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
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
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
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
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
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
This photo of the girls' volleyball team was featured in their Instagram and captioned: “A Team that Prays Together, Stays Together.” For many student-athletes, prayer is an integral part of their sports teams. Photo by CCHS Dons Volleyball
Prayer Captains on Sports Teams: What is their Job?
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
Culinart's new food truck serves unique lunches at the Knoll as of January 2025.
Students Weigh in on the New Food Truck at CCHS
Before becoming the new Assistant Dean of Students, Mr. Duarte taught Catholic Faith, Philosophy, and Speech & Debate on campus for the last 12 years. Photo from CCHS
Mr. Duarte: More Than an Assistant Dean on Campus
8th grade visitors experience their first high school pep rally at Dons Day. Photo from CCHSDons Instagram
Dons Day Welcomes Eighth Graders to our Community
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
On top of an already accomplished season, the Girls Cross Country team took 4th place in Division 3 at State. Photo by Phillip Grooms
Girls Cross Country Scores Success at the Finish Line
The Girls Golf Team breezed through their season, with various notable achievements. Photo from CCHS Dons Athletics.
Girls Golf Team Swings Through the Season
The Philadelphia Eagles definitively triumphed in Super Bowl LIX. Photo by Casey Murphy on Unsplash
Super Bowl LIX: The Redemption Game
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
TikTok has influenced our lives. But how has it influenced our style? Image by antonbe from Pixabay
The TikTokification of Style
Beyond the game or the commercials, the halftime show definitely stands out for many on Super Bowl Sunday. Usher performed during the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Mario Hommes/DeFodi Images via Getty Images
The History of Halftime Shows
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
TikTok has influenced our lives. But how has it influenced our style? Image by antonbe from Pixabay
The TikTokification of Style
Beyond the game or the commercials, the halftime show definitely stands out for many on Super Bowl Sunday. Usher performed during the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Mario Hommes/DeFodi Images via Getty Images
The History of Halftime Shows
Actors Cooper Koch and Nicholas Alexander Chavez attend a showing of the Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story in New York City. Photo by Roy Rochlin via Getty Images for Netflix
Why Did We Romanticize Killers in 2024?
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
Lifelong Dodger fan Mr. Gonzalez with his Dodger bobble heads. Gonzalez celebrated the Dodgers' sweep of the Yankees in this latest World Series.
World Series 120: The Historic Rivalry Renewed
President Donald Trump’s plans for mass deportation of undocumented immigrants have sparked an intense national discussion. How are his policies impacting people around the nation, including in our San Diego community? Photo by Morgan Lane on Unsplash
What Do Trump’s Deportation Plans Mean for Our Community?
Just as we view this impending storm coming upon a small shack in a meadow, humans need to consider the adverse effects of changing weather patterns on our planet. Image by Albrecht Fietz from Pixabay
The U.S. at the Crossroads: Navigating Changing Weather Patterns in the Age of Climate Change
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
This sign from a vigil for peace in Boston, MA demonstrates the devastating effects of the war in Palestine and Gaza and how many Americans have been calling for an end to the war. It reinforces that families in these affected areas huddle together in fear, uncertain if they will see another day, demonstrating the urgent need for this ceasefire. Photo by Brett Wharton on Unsplash
Fragile Peace: The Hamas-Israel Ceasefire
TOPSHOT - Fire personnel respond to homes destroyed while a helicopter drops water as the Palisades Fire grows in Pacific Palisades, California on January 7, 2025. Terrified residents caught in blazing neighbourhoods, influencers ignoring the ban on drones and the frightening unpredictability of the wildfires are just some of what journalists covering the fires ravaging Los Angeles for AFP have had to manage. The United States' second-largest city has never faced a blaze of this scale, driven by an extreme autumn drought and fierce Santa Ana winds -- the strongest since 2011 -- that have turned dry hills into kindling, fuelling a relentless inferno that has raged for more than a week. Photo by David Swanson / AFP via Getty Images
Shock-Value Politics Obscure Reason Behind L.A. Fires
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
President Donald Trump’s plans for mass deportation of undocumented immigrants have sparked an intense national discussion. How are his policies impacting people around the nation, including in our San Diego community? Photo by Morgan Lane on Unsplash
What Do Trump’s Deportation Plans Mean for Our Community?
Just as we view this impending storm coming upon a small shack in a meadow, humans need to consider the adverse effects of changing weather patterns on our planet. Image by Albrecht Fietz from Pixabay
The U.S. at the Crossroads: Navigating Changing Weather Patterns in the Age of Climate Change
This sign from a vigil for peace in Boston, MA demonstrates the devastating effects of the war in Palestine and Gaza and how many Americans have been calling for an end to the war. It reinforces that families in these affected areas huddle together in fear, uncertain if they will see another day, demonstrating the urgent need for this ceasefire. Photo by Brett Wharton on Unsplash
Fragile Peace: The Hamas-Israel Ceasefire
TOPSHOT - Fire personnel respond to homes destroyed while a helicopter drops water as the Palisades Fire grows in Pacific Palisades, California on January 7, 2025. Terrified residents caught in blazing neighbourhoods, influencers ignoring the ban on drones and the frightening unpredictability of the wildfires are just some of what journalists covering the fires ravaging Los Angeles for AFP have had to manage. The United States' second-largest city has never faced a blaze of this scale, driven by an extreme autumn drought and fierce Santa Ana winds -- the strongest since 2011 -- that have turned dry hills into kindling, fuelling a relentless inferno that has raged for more than a week. Photo by David Swanson / AFP via Getty Images
Shock-Value Politics Obscure Reason Behind L.A. Fires
KHARTOUM, SUDAN - DECEMBER 25: People are seen at the Goz al-Haj Camp where civilians fleeing the civil conflict in Sudan complain of mistreatment by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) who they say displaced them as they struggle to survive the cold and food crisis in Shendi city, north of the capital Khartoum, Sudan on December 25, 2024. Photo by Osman Bakir/Anadolu via Getty Images
Sudan Crisis Draws US Intervention
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
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
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
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
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 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?
School spirit contributes to a more positive high school experience. Groups like ASB and the cheer team play an important role in helping foster that school spirit. Photo from CCHS Dons ASB
Beyond the Field: Why School Spirit is Key to Positive Campus Culture
It seems as though the podcast “market” has become overly saturated with content in the past five years. Many listeners and students have weighed in with their opinions on how substance-less podcasts feel these days and how seemingly unqualified their creators are. Photo by Jonathan Velasquez on Unsplash
What’s in a Podcast and Who Listens?
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
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
With so many types of headphones available on the market, try a pair next time you study and see the benefits! Photo by Akhil Yerabati on Unsplash
Music: Your Study Hack
This image shows one way to map out your goals, creating a visual guide to making and keeping your resolutions. Photo Credit to filo by Getty Images
From Resolutions to Results
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Isabella Durazo, Culture Editor

