News
May 14, 2026
Year-End Reflection: Outgrowing the Nest
With the end of the school year rapidly approaching, CommuiCATE sat down with Head of School Alex Lockett to reflect on the gravity of this moment. Q: How are you thinking about the end of the year? A: I’ve been thinking about the metaphor of an empty nest. I almost biked over a bird’s nest …
May 11, 2026
Rams Race at CIF-SS Finals
The Cate girls finished their season tonight with some great swims at the CIF Southern Section Division 2 Championships. Emi Kanda-Gleeson finished 11th in the 100 backstroke, cracking the minute barrier for the first time with a new school record of 59.97, breaking her own mark from prelims. She finished 14th in the 200 Individual …
May 11, 2026
Cate Competes at CIF-SS Prelims
The Cate Swim Team had a strong showing at the CIF Southern Section Prelims. In the girls’ Division 2 meet yesterday, Emi Kanda-Gleeson ‘27 qualified for Friday’s finals in two events. Her times of 2:14.68 in the 200 individual medley and 1:00.11 in the 100 backstroke were both new school records, breaking her own marks. …
May 5, 2026
Cate Track and Field Race League Championships
On Friday. May 1st, The Cate Track & Field program traveled to Ventura College to compete in the Tri-Valley League Finals. Today’s contest produced numerous personal best performances in an environment of camaraderie, good sportsmanship, respect, and encouragement. Head Coach, Kyle Mason says, “I’m proud of this group and the growth we have and will …
May 5, 2026
Swim League Championships
The Cate Swim Team had a strong showing at the Tri Valley League Championships yesterday, winning both the girls’ and boys’ meets. Jen Won and Emi Kanda-Gleeson each won two individual championship titles for the girls’ team. Won won the 50 freestyle in 25.45 and the 100 butterfly in 1:00.91. Kanda-Gleeson won the 200 Individual …
April 30, 2026
This Week in Athletics
This Week in Athletics Cate’s spring athletics continues the impressive season as tennis, swim, track and field, boys lacrosse, and girls lacrosse head into the playoffs. Track and Field The Rams headed down the hill to Carpinteria HS to compete in the Russel Cup. Junior Miles Thompson and Senior Josh Butler set personal records, PRs, …
April 29, 2026
Admission and College Counseling: A Year in Review
By: Maude Bond, Head of Admission and College Counseling As we approach Commencement, I’ve been reflecting on the work happening across Admission and College Counseling, and on how meaningful it has been to bring these two areas together in a truly integrated way at Cate. I am also thrilled about the planning for Camp Cate, …
April 29, 2026
Rams Win Round 1
Cate 12 ML King 8 The Cate girls varsity lacrosse team had a strong showing at home today against ML King. The seniors led the charge on the field and played their best lacrosse of the season. The game began with Claire Bianchi scoring off an offensive run. By the end of the first quarter, …
April 28, 2026
Playoff Bound With Win Over Thacher
Cate 13- Thacher 10 It is always a good day when Cate squashes our rival toads in a convincing 13-10 win. Cate started off strong by winning the first two draws and scoring on each possession. However, Thacher was quick to retaliate. The game continued to be close until the third quarter when Cate was …