Burning questions March 2019
Alex Dimarco and Timmy Wittich, Staff Writers
March 22, 2019
Alex: We all know that the cafeteria french fries are one of the most popular foods sold at lunch time. Up until this year, there was quite a variety of them: curly fries, garlic fries, standard-cut fries, crinkle-cut fries, steak fries, and the occasional waffle fries. However, as students went to...
Give up something for Lent, put on ashes to repent
Brooke Puccini, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 22, 2019
Everyone knows that one elderly person who wags his or her finger and insists that younger generations have lost their morals, and it isn’t hard to see why. Most teenagers are glued to their phones 24/7 looking at a polished version of society; meanwhile, they justify missing mass here and there and...
PROMposing changes–dancing at Willis Tower
Alyssa Yankee, Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
As prom season approaches, the senior student council and the faculty have started to prepare for the event on April 27. There have been a few changes made to prom this year with the most significant being the new location. “We are having [prom] at the Metropolitan Club on the 66th floor of the Wi...
Service lifelong journey for alumni
Grace Chang, Local Co-Editor
March 22, 2019
Service is not limited to Viator students; it is a lifelong pursuit. No matter where a person stands—on a mountain top, deep down in a valley, riding the metro, or cramming in a college library —service is always doable. Let’s take a look at how former Lions continue to serve others in college. Paul...
Through traveling, sleeping, and studying, students make most of their spring break
Bridget Sloan, Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
Although Chicagoans might have experienced the winter blues, spring break is right around the corner! With the spring sports underway, the upcoming ACT, and the looming threat of AP exams, sleep-deprived students are looking forward to a much-deserved rest. In a recent poll, students had many different...
Students spend time with God and friends on Quest
Allison Bosshart, Local Co-Editor
March 22, 2019
Do you ever feel that life is too busy and chaotic? The Quest 48 retreat offers a break from students’ busy lives, allowing them to enjoy meaningful time with God and friends. The upcoming Quest retreat is April 8-9. Freshmen and sophomore students can sign up with permission forms from Campus Ministry...
Students say farewell to faculty favorites
Crystal Schuster, Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
As students begin to enter their last stretch of the school year, faculty and the student body alike will prepare to say their final farewells to a group of teachers who have truly left their mark on the community: one biology joke, one mathematical equation, two faithful discussions, one game, and...
Trivia Night tests frivolous facts for critical cause
Kate Hannon, Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
Quick! Here’s a question to prepare you for Trivia Night. What was the name of the cafeteria before it was named Querbes Hall? Whether or not you were able to answer correctly, it was named the Red Lion Room, you can enjoy more trivia at Justice League’s upcoming fundraiser. Justice League will...
STEM program offers new engineering opportunity
Allison Bosshart, Local Co-Editor
February 22, 2019
Students often struggle with deciding on a college major or answering the question: “What do you want to do with your life?” The STEM Designation Program allows students to experience different STEM fields and reflect on their interests. In its third year, the STEM program has adapted its STEM exper...
Burning questions
Timmy Wittich and Alex DiMarco, Staff Writers
February 22, 2019
Hey whats up lions, yes, welcome back to another creepy exclusive on the mysteries of our school. This time we dive deep inside the mind of Mrs. Eileen Cairo, with a beloved science teacher who makes a memorable impact on her students, although not all of this insight is about cellular communicat...
Breaking ice with new security team
Kate Hannon, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
Students have likely noticed some new faces greeting them as they enter school and ensuring they are wearing their lanyards. The security guards started in early January. Some of their daily activities include patrolling the hallways, monitoring who enters the building, and practicing communication betw...
Musical celebrates 80th anniversary of Wizard of Oz
Crystal Schuster, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
In the far away land of ruby slippers, yellow brick roads, talking animals and magical witches, an enchanted tale was told...and just in time for the 80th anniversary! Through Dorothy’s adventures in the Emerald City, her daytime snoozes with the mesmerizing poppies, her charming welcome with the merry...
Rowan McDonnell, Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
The Cahill Crazies cheer loudly. Parents scream for joy. A coach claps proudly—another athletic triumph. But for what sport? The answer is bowling. This could be a near...
March 22, 2019
There are many sports that are do not receive the attention they deserve. One of these sports is tennis....
March 22, 2019
As the winter sports season comes to an end, athletes begin prepare for the upcoming spring season....
Matthew McManaman, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 22, 2019
Rome, Florence, Venice, three great cities that formed the backbone of the historic Roman Empire. All three cities served as early global melting pots at the center of a web...
Jig is up: Irish dancers shine at world championships
March 22, 2019
Billie Eilish finds her sound on first album
March 22, 2019
March 22, 2019