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Staff Editorial: Francis I explores progressive ideals

When Pope Francis I was elected last year, few knew what to expect. The little known cardinal was recognized mostly for being a man for the people, but exactly how that would translate to his papacy...

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Staff Editorial: Students not entirely to blame for poor class performance

A purpose of our education is to cultivate students capable of recognizing their shortcomings, owning up to their mistakes, and gaining a strong sense of self discipline. All of this is not possible if...

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Staff Editorial: Participation grades unfairly reward extroverts

“Everyone should be contributing to our discussion,” the teacher says loudly over the quiet hum of the classroom. “Participation will be a very noteworthy part of your grade.” While some students have...

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Staff Editorial: New leadership should value student voices

As this community prepares to welcome new leadership, there are certain qualities in that leader that students should value. In a new president, we must search for open-mindedness, respect of...

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Staff Editorial: You probably won’t like this editorial…

We love to complain. We complain about backpacks in school, even though we never had them, and snow days because we suppose we deserve them. We’re pretty sure the chicken at Holiday Ball was raw, and...

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Staff Editorial: Online school lacked uniformity and caused stress

Between the Polar Vortex and thick, fast-falling snow, BSM students were treated to a grand total of six unplanned days off. However, “treated” may not be the right word, as only the first two days off...

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Staff Editorial: Too hot to handle?

Wait… what is it we’re supposed to be writing again? Oh yes yes, the Staff Editorial. Sorry about that, we got distracted; you see the girl in front of us is showing two inches of skin above her knee...

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Staff editorial: apathetic teens ruining America

Did you know that the federal government is currently debating passing a bill that would outlaw Netflix on the basis of corruption, fraud, and piracy? Well, you didn’t know that, because it’s not true....

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Staff Editorial: Problems that matter

As the school year has progressed, we have begun to notice the “Striving Together to Solve Problems that Matter” theme taking form at BSM. While only in its early stages, we, as a staff, would like to...

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Staff Ed: Freedom of the press

As a press organization, members of KE have received heat from the student body and administration for controversial pieces, and we’ve even had some incidents that have made national press. But we can...

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Staff Ed: Online Shaming

Over the summer Walter Palmer traveled to Zimbabwe on a big game hunting trip in the hopes of taking home a lifeless trophy. The lion he ended up shooting––in an area where he did not have a permit to...

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Staff Ed: Purpose of Extracurriculars

We are not coaches. We are not directors. We are not in charge. But from our perspective as students, we can tell you that too often it seems that activities and sports prioritize recognition and...

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Staff Ed: The college process should not leave students judged

You’ve probably noticed that college is a big deal. To many BSM students, it is the event of a lifetime. Maybe it’s because we’re competitive. Maybe it’s because we attend a college preparatory school....

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Staff Ed: The cost of activities is more than equipment

BSM is known for its school pride. As you walk down the hallway, red and white sweatshirts flood your vision. The same team spirit can be seen in our activities. From matching t-shirts to matching...

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Staff Ed: Black history is more than just one month

For every issue of the Knight Errant newspaper, the editorial staff meets to discuss the possible topics for our staff editorial. For this issue, our topic became clear after only a couple minutes: “We...

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Staff Ed: BSM’s students and faculty should strive to be more eco-friendly

At this year’s Oscars, we watched in excitement as Leonardo DiCaprio finally earned best leading actor. Instead of basking in his well-deserved glory, Leo brought to light an issue that plagues our...

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Staff Ed: Students must advocate for themselves and teachers must be open to...

When students ask for extra help or change within a class, they set an example for their peers who feel they are struggling. It is of the utmost importance that requests for change in education are...

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Staff Ed: The New Voices Minnesota Bill must be passed

As journalists at Benilde-St. Margaret’s, we are very fortunate to have supportive advisors and administrators who allow us to express ourselves freely in our publications. As a private, Catholic...

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Staff Ed: The new president must be for the students

Since the resignation of Dr. Gyolai in August, BSM has been in search of a new president. To help with the search, BSM named eight people to the official BSM President Search Committee, consisting of...

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Staff Ed: Teens’ use of social media makes others feel ostracized

As high school students living in a world seemingly dominated by social media, our number of followers, views, and likes are of the utmost importance. Not a weekend goes by without seeing what someone...

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