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The Scarlet Scroll
The Student Newspaper at Mater Dei High School

The Scarlet Scroll
The Student Newspaper at Mater Dei High School

The Scarlet Scroll
GROWING TOGETHER IN FAITH The Mater Dei retreat team poses for a photo after completion of the first Freshman Retreat of the year. These leaders came together to run small groups, activities, and give testimonies to exemplify the values of Honor, Glory, and Love. They not only help the freshmen grow in faith, but grow closer together in friendship. “My favorite part is building my relationships with the other retreat leaders,” Wickwire said. Photo courtesy of Campus Ministry.
LAST DITCH EFFORT Freshman Max Chyczewski chases after sophomore Phoenix Dickinson, who has the puck, to prevent her from scoring. Defense is an important part of a hockey team, and being able to chase after a player with a puck and stopping them from scoring is an essential part of that role. “Something that can be really rewarding [about playing center/forward] is being able to have more chances to score,” Dickinson said.
EVERY DETAIL MATTERS Senior Edyn Rodi uses oil pastels to bring her vision to life during her Advanced Placement Drawing class. Rodi enjoys using her artwork as a platform to share her stories and ideas with the world. “I want to communicate different messages and evoke different emotions through my art,” Rodi said.
ONE TEAM The Mater Dei athletes and coaches prepare for a competitive game with a team huddle to motivate the girls and review their plays. The Girls Varsity Volleyball Team geared up for a tough game against Mira Costa. Hosted in the Meruelo Athletic Center on Thursday, Sept. 5, these two teams played it out until the end. “My goals are always to make sure that the team is playing as one,” O’Dell said. Not only did Mater Dei dominate this game, the team will forever be known as a fantastic group of players that always works together.
ETERNALLY EDITING Senior Sam De Guzman, the Copy Chief of The Scarlet Scroll, works on revising news briefs. All the students in the team work hard to provide factual and interesting stories about Mater Dei. As a student editor, De Guzman continues to guide students like her previous editors did when she first joined. Photo by Suzanna Tran, staff reporter of The Scarlet Scroll.
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    Bishop O'Connell
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    Jan 20 / Varsity Boys Basketball
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    St. John Bosco
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    Jan 17 / Varsity Boys Basketball
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    1
    St. John Bosco
    2
    Jan 17 / Boys' varsity soccer
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    5
    Foothill
    6
    Jan 16 / Girls' varsity water polo
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    JSerra Catholic
    0
    Jan 16 / Girls' varsity soccer
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    Santa Margarita
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    Jan 15 / Boys' varsity soccer
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    12
    Rosary Academy
    5
    Jan 14 / Girls' varsity water polo
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    83
    Servite
    68
    Jan 10 / Varsity Boys Basketball
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    Servite
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    Jan 10 / Boys' varsity soccer
News
TACTFUL TESTS Many students at Mater Dei find themselves taking both online formatted and Scantron style tests. Many factors are taken into consideration when deciding which option may benefit students more. Dishonesty and the development of testing over time are the biggest concerns. “With other technology advancing, online would be the better option,” Sotomayor said. Photo courtesy of Unsplashed.
Scantrons vs. Online Tests
November 7, 2024

The history of educational learning assessment has continually evolved to match the times and utilize modern advancements. The changes are most often made both to enhance...

CHEERING TIME: Current Monarchs share excitement and school spirit in the student section at the Santa Ana Bowl during the game between Mater Dei and St. Frances Academy on Sept. 20. Sophomore Carson Schwartze enjoys going to games and supporting the team. “[The crowds are] really social,” Schwartze said. “[And] you can kind of see what players are [planning] in real-time.”
The Perks of Attending Games
November 7, 2024

At Mater Dei, game days are more than just about cheering for the team—they’re a celebration of school spirit, friendship, and the electric energy that fills the stands....

News Briefs for Oct. 29
News Briefs for Oct. 29
October 31, 2024

Varsity Girls Volleyball Game Today, Oct. 29 the Varsity Girls Volleyball game will be held inside the Meruelo Athletic Center at 6p.m. As the CIF playoffs commence, Redondo...