Hi, I am Isabella Durazo and I am the Culture Beat Editor. I am very passionate about journalism and writing! I would like to make my passion clear through my stories. I hope to dive deeper into culture, whether that be sports or pop culture. I hope to bring stories and news to the CCHS community. I hope to inform my peers about current events. I am part of three sports at Cathedral, various honors societies, and the Mock Trial team.

All content by Isabella Durazo
Beyond the game or the commercials, the halftime show definitely stands out for many on Super Bowl Sunday. Usher performed during the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Mario Hommes/DeFodi Images via Getty Images

The History of Halftime Shows

Isabella Durazo, Culture Editor
February 12, 2025
Karla Sofía Gascón, Selena Gomez, Zoe Saldana, Jacques Audiard, Adriana Paz at the 82nd Annual Golden Globes held at The Beverly Hilton on January 05, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. Photo by Michael Buckner/GG2025/Penske Media via Getty Images

All that Glitters IS Gold: Golden Globes 2025

Isabella Durazo, Culture Editor
January 28, 2025
Like with many other aspects of arts & entertainment, the use of TikTok led to increased viewership of the latest season of Dancing with the Stars. Photo by Paris Bilal on Unsplash

Dancing with the Stars: All the Scoop on Season 33

Isabella Durazo, Culture Editor
December 16, 2024
Saturday Night Live is a popular comedic outlet for viewers of any age. The funny skits are always based on current trends, mostly from social media. Photo by Asit on Unsplash

Saturday Night Live: How it Has Shaped Comedy

Isabella Durazo, Culture Editor
December 4, 2024
In the last election, both candidates utilized social media in order to reach out to the new generation of voters. This way, young people could be informed about both the quality of their character and their platforms as they cast their votes. Photo by Ahmed on Unsplash

