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Sofia Cruz, CavsConnect News Editor

Sofia Cruz is a sophomore in the International Baccalaureate program and is a second year staff member, returning to CavsConnect this year as News Editor. She expresses a strong interest in golf, law and the science field. Sofia hopes to discover more of her interests on her journey at Gables. She is looking forward to meeting and befriending the new staff members as well as working as editor for the News section. She hopes to do everything she can to help staff members improve on their writing. Sofia loves expressing herself through her writing and hopes to use it as a tool to help others.

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The pork belly bao is a delicious entree that pairs well with the cold black tea, one of the many beverages listed on the menu.

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Ichimi provides outdoor seating for those who would prefer to enjoy their meal in the open air.

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Marcus Dixon is seen here posing with former representative Donna Shalala (left), and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton (right). (courtesy of Marcus Dixon)

Gables Alumnus Marcus Dixon Becomes Director of the Florida Democratic Party

February 28, 2021
When Columbus students tested positive for COVID-19 after a match with Gables, the Cavalier basketball team was forced to quarantine. Now, despite all players having tested negative, the Gables team is being forced to forfeit their playoffs while Columbus is allowed to continue playing.

Cavalier Basketball Season Cut Short Due To COVID-19 Exposure

February 21, 2021
Countless in-person students and teachers have been sent home to quarantine as cases of COVID-19 are reported at Coral Gables Senior High.

[PHOTO] Controlling COVID on the Cavalier Campus

January 18, 2021

Evermore: Love it or Tolerate it?

January 3, 2021
A former Coral Gables Senior High student has made an anonymous donation to local businesses in order to provide COVID-19 relief and aid the community.

Gables Alumnus Makes Anonymous Community Donation

November 25, 2020
Joe Biden Elegido Como 46º Presidente de los Estados Unidos

Joe Biden Elegido Como 46º Presidente de los Estados Unidos

November 8, 2020
Joe Biden Elected as 46th President of the United States

Joe Biden Elected as 46th President of the United States

November 8, 2020
The New York Times recently caused a political stir by releasing information on the president's tax reports, reporting shocking information.

Trump’s Tax Returns Leaked by the New York Times

October 24, 2020
After students in Miami-Dade County returned to campus for in-person classes, some schools have reported an uptick in COVID-19 cases.

COVID-19 Cases in Miami-Dade Schools Show Resurgence

October 23, 2020
A poll conducted by CavsConnect showed how different students' experiences with COVID have affected them and those they know.

[PHOTO] Living with COVID

September 24, 2020

The Power of Sports Showing Solidarity to the BLM Movement

September 4, 2020
Mrs. Torres with Future Educator of America club members.

Mrs. Torres Closes Her Chapter at Gables

August 12, 2020
The Tiktok ban in India has had a major affect on the social media application, which has lost a major part of its audience. Users load the app on their phones to watch short yet entertaining videos.

Indian Tiktok Ban Does More Harm than Good

July 19, 2020
A mixture of fear and ignorance during the Coronavirus pandemic has brewed intense feelings of racism towards Asians.

COVID-19 Panic Fuels Racist Sentiments

May 10, 2020
While at home, students can take their mind off school work and enjoy a break by changing up their style. Cavaliers can do this by styling their hair differently, buying clothes online, decorating their rooms, or working on self-care and fitness.

Switching Up Your Style During Quarantine

May 1, 2020
The decline in employment and increasing struggles of businesses during quarantine has forced the U.S. government to take action. Stimulus checks have been sent to citizens as a means of aiding them economically.

Stimulus Checks Sent Out to Relieve COVID-19 Pressures

April 25, 2020
Gables publication such as Highlights and the Cavaleon are adapting to the changes COVID-19 has brought by turning to technology to produce writing.

Gables Publications Go Digital

April 10, 2020
Distance learning has caused popularity among virtual learning applications to soar. Zoom is one of these apps, which connects students and teachers through video chats.

Are Students Zealous for Zoom?

April 4, 2020
Maintaining a normal schedule can be difficult to do during a school shutdown. Students may need ideas on how to stay focused and what they can do during their time off.

Social Distancing? No Problem: What to Do While Staying Home

March 24, 2020
La Asociación Nacional de Baloncesto fue la más afectada esta semana. Despues que diagnósticaron a dos jugadores que contrajeron el Coronavirus. Esto causo que suspendieran el resto de la temporada.

[PHOTO] COVID-19 causa un paro en las temporadas deportivas

March 25, 2020
The National Basketball Association was hit the hardest this week with the diagnosis of two players having contracted the Coronavirus leading to the suspension of the season.

COVID-19 Halts Sports Seasons as Disease Spreads to Players

March 13, 2020
PSAT practice books are used to prepare students for the SAT tests during their junior and senior years.

The Pros and Cons of Testing

March 9, 2020

The Advantages of Assessments

March 9, 2020
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March 9, 2020
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March 9, 2020
Ms. Chappell (right) is pictured here with her children, whom she hopes to be able to support more after her departure from the Gables staff.

A Fond Farewell for Ms. Chappell

February 29, 2020
Gables' mock trial team prepares its case files and evidence for their presentations as they wait for the trial to start.

Case Closed: Gables Dominates District Mock Trial Competitions

February 24, 2020
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