Arafa Abdallah is a sophomore in the AHHC academy at Hoover High School who has been determined on giving it her all on the volleyball court. Arafa has been playing volleyball and beach volleyball since middle school and had carried that passion for five years. With those five years of training she has gained a lot of opportunities...

Jordan Tran is a senior in the AHHC academy and has shown remarkable work throughout his badminton career. He has been playing badminton for all four years at Hoover High and has shown himself to be an amazing player. Outside of campus, Jordan continues to practice his badminton skills to better himself in the sport. He was...

Working out is important for many reasons which can include physical health, mental health, and long term quality of life. Regular exercise can help strengthen the heart and lungs which can make everyday activities easier. When you work out consistently, your body becomes more efficient at delivering oxygen and nutrients...

I would personally like to say that baking is one of my many love languages. The reason why I say this is because when I bake I usually do it with somebody in mind, whether that be a partner, friends, etc. Baking is also an outlet for me. When I bake it’s relaxing. I can just put on a good playlist and bake away.  When...

One of the best animated shows ever made is the tv show, Avatar: The Last Airbender. Even though it was originally made for kids, the series tells a deep and emotional story that people of age can enjoy. In my opinion, the show stands out because of its strong characters and meaningful lessons. The story follows Aang, the...

Everybody wants and needs money. But some people need it more than others. That’s why now, teens need to save their money to learn to manage it early in their lives. So that they can understand the value of money to the full extent. Sometimes, or always, they’ll have to go on budgets and they will have to put into account...

Studying has had a huge impact on my academics. When I study, I notice it has helped prepare me for exams, quizzes, and tests.  There’s many different techniques in studying. Most people study for presentations or exams. Many people use note cards and take notes to help remember the definitions and the concepts. Thirdly,...

Ellison Onizuka was an Asian American astronaut who had inspired millions of people through his achievements and determination. Onizuka was born on June 24, 1946 in Kealakekua, Hawaii, to Japanese American parents. Growing up as an Asian American during a time where there were fewer opportunities and representation for minorities...

Manny Jacinto is a Filipino-Canadian actor who is helping change the way Asians are seen in Hollywood. He's most known for playing Jason Mendoza in The Good Place, a character who’s funny, goofy, and purehearted. What makes this role very important is that it really goes against the stereotypes that Asians get stuck with in...

Throughout American history, many people have worked to make the country more fair and equal for different groups of people. Many of those people left a strong impact on future generations across the United States. Patsy Mink was an important person in American politics who helped fight for equal rights. She was born in 1927,...

Chien-Shiung Wu was an amazing scientist who made a huge difference in the field of physics. She was born in China in 1912 and later moved to the United States to continue her education. From a young age, she valued learning because her family strongly believed that girls should have the same educational opportunities as boys....

Getting a driver´s license is important to me because it represents independence, responsibility, and new opportunities.  As a teenager, I feel like getting a license is one of the first major steps to adulthood. Right now, I rely on my parents or friends for rides to school events, hangouts, sports, getting boba, or even...

Have you ever felt that something was missing from your outfit? I definitely have. The smallest pieces of jewelry can dramatically change your outfit, for the better. Even something as simple as a pair of earrings can make a person feel more confident and put together, as it does for me. For me, jewelry is more than just...

As I stand on the edge of graduation looking out at the future, I feel excited and scared at the same time. Because it makes me think about what peace means to me.  For a time peace was just a word I read in books or heard in prayers. Now that I am about to enter the real world I realize that peace is not just the absence...

Growing up, my culture has always been something so significant and important to me. As a Mexican-American daughter to two immigrant parents, the practices and beliefs that they have brought with them influence the way I am today, which shapes so many parts of my life. To me, culture defines who I identify as and it brings a...

Sleep is one of the most important things for teens because it affects everything in our everyday lives. Teenagers go through a lot mentally, physically, and emotionally, that's why we should be getting enough sleep. I’ve noticed that if I’m not getting enough sleep as much as I want I tend to get annoyed easily the next...

  I personally love the movie Up.  It’s so colorful, and it just feels so heartwarming. This Disney movie taught me that even in hard times, there's always gonna be someone there for you and how to appreciate the things you have in your life. I love how it shows from when he was little to when he got older, and he was...

Dr. Flossie Wong-Staal stands as an unsung hero whose work saved millions of lives. Born Yee Ching Wong in Guangzhou, China in 1947, she immigrated to Hong Kong with her family after the Communist Revolution. She moved to the U.S. for college, earning her PhD in molecular biology from UCLA in 1972. Adopting the name “Flossie”...

Music is a great way to calm yourself down and relax after a long, exhausting day, making you forget all your worries. After a rough day all you need is a good way to cope with your problems, and music being one of them.  As a 17 year old girl in today’s society, life can be hard and I know almost every teenager can agree...

In honor of Asian American Heritage month, someone whose multiracial ethnicities are often dismissed is Kamala Harris, coming from a South Asian descent on her mothers side.  Kamala Harris was born on October 20, 1964, in Oakland California. She is the daughter of two immigrants who come from India and Jamaica. As of today,...

In the 1980s people all around the world were really scared because of the AIDS epidemic. A lot of people were dying from it. At that time if you got diagnosed with HIV it was like a death sentence. Then Dr. David Ho, an American virologist came along and changed everything.  Dr. David Ho was very smart. Did not give up....

Hoover High School's range of diversity has brought a sense of adventure through each and every student that has walked through these gates. This is what motivated the 2025-2026 yearbook staff to land on this year's theme of Our Never Ending Journey.  Throughout the years, Cardinal Pride has meant more than just classrooms...

ASB student leaders organized a peaceful protest in support of the National Shutdown Take Action ICE Out Day. Students and staff who wanted to participate in the walk met at 2 pm in the stadium.  Students were told they would receive unexcused absences if they did not go to their period 4 class.  The march began at the...

Ms. Westfall Ms. Jane Westfall is a teacher at Hoover high school who teaches Health science careers, Biology, and is the new director of the AHHC Academy. When Ms. Westfall was younger, she fell in love with teaching and aspired to become a teacher when she grew up. As she grew and went into high school, she wasn’t...

Ms. Hollman Ms. Hollman was a first generation student, who was born and raised in San Diego, and most people don't know or believe that she is bilingual, but her first language is Spanish. Ms. Hollman wanted to become a counselor to be the support that she didn't have. She wanted to help students navigate high school,...