Features
TRICKY TRIGONOMETRY Math Teacher Eugene Hung carefully goes over a recent unit test with his Honors Precalculus class, guiding students through key concepts in hopes to improve their understanding. Hung wishes his students to not only understand mathematical concepts, but also gain effective test-taking strategies. He encourages students to learn from each question in order to gear up for future exams. “This helps me to make sure that I’m not including extraneous content in the review because I don’t want students spending time studying things that won’t show up on the test,” Hung said. Photo by Stella Pham.
How to Ace your Finals Week
December 10, 2024
PEMDAS & SADMEP: Senior Oliver Yang and Math Teacher Sean Lieblang pose together for a photo with stuffed animals. Lieblang’s stuffed animals, Pemdas and Sadmep, are two very important aspects of the Chapter 1 curriculum in Algebra 2/Trigonometry. These characters help ensure that the students remember the importance of simple algebra strategies. “Back in my sophomore year, Mr. Lieblang taught us about simplifying expressions and solving equations.” Yang said. “Whenever he spoke of PEMDAS and SADMEP specifically, I always thought about his two stuffed animals.”
A 40 year legacy: Mr. Lieblang’s incredible achievement
November 19, 2024
THE FUTURE AWAITS In November 2024, 32 random high school seniors were surveyed on how confident they felt in terms of their life’s plans. The fairly diverse responses with an emphasis on confident life plans show that many seniors have a general idea of what they want to do in life, but that there is also beauty in the uncertainty. Senior Katherine Ruiz is open to whatever life has in store for her and hopes that she finds joy and success with her goals. “Believe it or not, I don’t have my whole life outlined down to the little details,” Ruiz said. “I hope I don’t remain stagnant in my life and instead work towards a goal of mine, whatever that may be. All I hope for myself is that I’m happy and satisfied with what I have achieved.” Infographic by Charlotte de Leon.
Looking forward: where do seniors see themselves in the future?
November 16, 2024
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December 8, 2024
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Sports
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.
One Year In: Flag Football
September 17, 2024
THE FINAL MATCH Girls’ Junior Varsity Tennis say their final prayer and team cheer prior to their last match against Santa Margarita on Oct. 23, 2023. Photo by Sky Vessels.
Girls’ Tennis Feature
June 2, 2024
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Sports
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.
One Year In: Flag Football
September 17, 2024
THE FINAL MATCH Girls’ Junior Varsity Tennis say their final prayer and team cheer prior to their last match against Santa Margarita on Oct. 23, 2023. Photo by Sky Vessels.
Girls’ Tennis Feature
June 2, 2024
CHOOSE YOUR CHARACTER: Senior Trajan Rehder is seen choosing his character within the game, Fortnite. Engaged in Mater Dei Esports practice during the designated Block 8 class, Rehder epitomizes the dedication and determination of the team as they sharpen their skills and refine their strategies for digital combat. Photo courtesy of Jordan Saint John.
Feature on Esports
March 25, 2024
Culture
Where Is Society Going with Social Media Trends?
November 6, 2024
(BRIGHTER THAN THE PAST) Miley Cyrus being shown during her time on Disney Channel, playing the hit character Hannah Montana to being shown during her current stardom. Cyrus has built herself a separate career from her prior Disney career and still thrives to this day as a hit singer.
Evolution of different Child Stars and how they grew up
May 27, 2024
STUDENT READINESS FOR COLLEGE Many students are unsure and feel lost when applying to college. Procedures such as essay writing, scholarships, and tests like the SAT or ACT can be hard to navigate. Since 2020, there has been a 23% decrease in college readiness among students in high school. By turning to experienced seniors for help, perhaps younger students can gain guidance on how to be successful during application season.
Advice for Juniors from the Class of 2024
March 18, 2024
Multimedia
The Surfrider Foundation works to combat ocean pollution and make tangible changes through state legislature.
Celebrating Earth Day
April 24, 2022
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.”
Photo slideshow: Theatre holds Shakespeare in the Grotto after two year hiatus
October 29, 2021
MUSICAL INSPIRATION: Paige Buttaccio (left), a rising senior, paints her reserved parking spot that is inspired by a cassette tape. Buttaccio worked with a friend to make the spot represent both a mixtape and her love of music. “I feel like I always listen to music at school and it gets me through stuff, so I wanted to include it in my spot,” Buttaccio said.
Photo slideshow: Seniors customize reserved parking spots for the 2021-2022 school year
August 8, 2021
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