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”
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
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
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. Photo by John Paul De Vera, Director of Marketing and Branding
Exclusive Father Mike Schmitz Interview: The Priest’s Journey And Advice
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
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
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
Brands put a lot of thought and money into creating the best campaign that will appeal to their target audience. Photo by Avel Chuklanov on Unsplash
Why is Everyone so Obsessed with Super Bowl Ads?
Kendrick Lamar’s outfit used symbolism to connect to his music during the halftime show of Super Bowl LIX. Credit to Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Outfit Could be the Catalyst for a Fashion Revolution
The Philadelphia Eagles definitively triumphed in Super Bowl LIX. Photo by Casey Murphy on Unsplash
Super Bowl LIX: The Redemption Game
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
Brands put a lot of thought and money into creating the best campaign that will appeal to their target audience. Photo by Avel Chuklanov on Unsplash
Why is Everyone so Obsessed with Super Bowl Ads?
Kendrick Lamar’s outfit used symbolism to connect to his music during the halftime show of Super Bowl LIX. Credit to Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Outfit Could be the Catalyst for a Fashion Revolution
Beyoncé accepts the Best Country Album award for "COWBOY CARTER" onstage during the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards. Her win for that specific award was one of the major surprises for the night. Photo by Kevin Winter via Getty Images for The Recording Academy
2025 Grammys Recap: Winners, Surprises, and LA Fires
Director Brady Corbet poses during a photocall after receiving the Silver Lion for Best Director for 'The Brutalist' during the award ceremony of the 81st Venice Film Festival on September 7, 2024 at Venice Lido. The Golden Lion is one of the most prestigious prizes in the film world. To win it means to be the best in your field of filmmaking as a director and shows the acclaim the film has garnered. Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP via Getty Images
Adrien Brody Shines in this Story that Reveals the Twisted Reality that is The American Dream
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
The Philadelphia Eagles definitively triumphed in Super Bowl LIX. Photo by Casey Murphy on Unsplash
Super Bowl LIX: The Redemption Game
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 20: The Ohio State Buckeyes celebrate with the trophy after beating the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 34-23 in the 2025 CFP National Championship at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 20, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. Photo by Paras Griffin via Getty Images)
From Bracket to Glory: How the New College Football Playoff Format Shaped This Year’s Championship
At this year’s 2025 Australian Open, Jannik Sinner has had the weight of a possible suspension hanging over his head after testing positive twice for the banned substance clostebol last year. Photo by Graham Denholm via Getty Images
High-Profile Doping Cases in Tennis Reveal Lack of Fair Play
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. Photo by ghariza mahavira on Unsplash
Unrivaled: The New Off-Season Women’s Basketball League
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
Pope Francis blesses a child, demonstrating his importance as a spiritual leader for millions of Catholics. Photo Credit to ansehen on Pixabay
Pope Francis’ Health Battle: What We Know So Far
Throughout colleges in California, students are facing the repercussions of budget cuts to their college experience from class sizes, decline in financial aid, and fewer resources. Photo by Dom Fou on Unsplash
The Hidden Cost of Budget Cuts: How Reduced University Funding Impacts Students
Hundreds of cargo shipping containers sit on a container ship at the Port of Oakland, California. The ship, and many others like it, carry around 2,000,000 containers full of imports into the singular port annually according to the Port Of Oakland. Photo Credit to REUTERS/Carlos Barria
What Will A Tariff Cost You?
The number "5432" is written on the ice rink, referencing American Eagle flight 5342, at the Wichita Ice Center, where some of the plane crash victims of the flight attended the U.S. Figure Skating High Performance National Development Camp, in Wichita, Kansas, U.S., January 30, 2025. Photo Credit to REUTERS/Nick Oxford
Tragedy in the Sky: The D.C. Helicopter Crash and its Aftermath
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
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
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
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
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
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
Pope Francis blesses a child, demonstrating his importance as a spiritual leader for millions of Catholics. Photo Credit to ansehen on Pixabay
