for eight years for that moment and it really is a testament to her diligence as a golfer all of these years.”
Senior shortstop Taylor Dillard lifts the bat off of her shoulder as she prepares for the upcoming pitch during the district quarterfinal against BHS. The Bruins would ultimately prevail powering past the Spartans 11-1.Dillard recorded an RBI ground rule double and scored twice in the game. Photo by Madeline Kuligowski.

Softball powers past Battle behind Trice, Cole, advances in district play

Graham Ratermann October 8, 2014
The last time the RBHS softball team (11-14) played Battle (14-13) the game was a barn burner all the way to the finish. This time the script was different, with the Bruins powering past the Spartans behind an offensive outburst and junior Helen Trice’s arm.
photo by Mikaela Acton

Wind Ensemble to perform at MMEA convention

Graham Ratermann September 29, 2014

[dropcap style="light" size="5"]T[/dropcap]he band program recently heard a sweet melody as the wind ensemble has been selected to perform at the prestigious Missouri Music Educators Association In-Service...

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