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The Student News Site of Archbishop Riordan High School

The Crusader

The Student News Site of Archbishop Riordan High School

The Crusader

Teachers’ union representatives from left to right: Jackie Grealish, Grace
Ingersoll, and Cory Nelson gave a presentation encouraging a “yes” vote.
Teachers’ union votes to approve contract
May 17, 2025

On May 1–fittingly on May Day, which celebrates workers and their labor struggle–members of the teachers’ union voted overwhelmingly to approve the new contract. Negotiated by the Archdiocese, school administration,...

The front cover of the summer reading book, “Patron Saints of Nothing.”
Summer reading embarks on journey of faith, culture
Aarav Agrawal ’28, Staff Reporter • May 17, 2025

The summer reading book for 2025 is Randy Ribay’s “Patron Saints of Nothing,” which follows the story of Filipino American Jay Reguero’s eye-opening trip to the Philippines to discover the truth of his cousin’s...

Former teacher Michael McGarry poses with students before his retirement in 2023 due to his battle with ALS.
Riordan mourns loss of beloved McGarry
Aiden Pavon ’25, Managing Editor • May 17, 2025

On April 30, beloved former mathematics teacher Michael McGarry died from complications caused by ALS. In 2023, McGarry had to retire due to the worsening conditions of his ailment. McGarry taught at...

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Chrissy McGoldrick stands at the podium of her front office desk.
Gatekeeper greets guests with golden grin
Erin Quan ’26, Staff Reporter • May 17, 2025

Chrissy McGoldrick, Riordan’s main office receptionist, has been dedicated and passionate about her service to the community for three years. She is the bright, cheery spirit whose friendly face everyone sees when entering...

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Pope Leo XIV was elected to be the 267th head of the Catholic Church on May 8. He was born in Chicago, making him the first pope from the USA.
Holy smoke! Cardinals elect US pope
Vincent Douglas ’25 and Mark Gabancho ’26 May 15, 2025

In the early morning on April 21, Pope Francis fell into a stroke-induced coma and died. In the following weeks, the 266th head of the Catholic...

Students dance at the junior prom, held at the Irish Cultural Center on March 29.
Dances enhance school community
Vincent Douglas ’25, Religion Editor • April 25, 2025

Dances are an essential part of the high school experience. At least, they should be. Unfortunately, many Riordan students are troubled by the lack of school-sponsored dances in recent years. First,...

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A&E
Tyler, the Creator released his album "CHROMAKOPIA" on Oct. 28, 2024.
Following the release of his album, his world tour started on Feb. 4.
Fans feel ‘the light’ inside Tyler, the Creator’s world tour
Loghan Hwang ’27, Food Review Editor • April 20, 2025

Tyler, the Creator's highly anticipated album "CHROMAKOPIA" was released on Oct. 28, 2024. On only its second day of being released on global...

'I Know A Spot!'
‘I Know A Spot!’
Liam O'Connor '25, Sports Features Editor • April 23, 2025

San Francisco’s skate culture is deeply embedded in the city's identity, dating back to the 1980s when skaters transformed iconic landmarks...

The Duck Breast Panang was complimented by tangy curry and subtle spicy.
It’s time for Thai
Robert Bennett ’27, Staff Reporter • April 18, 2025
An arrangement of Thai dishes decorated with vibrant flowers.
It’s time for Thai
Loghan Hwang '27, Food Review Editor • April 18, 2025
Steamed tilapia covered with lime and cilantro with chili sauce on the side.
It’s time for Thai
Ishaan Gupta ‘26, Boys Sports Editor • April 18, 2025
Artists like Ray Charles and Etta James paved the way for Kendrick Lemar
and Beyonce to not only compete in the music industry, but to succeed.
The music industry is a notoriously difficult business, but many African
American artists have succeed by reinventing themselves and creating genres.
Melodies to Motown
Erin Quan ’26, Staff Reporter • March 5, 2025
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