Holy Spirit High School senior Taylor Cartwright was recognized as the Catholic Star Herald’s Athlete of the Month for November 2025 after an outstanding football season. In November alone, Cartwright — a standout wide receiver — caught 28 passes for 397 yards and five touchdowns, including a two-touchdown, 144-yard performance that helped fuel the Spartans’ playoff success.

He finished his high school career with 74 receptions for 1,007 yards and 11 touchdowns, highlighted by a career-high 164 yards and a touchdown on Thanksgiving Day.

Originally featured in the Catholic Star Herald.
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Students in Holy Spirit High School’s AP Language and Composition class took part in a unique writing project that challenged them to analyze film through critical thinking and evidence-based argumentation.

As part of the assignment, students selected well-known films, including Home Alone, and crafted persuasive essays supporting their interpretations. The project was elevated by a classroom visit from Scott Rosenfelt, a producer of Home Alone, who shared behind-the-scenes insights into the filmmaking process and the craft of storytelling.

Rosenfelt’s visit helped students see the real-world relevance of strong writing skills, connecting classroom learning to creativity, professional communication, and future career paths. Faculty noted that the experience reinforced the value of writing as a lifelong skill while giving students an engaging and memorable learning opportunity.

Originally featured in the Catholic Star Herald.
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