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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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Mr. Molina dives deep into the anatomy of the sample he analyzes, using his microscope to get a closer look into the science behind it.

Gables’ Own Mr. Molina Wins Teacher Tuesday

Marina Astorga, News Editor Oct 14, 2023

Passing a human brain into the hands of his students, Mr. Molina watches their smiles turn in amazement as they feel an organ just like their own for the first time. Getting a feel for science inside this...

Having been a teacher at Gables for 11 years, Ms. Phillips passion for biology has been the driving force behind her success as well as her students.

Mrs. Phillips Brings “Life” to the Science Department

Joseph Abrahantes and Kate Kuryla Mar 20, 2023

Many students remember the one teacher who ignited their passion for learning, opening their eyes to a whole new world. For countless Cavaliers, that teacher is Ms. Phillips, an inspiring example of intellect...

Stepping into her new new chapter with the Cavaliers, Mrs. Cole is thrilled to teach IB Biology for the first time.

Exploring Into the Life of Science: Gables’ New IB Teacher, Mrs. Cole

Aaron Rojas, Staff Writer Oct 21, 2022

From teaching Advanced Placement Biology at Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High in North Miami to deciding to teach International Baccalaureate Biology, Mrs. Cole continues to pursue the science field...

Alumni Brandon Apagueño

Mar 29, 2022
Always remember Go Cavs! Brandon Apagueño graduated from Gables in 2014. He continues to be so appreciative of the opportunities Coral Gables provided for him, that he returned to mentor student who are in the position he once was in. Brandon is currently studying medicine at the University of Miami and has come back to do an organ demonstration in Mr. Molina's biology classes.
The 7th period class, with Mr. Molina in the center back, poses with their shoes on a Crocs Friday.

Crocs Make a Comeback with Cavalier “Crocs Fridays”

Chase Bagnall-Koger, Co-Editor-In-Chief Feb 16, 2021

The chalkboard-covered walls of Mr. Molina’s Biology classroom, filled with colorful signatures of former students, have seen a lot over the years. Room 2207 has been the site of countless experiments,...

Some of the many science teachers that make up the Science Department.

Gables’ Stellar Science Department

Kelsy Pacheco, Staff Writer Nov 30, 2015

  Being a science teacher can be a pretty cool job, getting the chance to dissect things and set things on fire every now and then. But there's more to all the cool labs that happen during the...

CGPA 8th Graders Dissect With Seniors (WARNING: Graphic Content)

CGPA 8th Graders Dissect With Seniors (WARNING: Graphic Content)

It's not surprising to hear that Mr. Molina's IB Biology class has been dissecting again, but this time, there was an unexpected twist: some underage visitors dissected alongside the seniors on Dec....

Junior Kevin Torgas explores his love for Chemistry while performing an experiment.

IB a Scientist?

Daniela Quijano, Editor Oct 24, 2014

Every year students in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program are faced with the challenge of the "group four", or science, requirement. In order to receive their IB diploma, every student must...

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