Cardinal Spotlight

Jessica Martinez is an exceptional leader and teacher on our science team. As the science department chair, Mrs. Martinez is a strong supporter of campus initiatives, department advocate, and a voice for the student for the student body. Mrs. Martinez has proven to be an asset to SHS and our community.

Ariel Sanchez joined the Southside High School Police Explorers Post 8201 her sophomore year and was a strong leader then and ultimately earned the Police Explorer Chief rank her Senior year, while maintaining cheerleading, Varsity Soccer, her academics, attendance and employment outside of school. We are proud of Ariel for all her accomplishments. Sanchez also graduated with her Level II Security Officer Certificate.  Congratulations to you, Ariel Sanchez, for your leadership, dedication & commitment to the Southside High School Law Enforcement, Public Safety, Corrections & Security CTE Program & SHS Police Explorer Post 8201.  Your future looks BRIGHT! Keep soaring High! 

Coach Anna Soto has been an integral piece to providing support to our Seniors in virtual and making herself available at all hours to help them be successful.  We are grateful to her for her commitment to our students, not only throughout the year, but especially here at the end as we approached the finish line!

Ashley Zuniga is a young woman who never gives up. This year she worked extremely hard and was determined to graduate early to get started on her college goals. She is planning on becoming a nurse and she proves that if you have a dream, hard work, goal setting, and consistency is the way to one’s success. Ashley Zuniga is soaring to success!

King Torres is an exemplary young man. King joined Southside this fall. He came in like a hurricane strong willed and determined. He proved that hard work, commitment, and using consistent communication can really help to achieve goals. He remained committed to his education and achieved success. We are very proud of him and glad he graduated a Southside Cardinal.  

Ms. Susana De La Fuente works tirelessly to aid the success of our Southside HS students.  Ms. D works in the Virtual Lab and is always willing to provide support in any area of need.  Her commitment and dedication to the Southside Cardinal community is appreciated.  She helps at various sporting events and supports students not only in the classroom but also in their extracurricular activities.  Thank you Ms. De La Fuente for ALL you do.