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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

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On Jan. 6, 2023 a first grader brought his mother’s handgun to school and shot his teacher in the middle of instructions. This situation poses questions of who is at fault and what should be done.

Student’s React to Six-Year-Old Shooting Teacher

Marina Astorga and Avril Donner Jan 13, 2023

Most six-year-olds are expected to do tasks like build small structures from Legos, begin learning the alphabet or even make sandcastles. Many would not expect a toddler to sneak a gun into a school and...

Michelle Hernandez reads Catcher in the Rye, a controversial book that has been added  to the Banned Books list.

The Banned Book List: Setbacks for Public Education

Tiffany Beh, CavsConnect Staff Writer Jan 12, 2023

Picture yourself buying your required reading books for the remainder of the school year. You immediately discover that all these books are boring; it is clear that the plots will lack those heart-thundering...

With a presidential race tightly close in Brazil, thousands of Brazilians stormed their capital after Jair Bolsonaros defeat.

An Infiltration of Far-Right Extremism: Brazil’s Democracy Dies In Anarchy

Aaron Rojas, Staff Writer Jan 10, 2023

Like many countries around the world, the symbols of Brazilian democracy conveying the people's will were disintegrated when Brazilian demonstrators supporting former President Jair Bolsonaro refused to...

The United States government has proved that love truly does conquer all as they continue to protect same-sex marriage.

LGBTQ+ Landmark: Biden Signs Respect for Marriage Act

Marina Astorga, Staff Writer Dec 21, 2022

All over the country, interracial and same-sex couples are sighing with relief as the government is finally officially protecting their marriages and their rights. After the public's long wait for the...

Continuous disappointment leaves students susceptible to developing learned helplessness, a psychological condition detrimental to students´ academic potential.

The Silent Struggle: Students Experience Learned Helplessness

Joseph Abrahantes, Staff Writer Dec 20, 2022

All students have experienced the extreme disappointment of studying doggedly just to receive unsatisfactory results. The frustration of this outcome often leaves students feeling as if they have no control...

The recent release of PSAT scores have left many students dissatisfied with both their performance and themselves.

PSAT: Is It Nothing but a Score?

Joseph Abrahantes, Staff Writer Dec 16, 2022

As proctors distribute number two pencils, test booklets and bubble sheets, students begin what is regarded as one of the most influential exams of their academic careers. The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude...

Famous rapper and fashion designer, Kanye “Ye” West, is on a losing streak after a series of antisemitic comments.

Ye: From Hero to Zero?

Edgar Perez, Staff Writer Dec 15, 2022

Kanye “Ye” West has said many things in his career, some downright strange, but nothing compares to his recent bouts of antisemitic comments. Particularly shocking are his statements on a recent podcast...

A depiction of how athletes can feel as the result of the pressures and stress they deal with.

The Pressures of Playing Sports

Avril Donner and Isabel Donner Dec 14, 2022

Sports, once a fun after-school activity or a chance to bond with friends, have evolved into much more for many student-athletes, and not necessarily in a good way. Whether it comes to balancing classes...

Hurricane Ians torrential rains have caused problematic flooding. throughout Gables, in and out of classes.

Problems Flood Into Gables: A Call for MDCPS’ Help

Marina Astorga, Staff Writer Dec 11, 2022

Coral Gables Senior High has experienced a multitude of problems this year that have hindered students' and teachers' ability to be productive on campus. Exacerbated by a heavy hurricane season, Gables'...

The Financial Literacy Act  provides more opportunities for students in Miami-Dade to learn about personal finance and independence after graduation.

Florida’s Financial Literacy Push: Necessary for a Financially Savvy Future

Anthony Fajardo, Staff Writer Dec 10, 2022

As students at Coral Gables Senior High prepare for their transition into the adult world, the need for education about the economy and personal financial management is becoming increasingly important....

Children and adults alike have fallen victim to setting unrealistic expectations, a harmful habit that is hard to break.

How Unrealistic Expectations Set You Up for Failure

Joseph Abrahantes, CavsConnect Staff Writer Dec 8, 2022

We have all made promises to ourselves, which could range from improving our health to achieving success in our respective fields. We often push the limits and set insanely high goals that ultimately lead...

FIFAs 2022 World Cup watched by millions has a dark past of abuse towards migrant workers, human rights and the LGBTQ+ community, hidden by the events fame.

Qatar Hosts FIFA’s 2022 World Cup Despite Controversy

Marina Astorga, Staff Writer Dec 4, 2022

While crowds proudly cheer for their home teams in the scorching weather of Qatar, the host country of the 2022 World Cup, they sit on the seats of the eight brand-new stadiums put together by underpaid...

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