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Rinnosuke Shibata (’27), Student Editor

Rinnosuke Shibata is a second-year student editor at The Diplomat. He has a strong passion for journalism and believes that The Diplomat is the best way to bring the whole school community together. He is a member of the class of 2027. He primarily focuses on school news, features, and reviews. Outside of school, Rinnosuke enjoys spending time with his family and traveling around the world.

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Location: Kegon Falls (Nikko, Tochigi)

A Fresh Retreat: Grade 11 Travels to Nikko for the first time

Rinnosuke Shibata (’27), Student Editor
September 11, 2025
Teacher and Traveller: Mr.Ensign hits his 100-country Milestone This Summer

Teacher and Traveller: Mr.Ensign hits his 100-country Milestone This Summer

Rinnosuke Shibata (’27), Student Editor
September 10, 2025
SMIS Carnival from the 1970's

More than Just Fun: School Carnival Brings the Whole Community Together

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
May 27, 2025
A Tribute to our Dedicated Librarian, Ms.Odate

A Tribute to our Dedicated Librarian, Ms.Odate

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
May 27, 2025
St.Marys Summer Adventure!

St.Marys Summer Adventure!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
May 15, 2025
St.Mary's Block Party!

St.Mary’s Block Party!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
May 8, 2025
St. Mary's Students Take The Digital SAT!

St. Mary’s Students Take The Digital SAT!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
May 1, 2025
Eighth Graders With the Trash they Collected

Eighth Graders Contribute to the Environment

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
April 24, 2025
Say Hello to Dr.Andy Davies!

Say Hello to Dr.Andy Davies!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
April 10, 2025
Experienced Journalist from the Asahi Shinbun visited St.Mary's

Experienced Journalist from the Asahi Shinbun visited St.Mary’s

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
March 13, 2025
St.Mary's Celebrates International Women's Day

St.Mary’s Celebrates International Women’s Day

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
March 6, 2025
Grade Six Students Take An Insightful trip

Grade Six Students Take An Insightful trip

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
March 4, 2025
The best "new" budget phone?

The best “new” budget phone?

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
February 27, 2025
Grade 6 Students Enjoyed a Snowy Adventure!

Grade 6 Students Enjoyed a Snowy Adventure!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
February 20, 2025
Cameras Rolling, Action!

Cameras Rolling, Action!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
February 13, 2025
Ireneus Hieromini ('27)

Habari!(Hello) High schooler from Tanzania provides insights about Tanzania

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
February 6, 2025
Superlatives from last year!

ATTENTION! Don’t Miss your Chance to Shine!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
January 30, 2025
Long Time Residents of St.Mary's: The Parakeets

Long Time Residents of St.Mary’s: The Parakeets

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
January 28, 2025
St.Mary's Alumni Affected by the LA Wildfire

St.Mary’s Alumni Affected by the LA Wildfire

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
January 16, 2025

St.Mary’s Readathon

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
January 14, 2025
Every Footstep Counts: Grade 7 Walkathon

Every Footstep Counts: Grade 7 Walkathon

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
January 9, 2025

St.Mary’s Completes the “Movember” Challenge!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
November 27, 2024
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iPad 10th Generation

iPad 10th Generation

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
November 14, 2024
Coach Yabui at the Kanto tournament finals (2004)

Titans Wrestling: More Than Just A Sport

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
October 31, 2024
Meet The Staff at St.Mary's!

Meet The Staff at St.Mary’s!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
October 24, 2024
Meet the Staff at St.Mary's!

Meet the Staff at St.Mary’s!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
October 24, 2024
Bullying Prevention moth pledge banner

Bullying Prevention Month

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
October 24, 2024
Library council: From Bookshelf to Helping Society

Library council: From Bookshelf to Helping Society

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
October 2, 2024
iphone 16 - Worth the Upgrade?

iphone 16 – Worth the Upgrade?

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
September 22, 2024
The Sky has no limits:

The Sky has no limits:

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
September 16, 2024
Mr. Polley Returns After Years at Sea!

Mr. Polley Returns After Years at Sea!

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
September 9, 2024
70th anniversary at St.Marys is the final year for Mr.Kagei

70th anniversary at St.Marys is the final year for Mr.Kagei

Rinnosuke Shibata, (’27)
September 9, 2024
10th Graders taking a group photo at Uno Island

Fostering New Relationships in the 10th Grade Retreat!

Rinnosuke Shibata, Sangjin(SJ) Lee, and Kaito Parsons
September 9, 2024
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