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Cate Girls Varsity Falls to Bishop in Straight Sets
Rams Show Resilience in Tough Loss, Look to Rebound Against Foothill Tech Cate Girls Varsity played against Bishop High School on Friday, September 13th. The Rams got off to a slow start in the first game, with Bishop taking command early from the service line and at the net. Bishop broke away early and won …
This Week in Athletics
Welcome to “This Week in Athletics,” where we recap the exciting action involving our Cate Rams across various sports. The past weeks have been filled with thrilling performances, and our athletes continue to show determination and skill across the board. Here’s a breakdown of the latest highlights. Football Kicks Off with Dominant Win The Cate …
Cate Water Polo Dominates in 20-2 Win Over Channel Islands
Emmanuel Brine Leads Balanced Scoring Attack as Rams Cruise to Victory On Thursday, September 12th, the Cate varsity water polo team hosted Channel Islands High School for a non league game. The final score of the match was a 20-2 victory for Cate. Our top scorer on the day was 9th grader Emmanuel Brine. He …
Cate Girls’ Tennis Stays Unbeaten with Dominant 8-1 Win
Strong Singles Play Secures Victory After Tough Doubles Challenge Against Santa Ynez Cate Girls’ Tennis defeated the Santa Ynez Pirates to remain unbeaten on the season. The non-league match was played using the CIF Central Section format, similar to that of NCAA tennis, featuring 3 doubles teams contesting an 8-game pro-set, before a round of …
Strong Debuts and Top Finishes Highlight TCAA Opener
Girls Shine in Varsity and JV, Boys Show Depth in Frosh/Soph Races The boys and girls teams competed today at the TCAA league opener. Several team members performed strongly despite the recent return from outings. Sophomore Sophie Blank made her cross country debut and finished 10th overall in the Varsity race, just ahead of senior …
Desi Student Union Celebrates Holi
The Desi Student Union hosted a vibrant Holi celebration on Friday, March 22, 2024, featuring a dynamic two-hour dance workshop led by Aakansha Maheshwari, Founder and Artistic Director of BollyPop in Los Angeles. The workshop, filled with energetic music, movement, and celebration, brought the spirit of Holi to campus. Open to the entire school community, …
New Inquiry Collaborative Fosters Community and Curiosity
At the start of the 2024-2025 school year, Cate opened the doors to its new hub for learning and inquiry, the Inquiry Collaborative (CoLab). Housed in the CoLab is the Wykoff Library run by Director of Libraries Carolyn LaMontagne and Librarian Alesia Aceves. Both new to the Cate community, they bring a fresh and revitalized …
2024 BIPOC Community Reception
Prior to the 2024 Sunset Ceremony, students, faculty, staff, and community members of the Mesa attended the largest-ever community reception, with over 100 guests in attendance. With desserts, yard games, and a curated playlist of music spanning cultures, the event offered space for students and adults to come together in community for meaningful connection and …
Head of School’s Notebook
I often marvel at the spontaneous moments of magic that characterize life on the Mesa. Such as seeing a senior holding the arm of a younger student on her way to the health center or the happenstance conversation I had at the Amazon Locker Hub with sophomores minutes after their return from Yosemite, packs on …
Grading for Equity
History Instructor Clair Dahm and English & Humanities Instructor Michael Szanyi were thrilled to represent Cate at the National Association of Independent Schools’ Equity Design Lab: Grading for Equity held July 10–12, 2024 at the NAIS Headquarters in Washington, DC. Through the support of Elana Stone, the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Cate, …
Cate Football Dominates in Season-Opening 40-21 Victory
Rams overwhelm Valley Christian Academy with a first-half scoring blitz and strong defensive performance. The Cate football team opened up its campaign with a resounding 40-21 win over defending CIF Finalists Valley Christian Academy on Saturday, August 31. The Rams did all of their scoring in the first half. Quarterback Quinn Pullen ‘25 rushed for …
Cate Volleyball Dominates in Back-to-Back Wins
Rams rally from slow start to sweep Hueneme in season opener. Cate Girls Varsity played against Hueneme High School on Friday, August 16th. The Rams got off to a slow start in the first game, trailing by as many as 5 points but find a way to bounce back and win 25-22. The second game …
Cate Water Polo Fights Hard in Season Opener
Strong start and standout plays highlight Cate’s season debut against Santa Barbara High. Cate vs SBHS Varsity Water Polo: Yesterday, August 30th, our Cate boy’s water polo team hosted its first non-league game of the season versus Santa Barbara High School. After a successful 2023 campaign and 2024 preseason, our guys were eager to get …
Cate Opens Title Defense with Nail Biter Win
There was no shortage of suspense on Cate Mesa today, as the defending CIF D3 Champs got the season underway against D2 Quarterfinalist, Dos Pueblos High School. The match finished locked in a 9-9 tie, with games tied 73-73, triggering a round of tie-breakers to decide the winner. How it Happened The first round proved …
Head of School’s Notebook: A Look Back at 2023-2024
A Look Back at 2023-2024 Today marks the official end of the academic year and after the last student drives down the hill towards home tomorrow, the dorms, classrooms, and hallways will stand empty. With this quiet comes an invitation to look back at some of the many highlights of the year. Here’s a little …
Cate Seniors Soar at CIF-SS D4 Championships
Muhsin, Everest, and Sebastian Leave Their Mark in Track & Field Finale Yesterday (5/11), three Cate seniors competed at the CIF-SS D4 Track & Field Championships. Muhsin Abdul-Hakim ’24 finished 9th overall in the Shot Put. This was Muhsin’s first-ever appearance at the finals and a fantastic way to end his track and field career …
Cate Track Stars Shine Bright: Seniors Secure Spots in CIF-SS D4 Finals!
Young Talent Emerges as Team Sets Sights on Moorpark Showdown Eleven Cate Track & Field athletes took to the field at Carpinteria High School for the CIF-SS Division 4 Prelims, delivering a display of athleticism and determination. While ninth-grader Sophie Blank narrowly missed out on a Finals berth, her outstanding performance in the 1600-meter run …
This Week in Athletics
As May unfolds, so does Mental Health Awareness Month, shedding light on the importance of resilience, support, and perseverance in the face of adversity. Against the backdrop of this crucial awareness campaign, we delve into a spectrum of sporting narratives that encapsulate the essence of determination and unity within the Cate School community. From heart-stopping …
Head of School’s Notebook: In Loco Parentis – How are the Kids?
Whenever someone asks me, “How are the kids?” I hesitate and often respond by saying, “Which ones?” I don’t know what this says about me as a mother, but my first instinct is to think about the “kids” at Cate. As we approach Mother’s Day, I’ve been reflecting on what in loco parentis means for …
Cate Girls Lacrosse Prevails in Hard-Fought CIF Quarterfinals
Cate’s Unified Defense and Offense Secure Semifinals Berth Cate Girls Lacrosse beat Orange-Lutheran in the CIF quarterfinals today in Orange County. The team came out strong, jumping on a two-goal lead by Maia Holmes ’26 in the first two minutes. Although we struggled with the draw, Cate could ” take care of the little things” …