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Before becoming the new Assistant Dean of Students, Mr. Duarte taught Catholic Faith, Philosophy, and Speech & Debate on campus for the last 12 years. 

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Mr. Duarte: More Than an Assistant Dean on Campus
Kylie Kaminsky, Staffer • December 10, 2024

Mr. Duarte is Cathedral Catholic’s new Assistant Dean of Students on campus and he is much more than just his title. Mr. Duarte has been a...

8th grade visitors experience their first high school pep rally at Dons Day.

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Dons Day Welcomes Eighth Graders to our Community
Carlin Fretwell, Staffer • November 18, 2024

It’s a day where 8th graders from across San Diego get a taste of what attending CCHS is like through pep rallies, campus tours, games, and...

The Generate Hope Foundation is committed to walking alongside survivors of sex trafficking, fostering change and inspiration in women’s lives in their healing journey.

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Right Now, Dons are Generating Hope!
Charlie Corney, Student News Editor • November 18, 2024

San Diego is known as a top vacation spot for many. With its beautiful beaches, lively city, and famous zoo, people have found San Diego to be...

A Cabaret performance is a mixture of music and storytelling with a performer onstage accompanied by an orchestra down below.

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The Cathedral Cabaret Has Become A Mainstay Of The Dons Drama Community, One Must Ask Why It Matters To So Many
TJ Campbell, Staffer • November 7, 2024

This article is part of a series focused on this year’s motto of Unum: Engage, which highlights how students engage as one in different groups...

On top of an already accomplished season, the Girls Cross Country team took 4th place in Division 3 at State.

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Girls Cross Country Scores Success at the Finish Line
Liesel Sellerberg, Staffer • December 10, 2024

This article is part of a series focused on this year’s motto of Unum: Engage, which highlights how students engage as one in different groups...

The Girls Golf Team breezed through their season, with various notable achievements. 

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Girls Golf Team Swings Through the Season
Carlin Fretwell, Staffer • December 10, 2024

This article is part of a series focused on this year’s motto of Unum: Engage, which highlights how students engage as one in different groups...

The Cathedral Catholic Girls Tennis team had a tremendous season, coming back as Western League Champions and dominating the City Conference Western League Championships.

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Girls’ Tennis Served Success this Season
Liesel Sellerberg, Staffer • November 20, 2024

This article is part of a series focused on this year’s motto of Unum: Engage, which highlights how students engage as one in different groups...

The Boys' Water polo team has had an amazing season as they continue their CIF State run. 

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Boys’ Water Polo Dives Into an Unforgettable Season
Kylie Kaminsky, Staffer • November 20, 2024

This article is part of a series focused on this year’s motto of Unum: Engage, which highlights how students engage as one in different groups...

God can be the most pivotal role model in your life if you choose to embark on the journey He has for you.

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Rooted in Faith: Building Strong Relationships With God
Adrianna Elsass, Staffer and Publicity & Outreach Lead • December 16, 2024

Building a relationship with God is a personal yet transformative journey that looks different for everyone. It is a process of growing in faith,...

This stained glass window at the Cathedral of Saint Paul features many saints, testifying to their influential legacy.

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Turn to the Saints on Campus as our Role Models
Charlie Corney, Student News Editor • December 10, 2024

Francesca Cabrini came to America from Italy in 1889 to find poverty, disease, and crime. She viewed this as a challenge, not as the end. Cabrini...

Known as the 'YouTube Priest’ or podcast host for Bible or Catechism in a Year, Fr. Mike Schmitz is a well-known Catholic priest from Minnesota.

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Exclusive Father Mike Schmitz Interview: The Priest’s Journey And Advice
Charlie Corney, Student News Editor • October 2, 2024

On Friday, September 20, an esteemed, celebrated, and very popular priest in the Catholic community visited Cathedral Catholic. Cathedral has...

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen his new cabinet members for his second administration, with some controversy arising on the qualifications and ideology of certain members.

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Trump Unveils Bold Cabinet Member Picks
Pearl Smith, World News Editor • December 10, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has quickly chosen his new cabinet members after winning the presidential election on November 5, 2024. His cabinet...

The anticipated election took place on Tuesday, November 5th; now, it’s time to look at various levels of results.

