Protesters in the streets fighting for justice after the brutal death of George Floyd. The people suffered emotional and physical damage and are now awaiting $80M in reimbursements.
Cities in the United States pay $80 Million to Repay for the Injuries Caused in 2020 Protests
Kevin McCarthy speaks to reporters outside West Wing following debt limit discussion with President Joe Biden.the federal government may not have enough funds to pay all of its bills, which could lead to a default, causing the economy to suffer and borrow costs to rise.
Biden Meets with McCarthy to Discuss the “Tough” Debt Ceiling
This year has been an eventful one full of new experiences, from new theaters to international travel! But it’s not over yet, with Broadway San Diego Awards coming up next Sunday.
The End?
Lack of lockdown drills
Lack of lockdown drills
Image of Russian politicians Alexei Navalny and Vladimir Putin. Both politicians are at tension with each other as Putin sees Navalny’s actions over the past decade as a threat.
Russia: Poison, Prison, and Politics
The LeBron vs. Jordan GOAT Debate Who is the greatest of these two legends? Basketball greats LeBron James and Michael Jordan are competing for the title of GOAT. The debates are heated and touch on statistics and victories. Interested in diving into this debate? Go to ElCid.com to learn more!
Lebron V Jordan
Manny Machado expresses his anger toward teammate Fernando Tatis Jr. after a rough game in 2021.
Padres Key’s to Success
The Dons fought hard to take home their 25th Western League Championship Title. The baseball players celebrate their comeback against Saint Augustine High School to win 4-3, as pictured above.
They May be Rivals, but They are Hardly Competition
Kapi Coleman ‘23 pictured with Tori Bowie in 2018.
3x Olympic Medalist Tori Bowie Dead at 32
Fernando Tatis Jr. in the infield for San Diego Padres during a game on July 10, 2021.
The Return of El Niño
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!
Beams book is a touching story that has won the Teen Choice Award for Teen Movie: Drama. In this true story, protagonist Annabel’s miracle evokes intense emotion from the reader.
“Miracles from Heaven” Book Review
“Go Ask Alice” a banned novel written by a teenager girl in the 70’s, explores themes of addiction and other worldly struggles. Novels such as these should not be banned due to their educational opportunity to expose readers to the dangers of addiction.
“Go Ask Alice” Book Review
Mieko Kawakami’s novel, Heaven, explores the mind of an adolescent. She paints the scenes with a raw beauty, tormenting and captivating readers with each turn of a page.
Heaven by Mieko Kawakami
“The Great Divorce” by C.S. Lewis takes you along on a ride to Heaven.
The Great Divorce Book Review
CCHS cheerleaders Brooke Lewis ‘24, Julia Walton ‘24, and Mikey Black ‘24 smile from the sideline at the 2022-2023 Senior Night. Next year, these athletes will have to adjust to significant changes to the program and work hard to fulfill the season’s new theme: Be a star!
The Cheer Program is Ready to Shine
Journalism students Kelli Jackson (right) and Arabella Cassidy (left) enjoy two Erewhon smoothie classics: Coconut Cloud and Strawberry Glaze.
Erewhon: Is it Functional or Just Trendy?
Suka Falo: The Unsung Hero of Cathedral
Suka Falo: The Unsung Hero of Cathedral
Ms. Wells is a pillar of the CCHS community, always offering a shoulder to cry on or an ear when needed.
Mrs. Wells
Senior dancer, Sophia DeRienzo, a memorable graduate!
Who is Sophia DeRienzo?
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?
Speaker McCarthy’s proposal to raise the debt ceiling includes work requirements for recipients of Medicaid. This could disproportionately affect people with disabilities, the impoverished, minority racial groups, and caretakers. How will this go over in the houses of Congress? What does this look like for typically American households?
Are Work Requirements for Medicaid Worth It? (Opinion)
Boasting over one hundred clubs CCHS is advertised as a school where student creativity and leadership runs the show. But as many students know, this club system has lacked in many regions and held little to no standing on campus for years-but why?
Why does it Feel Like Clubs do Nothing?
Cate Schnell shares her phone with me for the article. “I use my phone a lot but I also have days where I take breaks and not use my socials at all.”
Should we be deleting our social media?
Orchestra student Kelli Jackson, pictured with Mrs. Swift the orchestra teacher after their most recent spring concert.
CCHS Ignoring the Arts?
CCHS alumna calls for dress code reform
To rebel or not to rebel
To rebel or not to rebel
English dept. head answers charges about nixing literature
English dept. head answers charges about nixing literature
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Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Assistant Marketing Editor

