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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

Top 5 Holiday Movies to Watch this Season

Top 5 Holiday Movies to Watch this Season

Ben Lim November 30, 2021

As the holiday season rolls around, people are starting to look for good holiday movies to watch. But what qualifies as a holiday movie? Personally, a holiday movie is defined as a movie that keeps a holiday...

Sydney Dorvil ‘23, Team USA Synchronized Skater, Balances Academics & Athletics

Sydney Dorvil ‘23, Team USA Synchronized Skater, Balances Academics & Athletics

Mina Rossi, Contributing Writer November 30, 2021

Sydney Dorvil ‘23, a member of Team USA Synchronized Skating, demonstrates the immense amount of hard work and time commitment it takes to excel at a sport like figure skating. Traveling every weekend,...

Collegiate Sports Recruitment Process

Collegiate Sports Recruitment Process

Cleo Kilpatrick, Staff Writer November 7, 2021

Some athletes at Blake are at ease now because many have committed to colleges for their sports and they feel relieved and excited. Lucio Bollettieri ‘22 who is verbally committed to Colorado College...

Caribou Offers Refreshing Summer Drinks

Caribou Offers Refreshing Summer Drinks

Cleo Kilpatrick, Staff Writer May 28, 2021

Are you getting tired of ordering the same drink before school? Caribou is my go-to coffee spot, especially in the morning. I love that itís local and the baristas are usually super friendly. Here are...

Juice Cleanse Experiment

Juice Cleanse Experiment

Carly Shoemate, Contributing Writer May 28, 2021

In January of 2020, my dad and I decided to try a juice cleanse for the first time, mostly out of curiosity. We did no research but settled on the "Take it Easy" 2 day cleanse from Truce Juice in Minneapolis....

Although Wagner loves energy drinks, a survey was sent to the student body asking if they enjoy energy drinks and why. Above, the pie chart represents the 102 responses with a majority not consuming them. Some responses for why students choose not to have energy drinks included: not enjoying the taste, not wanting to consume artificial sugar, and not enjoying the way it makes them feel.

Energy & Coffee Drinks Boost Spirits, Liveliness, Mood

Clare Wagner, Contributing Writer May 28, 2021

Freshman year, a time of general curriculum classes, being scared of everyone, and overall distress. The one thing that became my shining beacon of hope in my sad world of being 14 years old was Red Bull....

Are Cumbl Cookies Worth the Hype?

Are Cumbl Cookies Worth the Hype?

Charlotte Opp and Rowan Wallin May 28, 2021

Crumbl Cookies is a nationwide cookie company that has gotten a lot of publicity lately. Crumbl Cookies are trending on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook because of their unique presentation, store, and...

Homemade Ice Cream Recipe

Homemade Ice Cream Recipe

Molly Seidel, Staff Writer May 28, 2021

Ice cream is a fun, refreshing treat that is especially popular in the summer. But, ice cream can sometimes be hard to reach and expensive. So, it is a wonderful idea to make homemade ice cream. Many ice...

Ben & Jerrys Speaks Out, Corporate Activism

Ben & Jerry’s Speaks Out, Corporate Activism

Mackenzie Higgins, Staff Writer May 28, 2021

Ben & Jerry’s is well known not only for its ice cream but also for its activism. In 1985, Ben & Jerry’s created the Ben & Jerry’s Foundation to fund organizations in Vermont and around...

Protein Drinks Benefit

Protein Drinks Benefit

Molly Seidel, Staff Writer May 28, 2021

Protein is very important when working out as it provides much-needed amino acids to build and repair muscles. and protein shakes and smoothies are on the rise. "The "sport-related" protein product sector...

Creative, Unique Ways to Safely Socialize During Global Pandemic

Creative, Unique Ways to Safely Socialize During Global Pandemic

Maggie Seidel, Managing Editor April 30, 2021

The omnipresent conversations about physical health, social distancing, and immunity have not muted students' inherent desire for social engagement and connection with friends. Rather, the lack of human...

Pictured above is Wolsfeld Woods Scientific and Natural Area located on Long Lake, MN. In addition to spending time hiking or walking in the wilderness, there are tons of other activities you can do outside. For instance,  Danny Andrade-Vera ‘23 states, “Nature is inspirational, so go do all your homework outside!”

Most Beautiful, Scenic Locations to Walk, Hike in Twin Cities

James Prince, Games & Ads Editor April 30, 2021

Clearing away the thick vegetation of an old-growth forest, a view of a creek running through a leafy valley into a lake appears. All that is around is the sound of birds chirping, the gurgling of the...

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