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The Student News Site of Cathedral High School | Indianapolis, Indiana

Irish Connection
The Student News Site of Cathedral High School | Indianapolis, Indiana

Irish Connection
Andrew de las Alas

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter

Andrew de las Alas is a senior and reporter for the Megaphone. He runs varsity cross-country, is co-captain of the speech and debate team and co-president of Asian Student Union. He lives in Broad Ripple with his parents and younger brother.

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Junior Lendon Bryam stands in front of the speech and debate sign in Kelly Hall.

His good friends recall their memories of Lendon

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
May 17, 2021
For service hours, several seniors volunteered their time at the annual Trivia Night fundraiser.

Students play key role in annual Trivia Night

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
April 28, 2021
The CDC has issued a temporary pause on the use of the Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine.

Nurse provides perspective on J & J vaccine pause

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
April 19, 2021
Sophomore Josh Omoruyi gets settled in to his seat before the start of his speech class with Mrs. Melinda Bundy.

Two-sport athlete takes pride in his heritage

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
April 16, 2021
Students participated in a Math League competition earlier this school year.

Math League wraps up successful season

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
March 30, 2021
Sophomore Ben Dravis completes an assignment in Mrs. Kathy Darnell's E period Spanish class.

Two sophomores selected for IU summer program

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
March 12, 2021
Social studies teacher Mr. Criag Blanchet said he sees both advantages and disadvantages if the federal minimum wage were to be raised to $15 an hour.

Wage increase would benefit students with jobs

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
March 11, 2021
Mock Trial team wraps up State competition

Mock Trial team wraps up State competition

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
February 27, 2021
During alpha period on Feb. 11, Mr. Steve Goodman directs the orchestra, which practices in the basement of Cunningham Hall. Goodman brings a vast range of professional experience as a musician to the Hill to share with his students, who were practicing a piece called “No Bounds,” which the group would eventually perform with the jazz band.

Veteran orchestra director shares his musical passion

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
February 12, 2021
Counselor Ms. Kathy Pivonka provided members of the Class of 2021 with an update on filing for financial aid.

Counselor: It’s not too late for seniors to file for aid

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
February 10, 2021
The back of what was the cafeteria last year and is classroom space this year is now illuminated by high efficient LED lights.

Cunningham is next up for LED installation

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
February 2, 2021
Senior quarterback Nathan McCahill escapes the Brebeuf Jesuit defense during the Homecoming game.

Two varsity football players named to state’s Top 50

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
December 21, 2020
Sophomore Jaron Tibbs honed his skills playing AAU basketball over the summer. He now will transition to winter sports as a member fo the varsity basketball team.

From the football field to the basketball court

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
December 4, 2020
Immediately after a passing period on Oct. 29, an EMS staff member disinfects the door handles on the southwest entrance of Kelly Hall.

Online instruction allows for rigorous cleaning

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
November 18, 2020
Immediately after a passing period on Oct. 29, an EMS staff member disinfects the door handles on the southwest entrance of Kelly Hall.

Custodians provide an essential service during Covid

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
November 2, 2020
Sr. Mary Mary Ann Stewart prepares for her next social studies class in the library.

Catholic voters will impact presidential election

Andrew de las Alas
October 15, 2020
Couselor Mrs. Kathy Pivonka said families should be aware of upcoming college admissions deadlines.

In the midst of Covid-19, seniors apply for college

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
October 8, 2020
A mass shadow day, such as last year's sibling event, will not occur this year, but students still can spend a day on campus.

Yes, you still can take a shadow visit here

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
September 24, 2020
At the Indiana Baseball Academy in Westfield, junior Will Mayer prepares to hit off a tee. The Hit Trax machine in the background, similar to a golf simulator, will record and break down every element of his swing, helping him to improve his game.

Athletes use high tech to improve their skills

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
September 24, 2020
Social studies teacher Mrs. Jill Twilleager sprays disinfectant on a desk in her classroom during period F on Sept. 8.

Mission Mondays allow for time for more cleaning

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
September 9, 2020
Senior Joe Egan wrote the software that students use to connect to classrooms.

Senior puts his tech skills to use for his school

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
September 2, 2020
English teacher Mrs. Lisa Blamey skipped a summer vacation in order to welcome a new member of the family.

Travel bans alter summer vacation plans

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
August 14, 2020
One of the participants in last summer's Camp Cathedral was enrolled in the creative writing camp.

Camp Cathedral director makes adjustments

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
May 14, 2020
Teachers have been issued supplies they are using to clean their own rooms.

School takes additional coronavirus precautions

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
March 11, 2020
One of senior Izzy Arney's pieces she created in her alpha period independent study class.

Independent study gives students options

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
February 27, 2020
Ms. Ria Pereira assists a student in her E period class on Feb. 17.

AP Computer Science program earns recognition

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
February 18, 2020
Senior Cam Clark shows off what will soon be cut up.

Not fake news, but fake frogs

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
February 11, 2020
Items turned in to lost and found fill two lockers outside the Student Services Suite.

Retainer gone? Sweatshirt MIA? Go to lost and found

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
February 7, 2020
With microphone in hand, Mr. Tristan Zavaleta led the singing at the multicultural assembly earlier this school year.

