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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

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Capturing an image of an optical-illusion art booth at The 60th Annual Coconut Grove Art Festival, visitors enjoy the last day of a weekend full of art, entertainment and good food.

Coconut Grove Hosts Their 60th Annual Art Festival

Barbara Teixeira, Staff Writer Feb 29, 2024

The first annual Coconut Grove Art Festival was created by Charlie Cinnamon and took place in 1963. 60 years later it celebrated its continuous success over Presidents Day weekend, from Feb. 17 to 19....

CavsConnect energetically cheers to show their unrivaled publication spirit.

Publication Pride and Competitive Spirit Expressed at Field Day

Luke Savage and Santiago Rodriguez Feb 28, 2024

For a few hours, Cavaliers in media publications had the chance to contend through various events covered in the colors of their school. On Feb. 23, at 12 p.m., Coral Gables Senior High School’s publications...

Cavaliers put on a smile when one player makes a bold move.

National Spanish Honor Society Brings Out the Domino Sets

Andres Rodriguez, Sports Editor Feb 25, 2024

"Fichas", the term used for dominoes in Spanish, bounced around the table before they were shuffled. Each player selected ten dominoes to play a game with their one and only teammate. With these on hand,...

Making funny faces at the camera, these Cavaliers captured their memories of the evening at the photo booth by the entrance.

Bridge for Peace 2024 Compounds Into Charity and Celebration

Gianna Figueroa, Staff Writer Feb 22, 2024

Amidst a vibrant evening, the International Baccalaureate Honor Society held its annual Bridge for Peace fundraiser, open to the body of Coral Gables Senior High School. Giving back to the community on...

Full of love in the air, freshmen Jennifer Fundora and Daniela Stefan became newly-wed wives. With an official marriage certificate stating their promises, both share their memorable experience from the booth.

Winning the Hearts of Cavaliers with Affection

Aaron Rojas, Features Editor Feb 17, 2024

Through exploding with a flurry of hearts, roses and whispered promises of affection, the cast of Valentine’s Day glowed around Coral Gables Senior High. Amidst the sea of young love, however, a celebration...

The trial against the city of Miami took place at the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

City of Miami Faces Racial Gerrymandering Trial

Yara Korse, Staff Writer Feb 15, 2024

For the second time since 2022, racial gerrymandering, the process where a government draws district lines to lessen the influence of racial minorities in the voting process, has been legally contested...

A staff member at the Linda Ray Intervention Center teaches the children about music. He aspires to help them with their social and emotional development.

The Linda Ray Intervention Center: From Conception to Celebration

Kate Kuryla, Staff Writer Feb 10, 2024

Annually hosted by Coral Gables Senior High's International Baccalaureate Honor Society, Bridge for Peace is a fundraising affair, organized in an effort to raise money for a local beneficial cause. The...

In preparation for their upcoming ceremony, the JROTC troop sets in formation at the Full Dress Review practice at Miami Jackson High.

Superintendent Pass-In-Review Ceremony

Irela Montelongo, Staff Writer Feb 10, 2024

The Army Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps is known for teaching self discipline and leadership skills that cadets will be able to master and use as they evolve with the program.  In the annual...

A tournament to remember, the Gables Chess Club takes home their first regional tournament trophy since 1998, placing second among nine high school competitors.

A Move Across the Board, the Chess Team Succeeds at Regionals

Beatrice Stampino-Strain, Staff Writer Feb 5, 2024

Officially starting with the first round at 9 a.m., students from across the region gathered in the cafeteria of Miami Jackson Senior High School for the Chess2Think Central Regional Tournament. On Jan....

Lucas Martinez and Lorena Arayo have a celebratory lunch at Dadeland Mall after securing awards.

Gables Sweeps District 26 FBLA Award Ceremony

Selena Feal, Staff Writer Feb 2, 2024

As the anticipated yellow buses arrived, students sat down one by one ready to present their polished skillsets and knowledge. Two weeks earlier, with help of board members and Future Business Leaders...

Sophomore Leandra Ayala volunteered to practice her newfound passion of drawing and create a masterpiece next to her friends.

Art Walk 2024: Skills on Site

Elijah Cima and Marina Astorga Feb 1, 2024

Following the recent revival of Art Walk last year, Catharsis again hosted the visual art exhibition, meant to allow student artists to compose a piece in real time with a student audience. On Jan. 25...

Green algae prevents sunlight from reaching the ocean floor, killing aquatic plants responsible for feeding fish populations.

Miami Dade’s Innovation Challenge Invests in the Damaged Ecosystem

Luke Savage, Staff Writer Jan 30, 2024

As Floridian ecosystems become increasingly threatened by toxic algae invading the coastline, symptoms of warming oceans and environmental apathy wash up on Miami's beaches. Miami Dade County, with the...

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