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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

The Express

The story of San Juan as told by its students

The Express

Doctor of Psychology Chantel Cortinovis speaks about various topics relating to mental health such as common things teenagers struggle with and different ways to deal with anxiety and depression. Dr. Cortinovis was a guest speaker during the “Mental Health Day '' seminar presented by SJHHS students in No Place for Hate.

Mental Health in the Unity Week Spotlight

Avery Koenig, Arts/Graphics Editor February 28, 2023

Unity Week kicked off  on Monday, February 27, with a special section centered around mental health, aiming to provide students with coping methods and spaces where they can talk about their struggles...

Looking north towards Orange County, a webcam captures the wintery landscape from atop Palomar Mountain in east San Diego County. The camera is placed at Boucher Hill, an active fire lookout during the fire season.

Another Cold Front Takes California by Storm

Braden LaClair, Staff Writer February 23, 2023

The groundhog was right. On February 2, 2023, Punxsutawny Phil emerged from its burrow and saw its shadow, indicating six more weeks of winter. Sure enough, Mother Nature delivered, walloping Southern...

Security Cameras capture video surveillance of the two suspects breaking in and stealing the Feed Barns beloved 3 parrots. They broke the store's front door glass and climbed in at 12:48 a.m on December 20, 2022. They left the scene one minute later at 12:49 a.m.

Rare Bird Theft Impacts Local Store

Madelyn Wapner, Staff Writer February 16, 2023

Rio got it wrong. The movie paints bird trafficking in a colorful way, but in reality, the birds would not receive that happy ending.  On Dec. 20 2022, The Feed Barn in Capistrano Beach lost three...

Fernanda Villalba works with sophomores in her Spanish Speakers II Class, a course designed for students who are already heavily experienced with the language. Villalba was recognized as the SJHHS 2023 Teacher of the Year.

Villalba Named Teacher of the Year

Gabriella Bello, Staff Writer February 16, 2023

Fernanda Villalba’s classroom represents her well - flags of different countries, posters of Spanish culture, and photos of her various travels. As an instructor, Villalba has a mission to foster inclusivity...

Rosa Hernandez (12) applied to Princeton University through Questbridge, a program for high achieving, low income students. Hernandez recently received her acceptance to Princeton and earned a full ride to attend.

Student Success: Rosa Hernandez Lands a Full Ride to Princeton

Nikki Iyer, Co Editor-in-Chief December 13, 2022

Theater rehearsal. BRIDGES and DIRHA meetings. AP classes. Working on the weekends.  “When I did have free time I’d always try to relax, because that was kind of rare for me,” said senior Rosa...

People of different gender identities come together to support each other for trans awareness week. This week both celebrates and advocates for the transgender community.

Transgender Awareness Week Allows Conversation

Carter Van Zanten, Sports Editor November 20, 2022

Each year, organizations and people from all around the world participate in Transgender Awareness Week to bring light and visibility to the transgender community. This includes bringing awareness to the...

Harry Styles’s talent draws in people from all around the world. Fans camped out for days prior to the show just to make it into “Harry’s House”.

Concrete Camping In ‘Style’ for Fans

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor November 17, 2022

Pop icon, Harry Styles, recently played 12 shows at the KIA Forum. Every show was sold out. Although ticket prices were high, considering seats in the nosebleeds were selling upwards of $200, fans say...

The shift from sunny to cloudy weather that comes along with changing seasons affects some in more ways than others. For many, this shift only invites seasonal depression to rear its ugly head.

Seasonal Changes are No Joke for People with Seasonal Depression

Domenica Peloso, A&E Editor November 17, 2022

The never-ending cycle of frigid, rainy, and sweltering weather that comes along with changing seasons can be more than just an inconvenience. For some, this cycle is not just a hindrance because of the...

Spanish teachers Fernanda Villalba and Lorena Sanchez mentor the No Place For Hate program here at SJHHS. NP4H is an anti-hate high school program through the ADL whose goal is to stop bias and bullying in order to create a positive community for students.

No Place For Hate Program Strives to Create a Safe Atmosphere in Schools

Gabriella Bello, Staff Writer October 26, 2022

With the increased emphasis surrounding people’s race, ethnic backgrounds, gender, religion, sexual orientation, etc., there is a need to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone in...

 Kicks to Give Club Members joining together for their first meeting of the year. Members donate soccer equipment and write cards for children in Africa.

Clubs Strive for Positive Impact in Community

Sydney Hogancamp and Blake Davenport October 25, 2022

This school year, San Juan Hills has nearly 300 clubs on campus. By joining clubs, students have the opportunity to be involved in the school community and meet people who have similar interests.  Of...

Entrepreneur Cruz Magee (12) pressure washes the roof of a local home in the community. Magee has turned a little neighborhood gig into a successful business, Triton Cleaning Services.

From Trash to Cash: Student Turns Neighborhood Gig Into Successful Business

Kaitlyn Kittredge, Co Editor-in-Chief October 21, 2022

Senior Cruz Magee has turned a neighborhood trash can cleaning gig into a successful pressure washing  and window cleaning business, cleaning local homes and businesses in the community.  Magee has...

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