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Pete Werner '17, right, has reported to rookie camp for the New Orleans Saint.

[PHOTO] New Orleans Saints draft former Irish player

May 18, 2021
Junior Lendon Bryam stands in front of the speech and debate sign in Kelly Hall.

[PHOTO] His good friends recall their memories of Lendon

May 17, 2021
Sophomore Gabrielle Blamey colored greeting cards to help complete her required service hours.

[PHOTO] Service hours deadline extended to May 28

May 10, 2021
Irish Guys with Ties perform at an outdoor concert last fall in Carmel.

[PHOTO] Irish Guys with Ties prepare for two performances

May 10, 2021
Students, faculty and staff gathered on campus on May 2 to honor the memory of junior Lendon Byram.

[PHOTO] Editorial: Remembering our friend and classmate

May 7, 2021
Color guard clinics have been scheduled for three dates in May.

[PHOTO] Band director announces color guard tryouts

May 4, 2021
For service hours, several seniors volunteered their time at the annual Trivia Night fundraiser.

[PHOTO] Students play key role in annual Trivia Night

April 28, 2021
A Black Lives Matter protest took place in Downtown Indianapolis last summer.

[PHOTO] Students, administrator react to Chauvin verdict

April 23, 2021
A few members of the Hiking Club gather after an outing earlier this school year.

[PHOTO] Hiking Club participates in Earth Day activity

April 23, 2021
Cole Hocker ‘19 shows off the indoor men’s track and field national championship trophy. Hocker now turns his attention to the Summer Olympics.

[PHOTO] National champion now. Summer Olympics next?

April 19, 2021
Junior Ayrton Houk feels the need, the need for speed.

[PHOTO] As a race car driver, junior lives life in the fast lane

April 15, 2021
The senior prom will take place April 24 at the Children's Museum.

[PHOTO] Prom ticket order deadline is April 13 at 11:59 p.m.

April 13, 2021
The stage is set for the upcoming performances of

[PHOTO] Cast, crew are ready to perform “Alice in Wonderland”

April 13, 2021
New members of the National Honor Society participated in the induction ceremony on April 11 in the Welch Activity Center.

[PHOTO] National Honor Society inducts new members

April 12, 2021
Junior Amelia DeSanto has been selected to perform in the state honor band.

[PHOTO] Junior selected to perform in state honor band

April 9, 2021
Senior Andrew de las Alas is one of two members of the speech and debate team -- so far -- who have qualified for Nationals.

[PHOTO] Two speech and debate members prep for Nationals

April 9, 2021
Drum major senior Gabe Tice and several members of the jazz band played Christmas music in various neighborhoods to help fulfill their service hours this year.

[PHOTO] Deadline to submit service hours is May 1

April 8, 2021
The H lot between Loretto and Cunningham halls was devoid of students' cars on the afternoon of March 31.

[PHOTO] Four days of online instruction wraps up

April 1, 2021
A small fire and a campus-wide power outage were the result of a transformer explosion on March 30 at 6:15 p.m.

[PHOTO] Transformer explosion results in power outage

March 31, 2021
It has been almost two years since the traditional Baccalaureate Mass was celebrated in the Welch Activity Center.

[PHOTO] Baccalaureate Mass will have limited attendance

March 31, 2021
For baseball and softball games at Brunette Park, seating will be limited.

[PHOTO] Guidelines for spring sports attendance released

March 29, 2021
Mrs. Aly Weaver '12 has joined the school staff as a social worker.

[PHOTO] New social worker joins the Irish family

March 25, 2021
Six members of the marching band earned top honors in the annual state music contest.

[PHOTO] Band members earn state contest honors

March 18, 2021
Seniors who attended the retreat in February gather before returning to campus.

[PHOTO] Covid creates challenges for senior retreats

March 18, 2021
One of the values of Holy Cross, hope, will serve as the theme for the 2021-2022 school year.

[PHOTO] Hope selected as next year’s Holy Cross value

March 17, 2021
It's been almost two years since the varsity baseball team took the field. Head Coach Mr. Ed Freije '99 confers with two assistant coaches during the 2019 season at the Regional.

[PHOTO] Spring athletes adjust to a year away from their sport

March 12, 2021
Senior Hays Teasley puts the finishing touches on one of his works of art.

