• The Vault: New Art Gallery Opening This Friday @ Lunch in Upper Quad by D and J Building!
  • Urinetown Musical This Week on Wednesday to Saturday - Buy Tickets on the SJHHS Theatre Arts Website!
  • OC National College Fair on February 16th!
  • Stallion Showcase - February 8! Mark Your Calenders!
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
Avery Koenig

Avery Koenig, Arts/Graphics Editor

Avery Koenig is a sophomore at San Juan Hills High School. This is her first year on The Express as well as the editor for Arts & Graphics. She is eager to indulge in the world of journalism and grow as a writer. Outside of school, she spends her time relishing in her favorite films and antiquing with friends. She is also very passionate about her love for literature and the arts. This year she hopes to broaden her horizons in the realm of journalism. 

All content by Avery Koenig
Sophmore Alyssa Darland, poses in front of her closet showcasing items bought sustainably. Not only selling, she purchases items and uses Depop as inspiration for her outfits. “Recycling clothing once it is no longer used is much better than just throwing it away,” says Darland.

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
Dancers Kate Hoskin (10), Renne Trice (10), Maggie Flores (10), Grace Ober (10), Alexa Delgado (10), Evelyn Velazquez (11), and Olivia Carrillo (11) practice for the upcoming showcase. Their dance tells the story of a robbery.

Dance Student Choreography Show Takes to “The Dark Side”

Avery Koenig, Arts/Graphics Editor
February 5, 2023
Rhino Rugby Academy player, Danica Snyder (11), competes against the Blue Bulls Rugby Union of Pretoria in South Africa. Snyder races to get the ball in a head-to-head rugby lineout.

Internationally Ranked Athlete Starts Girls Rugby Club

Avery Koenig, Arts/Graphics Editor
November 6, 2022
Seniors, Rachel Warren and Kent Lau, are named Finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Through this incredibly prestigious academic competition, they are eligible to win up to $2,500.

[Photo] Seniors Rachel Warner and Kent Lau Named Merit Scholarship Finalists

October 21, 2022
Student worker at Joe’s Italian Kitchen, Emma Gibson (11), smiles as she enjoys serving customers. Gibson loves making invaluable connections with her fellow student coworkers.

[Photo] Persistence Pays Off When Searching for Jobs

October 21, 2022
The OCTA bus stop located in San Juan Capistrano provides free transportation for students ages 6 to 18 through the “Youth Ride Free” bus pass. Although San Juan Hills students do not have access to a bus stop that takes them to campus, the OC youth pass, found in the guidance office, assists students in their search for free transportation.

Students can Ride the OC Bus for Free

Avery Koenig, Arts/Graphics Editor
October 6, 2022
Junior Homecoming Court nominees participate in a watermelon eating contest during Tuesday's lunch activity.

[Photo] Homecoming 2022 in Photos

Sydney Wolfe
October 2, 2022
SJHHS School Counselors visit 10th grade history classes to educate students on the importance of Suicide Prevention month.

Students and Teachers Come Together to Spread Awareness Regarding Suicide Prevention Month

Sofia Bello, Sydney Hogancamp, Avery Koenig, and Domenica Peloso
September 27, 2022
Load More Stories
Donate to The Express
$50
$800
Contributed
Our Goal