Sylvia Mendez was born June 7, 1936, and grew up in Santa Ana, California. During her time in school Hispanics were sent to “Mexican schools” and were not allowed to go into “whites schools,” which prompted her parents to take action and together organized various sectors of the Hispanic community who filed a lawsuit...

At this year’s San Diego County Fair at Del Mar, Hoover’s yearbook, 2019 to the eXtreme, earned a first place ribbon for content and design, and for the third time, The Cardinal website wins first place and Best in Show.   “I was really happy we won first place,” expressed 2019 Editor-in-Chief, Violet...

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Cardinal will spotlight a prominent person who has contributed to society. Salma Hayek, a gorgeous influential Mexican American actress, director, producer, who’s looked upon by many fans and leaders around the world.  Hayek, 51, is an advocate for increasing awareness on violence...

Aneth Rizo is 17 years old and is graduating in the class of 2020. She is in the Academy of Health and Healthy Communities at Hoover High School. She wants to attend University of California Irvine or Point Loma Nazarene University and is planning on majoring in nursing. She likes helping other people and learning about the...

“If you take AP classes, colleges will see that you are capable of handling rigorous coursework and are more likely to accept you.” We’ve all heard it. Our counselors and teachers recommend AP classes. Generally, it is culturally accepted at Hoover High School that college is the path to success. There is nothing wrong...

Cardinals! It has been amazing reconnecting with you after the summer break!  It legitimately brings me so much joy to interact with you and support you along your journey towards success! I want to thank you for leading the way towards a positive start to our year.  You have created and sustained a positive, supportive,...

Hello Cardinals! My name is Cassandra Hernandez, and I’m your ASB President for the 19-20 school year. I’m joyous to be able to represent every single one of you in every decision taken. Yes, every single one of you, so if anything concerns you please let me know. My goal is to ensure that you have the best possible experience...

Hey everyone! I’m Wendy and for those that may not know me, I’m the class president of 2020.  Welcome back! I know it’s a little late to say that but that’s okay. On my agenda, I’m planning on giving you guys the best senior year by trying my best to unite our class as a whole. I would like to encourage all of you...

City Heights has always been a community for low income families. But recently, we see more middle class families finding housing here.  However with rent increases, low income families are being drawn out of their homes seeking lower rent or are moving into smaller homes. Some of them are even becoming homeless. I believe...

This Friday, May 17 from 5:30-7:30, students in the ALMA academy will be presenting their end-of-the-year culminating arts integration work, Life in the Heights, at the City Heights Performing Annex. Students will be showing student films and also student written drama scenes.  The Hoover Orchestra will be playing before...

Jasmine Gonzales ~ Staff Writer Many hispanic girls await the day they will celebrate their 15th birthday with a special event widely known as the "Quinceanera." A lot of planning and preparation goes into it, as well as a lot of money being spent to have it. It’s a ceremony of sorts to transition to becoming a woman. However,...