Category: News

  • Ora Et Labora: Woodworking Club Goes on Retreat

    By Eddie Molina ‘23 ​​As Catholics, prayer is one of the most important things in our lives as it is a way of communicating directly with God. Perhaps just as important as prayer, however, is the Catholic tradition of serving others—especially those who are less fortunate. The Rule of St. Benedict perfectly combines these two…

  • Keep Christ in Christmas: Reflecting on the True Meaning of Christmas

    By Jack Chitos ‘22 Whether it is because of the grandiose decorations, festive music, or merry spirit, Christmas is one of our most cherished holidays. During this season, we get together with family and friends to celebrate the birth of Christ. However, in recent years, the meaning of why we are celebrating has been lost. …

  • Forecast from the Flyers: New Weather Station Crowns STRC Rooftop

    By Daniel Sullivan ‘22 ​​Chaminade High School’s Science, Technology, and Research Center (STRC) opened in 2018. Three years later, it has just received a new addition.  Installed this past summer by Bro. Benjamin Knapp, S.M. ‘93, and Mr. Edward Zullo of the Chaminade Alumni Parent Association (CAPA), the CHS Weather Station allows students, parents, and…

  • English Faculty Interviews: “What Inspired you to teach?”

    Interview Conducted by Christopher Mendoza Ali ‘24 ​​Mr. Peter Vanderberg  “As a freshman in college I changed my major to English and, as I got further and further into the coursework, it became more interesting. I always loved reading, but now I really started to love reading, writing, and talking about it, and I just…

  • Campus Tour: A Look Inside the Activity-Athletic Center

    By Sean Keane ‘23 Chaminade High School’s campus has seen a number of expansion projects in recent years. What started as a modest school on Jackson Avenue is now an extensive campus that reaches back to Jericho Turnpike. The newest additions to Chaminade—the Activity-Athletic Center (AAC), the Physical Fitness Center (PFC), and the Science, Technology,…

  • Chicago Surgeon Shines: CHS Alum Makes Name for Himself in Midwest

    By Charles Bruno ‘24  Before he was an endovascular neurosurgeon with the NorthShore Medical Group in Chicago, Dr. William Ares ‘02 was a student at Chaminade High School. Ares fondly recalls his time in both the Drama Club and Glee Club, as well as the day-to-day academic activities at the school. He found his most…

  • Movie Review: Dune

    The 1965 Novel Returns to the Big Screen By Carlos Santana ‘22 Dramatic explosions, sarcastic quips, and fast-paced action have become the bread-and-butter of the modern action blockbuster. Many would attribute this to the influence of Marvel Studios and franchise juggernauts such as the Fast and Furious series, while others point fingers at ballooning production…

  • 2022 Movie Preview: New Year Will Bring Highly-Anticipated Movies

    By Connor Mongan ‘23 After the global pandemic caused the delay of many big budget blockbuster movies, it took Hollywood some time to get back on schedule. Now, however, movies are once again on the screens and audiences are itching to return to theaters. The new year will bring some long-awaited releases that will allow…

  • Science Olympiad Update

    By Quentin Castellano ’24 One of the most unique and academically rewarding clubs in the school, Chaminade’s Science Olympiad this year has had a very impressive showing thus far in both competition and commitment alone.  Chaminade’s Science Olympiad Club, head coached and moderated by Brother Benjamin Knapp, S.M. ’93, is a club in which students…

  • Opinion: “We’re All In The Same Boat” How The Words of Martin Luther King Jr. Continue to Influence America Today

    Opinion: “We’re All In The Same Boat” How The Words of Martin Luther King Jr. Continue to Influence America Today

    Dimitrios Donas ’23 The topic of racial inequality has gained substantial momentum in America as of late, notably following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020.  Following Floyd’s death, which was caught on video for all to see, social and political unrest became a recurring theme within society.  “Defund the police” became a…