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The story of San Juan as told by its students

The Express

The story of San Juan as told by its students

The Express

The story of San Juan as told by its students

The Express

The students at the college and career advantage training center document and research each other. They work together as a part of the training to prepare them for working on real patients.

Career/Technical Ed Courses Jumpstart Student’s Careers

Iman Elkoustaf, Staff Writer December 6, 2024

After-school Career Technological Education classes such as Paramedics Course and Fire Science, kickstart student's future careers. These courses allow aspiring first responders to learn about the field...

Nick Stine sits down with Principal Abedzadeh inside the Mane Event's studio in F10. Students in Mane Event taped a special segment for their monthly newscast.

A Taste of “Hot Ones” Comes to Campus

Gabriella Bello, News Editor December 4, 2024

“The show with hot questions and even hotter wings.”  “Hot Ones,” presented by First We Feast, has grown into a well-known talk show, challenging celebrities to test their spice tolerance through...

Mental health struggles in youth is a huge problem. Many adolescents tend to bottle up their emotions and look to unhealthy solutions to their problems. Poor mental health can cause adolescents to struggle with their school work and grades, as well as impacting many other areas in their life. Because of this, going to therapy, asking for guidance, and having support is crucial for improving poor mental health.

The Power of Therapy: How Talking Can Transform Your Mind and Life

Audrey Tillotson, Staff Writer November 17, 2024

Approximately 13% of youth live with a serious mental health condition, and only about 20% get the treatment they need. “The biggest contributor to poor mental health is poor sleep habits. Teens need...

Books, Beats, Bandmates

Caoimhin Grothe-Brinton, Staff Writer November 14, 2024

Young musicians are not just making music, they are making a statement.  Through creative expression and collaboration, some SJHHS students are stepping into the hardcore punk scene.  “We try...

Leaving the dance room after rehearsing various routines, Amelia Mui (12) heads home to complete her school work, which she balances with dance training on a daily basis. “It can be stressful at times but planning ahead for the week and knowing if I have a certain rehearsal on a certain day, I learned to prioritize my time and manage it,” said Mui.

The Untold Life of a Studio Dancer

Rowan Noonan, Staff Writer November 8, 2024

The performance, the showcase, or the final display of a dancer's work sometimes conceals the late nights and rigorous training they endure to master their art form.  Many dancers are dedicated to...

 Student nail technician, Morgan Beaver (11) displays her newest set of nails. Beaver runs her own nail business where she creates gel-x nails similar to the ones she has on.

Nailing It: From Classroom to Salon

Iman Elkoustaf, Staff Writer November 4, 2024

People can pay anywhere between $30 to $80 before tips for a set of nails that realistically will only last for two weeks. With the cost of a good manicure or “full set” rising, some SJHHS students...

Posing with big smiles, liberal Elliot Ruvalcalba (12), moderate Ben Dart (12), and conservative Jason Studdert (12) positively coexist despite their differing political ideologies. Each of these students are among the few seniors who can vote in the upcoming election.

Q&A with One Liberal, Moderate, Conservative

Claire Stafford, Feature Editor November 3, 2024

Out of the 2665 students at SJHHS 125 of them are above the age of 18. These students have the opportunity to vote in the 2024 General Election. To understand the attitudes of these newly eligible voters,...

Babysitting is one of the most popular jobs for high school students. However, some teens are quick to disregard the risks of the job.

Sitting on the Edge: The Challenges of Babysitting

Sophia Roldan, Staff Writer October 20, 2024

According to kidsit around 66% of babysitters are 11-13 years old. These young teens are entrusted with the lives of kids not much younger than themselves. First-time sitters often believe babysitting...

Minors are often advertised harmful products by nicotine companies, who are looking to get the next generation hooked on addictive items, such as vapes and cigarettes. The average age for people who first use nicotine products is as young as 14 years old.

The Evolution of Nicotine

Cadence Henss, Staff Writer October 20, 2024

Due to nicotine companies' targeted marketing strategies, 516 million packs of cigarettes per year are being sold and consumed by minors.   Companies have been accused of using colorful packaging...

English and AVID teacher Janey Gidion has been teaching at SJHHS for 15 years. She is well-known for her outgoing personality and encouraging speeches, but what many students don't know is she underwent an organ transplant for her older sister Julie.

Janey Gidion Celebrates 20th “Kidneyversary”

Domenica Peloso, Opinion Editor October 18, 2024

Beloved English and AVID teacher Janey Gidion is one of SJHHS’ silent heroes. Although Gidion is best known for her exuberant energy and warm smile as an educator, her heart of gold far exceeds a classroom...

An arrangement of dresses from sophomore year to present day. Each dress took around one to two weeks to complete.

DIY Designer Riley Kutnyak

Brielle Lee, Staff Writer October 7, 2024

As homecoming season rolls around it's inevitable to see people have the same dress, but not for Riley Kutnyak. Riley Kutnyak is a senior at SJHHS, she has a clear talent in fashion design making all...

Beloved family pet, Katie, awaits in-home euthanasia. Katie’s family served her a last snack of her favorite food, bacon, before the procedure. “It was very dignified and painless for her. She was a member of our family for 14 years and had an amazing personality. She would bark everyday at 5:00 to let us know it was her dinner time.”

Students and Teacher Open Up About Grieving a Pet Loss

Rowan Noonan, Staff Writer October 7, 2024

Companion, family member, or best friend; pets create valuable bonds and make cherishable memories with their owners. Upon all the happiness and time spent to nurture and care for them, owners must also...

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