The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

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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

Feature photo by Eléa Gilles.

Students to sacrifice objects and behaviors for Lent

Ji-Sung Lee April 13, 2017
Often associated with the Easter holiday, Lent is a religious season in which people may choose to give up habits or objects.
Art by Joanna Yu

Animals offer comforting connection beneficial to emotional health

Ji-Sung Lee March 17, 2017
For some RBHS students, animals and pets can create an even stronger bond than those with people. Learn more about how these furry creatures offer humans security and love.
The RBHS Bruin Girls rehearse in preparation for upcoming competitions. Photo by Asa Lory.

Bruin Girls to place at National Dance Alliance

Ji-Sung Lee March 6, 2017

[dropcap]D[/dropcap]espite losing six seniors from last year's competition team, the RBHS Bruin Girls team yet again secured itself a spot at the National Dance Alliance (NDA) Championship.  This year’s...

Feature photo by Abby Blitz

Halloween traditions decrease as high schoolers age

Ji-Sung Lee October 28, 2016

As Oct. 31 nears, the excitement for creative costumes and carved pumpkins increases for children who anticipate filling bags with candy and other sweet treats.   For high schoolers, however, the evening...

Photo by Elea Gilles

Columbia water quality called into question

Multiple Authors October 27, 2016
A look into the effect of lead and copper contaminants on the water quality levels plaguing the nation, and its effects on Columbia, Mo.
Junior third baseman Ashleigh McKinley hustles to field the ball in order to get an out at first. Photo by Cassidy Viox

District loss to Blue Springs South ends softball season

Ji-Sung Lee October 9, 2016
On Oct. 8, the RBHS softball team had an unfortunate end to their season in the form of a heartbreaking loss against Blue Springs South in district play. Read about it here.
Freshman Dylan Van Hise reaches for a chicken sandwich, provided by the CPS dinner program, as he waits for his ride. The program supplies students who stay after school with food to carry them through the later hours of the day.  The service is open to anyone in the community. Photo by Kristine Cho

District begins to offer school dinners

Rochita Ghosh September 30, 2016
Columbia Public Schools has begun to offer a dinner option at the high schools in addition to their current breakfast and lunch options.
The school that never sleeps

The school that never sleeps

Ji-Sung Lee May 24, 2016

Early morning: Freshman Emily Oba turns the key to enter the school building and start another day. It's 6 a.m, and freshman Ariana Hughes is already at school.  As a swimmer, she’s at Hickman with...

Give me credit or give me death

Give me credit or give me death

Ji-Sung Lee May 20, 2016

[heading]Athletes put enough time, effort into sports to earn physical education credits[/heading] Ever since I could walk, sports have been a vital part of my life. Whether it was ballet at age three,...

Track athletes continue to prepare for district meet

Track athletes continue to prepare for district meet

Ji-Sung Lee May 13, 2016

Push it: Junior thrower Ben Lopez begins his load before throwing a shot put at practice in preparation for the track’s district tournament. While some athletes complain of shin splints, soreness and...

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