The Sophomore "Live the Call" retreat allows students to participate in service through CCHS's very own Zak Myers Food Pantry, which just opened last year. Photo Credit to Unsplash
Sophomore Retreat: Learning to “Live The Call” Through Service
The ashes that Catholics receive on our foreheads on Ash Wednesday remind us of our mortality and also invite us into repentance, a key aspect of the Lenten season. Photo Credit to Unsplash
Uncovering The Meaning of Lent
Ms. Somo, a new ASL teacher this year, brings with her a hopeful attitude. As a Deaf individual, she teaches ASL without using voice, giving her students more of the natural linguistic experience of the Deaf community. Photo Credit to CCHS
Ms. Somo: Get To Know A Positive New Teacher on Campus!
The Boys’ Lacrosse team poses together after the first game -- and first win! -- of the season. Photo from CCHS Boys Lacrosse
CCHS Lacrosse Team Sprints into a New Season
CCHS students rehearse for this winter's fun and memorable production “Once Upon a Mattress." Photo by Alex Rotunda ‘25
There’s Never a Dull Moment in “Once Upon A Mattress”
The Sophomore "Live the Call" retreat allows students to participate in service through CCHS's very own Zak Myers Food Pantry, which just opened last year. Photo Credit to Unsplash
Sophomore Retreat: Learning to “Live The Call” Through Service
The ashes that Catholics receive on our foreheads on Ash Wednesday remind us of our mortality and also invite us into repentance, a key aspect of the Lenten season. Photo Credit to Unsplash
Uncovering The Meaning of Lent
St. Francis de Sales, after whom our religion building is named, is the patron saint of writers and a Doctor of the Church. Image Credit to the website of Sisters “Daughters of St. Francis de Sales”
St. Francis de Sales: A Life of Grace, Patience, and Purpose
God can be the most pivotal role model in your life if you choose to embark on the journey He has for you. Photo by Aaron Burden on Unsplash
Rooted in Faith: Building Strong Relationships With God
This stained glass window at the Cathedral of Saint Paul features many saints, testifying to their influential legacy. Photo by Gianna B on Unsplash
Turn to the Saints on Campus as our Role Models
Ms. Somo, a new ASL teacher this year, brings with her a hopeful attitude. As a Deaf individual, she teaches ASL without using voice, giving her students more of the natural linguistic experience of the Deaf community. Photo Credit to CCHS
Ms. Somo: Get To Know A Positive New Teacher on Campus!
CCHS students rehearse for this winter's fun and memorable production “Once Upon a Mattress." Photo by Alex Rotunda ‘25
There’s Never a Dull Moment in “Once Upon A Mattress”
Mock Trial allows students the opportunity to meet great attorneys and learn what it's like to be a real lawyer. Photo from CCHS Mock Trial
Cathedral Catholic’s Mock Trial Team Makes Its Case for Success
Career Day allows CCHS juniors to hear reflections from alumni so that they can consider their own career paths.
Juniors’ Futures: All About Career Day at Cathedral
Blake Webster, captain of the CCHS varsity soccer team, as he prepares for a game. Photo Credit to Tyler Williams
Blake Webster: Leader And Model Don
The Boys’ Lacrosse team poses together after the first game -- and first win! -- of the season. Photo from CCHS Boys Lacrosse
CCHS Lacrosse Team Sprints into a New Season
Crew, an often overlooked sport at Cathedral, is one of the most demanding in terms of effort, perseverance, and team coordination. Photo Credit to CCHS Crew
Rowing as One: Cathedral Catholic’s Crew Team
The senior powderpuff team “Fierro's Flash” after their first game win. Photo Credit to CCHS Powderpuff
Powderpuff Game Honors and Celebrates Mr. Fierro’s Legacy
The CCHS Girls Water Polo team is a great representation of this year's theme of Unum, or, One. Photo from CCHS Girls Water Polo
The Girls Water Polo Team: A United And Talented Group of Girls
The Cathedral Catholic girls team face off in a tip off to start one of their season games in January. Photo Credit: @itbdmedia and @cchsdonsgirlsbasketball on Instagram
Get Your Head in the Game: Basketball Stars at Cathedral Catholic
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Gender Disparity at the Michelin Awards
This stack features nine books from well-known African-American authors, activists, and sociologists from Colson Whitehead to none other than Frederick Douglass himself. The seventh book on this stack is the subject of the movie, an adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s famous work The Nickel Boys. Photo by Tim Wildsmith on Unsplash
The Nickel Boys By RaMell Ross: An Uneven Adaptation to Colson Whitehead’s Beloved Novel
Director Sean Baker, producers Alex Coco and Samantha Quan and cast and crew members win the Oscar for Best Picture for "Anora" during the Oscars show at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S., March 2, 2025. Photo from REUTERS/Carlos Barria
The 97th Oscars: Performances, Dominations, and Snubs
San Diego FC forward Chucky Lozano (11) warms up before the game against St. Louis CITY SC at Snapdragon Stadium. With this game, San Diego FC kicked off its inaugural season with an electrifying opening night, as a packed stadium of passionate fans watched the team battle against St. Louis. Despite several thrilling moments, the match ended in a tie, but brings hope to the future of soccer in San Diego. Photo Credit to Abe Arredondo-Imagn Images
San Diego FC: A Fresh Start for Soccer in America’s Finest City
Chappell Roan receives the Best New Artist award during the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, U.S., February 2, 2025. During her speech, she highlighted what she perceives as unfair treatment for upcoming artists. Photo Credit to REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni
Roan’s Acceptance Speech Highlights Unfair Treatment Within the Music Industry
There are far more male head chefs who lead Michelin-starred restaurants than female chefs, which reflects a greater gender disparity in the food industry. Image by https://bosskuart.etsy.com from Pixabay
Gender Disparity at the Michelin Awards
This stack features nine books from well-known African-American authors, activists, and sociologists from Colson Whitehead to none other than Frederick Douglass himself. The seventh book on this stack is the subject of the movie, an adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s famous work The Nickel Boys. Photo by Tim Wildsmith on Unsplash
The Nickel Boys By RaMell Ross: An Uneven Adaptation to Colson Whitehead’s Beloved Novel
Director Sean Baker, producers Alex Coco and Samantha Quan and cast and crew members win the Oscar for Best Picture for "Anora" during the Oscars show at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S., March 2, 2025. Photo from REUTERS/Carlos Barria
The 97th Oscars: Performances, Dominations, and Snubs
Chappell Roan receives the Best New Artist award during the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, U.S., February 2, 2025. During her speech, she highlighted what she perceives as unfair treatment for upcoming artists. Photo Credit to REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni
Roan’s Acceptance Speech Highlights Unfair Treatment Within the Music Industry
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Why is Everyone so Obsessed with Super Bowl Ads?
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San Diego FC: A Fresh Start for Soccer in America’s Finest City
Athletes all over the world have begun to prioritize their social media presence in order to build a platform and name for themselves across apps such as Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Photo Credit to Unsplash
From the Field to the Feed
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Super Bowl LIX: The Redemption Game
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High-Profile Doping Cases in Tennis Reveal Lack of Fair Play
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Trump Presents Executive Order to Make English the Official Language of the U.S.
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What Happens With (and Without) USAID?
Microsoft's Majorana 1 quantum computing chip employs a new form of topological qubit that has only been theorized in the field previously, but many are skeptical of the claim that these qubits would make quantum computing only years away. Courtesy of Microsoft/Handout via REUTERS
Microsoft’s Groundbreaking Majorana 1 Quantum Chip: Why Topological Qubits Probably Don’t Exist
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Trump Presents Executive Order to Make English the Official Language of the U.S.
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2025 Measles Outbreak: What You Need to Know
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Microsoft’s Groundbreaking Majorana 1 Quantum Chip: Why Topological Qubits Probably Don’t Exist
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Cathedral Catholic’s cross country team and coaches celebrate their 2023 state championship victory.
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Cathedral Catholic’s cross country team and coaches celebrate their 2023 state championship victory.
The Power of Coaches To Influence Student-Athletes’ Success and Well-Being
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Dedication Behind the Desk: Teachers’ Commitment to Wellness and Balance
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The Benefits of Limiting Stress
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In a bold move that has sparked controversy, President Donald Trump has issued an executive order calling for English to be designated the official language of the United States. Photo by Joshua Hoehne on Unsplash
Trump Presents Executive Order to Make English the Official Language of the U.S.
Pearl Smith, World News Editor • March 18, 2025

