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The Emerald

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

The Emerald

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

The Emerald

Lizeth Macias ‘25(top left), Ruby Hernandez ‘25, Annalise Cho ‘25 Claire Young ‘25, Mateo Rose ‘24, Adrian Romero ‘26, Elizabeth Gealy ‘24, Sofia Diaz ‘26, Aine Mullan ‘24, and Catherine Tsang ‘25 (bottom right) present various posters before distributing them at the march.

Venaver 2024: Immersing in El Paso

Ruby Hernandez '25, Head of Layout and Design November 17, 2024

After a 6-year hiatus, the Venaver program has returned to SHC. Venaver is the Spanish translation for the phrase “come and see,” centering around faith-based service opportunities held in domestic...

Slime Club smiling for a yearbook photo!

Catching Up With New Clubs: Slime Club and Marketing Club

Ilana Avrutin '27, Copy Editor November 14, 2024

Whether you're a freshman, a senior, or somewhere in between, it is never too  early or too late to join a new club at SHC. This year, students have created two more exciting clubs: the Marketing Club...

An Advocacy in Action member writing postcards to residents in Texas, encouraging them to vote during the 2024 election.

Advocacy in Action: Taking Initiative Amidst the Election Season

Samantha Wai '25, Editor-in-Chief November 11, 2024

With the recent election cycle’s end, countless people around the country rallied together during what is arguably one of the most influential elections in American history. In our own backyard, the...

The team walks down to the field with Irish flags raised high!

Football Bruce Mahoney 2024: Four New Players to Look Out For

Lucia Miyaki '26, Sports Editor October 31, 2024

As the second leg of the Bruce Mahoney games grows nearer, the SHC Football team are entering a critical period of practice time. Winning this game would mean the Irish will tie it up with the Wildcats...

Headshot supplied by Ms. Norland.

Dissecting the Theater with Ms. Norland

Olivia Lombardini ‘26, Head Copy Editor October 28, 2024

As we begin the second quarter of the school year, SHC’s new drama director Miss Anne Norland is already hard at work expanding and updating the theater program for a new generation of performers. Her...

Coach Peuse in his office.

Strengthening Athletes and the Community: An Interview with Coach Peuse

Tess Corvera ‘26, Assistant Editor-in-Chief October 24, 2024

Working with our strength coach has become a pivotal aspect in the lives of student athletes at SHC, building up both the physical and mental strength of our community.   Coach Colin Peuse, Director...

Juniors begin their trek through Golden Gate Park.

Walkathon 2024

Rachel Lewis '25, Arts and Culture Editor October 14, 2024

Each September, SHC hosts an annual Walkathon in Golden Gate Park to raise funds for school renovations, such as the creation of our library and upper-atrium classroom. Students and faculty take the day...

Dominic Bankovitch at Notre Dame.

Life After High School from a ‘23 SHC Graduate

Gianna Bankovitch '27 October 9, 2024

As a Sacred Heart Cathedral student, there is always the looming fear of college applications and the competitiveness of getting into the most prestigious schools. SHC Class of ‘23 graduate Dominic Bankovitch...

Ms. Mendoza in her classroom.

The Write Path: The Start of Ms. Mendoza’s SHC Journey

Shann Aquino '28 October 7, 2024

When students in SHC are asked about their favorite subjects, you might hear some say Algebra, Chemistry, or a world language, but many might  say English. The Emerald interviewed one of SHC’s newest...

Hazel Nelson ‘25 and Mackenzie Flynn ‘25 fly as they reach to block an SI spike.

Girls Volleyball Bruce Mahoney 2024: Wildcats Take The Win, Irish Expect A Comeback

In a rivalry like no other, Sacred Heart Cathedral (SHC) and Saint Ignatius (SI) have faced off for over a hundred years through various sports events. The inclusion of girls’ sports in the historic...

Ms. Wexler presenting Sage Mendiola-Flores ‘25 with the Leadership Award at the 2024 Dance Showcase.

SHC Dance Team and the Bruce Mahoney

Isabel Merriman ‘26 and Francesca Zogaric ‘26 September 30, 2024

Isabel Merriman ‘26 and Francesca Zogaric ‘26 sat down with Ms. Wexler and Dance Team member Islay McMillan ‘25 to get inside information on the Dance Team and their involvement with the Bruce Mahoney...

The Class of ‘28 walking into their freshman year at SHC’s Walkathon.

Lowerclassmen Ask, Upperclassmen Answer

Ilana Avrutin '27 and Sara Hwang '26 September 19, 2024

High school comes with a whole new set of changes: new friends, a packed schedule, and opportunities around every corner. Even transitioning from the first to the second year can come with its own array...

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