Cathedral Preparatory School

“Don’t be alarmed,” he said. “You are looking for Jesus the Nazareth, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid him.” – Mark 16:6

We would like to wish everyone a very happy and blessed Easter! He is Risen! Alleluia!! #HappyEaster ✝

National Art Honor Society (NAHS) got into the holiday spirit and joined together for their first ever Easter egg painting event. They chatted about Ukrainian Pysanky eggs, their origin/traditions, and experimented with different masking materials for creating designs. #Prep #NAHS 🐣

"He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed." – 1 Peter 2:24

May this Good Friday be a time of repentance and renewal in our prayers for one another by the Lord Jesus’ sacrifice for us. Please feel free to visit https://www.eriercd.org/easter.html for a list of worship times throughout the area today and this weekend. #Prep #GoodFriday ✝

March was an incredible month of growth, connection, and community impact for our Dance Department!

💙 They proudly celebrated Dance A Difference Week, where our dancers turned their passion into purpose. Through their efforts, they were able to support the Dafmark Creative Arts Program. This program helps provide access to the arts for young creatives in our community.

🩰 They also welcomed amazing guest speakers who expanded our dancers’ knowledge beyond the studio:

• Christina Brown, physical therapist, shared valuable insight on injury prevention, physical therapy, and cross-training for dancers.
• Anne Maleno, owner of Tricryo, introduced recovery techniques that support dancer and athlete wellness.

🌟 These experiences are what make our program so special. We are committed to not only developing strong dancers, but also well-rounded, informed individuals by connecting with professionals and engaging with our community.

Thank you for supporting our dancers’ journey and celebrating the power of dance! #Prep #CommunityThroughDance #DanceEducation

Happy Holy Thursday! Today, during our activity period, students performed Living Stations of the Cross. Led in prayer by Kate Patsy ’27, Charlotte Przybylinski ’26, and Bella Speros ’26, students re-enacted Jesus’ journey to Calvary, while narrators shared the stories of each station and those who joined him. Abby Ladaika ’27 closed with a beautiful dance, symbolizing Jesus’ resurrection, to close the program. This newfound tradition prepares our school community for Easter and Jesus' resurrection! #Prep #Faith #Community ✝

Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Wednesday, April 1:

• Girls flag football kicked off their season against Seneca Valley. The Ramblers fell to the Raiders, 7-0, after the Raiders scored in the final two minutes. Jasmine Woodard and Jordyn DiRaimo had one interception each. 🏈
• LATE TUESDAY SCORE: Boys tennis dropped their match against Hilton Head Prep (SC), 5-0. 🎾

Sr. Linda Fusco, SSJ and Mrs. Almitra Clemente Clerkin ’81VMA, executive director of the SSJ Mission & Ministries Foundation, joined a group of girls today to talk about vocations. Sr. Linda talked with the ladies about her own vocation story and the peace associated with answering yes to God’s call. She reminded the girls about the joy of doing God’s will. We are grateful for the work, dedication, and witness of the Sisters of Saint Joseph and are grateful for Sr. Linda’s presence with us today! #Prep #Faith ✝️

Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Monday, March 30:

• Boys tennis began their campaign with a 5-0 victory at Hilton Head High School (SC). Gavin Ferretti, Charbel Moubarak, Arjun Noticewala, and Chris Scott won in straight sets in singles. The tandem of Clark Brown/Sam English were straight set winners in doubles. 🎾
• Softball fell to West Middlesex, 15-2. Addison Baldi had two hits and an RBI. Emma Raucci also drove in a run. 🥎

Today, members of our school community were able to join others throughout the diocese for the annual Chrism Mass. The bishop blesses the three holy oils used in the sacraments for the next year, which begins with the Easter Vigil. It is also a Mass where the bishop and priests from throughout the diocese are renewed in their commitment to priestly service. This Mass is celebrated during Holy Week before Holy Thursday to offer an opportunity to remember that we are always part of a bigger community. #Prep #Faith ✝️

Three Ramblers competed in the PIHL AA All-Star Game at Robert Morris University last night. Chris Bruschi ’26 represented the Gold team, while Vinny Scalise and Garrett Schwartz represented the Blue team. Blue ended up winning the game, 4-2. Schwartz scored and Scalise had an assist. #RollRamblers 🏒

Cathedral Prep Weekend Athletics Roundup:

