![STRATEGY IS KEY Head Coach Josh Goedl discusses game plays and strategy during a break. Athletes like senior Leigh Stout find that communication is an important aspect of the game. “Having a community that actually cares how you're doing, cares about how you play, [and] your mental health, is a good type of team to depend on,” Stout said.](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_0764.jpeg)
![MONARCHS IN PINK Freshmen Brooklyn Almasi, Rachel Koch, and Jeanette Schulz smile into the camera before the big game at the Freshman Tailgate. The annual Freshman Tailgate, hosted on Friday, Sept. 20, at the top of the parking structure at Santa Ana Stadium, was a big hit. The Freshman Commissioners and Freshman Officers organized the event with fun games, various raffles, and catered Chick-fil-A. Not only did the freshmen have a great time, but the organizers felt fulfilled with their efforts. “The best part [is when] we get to [organize] rallies or plan events,” Freshman President Sophia McKay said. Photo courtesy of Abby Abad.](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_1938-1200x800.png)
Mater Dei’s Associated Student Body (ASB) program is a leadership opportunity at Mater Dei. ASB runs and organizes all student events and represents the entirety of students...
Dances at Mater Dei are more than just high school events; they are a vibrant expression of the school’s spirit and tradition. They symbolize the pride of the Monarchs,...
At the beginning of each new school year Mater Dei holds a two day event called “Club Rush.” This is when Mater Dei clubs come together in Shamrock Plaza during lunch...
![SING THE NIGHT AWAY Members of Mater Dei’s a cappella ensemble Vocal FX soulfully perform their song Dancing On My Own at MD Unplugged. Vocal FX primarily sings pop songs using unique vocal arrangements that showcase a beautiful blend of voices. Not only do they create wonderful music, but they also foster a sense of community. Sophomore Sydnie Hansen appreciates the bonding between members of Vocal FX as they sing. “I love each person in Vocal FX—they are kind, funny, and so incredibly talented,” Hansen said. “It is always so fun to sing such awesome [songs] together!”](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_0865.jpeg)
![WITH WIDE ARMS: Senior Kira Imhoff, in the role of Ariel, yells as senior London Coco Griffin, playing Prospero, looks on with pride. Throughout the play, Imhoff performed musical solos as Prospero’s servant spirit. “It felt so refreshing to return to in-person plays,” Imhoff said. “Having an audience to interact with made theatre feel like theatre again. I felt so blessed to be doing live theatre with an amazing cast and crew. Everyone killed it and I was so happy to work with them. You should have seen Mrs. Slay, [she] was so enthusiastic and pumped to get back.”](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/05DECCE2-D07B-485B-A3C4-25B376EA4DF5-900x620.jpeg)
