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The story of San Juan as told by its students

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The story of San Juan as told by its students

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The story of San Juan as told by its students

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Fall Fusion Dance Show

A visual recap of the talent, creativity, and star power showcased at this year’s Fall Fusion Dance Show.
Cadence Henss and Kate Kowalski • November 24, 2025
Cadence Henss
Izzy Allen (11) lifts her arms up as the spotlight casts a series of shadows on her silver costume. Harsh lighting produces a dramatic vibe for many of the performances in the dance show, which adds a level of depth into the dances.

Read more about the behind-the-scenes work that makes Winter Fusion Dance Show possible.

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Cadence Henss
Cadence Henss, Caption/Copy Editor
Cadence Henss is a junior at San Juan Hills High School, and is coming back for her second year on The Express as the Caption and Copy Editor. She’s looking forward to experimenting with photography, and writing a diverse range of stories this year on The Express. Cadence enjoys taking photos, volunteering for multiple organizations, listening to a wide range of music, and hanging out with friends in her spare time. Cadence is working towards her future career, and wants to major in journalism and minor in english when she leaves for college. 
Kate Kowalski
Kate Kowalski, Staff Writer
Kate Kowalski is a senior at San Juan Hills High School. As a first-time member of The Express newspaper, she’s excited to make an impact in her community by creating meaningful work and strengthening relationships with her classmates. Outside of The Express, she enjoys having Bible study with her friends and spending time with family. Kate has a passion for all the arts, but specifically in film as she has a newfound love for Studio Ghibli (Spirited Away, Howl’s Moving Castle) and Damien Chazelle (La La Land, Whiplash). Kate is a co-founder of SJHHS’s Made for More club and loves spending her evenings at Young Life events. 
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