Meet Mrs. Carlson, a teacher and cheer coach at Cathedral Catholic High School
Profile: Mrs. Carlson
Selfie by Mrs. Lopatka!
Profile: Mrs. Lopatka
Ms. Ashley and Ms. Austin pose for a photo before their afterschool rush.
Unsung Heroes of CCHS Sports: Ms. Ashley and Ms. Austin
Senior Advisors of the TEDx Committee: Blake Edwards, Nylah King-Boyd, Ellie Carrol, Matthew Korniczky, Anna Rawlins , Lea Belman, Megan Geall, Brady Edwards, Sofia Mah
Igniting Minds: Empowering High Schoolers Through TEDx
Left to right: Carlin Fretwell, William Kaseburg. Photo taken before 2023 Sears Cup in Lakewood, Texas
Profile: Liam Kaseburg
Sister Mary Elizabeth Lancaster is an African American nun from Baltimore Maryland whose body has reamined in tact and untouched after four years. Many Catholics believe in incorruptiblity. No investigation has been carried out yet to presume the cause of her body still in tact but further information is still being provided.
Body Still in Tact After 4 Years!
The war in Israel has brought up the topic of what role the Catholic Church plays in Israeli politics. The history behind the meaning of Jerusalem and the significance the city has played in the formation of the Catholic Religion is so important. Both the Vatican and Israel share a mutual respect for each other. The Vatican has expressed its primary concern for the conditions happening and announced October 27 as a day of fasting to end the war.
The Israel and Vatican Relationship: Navigating Faith and Diplomacy
St. Therese of Lisieux is a well known female saint who was named one of the three Doctors of the Church. She is the patron saint of florists and missions.
St. Therese of Lisieux
Mary, the mother of Jesus, is someone we can pray to for guidance and love.
Why Do We Pray To Mary?
The Pope’s Exorcist is one of the two demonic movies that is currently streaming on Amazon Video.
Two Demonic Movies To Watch or Not Watch This Summer
Meet Mrs. Carlson, a teacher and cheer coach at Cathedral Catholic High School
Profile: Mrs. Carlson
Selfie by Mrs. Lopatka!
Profile: Mrs. Lopatka
Ms. Ashley and Ms. Austin pose for a photo before their afterschool rush.
Unsung Heroes of CCHS Sports: Ms. Ashley and Ms. Austin
Senior Advisors of the TEDx Committee: Blake Edwards, Nylah King-Boyd, Ellie Carrol, Matthew Korniczky, Anna Rawlins , Lea Belman, Megan Geall, Brady Edwards, Sofia Mah
Igniting Minds: Empowering High Schoolers Through TEDx
Left to right: Carlin Fretwell, William Kaseburg. Photo taken before 2023 Sears Cup in Lakewood, Texas
Profile: Liam Kaseburg
The 2023 softball team cheesing after winning last years Western League.
Swinging into Spring: Girls Softball
Since the beginning of December, the Cathedral Catholic track team has already started preparing for the upcoming season.
Behind The Scenes: How the Track Team is Preparing For Another Successful Season
After our Dons defeated Scripps Ranch for the title as King of the North Champions, with a final score of 56-47.
Exciting Anticipation Surrounds the Start of the Basketball Season
The 2023 CCHS flag football team after the Dons won their first ever playoff game in school history
Ready to make history.
A Race to Remember: Cathedral Catholic Girls Cross Country Team Makes History at the State Meet
The Padres and Dodgers travel to Seoul, South Korea to face off.
Padres Opening Day In Seoul
Movie Poster for Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet (Tom’s Version)
If You Didn’t Watch the 2024 Grammys, Here’s the Highlights:
If You Didn’t Watch the 2024 Grammys, Here’s the Highlights:
The Super Bowl Unwrapped
The Super Bowl Unwrapped
Many car manufacturers from across the board have discontinued some of their most popular models, with no reason as to why, as they look towards the new year. Cars with names dating back to the 60s have been abruptly cancelled and many question the logic behind these decisions.
Why EV’s Are Discontinuing All Your Favorite Cars
Movie Poster for Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet (Tom’s Version)
If You Didn’t Watch the 2024 Grammys, Here’s the Highlights:
If You Didn’t Watch the 2024 Grammys, Here’s the Highlights:
Many car manufacturers from across the board have discontinued some of their most popular models, with no reason as to why, as they look towards the new year. Cars with names dating back to the 60s have been abruptly cancelled and many question the logic behind these decisions.
Why EV’s Are Discontinuing All Your Favorite Cars
The two most popular gifts that are given on Valentine’s Day are red roses and love letters!
Love Through the Centuries
Golden Globe Awards via indiewire.com
Glitz & Glamour: Golden Globe Awards Best Outfits
The Padres and Dodgers travel to Seoul, South Korea to face off.
Padres Opening Day In Seoul
The Super Bowl Unwrapped
The Super Bowl Unwrapped
Road to the Super Bowl
Road to the Super Bowl
This year has started off great for the Harbaugh family with a National Championship win, but is not over yet because a Super Bowl win might be on the way.
Harbaugh Family Dominance
College Jersey making by money
The Game-Changer: The Impact of NIL on College Sports
Women’s History Month is celebrated in March to recognize the achievements and contributions that all women have made throughout history. This years theme honors women who advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Sofia Bravo, 10th grade, watches Kate Middletons shocking and sad cancer announcement video.
Where is Kate Middleton?
Easter is on its way!!
Easter’s Approaches: Exploring the Traditions and Meanings of our Faith
Scarlett Martin ‘24 voted during 2024 Super Tuesday! On the first Tuesday of March, many states hold their primary elections. Read more below!
Super Tuesday Takeaways
The iconic Saint celebrated on March 17th, St. Patrick’s Day.
