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During the Father-Daughter Dance in 2012, Dave Van Sickle, head coach of cross country and track, and his daughter dance. This event took place at the Phoenix Art Museum when Father-Daughter Dances were away from the Xavier College Preparatory campus.
Dads and Dances: An XCP tradition
Megan Wubker, XPress Freelancer • February 24, 2023
One of the many historical statues visited by the Xavier D.C. trip is the Lincoln Memorial. The history behind the Lincoln Memorial is studied by high school students across the country.
Xavier takes on Washington, DC
Rachel Shprecher, Staff Writer and Grace Allen, News Editor February 24, 2023
Xavier students enjoy the picturesque scenery as the sun sets over Disney’s Pixar Pier, wrapping up the 2022 Xavier Disney Trip. Xavier students will miss this opportunity despite attempts to continue the trip in 2023.
Annual Disney trip cancelled: Here’s what happened
Grace Allen, News Editor • February 9, 2023
Junior Mary Jose Martinez Bautista ‘24 helps Maggie Olsen ’25 perfect her essay. While currently it is only available to sophomores, the center will soon be open to any student who needs it.
National English Honors Society lends helping hand to Xavier Gators
Chloe Beery, Staff Writer • February 2, 2023
Arizona Republic and Xavier sports writer Don Ketchum with his wife Carol and grandson. Xavier will miss Ketchum deeply, as the community and his family mourn his passing.
Commemorating the life of Don Ketchum
Lauren Wehner, XPress Freelancer and Best of SNO award-winning writer • March 1, 2023
Xavier’s varsity soccer team holds up the first-place trophy after winning its third consecutive 6A State Championship. None of this could have been done without the support of teammates,  coaches, students and Xavier’s overall community.
Xavier varsity soccer: State champions!
March 1, 2023
Callie Ehmann preps her stance as she prepares for her official javelin throws. She loads her arm and is ready to launch.
Soaring through the past to set records for the future
Grace Montoya, Staff Writer • February 28, 2023
Scoreboard
“A Collage for Humanity” is a montage of different posters and artwork to describe humanity. This photo was taken to show how humanity has evolved over time and how the way life can truly be: beautiful and broken.
Pierian Spring wins national award for art, photography and poetry
Olivia Garcia, Staff Writer • February 24, 2023
Xavier students display their artwork in Steele, showcasing their hard work to be appreciated by the Xavier community. The cases highlight the unique ways that students interpret art and the different styles that they have.
Art as form of expression, therapy or friend
Kate Lum Lung, Staff Writer • February 24, 2023
Last year’s 2022 seniors walk the runway at the JW Marriot. The audience enjoyed watching the group dances as well as seeing the girls in their formal dresses.
Class of 2023 upcoming fashion show "blooms"
Ryan Young, Staff Writer • February 16, 2023
Lisa Zuba stands outside her office along the gated confines of Xavier’s soccer field. Zuba has transcended all confinements by the experiences she has encountered.
Author dwells among us
Kali Riddell, XPress Freelancer • March 1, 2023

As high school students, we all have dreamt of what the future holds. Some of us want to be doctors, others lawyers. Whether you want to be a...

The Alumnae Room in downstairs Founders Hall displays notable alumnae who have contributed to both the community and the school. Dr. Anna Burke’s photo is featured in the third row for her service to the community.
Successful Xavier alumnae talk about Xavier’s influence
Vivian Amoia, Staff Writer and Best of SNO award-winning writer • February 24, 2023

“Having outstanding and talented alumnae reflects positively on the school and encourages families to send their daughters to Xavier,” said...

On a February afternoon, one of many posters around Xavier College Preparatory commemorating Black History Month is seen hanging on a wall. These posters are made by We Are Xavier Club to honor African Americans.
How Black History Month is expressed at Xavier
Savannah Landrum Taylor, Staff Writer • February 16, 2023

Black History Month is a time to recognize the triumphs and the hardships of African Americans. It takes place from Feb. 1 until Mar. 1. Xavier...

Located in the Xavier College Preparatory neighborhood, Foto Forum is a store in Phoenix that specializes in everything camera-related. This iconic, central Phoenix shop has been providing camera-lovers with photo essentials for the past 51 years.
Past trends flash forward
Jane Burkhardt, Staff Writer • February 9, 2023

The common saying is, “out with the old and in with the new;” however, past trends have resurfaced due to rising popularity on social...