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March 22, 2024

Head of School’s Notebook

The vernal equinox has long been my most favorite day of the year as it marks the exact moment when the light and dark are in equal proportion and heralds the official arrival of my favorite season, spring. Of course I love the longer days, warmer weather, and flowering growth. However, what I love even …


March 22, 2024

This Week in Athletics

Spring on the Mesa at Cate School has been a whirlwind of athletic prowess and determination, with each team demonstrating resilience and a drive for excellence. From the courts to the pool, to the fields, and to the track, Cate student-athletes have showcased their skills, teamwork, and unwavering commitment to success. As we celebrate Women’s …


March 22, 2024

Hard-Fought Battle: Cate vs. San Marcos Lacrosse Match

Rising Stars and Tough Lessons in League Matchup Cate vs. San Marcos Cate 6 San Marcos 14 Record: 2-2 Cate played San Marcos today in a league match at home. Although the team worked hard and improved their lacrosse IQ, it was not enough to pull out the win. As a team, we were determined …


March 22, 2024

Rams Rally Against Royals: A Triumph of Grit and New Talent

Cate’s lacrosse team overcomes challenges and showcases emerging players in a hard-fought victory against their rivals from San Marcos. Cate traveled to Goleta this evening to play the next chapter in the long rivalry with Royals from San  Marcos (SM). We were eager to shake off the cobwebs from spring break, but knew we’d need …


March 21, 2024

Harvard Model UN Trip

By Tallulah Bates ’25 The Harvard Model United Nations (HMUN) is among the oldest, largest, and one of the most international conferences of its kind, with student participation from over 60 countries at the most recent iteration. The size and international nature of the conference made it an opportunity for learning that extended beyond the …


March 19, 2024

Cate Dominates Santa Barbara in Lacrosse Clash

Sophomore Stars Shine in Channel League Opener Cate vs Santa Barbara Cate 12 Santa Barbara 4 Record: 2-1 The Cate Girls Varsity lacrosse team had a strong showing today in their first Channel League game against Santa Barbara with a 12-4 win. Despite struggling with the draw, Cate jumped to a 6-1 lead at the …


March 18, 2024

Cate Baseball Stages Epic Comeback Victory

Lehman Shines as Rams Overpower Nordhoff High  Down 3-0 going into the bottom of the 6th, the Cate baseball team mounted a furious come back, scoring 7 runs in the 6th inning which eventually led to a 7-5 comeback win over visiting Nordhoff High School. The win evens Cate’s record at 2-2. The Rams had …


March 7, 2024

Alumni Dispatch: Adrian Walsh ’12

I’m Adrian Walsh ‘12 and I currently work as a full time Family Nurse Practitioner in Steamboat Springs, Colorado! How has the Cate athletics program influenced you beyond the Mesa? If you had told my 14-year-old self that I would eventually race in the Olympic Trials for the marathon, I would have laughed. I fell …


March 1, 2024

Cate Tennis Dominates Bishop with a 16-2 Victory

Rams showcase team depth and skill in a stellar home win, maintaining a strong 2-0 league record. Cate vs Bishop February 29, 2024 Today the Rams showed the depth of their team against the Cardinals. Number one Ethan Bloom ’24 played Bishop’s number one Lucas Forry in a good opening round match, with Bloom winning …