Unveiling Saint Patrick: Tracing the Rich History of the Iconic Saint 
Scarlett Martin ‘24 voted during 2024 Super Tuesday! On the first Tuesday of March, many states hold their primary elections. Read more below!
Super Tuesday Takeaways
Each vote seriously matters!
The Future Of 2024 Is Counting On You!
The “Road to 2024” is beginning to come to the forefront of voters minds. Many suspect that the 2024 Presidential Election will be yet another polarized battle between current President Joe Biden (left) and former President Donald Trump (right).
Understanding the 2024 Election
A recent Global Youth Climate Strike in San Diego. Over 3,000 young activists joined to demand action on climate change.
Empowering Voices: Youth Activism in Politics
Nancy Pelosi with her security team after home invasion.
How Many Millions: The Concerning Increase in Security Budget for Government Officials
Women’s History Month is celebrated in March to recognize the achievements and contributions that all women have made throughout history. This years theme honors women who advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Sofia Bravo, 10th grade, watches Kate Middletons shocking and sad cancer announcement video.
Where is Kate Middleton?
Easter is on its way!!
Easter’s Approaches: Exploring the Traditions and Meanings of our Faith
The iconic Saint celebrated on March 17th, St. Patrick’s Day.
Unveiling Saint Patrick: Tracing the Rich History of the Iconic Saint 
Dartmouth College updated its testing policy for the coming application cycle, indicating that it will be requiring SAT/ACT scores for next years applicants. What does this mean for the collegiate class of 2029? What is behind this controversy?
Dartmouth Requiring Test Scores for Class of 2029
Senior and Junior friends gather together for a group photo
My Masquerade Memoir 
This photo depicts how social media can be the strings that control our brains and influence our thoughts and decisions.
The Digital Dilemma: How Social Media is Shaping the Lives of Teens
Lessons in Chemistry, by Bonnie Garmus is Garmus debut novel. The historical fiction novel depicts the life of fictional character, Elizabeth Zott, as she works to gain respect as a woman in the workforce during the 1960’s
DONS READS: Lessons in Chemistry
Tower of Celsius, a very common energy drink among teenagers. These are very accessible and found at most grocery and convenience stores.
The Rising Trend of Caffeine Addiction
Promotion picture for the new TV show, Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
REVIEW: The New Percy Jackson TV Show
Season 2: Episode 19 Farewell to Fr. Martin
Season 2: Episode 18 All About AP Testing
Season 2: Episode 17 The Summer I Turned Pretty Book Review
Season 2: Episode 16 Tech Office
Season 2: Episode 15 Women’s History Month
Senior and Junior friends gather together for a group photo
My Masquerade Memoir 
Promotion picture for the new TV show, Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
REVIEW: The New Percy Jackson TV Show
Photo of a design from Ready To Wear the Spring/Summer 2024 collection of Chloe.
Fashion Week Favorites
Zoey Ronco ‘24 pictured with a Pinterest board of homecoming dresses that fit the new dress code. Female students must make the change from traditionally short dresses to maxi and midi lengths.
Past the Knee, Bend the Knee
During Red Ribbon Week, students are able to experience various activities that promote community and love. On this day, a petting zoo came onto campus, and students spent time with cute animals!
Why are CCHS Students Stripped of a Health Class?
Lessons in Chemistry, by Bonnie Garmus is Garmus debut novel. The historical fiction novel depicts the life of fictional character, Elizabeth Zott, as she works to gain respect as a woman in the workforce during the 1960’s
DONS READS: Lessons in Chemistry
Babel is a historical fantasy novel written by New York Times Bestselling Author, R.F. Kuang. The cover features the Oxford Translators Institute, standing alone in dominance above the background of the campus.
DONS READS: Babel
DONS READS: How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen
DONS READS: How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen
Into the Wild is a 1996 non-fiction book written by Jon Krakauer. It is an expansion of a 9,000-word article by Krakauer on Chris McCandless titled Death of an Innocent.
Book Review: Into the Wild
Reading is the perfect past time in the summer! Picking the perfect book for you will get you back into reading.
The Best Books to Read During Summer Break!
This photo depicts how social media can be the strings that control our brains and influence our thoughts and decisions.
The Digital Dilemma: How Social Media is Shaping the Lives of Teens
Tower of Celsius, a very common energy drink among teenagers. These are very accessible and found at most grocery and convenience stores.
The Rising Trend of Caffeine Addiction
The college admissions process has began which can be a rewarding yet self-destructing time, learn more about the mental health struggles of college admissions.
Navigating The Mental Health Challenges of College Admissions
One way to practice gratitude is by keeping a gratitude journal. This journal can help you reflect on the positive moments of your day or what you are grateful for. You can write in this journal throughout or once a day; the choice is yours!
Unveiling the Power of Gratitude
On iPhone and iPad, IOS 17 allows users to choose from a list of options to record how they are feeling throughout the day, and why.
Apple Introduces New Mental Health Features on iPhone
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Senior Campus Minister Kate Bieraugel 17 leads praise and worship at the junior retreat.

