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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Chase Stern, Staffer

Chase Stern is a sophomore at Cathedral Catholic High School and is from the San Diego/Los Angeles area of California. As an aspiring journalist, she enjoys writing and sewing in her free time. Chase is very excited about journalism this year because she loves getting to know other people and wants to learn more about the Dons community. She is currently enrolled in French III, Chemistry Honors, English II Honors, Catholic Faith 10, Journalism, Algebra II Honors, and AP World History. Be sure to say hello!

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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?

Chase Stern, Writer
May 23, 2023
The Met Gala has come a long way since its opening in 1948, largely in part to Dame Anna Wintour, who took over running the event in 1997. Since then, the fundraiser has a become an exclusive event, in which the attendees are the art on display.

Met Gala Archive

Chase Stern, Writer
May 7, 2023
Over spring break, 14 students went to London and Paris with chaperones Ms. Wilson and Ms. Webb. The Drama Trip was centered around theater, and the trip is hopefully acting as a harbinger for more school international trips!

Learning Abroad – Cathedral’s First International Trip Post Pandemic

Chase Stern, Writer
April 25, 2023
Art is in full bloom with larger than life exhibitions at the San Diego Museum of Art’s largest event. Art Alive has annually taken place since 1982, and features over 70 floral interpretations of the museums’ art, from paintings to sculptures, and everything in between.

Art in Bloom

Chase Stern, Writer
April 5, 2023
Season two of “Next in Fashion” is new to Netflix, with hosts Tan France and Gigi Hadid. This reality competition series takes 12 up and coming designers through a series of challenges to find the designer that is next in fashion.

Is Sustainability Next in Fashion?

Chase Stern, Writer
March 23, 2023
“The Outsiders” at The La Jolla Playhouse recently opened for its world premiere. This weekend, March 4th, the show officially opens, and many are already wondering what’s next in store for the musical.

Next Stop Broadway?

Chase Stern, Writer
March 2, 2023
The street is jam packed with 85 unique store fronts to explore. Focusing on three favorites is, SoLo, the Executive Collections and the Village Consignment store.

Everything, Everywhere, all on Cedros Avenue

Chase Stern, Writer
February 28, 2023
Rehearsals with the orchestra take place in the schools music room, preparing for the upcoming musical “Amélie.” Ms. Swift directs the 14 musician orchestra alongside the cast.

Tech Week

Chase Stern, Writer
February 7, 2023
Coming off of a great set of 2022 shows back in swing after Covid, there is much to expect from 2023. And following past trends, this year will not disappoint and an amazing lineup of shows is coming our way, and its definitely worth checking them out!

2023 San Diego Show Highlights

January 20, 2023
When attending the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, the highlight of the museum is on the top floor, and not even apart of it! This connected glass dome was a beautiful place to look over LA, and monuments like the Hollywood sign.

Worth Your Time? Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

January 12, 2023
A “who” inspired tree sits out front of the theater every year providing a perfect opportunity for family photos. This tree, well over fifteen feet, has been outside “The Grinch’s” theater for many years.

The Grinch Stole The Old Globe

December 6, 2022
The school of San Dieguito Academy, recently put on the play, Lost Girl, at their home theater. Cathedral also preformed Lost Girl as the first show of the 2022-23 Drama year back in August at the Poway Center of Performing Arts.

“Lost Girl”: Two Ways

November 17, 2022
Cathedral is so excited to be preforming Amélie as the Winter musical! After it was announced, many were unfamiliar with the musical.

What is Amélie?

Chase Stern, Writer
November 10, 2022
Julie Andrew’s is both an employee as well as a resident artist. She spends her time painting, such as this one, or working in the museum.

Liberty Station Watercolor Society

November 1, 2022
The theater lights set an ambiance feeling before each show. The actors loved seeing all the smiling faces after the show, and the audience loved the risers and beautiful set.

PCPA Worth the travel?

Chase Stern, Writer
October 6, 2022
After the show, from left Grace Naughton ‘25, Yvonne Stenehjem ‘25, Skyla Rose ‘24 and William Scarvie ‘23 meet up together to wrap up the fun night! All four sang throughout the Disney themed cabaret.

Cathedral’s Hidden Gem

September 22, 2022
In preparation for the upcoming show, Lost Girl, Morgan Stack, Kayleigh Correia and Megan Geall read the script during a rehearsal. Until lines are memorized and blocked rehearsal is comprised of read throughs with the cast and director, Ms. Wilson.

Cathedral’s Drama Season Kicks Off with a FRESH Start

September 9, 2022
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