2018-2019 Miss Cardinal Contestant 12: Marianela Vivar

Hard work, dedication and courage is something the Miss Cardinal contestants have in common. And now, as the Miss Cardinal Pageant nears, the tension increases and our contestants grow eager to see who wins the pageant and earns the crown. Marianela Vivar is no exception.  Before the festivities begin on Saturday, September 22, we chatted about her goals, achievements, and involvement across the school and … Continue reading 2018-2019 Miss Cardinal Contestant 12: Marianela Vivar

Farwell to 2017-2018 Cardinal Court

A year ago, Justin Mendoza was crowned Mr. Cardinal along with his court, Javier Molina, Jason Mendoza, and Nathan Hunter. Together, all of you experienced many happy and, at times, stressful moments as you carried out your duties; but when you reflect on the past year spent serving the crown, and think about all of those great memories that were made, the brotherhood created, and … Continue reading Farwell to 2017-2018 Cardinal Court

A New Era for Mr. Cardinal

  The annual Mr. Cardinal City Pageant took place at the beautiful Sturges Center of Performing Arts on Saturday, April 7, 2018 and after a thorough and highly competitive round of events, Alfonso Sanchez was crowned the new Mr. Cardinal! Of course, Alfonso cannot perform his duties without his court. The 2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Court is: Anthony Valencia, first runner-up; Omar Santana, second runner-up; and … Continue reading A New Era for Mr. Cardinal

2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 15: Roman Camarena

What prompted you to join Mr. Cardinal?  I wanted to get to know more people and help out the community. What is your favorite song and why do you like it so much?  “Last Christmas.” It makes me happy. 🙂 What movie are you most excited about seeing?  I’m actually not that into movies. I’d rather be active and playing tennis or soccer, or going … Continue reading 2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 15: Roman Camarena

2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 14: Jeremy Barrios

What is your all-time favorite movie?  I don’t have one. How about your top five? I think it would be: 5) Clockwork Orange by Stanley Kubrick, 4) Chinatown by Roman Polanski, 3) Blade Runner 2049, the new one, by Denis Villeneuve, 2) Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction, and 1) Quentin Tarantino’s Inglourious Basterds Are there any other movies that you would recommend to others? One that … Continue reading 2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 14: Jeremy Barrios

2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 13: Anthony Valencia

What has been your best high school experience so far?  My best high school experience? That’s quite difficult, but I have to say it’s the first day I got here because it’s the first day being in a new city and a new district. And just being by myself. What is something people don’t know about you?  There are a lot of things people don’t … Continue reading 2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 13: Anthony Valencia

2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 2: Alonzo Sanchez

How would you describe yourself?  I’d describe myself as spontaneous and random. Why did you join Mr. Cardinal?  I joined because I saw Jason lose and I was there to support him. I’m also competing because it’s a really good title and I want to know that I did something in this school. Plus, I need the scholarship. 🙂 What was your favorite event as … Continue reading 2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 2: Alonzo Sanchez

2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 12: Bryan Rosales

Why did you join Mr. Cardinal?  I joined because I wanted to prove to everyone else that I could actually do something because everyone makes fun of me for not actually doing anything. I want to get rid of the belief that I’m selfish. It makes me feel badly that they think that I’m selfish. What’s been your best high school experience so far?  My … Continue reading 2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 12: Bryan Rosales

2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 11: Benito Fregoso

What are three songs you’ve listened to recently? Why are they meaningful to you?  “War” by Edwin Starr, “Come and Get Your Love” by Redbone, and “Forever Young” by Alphaville. They provide a soothing and calm atmosphere for me when I do my homework and lay on my bed. In your bio, you mention that your favorite book is Red Rising by Pierce Brown. Why is … Continue reading 2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 11: Benito Fregoso

2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 8: Daniel Cadenas

What has been your best high school experience so far?  My best high school experience so far would be hanging with my friends, receiving new music, and just meeting new people… And just being encouraged to do stuff like the talent show and all that. What is your vision for SBHS’s future?  My vision of SBHS would be becoming a better school, since we’re getting … Continue reading 2018-2019 Mr. Cardinal Contestant 8: Daniel Cadenas