The Student News Site of Bonita Vista High

the Crusader
The Student News Site of Bonita Vista High

the Crusader
The Student News Site of Bonita Vista High

the Crusader
All content by Destiny Avila Ramirez
BVH English 11 teacher, Gina Vattuone grades student papers and prepares for her upcoming period during lunch. Vattuone completes her last school year at BVH before becoming new head librarian at Mar Vista Academy Middle School.

[Photo] Ready to read

Valerie Torres, Managing Editor
May 20, 2024
BVH tennis doubles partners and senior Freddy Schiantarelli (left) and junior Ari Broudy (right) pose together for a photo after a series of matches on the court. The duo would qualify for the third round of the CIF tennis postseason, which is the farthest that any BVH doubles team has ever gone.

A dominant duo

Destiny Avila-Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
May 10, 2024
Danger to U.S. Department of Education

Danger to U.S. Department of Education

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-chief
May 10, 2024
Recent incidents call for reevaluations

Recent incidents call for reevaluations

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
April 19, 2024
BVH senior Saul Gonzalez is one of BVH's three salutatorians. Gonzalez is seen working in his first period, Human Anatomy and Physiology class.

Saul Gonzalez announced as one of BVHs Salutatorians

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2024
Wrapped up in time

Wrapped up in time

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
March 3, 2024
On Jan. 1, students near the quad and 200 building hide under the hallways as it provides cover from the pouring rain. In the recent week, multiple rainfall has been recorded causing flooding in San Diego and schools like Bonita Vista High (BVH).

Effects of the heavy downpour

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor in Chief
February 17, 2024
Staff Editorial

Staff Editorial

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-chief
February 9, 2024
On Jan. 16 , former JV football coach for Bonita Vista High (BVH), Jay Hernandez was appointed as the new BVH Head Coach. Hernandez looks forwards to taking on this new position and building a stronger football community.

[Photo] A step in the right direction

Lauralai Gilbert, News Editor
February 7, 2024
To the place of meadows

To the place of meadows

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-chief
January 31, 2024
Need for universal healthcare in the U.S.

Need for universal healthcare in the U.S.

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2024
A different perspective

A different perspective

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
December 15, 2023
On Nov. 29, Chula Vista's Chula Vista’s Environmental Services Manager Manuel Medrano presented the Single-Use Plastics ban draft to Youth for Sustainable Future and Green Team. The bill consisted of restrictions put on items like balloons, straws, bottled water and other plastic items that will be affected under this draft.

BVH students push for Single Plastics Ban

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
December 6, 2023
Teachers Say

Teachers Say

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
December 4, 2023
On Nov. 27, Standard level (Sl) and Higher level (Hl) taught by Drama and theater production teacher Rosamaria Sias works with her students on various assignments as the new IB theater teacher and happily embraces her role.

A dramatic addition

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
November 29, 2023
On Oct.26, Civil Engineering and Architecture teacher Beatriz Velosa prepares students for a roof model project in 902, her temporary classroom. Students sit shoulder to shoulder with other students discussing the project.

[Photo] A change of environment

Delilah Bannister, Staff Writer
November 6, 2023
Throughout the week of Oct. 23 BVH's Associated Student Body released "Drain the Lake" shirts for the upcoming BVH and Eastlake football game. ASB Vice President Malyna Castillo glimpses at the shirts tag sizes for fellow BVH customers

[Photo] ‘Drain the lake’

Cash Alexander, Features Copy Editor
October 27, 2023
On Oct. 21, the Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) hosted their annual Juried Youth exhibition where students art were featured. Senior Diego Graciano was featured with his art, "Mi Familia" with the help of Photography, AP 2D art and design teacher, Edwin Lim.

“Life is short, be creative”

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Cheif
October 26, 2023
The BVH band, Gentle Moon, released their EP on May 26th including of seniors Diego Landeros, Noah Kircher and Noah Keller. They continue to play and release music.

A creative outlet

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2023
On Oct.16 during lunch and in the Bolles theater, BVH Vocal Music Department presents music showcase to feature both the Music Machines and Sound Unlimited's performances.

[Photo] A preview to SCREAM

Delilah Bannister, Staff Writer
October 22, 2023
The fear of blood is a common occurrence for many people that may prevent them from certain activities. This is also the case for Destiny Ramirez.

All it takes is five minutes

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-chief
October 15, 2023
BVH is bringing more established and experienced teachers into the district. BVH principal Lee Romero explains how "as a principal, one of my responsibilities is to prepare and train our Assistant Principals to become directors or principals. Several teachers on campus are seeking positions as Assistant Principals." While this is a positive change for many staff members who may be moving up the ranks or relocating for a brighter and better future, gaps are left in the wake of these staff members.

