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Students reflect on taking summer geometry
Photo of Class of 2024 SGA cabinet with their successors in the Class of 2025 out front of St. Aloysius Church after being announced on Charter Day. Photo from @gonzagasga instagram.
New SGA is “Eager” to look ahead at 2024-25
Mr. Joe Nardella, science teacher, is looking forward to his new role.
Mr. Joe Nardella’s to serve in new role as director of educational technology 
2024 Spring Exam schedule
How to prep for exams
James White '24, Chris Settle '25, and Mr. Joseph Ross at the Parkmont Poetry Festival Reading (Photo courtesy of Settle)
Gonzaga students win Parkmont Poetry Contest
The Atlanta Hawks will have the first overall pick in this year's draft. Photo taken from GoodFon.com (https://www.goodfon.com/sports/wallpaper-download-2880x1800-wallpaper-sport-logo-basketball-nba-atlanta-hawks-glitter-ch.html)
Diaz and Calpin’s 2024 NBA mock draft
This year's team photo in front of the Capitol Building. Photo courtesy of Hugo Rodas.
Preview of Gonzaga varsity purple rugby team ahead of nationals
The varsity rugby teams played some games during spring break trip to Argentina.
Spring sports season comes to a close
Photo taken by Hugo Rodas (Instagram: @hugoshoots)
My time as a basketball manager
Picture of my brand New Eclipse III before the season began. Strung by and photo from @mr_wand_erful on Instagram.
Comprehensive one-season review of the STX Eclipse 3 Goalie Head
Image of the Federal Reserve
Fed Chair Powell signals rate cuts
Camden was one of the summer service trips hosted by Campus Ministry. Photo taken by a person at the service site of the entire group who attended.
Reflection on Camden Immersion Trip
Longtime teacher Rick Cannon with his son Billy Cannon '94 (right) and grandson Billy Cannon '24 (middle)
Remembering my family’s legacy
The celebration after winning the WCAC lacrosse championship my senior year. Photo from @hugoshoots on Instagram
Gonzaga… it’s something unpredictable but in the end, it’s right
Photo of Brendan Rohde and a group of friends before prom in May 2023
Reflections on my time at Gonzaga
Logo for HighschoolHires. Created by Joey Bunag '25 using Adobe Express.
From frustration to funding: the birth of HighschoolHires
The AAPIC logo, taken from the AAPIC Instagram page.
Asian American Pacific Islander Club: why you should join
The summer job search is on for some students
The summer job search is on for some students
Andrew Kozeny '24 competing in match versus Good Counsel
Seniors share their most coveted memories on Eye Street
The leaders of Kairos CLXXV join together for a photo on retreat.
Kairos rectors weigh in on the importance of going
The "Abbott Elementary" teachers gathering and chatting in the teacher's lounge in the series's most recent season. Photo used with permission from Disney/Gilles Mingasson.
Season three of “Abbott Elementary” has fans both laughing and crying
Po, the films protagonist, sitting by a cherry tree.
A review of Kung Fu Panda 4
Review of "In Between Dreams" by Jack Johnson
Review of “In Between Dreams” by Jack Johnson
Netflix releases highly anticipated "Full Swing" season 2
Netflix releases highly anticipated “Full Swing” season 2
Trailer Link: https://youtu.be/pDak4qLyF4Q?si=F4P7-MWHzYKx0_cZ
Society of the Snow: an inspiring, true tale about survival, love and togetherness

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Fed Chair Powell signals rate cuts
Michael Salemme, Opinions Editor • September 4, 2024

By Michael Salemme — In a consequential speech at the Jackson Hole conference last Friday, the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, gave one of the most explicit signals that a rate cut was coming soon — very likely at the scheduled September meeting of the Federal Reserve. His comments...

News
Students reflect on taking summer geometry
Edward Guerra, Senior Staff Writer • July 29, 2024

By Edward Guerra— As many Eagles enjoy some much-needed rest over this summer, some have chosen to stay dedicated to their studies by taking courses in order to expand their knowledge in certain subjects; one of the most popular summer classes is Geometry,...

