The varsity boys baseball team during their win against Union High School. Photo Credit to Brandon Pollard
Boys Baseball Swings into Their Season
The Girls and Boys Swim and Dive teams are having a strong start to their season. Photo from CCHS Dons Swim and Dive Instagram
Girls and Boys Swim and Dive: Diving into the Season Undefeated
Students on the latest Quest 12 retreat in March 2025 are encouraged to step outside of their comfort zone and form bonds with one another. Photo by CCHS
Junior Retreat Fosters Friendship, Fun, and Faith
Students on the robotics team grow their ability to problem solve and collaborate. Photo from CCHS Official Website
Robotics at Cathedral: Pacific Steel Fosters Community and Challenge
With a 4-1 record so far this season, Girls Lacrosse is hopeful to continue the path to success. Photo Credit to CCHS Girls Lacrosse
Girls Lacrosse Shoots for A Successful Season
Students on the robotics team grow their ability to problem solve and collaborate. Photo from CCHS Official Website
Robotics at Cathedral: Pacific Steel Fosters Community and Challenge
Taken at the end of the third annual TEDx event, this image includes everyone involved in making the event possible from the committee to the speakers. Photo Provided by TEDx CCHS Youth
TEDx CCHS Youth: Inspiring Voices, Unforgettable Moments, and a Growing Legacy
As we enter into fourth quarter, it is the final months of high school for our beloved seniors, who are filled with anticipation for what comes next. Photo via Unsplash
Cathedral Students Have Bright Horizons!
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”
The varsity boys baseball team during their win against Union High School. Photo Credit to Brandon Pollard
Boys Baseball Swings into Their Season
The Girls and Boys Swim and Dive teams are having a strong start to their season. Photo from CCHS Dons Swim and Dive Instagram
Girls and Boys Swim and Dive: Diving into the Season Undefeated
With a 4-1 record so far this season, Girls Lacrosse is hopeful to continue the path to success. Photo Credit to CCHS Girls Lacrosse
Girls Lacrosse Shoots for A Successful Season
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
Students on the latest Quest 12 retreat in March 2025 are encouraged to step outside of their comfort zone and form bonds with one another. Photo by CCHS
Junior Retreat Fosters Friendship, Fun, and Faith
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
The bankruptcy of the popular biotech company 23andMe has sparked more conversation about the handling of our genetic information. Photo by Getty Images from Unsplash
The End of the Gene Era? 23andMe’s Bankruptcy and its Impact on the Industry
The collapse of a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has caused outrage and concern among the most impacted people and around the world. Photo by Tristan Sosteric on Unsplash
“We Want to Live”: Why the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Collapsed, and What Happens Now
Many public school districts in California have issued layoff notices due to decrease in school budgets.
CA Public School Teachers and Staff Experience Mass Layoffs
COVID-19 has changed many aspects of society from community involvement, to mental health, and norms on socializing. Photo by Gabriella Clare Marino on Unsplash
Five Years Later: How COVID-19 Transformed Us
Contagious illnesses like measles and bird flu have infected people unusually this winter, sparking concern around the world. Photo Credit to Edgar Soto via Unsplash
2025 Measles Outbreak: What You Need to Know
The bankruptcy of the popular biotech company 23andMe has sparked more conversation about the handling of our genetic information. Photo by Getty Images from Unsplash
The End of the Gene Era? 23andMe’s Bankruptcy and its Impact on the Industry
The collapse of a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has caused outrage and concern among the most impacted people and around the world. Photo by Tristan Sosteric on Unsplash
“We Want to Live”: Why the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Collapsed, and What Happens Now
Many public school districts in California have issued layoff notices due to decrease in school budgets.
CA Public School Teachers and Staff Experience Mass Layoffs
COVID-19 has changed many aspects of society from community involvement, to mental health, and norms on socializing. Photo by Gabriella Clare Marino on Unsplash
Five Years Later: How COVID-19 Transformed Us
Contagious illnesses like measles and bird flu have infected people unusually this winter, sparking concern around the world. Photo Credit to Edgar Soto via Unsplash
2025 Measles Outbreak: What You Need to Know
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.
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?