[PHOTO] Senior’s artistic talent earns national recognition

March 12, 2021
Sixteen members of the speech and debate team will participate in the State meet on March 13.

[PHOTO] Sixteen speech team members qualify for State meet

March 10, 2021
Students at Indiana University adhere to socially distancing guidelines during a chemistry class. / Photo courtesy Indiana University / Used by permission.

[PHOTO] Seniors await college acceptance notifications

March 8, 2021
Students show off their awards from the National German Examination. They are, front row, from left, Micah Wasmuth, Phillip Bernauer, Claire Miller and Jasmine Zimmer; back row, Alex Pohl, Hans Klemm, Matthew Fiedeldey, Tom Kress and Emma Kress.

[PHOTO] Nine German students earn recognition

March 3, 2021
The Central Indiana Knights play for the State championship on March 6 in South Bend.

[PHOTO] Knights look to win another State championship

March 2, 2021
Web-mock-trial

[PHOTO] Mock Trial team wraps up State competition

February 27, 2021
It is tradition for the Pride of the Irish to march in the St. Patrick's Day parade in Downtown Indianapolis.

[PHOTO] Band is ready for a parade that may not happen

February 24, 2021
Snow didn't stop the wrestling team from being able to make it to campus on Feb. 16 for practice.

[PHOTO] Closing campus doesn’t always mean no athletics

February 23, 2021
Wrestlers and coaches after after a recent practice.

[PHOTO] Wrestlers head to State Finals at Bankers Life

February 19, 2021
While you were cozy and warm in front of your iPad during the eLearning day on Feb. 16, crews were spending hours removing snow from the parking lots and sidewalks.

[PHOTO] Dedicated crew tackles snow removal on the Hill

February 19, 2021
From left, host mother Mrs. Becky Van Rooy, host brother and junor Fisher Van Rooy host sister and freshman Anna Van Rooy, exchange student Julia Wesjohann and host sister and freshman Maggie Van Rooy gather in the Indianapolis International Airport to welcome their guest from Germany.

[PHOTO] Irish welcome German exchange student

February 18, 2021
Senior Lauren Dubbink is one of two female members of the Class of 2021 who has been named an Eagle Scout.

[PHOTO] Two senior girls earn Boy Scouts’ top honor

February 17, 2021
Last year’s Fund-a-Need at the annual Shamrauction, which took place in the Welch Activity Center, was to address food insecurity among families on the Hill. This year’s event, because of Covid-19, will be virtual.

[PHOTO] Annual fundraiser will take place Feb. 27

February 17, 2021
This image has been used throughout Black History Month on campus to promote diversity and social justice.

[PHOTO] Black History Month program scheduled for Feb. 18

February 16, 2021
Lt. Col. Tom Elam speaks to members attending a recent meeting of the Civil Air Patrol.

[PHOTO] Civil Air Patrol continues meetings on days 2 and 4

February 16, 2021
Speech and debate team members got an early start in Loretto Hall during the State meet.

[PHOTO] Speech and debate team competes via video

February 15, 2021
The Sheddy brothers, from left, John, Paul and Patrick, carry on the Irish tradition of siblings being involved in athletics on the Hill, in this case, with older brothers setting the tone.

[PHOTO] Older siblings set the tone for younger athletes

February 15, 2021
Mr. Ben Sasin ‘14, third from left in the front row, has answered God’s call to become a priest. On the campus at Notre Dame, he stands with his cohort group that is pursuing a master’s degree as part of each postulate’s preparation for entering the priesthood.

[PHOTO] Class of ’14 alumnus is studying to become a priest

February 10, 2021
Senior Cam Jordan and his parents attend the winter signing ceremony in the Welch Activity Center. Next year, Jordan will play baseball for the University of Louisville. This year, he and his teammates can’t wait to take the field at Brunette Park.

[PHOTO] Coach, players are ready for baseball season

February 8, 2021
Rocket Club members gather for a meeting earlier this school year in Brunette Park.

[PHOTO] Rocket Club plans meeting for Feb. 12

February 8, 2021
Project manager Mr. Connor Britt and jobsite superintendent Mr. Jerry Feuquay work together to ensure the Innovation Center construction stays on schedule.

