• Urinetown Wins Cappies "Ensemble of the Year"
  • SJHHS Theatre Arts Wins Cappies "Play of the Year" for Animal Farm
  • "Every 15 Minutes": Held on April 22nd / 23rd.
  • Prom 2025 - "Top Gun" - Tickets on Sale Now in the ASB Office and Webstore. $95 w/ ASB Ticket and $105 w/o.
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NEWS
The graph represents the projected growth in fields for trade jobs from 2022-2032 according to Indeed. All of these professions give individuals the opportunity to earn a substantial salary without a college education.
Value in Skilled Trades
Victoria Hernandez, Staff Writer • May 28, 2025
“CUSD Cares Program” Introduced
“CUSD Cares Program” Introduced
May 28, 2025
Graduating Seniors and their families come together for the San Juan Hills High School award ceremony, where lucky students get awarded for their academic and moral excellence. Principal, Cina Abedzadeh awards Evan Lau for having the best grade point average in his senior class, Alexandra Easton, Trustees Lisa Zollinger and Gila Jones all clap and celebrate Lau’s success.
Mathew Cortes honored as the 2025 Stallion of the Year
May 28, 2025
The USC MIND logo reflects a movement of empowerment in mental health. It represents the clubs dedication to advancing research, awareness, and support for mental well-being.
USC Students Spark National Mental Health Movement with #SpeakYourMIND Challenge
May 23, 2025
The California State Seal of Civic Engagement is award for students who show excellence in civic education. Students who meet the requirements, will receive the seal on their high school diploma.
From Classroom to the Community: Students Earn Civic Honors
May 23, 2025
FEATURE
Organ donation is a vital process that can save or improve the lives of many people suffering from serious medical conditions. By choosing to become an organ donor, you offer others the chance to regain their health and live fuller, longer lives through the gift of transplantation.
Organ Donation: The Gift That Keeps on Giving
Gabriella Bello, News Editor • May 30, 2025

In the United States, another person is added to the transplant waiting list every eight minutes. Each day, 13 people lose their lives waiting for an organ transplant. But,...

More Than a Routine
May 28, 2025
English teacher Christy Bak-Boychuk has a spot on her whiteboard for her seniors and the college they’re attending. Presenting a photo of the students wearing their colleges’ merch with their college flag above it. In a way, Bak-Boychuk is promoting their hard work and deviation by having a section in her classroom dedicated to them.
How to Maximize Your Summer
May 23, 2025
There are both pros and cons for being on and off social media. In this graphic, the left represents the effects of being socially online, while on the right it represents being offline. Each life comes with its own challenges and positive outcomes.
Life On vs. Off Social Media
May 23, 2025
Timothy at 4-years-old. “In a way, I feel like I kind of looked up to Timothy. Honestly, he had a brilliant mind," said older brother Spencer Wilson. Photo courtesy of Teigue Thomas.
Remembering Timothy Wilson
May 21, 2025
SPORTS
TRENDING STORIES
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Recent studies have shown a stark decrease in literacy rates among younger generations. With the rise of artificial intelligence, several students have strayed away traditional forms of education—the most alarming being books.

The Decline of Literacy and the Rise of AI: Are We Losing the Ability to Think? • 163 Views

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New shopping district, River Street Marketplace, emerges in San Juan Capistrano including a variety of restaurants, shops, and much more. The new shopping district brings opportunities to the community, while also putting established businesses in danger.

Gentrification Becoming a New Reality in San Juan Capistrano • 60 Views

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Congressman Mike Levin of California’s 49th Congressional District spoke to constituents in the SJHHS theater on March 16. During the town hall meeting, Levin addressed a range of issues that impact his constituents. His office commented that while funding should remain stable for CTE programs through the fiscal year of 2025, there are concerns that these programs will need to be reauthorized by Congress or be cut.

Without a Reauthorization by Congress, CTE Funding Could End • 38 Views

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On April 9th, the Netflix docuseries, Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Influencing, was released. This docuseries included interviews with ex-members of Piper Rockelle's squad, where they accused Piper's mom, Tiffany Smith of sexual and verbal abuse. The left represents what the squad used to be, where the right conveys the recent struggles of battling trauma from Tiffany Smith.

