• September 17Varsity VBall vs. STEM
  • September 18Late Start Wednesday
  • September 19Varsity VBall vs. Daniel
  • September 19Varsity Soccer vs. Cristo Rey
  • September 23NO SCHOOL - Teacher In-Service
  • September 24Varsity VBall vs Midland
  • September 26Varsity VBall vs. STEM
The Student News Site of Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy

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A Day Under the Moon
In Kansas, over 54% of all civil seizures happen during traffic stops.
Modern Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform and Judaism’s Two Cents on Reform
Many banned books sit around collecting dust in the closets of Kansas’ public schools, meanwhile the important message of what lies inside just sits and waits to be read.
Banning Book Bans: Follow This Year’s 2023-24 Social Justice Project
Attendees of IC from the Mid-America region (Kansas City, Minnesota, St. Louis, and Omaha) get together to take a picture showing their love for BBYO.
Look at all Those Jews: the Experience of Jewish Teens at International Conventions
5 Days in the HBHA PTO Rams Cafe
5 Days in the HBHA PTO Rams Cafe
Photo by Noah Bergh
A Day Under the Moon
One of HBHA's new addition animals, the mourning gecko, licking droplets of water off the glass.
The HBHA Zoo: A Quick Introduction to the Animals of the HBHA Science Lab
Middle school students welcome Kansas Governor Laura Kelly to HBHA.
Governor of Kansas Laura Kelly Visits HBHA in Support of the Jewish Community
The first thing HBHA changed to blue was the school logo. Image by Elia Ellis.
Maroon or Blue: Is HBHA Changing the School Colors?
LGBTQ+ People In History And How They Impact Our World Today
LGBTQ+ People In History And How They Impact Our World Today
The Mystery Across the Street
The Mystery Across the Street
Big Campaign, Small Margins: Inside the Run for Kansas State Legislature with Dan Osman
Big Campaign, Small Margins: Inside the Run for Kansas State Legislature with Dan Osman
It’s Fur Real-There’s a new animal shelter in KC
It’s Fur Real-There’s a new animal shelter in KC
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Kansas Teens Announce Candidacy for 2018 Gubernatorial Election
Races for House and Senate Seats Heat-Up in Kansas and Missouri
Races for House and Senate Seats Heat-Up in Kansas and Missouri
A year like no other: 2020 recapped
A year like no other: 2020 recapped
The First Female & Black Vice President and another Old Guy in Office-- What’s new in Politics?
The First Female & Black Vice President and another Old Guy in Office– What’s new in Politics?
Just When We Thought A Pandemic Was Enough: Now, The Masks You Wear To Protect Yourself Jeopardize The Environment
Just When We Thought A Pandemic Was Enough: Now, The Masks You Wear To Protect Yourself Jeopardize The Environment
The impeachment process is happening: What does that really mean?
The impeachment process is happening: What does that really mean?
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Let My People Stay: Jewish Leaders Arrested On Capitol Hill After Demanding A Clean Dream Act
Rams on the Run: A Partnership with University Academy
Rams on the Run: A Partnership with University Academy
Rams on the Run: A Successful Cross Country Meet
Rams on the Run: A Successful Cross Country Meet
Rams on the Run: Rams Conquer Tucker’s Tremendous Tower
Rams on the Run: Rams Conquer Tucker’s Tremendous Tower
Rams on the Run: Jewish Hip-Hop Poet Visits KC
Rams on the Run: Jewish Hip-Hop Poet Visits KC
Photo by Adena Goldberg. Sophomore Sam Matsil shows off his strength as he lifts the Torah.
Six-Column-Sam!
Personification of the silenced media.
Media Coverage Strays from War in Ukraine
The Climeworks DAC+S system, located in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Turning Up the Heat on Climate Change: Iceland’s 0.42 Acres of Carbon Redemption
On patrol in North East Bamyian with Kiwi Team One, performing both mounted and dismounted patrols The NZ PRT Bamyan is tasked with maintaining security in Bamyan Province. It does this by conducting frequent presence patrols throughout the province. The PRT also supports the provincial and local government by providing advice and assistance to the Provincial Governor, the Afghan National Police and district sub-governors. Thirdly the NZ PRT identifies, prepares and provides project management for NZAID projects within the region. These are contracted to Afghan companies who hire local workers to assist with the completion of these projects. Thus each project provides new amenities, and also provides employment in the region.
The Fall of Afghanistan
baby and mom during a coronavirus pandemic
States Begin Removing Mask Mandates: What Does This Mean For The Future Of The Pandemic?
Tensions Peak As North Korean Missile Reaches 480 Mile Heights
Tensions Peak As North Korean Missile Reaches 480 Mile Heights
The Missouri House of Representatives chamber. Photo by Flickr.
Why did the Missouri House update their dress code for women?
The memoir dives into Kanders struggles and triumphs through his battle with PTSD. Photo by Ethan Sosland.
Jason Kander’s War with Identity: An Exclusive Interview
Fueling a Recession: A Student Perspective on Volatile Gas Prices
Fueling a Recession: A Student Perspective on Volatile Gas Prices
Inside NFT’s: What are they and why are they so successful?
Inside NFT’s: What are they and why are they so successful?
A New Era for Amazon: Jeff Bezos Steps Down as CEO
A New Era for Amazon: Jeff Bezos Steps Down as CEO
HBHA Civil Rights Learning in 2024
HBHA Civil Rights Learning in 2024
Photo by Noah Bergh
A Day Under the Moon
JVS sign at their Kansas City, Mo. office. Photo by Ruby Sokol.
Jewish Vocational Services KC Offers Life-Changing Support to Refugees
Kelly Reichman: Art Teacher and Inspiration to All
Kelly Reichman: Art Teacher and Inspiration to All
Three first-graders, (left to right) Caleb, Max, and Liam learn about growing trees. When I went to visit and take some pictures for this article, I saw this class reading to their trees which according to Max Lerner, promotes growth and is good for the trees. Photo by Teddy Zitron.
Learning Through Art in Lower School
The Great “Value” of Leadership: Arrogance, Humility, and Joseph’s Untimely Death
