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The image shows a young woman with long blonde hair sitting at a desk, smiling and laughing, with a chalkboard in the background displaying the text %22With her leading, we shall not tire.%22
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Cathedral High School proudly celebrates 50 Years of Women at Cathedral—a milestone honoring the strength, faith, and achievements of generations of women who have shaped our community.

Founded in 1918 as an all-boys Catholic high school in Holy Cross tradition, Cathedral has long been rich in history and tradition. The first classes were held on the second floor of Cathedral Grade School at 13th and Pennsylvania, before the school moved to 14th and Meridian Streets in downtown Indianapolis

In 1976, Cathedral opened its doors to young women for the first time, officially making the school co-ed.

Now, five decades later, we celebrate the courage and brilliance of those first young women—and the thousands who have followed—who have enriched Cathedral through their excellence in academics, arts, athletics, service, and faith.

Our year-and-a-half celebration honors these trailblazers while inspiring today’s students to continue their legacy. With faith as our guide and the spirit of Holy Cross leading the way, we move confidently into the next 50 years.

With her leading, we shall not tire!

 

celebrating 50 years of women at cathedral

 

Celebrating 50 Years of Women at Cathedral High School
 

History

Beginning with the first female trailblazers who enrolled in the fall of 1976, we want to pay tribute to the achievements of the young women who followed in their footsteps, and to recognize all members of the Cathedral community who shaped the Cathedral family.

Events

Throughout our celebration, Cathedral will host events to recognize and honor the women of Cathedral. All members of the Cathedral family are invited to attend.

Support

Your support ensures Cathedral remains the premiere Catholic school in Indianapolis. A gift of any amount can make a direct impact on a Cathedral student.

Students and Educators Start the Celebration

students with their special hats

Thanks to the generosity of Victoria Schneider '88 Temple, every woman at Cathedral was given a 1976 cap to kick-off the 50 Years of Women at Cathedral celebration.

Thank You To Our 50 Years Committee Members

members of the comitee

Committee members have been working tirelessly to plan events to celebrate and recognize the impactful women of Cathedral.

Kyle Cavan jewelry collection

Cathedral has partnered with Kyle Cavan to develop a stunning line of jewelry. Inspired by Cathedral High School's iconic symbols and traditions. Wherever you go, take it with you always!

 Visit the store to find the perfect gift for your Irish family.

The History of the Academies and Cathedral

The image presents a timeline of the history of Catholic women's education, highlighting the establishment of various schools and academies over the years.

From The Archives

Cathedral alumnae have submitted their favorite Cathedral photos to be showcased throughout our celebration of 50 Years of Cathedral women. 

Julie (McClellan) Sprinkle ‘95 and Jenny (Fernandes) Alerding ‘95 at graduation.

Julie McClellan '95 Sprinkle and Jenny Fernandes '95 Alerding at the 1995 graduation.

senior cookout in 2016

Senior TP Night with Caroline Price, Maggie Cloud, Claire Mahoney, Marie George, Frannie Timpe - Class of 2016.

students in the courtyard

Students creating memories in the courtyard. Submitted by Kennedy Miller '18.

seniors of the 2009 volleyball team pose with the trophy

Seniors of the 2009 volleyball team pose with the trophy,

2001 students hang out before school starts

Lynn Smith '01 Kinslow, Tiffany Stewart '01 McKinley, Erica Horton '01, Leah Reid '01 Carroll, Christina Grundy '01, and Susie Katerrega '01 Napier would all meet at the top of the stairs at our “spot” before school. 

2011 cheerleaders at a basketball game

2011 cheerleaders at a basketball game.

graduation

2016 Graduation with Maggie Cloud '16 and her mother, Maribeth Malarney '86 Cloud.

girls track team members pose for a picture before their race.

Girls track team members pose for a picture before their race.

Fall 2016 football game w Sydney Mencer and Maggie Cloud

Fall 2016 football game with Sydney Mencer '16 and Maggie Cloud '16.

volleyball players

Kathryn Treadway '10 Haughs and Christina Barra '09

2016 graduation day

2016 graduation day with (L to R) Alex Jackson, Katie O’Neil, Caitlin Elson, Sydney Mencer, Michaela Busch, Maggie Cloud, and Teresa Meyer.

2011 graduation

2011 graduation

girls in dresses before prom

prom 2016

Seniors having fun at senior retreat

Seniors having fun at senior retreat