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order to designate English as the official language of the United States.  According to Truthout,...

Trump’s administration is working to dismantle USAID, an organization promoting humanitarian causes and US interests around the world. Effects could be life-changing and affect our relations with other countries. Photo Credit to Davit Everett Strickler on Unsplash
What Happens With (and Without) USAID?
Summer Grant, Staffer • March 13, 2025

The first weeks of President Donald Trump’s second term have been intense. Supporters have cheered on Trump’s actions, while critics have...

Musk speaks at the Presidential Inauguration of President Trump. In his speech, Musk attempted a gesture extending his “heart” to the audience but this gesture has been interpreted in many ways, with some likening it to a Nazi salute. Photo by Christopher Furlong via Getty Images
Billionaire turned Co-Head of Dept. Of Efficiency: The Many Hobbies of Elon Musk
Lucy Miller, Staffer • February 10, 2025

For the large majority, the American Dream is a lost ambition that chipped away with the gold rush and the end of industrialization. But for...

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. Photo by Donald Teel on Unsplash
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. Photo by Brandon Mowinkel on Unsplash
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. Photo by Chantel on Unsplash
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...

On Tuesday, September 10th, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump took the stage at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia for their first presidential debate. This debate was the candidates’ first in-person meeting, making the event especially historic. Photo by Jigar Panchal on Unsplash
Harris-Trump Debate: A Highly Anticipated and Intense Spectacle
Summer Grant, Staffer • October 2, 2024

On Tuesday, September 10th, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump took the stage at the National Constitution Center...

Political participation is an important part of being a citizen of the United States. But what role does our Christian faith have in politics? Photo from Pixabay
How Does Faith Inform Our Politics?
An Election Special
Chloe Mullen, Staffer • September 17, 2024

As the election approaches, political clashes become more frequent and intense. In these often tense times, God calls us to trust and follow...

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
Sarah Brown, Editor-in-Chief • March 22, 2024

On March 5th, 16 states and one territory voted in their presidential primaries and caucuses, marking Super Tuesday. This year revealed several...

Each vote seriously matters!
The Future Of 2024 Is Counting On You!
Robert Hernandez, Staffer • February 13, 2024

You can smell the sweat dripping off the soon-to-be president’s face. The cold stillness as the crowds begin to settle and all eyes are drawn...

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
Brooke Quirarte, Editor • February 8, 2024

With the heat of the 2024 election beginning to accelerate, the primary elections are starting to promote the powerful candidates and question...

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
Pearl Smith, Beat Editor • January 26, 2024

Imagine a school buzzing with energy, where education meets awareness, and every student becomes a more educated and opinionated member of society....

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