The Catalyst selects its next editor in chief

Lily Henry, Staff Writer • 19 hours ago

Page Krensavage is selected to be the next EIC for the 2025-2026 school year

As the 2024-2025 school year comes to an end, The Catalyst has officially named its next Editor-in-Chief: Page Krensavage. With a passion for writing and a strong vision for the future of the newspaper, Krensavage is eager to take on the leadership role and make her mark on the publication.

“The aspect I’m most excited about is making this newspaper and every single issue like my own,” Krensavage explained. “And not only when I say that, I don’t mean like, it’s all my work, it’s all like, exactly how I want it…I want it to be more of a collaborative paper…and I’m excited to bring the stories to life.”

As a multi – year long member of the journalism program, Krensavage has seen firsthand how the paper has grown over the years. Now, she looks forward to guiding her peers through the creative process, helping them strengthen their writing, and fostering an environment of collaboration.

When she first received the news of her selection, Krensavage was both thrilled and surprised. “I was really, really excited, and I was a little shocked, because I know other people were running, and I knew there were so many factors going in,” she shared. “I was really excited and very honored that Mr. Rojos, Andie, and Lauren entrusted me with their paper, and trusted me to take care of it and help it grow.”

Krensavage’s dedication to journalism stems from more than just a love for writing. She views the paper as a crucial part of the school community and values the way it connects students and faculty.

“Journalism has been an amazing resource for me. It’s awesome to be more involved in the school… whether it’s just like the inside scoop of the school or getting to connect with other teachers and other students,” she explained. “I want other students to be able to have that opportunity to just get more involved in the school, get to know more people. As Editor-in-Chief, I know I can help facilitate that.”
Current editor in chief Andie Wong expresses her reasoning behind Krensavage as her choice to step into her role next year: “Page has a real passion for journalism, and she puts herself in a lot of leadership roles…I’m excited for what she has planned for the next school year.”

About the Contributors

Lily Henry, Opinion Co-Editor

Lily Henry is a senior at NDB and is the Opinion Co-Editor for The Catalyst. She joined the journalism club at the beginning of her junior year, and is very excited to further strengthen her voice and journalistic style through being a part of the journalism class this school year! At NDB, Lily participates on the varsity golf and swim teams, as well as serves on the school’s Key Club Board, and Ambassador Board. Outside of school, she enjoys hiking/trail running, concerts, and eating quality food with friends and family.

Robert Rojas, Adviser

Mr. Robert Rojas is a member of NDB’s English Department and, for the 2024-2025 school year, teaches English II Honors, AP English Literature, and Journalism I-II. He also advises the award-winning student newspaper “The Catalyst” and broadcast news show “Tiger TV” as well as coordinates the annual InterSession “SoCal College Trip.” He is also a CollegeBoard AP Reader for the AP English Language exam, having participated at the various reading sites and at-home since 2009 as well as having read for all three of the exam’s free response questions. He is a product of the Catholic school system from kindergarten to graduate school, graduating from Loyola Marymount University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and English with an emphasis in Writing (‘00) and a Master’s degree in Secondary Education with a teaching credential in English (‘04). In August 2024, he begins his eleventh year at NDB and, overall, his twenty-first year in education, having spent the first eleven years in public schools and the second eleven in a private school. He is a fan of pop culture, including Disney/Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars.