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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

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Educators advocating for safe schools protest on the side of the road prior to the board meeting on Dec 11.

Board of Education holds meeting, teacher’s union protests

Zay Yontz, Editor-in-Chief December 13, 2023

The Columbia Public Schools (CPS) Board of Education (BOE) held its monthly meeting Dec. 11. The BOE’s agenda allocated time for people to address policy concerns. Two speakers shared policy proposals...

Senior guard Charles Wilson looks for someone to pass too after picking up his dribble in the corner of the court.
Photo by Camryn DeVore.

Bruins win district championship for fourth year in a row

Camryn DeVore March 8, 2020
The boys' basketball team defeated Battle High School 52-49, becoming district champions for the fourth year in a row and will play in sectionals March 11.
Senior Cooper Deneke shakes his teammates hand as he is announced as one of the starters of the game Tuesday, Dec. 7. The team faced off against Battle, and walked into the game with a 5-3 record. Photo by Ana Manzano.

After tight game, boys’ varsity basketball takes win over Battle

Ana Manzano January 9, 2020

After a close JV game, the energy in the main gym was electric as students and parents waited for the boys' varsity basketball game to start on Tuesday, Dec. 7. The Bruins defeated Battle High School (BHS)...

Seven different groups perform in CPSs third annual Como Cow

Seven different groups perform in CPS’s third annual Como Cow

Isaac Parrish April 5, 2019

RBHS hosted CPS's third annual Como Cow lip sync competition April 3, sponsored by Children's Grove. The videos below are recordings of each group in order of occurrence. [vc_video link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmpORRre5HQ"]The...

Teachers from Battle perform on April 3 in the RBHS PAC to an audience of students from BHS, HHS, and RBHS.
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RBHS dance group ‘Gen Z’ wins 2019 Como Cow

George Frey April 4, 2019

The annual Como Cow Lip Syncing competition took place April 3 in RBHS’ Performing Arts Center (PAC) where RBHS, HHS and BHS fought for the title of best lip syncers. The profit made went to charity....

CPS esports clubs participate in esports exhibition Dec. 8

CPS esports clubs participate in esports exhibition Dec. 8

Isaac Parrish January 2, 2019

[vc_video link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZm9mgIQNK4"]RBHS, HHS and BHS Overwatch teams and teams from the Farmington R-7 and Central R-3 school districts come together to participate in a tournament...

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.
Junior Kennedy Robbins and sophomore Cassie Gray jump to block the ball during a match against California High School at the jamboree on August 23, while senior Kate Buster is poised to pass behind them.

Volleyball jamboree prepares team for start of season

Bailey Stover August 24, 2018
The Bruins tied with California High School (25-19, 20-25) and lost to local opponent BHS (24-25, 24-25) because of the jamboree’s 25 point cap.
BruCrew costumes at game generate controversy

BruCrew costumes at game generate controversy

Rochita Ghosh September 26, 2017
Vague dress policy leads to confusion when administrators prevent students from entering football game because of their 'offensive' attire.
Students make preparations for annual United Challenge event

Students make preparations for annual United Challenge event

Nicole Schroeder March 23, 2016
The third annual United Challenge, which will take place Apr. 28 at Battle High School, will allow for students with disabilities to compete against other high schools from around the district, and has provided a unique experience for past and present volunteers.
New professional record studio open to all CPS students

New professional record studio open to all CPS students

Cam Fuller September 30, 2015

The high school music scene in Columbia has been steadily growing. More and more teenage bands are beginning a new wave of amateur music writing, and much of it is because of the Academy of Rock, a music...

Students attend a youth advisory council Saturday, Oct. 4. Photo by Abby Kempf

Youth advisory council takes root in Columbia

Abby Kempf October 6, 2014

Junior BHS student Sloane Scott's dream of youth involvement in government is finally materializing as Columbia is gaining a Youth Advisory Council. On Saturday, Oct. 4 she held a youth summit at the Activity...

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