• Red Ribbon Week: Tobacco Use And Prevention Poster Contest 11/4
  • Voter Registration Drive 10/10 & 10/11
  • Ride For The Brand 10/15-10/16
  • Senior Advisement 9/23-10/11
  • Animal Farm Opening Night 10/23
  • AP Test Registration Now Open!
  • Parham and Zollinger Face Off in Area 2 Board Race
  • Senior registration August 5 (8:00 am to 11:00 am)
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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Discovered in late November by South African doctors, scientists suspect that the Omicron variant will soon become the dominant strain of coronavirus globally. Early research indicates that the variant may be one of the most infectious iterations of coronavirus to date.

What the Omicron Variant Means for the Future of the Pandemic

Anna Ho, Staff Writer • December 12, 2021

In an ideal world, “Omicron” would be the name of a supervillain in a Netflix B-Movie. Unfortunately, with the discovery of the Omicron variant in South Africa late November and the WHO subsequently...

Shannon Pho (12) debuts her “I Registered to Vote” sticker after filling out the forms and paperwork necessary. Anyone over the age of 16 can pre-register, and they will be automatically registered to vote in the first election after they turn 18.

Voter Registration Drive Increases Civic Engagement on Campus

Kaitlyn Kittredge, Feature Editor • November 18, 2021

With only 13% of 16 and 17 year olds in Orange County pre-registered to vote, and only 35.1% of 18 year old students in CUSD registered, students on campus from CUSD Against Racism have organized a voter...

In recent years, youth homelessness has been on the rise, especially in light of the COVID Pandemic. Through National Youth Homelessness Awareness Month, the hope is to lend support to those in need, especially during the holiday, as well as educate all on the importance of awareness.

Homelessness Affects 270 Students at San Juan Hills High School

Alyssa Morrone, Entertainment Editor • November 18, 2021

Across the nation, there is an issue that is often neglected but has only grown more pressing: youth homelessness. Frequently discussed as distant unpleasantry, it is an issue that may be closer to many...

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed a bill to stock free menstrual products in bathrooms of public schools for students grades 6-12. This law, which takes into effect next school year (2022-2023), hopes to combat “period poverty,” and ensure girls are comfortable at school.

SJHHS to Provide Free Menstrual Products for Students by Law

Nikki Iyer, News Editor • November 18, 2021

Schools are now required to stock their bathrooms with free menstrual products for use, following a law signed by Governor Newsom.  This law comes in response to a growing awareness about “period...

The month of October is Filipino American History Month. It has been designated this time of the year to honor the first Filipino American Immigrants, and was created to celebrate their stories and culture.

Filipino American History Month: A Celebration of Culture and Heritage

Alyssa Morrone, Entertainment Editor • October 28, 2021

After long travels filled with hardships and pain, the first Filipino families dock in the “land of opportunities” on October 1587, creating the foundation for generations to come of Filipino Americans. In...

Seniors Macy Loren and Kendall Rogers greet freshmen at the door with candy during the Trick or Treat event.

Stallion Start Up Greets Freshmen with a Treat

Sandhya Ganesan, Co-Editor-In-Chief • October 28, 2021

To facilitate school camaraderie, Stallion Startup commissioners organized a “Trick or Treat” social event for freshmen on campus. Stallion Startup commissioners are tasked with meeting very regularly...

School was noticeably quieter the day of the vaccine mandate protest. The vaccine mandate, which will go into effect later in the school year, requires all eligible students to receive the vaccines. While this mandate has many exceptions, students stayed home in protest, significantly reducing attendance.

The Vaccine Mandate Protest Behind Monday’s Increase in Unexcused Absences

Anna Ho, Staff Writer • October 21, 2021

On Monday, October 18, thousands of parents, students, and teachers across California refused to attend school to protest Governor Gavin Newsom’s new vaccine mandate announced earlier this month.  The...

Governor Gavin Newsom announces that schools will have to start requiring students to be vaccinated. The plan remains to take effect, and is garnering pushback from many who are vaccine hesitant.

Governor Announces Vaccine Mandate to Take Effect in California Schools

Sandhya Ganesan, Co-Editor-In-Cheif • October 18, 2021

California governor Gavin Newsom declared October 1 that California will enforce a vaccine mandate for school children ranging from grades 7-12. However, while the mandate moves towards a permanent integration...

A Red Cross Member holds box of donations for hospital delivery. Each drive marks a positive turning point for many patients in need, and the October 26th drive with CUSD is no exception to that goal.

The American Red Cross Teams with CUSD for Blood Drive

Eva Smedeby, Staff Writer • October 14, 2021

The non-profit organization American Red Cross dedicates countless hours to collecting blood donations for hospitals and its patients. Blood inventory, however, is at its lowest storage since 2015, and...

The Devious Licks challenge has swept across the nation, leading to significant disruption in schools. The challenge entails students stealing or vandalizing a certain area. Pictured, a garbage tin is dumped into the toilet, and red PowerAid is smeared across the scene.

“Devious Licks” Cause Chaos on Campus

Nikki Iyer, Staff Writer • October 14, 2021

The latest trend on TikTok, “Devious Licks”, has wreaked havoc on campus and the chaos isn’t over yet. The challenge started with a student filming a TikTok while stealing disposable masks from his...

Beach Officials, Declares Huntington Beach Oil Spill a State of Emergency

Sofia Bello, Staff Writer • October 14, 2021

A tragic oil spill off the coast of Southern California has left marine wildlife in danger and resulted in the closure of many beaches.  With 144,000 gallons of crude oil spilled, and 23 miles of coastline...

Administrators have been working on contact tracing since the return to school. However, members on campus have recently begun to question the accuracy of the tracking.

COVID-19 Protocol Effectiveness Begins to Raise Questions

Nikki Iyer, Staff Writer • October 14, 2021

When a person on campus tests positive for COVID-19, generally, the school will send out an email with an attached form notifying the SJHHS community that someone caught the virus. It will never state...

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