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Jazz band performing at the courtwarming assembly.

RBHS annual courtwarming assembly, continues despite challenges

Shubha Gautam, News Editor February 28, 2023

One of its two assemblies of the semester, RBHS hosted the annual courtwarming assembly on Friday, Feb. 24 in the RBHS main gym. The event, mandatory for all students, officially began at 3 p.m. and ended...

Principal Jacob Sirna, begins the assembly by recognizing some outstanding students. It is staggering how many wonderful things take place everyday in this building and how many incredible talents we have combined in this gym, Sirna said. Photo by Sarah Mosteller.

Fall Honor Flight assembly ignites emotion in the audience

Multiple Authors November 9, 2019
Yesterday’s assembly was an emotional roller coaster. It featured five Bruin of my Life awards, a preview of The Drowsy Chaperone, recognition for student excellence in fine arts, athletics and academics, as well as a series of testimonials from soldiers, veterans and relatives of members of the U.S. Armed Forces, an introduction of Compassion-In-Action’s chain of kindness, an intense game of student-teacher “Hungry-Hungry Hippos,” and a video of students sharing what they are thankful for.
Students and coach Daryl Moss pose at the Warehouse Theater after winning second runner-up a Mid-Missouri Louder Than a Bomb finals.

Slam poetry team places third at Louder than a Bomb finals

Amanda Kurukulasuriya April 21, 2019

Saturday, April 20, four RBHS students performed at the Mid-Missouri Louder Than a Bomb slam poetry competition finals after advancing from semi-finals the prior Saturday. They placed second runner-up...

Girls basketball wins over HHS in tight game

Girls basketball wins over HHS in tight game

Camryn DeVore January 26, 2019
After a tight game, girls' basketball took home another win on Friday with a ending score of 56-45.
Sophomore Ellie Barnett smiles big as she prepares to begin the second part of the Bruins routine. Barnett believes the team is ready to compete at state. This year we have gotten better at mostly everything, Barnett said. If we just don’t get nervous then everything we have will go [to state with us].

Cheer sparkles at state showcase

Allie Pigg November 29, 2018
The RBHS cheer team showcased their routine in preparation for state.
E-Sports Overwatch A team wins district championship

E-Sports Overwatch A team wins district championship

Isaac Parrish November 27, 2018
The Bruins won (3-0) in the final 3-match game of the Overwatch season against HHS on Nov. 16.
Teaching Professions teacher Gina Greenplate helps students with a project during her second hour Teaching Professions class. This class, along with Greenplates other classes, collected money for Lizzys Walk of Faith. The classes raised a total of $750. Photo by Allie Pigg.

Educators Rising brings awareness to pediatric cancer

Emily Oba October 5, 2018
Educators Rising were able to amass over $750 for pediatric cancer awareness from the dollar drive.
Zoe McDermit preforming at RBB Friday evening. Photo by Bailey Stover.

People of Roots n Blues n BBQ – Zoe McDermit

Bailey Stover September 29, 2018
Zoe McDermit, a Columbia native and Hickman High School graduate, spent her time Friday evening, the first day of the Roots n Blues n Barbecue festival, entertaining onlookers at Roots n Blues.
UNIQUE dance team offers tryouts

‘UNIQUE’ dance team offers tryouts

Amanda Kurukulasuriya August 28, 2018

Tryouts for Unique dance team are Wednesday, Aug. 29. Unique began three years ago at RBHS. The group offers inclusivity for everyone, especially African Americans, Coach Erica Wade said. This is her...

Photo by Chloe Green

Annual Bruin of my Life award fosters gratitude between students, staff

Allie Pigg November 1, 2017
Students may nominate someone for the Bruin of my Life award to express gratitude toward someone. Nominations are due Nov. 6.
Photo by Cassidy Viox

Unbalanced school recognition causes tension among successful students

Ji-Sung Lee December 5, 2016

[dropcap]A[/dropcap]s celebratory announcements are made over the intercom and students began to gather for an assembly, senior Ben Lopez feels no excitement for the groups they are about to congratulate....

Homecoming week begins

Homecoming week kicks off with assembly

Marco Rea October 4, 2015

Homecoming week ran from Sept. 28-Oct. 2nd. The theme was "Wish Upon a Bruin."  Students celebrated through lunch activities with homecoming queen candidates, dressing up during spirit days and the...

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