Too many shoes to fill

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Madison Knudson, and Paula Pichay
October 8, 2023
On Sept. 21, International Baccalaureate (IB) seniors present to IB juniors with a prompt and three real life props to represent what their prompt means. IB Diploma candidate and senior Manuel Jurado uses a piano, a LEGO rocket ship and a physical copy of the movie Under the Same Moon.

IB program expands exhibition

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
September 22, 2023
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program senior Alexis Acosta sits with other IB senior students, Nicolette Luna, Grace De León and Cherise Magtoto at Bonita Vista High (BVH). The IB Diploma candidates discusses the IB program and the students involved this school year.

“IB for all”

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
September 22, 2023
IB Coordinator Jared Phelps discusses the optional PSAT and how it relates to the college admissions process to IB diploma candidate and junior Amy Prince as she plans the next step in her academic future.

[Photo] No longer a requirement

Aparri Tarpley, Sports Editor
September 22, 2023
Regional Assistant Director of Admission Anaissa Paúl presents to students that want to learn more about Whitter college. The presentation is held in Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Coordinator Jessica Vargas' room on Sep. 20 where her class and other students that signed up gather to learn more about Whitter college.

Photo Gallery: Whittier college visits BVH to encourage students

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2023
The influence of a lifetime

The influence of a lifetime

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
August 31, 2023
As students reflect on their summer such as a summer studying aboard in Japan. It is recognized how many once in a lifetime experience's are offered and how one has grown as a person.

The change in my reflection

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Editor-in-Chief
August 11, 2023
On April 19 at Bonita Vista High, International Baccalaureate coordinator Jared Phelps is talking to senior Cyan Schiele during lunch. Seniors who have a 4.2 GPA are eligible for a white gown.

A blue and white graduation

Destiny Avila Ramirez, News Editor
May 1, 2023
Amongst the winter sports that made it far into the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) competition was girls water polo. On March 2, Aparri Tarpley (5) shoots the ball into the net, scoring for Bonita Vista High (BVH) against Mar Vista High (MVH).

A season filled with success

Destiny Avila Ramirez, News Editor
March 30, 2023
Every year colleges accept students, mostly on their grades. It seems like citizenship grades are considered when they look at a students transcript.

Behaviors do not determine grades

Destiny Avila Ramirez, News Editor
March 13, 2023
On Feb. 21, BVH Autoshop teacher Jose Leyva instructed junior and autoshop student Rainer Moreno Guadaña how to torque a engine camshaft for proper operation. Autoshop students are taught with high quality equipment on real life repair situations.

New income to CTE programs

Destiny Avila Ramirez, News Editor
March 8, 2023
The International Baccalaureate (IB) wall stands tall on Bonita Vista High's (BVH) campus but is also seen defaced and covered with several types of vandalism done by BVH students.

[Photo] A change in perspective

Maddie Almodovar, Editor-in-Chief
February 10, 2023
At Bonita Vista High (BVH) in front of the ASB building snacks are sold during lunch. Sophmore Paulina Iniguez (left) buys Cheezits and a water while senior Noah Caballero and senior Steven Perez (right) assist her.

Snack at a higher price

Destiny Avila Ramirez, News Editor
February 10, 2023
On Feb. 9, Meisner points at the board as he explains the journal prompt of the day to his students. For this days prompt it was 'Can social media destroy or improve relationships? Explain'. Meisner gets inspiration from students' journal prompts from the sticky notes on the right side of the board to be inclusive of what students may find interest in writing about.

A time to express

Destiny Avila Ramirez, News Editor
February 9, 2023
At Bonita Vista High (BVH) on Jan. 26 during lunch in the Counseling Center, a National Guard Scholarship presentation was held. California Army National Guard Staff Sergeant Dante Burce and Lead Generator Zinnia Murillo talk to senior Giselle Geering about the different positions in the ROTC program.

National Guards presents an alternative path

Destiny Avila Ramirez, News Editor
January 30, 2023
In a poll of 609 students conducted by the Crusader, students were asked about their future after high school and their involvement in the military.

To serve and protect

Eiffel Sunga, Isabella Garcia, and Destiny Avila Ramirez
January 19, 2023
In room 809-A, Special-Ed teachers use their cooking appliances to keep the food warm up until the delivery to teachers who ordered. Only one staff member has a food handler card, making it possible to deliver on Tuesday's.

The tea on the Cafecito & Chisme cafe

Destiny Avila Ramirez, News Editor
December 30, 2022
On Nov 20. an Alice in Wonderland tea party was held, open to students and their families. Many characters were featured acting as those in Alice in Wonderland such as the Mad hatter and the Cheshire cat.

[Photo] A very “mad” tea party

Angelina Ruckman, Editor at large
December 16, 2022
Students group together outside their university after being accepted with the chance of using affirmative action in their application. Great diversity is seen in the student body.

