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Reporting the news since 1914

The Blue & Gold

Reporting the news since 1914

The Blue & Gold

John Elrod

John Elrod, Editor

John Elrod is a member of The Blue & Gold newspaper, having joined during his sophomore year. In addition to his involvement in the newspaper, he has earned a letter as a member of the swim team and is a member of the newly formed water polo team. Outside of these activities, he is a member of the Spanish Club and is active in community service. In his free time, he enjoys walking his dog, reading, and spending his summers as a YMCA Camp High Harbour counselor.

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Racket Sports brings the hottest trend in competition to physical education.

A New Elective on the Court

By John Elrod, Co-editor
Nov 6, 2024

During the first few weeks of this academic year, many students walking in the arcade may have noticed nets set up and students playing pickleball there throughout the day. That’s because this year,...

Aubrey and Brenna Endom make sure that Chanel Day does not pass without plenty of colorful faces.

Chanel Day Recap

By John Elrod, Staff Writer
May 15, 2024

This year’s Chanel Day events were a huge hit among students and faculty, with a large number of the student body participating in a wide variety of sports and other activities, ranging from dodgeball...

Casey Czerniawski executes a beautiful high jump. Czerniawski was a 2024 State Meet qualifier in High Jump and achieved the third best jump in school history.

A Successful 2024 Track Season

By John Elrod, Staff Writer
May 15, 2024

This year, the varsity track team had a successful season, with phenomenal placings in the regional events and coaches that helped to make the sport a great experience for all. I talked to Martin Laughlin,...

A number of sophomores will soon become confirmed at the Cathedral of Christ the King.

Tenth Graders Set To Be Confirmed

By John Elrod, Staff Writer
Mar 26, 2024

As the spring approaches, many students, particularly those in the class of 2026, find themselves closer to confirmation. Over the past few months, they have gone through a long process: attending sessions...

The stone engraving mounted to the side of Chanel Building traveled all the way from Bedford, Ohio, where it hung above the entrance of Saint Peter Chanel High School.

Behind a New Addition to Marist School

By John Elrod, Staff Writer
Nov 10, 2023

Returning students arriving to campus at the flag circle may have noticed a new adornment to the rear wall of the Chanel building: a stone engraving of Saint Peter Chanel that was installed in early September. What...

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