The Great “Value” of Leadership: Arrogance, Humility, and Joseph’s Untimely Death
Attendees of IC from the Mid-America region (Kansas City, Minnesota, St. Louis, and Omaha) get together to take a picture showing their love for BBYO.
Look at all Those Jews: the Experience of Jewish Teens at International Conventions
Three first-graders, (left to right) Caleb, Max, and Liam learn about growing trees. When I went to visit and take some pictures for this article, I saw this class reading to their trees which according to Max Lerner, promotes growth and is good for the trees. Photo by Teddy Zitron.
Learning Through Art in Lower School
High School students look to their future with anticipation. Photo by Ellie Glickman.
Preparing for the New Jewish Reality on Campus
Rosh Chodesh is for the Women
Rosh Chodesh is for the Women
The Great “Value” of Leadership: Arrogance, Humility, and Joseph’s Untimely Death
The Great “Value” of Leadership: Arrogance, Humility, and Joseph’s Untimely Death
Rosh Chodesh is for the Women
Rosh Chodesh is for the Women
Parshat Mishpatim begins by outlining the laws of slave owning. Why isn't slavery immediately abolished? (Graphic by Ellie Glickman)
Parshat Mishpatim: Permitted Slavery?
Students gasping at a girl who’s elbows are uncovered
Dress Code and Tzniut in Jewish Schools
On Rosh Hashana, the Jewish people celebrated the world turning 5,784.
Parshat Bereishit: Do Science and Judaism Contradict Each Other?
Picture of Paul Atreides about to go into battle on the movie screen. Photo by Molly Soloman
Dune II: The New Star Wars? No, but Maybe Better
The social expectations of competitive dance cause many curly-haired dancers to straighten their hair.
Is My Curly Hair Not Good Enough For Dance Competitions?
Three first-graders, (left to right) Caleb, Max, and Liam learn about growing trees. When I went to visit and take some pictures for this article, I saw this class reading to their trees which according to Max Lerner, promotes growth and is good for the trees. Photo by Teddy Zitron.
Learning Through Art in Lower School
Student Noah Bergh plays the popular Jewish folk song, “I am a Latke.” Photo by Simon Balanoff.
Jewish Musicians’ Contributions during Times of Persecution
A photo displaying three variations of the 2024 Mean Girls movie.
New Mean Girls Movie (2024): Fetch? I Think Not.
The current Kansas City Royals stadium is located in Jackson County, Missouri.
Let’s Go Royals! How Was Opening Day 2024?
HBHA’s girls' varsity girls soccer team poses together on media day.
The Girls’ Team Kicks Off Their Varsity Soccer Season
Auerbach smoking a cigar behind Bill Russel after winning the 1966 NBA Finals. (Via Wikimedia Commons)
The Bereshit of Basketball
Retired Rams Return to the Court to Reminisce and Rebound
Retired Rams Return to the Court to Reminisce and Rebound
HBHA Rams Rise to the Challenge: Varsity Boys Basketball Season Tips Off with Unusual Lineup
HBHA Rams Rise to the Challenge: Varsity Boys Basketball Season Tips Off with Unusual Lineup
Depiction of a male who is influenced by toxic masculinity values choosing between two options, each representing the two genders. The tool is meant to show masculinity, which is why the male in the photo is choosing it. The spatula is meant to display femininity, as cooking is seen to be a woman’s job and role in relationships.
Exploring Masculinity: From Strength to Toxicity
The social expectations of competitive dance cause many curly-haired dancers to straighten their hair.
Is My Curly Hair Not Good Enough For Dance Competitions?
Discovering the Unique Benefits: A Personal Journey at HBHA
Discovering the Unique Benefits: A Personal Journey at HBHA
Gabrielle Sosland taking a picture of Orli Zigler and Dani Glickman on Lapse.
New No-Pressure Social Media App: Lapse
Gabrielle Sosland reading Torah during Thursday morning services.
How I’d Like to Start My Day at HBHA
HBHA Civil Rights Learning in 2024
HBHA Civil Rights Learning in 2024
Photo by Noah Bergh
A Day Under the Moon
Three first-graders, (left to right) Caleb, Max, and Liam learn about growing trees. When I went to visit and take some pictures for this article, I saw this class reading to their trees which according to Max Lerner, promotes growth and is good for the trees. Photo by Teddy Zitron.
Learning Through Art in Lower School
5 Days in the HBHA PTO Rams Cafe
5 Days in the HBHA PTO Rams Cafe
Clubbing at HBHA
Clubbing at HBHA
Image by Ethan Hobbs.
“We are the next chapter”: Ethan Hobbs Talks Earth-Based Judaism with Rabbi Philmus
The Pokémon Shadow Market of HBHA and Lower Schools across America: EXPOSED
The Pokémon Shadow Market of HBHA and Lower Schools across America: EXPOSED
Many Smash Bros Players use Joy-Con Switch controllers to decimate their enemies. Photo by Tali Gortenburg.
“Super Smash Bros” Players Smash any Sense of Security at HBHA
Though students all over the country have resumes similar to this, many of them are rejected from their dream schools. Image by Annie Fingersh.
The Horrible, No Good, Very Bad College Admission Process
The Great Jewish Debate: Ashkenazic or sephardic food?
The Great Jewish Debate: Ashkenazic or sephardic food?
Death or Glory: The Battle of the Mentoring Olympics
Death or Glory: The Battle of the Mentoring Olympics
Three first-graders, (left to right) Caleb, Max, and Liam learn about growing trees. When I went to visit and take some pictures for this article, I saw this class reading to their trees which according to Max Lerner, promotes growth and is good for the trees. Photo by Teddy Zitron.
Learning Through Art in Lower School
What do Kindergarteners think about Kindergarten?
What do Kindergarteners think about Kindergarten?
The 4th and 5th graders singing for all their families at the winter showcase. Photo by Elia Ellis.
A Look Into Lower School’s Winter Showcase
The Class of 2032 is Cuter Than Ever: Get to Know This Year's Kindergarteners
The Class of 2032 is Cuter Than Ever: Get to Know This Year’s Kindergarteners
Second Graders’ Reveal Their Poetic Side in the 10th Annual Poetry Cafe
Second Graders’ Reveal Their Poetic Side in the 10th Annual Poetry Cafe
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Ruby Sokol, Writer

