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

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

Irish Connection
The jersey of Mario McCullough is carried onto the field before the varsity football's team season opener at Westfield.

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Ava Amos is a senior and is the co-editor-in-chief of the Megaphone staff. She is a member of the varsity softball team and enjoys volunteering with the kindergarteners at the same school she attended. She plans on going to college and seeking a profession as a pediatric dentist or oral surgeon. She lives with her parents, her two dogs and her fish. 

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Work on the Innovation Center will be the cause of a campus wide power outage on May 15.

Campus power outage will take place May 15

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 13, 2021
The H lot between Loretto and Cunningham halls was devoid of students' cars on the afternoon of March 31.

Four days of online instruction wraps up

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2021
On March 10, the basketball Sectional played at Lawrence Central was packed with fans. Two days later on March 12, in-person classes would take place for the last time during the spring semester.

[Photo] School community reflects on pandemic anniversary

Tory Basile, Reporter
March 19, 2021
School nurse Mrs. Marianne Vogt '86 says students and their families traveling for spring break should take steps to stay safe and healthy.

School nurse offers tips for a safe spring break

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2021
School nurse Mrs. Marianne Vogt '86 works in her office during E period on March 5.

[Photo] Week following spring break to be virtual

Ashlynn Bakemeyer, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2021
This image has been used throughout Black History Month on campus to promote diversity and social justice.

Black History Month program scheduled for Feb. 18

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
February 16, 2021
School nurse Mrs. Marianne Vogt '86 wears a single cloth mask in her office in Kelly Hall.

School nurse weighs in on double masking

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2021
Ava Amos

Face Off: I really want a birthday sign

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 28, 2021
The Capitol in Washington, D.C. was the site of riots in early January.

[Photo] Grad in Capitol complex on Jan. 6 tells her story

Nick Bozzelli-Levine, Reporter
January 25, 2021
English teacher Dr. Stephanie Kucsera instructs her A period IB English class.

[Photo] IB director provides perspective on program’s demise

By Ashlynn Bakemeyer and Ainsley Danilson, Co-Editor-in-Chief / Reporter
January 22, 2021
Principal Mrs. Julie Barthel explained the many advantages of the new schedule that was put into place for the second semester.

Principal notes several advantages of new schedule

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2021
Director of counseling Mrs. Gretchen Watko '00 provided suggestions to seniors for finishing the year on a positive note.

School counselors are available to provide assistance

Ava Amos, Editor-in-Chief
December 16, 2020
Religion teacher Mr. Matt Cannaday, far right, says he definitely will attend Christmas Mass this year.

Religion teachers preview Christmas Mass plans

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 11, 2020
Library/media assistant Ms. Alannah Cataldo works at her desk. She provided information for how students could access books and other materials during eLearning.

Even with classes online, library services continue

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 10, 2020
Mr. Ken Barlow '82 made comments at the beginning of the virtual multicultural assembly.

Virtual assembly highlights diversity, core values

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2020
Mr. Ken Barlow '82 provided information about the Jan. 26 meeting of the Black Student Union and Latino Student Union.

Been suspended? Common App doesn’t want to know

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2020
Senior Jack Larch drops off his canned food donation before school on Nov. 6. Donations to the annual food drive also were made available to students at the on-campus food pantry.

Math department wraps up annual canned food drive

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2020
Principal Mrs. Julie Barthel.

Here’s why Oct. 20 is an eLearning day

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2020
Disinfectant spray bottle in hand, theater director Ms. Maria Souza sits in the auditorium during before E period before her tech theater class.

Rookies are ready to showcase their talents

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 15, 2020
The counseling center has changed its approach to college rep visits this year.

Counselor outlines virtual college rep visits

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 6, 2020
English teacher Ms. Laurie O'Brien works in her classroom on the second floor of Loretto Hall.

Teachers discuss pros and cons of Misson Mondays

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 1, 2020
Counselor Mrs. Beth Brandes works outside her office on the first floor of Kelly Hall. She outlined steps seniors need to take now to meet initial college application guidelines.

Counselor outlines college admissions process

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 23, 2020
The Welch Activity Center will be the site of the Irish 500 on May 20.

Sept. 11 celebrations include Mass, community service

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 11, 2020
Principal Mrs. Julie Barthel has announced a change to the academic schedule that will begin o Aug. 31.

Principal announces change to daily schedule

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
August 28, 2020
Information about the required summer reading program is posted on the school website.

Changes made to 2020-2021 summer reading

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
May 19, 2020
For business teacher Ms. Jean Kesterson, her Irish flag made the trip from her classroom to her home after the campus was shut down on March 12.

