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The News of The Blake School Since 1916

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The News of The Blake School Since 1916

The Spectrum

Members of the hockey team huddle on the ice during their five to zero win at the Osseo/Maple Grove Ice Rink on Nov. 9.

Girls’ Hockey Gears Up For New Season

Esther Lee, Contributing Writer December 9, 2024

The girls’ hockey program is known for its commitment to both individual skill development and team dynamics coached by head coach Kristi King. The captains this season are Malika Chebaclo ‘25 and...

Mental Health in Sports: Closely Tied, Beneficial or Detrimental?

Isabella Valdesolo and Evie Hjelm December 9, 2024

The benefits of exercise and sports cannot be overstated. From their major health benefits to helping manage stress and providing increased energy, physical activity can make a huge difference in anyone’s...

Community Judiciary Board Reconvenes

Eva Gleason, Staff Writer October 7, 2024

The Community Judiciary Board (CJB) election represents a peaceful and intentional transition of power. CJB is widely recognized by students as their community representative in disciplinary hearings...

Traff stands in front of her pieces in the Bennett Gallery when the show was being set in August

Successful Photographer Returns to Alma Mater

Gabriella Marmet, Co-Editor-In-Chief September 30, 2024

“Being able to connect with new people is something I feel even more passionately than the photography itself,” describes Traff. She has been given the amazing opportunity to meet very interesting...

Flames of Bennett Gallery Rumors Extinguished

Flames of Bennett Gallery Rumors Extinguished

Lilah Johnson, Page Editor September 30, 2024

Featured Bennett Gallery artist Thea Traff ‘09 has photographed many celebrities, including Post Malone, the Rolling Stones, Jessica Chastain, and Billy Joel. All these photographs hang in the Bennett...

Top left: Kumar (Sophomore Class Representative), Michelle Pham ‘27 (Sophomore Class President), Eckes (Junior Class President) , Kaylee Chen ‘25 (Senior Class Representative), Stella Wyatt ‘27 (Sophomore Class Representative), Tarafder (Junior Class Representative), Zellie Olson ‘25 (Student Body President), Omar Kaba ‘25 (Senior Class President)
Not Pictured: Raiden Chen '26 (Junior Class Representative)

Wishful Students Elect Forum Representatives

Dillon Kaiser, Contributing Writer May 30, 2024

Every year, all 9th,10th, and 11th grade students can run for class president and representatives for the student government, known as Forum. For the upcoming 2024-25 school year, five rising sophomores,...

Antonia Pflaum '27's spilled popcorn scattered on the movie theater floor.

Dune Movie Reviewed

Antonia Pflaum, Staff Writer March 20, 2024

If you’re someone who loves action, a good thrill and complex plots, Dune: Part Two is certainly a great candidate for your next watch. This exhilarating and visually stunning tale takes audiences down...

One benefit of traveling is getting new pictures in locations not available in your hometown.

Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Lilah Johnson, Staff Writer March 15, 2024

There’s no better feeling than going to the airport. I love to travel, and there’s no better time than the two weeks off from school at the end of March. It’s usually still cold in Minnesota in March...

Most of the Chinese IV class, including Rossalyn Moore ‘25, Macaella Sikhoya ‘25, Emma Connor ‘25, Kai Capistrant ‘25, Sophia Peterson ‘25, and Anya Agrawal ‘25 perform their dragon dance with excitement during the Chinese New Year Celebration.

Chinese New Year Celebration Succeeds

Anna Tao and Yoni Zacks March 14, 2024

On February 13th, 2024, students and faculty successfully constructed the second annual Chinese New Year celebration. Through colorful performances, witty moderators, delicious food, and interactive booths,...

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