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Our school choir singing at mass
Choir Brings School Mass to Life
Alivia Johnson, Staffer • April 29, 2026

At CCHS, school mass is more than just a weekly tradition, it’s a time for the entire school community to come together, pray, and reflect....

Spring break is a great time to pause, relax, and take a break from school.
Spring Break: Why It’s so Important for Student’s Mental Health
Elsie Mazza, Staffer • April 24, 2026

For so many students spring break is a time for them to relax and take their mind off of school. It’s a great time to go on vacation, lie out...

As studying for finals starts, students can feel overwhelmed and need assistance on certain topics
Cathedrals’ Tutors: Do They Really Help?
Avery Hawa, Staffer • April 24, 2026

With only five weeks until summer break, school is getting more stressful and more difficult to handle. Struggling with assignments and test...

It is important to reach out for help when you need it.
A Week To Remember: Cathedral Catholic’s Yellow Ribbon Week
Avery Hawa, Staffer • March 25, 2026

Yellow Ribbon Week has such a deep impact on many people around the country. Cathedral Catholic has Yellow Ribbon Week each spring and focuses...

A Closer Look At Shot Put
The Skill Behind Shot Put
Alivia Johnson, Staffer • May 12, 2026

At our school, the boys shot put team has been putting in a lot of work this track and field season. Shot put takes a lot of strength, technique,...

 Lady Dons Beach Volleyball team roster on media day, 2026 spring season.
Lady Dons Dig Deep in the Sand
Avery Hawa, Staffer • May 8, 2026

As the Lady Dons Beach Volleyball team prepares to take the trophy in the C.I.F Open Division Finals, many teammates are ready for the challenge...

The varsity girls lacrosse team after they play a hard fought game representing mental health matters.
Girls Lacrosse Dominates the Field this Season
Margaret Morton, Staffer • April 24, 2026

The girls' lacrosse team is soon to wrap up the hard-fought but exciting season this spring, showing great determination, commitment, and growth....

The Girls Water Polo team ended in 3rd in the City Western League
Women’s Waterpolo Makes Waves
Carlin Fretwell, Beat Editor • March 18, 2026

The Girl’s Water Polo team has wrapped up their season, ending in 3rd in the City Western League. Taking some tough losses, the girls are looking...

The CCHS May Crowning celebration was held on May 6th, 2026
What is May Crowning?
Carlin Fretwell, Beat Editor • May 14, 2026

Amid AP testing, our school held a May Crowning Mass on May 6th. May Crowning, celebrated on either the 1st Saturday of May or around Mother’s...

Easter Sunday fell on April 5, 2026 this year.
Easter: It’s a Season?
Carlin Fretwell, Beat Editor • April 28, 2026

This year, we wrapped up Lent by celebrating Easter Sunday on April 5th. But, did you know that Easter lasts longer than just a day? Many people...

Freshman gather for Mass at the freshman retreat.
Freshman Retreat: Growing Together in Faith
Margaret Morton, Staffer • March 6, 2026

Last week, our freshmen had the great opportunity to attend the annual freshman retreat here at our school. The retreat provided students with...

A view of the Burj Al Arab hotel and Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 9, 2021. Picture taken June 9, 2021. REUTERS/Christopher Pike
From Oil to Tourism: The UAE’s Economic Transformation
Brooklyn Givens, Staffer • May 8, 2026

For decades, the United Arab Emirates has felt on top of the world economically and financially. The money from oil, combined with cities being...

This photo illustration created on April 13, 2026 shows a picture of US President Donald Trump on a screen and an AI-generated picture he posted on his Truth Social platform depicting himself as Jesus Christ after criticizing Pope Leo XIV. Trump later posted an AI-generated image seemingly depicting himself as Jesus Christ. In the image, the president appears dressed in red and white robes as he cures a man with his healing hand. The American flag is shown over his shoulder. Trump and the White House have previously shared AI-generated images, including one that showed the president dressed as the pope. (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP) / NOTE TO EDITORS : ADDITION OF THE AFP VISUAL LABEL TO THE IMAGE GENERATED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Trump’s New Truth Social Post Sparks Backlash
Charlie Corney, Editor-In-Chief • April 28, 2026

On April 12, 2026, just 11 days after April Fools Day, the President of the United States of America posted an AI photo of himself depicting...

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem attends a House Judiciary Committee hearing on "Oversight of the Department of Homeland Security" to testify, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 4, 2026.
Kristie Noem Fired: Markwayne Mullin to Replace as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security
Charlie Corney, Co-Editor-In-Chief • March 20, 2026

On March 5th 2026, the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was fired. Kristi Noem was fired on account of the 2026 initiatives...

Señora Navas and Señora Stephenson practicing the scuba.
Four Years, One Class: A Look Back at High School Trends
Adrianna Elsass, Beat Editor • May 15, 2026

Beginning high school in 2022, the Class of 2026 has experienced four full years of trends, memories, and changes. From fashion trends, TikTok...

"The Devil Wears Prada 2" Screening on May 03, 2026 in New York City.
The Devil Wears Prada 2: Did it Meet our Expectations?
Natalya Sosa, Staffer • May 15, 2026

When I first heard about "The Devil Wears Prada 2," I expected it to live up to the original movie that so many people still love today. The...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: A'ja Wilson attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
The 2026 Met Gala:Is This Really Art?
Svea Holladay, Staffer • May 15, 2026

Every year, the Met Gala is held on the first Monday of May. This year, the date was Monday, May 4, 2026. The theme was announced prior to the...

Fernando Tatis Jr. #23 of the San Diego Padres returns to the dugout after striking out during the fifth inning of a game at Petco Park on May 18, 2026 in San Diego, California
Padres Stay Competitive as Season Heats Up
Sei’Mir Roberson, Staffer • May 21, 2026

The San Diego Padres have had an exciting and productive season so far, giving the city many reasons to stay hopeful about the team's future....

Apr 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots against Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) during the second half in game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
NBA Playoffs & Preparation
Sei’Mir Roberson, Staffer • May 1, 2026

The NBA Playoffs began on April 18 and will continue until the finals, starting June 3. While the games are exciting to watch, many do not understand...

GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA - MARCH 21: Cameron Boozer #12 of the Duke Blue Devils reacts during the second half against the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena on March 21, 2026 in Greenville, South Carolina.  (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
Let’s Dance: March Madness 2026, Coming in Hot
Svea Holladay, Staffer • March 31, 2026

Every March, college basketball teams heat up, and get crazier than ever. Teams start banking shots like never before, and low seeds start to...

As seniors prepare to step out into adulthood, it’s important to learn about one crucial part of American society; voting.
Why Voting Matters: Especially as Young Adults
Pearl Smith, Editor-in-Chief (C&C) • May 21, 2026

If there’s one feeling many young adults share, it’s the sense that the future is being shaped beyond our control. Older generations are...

“Closer than you think”
Why Graduation Feels More Stressful than Celebratory
Sydney Ameche, Staffer • May 19, 2026

Graduation is an important milestone that marks the success of the end of a journey. High school graduation expresses the end of childhood and...

The touring cast of MJ the Musical take their bows at the San Diego Civic Theater on May 9, 2026.
The King of Pop: Immortalized
Elise Frias, Staffer • May 15, 2026

“Thriller”, “Beat It”, “Black and White.” These are just a few of the most popular songs by legendary artist Michael Jackson. The...

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