[PHOTO] Construction team takes pride in its work

February 8, 2021
Freshman Sam Snyder participates in the State speech and debate meet on Jan. 31 in Loretto Hall.

[PHOTO] Speech and debate team takes part in State meet

February 4, 2021
Physics teacher Mr. Jimmy Miller provided a photo of a previous year's CTEC robotics competition.

[PHOTO] Robotics team prepares for upcoming competition

January 26, 2021
For sophomore Ava Stevens, her community service includes her pony, Acorn, as both of whom recently visited Cooper Trace Nursing Home.

[PHOTO] Students find creative ways to serve their community

January 25, 2021
The annual Catholic Schools Week event kicks off Feb. 1.

[PHOTO] Catholic Schools Week begins Feb. 1

January 22, 2021
Junior Elle Lewis described the superstitions she carried out before every soccer match.

[PHOTO] For athletes, superstitions are part of their success

January 13, 2021
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[PHOTO] Despite Covid challenges, believers keep their faith

January 13, 2021
The legacy of Irish football includes former players competing for the national title, as will be the case on Jan. 11.

[PHOTO] Ohio State, ‘Bama starters include former Irish players

January 8, 2021
The Civil Air Patrol will be one of the many clubs and organizations presenting information at the Jan. 13 virtual activities fair.

[PHOTO] Virtual activities fair scheduled for Jan. 13

January 7, 2021
Senior Brooke Benkie took this photo of the Hanover campus during her college visit there. Benkie was able to tour only Hanover and Purdue in person.

[PHOTO] Seniors choose colleges without touring them

January 6, 2021
Sophomore Jordan Prince took this photo of Dubai during one of her family's recent trips outside of the United States.

[PHOTO] Covid alters one family’s Christmas travel plans

December 24, 2020
Covid-19 won't stop the Cannons from celebrating a stay-at-home family Christmas.

[PHOTO] Christmas with the Cannons

December 22, 2020
The Finns stand on the Welch Activity Center court. They are, from left Max Finn, senior Mia Finn, Mrs. Lisa Finn, Luke Finn and Mr. Billy Finn.

[PHOTO] Basketball coach named to Silver Anniversary team

December 14, 2020
Assistant Coach Mr. Adam Barth is the first recipient of the Paul Loggan Award from the Indiana Football Coaches Association.

[PHOTO] Barth named state’s top assistant football coach

December 14, 2020
Cartons of LED lights are being stored in the Shiel Student Life Center before they are installed throughout the campus.

[PHOTO] Installation of energy-efficient LEDs now underway

December 12, 2020
The view from the desk of English teacher Mrs. Nancy Wheeler is that of an empty room.

[PHOTO] Some instructors opt to teach from their classrooms

December 11, 2020
Religion teacher Mr. Matt Cannaday, far right, says he definitely will attend Christmas Mass this year.

[PHOTO] Religion teachers preview Christmas Mass plans

December 11, 2020
Next year, senior Oliver Ossip is headed for -- wait for it -- Tulane.

[PHOTO] Two seniors tell their early decision stories

December 11, 2020
Candlelight Advent services are taking place on campus on selected Sundays at 5:30 p.m.

[PHOTO] Two more candlelight Advent services scheduled

December 7, 2020
Senior Andrew de las Alas shows off his campaign T-shirt.

[PHOTO] Senior relates his campaign volunteer experience

December 7, 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.

[PHOTO] From the football field to the basketball court

December 4, 2020
Senior Whitley Walton, left, participates in the EMBRACE Club's tour of historic Indiana Avenue earlier this school year. Walton provided her thoughts on the election of Sen. Kamala Harris as vice president of the United States.

[PHOTO] Women of color react to election of Harris as VP

December 2, 2020
Men’s volleyball Head Coach Ms. Rhonda Low was inducted into the Indiana High School Volleyball Coaches Hall of Fame on Nov. 9, 2013 at the Horizon Convention Center in Muncie. Low will step away from coaching this year after a long and successful career.

[PHOTO] Low reflects on her successful coaching career

November 30, 2020
Junior Ty Walsh is spending much less time in his car now that classes are online.

[PHOTO] For junior, eLearning means much less driving time

November 27, 2020
Members of the Class of 2024 participate in the freshman retreat earlier this school year.