Ruby Sokol is a sophomore at HBHA and is working in the position of Co-Junior-Editor in Chief for her second year on Rampage. Sokol fills her time outside of school with dance, volleyball, soccer, and basketball. She also participates in school clubs including the Student Council, Musical Prayers, and Sources of Strength. This year, Sokol looks forward to her new leadership role and can’t wait for all the new articles she is going to write. Sokol describes herself as an outgoing, compassionate, and hard-working person ready to tackle this year head-on. 

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JVS sign at their Kansas City, Mo. office. Photo by Ruby Sokol.

Jewish Vocational Services KC Offers Life-Changing Support to Refugees

Ruby Sokol, Writer • May 1, 2024

Jewish Vocational Services was founded in 1949 and has continuously been helping immigrants feel welcomed to Kansas City. JVS is a non-profit organization in Kansas City, Mo., and it was started to help...

Ram Fans Sports Weekly 4/20

Ram Fans Sports Weekly 4/20

Ruby Sokol, Writer • April 17, 2024

Tuesday, April 16th - The HBHA varsity girls’ soccer team was up against Daniel Academy. The previous day, the varsity girls’ soccer team fought and struggled the most during this game against Northland...

Rosh Chodesh is for the Women

Rosh Chodesh is for the Women

Ruby Sokol, Writer • February 23, 2024

Rosh Chodesh is a Jewish holiday celebrating the beginning of the month. Rosh Chodesh has many connections to the female body and to women as a whole. Because of that connection, it is gifted as a holiday...

Dancers on stage before the show.

The Teachings and Hidden Secrets of the Jewish Nutcracker

Ruby Sokol, Writer • December 11, 2023

For the last three years, Encore at the J has been putting on The Jewish Nutcracker at the JCC in Overland Park, Kan... Maggie Osgood Nicholls, Director of Encore at the J, is the creator, writer, and...

Gabrielle Sosland taking a picture of Orli Zigler and Dani Glickman on Lapse.

New No-Pressure Social Media App: Lapse

Ruby Sokol, Writer • December 8, 2023

Lapse is a new, free social media application developed by Ben Silvertown. This app functions similarly to a digital camera using a filter it applies on all of the pictures taken on Lapse. When someone...

Mrs. Kolb with her students.

New Kindergarten Teacher: Stephanie Kolb Joins the HBHA Family

Ruby Sokol, Writer • November 3, 2023

When sitting in the kindergarten classroom in the morning at the Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy (HBHA), this year you will see the new face of Stephanie Kolb. Kolb is a teacher that’s constantly engaging...

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