Pope Francis’ Health Battle: What We Know So Far
Throughout colleges in California, students are facing the repercussions of budget cuts to their college experience from class sizes, decline in financial aid, and fewer resources. Photo by Dom Fou on Unsplash
The Hidden Cost of Budget Cuts: How Reduced University Funding Impacts Students
Hundreds of cargo shipping containers sit on a container ship at the Port of Oakland, California. The ship, and many others like it, carry around 2,000,000 containers full of imports into the singular port annually according to the Port Of Oakland. Photo Credit to REUTERS/Carlos Barria
What Will A Tariff Cost You?
The number "5432" is written on the ice rink, referencing American Eagle flight 5342, at the Wichita Ice Center, where some of the plane crash victims of the flight attended the U.S. Figure Skating High Performance National Development Camp, in Wichita, Kansas, U.S., January 30, 2025. Photo Credit to REUTERS/Nick Oxford
Tragedy in the Sky: The D.C. Helicopter Crash and its Aftermath
With all of the stress of today's world, taking time to write daily can truly help people find their own voice. Photo by Unseen Studio on Unsplash
The Benefits of Writing Daily (and the Dangers of Letting AI Write For You)
This half-torn poster of Mac Miller encapsulates his life. Since it was cut short, it almost feels that fans only got half the picture of what his life could have been. Photo by Taylor Deas-Melesh on Unsplash
Balloonerism By Mac Miller: An Upbeat Coda to an Artist Gone too Soon
CCHS teachers and faculty who are constantly putting in countless hours into the community, shaping the future. Photo from CCHS
Dedication Behind the Desk: Teachers’ Commitment to Wellness and Balance
This spread of nutritious foods capture the essence of the 80% of the 80/20 diet rule. Photo by Monika Grabkowska on Unsplash
How the 80/20 Diet Rule Could Promote Sustainable Wellness
In a world full of chaos, taking time to unwind and find ways to limit outside stress in one’s life is crucial. Photo by Luis Villasmil on Unsplash
The Benefits of Limiting Stress
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
With all of the stress of today's world, taking time to write daily can truly help people find their own voice. Photo by Unseen Studio on Unsplash
The Benefits of Writing Daily (and the Dangers of Letting AI Write For You)
This half-torn poster of Mac Miller encapsulates his life. Since it was cut short, it almost feels that fans only got half the picture of what his life could have been. Photo by Taylor Deas-Melesh on Unsplash
Balloonerism By Mac Miller: An Upbeat Coda to an Artist Gone too Soon
With one tap of a finger, social media spreads news that isn’t always reliable. Photo by dole777 on Unsplash
Rising Reliance on Social Media: How the Public Is Shaping the Future of News
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? Photo from Curated Lifestyle on Unsplash
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?
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? Photo by Austin Neill on Unsplash
Chromakopia By Tyler The Creator Has Dropped. It Is Mr. Okonma’s Most Personal Album Yet, But Is It His Best?
A photo of the book "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer, featuring the iconic cover which symbolizes temptation and forbidden love, central themes in the story. Photo by Emily Kovarik
Biting Into Twilight
Ronald Reagan at the peak of his career acting in the Western film "The Bad Men," in 1941. Reagan had a fondness for these types of movies due to his love of horseback riding. It also showcases he parlayed his limited acting ability into a successful political career. Photo by Underwood Archives via Getty Images
A Man Who Lived By Fantasy That Changed The Reality Of The 20th Century
If you are trying to unwind from a busy day, 68% of stress can be relieved through reading. Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash
Reading: More Than Just a Hobby
Cover of the viral novel Klara and the Sun
DONS READS: Klara and the Sun
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
CCHS teachers and faculty who are constantly putting in countless hours into the community, shaping the future. Photo from CCHS
Dedication Behind the Desk: Teachers’ Commitment to Wellness and Balance
This spread of nutritious foods capture the essence of the 80% of the 80/20 diet rule. Photo by Monika Grabkowska on Unsplash
How the 80/20 Diet Rule Could Promote Sustainable Wellness
In a world full of chaos, taking time to unwind and find ways to limit outside stress in one’s life is crucial. Photo by Luis Villasmil on Unsplash
The Benefits of Limiting Stress
Much of the most important advice in life is simple but not easy, such as to take each day as your last and live in the moment. Photo by Aziz Acharki on Unsplash
Right Here, Right Now: The Power of Living in the Moment
As students growing up in a transforming world, it can be challenging to stay aware while also having a healthy relationship with the news. What can we do to pursue this? Photo by Javy Luzania on Unsplash
Handling the Headlines: Our Relationship with the News
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Dons win 2nd-straight CIF title (link to photos)

