by Alejandro Menendez Thomas Abraham meeting with Pope Leo XIV. (Credit The Abraham Group) Getting the opportunity to meet the Pope is, in itself, a once-in-a-lifetime experience for any Catholic. But presenting him with pieces of art, discussing peace in current global issues, and even showing him a Columbus hat are things that only alumnus Thomas Abraham, Class of ’7,1 would think to do when presented with this opportunity. Background A member of the Christopher Columbus Hall of Fame,...

by Matthew Diaz A student athlete warms up prior to the JV game. (Photo credit: Jose Carlo Diaz) School spirit and pride have always been tied to one thing: high school sports. What was once just a fun extracurricular has grown into a cornerstone of a school’s identity. Today, high school athletics not only fuel pride and unity but also create a sense of family that helps the entire school community thrive. To understand the unity that high school athletics create, it’s important to look at...

by Oscar Pinto At Christopher Columbus High School, familiar faces are not uncommon. Many teachers come back from college to teach and guide students to become a better version of themselves. Although Mr. Leon, a graduate from the class of 2009, is something special. Mr. Leon connects with the kids in many different ways. He is not only a substitute teacher, but he is also a lacrosse coach, and for those who may not know, he is an explosive detection canine handler. Back at Columbus Mr. Leon...