[Photo] Supreme Court takes action

Cielo Muniz Sigala, Opinion Editor
December 11, 2022
Bonita Vista High girls' varsity volleyball Opposite Hitter Abby Topete (18) hits the ball towards the Pacific Ridge varsity girls' volleyball team. As the third set finishes, the crowd grows eager for a win on the road to CIF.

[Photo] BVH makes their way into the CIF Finals

Anissa Barajas, Opinion Copy Editor
November 29, 2022
Freshman Ella Roberts and Melissa Martinez Murillo (left to right) make posters for future fundraising events during a Pretty in Pink meeting. Meetings take place every Tuesday in room 206.

Pink Twist on BVH community

Destiny Avila Ramirez, News Editor
November 28, 2022
A young Diego Cruz (left) is seen entertaining party guests, contributing to his family business

The only way is up

Destiny Avila Ramirez, News Editor
November 3, 2022
Bonita Vista High P.E Course 1 Coach Randi Wittak holds close relationships with students enrolled in her P.E classes and brings casual conversation among students who are in need of her support in and outside the P.E locker rooms.

BVH P.E. coach takes a spin

Destiny Avila Ramirez and Mallory Lacsmana
October 6, 2022
A student walks into Bonita Vista High's 700s boys restroom. The 700s restroom is where the Crusader first received a report of racist and anti-semitic vandalism in the stalls.

Racist and anti-semitic vandalism persists

Eiffel Sunga and Destiny Avila Ramirez
October 2, 2022
On Sept. 1 Bonita Vista High Principal Roman Del Rosario, Ed.D announced his resignation in a heartfelt email to BVH staff. Beginning on Oct. 1 Del Rosario will be an Instructional Support Officer for the San Diego Unified School District.

[Photo] “Thank you for everything”

Eiffel Sunga, Editor-in-Chief
September 7, 2022
BooksheIf Graphic

[Photo] The separation of state and church prove to be beneficial

Elie Cajes, Features Copy Editor
August 6, 2022
Students are able to use menstrual products once they are made available in girls' restrooms. This creates a comfortable environment for those who need it.

A pivotal demand

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Arts & Culture Editor
May 21, 2022
Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Arts & Culture Editor
May 18, 2022
reply graphic color

[Photo] “Hello Ssangmundong”

Grace Na, Opinion Editor
July 16, 2022
Boba World Graphic

[Photo] The tea on boba

Eiffel Sunga, News Editor
May 7, 2022
Community College Graphic

[Photo] An alternate path

Isabella Garcia, Sports Copy Editor
May 8, 2022
Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Arts & Culture Editor
April 22, 2022
As a student checks to see her class ranking, she is motivated to receive a higher class rank. Class ranks allows her to figure out which percentile she is placed.

[Photo] Yes/ No: Should school rankings be used?

Yealin Lee and Angelina Ruckman
April 20, 2022
Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Arts and Culture Copy Editor
April 3, 2022
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In 2022, the representation of women grows as Women's History Month progresses. The celebration of Women's History Month is imperative to the progression of gender equality.

The importance of Women’s History Month

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Arts & Culture Copy Editor
March 15, 2022
Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Arts and Culture Copy Editor
March 11, 2022
Adrienne Marriott holds up her newest poster promoting her new Botany and Zoology class. These classes will be able to be taken in the 2022-2023 school years for the very first time.

New classes added to course selection for 2022-23 school year

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Arts & Culture Copy Editor
March 9, 2022
Bonita Vista High Schools JV Quiz bowl team awaits their question during a match. Missing a team member due to scheduling conflicts affects the teams ability to compete.

[Photo] The JV experience

Maddie Almodovar, Opinion Editor
March 10, 2022
Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Arts and Culture Copy Editor
February 19, 2022
On Feb. 3 at lunch, a U.S. Air Force member visits Bonita Vista High with the intent to recruit aspiring high schoolers. The Air Force member sets up his table with pamphlets and a sign-up sheet in the quad.

Students sign to serve

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Arts and Culture Copy Editor
February 13, 2022
IB English teacher, Speech and Debate and Newspaper advisor Eric Helle’s chair is vacant after the scheduled substitute teacher is canceled. Students were left with no in-person supervision.

Unfilled absences

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Copy Editor
January 29, 2022
Members of the Parent-Teacher Student Association gather around the table to discuss school events. Here, scholarships opportunities are offered and student concerns are addressed.

Backbone of BVH

Destiny Avila Ramirez, Arts & Cultures Copy Editor
December 10, 2021
Students have the benefit of monetary incentives while they work in the cafeteria.

[Photo] Education in the kitchen

Brandon Giles, Staff Artist
December 4, 2021
The accumulation of uneaten free lunches result in piles of food waste, contributing to the pollution around Bonita Vista High (BVH).

[Photo] Yes/No: Should schools provide free meals for students?

Grace Na and Stephanie Liang
November 3, 2021
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