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
Jaylen Gladney

Jaylen Gladney, A&C Editor

I am a senior at Bonita Vista High (BVH) and this is my third year on staff.  In previous years, I was working as a staff writer. This year, I am one of the Arts and Cultures Editors, who takes pride in writing for the Crusader. I joined the Crusader because I wanted to be informed of the events affecting BVH as well as informing the community about school events. Besides the Crusader, I am an avid reader and I also enjoy spending time outside with plants. My goal is to continue providing timely news and giving the community a platform to express themselves. 

Follow me on Instagram @jaylen.crusader

All content by Jaylen Gladney
On March 16, there was a quiz bowl competition held at the Bonita Vista High school (BVH) library between BVH and Castlepark. Szakovits can be seen giving a motivational speech for the Varsity quiz bowl team at the halfway point of the competition.

[Photo] Four out of five

Maddie Almodovar, editor in chief
April 5, 2023
Yes/No: Should Californians be obligated to compost?

Yes/No: Should Californians be obligated to compost?

Angelina Ruckman and Jaylen Gladney
March 16, 2023
Bonita Vista High (BVH) boy's varsity soccer team plays against Orange Glen High School on Feb. 15 at BVH's stadium. BVH huddles up before the game starts, encouraging each other to play hard.

Success on the biggest stage

Jaylen Gladney, A&C Copy Editor
March 8, 2023
2023 Task Force and Associated Student Body (ASB) officers have an emergency meeting in room 904 regarding the graduation location and times. 2023 Task Force Advisor Christina Ada leads the discussion and offers her input on the matter.

[Photo] Two for one graduation

Maddie Almodovar, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2023
The Supreme Court has recently passed a legislative law protecting same-sex marriage. This has granted a sense of relief for same-sex couples.

Legislation leads to liberation

Jaylen Gladney, A&C Copy Editor
January 23, 2023
The connection and crash on campus

The connection and crash on campus

Jaylen Gladney, A&C editor
December 5, 2022
Shoppers use plastic produce bags for their fruits and vegetables in the produce isle. Shopper Ruth Salinas can be seen using plastic produce bags as she always does when she shops.

[Photo] The produce aisle goes green

Amanda Cortes, Staff writer
November 18, 2022
On Oct. 19, 2022, the organization Red Cross held a blood drive in the gym at Bonita Vista High (BVH). Senior Isaac Romero can be seen donating blood to Red Cross.

[Photo] Strive to save lives

Amanda Cortes, Staff Writer
October 22, 2022
Stranger Things season four has recently been released with new plots. Max Mayfield (played by Sadie Sink) is lifted by Vecna in the upside down and has no control over her body.

Stranger Things Review

Jaylen Gladney, A&C Editor
October 17, 2022
AP environment earth science Botany and Zoology teacher Adrien Marriott is holding breaded dragon. This breaded dragon is something of a mascot for Marriott's class.

The dragon hidden among us

Jaylen Gladney and Antoinette Gilbert
October 16, 2022
The line to buy lunch during Bonita Vista High's lunch break can get lengthy. The long lines can make the 30 minute break feel insufficient for students to wait for their lunch.

Extended lunches are beneficial

Jaylen Gladney, A&C Editor
October 10, 2022
New players, new era

New players, new era

William Maywood and Jaylen Gladney
September 14, 2022
Cristina Hernandez presents one of her last lessons for her IB Math A&A class. Students worked on a Pear Deck for the first half of class where they were able to practice mathematical skills they learned the day prior.

Teacher by day, student by night

Jaylen Gladney, Staff Writer
July 19, 2022
Ketanji Brown Jackson is the first black woman to serve as a justice of the United States Supreme Court. Jackson’s adoption of the supreme court justice title is a significant achievement for people of color.

A step in the right direction

Jaylen Gladney, Staff Writer
May 31, 2022
Diversity in language classes allow students to learn new languages. As a result, students are more open to social opportunities, such as conversation internationally.

[Photo] Languages are necessary for communication with the world

Maddie Almodovar, Opinion Editor
May 11, 2022
As time passes, a day will come where BVH students will have to part with their families. Students should cherish the memories with their family members and spend quality time with them.

[Photo] Time with family is crucial

Grace Na, Opinion Editor
May 8, 2022
Scanned Documents (1)

BVH student Kristopher Belladeres’ red 2015 Mustang in the parking lot in front of the gym. It is one of the few cars from his fathers collection.

[Photo] Students drive to school in style

Gabriella Bomjardim, Photographer
April 15, 2022
Club Blue practices in the band room after school on March 15. Band Direc- tor Mark McCann conducts the students as they rehearse one of their songs.

[Photo] Section by chance, family by choice

Jose Solis, Podcast Manager
April 16, 2022
As light shines upon his forearm, sophomore Javier Escalante shows one of his tattoos. The tattoo depicts a money bag with wings. The tattoo is a homage for Escalante's friend.

Behind the ink

Jaylen Gladney, Staff Writer
February 6, 2022
BVH Robotics Team A poses for a picture after winning the Judges Award. The recognition is earned when the judges feel that the team chosen showed creativity and ingenuity despite hardships they faced.

The final match

Laurinne Eugenio and Jaylen Gladney
January 23, 2022
The Drama department's first musical, "Haphazardly Ever After," was initially canceled for the 2020-2021 school year and later postponed for the 2021-2022 school year.

Drama postpones first musical due to stay-at-home orders

Jaylen Gladney, Staff Writer
June 1, 2020
image (1)-converted-page-001

[Photo] Wear your mask

Melina Ramirez, News Editor
May 29, 2020
Sydney Belyk

One breath at a time

Luis Suarez and Jaylen Gladney
March 22, 2020
IB English HL1, English 9 Accelerated and Esports club advisor Raymond Chhan (right) plays Super Smash Bros with junior Dillan Busk (left). Students were receiving tips from BVH alumnus Georgina David (middle) who often visits campus to watch Chhan’s matches.

[Photo] Gaming in class

Marina Santana and Lilyanna Luna-Salazar
March 19, 2020
Students gather in the quad of Bonita Vista High (BVH) while others prepare to give a speech during sixth period on March 6. The walkout was organized against a district decision to eliminate 237 positions for the upcoming school year.

[Photo] Yes vs No: Are student protests effective?

Marcello Garbo and Alexa Vazquez
March 14, 2020
Forward and sophomore Diego Nunes (14) skates alongside an opposing player during the match. After the game, Nunes stated that he felt the BVH team played well.

[Photo] A seven point win on the rink

Efren Mendieta, Videographer
January 23, 2020
Load More Stories