Adrian Cardenas

Adrian Cardenas is an 18-year-old senior at Cajon High School in San Bernardino, California, with a strong passion for business and law. At 17, he interned at Darling Law Office in Riverside, CA, where he gained hands-on experience in estate planning, particularly the importance of living trusts. This experience fueled his ambition to pursue a career in the business and legal fields.

Beyond academics, Adrian is a dedicated leader in the E-Commerce Club at Cajon High School, where he was promoted from Sales Representative to Sales Manager. In this role, he oversees sales operations, financial stability, and outreach efforts, promoting student-made products to schools within the district. His top skills—reliability, attention to detail, and problem-solving—are reflected in his leadership and commitment to excellence.

Outside of school, Adrian values family, caring for his grandfather with Alzheimer’s, and enjoys exploring new places, playing soccer, and mountain biking. Committed to personal and professional growth, he actively seeks opportunities to expand his experience in business and law, embodying the principles of leadership, service, and scholarship that define the National Honor Society.