The Week in Pictures: January 17, 2017 – January 21, 2017

Carson Linxwiler, Photo Editor
January 27, 2017
CCHS student shows soul, or is it sole?

CCHS student shows soul, or is it sole?

Justine Apostol, Staff Writer
January 26, 2017
Retreat leaders, who are excited to serve God and their peers, huddle together after leading the freshman retreat.

Change of heart

Katelyn Gueco, Assistant Spiritual Editor
January 24, 2017
CCHS students, who are in Washington, D.C. on a trip organized by social studies teacher Christi Harrington, relax outside the Capital as they await the inauguration.

Trump thunders to presidency

Lauren Rabbitte, Staff Writer
January 21, 2017
The Dons for Life club prepares for take off at the San Diego airport Saturday morning. They proudly wear their sweatshirts with the YOLO slogan, which stand for You Only Live Once.

Dons for life walk for life

LeeAnne Bates, Sports Editor
January 21, 2017
Varsity water polo player Laura Larkin 18 sits on the pier of Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara as she gazes out into the sea planning her next game at the Tournament Of Champions.

The Week In Pictures: January 9, 2017 – January 13, 2017

Carson Linxwiler, Photo Editor
January 17, 2017
Leading the pack in a cross country invitational meet, CCHS student-athlete Martinez de Pinillos not only competes for first, but competes with himself to reach a faster personal record.

Running man

Nicole Barno, Staff Writer
January 17, 2017
CCHS boys varsity soccer player Jeroni Bertran 17 (right) awaits an incoming pass from a teammate, keeping his distance from the Bishops School defender.

Focus, defense pace Dons

LeeAnne Bates, Sports Editor
January 12, 2017
The sun kissed the sky goodbye over Del Norte High School before the CCHS freshman soccer teams match against DNHS.

The Week In Pictures: January 2, 2017 – January 6, 2017

Kelsey Bacinett, Editor-in-Chief
January 11, 2017
CCHS student Kate Ina ‘17 sketched her stance on social media, but more specifically regarding her recent break up with Twitter.

Bye-bye social media, hello real world

Sydney Calhoun, Managing Editor
January 10, 2017

Food for thought

Alexander Nicholas, Staff Writer
January 8, 2017

Catholic conundrum

Maddy Bass, Spiritual Life Editor
December 24, 2016
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