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The Emerald

Sacred Heart Cathedral's student-run newspaper. We've got issues.

The Emerald

Sacred Heart Cathedral's student-run newspaper. We've got issues.

The Emerald

SHC String Ensemble performs during the instrumental concert.

Behind the Scenes of Instrumental Concert Tech Week!

Sara Hwang ’26, Staff Writer March 5, 2024

Quite possibly one of the most renowned and intensely anticipated performance nights at SHC, SHC’s instrumental music concert is a one-night-only spectacular with more than 5 months' worth of effort....

Coach Andy Chan, Ciarra McGarry '24, and Bridget Panina '24 pose for a photo picking up trash with the rest of the Cross Country team.

Senior Perspectives on Climate Change

Ciarra McGarry ’24 February 29, 2024

Climate change is undoubtedly the biggest health threat, swallowing humanity whole. We breathe in the air pollution it has promoted, face abnormal weather events, and grapple with the shortage in food...

Members of Advocacy in Action (Eva Salgado ‘24, Logan Graves ‘24, Ethan Arguello ‘24, Zachary Thomas ‘24) pass out Voter Registration forms to eligible students.

Vote! (Or Register!)

Kate Cassidy ’24, Editor-in-Chief February 29, 2024

With a national voting age of 18, opportunities for high school students to get involved in local, state, or national elections seem limited. But are they really? As the 2024 presidential elections quickly...

The SHC student section stays hyped despite their loss in this photo taken by Senior Business Representative Emma Major

Bruce Mahoney: Behind the Scenes

Addison Brewer-Hay ’24 February 29, 2024

The Bruce Mahoney is a Sacred Heart Cathedral tradition that not only keeps up competition but also fosters a great amount of school spirit and gathering within the community. While many jump to immediately...

Salla Grigor 25’ SHC 'Frankenstein' Headshot 2023

To Compete or not to Compete: Shakespeare at SHC

Rachel Lewis ‘25 February 29, 2024

Whether you have read Macbeth or Hamlet in your English class, seen a Shakespeare play, participated in Shakespeare Club, or have simply heard of the Bard, you know that William Shakespeare’s legacy...

Kim Liu ‘25 and Helen Cisneros ‘25 celebrate Valentine’s Day.

Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day?

Brevin Hom ’25, Opinion Editor February 13, 2024

Valentine’s Day, named after St. Valentine, occurs on February 14, and it is a day to express love and affection between partners, significant others, family, and friends. While Valentine’s Day is...

Performances of Sister Act the Musical occurred last year in the theater department!

2023 Wrapped: SHC’s Year in Review

Tess Corvera ’26, Staff Writer February 10, 2024

The Emerald takes a look at some of the most exciting events of 2023 -- from VPA performances to sports to the school flooding, it was definitely an eventful year! Bruce Mahoney Games of 2023 SHC...

Lunar New Year 2024

Kaylyn Lee ’24, Head of Broadcast Media February 10, 2024

Kaylyn Lee '24 and members of AASU on SHC's campus explain some traditions of the Lunar New Year, celebrated today, February 10, 2024!

SHC’s 2024 Ins and Outs

Julia Frazier ’25 and Lucy Rios ’25 February 10, 2024

SHC Live Liasions Julia Frazier '25 and Lucy Rios '25 dive into SHC's Ins and Outs for the year -- a trending take on New Year's Resolutions!  

Dr. Rucker's staff photo, taken earlier this year.

Dr. Rucker: From PhD to SHC!

Olivia Lombardini ’26, Copy Editor January 19, 2024

The Emerald interviewed Dr. Rucker, the new World History and AP Human Geography teacher. A Bay Area native with a great passion for teaching, Dr. Rucker is a wonderful addition to the SHC social studies...

Ms. Benham smiling for a post-interview picture.

“The Perfect Marriage of the Real World and Philosophy:” An Interview with Physics Teacher, Ms. Benham.

Ilana Avrutin ’27, Staff Writer December 15, 2023

*edits have been made for clarity* The Emerald interviewed Ms. Benham, SHC’s new physics teacher. Ms. Benham is a great addition to SHC and enjoys sharing her passion for science and physics with...

SHC freshmen learn about the different VPA opportunities at Frosh Orientation.

Freshmen Ask, Seniors Answer

Are you a freshman student worried about managing your coursework amidst the craziness of high school? Well, these seniors can help! Vivian Chen ‘24, Charlotte Henstock ‘24, Matthew Liang ‘24, and...

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