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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Carlos Munoz ‘21 admires the art showcase put up in the Academic Center by the art teachers. The art showcase accompanies the music showcase performance at the Cathedral Catholic High School theater Wednesday, May 22.

[Photo] Week in Pictures May 13, 2019 – May 17, 2019

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman
May 21, 2019
Lindsey Lingham ‘21 speaks to current options mentor Sabrina Bassler ‘20 about the application process which includes an application form, multiple teacher recommends, an interview, and a passion for working with students enrolled in the program such as Bella Pellegrino ‘21.

[Photo] Future Options

Rebecca Madden, Multimedia Editor
May 8, 2019
Catie Pentlarge ‘20 swims into the third wall of her 100-yard breaststroke at the Division 2 CIF Finals, where she finished third overall with a best time of 1:04.41, which qualifies her for the state meet and another opportunity to represent Cathedral Catholic High School.

[Photo] Week in Pictures April 29, 2019 – May 3, 2019

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman
May 7, 2019
Preparing for an activity in his chemistry class, Ryan Oliveira ‘21 fills the soda can he brought to class in anticipation of the class’s activity, a teacher-run demonstration of real life application of the ideal gas laws.

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

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman
April 2, 2019
As the team makes its way further into the season, track and field endures more rigorous practices and more challenges to face at meets. Chris Laney 21 helps out the long jump crew by measuring one of his teammates jumps before the sand is reset for the next jumper at the annual CCHS hosted Catholic School Meet.

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

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman
March 12, 2019
Stressing about her first period world history exam, Ava Burger ‘21 studies her notes after a challenging morning workout, similar to other CCHS student athletes who search for the time to study and balance sports.

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

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
February 26, 2019
As teammates prepare the pool for their first intersquad meet, Catie Pentlarge ‘20 practices her start for the Red and Gold meet, an unofficial tryout for the varsity swim meet where swimmers compete in 50 yards of all four strokes, to transition from club to high school season.

[Photo] The Week in Pictures: February 11, 2019 – February 15, 2019

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
February 19, 2019
As the course registration process opens up for current sophomores to sign up for their junior classes, Skylar Kerr ‘21 examines an anatomy students project on display in Mrs. Anne Kapral’s chemistry room, helping explore her options for next years science class. Kerr still must decide among her options of taking anatomy and physiology, physics, or an advanced placement level of chemistry or biology.

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

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
February 5, 2019
Lindsey Lingham ‘21 speaks to current options mentor Sabrina Bassler ‘20 about the application process which includes an application form, multiple teacher recommends, an interview, and a possible passion for working with students enrolled in the program such as Bella Pellegrino ‘21.

[Photo] Week in Pictures January 21, 2019 – January 25, 2019

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
January 29, 2019
Students focus as they complete the last test Dr. Malini Paye administers before finals week. The finals environment, similar to that of a difficult unit test, will be constant in nearly every classroom next week.

[Photo] Finals throughout the years

Rebecca Madden, Multimedia Editor
December 14, 2018
Savahanna Walsh ‘22 warms up for practice with a scorpion stretch in preparation for the dance team’s senior night at the upcoming Lincoln High School football game. Due to the forfeit of the Lincoln High varsity team, Walsh and her teammates did not get to preform.

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

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
October 24, 2018
To allow students to express their sympathy and prayers for Ethan Olson ‘19, the CCHS staff offered a signable poster, and student Jazzy Walker ‘21 utilized the opportunity to write well wishes to Olson and his family in their time of grief.

[Photo] Week in Pictures October 1, 2018 – October 5, 2018

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
October 9, 2018
After a four-mile run, varsity cross country runner Marilyn Hobrock 20 performs sprinting strides to improve the quality and endurance of her form during longer races.

[Photo] Week in Pictures September 10, 2018 – September 14, 2018

Chloe Staples and Ellery Wakeman, Photo Editor and Assistant Photo Editor
September 18, 2018
Teammates watch as girls varsity volleyball player Kira Smith ‘21 serves the ball at Torrey Pines High School last Thursday.

[Photo] United they stand

Rebecca Madden, Multimedia Editor
September 10, 2018
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