The Official Newspaper of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Official Newspaper of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Official Newspaper of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Official Newspaper of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Official Newspaper of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Official Newspaper of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
TRENDING STORIES
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Is ARTifical Intelligence the new norm?

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Xavier nuns outside school

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AI challenges humanity

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AI reshapes learning at Xavier

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AI is revolutionizing sports

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Xavier flag football team builds for future

NEWS
Girls learn to line dance at Robson Plaza at break. This was the final activity of homecoming spirit week at Xavier.
BRIDGE kicks off with Scootin’ Boot Line Dancing
Soledad Tumialan and Lauren Wiscombe • November 9, 2026
Water flows through the Arizona Canal on October 1 as the state continues to feel the setbacks of the region's ongoing water crisis. The background depicts a mellow mid-day blue sky overlooking the landscape.
Arizona experiences growing water shortage
Charlie Vance-Butler, Staff Writer • October 8, 2026
BRIDGE members gather at the iconic bell tower at Xavier College Preparatory on Friday, Oct. 2 during break. They are excited to embark on this new project.
BRIDGE balances Xavier expectations
Soledad Tumialan and Camila Sugich • October 8, 2026
Student-created posters hang in Dan Long’s Sounds of the Centuries classroom at Xavier College Preparatory. This class allows students to explore post-World War II American history and social change through music.
Xavier expands the classroom
Sophia Ramelb, Arts & Entertainment Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer • October 1, 2026
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Johannes Vermeer’s original painting “Girl with a Pearl Earring” sits side by side ChatGPT’s version behind a coded background. The rise of AI is taking away from human creativity and the intentions of art.
Is ARTifical Intelligence the new norm?
Sophia Ramelb, Arts & Entertainment Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer • November 5, 2026
Play posters for Disney’s “Frozen" and “Pride and Prejudice" are side by side. The plays are entirely different genres and require different approaches.
How Disney differs from classic play productions
Adut Bol, Staff Writer • October 12, 2026
How creative hobbies benefit mental health
How creative hobbies benefit mental health
Josie Zalle, Managing Editor and Best of SNO award-winning podcaster • October 1, 2026
Isa Earl Castillo ‘28 (left) and Maddie Medina ‘28 (right) converse in The Brophy Black Box Theater before a rehearsal for the “Pride and Prejudice” production. The students were participating in a team-building exercise to prepare for their upcoming performances.
Xavier brings women center stage
Samantha Santiago, Staff Writer • October 1, 2026
Xavier College Preparatory’s varsity golf team celebrates its 2026 state championship on Nov. 3, 2026, posing with its trophy and championship sign. The Gators secured the state title through strong performances, bringing home another championship.
Teamwork drives Xavier golf to 4th consecutive state title
Olivia Stanton, Staff Writer • November 6, 2026
The Xavier flag football team gets ready to defend a play in its game against Marana High on Oct. 26, 2026. The team is focused and determined to prevent a score.
AI is revolutionizing sports
Daisy Derryberry, Staff Writer • November 5, 2026
SPORTS
Xavier flag football adjusts to new season
Xavier flag football adjusts to new season
Josie Zalle, Managing Editor and Best of SNO award-winning podcaster • November 4, 2026
Wide receiver and defensive back Evie Maas ’29 waits for the ball to snap as the team prepares for one of its final plays of the night. Xavier’s flag football team played against Marana High School on Xavier’s Petznick field.
Xavier flag football team builds for future
Josie Williams, Staff Writer and Best of SNO award-winning writer • October 28, 2026
Coach Jarret Eaton announces his new student section idea, The Swamp, with Mia Elston ‘28 and Katelyn Swenson ‘28. The Swamp will promote a more energetic student section at Xavier games.
Xavier introduces The Swamp
Estella Bajoras, Staff Writer • October 8, 2026
Scoreboard
  • Xavier College Preparatory
    6th
    State Championship
    Nov 8 / Mountain Biking
  • Xavier College Preparatory
    1st
    State Championship
    Nov 7 / Swim & Dive
  • Xavier College Preparatory
    7
    Desert Vista
    28
    Nov 3 / Flag Football
  • Xavier College Preparatory
    3
    Desert Vista
    0
    Oct 30 / Volleyball (Varsity)
  • Xavier College Preparatory
    6
    Corona del Sol
    3
    Oct 30 / Badminton (Varsity)
  • Xavier College Preparatory
    21
    Sandra Day O'Conner
    34
    Oct 29 / Flag Football
Connect
Xavier student Sienna Stoll ‘29 uses ChatGPT, a generative AI tool, to study during theology class on November 5. Students use the technology as an additional resource to support learning.
AI reshapes learning at Xavier
Camila Sugich, Staff Writer • November 5, 2026
AI’s growing thirst
Bridget Edgell, Connect Editor • November 5, 2026
XPress evolves over years
Alison Steinmetz, Staff Writer • October 8, 2026
What Xavier students do after school
Ava Corona, Staff Writer • October 8, 2026
Faith In Action
Eucharistic minister Olivia Blanchard ‘27 gives communion to fellow Eucharsitic minister Bella Kedrowski ‘27 during the All Souls’ Day Mass on Monday, Nov. 2. The girls serve as demonstrations as to how Jesus uses human beings to be His instruments in celebrating Mass.
AI challenges humanity
Julia Pearson, Faith in Action Editor • November 5, 2026
Xavier nuns outside school
Josie Williams, Staff Writer • October 8, 2026
Sister Joan Fitzgerald, foundation of Xavier’s faith
Cadence Hardy, Staff Writer • October 1, 2026
Students embrace sacred role of Eucharistic ministers
Lauren Wiscombe, Staff Writer • September 24, 2026
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MULTIMEDIA
The swim team begins practice at the BCP pool by demonstrating proper form on the track stop block. They do this in preparation for the first swim meet of the season.
Xavier’s swim & dive team practices for success
Josie Zalle, Managing Editor and Best of SNO award-winning podcaster
A hand holds an open wallet filled with cash and cards. Managing different forms of money is a part of making everyday financial decisions.
How financial advice influences students’ spending habits
Bridget Edgell, Connect Editor
PodcastS
MEET THE STAFF
Amelia Ruppert
Amelia Ruppert
Staff Writer

Amelia Ruppert is a sophomore at Xavier College Prep. She is involved in Key Club, WAX Club, French Club,...

Lauren Wiscombe
Lauren Wiscombe
Staff Writer

Lauren Wiscombe is a junior at Xavier College Preparatory. She is involved in the XCP varsity track and...

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