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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

Learn how to make Halloween decorations

Learn how to make Halloween decorations

Ethan Howard October 19, 2016

Welcome to Crafted!, a seasonal DIY blog. Throughout the school year, these posts will give you a step-by-step tutorial on how to make themed crafts that you can use for anything from home decor to functional...

Freshman Sophie Froese lays her head down on the desk during school. Photo by Eléa-Marie Gilles

Students should utilize RBHS resources to aid in finding careers

Emily Oba October 19, 2016
High schoolers seem to have a difficult time figuring out what interests them for a career. Many students go to college with an undecided major, but with all the opportunities given at RBHS they should try harder to figure it out.
By Eléa-Marie Gilles

Learning the American way

Eléa-Marie Gilles October 16, 2016

Religion is very important in the United States as compared to in Europe. Even for young or old people, students can show their religion in school. In France we can not in public school. In France, we...

Volleyball drops both sets against Hickman

Volleyball drops both sets against Hickman

Grace Dorsey October 14, 2016

The atmosphere was filled with tension as the volleyball team took its place opposite the net against the crosstown Hickman Kewpies Oct. 13. There was no doubt that the RBHS seniors were determined to...

State champion senior Julia Bower gives her all on the green as she lines up a putt

Girls golf eight strokes from state championship

Katie Whaley October 13, 2016
After a tough two day competition, the girls golf team placed second in the state championship. They ended a great season for the team and topping the high school careers for the two seniors.
By Vincent van Gogh, Photo by The Museum of Modern Art

Van Gogh’s art reveals life struggles

Moy Zhong October 13, 2016

A mention of the name “Vincent van Gogh” (1853 - 1890) often leads to the thought that he was the famed artist who cut off his own ear. Repeatedly seen as the epitome of the definition of a “starving...

Junior Sonya Hu and her beloved cat, Momo, take a break from work by cuddling together on her bed. Photo by Kristine Cho

Animals proven to benefit mental and physical health

Siena Juhlin October 12, 2016

Sophomore Kynsee Fennel has a special connection with her horse. After a hard stressful day at school, all of her worries disappear when she spends time with her beloved pet. As she brushes her horse,...

Exploring the Bur Oak tree

Exploring the Bur Oak tree

Cassidy Viox October 12, 2016

Contrary to the popular belief of most teenagers living in Mid-Missouri, Columbia can be a fascinating place if you take the time to explore the city and surrounding areas. As much as I complain about...

Feature photo by Cassidy Viox

Safe spaces provide students with places to feel protected

Nikol Slatinska October 11, 2016
Many RBHS teachers and counselors have safe space stickers outside of their classrooms, indicating secure places for students to go if they're dealing with personal problems.
Senior Brandon Rettke fights for possession of the ball in a district game. The Bruins begin postseason play next week. Photo by Cassi Viox

Bruins lose in penalties against district rival

Ji-Ho Lee October 11, 2016
In their final district game, RBHS looked to finish their regular season strong against district rival Jefferson City.
Featured image of theft by Cassidy Viox

Recent thefts lead students to question safety of possessions

Grace Vance October 11, 2016
In the past two weeks, students have reported multiple wallet thefts throughout the school.
Unofficial fan art by Miguel Mercado

The genius of Miguel Mercado

Joanna Yu October 11, 2016

Hey there, fellow citizen of the internet! Thanks for coming over to my little corner of Bearing News. My name is Joanna, and I am one of Southside Media’s artists. Like a great number of other artists...

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