Ms. Elisabeth Pol ’15VMA spoke to MedPath students about what it means to have a caring and trusting bedside manner. She also spoke on her life journey as an individual adapting and overcoming the challenges of Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). She gave advice on study habits for the MCAT Exam and insight into the medical school application process. #Prep #MedPath ⚕
Christmas is coming, and the Cathedral Prep Spirit Store is ready to help you find the perfect gift! We will have select items on sale in store from 20% - 50% off for Black Friday weekend! Our hours for Black Friday weekend will be:
Friday, November 24: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 25: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
We will also offer special sales throughout the Christmas season! From November 27 – December 23, the store will be open Monday through Friday from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. It will also be open on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. The Spirit Store will also remain open for extended hours during Cathedral Prep athletic contests.
Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Thursday, November 16:
• Varsity hockey fell in overtime to Upper St. Clair, 3-2. 🏒
Congratulations to the show choir, the acapella ensemble “Dynamic Intonation,” and all the soloist and instrumentalists who performed at this year’s Coffee House concert on Tuesday. Students performed for a standing room only audience! We are so proud of you! #Prep #MVP ☕🎶
Students in Ms. Kabasinski’s Forensic Science classes worked on a blood spatter analysis lab in class yesterday. They tested to see how height, angle and movements change the dimensions of a blood drop. This information helped students see how forensic scientists determine the series of events at a crime scene. #Prep #Science #Forensics 🩸
Fifteen of Mrs. Quinn’s AP Calculus students competed in Gannon’s eighth annual Differentiation Bee. Around 35 teams from across Erie County participated for a chance to show off their calculus skills and an opportunity to win Gannon scholarships. Cathedral Prep had a clean sweep this year, placing first, second and third! This is the first year Prep placed in the top three.
🥇 “Calculoose Goose” (Jonah Bebko ’25, Ty Hulick ’25, and Colin Troutman ’25)
🥈 “CP Vectors!” (James Burkett ’25, Brady Palmer ’24, and Evan Theisen ’25)
🥉 “Calc Derives Me Crazy” (Drew Brown ’24, Olivia Dixon ’25, and Hank Partridge ’25)
All students on the first-place team won $1000 scholarships, while students on the second-place team won $500 scholarships. Rue Burkett ’24, Roger Havyarimana ’25, Hannah Mikovich ’24, Lauren Raimy ’24, Regina Torrance ’24, and Haowei “Alex” Zhang ’24 also competed this year. Congratulations to all! #Prep #DifferentiationBee
Today is Children’s Grief Awareness Day. Students had the opportunity to dress down and come together to support and encourage grieving children everywhere. In honor of Children’s Grief Awareness Day, paper butterflies were available during all three lunches for students to write a message of love, honor, or support in memory of a loved one who has died. #Prep #ChildrensGriefAwarenessDay 🦋
One of the best aspects of being a part of JROTC at Prep are the hands-on lessons in aviation! Another group of cadets took to the skies yesterday with the Civil Air Patrol. #Prep #AFJROTC ✈
Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Tuesday, November 14:
• For just the third time in school history, and the first time in 22 years, the Ramblers are heading to the boys state soccer championship. They avenged last year’s loss in the state semifinals to Hershey with a 1-0 overtime victory over the Trojans, who were undefeated and ranked #1 in AAA entering the contest. Noah Handzel scored the golden goal, while Tyler Chermack earned the shutout in goal. Congratulations to the team and to head coach Sam Tojaga, who will make his first trip in his 19 years at the helm. The Ramblers will now take on Springfield Township this Saturday, November 18, in the state title game. It will take place at 7:00 p.m. at Eagle View Middle School in Mechanicsburg. Tickets will be available starting today at https://piaa.org/sports/tickets.aspx?from=hellobar. ⚽
(Photo courtesy of Manny Rodriguez)
This past Tuesday, Jim Toohey ‘88, a partner at MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP, delivered their Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) contribution to President Kevin Smith. We want to thank MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP for this contribution, as every dollar through this program goes directly into our financial aid program. Thank you again for your support! #Prep #EITC
Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Monday, November 13:
• Varsity hockey fell to Central Catholic, 6-2. Ashton Duchini and Ethan Cunningham scored for the Ramblers. Tanner Ball had 31 saves in goal. 🏒
• TONIGHT: Boys soccer looks to avenge last year’s loss to Hershey High School in the state semifinals. The matchup against the undefeated Trojans begins at 5:00 p.m. at Price Field at Westmont Elementary in Johnstown. Tickets are only available online at: https://www.piaa.org/sports/tickets.aspx?from=hellobar. If you are unable to make it to the game, you can catch the livestream at https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/piaa/gamd2e80686a9/. ⚽
This Thursday, November 16, is Children’s Grief Awareness Day. Every year, the Highmark Caring Place holds the Caring Team for Grieving Students Summit as way to get information about Children’s Grief Awareness Day and the Caring Place out to students and schools. This year, Ava Kloecker ’26 was the student speaker and spoke about her grief journey. #Prep #ChildrensGriefAwareness 🦋
TOMORROW is Giving Day!!