Dons win 2nd-straight CIF title (link to photos)

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
June 5, 2012
Nationally ranked Dons seek 2nd straight CIF title

Nationally ranked Dons seek 2nd straight CIF title

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
April 27, 2012
Dons’ season ends with loss to Alemany

Dons’ season ends with loss to Alemany

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
March 16, 2012
Dons rally past Aztecs, move on in state playoffs

Dons rally past Aztecs, move on in state playoffs

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
March 8, 2012

Dons state tourney tipoff at home on Wednesday, March 7 at 7 pm

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
March 4, 2012
Dons defeat Buccaneers, win CIF title

Dons defeat Buccaneers, win CIF title

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
March 3, 2012
Dons advance to CIF finals

Dons advance to CIF finals

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
February 29, 2012
Dons prepare for Saints in CIF semi-finals

Dons prepare for Saints in CIF semi-finals

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
February 27, 2012
Serrano Plaza dedicated as completion nears

Serrano Plaza dedicated as completion nears

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
February 1, 2012
Dons basketball team reaches for CIF title and more

Dons basketball team reaches for CIF title and more

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
January 23, 2012
Dons get sixth shutout of season, win CIF title

Dons get sixth shutout of season, win CIF title

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
December 5, 2011

Dons shut out Pointers, advance to Qualcomm

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
December 2, 2011
Dons run over Hornets, advance to semi-finals

Dons run over Hornets, advance to semi-finals

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
November 26, 2011
Dons defeat Saints, win Eastern League

Dons defeat Saints, win Eastern League

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
November 12, 2011
Dons prepare for explosive Saints team in Holy Bowl

Dons prepare for explosive Saints team in Holy Bowl

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
November 8, 2011

Dons continue to roll with win over Mira Mesa

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
November 5, 2011

Dons spoil Hornet’s homecoming with 28-3 victory

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
October 29, 2011
Derek Thomas watches Dons football from the sidelines

Dons win big for D-Rock in homecoming game

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
October 22, 2011

Dons shutout Patrick Henry, lose starter in league opener

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
October 15, 2011
Dons make statement with upset victory over Eastlake

Dons make statement with upset victory over Eastlake

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
October 1, 2011
Dons, Bogart rebound with shutout of Olympian Eagles

Dons, Bogart rebound with shutout of Olympian Eagles

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
September 24, 2011
Dons outplayed, overwhelmed by Helix Highlanders

Dons outplayed, overwhelmed by Helix Highlanders

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
September 17, 2011
Dons score dramatic win in road opener vs. Torrey Pines

Dons score dramatic win in road opener vs. Torrey Pines

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
September 10, 2011
Dons win season opener vs. Steele Canyon 27-7

Dons win season opener vs. Steele Canyon 27-7

Billy Slane, Sports Editor
September 3, 2011
For 2011-12 : ipads, new courses,..Beach Boys?!

For 2011-12 : ipads, new courses,..Beach Boys?!

Billy Slane, Staff Writer
June 20, 2011
Daniel Camarena goes from Don to Yankee

Daniel Camarena goes from Don to Yankee

Billy Slane, Staff Writer
June 12, 2011
Dons, Camarena beat El Cap, win Div III baseball title (video)

Dons, Camarena beat El Cap, win Div III baseball title (video)

Billy Slane, Sports Writer
June 4, 2011
Key Club's tea party a smashing success

Key Club’s tea party a smashing success

Billy Slane, Staff Writer
May 5, 2011
Varsity baseball team in prime condition for CIF tournament

Varsity baseball team in prime condition for CIF tournament

Billy Slane, Staff Writer
April 14, 2011
CCHS to implement online P.E. courses in 2011-2012 school year

CCHS to implement online P.E. courses in 2011-2012 school year

Billy Slane, Staff Writer
March 18, 2011
Repair cost determined for bleacher incidents

Repair cost determined for bleacher incidents

Billy Slane, Staff Writer
March 18, 2011
Sophomore loves MMA challenges

Sophomore loves MMA challenges

Billy Slane, Staff Writer
November 11, 2010
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