Innocence Lost Through Influence: Piper Rockelle and Kidfluencing • 20 Views

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Preparing to swing, Nico Tasso (12) stays focused as the ball comes his way. Baseball players need helmets, cleats, bats, and mitts in order to be eligible to play the sport. Equipment costs can accumulate fast out of one’s paycheck, especially when players re-purchase broken or damaged gear.

Rising Sports Costs Sideline Talented High School Athletes • 16 Views

OPINION
Praised as one of the greatest films of all time by critics and audiences alike, Japanese director Akira Kurosawa’s Rashomon is just one of countless foreign films that have forever changed the landscape of the film industry. While such films may seem inaccessible to many at first due to the language barrier, they remain timeless and continue to be enjoyed by numerous viewers to this day.
Beyond the Subtitles: The Necessity of Foreign Films in America
Elliott Ruvalcaba, Staff Writer • May 23, 2025

On May 4, ironically a day movie fans around the world celebrate the Star Wars franchise, one heavily inspired by Japanese cinema, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social...

On April 9th, the Netflix docuseries, Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Influencing, was released. This docuseries included interviews with ex-members of Piper Rockelle's squad, where they accused Piper's mom, Tiffany Smith of sexual and verbal abuse. The left represents what the squad used to be, where the right conveys the recent struggles of battling trauma from Tiffany Smith.
Innocence Lost Through Influence: Piper Rockelle and Kidfluencing
May 21, 2025
Should P.E. be a High School Requirement?
Should P.E. be a High School Requirement?
March 14, 2025
Recent studies have shown a stark decrease in literacy rates among younger generations. With the rise of artificial intelligence, several students have strayed away traditional forms of education—the most alarming being books.
The Decline of Literacy and the Rise of AI: Are We Losing the Ability to Think?
February 28, 2025
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This elegant dance is performed in long lace dresses which adds a dramatic flare to the already spiritual dance. Siena Wells (10), Queanna Nguyen (11), and Audrey Chi (10) stand in their finishing poses as they look out into the audience.
Dance Show: Choreographer’s Ball
Cadence Henss, Staff Writer • May 28, 2025

Girls varsity lacrosse player, Chloe Villicana (12), fights for the ground ball after Corona Del Mar high school overturns the game possession. SJHHS Girls lacrosse team ultimately won the game with an ending score of 10-8.
Stallion Roundup 5/5 – 5/23
May 23, 2025
Honoring reader appreciation, the Express Staff hosted an ice cream event for students that downloaded and joined the Express app. The Student News Source App houses The Express newspaper, and is a quick and easy way to stay connected to school and current events within the community.
Stallion Roundup 4/14 – 5/2
May 7, 2025
Students Zain Abassi (12). Paul Freeman (11), and Wilder Doblie (11), smile together for lunch. Lunch break was an opportunity for all students to be together and engage in conversation with all at the event.
The Stallion Olympics Slideshow
April 4, 2025
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ESPAÑOL
Students approach Amy Neville in the gym after one of three assemblies conducted to warn about the dangers of fentanyl. Neville’s son, Alexander, died in 2020 of fentanyl poisoning. Fentanyl deaths have increased dramatically since 2013 when it accounted for 3% of drug deaths. Now it represents more than 50%.
Asamblea Educa Sobre los Problemas de la Muerte por Fentanilo
Lexi Odekirk, Staff Writer • November 17, 2022
Sophia Bojorquez (12), Daniel Fernandez y Señor Serrano posan con las banderas con las que ellos se identifican. Sophia y Daniel son Mexicanoamericanas y el Señor Serrano emigró de España cuando él tenía 23 años.
El Mes de la Herencia Hispana inspira la reflexión sobre las diferentes culturas
October 14, 2021
El Condado de Orange tiene un asombrosamente bajo porcentaje de registros de votantes jóvenes. Esto ha resultado en la gente preguntando sobre la eficacia de los curriculums del gobierno en las escuelas.
Porcentaje bajo en los registros de votantes jóvenes se resulta en un solicitud de registros
September 23, 2021
Los oficiales J. Duran (izquierda) y A. Jablonsky (derecha) visitan la sala de maestros de SJHHS para educar a los maestros y administradores escolares sobre a qué prestar atención cuando buscan posibles dispositivos de vapeo en el campus. Los oficiales trajeron muchos ejemplos para que el personal los examinara de cerca. Todos fueron herramientas de vape previamente confiscadas de escuelas secundarias públicas locales.
Taller Educa a Padres Sobre Peligros de Vapeo
March 6, 2020
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