Barbaric Vikings of centuries ago left their mark on cultures everywhere. One winning tradition has trickled down through history, and that is the Viking chant. Once used to excite brutal fighters, it now excites fans of the Catholic High Rockets. With its ear shattering drum beat followed by claps, does it have a deeper meaning? The promoter of…
Politics has pervaded room 214. For some, a battle of bumper stickers and television commercials is the only politics they see. But for those who can look past colors on a map, the Young Democrats and Republicans Clubs beckon. The Young Democrats Club and Young Republicans Club are nationwide networks that offer support for politically active…
Every weekday night from 4:30 to 6:30, a team practices a sport that goes relatively unnoticed at Catholic High. But they form a bond like no other team in the school. Wrestling is a sport of takedowns, pins, strategy, and mental determination. The team puts countless hours of work in during the week for just…
The highest bidders take home items at Ties That Bind 2023 BANG! A gavel slams down on a podium. The auctioneer announces, “Sold to the man at table 17!” The CHS auction had officially kicked off. The 2023 CHS auction took place on the night of November 4th in the Catholic High Gym, operated by…
If knowledge is power, a new class at Catholic High—Computer Science and Programming—really packs a punch. The class itself is a result of a push from the governor of Arkansas, Mr. Asa Hutchinson. Mr. Hutchinson said he believes that offering computer classes will change the state’s economy and “will put us on the forefront of technology education.”…
Candidates discuss student council elections at the opening pep rally on Wednesday, August 30th, 2023. (Left to right: Bethel, Foley, Hugg, Lang, Palecek) It’s that time of year again at Catholic High School. It’s election season, and the student council election is a time-old tradition of CHS. “It has been a thing as far back…
Because of the pandemic, National Honors Society wasn’t able to hold many events for its members. However, they were able to volunteer at the Arkansas Food Bank. Students strive to be part of National Honors Society. “It feels great to be part of NHS,” said junior Mac Principe. “I’ve worked hard throughout high school to…
The Rockets prepare for their homecoming game against the Northside Grizzlies.
Everyday, a group of students meet during their lunch period to play a game. While most people are eating and discussing the events of the day, these students undertake adventure instead.
