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

On the town: Christmas events

Although San Bernardino isn’t the most popular place to have big events, we still have them and December is full of them. The first event is WinterFest on December 3rd at San Bernardino Valley College. This event is free for anyone. Food will be provided as well as activities to have fun. The one next one takes place on the 6-7th of December; it’s a … Continue reading On the town: Christmas events

Best / Worst Christmas Stories

Christmas is the time of the year when family and friends gather together to celebrate and have a wonderful time, but that doesn’t always go as planned. Have you ever had such a bad Christmas? Maybe you have or maybe you haven’t, but some students here at San Bernardino High sure have! Ricardo Alcala Ricardo’s worst Christmas experience was last year when his dad got … Continue reading Best / Worst Christmas Stories

Five Fun Places for the Holidays

Christmas is a time when families gather around and spend quality time together. Those families need a perfect place to celebrate the holidays together. Here is a list of those places and maybe your family will be one of those families that spend time there.   1. Festival of Lights at The Mission Inn The Mission Inn’s Festival of Lights is a six-week long extravaganza … Continue reading Five Fun Places for the Holidays

Top 9 Holiday Movies for December

The Nightmare Before Christmas Jack, the Pumpkin King, finds a place called Christmastown. He is in awe with this change from his usual holiday, so he decides to kidnap Santa Claus and take over. While in control, things don’t go according to his plan. Home Alone A young boy is left alone by his family during their Christmas vacation. While home alone, he does a … Continue reading Top 9 Holiday Movies for December

Cardinal Staff’s Memorable Christmas Moments

Everyone has their own fun family Christmas stories, and they are all special and different in their own way. These stories from San Bernardino High School’s staff are interesting and entertaining. Most of these stories are funny, and there are one or two that are quite romantic. These stories demonstrate the variety of moments and experiences people can have on Christmas, some that changes their … Continue reading Cardinal Staff’s Memorable Christmas Moments

Rock the Bells Away

On Saturday December 9th, the San Bernardino YMCA put on their annual Christmas Children Parade where local businesses, elementary school cheerleaders, and high school bands rocked the morning away with traditional Christmas music and festive lights. Every child, old and young, were happy to welcome Santa Claus to our town. Our very own Cardinal City Band marched proudly, led by Drum Major Eduardo Negrete, Drum … Continue reading Rock the Bells Away