KVCR's Teen Weeks of Film

Aileen Galvez is a dedicated and high-achieving student at Middle College High School and San Bernardino Valley College. As a junior, she is on track to graduate next year with her high school diploma, two associate degrees, and pre-med qualifications. Aileen demonstrates an exceptional commitment to her community, having volunteered over 500 hours at Dignity Health Community Hospital in San Bernardino, where she serves as a team lead and assists in the surgical concierge department. She maintains a perfect 4.0 GPA at both institutions and proudly holds the position of top student in her class. In addition to her academic and volunteer work, Aileen is set to begin her Medical Assistant studies next year and plans to join the Air Force. Her leadership also extends to her participation in the school Honor Guard, reflecting her passion for service and excellence in all endeavors.

Andie Marie is a senior at Cajon High School and an International Baccalaureate student working toward receiving the IB diploma. Throughout high school, Andie has taken on many extracurricular roles alongside her rigorous studies, including stage managing and technical work for play productions; serving as president of a writing club and a community service club; acting as a student ambassador for the IB film program; and most prominently, serving as vice president of the film club.

Kevin Bustos is an American-born Hispanic currently attending Cajon High School in San Bernardino, California. As a sophomore, he has played violin in the orchestra for over four years, maintained straight A’s throughout high school, and co-founded a photography company with two other talented photographers who also attend Cajon.

Kevin aims to inspire others just as he has been inspired. He believes life isn’t just a journey traveled alone, but one shared with the people who accompany us along the way. By making memories and learning from experiences, he hopes to improve the lives of those around him.

Paulina Magallon Guerrero is a student at Summit High School with a deep passion for filmmaking. She aspires to become a documentary twof-filmmaker focused on important political and social issues. Her goal is to present facts honestly and avoid showing bias toward any political party. Having seen perspectives from both sides, Paulina understands how widespread misinformation can be—and that’s part of what drives her. She hopes her films will cut through the noise and encourage people to think critically.

Paulina believes storytelling holds the power to influence change, and she wants to use that power to help shape a better future for the nation. She knows that changing minds is one of the hardest things to do, but also one of the most important. Through her work, she aims to make a meaningful impact by promoting truth, understanding, and open dialogue.

Reign Andre Victorio is an 11th-grade TV Production student at Summit High School with a deep passion for documentary filmmaking. He began editing at the age of nine, developing strong post-production skills that support his creative vision. Reign is an active mentor in Summit’s TV Production mentorship program, where he helps younger students learn the fundamentals of filmmaking. His work has earned multiple local awards and finalist recognitions for short films across California. In 2024, he placed fourth in the SkillsUSA Television Production competition, showcasing his talent on a competitive stage. As a documentary producer, Reign is dedicated to telling powerful, authentic stories that resonate with audiences.

Sara Rosener is 18 years old and a recent graduate of Etiwanda High School, where she studied broadcast journalism for all four years. In her final year, she served as the Senior Producer and Director of the Eagle News Network bulletin, which aired twice a week, and helped revamp the ENN program into a full newscast. She also studied journalism at the Medill-Northwestern Journalism Institute and will attend Northwestern University in the fall as a journalism major. In her free time, Sara enjoys reading—her current favorite book is The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath.

Spencer Elledge is a senior at Redlands East Valley High School. He is the founder, president, and organizer of his school's film club and annual film festival. With nearly a decade of experience in video production, he has worked on numerous film sets. Spencer plans to major in Film, Television, and Media at San Bernardino Valley College and hopes to transfer to USC, UCLA, or Chapman University to continue his film education.

Victoria Figueroa is a 17-year-old junior from San Bernardino, currently attending Cajon High School. She is also enrolled in dual enrollment courses at Valley College, demonstrating her commitment to academic excellence and early college preparation.

In her sophomore year, Victoria earned the MVP title for her JV tennis team and advanced to the varsity team the following year. Among her many accomplishments, she takes particular pride in winning the Thrive Art Contest—earning a $1,000 prize—and in consistently maintaining a GPA of 4.0 or higher throughout her academic career. She has also received numerous academic awards and was recently accepted into the prestigious Youth Mental Health Academy.

Outside the classroom, Victoria serves as both the manager and social media coordinator for her high school’s tennis team, showcasing her leadership and communication skills.

With a passion for helping others, Victoria aspires to become a school counselor while also pursuing photography part-time. Through both counseling and creative storytelling, she hopes to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others.