Mr. Z provides perspective on theater program

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
January 14, 2020
Six members of the Pride of the Irish have been selected to participate as part of the Ball State Honors Band. They are, from left, Micah Wasmuth, Joseph Jideonwo, Claudia Darnell, Amelia DeSanto, Gabe Tice and Andrew Marcou.

Six band members will perform at Ball State

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
November 18, 2019
Giving back to the community is one of this school's core values. Students participated in the Day of Service on Sept. 13.

Community service hours policy changes

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
October 31, 2019
The varsity football team opens Sectional play Nov. 1 against Terre Haute South.

Football Sectional tickets on sale Oct. 28-Nov. 1

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
October 24, 2019
Flunchers take advantage of the warm weather on Oct. 2.

[Photo] RIP flunch: Schedule to change with new quarter

Katie Darragh, Reporter
October 3, 2019
Junior Bill Zhang studies in the counseling center after school on Sept. 24.

Thousands of miles from China, noting protests

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
September 25, 2019
Hall decorating is a traditional part of the school's annual Homecoming celebration.

Classes plan their themes, hallway decorations

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
September 22, 2019
Two juniors participated in the Indiana University language program over the summer.

Juniors experience summer language program

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
September 20, 2019
Senior Nick Grill, at left in choir class last year, earned a perfect score on the ACT.

Senior earns perfect ACT score

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
September 10, 2019
Earlier this school year, senior Gia Peduto, wearing a red sweatshirt, stood with visiting students from Guatemala. On May 7, she cast her vote in the primary election.

Primary election voter shares her story

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
May 8, 2019
The senior yearbook portrait of Mr. William Shover '46, who has maintained his connections to the school over the years.

‘Lifelong connections’ definitely apply to ’46 grad

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
May 2, 2019
Vice Principal Mr. Jere Kubuske shakes the hand of a lanyard-wearing freshman at Winterfest.

Lanyard requirement is here to stay

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
April 16, 2019
STEM teacher Ms. Ria Periera works with students on a project during last summer's Camp Cathedral.

Camp Cathedral gears up for another summer

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
April 16, 2019
In his classroom on March 29, social studies teacher Mr. Anthony Ernst talks to sophomores Isaac Michael and Levi Wojtalik.

Educators eager for spring break, too

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
March 29, 2019
Seniors Oliva Carrico, Grace Brenton and Zoie Obst study during flex.

Disappearing flex: Assemblies affect student time

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
March 29, 2019
Mr. Terry Knaus brings the perspective of both a former college admissions administrator and his current role as a college counselor to his position.

Counselor weighs in on college admissions

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
March 25, 2019
A peer mentor works with a freshman during first semester. Current juniors may apply to be a peer mentor next year, and that application deadline is March 27.

Peer mentor application deadline is March 27

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
March 12, 2019
Five wrestlers qualified for the State meet Feb. 15-16 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Downtown Indianapolis.

[Photo] Wrestlers receive rousing send off to State

Megaphone Staff
February 15, 2019
English teacher Mrs. Melina Bundy records attendance during her G period class on Jan. 31. Bundy offered suggestions to parents who will attend parent/teacher conferences on Feb. 7.

Teachers provide conference advice, suggestions

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
January 31, 2019
Every other year, students enrolled in the In Our Village class, which is taught by English department co-chair Mrs. Liz Browning, participate in a 12- to 13-day service project to Tanzania.

Class plans trip to Africa, visit to Awet School

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
January 31, 2019
Senior in his element in chemistry independent study

Senior in his element in chemistry independent study

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
January 24, 2019
Students should check their school email for a link to their second quarter report card.

Second quarter report cards released

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
January 15, 2019
During second semester last spring, math teacher Mrs. Lisa Ford provides one-on-one instruction.

Math teachers offer final exam advice

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
December 14, 2018
The number of students wearing the dreaded red lanyard has decreased significantly this quarter, according to Vice Principal Mr. Jere Kubuske.

Vice principal notes positives of wearing lanyards

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
December 6, 2018
At last month’s multicutural assembly in the Welch Activity Center, the diversity of the student body was on full display. The same level of diversity is not the case for the current faculty and staff, and school administrators are attempting to address this issue.

Administrators recognize lack of diversity among faculty

Andrew De Las Alas, Reporter
November 15, 2018
Junior Maddie Wirth, second from left, scored the winning goal in the women's soccer team's State title victory over South Bend St. Joseph.

Junior reflects on her goal at State soccer

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
November 5, 2018
This year's Shack City, originally schedule for Sept. 22, has been postposed and will take place later in the school year on a date yet to be determined.

Sept. 22 Shack City event postponed

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
September 22, 2018
Numerous school groups, such as the Black Student Union, shown meeting last year, will have information available at the annual student activities far.

Activities Fair set for Sept. 6

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
August 30, 2018
A car in the teacher's lot next to the Welch Activity Center sports a magnet publicizing the Nov. 9 Open House.

Seniors recall Open House memories

Andrew de las Alas, Reporter
November 3, 2017
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