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, a junior at Cathedral Catholic High School, recently joined the El Cid Online staff. Vanzant-Thomas is eager to start writing for El Cid, and was recommended by teachers to join Dons Press. She is most excited to cover school news, and share what is happening around campus. Outside of school, Vanzant-Thomas likes to travel, bake, and spend time with her family and friends.

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Many immigrants wait at the U.S. - Mexico border after the expiration of Title 42. Migrants are taking the opportunity to leave their home country and find better opportunities in the U.S.

Title 42

Nicole Nazemnikova and Carissa Vanzant-Thomas
May 19, 2023
Because the traditional newspaper has become less common, the internet, social media, and television has seen an increase in how many people use these platforms for news.

The Future of Journalism in America

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Assistant Marketing Editor
May 7, 2023
Data shows the comparsion between the increase and decrease of UC freshman applications from the years 2021-2023.

UC Schools: Overrated or Not?

Nicole Nazemnikova and Carissa Vanzant-Thomas
April 21, 2023
Women’s History Month celebrates women’s achievement, and makes us knowledgeable about the their contribution to our nation.

Womens History Month

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas and Nicole Nazemnikova
March 31, 2023
Rescue workers help unload victims of the earthquake at a hospital in Pakistan.

6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Afghanistan and Pakistan

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Assistant Marketing Editor
March 24, 2023
On the night of the shooting, at Michigan State University, Berkey Hall is one out of the two locations where the gunman attacked. Families, students, and faculty grieved over the lives that were lost.

Devastating Michigan State University Shooting

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Assistant Marketing Editor
March 14, 2023
Clouds hovering over downtown Los Angeles after the storm caused power outages and flooding.

Atmospheric River Flooding

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Assistant Marketing Editor
March 14, 2023
The State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The Food Recovery Network collected about 140,000 pounds of leftover food in order to reduce food waste, and provide food for those in need.

How is the Super Bowl Linked to Food Waste?

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Assistant Marketing Editor
February 14, 2023
Pictured is the MLK memorial in Washington D.C. On the side of the statue are the words printed: “out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope”. These are the exact words King spoke in his “I Have a Dream” speech.

Celebrating the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Assistant Marketing Editor
January 30, 2023
Some of the winners from the 2023 Golden Globes Awards.

Golden Globes

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Assistant Marketing Editor
January 13, 2023
The Problem With School Shootings in the U.S.

The Problem With School Shootings in the U.S.

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Assistant Marketing Editor
December 2, 2022
The items included in the Don Package include a sweatshirt, bag, tassel, and keychain. All seniors must submit their height without shoes for their graduation gown order.

Don Package for Seniors

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Assistant Marketing Editor
November 2, 2022
Pictured is a crashed car on campus to remind students of the dangers caused by drinking and driving. The car served as a reminder to students of what could happen if they took the risk of driving while under the influence.

The Importance of Red Ribbon Week

October 30, 2022
More information on the blood drive.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Writer
October 19, 2022
This image is an example of cosmetics that are used by many on a daily basis that could possibly contain harmful ingredients.

Unregulated cosmetics

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Writer
October 4, 2022
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A Dons Life for Me: Homecoming 2023

September 23, 2022
Speaking into the microphone, Ms. Wells dismisses everyone out of the gym by class, at the end of our second all school Mass on Tuesday, August 30th.

Air Conditioning in the Gym

Carissa Vanzant-Thomas, Writer
September 16, 2022
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