The Student Newspaper of Notre Dame High School

The Catalyst
The Student Newspaper of Notre Dame High School

The Catalyst
The Student Newspaper of Notre Dame High School

The Catalyst
Lauren Fitzgerald

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer

Lauren is a senior at Notre Dame. In addition to being a staff writer for NDB’s award-winning student newspaper, The Catalyst, Lauren is a member of ASB and the varsity tennis captain. Oftentimes, Lauren writes about local government and politics, the Notre Dame administrative team, and the tennis team.

All content by Lauren Fitzgerald
College rejections often discourage and dishearten students during the application process.

The college process is worse than it seems

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
May 24, 2023
Newly elected ASB officers pose after results were announced.

Student body elects ASB officers for 2023-2024 year

Francesca Arbelaez and Lauren Fitzgerald
May 24, 2023
May the Fourth be with You (Star Wars Day)

May the Fourth be with You (Star Wars Day)

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
May 24, 2023
Before the start of Aquacades, the 2022-2023 ASB posed for a picture with Director of Student Life and Leadership Alisia Bergholm.

Aquacades through an ASB officer’s perspective

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
May 24, 2023
Buckle up, NDB community. We need to drive safer.

Buckle up, NDB community. We need to drive safer.

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
March 28, 2023
InterSession: Close Up trip brings students to Washington, D.C.

InterSession: Close Up trip brings students to Washington, D.C.

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
March 28, 2023
Many seniors use the Common Application to send off their apps to schools.

Seniors finish college apps

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
February 9, 2023
Senior Monique Samson poses with sophomore Sofia Kwan after winning the game.

Soccer and Basketball seniors are celebrated at their Senior Nights

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
February 9, 2023
While people have taken shelter in response to major downpours, wildlife have enjoyed the extra rain.

Storms affect Bay Area

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
February 9, 2023
A student receives Communion at the All Saints' Day Mass.

NDB hosts All Saints’ Day Mass

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
Spotify users can see top songs and artists from 2022.

Spotify Wrapped released for users on November 30

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
December 9, 2022
Students search for the perfect gift, but also for the perfect price.

How to holiday shop on a budget

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
December 9, 2022
Tennis team comes together for a final team cheer before Senior Day.

NDB tennis season comes to a close

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
Female campaign staffers pose as they celebrate an Election Night victory.

More women should run for office

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
Five students entered their art work into the annual pumpkin carving contest.

Pumpkin carving kicks off Spirit Week competition

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
October 25, 2022
Students should consider community college because of its affordability and accessibility.

Community college becomes an increasingly better option

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
October 21, 2022
On October 10 and 11, NDB students participated in a school-wide mock election.

Mock election prepares seniors to vote in November midterms

Lauren Fitzgerald and Eva Nichter
October 21, 2022
ASB Spirit Director Zeina Zumot works on signs representing each of the Spirit Days to hang in the hallways.

NDB prepares for fall spirit events

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
October 21, 2022
Student loan debt takes a toll on borrowers, past, present, and future.

How does Biden’s student debt relief plan impact the Class of 2023?

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
September 23, 2022
Seniors begin the application process through portals, such as Common App.

College application season begins for seniors

Lauren Fitzgerald and Eva Nichter
September 23, 2022
Audrey Tang, ‘24 fights to win the point during her match in Clovis.

Varsity Tennis Goes to Clovis

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
September 23, 2022
Protesters in Central Park, San Mateo, gather in response to Roe v. Wade overturning.

Overturning of Roe v. Wade sparks community reflection

Lauren Fitzgerald, Staff Writer
September 23, 2022
NDB community members gather for the opening of the Father Downey Garden.

Community dedicates newly beautified Father Downey Garden

Molly Phan and Lauren Fitzgerald
August 14, 2022
Phoebe Bridgers' performing her concert from the audience's point of view.

[Photo] Phoebe Bridgers Concert 2021

Bella Topalian, Staff Writer
October 29, 2021
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