Q&A with Miss Cardinal contestant: Alexandra Barrera

Alexandra Barrera, a senior at SBHS, is a contestant for the title of Miss Cardinal. Alexandra has a bright personality and a love for helping others. Her kindness is contagious and her leadership is evident to everybody who meets her. Jasmine Jacques: How did you get into doing ballet folklorico dancing? Alexandra Barrera: Well, I used to do dance like hip hop and things like … Continue reading Q&A with Miss Cardinal contestant: Alexandra Barrera

Q&A with Miss Cardinal contestant: Victoria Guerrero

Victoria Guerrero is the captain of the girls tennis team and is a musician, and likes to participate in the community. Daniel Arzaga: What are some key elements it takes to be a captain of a team? Victoria Guerrero: The team has to depend on you, they have to see that you are the role model and you have to set an example for the … Continue reading Q&A with Miss Cardinal contestant: Victoria Guerrero

Q&A with Miss Cardinal contestant: Angelina Waterson-Lopez

Angelina is a senior and she is part of the Mr. and Miss Cardinal Pageant. This Q&A is just a little about Angelina and the reason behind why she wanted to participate in the competition.  Angelina: Okay, so my name is Angelina Waters Lopez, but I go by Angie. Nobody calls me Angelina.  Juanita Soliz: Okay, What made you want to do this? AWL:  Originally … Continue reading Q&A with Miss Cardinal contestant: Angelina Waterson-Lopez

Different Christmas traditions you’ve probably never heard of

There are so many different Christmas traditions families celebrate. In California, the most common tradition is to make tamales and have a big family gathering on December 24th and the 25th. Another big one is that many families bake cookies and decorate gingerbread houses. You may be surprised when you hear about other traditions in other areas.  Here are some student traditions in SBHS. “We … Continue reading Different Christmas traditions you’ve probably never heard of

You’re not alone

A wellness center is an establishment that offers health services for the body and mind. The reason we need wellness centers is because people are struggling with suicide (12th leading death), depression (depressive disorder), trauma (emotional response), and need a place for people to feel safe and comfortable. These topics are really sensitive to talk about, but people are struggling and going through it everyday. … Continue reading You’re not alone

Expectations vs reality: underclassmen in high school

Growing up, we all saw glimpses of high school in the media. Movies like High School Musical, Grease, and so many others made us think of high school in a certain light, such as cliques, parties every weekend, and chaos unfolding left and right.  However, are these expectations true most of the time for anyone?  In order to find out, we asked people who are … Continue reading Expectations vs reality: underclassmen in high school

Time to reflect

It’s the end of the 2021-2022 school year. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors are preparing for their next grade level. (Un)fortunately for seniors, their high school years are coming to an end and they are venturing into the real world. These seniors had a four-year high school experience and they have something to tell. Cesar Arredondo is an athletic senior who ran Cross Country and Track … Continue reading Time to reflect

Alumni Feature: Mr. Jose Aguilar

Mr. Aguilar is a math teacher here at SBHS, and he sometimes DJ’s at school events. Before Mr. Aguilar started teaching here, he used to attend SBHS himself.  He used to be temporarily on the soccer team, and he was also a part of the Mecha Club, however you won’t find him in the yearbook because he unfortunately isn’t there.  How long have you been … Continue reading Alumni Feature: Mr. Jose Aguilar