Coach K wraps up 30-year Cathedral career

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
May 7, 2020
In her classroom on the second floor of Kelly Hall, social studies teacher Mrs. Jill Twilleager visits with former student Stephen Vukovits '17.

Teacher explains process of voting in June 2 primary

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
May 5, 2020
Principal provides information about schedule change

Principal provides information about schedule change

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
March 27, 2020
Director of campus ministry Mrs. Charlene Witka shared her thoughts about her retirement at the end of the school year.

Campus ministry director shares her retirement plans

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
March 26, 2020
While he was working from home on March 18, President Dr. Robert Bridges gave a thumbs up to the Cathedral family.

School president further explains decision to close

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
March 18, 2020
Mrs. Karen Hovanec, top left, and her fellow 2019 spring break travelers in Roatan, Honduras about to go zip lining.

Students, teachers reconsider spring break plans

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
March 18, 2020
Principal Mrs. Julie Barthel.

Principal reacts to school’s ‘A’ rating

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
March 6, 2020
The bleachers were full at Lawrence Central for the men's basketball Sectional on March 4.

[Photo] Men’s basketball team falls to Attucks

Caleb Land, Sports Editor
March 6, 2020
The Color Guard participates in the halftime show during the football Homecoming game against Jeffersonville.

Color Guard auditions scheduled for May

Ava Amos, Co-editor-in-chief
March 3, 2020
Mrs. Michelle Taylor '01 said she expects another successful ShamrAuction fundraiser this year.

School prepares for annual ShamrAuction

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
February 27, 2020
Members of the Black Alumni Council and their guests gather at the main entrance.

Black Alumni Council plays key role in school’s success

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
February 12, 2020
Promotional material provides information about the Feb. 22 STEM conference.

School to host STEM conference on Feb. 22

Ava Amos, Co-editor-in-chief
February 10, 2020
A student donates blood during a previous blood drive on campus.

Blood drive scheduled for Feb. 5

Ava Amos, Co-editor-in-chief
January 31, 2020
Face Off: Resolve that resolutions are a waste of time

Face Off: Resolve that resolutions are a waste of time

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
January 19, 2020
History teacher Sr. Mary Ann Stewart provided her perspective on the civil rights movement and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday.

History teacher provides perspective on King holiday

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
January 17, 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.

Enrollment office offers second sibling shadow day

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
January 17, 2020
Director of counseling Mr. Duane Emery, along with the other counselors and the admissions staff, have used technology to communicate with the incoming freshmen and their parents.

Counseling director reflects on his new role

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
December 18, 2019
Library/media assistant Ms. Alannah Cataldo works at her desk. She provided information for how students could access books and other materials during eLearning.

Library announces final exam hours

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
December 13, 2019
Every year, English teacher Mrs. Nancy Wheeler looks forward to seeing the tap dancing Santas.

Educators reflect on their Christmas traditions

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-In-Chief
December 11, 2019
junior Jameson Browne

Face Off: Not a big fan of TikTok

Ava Amos
November 12, 2019
The stage is set for the annual fall drama production on Nov. 22, Nov. 23 and Nov. 24.

Fall play hopes to get glowing reviews

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 12, 2019
Mrs. Katie Klee has an

Peer mentor applications are due Nov. 7

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2019
Suicide prevention magnets are posted in classrooms throughout the campus.

Knowing the warning signs of suicide

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 23, 2019
School nurse Mrs. Courtney Jennings-Sood works in her office earlier this school year.

School nurse provides her perspective on vaping

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2019
In August, the drum majors and guard captains were at band camp. In May, they will be in Hawaii.

Marching band plans year-end trip to Hawaii

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 4, 2019
Principal Mr. Dave Worland works at his desk at the start of the school year.

Principal outlines goals for new school year

Ava Amos, Co-Editor-in-Chief
August 27, 2019
With Mrs. Jill Twilleager providing commentary, Dr. Tom Greer checks out some of the gag gifts he received at the year-end faculty and staff luncheon on May 23.

Dr. Greer reflects on his Cathedral career

Ava Amos, Reporter
May 24, 2019
Muffin looks forward to the summer.

Muffin gets fired up for summer vacation

Ava Amos, Reporter
May 17, 2019
Mental health counselor Mrs. Sarah Ehlich offered advice to students for dealing with grief.

Your finals don’t have to be stressful

Ava Amos, Reporter
May 2, 2019
In his classroom in the basement of Kelly Hall, astronomy and physics teacher Mr. Adam Hibshman shows off the image a black hole. He said he will explain to his classes the importance of the photo and the factors that led to scientists being able to capture the image.

