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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

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After years of hard work, Rosibel Garcia is granted a spot at the University of Chicago with help from QuestBridge.

Rosibel Garcia Receives QuestBridge to UChicago

Irela Montelongo, Staff Writer Dec 21, 2023

In the rigorous world of a student in the International Baccalaureate program, standing out in a pool full of competitors in the hopes of being accepted into a top university is known to be strenuous....

Never expecting to come back to her roots, Mrs. Barrow bands together with her students. Sharing a common interest, her students show their appreciation for show biz.

Mrs. Barrow Becomes the Limelight as She Qualifies for “Teacher of the Year”

Gianna Figueroa, Staff Writer Dec 18, 2023

At the heart of creativity is the rhythm of stage storytelling in room 4126. With students brainstorming their scripts and rehearsals for upcoming performances, a contagious energy that embodies the essence...

Standing in front of the original Cavalier statue, Mr. Haj spends his last moments as a Cavalier with principal Mr. Ullivarri.

Serving Children Across Miami, Mr. Jim Haj Returns to Gables

Aaron Rojas, Features Editor Dec 16, 2023

Engaging in heartfelt conversations with students and teachers on a sense of renewed inspiration for the Cavalier lifestyle, the annual tradition of inviting influential members around Miami-Dade County...

With a bright future ahead of her at Emory University, Amalia Garrido plans to study communications and marketing. She intends to pursue a career in public relations.

Amalia Garrido is Awarded Life Changing Questbridge Scholarship

Kate Kuryla, Staff Writer Dec 15, 2023

Though many seniors at Coral Gables Senior High believe being accepted into top-ranked universities is something they can only dream of, it is actually not as impossible as one might think. With the Questbridge...

Future social worker and neighborhood advocate, Victoria Largaespada has committed to the University of Pennsylvania to pursue her dream career.

Questbridge Scholar Victoria Largaespada Matches With UPenn

Gianna Figueroa, Staff Writer Dec 13, 2023

As the seniors' time at Coral Gables Senior High approaches halfway into their year, the moment has come for the class to experience the rite of passage known as college applications. Working relentlessly...

The Green Team meets with the back kitchen staff to discuss eco-friendly alternatives for Gables.

Pushing for Change: The Green Team’s Impact on School Sustainability

Alicia Buddle and Valentina Gomez Dec 10, 2023

With an ambitious vision, the Parent Teacher Student Association Green Team has a collaboration uniting its efforts to turn Coral Gables Senior High into a more environmentally friendly school. With the...

Posing with his other selling snacks “Koala’s March” and “Praline”, Aguilar embodies his love for continuously working.

The Hidden Business Life of Gael Aguilar

Irela Montelongo, Staff Writer Dec 10, 2023

In the crowded halls of Coral Gables Senior High, standing out may be a hard task with hundreds of students walking on campus. However, under the school books, a student shines in a way most do not. Whether...

Michael Zinner, Gables graduate from the class of 1963, is honored for his work in the medical field during Friends of Gables Highs Hall of Fame.

Alum Michael Zinner is Honored at Gables’ Hall of Fame

Angelina Morffi, Editor-in-Chief Dec 10, 2023

Today, Michael Zinner is the medical brain behind the Miami Cancer Institute at Baptist Health South Florida. Yet decades ago, he had his early beginnings at Coral Gables Senior High. Starting his freshman...

Ms. Silvia Yanes stands next to the Cavalier mascot. Being a Cavalier most of her life, she is proud to become Rookie Teacher of the Year.

Ms. Silvia Yanes, Rookie Teacher of the Year, Finds Her Way Back to Gables

Kate Kuryla, Staff Writer Dec 7, 2023

From spending her time as a Little Cavalier on the school playground to standing before her classroom full of students, Ms. Yanes’s life has always revolved around Coral Gables Senior High. Pursuing...

The winning Cavaliers pose with their teachers and certificates, rewarded for their creativity during the contest with first place.

Cavaliers Cinch Culinary Challenge at MDC Innov@te-CTEC

Elijah Cima, Staff Writer Dec 6, 2023

Under the pressure of time, the three chefs representing Coral Gables Senior High embarked on their tasks in the kitchen, each focused on chopping chicken breast, mixing a mustard and vinegar sauce and...

Spending a day with family and friends,  Thanksgiving is a celebration to recall the the memories throughout the year.

Uniting in Gratitude, Cavaliers Celebrate Thanksgiving

Gabrielle Solomon and Camila Lamberti Dec 1, 2023

As the turkey comes out and is finally placed on the dinner table, the Thanksgiving celebration is a time spent with family and friends. As Cavaliers venture into their get-togethers with who they love,...

Mr. Garcia proudly smiles while handing out his academy shirts to his students.

Mr. Garcia Influences the Cavaliers Pride

Selena Feal, Staff Writer Nov 29, 2023

In the white and red hallways of Coral Gables Senior High, one teacher stands out, filled with knowledge and teaching experience from over three decades, Mr. Garcia. From teaching the intricacies of government...

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