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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

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This years student government elections and campaigns occurred completely online.

Meet the Candidates: Student Government Elections 2021

Maia Berthier, Editor-in-Chief Feb 14, 2021

As the turmoil of this unprecedented year begins to settle, the Secretaries of State of Student Activities have organized elections for next year's student government. To accommodate the hybrid program...

A smiling Mr. Finora sits in his office in front of a wall of old photos he has gathered throughout his time at Gables.

Mr. Finora: Current Counselor, Lifelong Cavalier

Arianna Hoyos, Staff Writer Feb 11, 2021

Brimming with photos, a lifetime Cavalier’s workplace sits right in the center of the main office at Coral Gables Senior High School. Working at Gables since 1960, Mr. Finora's office is nothing new...

With the ongoing pandemic, Bridge for Peaces philanthropy serves as a way to give back to the community.

Bridge For Peace: Helping the Community Piece by Piece

Lenny Roque, Staff Writer Feb 10, 2021

Bridge for Peace is an annual event run by the International Baccalaureate Honor Society which raises money for a student-nominated nonprofit. Every year, the goal of Bridge for Peace is to bridge socioeconomic...

Aside from practicing for their competitions, the Gablettes also are involved in team activities, such as a pilates class on weekends and free time.

Gablettes Take On Competitions Online

Ingrid Moises, Staff Writer Feb 4, 2021

With a season that lasts all year round, the Gablettes are hard at work every day to accomplish their goals in their annual dance competitions. Due to overcrowding at these events, the only way for Varsity–the...

Sophia Weigel aspires to become a veterinarian due to her strong compassion towards animals.

Sophia Weigel: Cat Owner and Future Veterinarian

Lenny Roque, Staff Writer Jan 26, 2021

Everyone knows the mantra "dogs are a man's best friend", but what about cats? Like any pet, humans find a world of solace and comfort in the personalities and lives of cats. The majority of pet owners...

Junior Rebeca Morejon holding one of her 24 beloved cats, Khloe.

Rebeca Morejon’s Menagerie: 27 Pets and Counting

Isabel Donner, Staff Writer Jan 23, 2021

Providing constant comfort and consolation, pets are an integral part of many households. While every pet holds a special place in their family’s hearts, one Cavalier is a unique pet owner with many...

Arianna Peña was awarded the Posse Scholarship for her first choice school, Mount Holyoke.

Arianna Peña: Posse Scholarship Winner

Ingrid Moises, Staff Writer Jan 22, 2021

The Posse Foundation Scholarship grants many students the opportunity to go to prestigious colleges, debt-free. Arianna Peña is one of Gables’ Posse finalists that was granted the scholarship. She was...

A smiling Ms. Figueroa starts a new chapter at Coral Gables Senior High.

Welcome to the Coral Gables Team, Ms. Figueroa!

Arianna Hoyos, Staff Writer Jan 22, 2021

There is no doubt that the 2020-2021 school year has brought about many changes at Coral Gables Senior High School including online learning, an ongoing construction project and a new principal. Despite...

Andrea Jaime and Lauren Perna did everything together like having a fun night out, as pictured.

The Impact of Friendship: Lauren Perna and Andrea Jaime

Jana Faour, Copy Editor Jan 15, 2021

Lauren Perna and Andrea Jaime first met at an open court volleyball game at Coral Gables Senior High School. Perna described herself as a “scared little freshman” and Jaime was a junior at the time....

Over the quarantine, streaming services have become more popular and are now used more the cable TV.

Streaming Services: The End of Cable Television

Noa Belehssen, Staff Writer Jan 15, 2021

Daily life outside of the house was brought to an abrupt halt and for many that also came with time to finally catch up on TV series or movies. As many remained glued to the news and favorite watches of...

Delicious peppermint brownies made and sold by junior Isabella Rodriguezs company, Isas Sweets & Co.

Cavalier Confectioners

Isabel Donner, Staff Writer Jan 8, 2021

Sweet treats are always in demand, and two Cavaliers have risen to the challenge by forming their own unique online bakeshops. Juniors Isabella Alvarez and Abigail Felan have taken advantage of their culinary...

Not everyone has the honor to get to interview a renowned and talented cartoonist! Luckily, I had the chance to learn more about how it all started for him and what he is up to now.

In Cartoonists We Trust: Here’s Jason Adam Katzenstein

Lauren Gregorio, Opinion Editor Jan 6, 2021

From novelists to screenplay writers, there are a multitude ways of storytelling in the world of writing that are, oftentimes, unbeknownst to many. Usually, cartoonists do not make the cut for being some...

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