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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

Irish Connection Morning News

Celia Miles and Quinn Gianoli
March 14, 2024
Members and soon-to-be members of the Cathedral family gathered at the Evening of Excellence event Thursday night. The Evening of Excellence is held to honor members of the Cathedral family who have made a significant contribution to Cathedral and its students. Angel, a sophomore student who is one of many at Cathedral who have the opportunity for tuition assistance says, "Attending Cathedral has made a huge impact on my faith and I give it thanks to my sponsor for allowing me and encouraging me to attend Cathedral."

An Evening of Excellence

Camila Jackson, Photographer
September 29, 2023
Senior Joan Darnell, a member of the Color Guard, performing a routine during the school assembly. Color Guard at Cathedral is a friendly and welcoming group that does competitive dance based routines while adding flags and other equipment to their performance. Alexis Howard, Cathedral's new Color Guard Director said, “I have been working hard to establish CHS' very own Winter Guard for the 23'-24' IHSCGA season. I am so excited.”

Homecoming Friday

Camila Jackson, Photographer
September 11, 2023
Cathedral Class of 25’s hallway is decorated with their homecoming theme, Jaws for Juniors. Every year each Cathedral class has a designated hallway which they must decorate according to their chosen theme to win points for the spirit stick; this year themes are Flamin’ Hot Freshman, Superhero Sophomores, and Senior World. Sophomore Fatima says, “I think this is such a fun and unique tradition at Cathedral and it shows everyone’s competitive side in trying to win the Spirit Stick for their class.

Homecoming Hallway Decoration

Camila Jackson, Photographer
September 8, 2023
Cathedral’s band, Pride of the Irish, outside creating a memorable morning to start off Homecoming week and All Out Irish. Cathedrals band has had some more involvement these past few days with opening up the Student Assembly last Friday and also having a new band director, Ian Callen. Lorrea Correra, a drummer for Band says, "I love the environment and support the band creates and it is just a nice school activity to be a part of.”

A Kickoff To Homecoming Week

Camila Jackson, Photographer
September 5, 2023
Video evidence of prediction Bear sneaking around the band room of Cunningham. Accomplices are still unknown.

Beware of the BEAR!

Roch Egan, Reporter
August 29, 2023
Students' parents walk to Lorretto to meet their teachers on Thursday evening. To start off the 2023 - 2024 school year, parents are encouraged to get to know their children’s teachers to better understand their expectations, course curriculum, and materials needed for that class. Principal Julie Barthel said, “During this special evening, you have an opportunity to walk your child’s schedule and meet their educators.”

Meet The Teacher

Camila Jackson, photographer
August 25, 2023
JV soccer player, Sophomore Colin Jackson #7, at his game against Greenfield Central Thursday night. The game ended with a score of 3-0, with Colin scoring the 2nd goal in the 1st half. Colin says, “It is a lot of fun playing for this team and I’m excited for the next games to come.”

Varsity Soccer Photos

Camila Jackson, photographer
August 21, 2023
Q And A... Episode 0

Q And A… Episode 0

August 18, 2023
Krista Bohannon, the new media specialist working alongside Mrs. Morin, celebrating the end of the 5 by 5/5 for $5 reading challenge by having a free catered lunch for students who correctly completed the task. Mrs. Bohannon says, “I do think it was successful. Our group read an impressive total of 348 books!” Students have the opportunity to earn $5 and a free lunch by reading 5 books and then writing a book review or having face to face book discussion with Mrs. Bohannon or Mrs. Morin. “I plan to create a site where students and the staff can post their reviews of the books they read. This way, everyone can share their thoughts and opinions on the books, making the book club an interactive and exciting experience for all.” Says Mrs. Bohannon, regarding on her plans for next year.

5 by 5/5

Camila Jackson, Photographer
May 12, 2023
Ballots are closed as students await the results of the Student Council elections for the 2024 school year. Student Council plans and organizes Homecoming, Winterfest and Irish 500. Mrs. Kim Jamell, moderator for Student Council l, says, “I think it’s important to keep Cathedral traditions alive and fun.”

Student Council

Charles Mong, Photographer
May 10, 2023
Lady Irish tennis takes on the Eagles of Guerin Catholic. Manager Sam Sgroi (senior) says, “Their greatest challenge is their mentality. It’s all in their head.” The Irish won their overall matches 3-2.

Tennis

Charles Mong, Photographer
May 5, 2023
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