Natalie Bravo’s journey: finding confidence through creativity and community

Written by Rochelle Schmidt When Natalie Bravo first signed up for the Miss Cardinal pageant, she wasn’t looking for a crown. She was looking for courage. Known by her friends and family as quiet and sometimes shy, Bravo saw the pageant as a chance to step outside her comfort zone.  “That’s why I wanted to do the pageant,” she said. “To be out of my … Continue reading Natalie Bravo’s journey: finding confidence through creativity and community

More than a crown: Valerie Barrera’s commitment to lifting others up

Written by Rochelle Schmidt When Valerie Barrera steps onto the cheer mat, she isn’t just performing a routine. She’s setting the tone for her team, carrying the responsibility of leadership on her shoulders. As captain, she knows eyes are on her,  especially when the pressure is highest.  “There’s always going to be people talking about you and saying this and that,” she said. “But at … Continue reading More than a crown: Valerie Barrera’s commitment to lifting others up

Breaking The Cycle: Teresa Vargas, first generation to graduate in family

Teresa Vargas shares her motivation for school, and feelings about being a first gen to graduate high school. Being the oldest sibling is an honor for her, and gives motive to graduate. She uses her determination towards school to help her succeed. Vargas is an energetic 12th grader running for Miss Cardinal. She remains resilient and determined to end this year strong.  “It is hard … Continue reading Breaking The Cycle: Teresa Vargas, first generation to graduate in family

Once a cardinal, always a cardinal: celebrating the class of 2025

The class of 2025 has embodied the spirit of the cardinal: bold and unforgettable. As the first group of freshmen to return to campus after distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, they stepped into high school ready to reclaim every experience they had missed. Over the past four years, they did just that, and more. From cheering under the Friday night lights and dancing the … Continue reading Once a cardinal, always a cardinal: celebrating the class of 2025

From laughter to learning: students recall the best times at school

Students at San Bernardino express their best moments at school throughout the 2024-25 school year.  Friendships:  The best moment is when I am with my friends doing drill after school. I liked it because I get to have fun and learn something new. – Roberto Moz Bautista, 10th Hanging out with friends and just chilling. Meeting some of my favorite people in classes that I … Continue reading From laughter to learning: students recall the best times at school

San Bernardino side hustlers

While most high school students spend their weekends catching up on sleep or binge-watching Netflix, others are balancing homework with store runs and computer time or their side hustle. At SBHS, an increasing number of students are turning their passions into paychecks and redefining what it means to be a teen entrepreneur. Ana Ramirez sells digital drawings and sketches. She offers bundles and singular sketches … Continue reading San Bernardino side hustlers

Crunch, melt, repeat: A chocolate chip walnut cookie definitely worth baking twice 

If you’re a fan of nuts and crunchy treats, these walnut cookies might just become your new favorite. I came across a TikTok from an account called @iramfoodstory, the recipe promised bakery-quality results, so I gave it a try and wow, they did not disappoint. The cookies had that ideal combo crispy around the edges with a soft, chewy center. The chopped walnuts gave a … Continue reading Crunch, melt, repeat: A chocolate chip walnut cookie definitely worth baking twice 

Classes students enjoyed around SBHS 

I asked students around SBHS about a class they enjoyed this year. I enjoyed talking to new people and getting to know a class they enjoyed this year and why. A popular class students enjoyed this year around SBHS was PE. Mr. Gomez – Biology I really enjoyed Mr.Gomez’s biology class because he was a good teacher. He was very understanding and I loved learning about … Continue reading Classes students enjoyed around SBHS