During this time of the year, when we are busy and don't have a lot of money to spend, the following will help with gift giving. Gift Cards - In any denomination for a variety of stores and food businesses. Candles at Bath n Body $15 - There are so many scents to choose from to make any room or home smell sweet!   Waffle...

Juliana Pham was born on November 25th, 2002 in San Diego, California. She is currently a senior here at Hoover High School. She is the youngest of four siblings, two brothers and two sisters. Juliana can be described as a very charismatic and energetic person. Someone who can make your day light up just by talking to her. Some...

Luciela (Lu-Lu) Butler, is a 10th grade varsity girls’ basketball player who is going big this season. Lu-Lu and her squad are going for the CIF championship this year as their squad is tremendously strong. Lu-Lu has played great games this past week and has averaged 12 Points, 5 Rebounds, and 10 steals. These resulted in...

The Hoover Choir cluster performed at their second production of the school year last Wednesday the 11th. Guests arrived in droves for the young singers. Those who came early in the front rows were amused by sneak peeks of the songs, dancing included. Choir Director, Mr. Mark Gonzales, opened the night with a few words inspiring...

Rice, vegetables, chicken broth, and beans filled the JROTC building on Saturday, December 7th. JROTC Cadets transformed their archery range into a place where our neighbors can guarantee that their needs are met for the upcoming holidays. Hoover alumni joined the cause and generously donated 70 stuffed animals and clothing...

During my early teen years, my home and parents were no longer stable and it was heartbreaking seeing them fight and hearing them arguing constantly. It did lead to an ending were they no longer could adapt to seeing each other so my father left home and stayed somewhere else. One morning, I was eating cereal waiting for...

It is that time of the year where the exchange of gifts is the norm.  Though we wish to give people what they want, some Hoover Cardinals want to give more than what money can buy.   I would give back to the refugees - Sirr Mee “I would give people clothes because they like clothes and a hoodie” - Alexa...

In San Diego, champurrado makes its way into the hearts and souls of people young and old. One might see street vendors, selling the warm, pudding-like beverage out of orange Igloo containers and into steaming styrofoam cups. Mexican restaurants around the city also offer it into mugs often served with another holiday tradition,...

During the holiday season, music is one of the universal languages that appeal to many different people all over the world.  The following are modern takes on classic songs that will put anyone in the festive mood. 1) “ All I want for Christmas is You” Mariah Carey 2) “Last Christmas” Wham! 3) ”Fa La La” Justin...

During this time of year, the networks show many different movies and animated shows that reflect the holiday season.  If you're looking for something to watch during the holidays, here are some staff picks to warm the heart and add joy to this festive season.  Some are timeless classics, while others are more contemprary. Top...

One of the biggest shopping days of the year, where people’s favorite things go on sale, like electronics and toys, is called Black Friday which traditionally starts on the day after Thanksgiving.  However, people can actually start on Thanksgiving Day when some stores open at 6pm. People typically wait in line for about...

As most Hoover students know there is a brand new culinary building that is open for classes. There are new gas stoves and ovens, there is a future teacher cafe space and finally the professional kitchen that is used for Chef Luu’s class. For the classes right now, they don’t have all the supplies that they need for creating...