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The Emerald

Sacred Heart Cathedral's student-run newspaper. We've got issues.

The Emerald

Aubrey Gache-Hernandez '28 getting ready to play Dress To Impress.

Dress To Impress’ Most Impressive Outfits

Rhyan Tagay ‘28 November 5, 2024

Out of the hundreds of thousands of games on Roblox, one in particular is on the rise: Dress to Impress. Released in October of 2023, Dress To Impress garnered over 3.5 billion visits just a year after...

Drawing of this month’s genre.

SHC’s October Reads – Mystery

Simone Cohen '27 and Lily Cardenas '27 October 30, 2024

Happy Halloween SHC! In keeping with October’s spooky spirit, this month’s genre is mystery! Mystery novels can range from cracking crimes and deciphering puzzles to solving supernatural enigmas. By...

Simone Cohen ‘27 and Lily Cardenas ‘27 with this month's book selections.

SHC’s September Reads – Historical Fiction

Simone Cohen '27 and Lily Cardenas '27 September 30, 2024

Author’s Note -  Hello SHC! My name is Simone Cohen. I am a sophomore and a huge reader! One of my closest friends and fellow book lovers, Lily Cardenas, and I are proud to be the authors of this...

Ready to groove in Golden Gate Park: Let the concert begin!

Outside Lands ‘24

Rachel Lewis '25 and Grace Mathis '26 September 7, 2024

Outside Lands is an annual festival held in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. Named after the city’s western districts (the Richmond and Sunset), the festival is a vibrant celebration of the arts, with...

SHC’s Favorite Restaurants

Ilana Avrutin '27, Copy Editor July 15, 2024

Are you looking for a place to celebrate a birthday, a family brunch, or just a casual restaurant outing? If you are in need of a restaurant recommendation, the Emerald can help. The Emerald asked SHC...

SHC String Ensemble performs during the instrumental concert.

Behind the Scenes of Instrumental Concert Tech Week!

Sara Hwang '26, Staff Writer March 5, 2024

Quite possibly one of the most renowned and intensely anticipated performance nights at SHC, SHC’s instrumental music concert is a one-night-only spectacular with more than 5 months' worth of effort....

boygenius embracing during a performance.

What did SHC Listen to in 2023?

Aurora Chen '25 and Kat Leong '24 February 29, 2024

Albums are not only sets of songs—they serve as cultural touchstones and influence how we interact with the world. Music can express unique worldviews through a variety of genres. From providing emotional...

Salla Grigor 25’ SHC 'Frankenstein' Headshot 2023

To Compete or not to Compete: Shakespeare at SHC

Rachel Lewis ‘25 February 29, 2024

Whether you have read Macbeth or Hamlet in your English class, seen a Shakespeare play, participated in Shakespeare Club, or have simply heard of the Bard, you know that William Shakespeare’s legacy...

The finished product!

Bite-Sized Joy: How to Make Delicious Cake Pops

Sara Hwang '26, Staff Writer December 15, 2023

Winter break is just around the corner, so what better time to try out some new recipes? Spice up your holiday cookie exchange, school potluck, or even just reward yourself after finals with these cake...

As opening night draws near, the theater program enters a crucial week in preparing for a performance: tech week. 

(Left to right: Emily Raley ‘25, Grace Powers ‘24, Maya Bergman ‘26, Braden Conte '26, Cecilia Farias Tietze ‘27)

Frankenstein: Images from Tech Week!

Aiko Miyaki '26 November 12, 2023

From October 27 to November 4, Frankenstein wowed audiences. However, before that, it was tech week! Click on the gallery to see images from the preparation process before the crowds flooded the SHC...

Ryan Hernandez ‘24, Conor Hansbury ‘24 and Sierra Jew ‘24 attend the Barbie movie.

The Barbie Series: The Movie’s Meaningful Message

Tess Corvera '26, Staff Writer October 23, 2023

“We have to always be extraordinary, but somehow we’re always doing it wrong” – Gloria (America Ferrera).  Quotes from Gloria’s monologue and many other impactful lines from Barbie discuss...

Lead singer of The 1975, Matt Healy, playing the piano during their Outside Lands set. (Meghan Zhang ‘24)

Outside Lands Recap 2023: SHC’s Favorites!

Meghan Zang '24 October 18, 2023

As the summer’s end approached in San Francisco, many gathered in Golden Gate Park for the city’s annual music festival, Outside Lands. From Kendrick Lamar to Foo Fighters to Lana Del Ray to Odesza,...

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