Cathedral Senior Kairos Retreat: one of the memorable moments closer to graduation
Senior’s Final Strides Of Highschool
KC Constantino-Hellenkamp
Championing Growth: The Coaching Odyssey of KC Hellenkamp
Colleges students will be attending
The Final Lap: High School Seniors Facing College Decision
Game time for the CCHS boys Lacrosse Team.
Spring Sports Coming Into Play
Lauren Hackley ‘24, Mckara Sweeney ‘24, and Sofia Mah ‘24 performing at Dons Got Talent 2024.
Dons Got Talent
Sister Mary Elizabeth Lancaster is an African American nun from Baltimore Maryland whose body has reamined in tact and untouched after four years. Many Catholics believe in incorruptiblity. No investigation has been carried out yet to presume the cause of her body still in tact but further information is still being provided.
Body Still in Tact After 4 Years!
The war in Israel has brought up the topic of what role the Catholic Church plays in Israeli politics. The history behind the meaning of Jerusalem and the significance the city has played in the formation of the Catholic Religion is so important. Both the Vatican and Israel share a mutual respect for each other. The Vatican has expressed its primary concern for the conditions happening and announced October 27 as a day of fasting to end the war.
The Israel and Vatican Relationship: Navigating Faith and Diplomacy
St. Therese of Lisieux is a well known female saint who was named one of the three Doctors of the Church. She is the patron saint of florists and missions.
St. Therese of Lisieux
Mary, the mother of Jesus, is someone we can pray to for guidance and love.
Why Do We Pray To Mary?
The Pope’s Exorcist is one of the two demonic movies that is currently streaming on Amazon Video.
Two Demonic Movies To Watch or Not Watch This Summer
Cathedral Senior Kairos Retreat: one of the memorable moments closer to graduation
Senior’s Final Strides Of Highschool
KC Constantino-Hellenkamp
Championing Growth: The Coaching Odyssey of KC Hellenkamp
Colleges students will be attending
The Final Lap: High School Seniors Facing College Decision
Lauren Hackley ‘24, Mckara Sweeney ‘24, and Sofia Mah ‘24 performing at Dons Got Talent 2024.
Dons Got Talent
Meet Mrs. Carlson, a teacher and cheer coach at Cathedral Catholic High School
Profile: Mrs. Carlson
Game time for the CCHS boys Lacrosse Team.
Spring Sports Coming Into Play
The 2023 softball team cheesing after winning last years Western League.
Swinging into Spring: Girls Softball
Since the beginning of December, the Cathedral Catholic track team has already started preparing for the upcoming season.
Behind The Scenes: How the Track Team is Preparing For Another Successful Season
After our Dons defeated Scripps Ranch for the title as King of the North Champions, with a final score of 56-47.
Exciting Anticipation Surrounds the Start of the Basketball Season
The 2023 CCHS flag football team after the Dons won their first ever playoff game in school history
Thrifting: the new, cool way to shop?
Green is the New Black: The Trending World of Sustainable Fashion
The Padres and Dodgers travel to Seoul, South Korea to face off.
Padres Opening Day In Seoul
Movie Poster for Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet (Tom’s Version)
If You Didn’t Watch the 2024 Grammys, Here’s the Highlights:
If You Didn’t Watch the 2024 Grammys, Here’s the Highlights:
The Super Bowl Unwrapped
The Super Bowl Unwrapped
Thrifting: the new, cool way to shop?
Green is the New Black: The Trending World of Sustainable Fashion
Movie Poster for Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet (Tom’s Version)
If You Didn’t Watch the 2024 Grammys, Here’s the Highlights:
If You Didn’t Watch the 2024 Grammys, Here’s the Highlights:
Many car manufacturers from across the board have discontinued some of their most popular models, with no reason as to why, as they look towards the new year. Cars with names dating back to the 60s have been abruptly cancelled and many question the logic behind these decisions.
Why EV’s Are Discontinuing All Your Favorite Cars
The two most popular gifts that are given on Valentine’s Day are red roses and love letters!
Love Through the Centuries
The Padres and Dodgers travel to Seoul, South Korea to face off.
Padres Opening Day In Seoul
The Super Bowl Unwrapped
The Super Bowl Unwrapped
Road to the Super Bowl
Road to the Super Bowl
This year has started off great for the Harbaugh family with a National Championship win, but is not over yet because a Super Bowl win might be on the way.
Harbaugh Family Dominance
College Jersey making by money
The Game-Changer: The Impact of NIL on College Sports
Women’s History Month is celebrated in March to recognize the achievements and contributions that all women have made throughout history. This years theme honors women who advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Sofia Bravo, 10th grade, watches Kate Middletons shocking and sad cancer announcement video.
Where is Kate Middleton?
Easter is on its way!!