• Varsity baseball continued play in Arizona at the Wolves Classic. The Ramblers bested Alhambra (AZ), 17-4, in their pool play opener. Derick Friedman went 4-5 with six RBIs and a pair of homeruns. Matt Oblich also homered and was 3-4 with four runs driven in. Frank Thomas had a pair of hits and three RBIs, while Joey Makela pitched three shutout innings in relief. They then advanced to the championship bracket, rallying for a 5-2 victory at Youngker (AZ). Sam Ciukaj was huge out of the bullpen, going four innings of shutout ball. Friedman drove in a run and walked three times. The Ramblers dropped their semifinal matchup against host Estrella Foothills (AZ), 6-5. Matt Oblich and Derick Friedman each had a hit and an RBI. ⚾
• Boys varsity lacrosse fell to Williamsville East (NY), 12-2. Rory Callaghan scored both Prep goals. Evan Kaizer had an assist. TJ Hiner made 13 saves in goal. 🥍

Congratulations to Cecilia Cacchione ’27. She has verbally committed to play soccer at the next level for Division I Canisius University on scholarship. A top offensive player for the Ramblers, Cacchione has helped guide her team to a pair of Region and District 10 titles, as well as a state runner-up finish in 2024. She projects as a center-attacking midfielder for the Griffins. #Prep #RollRamblers #StudentAthlete ⚽

Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Thursday, March 26:

• Varsity baseball lost their opener of the Wolves Classic in Arizona against Scottsdale Christian (AZ), 11-5. Matthew Oblich and Owen Fetzner each had a pair of hits, with Oblich hitting a homerun on the Ramblers first at-bat of the season. Davin Friedman, Sam Ciukaj, Broegan McCarthy, and Landon Martin also drove in runs. ⚾

AFJROTC cadets had the distinct honor of presenting the colors at the Erie Federal Courthouse during last Friday’s Naturalization Ceremony. Their sharp appearance, disciplined movements, and precise execution reflected the highest standards of the program and added a sense of dignity and respect to this meaningful event. As the colors were posted, the ceremony began with a powerful reminder of the values and traditions that unite all Americans.

The cadets’ participation helped highlight the importance of citizenship and service, as new Americans took the Oath of Allegiance and officially began their journey as citizens of the United States. For the cadets, it was a memorable opportunity to be part of such a significant occasion, reinforcing their commitment to leadership, patriotism, and community involvement while representing Cathedral Prep with pride. #Prep

Over the past four weeks, Fr. Jabo joined a group of guys to talk about vocations, discernment, and the priesthood. They met on a weekly basis over lunch and had the opportunity to learn and ask questions. We are grateful for Fr. Jabo’s witness to the priesthood and his commitment to vocations. #Prep #Faith ✝️

Our Cathedral Prep Dance Department recently traveled to Norfolk, Virginia to participate in the Regional High School Dance Festival hosted by the Governor's School for the Arts. Five of our dancers had the incredible opportunity to immerse themselves in a weekend dedicated to learning, growth, and connection within the dance community.

Throughout the festival, students participated in a wide variety of dance classes and workshops led by college faculty, guest artists, and professional dancers. They also took part in auditions for college dance programs and summer intensives, giving them valuable exposure to future educational and training opportunities. Events like this bring together hundreds of high school dancers from across the region to learn, network, and experience the possibilities that exist beyond high school dance.

One of the highlights of the weekend was attending a professional performance by BalletX, giving our students the chance to see world-class contemporary dance live on stage and gain inspiration from working professionals in the field.

We are incredibly proud of these dancers for representing our program with passion, curiosity, and professionalism. Opportunities like this help our students expand their artistry, explore future pathways in dance, and connect with the larger dance community. #CPDance

Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Monday, March 23:

• Girls varsity lacrosse fell to McDowell, 12-2. Taylor Benacci and Brooke Powers scored for the Ramblers. Rynette Katen had six saves in goal. 🥍

Cathedral Prep Weekend Athletics Roundup:

• Boys varsity lacrosse kicked off their season with a 10-5 win over Freeport. Rory Callaghan scored three goals. Jameson Hertel and Evan Kaizer each scored two apiece, while Brady Powers, Matt Bansidhar, and Dylan Graham also scored. Callaghan had two assists. Hertel, Powers, and Jack Whitman also had an assist each. TJ Hiner made nine saves in goal. 🥍
• Girls varsity lacrosse opened their season against Magnificat (OH). The Ramblers fell to the Blue Streaks, 15-3. Azlyn Miller scored two goals, while Brooke Powers had the other tally. Rynette Katen made 10 saves in net. 🥍

We are just a few days away from our students taking the stage for their final performance of the school year! The Cathedral Prep Theatre Program is set to bring the world’s longest running musical back to the H. David Bowes Auditorium with their performance of "Les Misérables: School Edition!" Performances will begin THIS THURSDAY, March 26, and conclude on Sunday, March 29. Showtimes are 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. This show features one of the most memorable scores of all time and packs an emotional wallop that has thrilled audiences all over the world. You don’t want to miss it! #Prep #MVP 🇫🇷