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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

CavsConnect

The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

CavsConnect

One of many paintings junior Sofia Perez-Estevez has drawn and hand painted. During quarantine, she has seen improvement in her work.

Cool Cav Hobbies: How Cavaliers Decompress

Jacqueline Rodero, Staff Writer Sep 26, 2021

As the 2021-2022 school year floods students with immense social and academic pressure under the tedious transition back to normalcy, students may find themselves craving an outlet to take their mind off...

Abner Fuentes is a sophomore in the Health, Science, Public Service and Law Program here at Gables.

Abner Fuentes: Cavalier Fitness Lover

Lorena Acevedo, Staff Writer Sep 23, 2021

Being comfortable in one's skin often takes time, especially for teenagers who are not only trying to find themselves but also navigate the world around them. For Cavalier sophomore Abner Fuentes, the...

Mr. Ball-llovera stands in front of a bulletin board he decorated with projects he made his students complete about their background in hopes of getting to know the AOF students more personally.

AOF’s New Academy Leader: Mr. Ball-llovera

Jasmine Rizo, Staff Writer Sep 16, 2021

The Academy of Finance at Gables is a magnet that houses over one hundred students, gearing them towards success by granting them the foundations needed in the business world. Through curriculums pertaining...

The Chess Club board members, Adrian Gonzalez, Maria Montelongo, Diego Gomez, Massimo Aguila, Ruben Cruz and Edghlys Lopez (left to right) pose alongside Mr. Sanchez for their first yearbook picture.

Check Mate: Gables’ Chess Club Takes Off

Danny Cen, Staff Writer Sep 16, 2021

Although Coral Gables Senior High hosts over 30 different clubs ranging from Wizard’s Club to National Honors Society, there is always room for students to spark original ideas and create a group of...

The PTSA is looking forward to getting back to normal at Gables and making the best out of 2020-2021 school year despite the obstacles of COVID-19.

Meet the 2021-2022 PTSA Board Members

Andres Rodriguez, Staff Writer Sep 10, 2021

While the hustle and bustle of students and teachers is usually the center of attention at Coral Gables Senior High, there are plenty of people behind the scenes that help the school grow and thrive. Among...

After a year of working as a substitute and swimming and water polo coach,  Mr. Wood starts his career as a Gables teacher.

Gables Alumnus Becomes Faculty: Mr. Wood Returns to His Alma Mater

Maria Odio, Staff Writer Sep 9, 2021

Coral Gables Senior High has a distinguished reputation when it comes to Cavaliers who return to the school as staff. While a vast majority of students might only have the motivation to simply stop by...

Ms. LeFebvre pictured by her bookshelf, holding a copy of “Jane Eyre,” her favorite novel.

Cavaliers Welcome Ms. LeFebvre to the English Department

Diego Gómez Bello, Staff Writer Sep 5, 2021

Throughout its 71 years, Coral Gables Senior High School has seen many teachers come and go. This year, one of the many newcomers to the Cavalier family is Ms. Yvette LeFebvre, Gables’ newest addition...

A group of four to five kids were assigned to the same mentor, forming a small group. Paulina Texier’s group was called Familia 29.

Paulina Texier: HSF Scholar and Outstanding Cavalier

Allison Cajina, Staff Writer Sep 4, 2021

Gables senior Paulina Texier has recently been designated as a Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholar. The Gablette captain was one of the 480 selected of an applicant pool of 7,663 students, from 47 states,...

Besides dedicating himself to teaching, Mr. Rodriguez is a talented screenwriter and holds a masters degree in film.

Mr. Rodriguez: Ready to Rock Gables

Isabel Donner, Staff Writer Sep 3, 2021

With the closing of the 2020-2021 school year came the closing of former Catharsis advisor Ms. Zaldivar’s time at Coral Gables Senior High. However, new beginnings are on the horizon for Gables’ creative...

Ariadna Torres (top) and Jana Faour (bottom) enjoy their time with Blue Missions by giving back to the community in the Dominican Republic.

A Trip of a Lifetime: Cavaliers Take on Blue Missions

Gabriela McGrath Moreira, OverFlow Editor Sep 2, 2021

International trips are not only for vacation– BLUE Missions Group has created a unique service experience for high school volunteers to partake in. This nonprofit organization kickstarted a program...

Scheduling reservations for customers is a task Chacon has become comfortable with because her communication and social skills have improved throughout her time working at Farinelli 1937.

A Step Into Adulthood: Cavaliers’ First Jobs

Camila Ruiz, Staff Writer Sep 2, 2021

For many, high school is a period of time that calls for personal growth in preparation for the transition into adulthood. One of the first adult-like experiences a teenager goes through is working their...

With summer being over and the school year underway, some Cavaliers are prepared to bring the skills and techniques they learned during their internship to the new school year.

Cavalier Summer Internships: Finding a Passion

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor Sep 1, 2021

Every summer, Coral Gables Senior High School students look to find more and more ways to gain experience in order to bolster themselves and their personal resumes. While taking classes such as Dual Enrollment...

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