Easter’s Approaches: Exploring the Traditions and Meanings of our Faith
Scarlett Martin ‘24 voted during 2024 Super Tuesday! On the first Tuesday of March, many states hold their primary elections. Read more below!
Super Tuesday Takeaways
The iconic Saint celebrated on March 17th, St. Patrick’s Day.
Unveiling Saint Patrick: Tracing the Rich History of the Iconic Saint 
Scarlett Martin ‘24 voted during 2024 Super Tuesday! On the first Tuesday of March, many states hold their primary elections. Read more below!
Super Tuesday Takeaways
Each vote seriously matters!
The Future Of 2024 Is Counting On You!
The “Road to 2024” is beginning to come to the forefront of voters minds. Many suspect that the 2024 Presidential Election will be yet another polarized battle between current President Joe Biden (left) and former President Donald Trump (right).
Understanding the 2024 Election
A recent Global Youth Climate Strike in San Diego. Over 3,000 young activists joined to demand action on climate change.
Empowering Voices: Youth Activism in Politics
Nancy Pelosi with her security team after home invasion.
How Many Millions: The Concerning Increase in Security Budget for Government Officials
Women’s History Month is celebrated in March to recognize the achievements and contributions that all women have made throughout history. This years theme honors women who advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Sofia Bravo, 10th grade, watches Kate Middletons shocking and sad cancer announcement video.
Where is Kate Middleton?
Easter is on its way!!
Easter’s Approaches: Exploring the Traditions and Meanings of our Faith
The iconic Saint celebrated on March 17th, St. Patrick’s Day.
Unveiling Saint Patrick: Tracing the Rich History of the Iconic Saint 
Dartmouth College updated its testing policy for the coming application cycle, indicating that it will be requiring SAT/ACT scores for next years applicants. What does this mean for the collegiate class of 2029? What is behind this controversy?
Dartmouth Requiring Test Scores for Class of 2029
Final lines of The Great Gatsby
REVIEW: The Great Gatsby Movie
Bob Marley: One Love, a tribute to the reggae icons impact on the world.
Marley on the Big Screen: A Tribute To The Reggae Icon
Senior and Junior friends gather together for a group photo
My Masquerade Memoir 
This photo depicts how social media can be the strings that control our brains and influence our thoughts and decisions.
The Digital Dilemma: How Social Media is Shaping the Lives of Teens
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
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
Final lines of The Great Gatsby
REVIEW: The Great Gatsby Movie
Bob Marley: One Love, a tribute to the reggae icons impact on the world.
Marley on the Big Screen: A Tribute To The Reggae Icon
Senior and Junior friends gather together for a group photo
My Masquerade Memoir 
Promotion picture for the new TV show, Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
REVIEW: The New Percy Jackson TV Show
Photo of a design from Ready To Wear the Spring/Summer 2024 collection of Chloe.
Fashion Week Favorites
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
Babel is a historical fantasy novel written by New York Times Bestselling Author, R.F. Kuang. The cover features the Oxford Translators Institute, standing alone in dominance above the background of the campus.
DONS READS: Babel
DONS READS: How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen
DONS READS: How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen
Into the Wild is a 1996 non-fiction book written by Jon Krakauer. It is an expansion of a 9,000-word article by Krakauer on Chris McCandless titled Death of an Innocent.
Book Review: Into the Wild
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!
This photo depicts how social media can be the strings that control our brains and influence our thoughts and decisions.
The Digital Dilemma: How Social Media is Shaping the Lives of Teens
Tower of Celsius, a very common energy drink among teenagers. These are very accessible and found at most grocery and convenience stores.
The Rising Trend of Caffeine Addiction
The college admissions process has began which can be a rewarding yet self-destructing time, learn more about the mental health struggles of college admissions.
Navigating The Mental Health Challenges of College Admissions
One way to practice gratitude is by keeping a gratitude journal. This journal can help you reflect on the positive moments of your day or what you are grateful for. You can write in this journal throughout or once a day; the choice is yours!
Unveiling the Power of Gratitude
On iPhone and iPad, IOS 17 allows users to choose from a list of options to record how they are feeling throughout the day, and why.
Apple Introduces New Mental Health Features on iPhone
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Bishop Robert McElroy stands alongside Cathedral Catholic High School’s priests during Mass, an event monitored by CCHS security guards.