Appealing to the Next Generation: How the Presidential Candidates Tried to Gain Gen-Z’s Vote

Isabella Durazo, Culture Editor
November 12, 2024
People turn to true crime through many media platforms. The most popular ways to get a taste of true crime are through podcasts, movies, and shows. Photo by Maxim Hopman on Unsplash

Why We Can’t Get Enough of Real-Life Mysteries? The Appeal of True Crime

Isabella Durazo, Culture Editor
October 23, 2024
One of the most well-known soccer players in the world, Alex Morgan, decided to hang up her cleats for the last time after 13 years of professional soccer. Alex Morgan changed the game for all women's sports. Photo by Alex on Unsplash

Hanging Up the Golden Boots: All About Alex Morgan’s Retirement

Isabella Durazo, Culture Editor
October 1, 2024
Colleen Hoover's best-selling novel "It Ends With Us" deals with the sensitive issue of domestic violence in a romantic relationship. Photo by Getty Images on Unsplash

Breaking the Silence on Domestic Violence: “It Ends With Us” Generates Controversy

Isabella Durazo, Culture Editor
September 16, 2024
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!

Isabella Durazo, Writer
May 25, 2023
Many Alabama natives mourned the deaths of friends and family after the 16th birthday party shooting. This picture is just a snapshot of the many lives destroyed due to constant mass shootings all over America

The Real American Epidemic

Isabella Durazo, Writer
May 18, 2023
Today, Judy Bloom books are still very popular. They are, and have been, a staple in childhoods all over the world.

Judy Bloom: Influencing Generation After Generation

Isabella Durazo, Writer
May 10, 2023
The four Artemis II crew members, Christina Koch, Victor Glover, Reid Wiseman, Jeremy Hansen, are pictured above. The crew is set to lift off in November 2024

NASA’s new mission to space

Isabella Durazo, Writer
April 27, 2023
Students from The Covenant School meet with their parents at Woodmont Baptist Church in Nashville, Tennessee. Sadly, three students were not lucky enough to be reunited with their family.

School Shootings, an Epidemic

Isabella Durazo, Writer
March 31, 2023
The schoolgirls in Iran are under attack. The cause and who are behind these attacks are still unknown.

Panic Over Poison Attacks

Isabella Durazo, Writer
March 24, 2023
Many mountains in Southern California have been covered in snow. The snow has also hit some beaches in Northern California.

Snow at the Beach?

Isabella Durazo, Writer
March 9, 2023
Flip phones have been around since the late 90s. Now, teens are bringing this “vintage” technology back in order to disconnect from the toxic digital world of smartphones.

Flipping Back into Style

Isabella Durazo, Writer
February 21, 2023
This picture was posted by Kaylee Gonclaves on Instagram. The four victims, Kaylee, Ethan, Xana, and Madison are pictured including the two surviving roommates.

All About the Tragic Idaho College Murders

Isabella Durazo, Writer
January 31, 2023
Recently, California has been hit with the worst weather imaginable. It is predicted to only become worse is the next coming weeks.

Bomb Cyclone Hits California With a Bang

Isabella Durazo, Writer
January 13, 2023
Finals week is the most stressful week of the whole semester. Yet, there are many ways to be prepared and calm your stress for finals.

Best Ways to Stay Prepared and Organized for Finals

Isabella Durazo, Writer
December 8, 2022
Black Friday used to be as highly anticipated as Thanksgiving. Now, due to online shopping becoming more accessible, Black Friday is slowly losing its meaning.

Black Friday’s Slow Disappearance

Isabella Durazo, Writer
December 7, 2022
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour leads to many angry fans. Taylor Swift shared on instagram her sympathies.

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Causes Chaos

Isabella Durazo, Writer
December 1, 2022
Sophie Galluccio, the owner of Glitter + Sand, is modeling her bestselling hat. Sophie also sells other unique products that showcases her style.

The Life of a Teen Entrepreneur

Isabella Durazo, Writer
November 16, 2022
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Hispanic Heritage Month

Isabella Durazo, Writer
September 27, 2022
Movie Theaters Make a Comeback

Movie Theaters Make a Comeback

Isabella Durazo, Writer
September 16, 2022
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 28: Bad Bunny performs at Yankee Stadium for the 2022 MTV VMAs broadcast on August 28, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for MTV/Paramount Global)

Bad Bunny Makes History By Winning Artist of the Year

Isabella Durazo, Writer
September 6, 2022
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