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Shaping community: A Year of Leadership at Cate
By Kaia Coker '29 and Olivia Micheli '29 Leadership positions consume life at Cate. They represent responsibility and collaboration, but behind every role is a Cate student shaped by the challenge that comes with the position, ultimately leading to growth. As the school year ends, President Barron Crayton ‘26, Vice President Jen Won ‘26, and Head Prefects Josh Butler ‘26 and Oyin Opawumi ‘26 reflect on the experiences that came with these positions, as well as the lessons an
Jasper Shelmerdine
May 194 min read


A Santa Barbara Excursion
By Ava Moxley '29 Spring Family Weekend has arrived, and here are some of the places to visit with families. There’s something on this list for everybody! Downtown Santa Barbara: Downtown Santa Barbara is always bustling with life. Begin your day at Alessia Patisserie on Canon Perdido just off Santa Barbara Street. They offer a great selection of pastries, as well as a creative take on classic brunch and breakfast items. Afterward, pop into Jake & Jones and browse their curat
Jasper Shelmerdine
Apr 216 min read


The Cross in the Chapel: Rethinking Cate’s Traditions
By Paloma Rudnicki '27 The Katharine Thayer Cate and Curtis Wolsey Cate Chapel, built in 1961, was dedicated by Mr. Cate to his wife, who passed away in 1953. Despite popular belief, she is not buried there. The Chapel also won national awards when it was built—the architect George Russell won the AIA award for Church Architecture, Class III for his design. Its unique arches and large stained-glass windows have set it apart as what some consider the most beautiful and iconic
Jasper Shelmerdine
Oct 15, 20259 min read
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