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The Results Are In: National, State, and Local 2024 Election Outcomes
Summer Grant, Staffer • November 18, 2024

Tuesday, November 5th marked the highly anticipated 2024 U.S. election, with the presidency, various congressional seats, and local issues contested....

On October 1st, 2024, Claudia Sheinbaum was sworn in as President of Mexico, crossing a noteworthy frontier.

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Claudia Sheinbaum’s Inauguration Makes History: Mexico’s First Female and First Jewish President
Summer Grant, Staffer • November 5, 2024

Just last month, Mexico entered a remarkable new era. On Tuesday, October 1st, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo was sworn in as the President for a six-year...

A player enjoys the addictive puzzle game—Block Blast!— from the comfort of their iPad during one of their breaks.
Block Blast!: What’s the Hype?
Emily Kovarik, Staffer • December 16, 2024

While grabbing a coffee, in the hallways at school, or waiting to checkout at the grocery store, you can’t help but notice the vibrant screens...

San Diego may not be experiencing a white Christmas like the one seen in the photo, but there’s still plenty of fun things to do this holiday season! 

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4 Fun Things To Do around San Diego this Holiday Season!
Chloe Mullen, Staffer • December 16, 2024

Happy holidays! This year, San Diego has a lot of special things you can do with your friends and family this holiday season. I made sure to...

Spotify Wrapped 2024 brings disappointment to previously excited Spotify users. Top artists and songs are no surprise, but the features the Wrapped didn’t include are.

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Spotify Wrapped 2024: Music Trends, Surprises, and the Internet’s Reactions
Mae Kordas, Staffer • December 16, 2024

On December 4th, Spotify Wrapped dropped for more than 650 million users worldwide. Spotify had teased the arrival of their Wrapped feature for...

The Unrivaled league is a way for WNBA players to play during the offseason while not having to go out of the country. Typically, players don’t make enough money in the regular season, causing most to play overseas in the offseason. 

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Unrivaled: The New Off-Season Women’s Basketball League
Maddie Stevens, Staffer • December 4, 2024

Multiple overseas basketball leagues are available to players in the offseason, often paying a better price than the WNBA. A common problem-...

Lifelong Dodger fan Mr. Gonzalez with his Dodger bobble heads. Gonzalez celebrated the Dodgers' sweep of the Yankees in this latest World Series.
World Series 120: The Historic Rivalry Renewed
Maddie Stevens, Staffer • November 12, 2024

The Dodgers and Yankees have a World Series rivalry that dates back to the 1941 games. They’ve matched up twelve times, with the Yankees having...

Unlike many other professional sports, hockey has been slow on the uptake to appoint women as a part of their coaching staff. This has all changed with the appointment of Jessica Campbell as an assistant coach of the Seattle Kraken.

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Jessica Campbell Becomes The First Female Coach In The NHL
Chloe Mullen, Staffer • November 12, 2024

Recently, the first female coach in the NHL has been appointed in the male-dominated sport. Coach Jessica Campbell of the Seattle Kraken is an...

After a year of rap feuds and hit singles, does Kendrick Lamar's sixth studio album do justice to this highly-acclaimed rapper's repertoire? 

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Kendrick Lamar, After Rap Feuds And Hit Singles, Releases a Sixth Studio Album. Returning To His West Coast Roots, Is GNX A Fitting End To An Eventful Year?
TJ Campbell, Staffer • December 16, 2024

Disclaimer:  The lyrics of this album are explicit. Listener discretion is advised, and this article does not imply endorsement of such language. Rating:...

Tyler The Creator reveals his fears of commitment and unresolved issues with loved ones in his latest album Chromakopia. It might be his most personal album yet, but is it his best?

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Chromakopia By Tyler The Creator Has Dropped. It Is Mr. Okonma’s Most Personal Album Yet, But Is It His Best?
TJ Campbell, Staffer • December 4, 2024

Disclaimer: The lyrics of this album are explicit. Listener discretion is advised, and this article does not imply endorsement of such language. Rating:...

School spirit contributes to a more positive high school experience. Groups like ASB and the cheer team play an important role in helping foster that school spirit.

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Beyond the Field: Why School Spirit is Key to Positive Campus Culture
Adrianna Elsass, Staffer and Publicity & Outreach Lead • December 4, 2024

At Cathedral, school spirit isn’t just about showing up for sports games or sporting our school colors, it’s a vital part of what makes our...

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