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From Performer to Teacher: The Journey of Mr. Andy Hawks

From Performer to Teacher: The Journey of Mr. Andy Hawks

Elea Roys, Fine Arts Editor January 16, 2026

For Cardinal Gibbons Orchestra director Andy Hawks, music is his greatest passion.  “Teaching is neat for me,” Hawks said. “I take what I’ve learned, and I get to share it with people and give...

Everything You Need to Know About the Orchestra Program

Everything You Need to Know About the Orchestra Program

Elea Roys, Fine Arts Editor December 15, 2025

The orchestra, led by director Mr. Andy Hawks, has become one of Cardinal Gibbons’ fastest-growing programs. The String Orchestra is composed exclusively of bowed string instruments found in Western...

Gibbons Fall Dance Concert: "In Our Element"

Gibbons Fall Dance Concert: “In Our Element”

Anna Callaway, Reporter December 15, 2025

Colorful costumes and the chatter of excited voices filled the theater as the overhead lights started to dim. The Gibbons Dance Concert was about to begin.  Gibbons Dance puts on two shows a year,...

Inside Our School's Top Music Ensembles: Mr. Cashin's side of the Music Department

Inside Our School’s Top Music Ensembles: Mr. Cashin’s side of the Music Department

Elea Roys, Fine Arts Editor November 14, 2025

From the powerful sound of brass to the delicate ring of chimes, our school’s music department is alive with rhythm, passion, and talent. The ensemble programs and bands, led by dedicated percussionist,...

French: More Than Just a Language Class

French: More Than Just a Language Class

Anna Callaway, Reporter October 24, 2025

When it comes to taking a world language class at Gibbons, Spanish and Latin are often the first that come to mind for students. Most students came from a middle school that taught one, if not both, of...

This Year's Gibbons Drama Productions

This Year’s Gibbons Drama Productions

Elea Roys, Reporter September 18, 2025

Grab your popcorn—it’s time to support your fellow peers performing in the Gibbons Drama productions! This year, Gibbons Drama is presenting not one, but two shows in the fall: “Radium Girls” and...

An Inside Look at Introduction to Clay Honors

An Inside Look at Introduction to Clay Honors

Charlotte Cline, Reporter September 18, 2025

Entering the art hallway, you can see the plethora of pottery arrangements decorating the tables lined against the walls. Ranging from bowls, pots, plates, and even more. As you walk into the classroom,...

Forty Countries, One Festival: The Multicultural Fair brings Gibbons students together

Forty Countries, One Festival: The Multicultural Fair brings Gibbons students together

Lulu Marin, Reporter May 21, 2025

Cardinal Gibbons is made up of 1,577 students. Among these, 20.2 percent are minorities, and  because of this, the Gibbons community works hard to value and give students the chance to demonstrate their...

Behind the Curtain: The Importance of Gibbons’ Dance Elective

Behind the Curtain: The Importance of Gibbons’ Dance Elective

Katie Grace Duncan, Reporter May 5, 2025

As the curtain prepares to rise before the Cardinal Gibbons dance show, anticipation builds throughout the whole theater. From the perspective of an outsider, this class might seem like just a casual...

Why I Chose This Again: Taking Electives a Second Time Around

Why I Chose This Again: Taking Electives a Second Time Around

Isabelle Lu, Reporter March 14, 2025

Gibbons offers a variety of electives in a wide range of subjects. Although there are many amazing subjects to choose from, many decided to stick with the same subject again.  Kira White (class of...

Preview: Shrek, The Musical!

Preview: Shrek, The Musical!

Isla Jennings, Reporter March 11, 2025

The spring musical this year is in the works…Shrek, the Musical!  Students and staff have been working hard to make this musical come together, with opening night coming up on March 28. Kevin...

Oh the Places You'll Go: The Gibbons Trip Itineraries to Places Abroad

Oh the Places You’ll Go: The Gibbons Trip Itineraries to Places Abroad

Katie Grace Duncan, Reporter February 28, 2025

In 2026, Cardinal Gibbons is taking a journey abroad, offering students to indulge in Italy, Japan, and Western European cultures. These international trips allow students to engage with foreign history...

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