Photo of Class of 2024 SGA cabinet with their successors in the Class of 2025 out front of St. Aloysius Church after being announced on Charter Day. Photo from @gonzagasga instagram.
New SGA is “Eager” to look ahead at 2024-25
Collin Smith
Mr. Joe Nardella, science teacher, is looking forward to his new role.
Mr. Joe Nardella’s to serve in new role as director of educational technology 
Matthew Clifford
2024 Spring Exam schedule
How to prep for exams
Brendan Rohde
James White '24, Chris Settle '25, and Mr. Joseph Ross at the Parkmont Poetry Festival Reading (Photo courtesy of Settle)
Gonzaga students win Parkmont Poetry Contest
Max Diaz
Sports
The Atlanta Hawks will have the first overall pick in this year's draft. Photo taken from GoodFon.com (https://www.goodfon.com/sports/wallpaper-download-2880x1800-wallpaper-sport-logo-basketball-nba-atlanta-hawks-glitter-ch.html)
Diaz and Calpin's 2024 NBA mock draft
May 23, 2024

By Max Diaz & Henry Calpin— SELECTIONS OF THIS MOCK DRAFT WERE MADE PRIOR TO THE DRAFT COMBINE, SO SOME PLAYERS MAY BE PLACED ODDLY.   1. Atlanta Hawks: Alex Sarr, Perth Wildcats While this is not a strong class in the slightest, Sarr should...

This year's team photo in front of the Capitol Building. Photo courtesy of Hugo Rodas.
Preview of Gonzaga varsity purple rugby team ahead of nationals
Henry Calpin
The varsity rugby teams played some games during spring break trip to Argentina.
Spring sports season comes to a close
Jack Hartman
Photo taken by Hugo Rodas (Instagram: @hugoshoots)
My time as a basketball manager
Max Diaz
Picture of my brand New Eclipse III before the season began. Strung by and photo from @mr_wand_erful on Instagram.
Comprehensive one-season review of the STX Eclipse 3 Goalie Head
Collin Smith
Upcoming Games
Select a Sport
Sep 14 V Water Polo Gonzaga College High School vs. Battle of The Beltways
Sep 14 JV Water Polo Gonzaga College High School vs. Battle of The Beltways
Sep 15 V Water Polo Gonzaga College High School vs. Battle of The Beltways
Sep 15 JV Water Polo Gonzaga College High School vs. Battle of The Beltways
Sep 17 F Soccer Gonzaga College High School vs. St. Albans
Sep 17 V Soccer Gonzaga College High School vs. O'Connell
Sep 17 JV Soccer Gonzaga College High School vs. O'Connell
Sep 18 JV Football Gonzaga College High School vs. Archbishop Carroll High School
Sep 18 JV Soccer Gonzaga College High School vs. Landon
Sep 18 V Water Polo Gonzaga College High School vs. Archbishop Spalding High School
Features
Logo for HighschoolHires. Created by Joey Bunag '25 using Adobe Express.
From frustration to funding: the birth of HighschoolHires
Joey Bunag '25, Print Editor-in-Chief • August 30, 2024

By Joey Bunag— Last February, I decided to start an endeavor that I had never seen before, a project that would take nearly five months...

The AAPIC logo, taken from the AAPIC Instagram page.
Asian American Pacific Islander Club: why you should join
Cash Barentzen • May 20, 2024

After school every other Wednesday, members of the Asian-American and Pacific Islander Club (AAPIC) meet in Ms. Xiao He’s room and partake...

Opinion
Image of the Federal Reserve
Fed Chair Powell signals rate cuts
Michael Salemme, Opinions Editor • September 4, 2024

By Michael Salemme — In a consequential speech at the Jackson Hole conference last Friday, the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell,...

Camden was one of the summer service trips hosted by Campus Ministry. Photo taken by a person at the service site of the entire group who attended.
Reflection on Camden Immersion Trip
Joey Bunag '25, Print Editor in Chief
Longtime teacher Rick Cannon with his son Billy Cannon '94 (right) and grandson Billy Cannon '24 (middle)
Remembering my family's legacy
The celebration after winning the WCAC lacrosse championship my senior year. Photo from @hugoshoots on Instagram
Gonzaga… it's something unpredictable but in the end, it's right
Collin Smith
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Arts & Culture
Mr. Joe Viola '83 is the moderator of the guitar club.
A resounding rhythmic resurgence: the Screamin' Eagle Jam strikes back
Matthew Clifford • January 29, 2024

The eagerly anticipated Screamin' Eagle Jam is making a triumphant return to Eye Street on April 26, 2024. This cherished open-mic tradition,...

WZAG Broadcasters - Gonzaga.org
A Look Inside WZAG
Matthew Holt
The Sunset Club on Spotify. Picture from Spotify.
The Sunset Club: Indie band comprised of Gonzaga students and alumni
Liam Passey
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