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
The oversaturation of online and in-person thrifting has led to dramatic pricing differences, like the ones seen above, on Poshmark. Photo Collage by Chloe Mullen Photos from the Poshmark website
The History of Thrifting, And How It Has Changed Today
The spring season marks the beginning of the music festival season. Each big festival has its own unique culture that lures people to the events. Photo Credit to Pixabay
‘Tis the Season of Music Festivals
Mar 24, 2024; Spokane, WA, USA; Yale Bulldogs guard John Poulakidas (4) battles San Diego State Aztecs guard Lamont Butler (5) for the ball in the second half at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Coming off of successful regular seasons four Division-I San Diego basketball teams made it to March Madness. Even with first-round losses, the teams brought hope and excitement for college basketball in San Diego. Photo Credit to Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
March Madness Heartbreak: San Diego Teams Knocked Out Early
The chilling case of Ruby Franke has become a nationwide issue, shedding light on kids' monetization in social media. Image by Pexels from Pixabay
The Devil Does Yotube: Examining the Dark Side of Social Media
The success of women's soccer, especially here in San Diego with the Wave, has inspired many young girls to excel in the sport. Photo by My Profit Tutor on Unsplash
From Role Models to Real-World Athletes: How Women’s Soccer is Empowering Young Girls
The oversaturation of online and in-person thrifting has led to dramatic pricing differences, like the ones seen above, on Poshmark. Photo Collage by Chloe Mullen Photos from the Poshmark website
The History of Thrifting, And How It Has Changed Today
The spring season marks the beginning of the music festival season. Each big festival has its own unique culture that lures people to the events. Photo Credit to Pixabay
‘Tis the Season of Music Festivals
The chilling case of Ruby Franke has become a nationwide issue, shedding light on kids' monetization in social media. Image by Pexels from Pixabay
The Devil Does Yotube: Examining the Dark Side of Social Media
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
Mar 24, 2024; Spokane, WA, USA; Yale Bulldogs guard John Poulakidas (4) battles San Diego State Aztecs guard Lamont Butler (5) for the ball in the second half at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Coming off of successful regular seasons four Division-I San Diego basketball teams made it to March Madness. Even with first-round losses, the teams brought hope and excitement for college basketball in San Diego. Photo Credit to Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
March Madness Heartbreak: San Diego Teams Knocked Out Early
The success of women's soccer, especially here in San Diego with the Wave, has inspired many young girls to excel in the sport. Photo by My Profit Tutor on Unsplash
From Role Models to Real-World Athletes: How Women’s Soccer is Empowering Young Girls
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
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
Lean On Me leaders Skylar Sunshine ‘25 and Addison Redfield ‘25 during Red Ribbon Week. Photo provided by CCHS Lean on Me
Lean on Me: A Campus Community for Mental Health
Many students like to get work done at cafés like this one, setting up their space with a notebook open and a coffee cup nearby on the table. Photo by Unseen Studio on Unsplash
Caffeine and Cramming: What’s the Deal with Coffee Shop Studying?
With the end of the semester approaching, it is crucial that students stay on top of their work with resources like NHS tutoring. Photo by Scott Graham on Unsplash
NHS Tutoring: Free and Available Now!
“Normal People” by Sally Rooney is a short romance novel that covers the complicated relationship between two people and how their differences always seem to drive them apart.
Sally Rooney’s Normal People: A Character-Driven Rather Than Plot-Driven Novel
This photo was created using an AI Image Generator Deep AI. It showcases the powers of AI in the education world. Photo Generated by Deep AI
Teachers vs. AI: The Future of Education in a Digital World
With the end of the semester approaching, it is crucial that students stay on top of their work with resources like NHS tutoring. Photo by Scott Graham on Unsplash
NHS Tutoring: Free and Available Now!
This photo was created using an AI Image Generator Deep AI. It showcases the powers of AI in the education world. Photo Generated by Deep AI
Teachers vs. AI: The Future of Education in a Digital World
With new technology constantly changing, it’s important to find out what type works best for you and your studies. Photo by Miguel Tomás on Unsplash
Is Technology-Based Learning Worth It?
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
Lean On Me leaders Skylar Sunshine ‘25 and Addison Redfield ‘25 during Red Ribbon Week. Photo provided by CCHS Lean on Me
Lean on Me: A Campus Community for Mental Health
Many students like to get work done at cafés like this one, setting up their space with a notebook open and a coffee cup nearby on the table. Photo by Unseen Studio on Unsplash
Caffeine and Cramming: What’s the Deal with Coffee Shop Studying?
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
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
“Normal People” by Sally Rooney is a short romance novel that covers the complicated relationship between two people and how their differences always seem to drive them apart.
Sally Rooney’s Normal People: A Character-Driven Rather Than Plot-Driven Novel
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
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
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