[PHOTO] Remaining retreats for this semester postponed

November 19, 2020
Senior TJ O'Brien shows off his at-home set up for completing his assignments.

[PHOTO] One senior shares his eLearning routine

November 17, 2020
A handout promotes the library's annual reading incentive program.

[PHOTO] Library continues reading incentive program

November 11, 2020
Students attended the Dungeons and Dragons callout meeting in the library at the beginning of the school year.

[PHOTO] Dungeons and Dragons stays active despite Covid

November 11, 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.

[PHOTO] Math department wraps up annual canned food drive

November 6, 2020
In October, freshmen gathered in socially distanced groups during their annual day of recollection. Attending a school that allows us to develop our relationship with God is just one of the reasons to be thankful.

[PHOTO] Editorial: We have lots of reasons to be thankful

November 5, 2020
Math teacher Mrs. Dawn Gilmore and freshman Reilly Gilmore spend some time together outside of school. The Gilmores noted the advantages of mom teaching here and her daughter enrolling at Cathedral as well.

[PHOTO] On the Hill: Like mother, like daughter

November 4, 2020
Senior Eric Dickey casts his vote in the mock election during B period on Nov. 3.

[PHOTO] In school’s mock election, Trump defeats Biden

November 3, 2020
Students participated in a Math League competition earlier this school year.

[PHOTO] Math League prepares for upcoming competitions

November 3, 2020
The State-bound women's soccer team shows off its Regional champion trophy.

[PHOTO] Women’s soccer preps for State title match

October 30, 2020
Projects such as these finished by students enrolled in Mrs. Sara Greene’s ceramics classes now will become work done by engineering students as part of a collaborative effort.

[PHOTO] Ceramics and STEM students will work together

October 22, 2020
Last year's We the People team met with Gov. Eric Holcomb in his office.

[PHOTO] We the People team prepares for Nov. 7 Regional

October 21, 2020
Thanks to TurfDogs, the grass field at Arlington was in pristine shape for every football home game this season.

[PHOTO] From field of weeds to field of dreams

October 15, 2020
This year, the Homecoming dress-up day included masks.

[PHOTO] Editorial: Thanks to all for an amazing Homecoming

October 12, 2020
Earlier this school year, Mrs. Angela McGruder sent an email with this image trying to track down the owners of these shoes. At least both the left and right shoe had been turned in. That is not always the case.

[PHOTO] Missing something? Check lost and found

October 2, 2020
Just as it did last year, the varsity football team will take on Cincinnati Elder.

[PHOTO] Elder coach prepares ‘for a really good football team’

October 2, 2020
A basket in the faculty workroom in Kelly Hall provides teachers a place to drop off letters to senior retreat participants.

[PHOTO] Senior retreats to continue, but with changes

October 1, 2020
Senior Andrew de las Alas shows off his Best of SNO certificate.

[PHOTO] Megaphone reporter receives national recognition

October 1, 2020
While it was safe for him to do so -- we hope -- Tavo Arce snapped a selfie during one of his recent morning commutes to school.

[PHOTO] Junior describes his 100-mile daily commute

September 28, 2020
The women's golf team shows off its Sectional championship trophy.

[PHOTO] Fall sports updates

September 28, 2020
Thanks to Covid-19, senior Lauren Dubbink missed the first few days of her last year of high school.

[PHOTO] Senior returns from Covid-19 quarantine

September 25, 2020
English teacher Mrs. Melinda Bundy took a quick break from online teaching to snap a selfie.

[PHOTO] Mrs. Bundy sends greetings from her home

September 25, 2020
The varsity football team will wear white on white uniforms for some games this season.

[PHOTO] Football team to sport new uniforms

September 23, 2020
The drum majors lead a recent Pride of the Irish practice on the football field.

[PHOTO] More than a Band-Aid for Pride of the Irish

September 22, 2020
Members of the Horse Club are riding in pairs to be sure to maintain social distancing.

[PHOTO] Without flex, clubs adjust their routines

September 21, 2020
A sign on the Hill promotes the award-winning speech and debate team.

[PHOTO] Speech and debate team callouts announced

September 16, 2020
Before school on Sept. 15, Ms. Amy Weber sets up the computer in English teacher Mrs. Melinda Bundy's classroom.

[PHOTO] Substitutes provide support for online instructors

September 15, 2020
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