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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Before showing video clips on climate change, Mr. Doug McLean digs for questions from his 7th period social justice class.

[Photo] Social justice teacher set to retire

Lauren Boyer, Entertainment Editor
May 31, 2019
Reading about ex-gang members turning their lives around in Gregory Boyle’s Tattoos on the Heart, Maile Spence ‘19 exposes herself to the lives of people very different from her own.

[Photo] Deficit in reading

Lauren Boyer, Arts and Entertainment Editor
March 5, 2019
Spotify allows users to access unlimited albums for $10 a month while an album on a CD costs around $10. However, having access to tangible music allows for a greater appreciation of the art one experiences through sound.

[Photo] Streaming strips music industry

Lauren Boyer, Entertainment Editor
January 15, 2019
Speaking in front of an audience of approximately 25 people, Mr. Daniel McSweeney explains his motivation behind donating money to build a new engineering building at Cathedral Catholic High School, saying it is ...better to leave your impact while still alive. The event attracted local dignitaries, politicians, family members, constructions workers, and CCHS adminstrators, including San Diego Director of Community Outreach Stevan Hadley, who attended on behalf of councilwoman Barbara Bry.

[Photo] Move over RoboCop…here come the Dons

Lauren Boyer, Arts and Entertainment Editor
January 10, 2019
Cathedral Catholic High School track athletes take a break after a recent meet. They have each excelled in every event of the season, making their coach proud as the boys won CIF, and the girls finished just short.

[Photo] Young track talent shines this season

Eugenia Dominguez-Chaires, Features Editor
June 7, 2018
Riley Staal 19 takes a gander at The Little Prince projects that Mrs. April Kurtzhalls French 3 class completed after reading The Little Prince, a story about childhood and friendship.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures May 21, 2018 – May 25, 2018

Lauren Boyer, News/Photo Editor
May 29, 2018
Riley Staal 19 buys a cupcake from co-leader of the American Sign Language club Emmy Henson 19 at the ASB Spring Carnival Friday. The proceeds the ASL club made at this event will go towards getting the club new sweatshirts.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures May 14, 2018 – May 18, 2018

Lauren Boyer, News/Photo Editor
May 22, 2018
Diego Vildosola 18 and Karenna Wurl 19 anticipate Mr. Francis Caros entrance to his surprise party during lunch Friday, an event organized by NHS members and psychology students, intending to thank Mr. Caro for all he has done for his students.

[Photo] May 7, 2018 – May 11, 2018

Lauren Boyer, News/Photo Editor
May 15, 2018
CCHS NHS embers sell Save a Life t-shirts designed by Rachel Brenk 19 during lunch as a part of the CCHS Suicide Prevention Week, which aimed to shed light on mental health issues and what students can do to help peers affected by depression and suicide.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures April 24, 2018 – April 27, 2018

Lauren Boyer, Photo Editor
April 24, 2018
As a part of the campus ministry 11 curriculum, Ava Montali 19 recaps the freshman service trip at St. Vincent de Paul, where she led a group of freshman participating in the service trip.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures April 9, 2018 – April 13, 2018

Lauren Boyer, Photo Editor
April 17, 2018
CCHS hurdler Zach Horan 18 warms up for his 300m hurdle race at Mira Mesa High School, where the CCHS boys and girls track team competed and won against the Mira Mesa Marauders.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures March 19, 2018 – March 23, 2018

Lauren Boyer, News/Photo Editor
March 27, 2018
CCHS varsity track team members Kenzie Kuras 19, Salina Voegtly 20, and Nikki Mullin 19 stretch after their 100m hurdle race at Manchester Stadium Thursday against Serra High School and Canyon Crest Academy.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures March 12, 2018 – March 16, 2018

Lauren Boyer, News/Photo Editor
March 21, 2018
CCHS hurdlers Nikki Mullin 19 and Kenzie Kuras 19 stretch in preparation for their 100m hurdles race Thursday against competitors from Valley Center High School and Mt. Carmel High School.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures March 5, 2018 – March 9, 2018

Lauren Boyer, News/Photo Editor
March 13, 2018
Cast members of the CCHS production of Grease perform the Prom Night scene at the showing of Grease on Saturday night. CCHS drama teacher Mrs. Katie Wilson directed Grease, which enjoyed a three-day run, with all four shows sold out.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures February 20, 2018 – February 23, 2018

Lauren Boyer, News/Photo Editor
February 28, 2018
Maile Spence 19 looks in awe at the drama tech schedule for CCHSs drama departments upcoming production of Grease. Spence is a part of the set construction crew for drama tech, which creates sets for drama shows.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures January 16, 2018 – January 19, 2018

Lauren Boyer, Photo Editor
January 23, 2018
Kayla Wesseln 19 and Ava Montali 19 shop for backpacks to benefit the Get on the Bus program. This project helps kids who have incarcerated mothers by giving them school supplies and other necessities.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures November 27, 2017 – December 1, 2017

Lauren Boyer, News/Photo Editor
December 5, 2017
Ava Montali 19 reads the first reading at Friday morning mass in the chapel, one of her main jobs as a CCHS campus minister.

[Photo] With change comes growth

Lauren Boyer, News/Photo Editor
November 18, 2017
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