Teacher explains significance of black hole photo

Ava Amos, Reporter
April 26, 2019
Posters displayed around the campus advertise the prom on April 27.

Prom court candidates announced

Ava Amos, Reporter
April 26, 2019
In his classroom in the basement of Kelly Hall, astronomy and physics teacher Mr. Adam Hibshman shows off the image a black hole. He said he will explain to his classes the importance of the photo and the factors that led to scientists being able to capture the image.

[Photo] Editorial: Honoring the Honor Society

Megahone Staff
April 29, 2019
Face Off: Voting age should be lowered to 16

Face Off: Voting age should be lowered to 16

Ava Amos, Reporter
April 17, 2019
Fr. Jeff Godecker celebrates a school wide Mass last year in the Welch Activity Center.

Fr. Godecker returns to serve

Ava Amos, Reporter
April 11, 2019
During one of the blood drives that took place earlier this school year, senior Avaleen Sweeney checks her phone as she makes her donation. The third blood drive of the school year will take place April 15 in the Welch Activity Center.

Blood drive scheduled for April 15

Ava Amos, Reporter
April 9, 2019
Student Resource Officer Ms. Tabetha Emenaker works in her office.

[Photo] SRO offers spring break safety tips

March 21, 2019
The crucifix is brought down the center aisle in the Welch Activity Center during a Mass that was celebrated during the 2019-2020 school year.

Ash Wednesday Mass to be celebrated

Ava Amos, Reporter
March 4, 2019
Upperclassmen offer ISTEP advice

Upperclassmen offer ISTEP advice

Ava Amos, Reporter
February 25, 2019
Students, faculty and staff gathered in the Welch Activity Center on Feb. 13 to celebrate Black History Month.

School gathers to celebrate Black History Month

Ava Amos, Reporter
February 15, 2019
Senior Joshua Hall and sophomore Madison Ackley promote candygram sales.

Candygram sale benefits leukemia patients

Ava Amos, Reporter
February 13, 2019
Council prepares for Catholic Schools Week

Council prepares for Catholic Schools Week

Ava Amos, Reporter
January 25, 2019
The marching band performs at Open House in November. The band is of the recipients of the most recent Mothers Club grants.

Mothers’ Club members provide valued support

Ava Amos, Reporter
November 30, 2018
Several actors prepare to take a bow during last year's Rookie Showcase.

Rookie Showcase auditions are Nov. 27

Ava Amos, Reporter
November 20, 2018
Seniors and teacher chaperones pose in front of the houses worked on through Habitat for Humanity on Nov. 9. Throughout the year, seniors have voluteered their time on the site to construct a home.

Service opportunities available over break

Ava Amos, Reporter
November 19, 2018
Senior Jack Hutchens, far left, will be among the students participating in the Nov. 1 All Saints' Day Mass in the Welch Activity Center.

Liturgy committee prepares for Nov. 1 Mass

Ava Amos, Reporter
October 31, 2018
Sr. Mary Ann Stewart instructs her G period history class on Oct. 17. Sr. Stewart said she encourages all students who registered to vote to cast their ballot on Nov. 6.

[Photo] Senate contest among key races in Nov. 6 election

Nic Napier, Opinion Editor
October 18, 2018
Face Off: Starbursts are the best Halloween candy

Face Off: Starbursts are the best Halloween candy

Ava Amos, Reporter
October 17, 2018
Scares were provided during last year's Trail of Terror, as will be the case this year.

Oct. 24 event to benefit summer mission trip

Ava Amos, Reporter
October 12, 2018
During her prep period on Oct. 9, English department co-chair Mrs. Liz Browning works at her desk. Browning and several other English teachers will take seniors to the Indiana Repertory Theatre on Oct. 17.

Seniors prepare for annual drama field trip

Ava Amos, Reporter
October 11, 2018
Spanish teacher Mrs. Kim Jamell said she uses various strategies to keep her online students focused.

StuCo ready for annual spirit week

Ava Amos, Reporter
September 19, 2018
School resource officer Tabetha Emenaker is now part of the Cathedral family.

Meet our new school resource officer

Ava Amos, Reporter
September 12, 2018
Mrs. Shannon Fox '80, director of Christian service, works in her office during G period on Aug. 28. Fox said a new app for students to track their community service hours is now ready for them to access.

Campus ministry rolls out new app

Ava Amos, Reporter
August 28, 2018
The bookstore will be turned into a winter wonderland during Christmas.

Spirit shop gears up for holidays

Ava Amos, Reporter
November 1, 2017
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