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The Student News Site of Bonita Vista High

the Crusader
The Student News Site of Bonita Vista High

the Crusader
Carlos Cartlidge

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager

I am a senior at Bonita Vista High School and this is my first year on the Crusader staff as a Podcast Manager. When I first heard about newspaper I thought of it as an outlet for my creative bursts of writing, hence why I joined. Since then, I’ve loved it from the beginning. Outside of newspapers, I am a part of Peer Counseling and plan to participate in a sport. 

Follow my Instagram @crusader.carlos


All content by Carlos Cartlidge
Boys Varsity Baseball batter for BVH Ty Vann (12) successfully hits the baseball. Vann exerts force into the swing to further launch the ball through the field.

[Photo] Barons fall to the Titans

Jayden Walls, Photographer
May 6, 2024
BVH Assistant Principal Secretary Jacqualine Hernandez works in her cubicle in the main office. Upon entering, Hernandez can be seen helping out with paperwork or greeting and assisting parents

Longtime Assistant Principal Secretary leaves BVH for promotion

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
May 6, 2024
BVH senior Sebastian Higuera-Rodelo is one of three seniors awarded the title of Salutatorian. Higuera-Rodelo is seen working in the BVH library after school.

Insight on academic excellence

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
April 21, 2024
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[Photo] The art of success

Delilah Bannister, Staff Writer
April 12, 2024
On Feb. 26, BVH senior and track athlete practiced with senior and track athlete Tyler Scott. The pair are doing sprints to warm-up for their practice.

Tracking his success

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
March 14, 2024
On Feb. 28, firefighter and paramedic, Taylor Nelson presented to the BVH Health Career Club about his line of work to educate those who may be interested in doing the same. Nelson shows students his father who inspired him to become a firefighter as he is a retired fire captain.

BVH Health Career Club welcomes a medical professional guest speaker

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
March 5, 2024
On Feb. 22 District Office Attorney Cheryl Sueing-Jones presented to students and parents at the Bonita Vista High Cafeteria. She speaks out to bring awareness about human trafficking in the San Diego community.

PTSA presented on human trafficking safety at BVH

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
February 29, 2024
On Jan. 31, students lineup in the ASB to get their tardies and absences cleared so that they are off the choices list, and can purchase their Baronial tickets. Baronial is the schools formal winter dance that many look forward to.

Losing old traditions

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
February 20, 2024
Bonita Vista High (BVH) sophomore and 126 pound wrestler Ivan Hernandez attacks his opponents leg in the hopes of getting a takedown. Hernandez would win his macth via points and add to BVH's growing score against Otay Ranch High.

Barons takedown the Mustangs

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
January 25, 2024
English 9, International Baccalaureate (IB) Literature and English Language Development teacher Raymond Chhan’s classroom features characters from the Japanese Manga series “One Piece.” This was created by his former students along with the various artworks displayed in his room.

Appreciating students talents

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
January 16, 2024
On Nov. 22, former athletic director and football coach for Bonita Vista High (BVH) Tyler Arciaga was appointed as a new BVH assistant principal (AP). While Arciaga is looking forward to taking on this new position he reflects on how big of a change this will be.

[Photo] Learning new principles

Sophia Calderon, News Copy Editor
December 8, 2023
On Nov. 29, the Bonita Vista High (BVH) boys' varsity soccer team played a home game against Vincent Memorial High (VMH). Aggression and competitive spirit imbued focus unto the players of both teams which ultimately led BVH to keep a high, flawless 5-0 score.

[Photo] Season kicks off with a victory

Delilah Bannister, Staff Writer
December 3, 2023
In the Bonita Vista High (BVH) stadium on Nov. 16, girls varsity flag football's offense prepares for the snap and carry out their play. BVH closes the first half leading 33-0 against Scripps Ranch High.

Lady barons tame the falcons

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
November 16, 2023
On Oct. 28, a conference was held in honor of Filipino Heritage Month by Otay Ranch High (ORH) with plenty of Filipino related activities and history throughout the event. At the event spoke David Alvarez a political candidate for Chula Vista representing the schools in the district, Alvarez spoke proudly for his support amongst Filipino heritage and culture.

[Photo] SUHSD keeps Filipino culture alive

Liam De La Fuente, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023
On Oct. 25, the Bonita Vista High (BVH) girls’ Field Hockey team played in a rivalry game against Eastlake High (ELH) while donning pink printed uniforms for Breast Cancer Awareness. These uniforms signify the support BVH has to communities helping fend off against breast cancer.

[Photo] Support in pink

Dani Fincher, Staff Writer
October 30, 2023
On Oct. 25, the Bonita Vista High (BVH) girls’ Field Hockey team face off against Eastlake High (ELH), a school in the district known for rivaling against BVH. This high octane game was fueled with the competitive spirit of old rivals facing off against each other.

[Photo] Senior night sadness

Cielo Muniz Sigala, News Editor
October 30, 2023
BVH automotive teacher Jose Leyva owns a Subaru that he modifies in his auto shop class. Car modification is a widespread niche hobby that Leyva is involved in and familiar with as he is seen working on his car.

Unconventional transportation

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
October 28, 2023
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[Photo] Swifties storm theaters to view Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour

Isabella Garcia, Editor-at-Large
October 26, 2023
On Sept. 15, Bonita Vista High (BVH) varsity football team wide receiver and senior Xavier Bravence (10) rushes the ball along the turf while surrounded by Mar Vista High opponents. Bravence makes a long trek through the field before scoring a touchdown for BVH.

[Photo] From recovery to receptions

Delilah Bannister, Staff Writer
October 24, 2023
On Oct. 14 BVH students work alongside staff to Beautify Bonita and complete tasks that range from raking leaves to trimming trees in hopes of providing a clean campus.

Clean up event hosted by teacher at Bonita Vista High

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
October 22, 2023
International Baccalaureate (IB) Spanish, Advanced Placement (AP) Spanish literature and World Languages teacher Lilia Meza's fifth period AP Spanish Literature class discuss the novel Don Quijote De La Mancha. This is the current Spanish novel they are reading in class.

Embracing the beauty of Hispanic culture

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
September 25, 2023
The Sweetwater Union High School District (SUHSD) decided that the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) was no longer mandatory for Bonita Vista High (BVH) students. However, students risk losing the benefits you can obtain from taking the PSAT.

The loss of multiple benefits

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
September 23, 2023
On Sept. 22, the Bonita Vista High (BVH) Amnesty Club gathered in a meeting to discuss club activities and goals. Hosted by Jose Vallejo, a teacher at BVH, the club focused on the protection and education of human rights.

[Photo] Making a stand for human rights

Lauralai Gilbert, News Editor
September 22, 2023
World Geography and IB DP Seminar Core teacher Cody Bett in charge of multiple clubs on campus including Quiz Bowl. He is seen teaching one of his geography classes.

Betting big on Quiz Bowl

Carlos Cartlidge, Podcast Manager
September 20, 2023
On Sept. 15, the Bonita Vista High (BVH) boys' Varsity Football team face off against Mar Vista High (MVH), a team that they lost against last season. Enraged with the results of last season's game, multiple BVH defenders are shown bringing down an MVH ball carrier.

[Photo] The Barons bloody the waters

Isaiah Benitez, Sports Editor
September 17, 2023
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