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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

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Briell Robinson proudly holds her Syracuse poster as she gets ready to embark on a new academic journey.

Briell Robinson: Student Activist and Posse Scholar

Lauren Gregorio, Opinion Editor Jan 6, 2022

When Coral Gables Senior High’s seniors hear the phrase “student activist,” one name comes to mind: Briell Robinson. Now a Posse scholar for Syracuse University, Robinson has thrived as a Cavalier...

Alumni Aya Hamza and Daniela Parra del Riego presented at the 2020 Politicare event, PACE’s primary service action.

PACE: Increasing Political Awareness at Gables

Emmanuelle Desmet, Staff Writer Nov 8, 2021

While many believe politics should be reserved to those who have the right to vote, students at Coral Gables Senior High prove that the younger generation is making waves in society by becoming more interested...

Asian American Hate Amidst COVID-19

Gabriel Wagner, CavsTV Staff Apr 17, 2021

Asian Americans are the third largest minority group in the United States, making up approximately 5.9% of the total population (2019 US Census). Anti-Asian sentiment has been present in the United States...

Due to the rise of social media, we have seen the rise of performative activism and people putting up an act for likes and clicks. There are several ways we can combat this and be better activists.

Performative Activism and How to be an Actual Activist during COVID-19

Leidi-Di Salcedo-Urena, Staff Writer Oct 8, 2020

With the rise of COVID-19 cases and the usage of social media, especially during quarantine, the majority of people get their news and information by simply clicking through posts. The year of 2020 is...

Alejandra Agredo was an inspiration and brought so much positivity to the community. After passing away, she will be remembered by Cavaliers for her activism and kindness.

In Memory of Alejandra Agredo

Sofia Cruz, Staff Writer Dec 6, 2019

A devastating turn of events recently caused Gables to lose one of its brightest Cavaliers. On Tuesday, Nov. 26, Bryan "Alejandra" Agredo passed away at the age of seventeen when she was hit by a train...

The organizing team of Young Leaders Summit 2019 cheers in celebration of their hard work.

Students Take on Climate Change at Young Leaders Summit

Maia Berthier, Opinion and Copy Editor Nov 6, 2019

On Monday, Nov. 4, the second annual Young Leaders Summit was held at Pinecrest Gardens. The students that founded YLS (Coral Gables Senior High Alumni Nikita Leus-Oliva and William Breslin) passed the...

Students gather to protest in front of Miami City Hall.

Samantha Gazda For Future Miami

Allison Cajina, Staff Writer Aug 15, 2019

Samantha Gazda is a rising junior in the International Baccalaureate program. When she is not juggling a busy school schedule, she is one of the head organizers for Miami's Fridays For Future (FFF)...

Students protesting in front of the Ralph Moore Building.

Political Activity that Extends Beyond a Vote

Daniela Parra Del Riego, Staff Writer Sep 21, 2018

We live in a politically turbulent time; from the local to the international level, many citizens have strong opinions about what our politicians are doing. There has been a recent emphasis on conversations...

Civic Engagement with Will Breslin

Pablo Hanono, Staff Writer Apr 16, 2018

High school is a place where many students mature and discover their interests. Every school year brings with it different experiences and social climates that can spawn bright and highly motivated students....

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