[Photo] Church security concerns persist

Savannah Dupper, News Editor
February 12, 2020
Bishop Dolan delivers his homily at the Unity Mass on Thursday morning. The Cathedral Catholic High School community comes together during Yellow Ribbon week to celebrate suicide prevention, along with a different theme for each day.

[Photo] Week in Pictures April 1, 2019 – April 5, 2019

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman
April 10, 2019
Students Lauren Munro ‘19, Miles McCormick ‘19, Caleb Price ‘19, and Jake Mitten ‘19 (left to right) speak at Tuesday’s assembly, reflecting on their participation in the “Every 15 Minutes” program.

[Photo] Week in Pictures March 25, 2019 – March 29, 2019

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman
April 2, 2019
During an all-school assembly Tuesday, CCHS student participants in the 15 Minutes program, Miles McCormick 19, Lauren Munro 19, Caleb Price 19, and Jake Mitten 19 (left to right), reflect on their experience in a DUI car crash demonstration.

[Photo] Every 15 Minutes shocks campus

Sara Vechinski, Copy Editor
March 29, 2019
Students receive the Eucharist on Tuesday morning at liturgy to celebrate St. Joseph, the Patron of Cathedral Catholic High School. Father Patrick Wainwright, accompanied by Father Father Martin Latiff and Father Michael Ortiz led the service.

[Photo] Week in Pictures March 18, 2019 – March 22, 2019

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman
March 28, 2019
CCHS students receive the Eucharist at the Ash Wednesday liturgy, which was held in the Claver Center at Cathedral Catholic High School and led by Father Mike White.

[Photo] Week in Pictures March 4, 2019 – March 8, 2019

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman
March 12, 2019
Cathedral Catholic High School comes together as a community for liturgy on Tuesday morning, where Father Martin Latiff led the mass for students, faculty, and parents.

[Photo] Week in Pictures February 25, 2019 – March 1, 2019

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman
March 5, 2019
The Cathedral Catholic High School dance team performs at the winter rally on Friday in the Claver Center, kicking it off with school spirit and enthusiasm.

[Photo] Week in Pictures January 28, 2019 – February 1, 2019

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
February 5, 2019
Cathedral Catholic High School students, joined by Bishop Robert McElroy, gathered to celebrate Advent mass, hoping to honor Jesus and strengthen their relationships with Him throughout the Christmas season.

[Photo] Reasons for the season

Lauren McKittrick, Assistant News Editor
December 24, 2018
Bishop McElroy of San Diego was welcomed into the Cathedral Catholic High School community on Thursday morning.

[Photo] Week in Pictures December 3, 2018 – December 7, 2018

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
December 11, 2018
Cathedral Catholic High School’s varsity football team lines up for a extra point attempt after a momentum producing touchdown against Carlsbad High School.

[Photo] Crushing Carlsbad

Katie Dittamore, Assistant Entertainment Editor
November 13, 2018
Dean Janikowski 19, Cathedral Catholic High School varsity football kicker, kicks off on Friday night against Carlsbad High School.

[Photo] Week in Pictures November 5, 2018 – November 9, 2018

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
November 13, 2018
Matthew Kirven ‘20 shoots clips at the first CIF game of the 2018-2019 school year for the Cathedral Catholic High School varsity football team.

[Photo] Talent on the rise

Chloe Staples, Photo Editor
November 11, 2018
DEA agent Rocky Herron came to Cathedral Catholic High School to speak to students about the dangers of drugs and alcohol use. The presentation consisted of information on why students need to make smart choices, and videos of the long term effects that drugs have on people.

[Photo] Week in Pictures October 22, 2018 – October 26, 2018

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
October 30, 2018
The Cathedral Catholic High School choir and orchestra played beautiful music at this week’s mass on Wednesday and welcomed Father John Arthur for the feast of Saint Ignatius.

[Photo] Week in Pictures October 15, 2018 – October 19, 2018

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
October 24, 2018
The Dons fought hard on Friday night before the game was cancelled due to the lightening. Cathedral Catholic High School came out on top with a final score of 21-0. The team will continue to practice hard this week to prepare for its next game against Lincoln High School.

[Photo] Week in Pictures October 8, 2018 – October 12, 2018

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
October 16, 2018
During Friday nights game, Shawn Poma leaps into the end zone and scores another touchdown for the Dons. The CCHS varsity football team took home a 49-7 victory against James Madison High School, kicking the weekend off on a good note.

[Photo] Week in Pictures September 24, 2018 – September 28, 2018

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
October 3, 2018
Led by Los Locos, the spirited CCHS student section, students celebrate after the Dons defeat Olympian High School 36-6 on Friday. The Dons encouraged the varsity football team by wearing camouflage along with their school spirit.

[Photo] Week in Pictures September 17, 2018 – September 21, 2018

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
September 25, 2018
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