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

Irish Connection
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Yackelin Castro, Reporter

Yackelin is a sophomore reporter for the Irish Connection Media Network. Yackelin is interested in telling stories about important upcoming events and dates. When not covering stories for Cathedral, Yackelin enjoys reading, tennis, going on walks, and spending time with family and friends. Yackelin hopes to pursue a major in business at IU Indianpolis.

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Cathedral's newly constructed grotto will offer students a peaceful place to strengthen their faith. This sacred space will allow students to pray, reflect and symbolize their faith. Mrs. Lewis said “the grotto will be a place for students to pause in their day and reflect on the many sacrifices of Jesus.”

Lady of the Hill

Yackelin Castro, Reporter
April 23, 2025
The Megaphone Volume 104 Issue 5

The Megaphone Volume 104 Issue 5

Camila Jackson, Mary Murphy, Ben Kauffman, Yackelin Castro, Yohali Castro, and Jennifer Velazquez
April 17, 2025
The sophomores participated in a balloon activity, competing against another group. The teams competing against each other are attempting to clear all the balloons from their section, and get them on the opponent's side in order to win. Sophomore Daphne Hernandez said, “I really enjoyed the sophomore unity activities. They were very team engaging and a fun experience.I especially liked the guest speaker since he was very well spoken and enthusiastic.”

Sophomore Mission of Unity

Yackelin Castro, Reporter
March 25, 2025
Senior Regina Jones ‘25 stands next to David Shelton 25’ from Warren Central High School as they are on WISHTV.COM after receiving an award. Both senior students congratulated on winning the Black History Makers of Tomorrow award for their values of entrepreneurship and community involvement. Regina Jones said, “I am honored to win this award and I'm excited to continue that legacy in the future”.

Making a Difference On and Off Campus

Yackelin Castro, Reporter
February 27, 2025
Megaphone Volume 104 Issue 4

Megaphone Volume 104 Issue 4

Camila Jackson, Mary Murphy, Ben Kauffman, Yackelin Castro, Jennifer Velazquez, and Yohali Castro
February 24, 2025
Two students, senior Abby Beasley and sophomore Abigail Eldridge, stand in front of their spaghetti and marshmallow tower. These two cadets demonstrated teamwork and engineering skills through a fun hands-on activity. Sophomore Abigail Eldridge said, “Through CAP I’ve learned the basics of aviation, I’m working towards my pilot's license, and I’ve had many amazing experiences.”

Wings, Leadership, and Service

Yackelin Castro, Reporter
February 10, 2025
Journey Into Fashion World

Journey Into Fashion World

Yackelin Castro, Reporter
January 10, 2025
The Megaphone Volume 104 Issue 3

The Megaphone Volume 104 Issue 3

Mary Murphy, Camila Jackson, Ben Kauffman, Olivia Uskert, Yackelin Castro, Kate Albaugh, and Julie Napier
December 19, 2024
Santa, Mrs. Claus, and other Disney characters wave to all the students below. Santa spent the entire afternoon talking to the Enlace kiddos in front of the Mary wall in the Innovation Center. Mrs. Claus read stories in the library when she wasn't sitting with Santa, and the Disney characters walked around bringing joy to every kid.

How We Spent Christmas on the Hill

Yackelin Castro and Kate Albaugh
December 12, 2024
Taste Off Tuesday

Taste Off Tuesday

Yackelin Castro, Julie Napier, and Olivia Uskert
November 26, 2024
Megaphone Volume 104 Issue 2

Megaphone Volume 104 Issue 2

Camila Jackson, Olivia Uskert, Mary Murphy, Julie Napier, Yackelin Castro, Ben Kauffman, and Kate Albaugh
November 18, 2024
Cathedrals Pride of The Irish Marching band unite after performing. Band members traveled downtown for a veterans day parade. The band members stand close together for a picture after honorably performing.

Veterans Day Parade

Yackelin Castro, Reporter
November 15, 2024
Students test through Bluebook, which is a College Board Test Day Tool Kit app. Students logged in with specific codes and tested at their own pace with scheduled breaks in between.

Overview of the PSAT

Yackelin Castro, Reporter
October 30, 2024
Fall Break Face Off

Fall Break Face Off

Kate Albaugh and Yackelin Castro
October 15, 2024
The Megaphone Volume 104 Issue 1

The Megaphone Volume 104 Issue 1

Olivia Uskert, Camila Jackson, Mary Murphy, Ben Kauffman, Julie Napier, Kate Albaugh, and Yackelin Castro
October 3, 2024
Johnny Mac’s Coffee House menu for the month of September. Drinks and menu items changed every month last year and will continue with that creativity throughout the 2024-25 school year.

New And Improved Coffee House

Yackelin Castro, Reporter
September 23, 2024
Sophia Beeson '25 with several of her championship ribbons from the 4-H Fair. Picture from GoCathedral Instagram. "Communication is an extremely important skill that many of us don’t realize we lack until it is too late," Beeson said.

Local High Schooler Shines in 4-H Competition

Yackelin Castro, Reporter
August 28, 2024
Pictures are taken by Inter-State Studios. Inter-State set up four photographers at each location. "There will be enough photographers, but it is important to stick to the schedule," said Quaranta.

Get Ready for Picture Day: Everything You Need to Know

Camila Jackson and Yackelin Castro
August 19, 2024
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