Cathedral Prep provides advanced academic programs and cutting-edge technology in state-of-the art facilities, as well as an overall educational experience and unbreakable bond that is unmatched in northwestern Pennsylvania. The accomplishments of both our Cathedral Prep and Villa Maria Academy alumni around the globe are a testament to the legacy that lives on. Join us November 15, 2023, and participate in our 10th annual Giving Day!! #CPGivingDay #PrepVillaFamily #Tradition #FundForExcellence
Outreach Club hosted its seventh annual packing of boxes for Operation Christmas Child yesterday. Following a dress down where the student body was able to support the efforts, 50 boxes were packed and are ready to go for children in need during this holiday season. Outreach Club is so grateful for everyone's generosity and encourage you to keep praying for the children who will receive these boxes all over the world! Thank you!! #OperationChristmasChild #Service 🎁
TWO DAYS until Giving Day!!
Cathedral Prep offers a Music, Visual, & Performing Arts Program (MVP) that gives students the opportunity to learn and hone their artistic skills while giving them a venue to show off express their artistic talents. The MVP program offers numerous courses in music, theater, visual art, and dance. Our students produce and perform in several concerts, plays, and dance performances throughout the year. Watch for dates of upcoming shows and productions. Trust us – you don’t want to miss out on these spectacular performances! Your gift on Giving Day will help us continue to build our MVP program and give our students even more chances to shine on stage! Join us for Giving Day November 15, 2023! #CPGivingDay #PrepVillaFamily #Tradition #FundForExcellence
From forensic autopsies to the meticulous analysis of crime scene findings, Dr. Jerry Clark ’78 provided an experience that deepened MedPath student’s understanding of the crucial role forensic pathology plays in solving mysteries and delivering justice. He gave examples ranging from local kidnapping cases to the widely known “Pizza Bomber” case. #Prep #MedPath
This past weekend, the Prep JROTC cadets were at the front of Erie’s annual Veterans Day parade. These young men and women made Cathedral Prep and the United States Air Force very proud! #Prep #AFJROTC
Cathedral Prep Weekend Athletics Roundup:
• For the second straight year, boys soccer is headed to the state semifinals! They shutout South Fayette, 2-0. James DiSanza and Noah Handzel scored for the Ramblers, while Tyler Chermack earned the shutout in goal. Now, they look to avenge last year’s loss to Hershey High School. The matchup against the undefeated Trojans will take place TOMORROW at 5:00 p.m. at Price Field at Westmont Elementary in Johnstown. Tickets are only available online at: https://www.piaa.org/sports/tickets.aspx?from=hellobar. ⚽
• Football picked up a big victory in the PIAA subregional over Hollidaysburg, 63-35. Suhtaun Lewis accounted for over 200 yards on the ground and five touchdowns, while Dajore Hollingsworth added a pair. Luke Costello threw for 261 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Corey Allen had nine catches for 163 yards and a score. RJ Roberts had a receiving touchdown, while David Adams-Prince and Daniel Oblich each had interceptions on defense. The Ramblers will have a bye week as they await the winner of the District 7 championship between Peters Township and Pine-Richland. 🏈
• Varsity hockey took part in the SHL Showcase in Illinois. The Ramblers finished 0-3-1 on the weekend. They began their trip with a 3-3 tie against Carmel Catholic (IL). They would then fall to Glenbrook South (IL), 3-1. They lost to Stevenson (IL), 3-1, and York (IL), 3-2. 🏒
(Soccer photo courtesy of Manny Rodriguez; Football photo courtesy of Switchback Photography)
THREE DAYS until Giving Day!!
Calling all Cathedral Prep and Villa Maria Academy alumni! Join us for our 24-hour giving campaign and help us continue our tradition of excellence. Your gift ensures that we can give our students an unmatched Catholic education and an unforgettable high school experience. Join us for Giving Day on November 15, 2023! #CPGivingDay #PrepVillaFamily #Tradition #FundForExcellence
On this Veterans Day, and every day, we want to say thank you to all who have served and those who continue to serve this country. You are our true heroes! #Prep #VeteransDay #SaluteToService
