• Cambria Graff Named Teacher of the Year at SJHHS: one of the most recognized performing arts teachers in all of Orange County
  • Pajama Drive Happening Now: Donate a pair of new pajamas, infant through adult, between now and December 13. Drop off in the front office or ASB.
  • Trading Post Has New Merch, Visit During Lunch
  • Senior Portrait Deadline Dec. 9: Schedule Through South Coast Photographic
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
Dalton Flores

Dalton Flores, Photo Editor

This will be Dalton’s third year writing for The Express, and this year he is Photo Editor. He is very eager to continue having fun and reporting the truth. Outside of the newspaper, Dalton is a Varsity Captain for Cross Country and Track. He is also a Link Crew Commissioner, and enjoys helping people in and outside of school. This is Dalton’s last year at SJHHS and he wants to make it the best year yet

All content by Dalton Flores
UCLA Signing Day

UCLA Signing Day

Dalton Flores, Photo Editor
May 9, 2019
Mental Health1-4

Mental Health1-2

Mental Health1

Mental Health

Students To Visit UCLA College Signing Day With Michelle Obama

Dalton Flores, Photo Editor
April 29, 2019
A chef at Zenko Sushi makes a California Roll and Crunch roll for a couple that came in as soon as they opened on Monday at 5:00 PM. They are typically open at 10:30-2:30 PM, and then reopen 5:00- 9:30 or 10 PM depending on the day of the week.

Touche Zenko Sushi

Dalton Flores, Photo Editor
March 14, 2019
Mr. McElroy conducts the full orchestra playing Dance of the Comedians and Hungarian March at their concert on March 12. The Full Orchestra performed at Segerstrom Hall and received unanimous superiors from the judges.

[Photo] A Week at SJHHS

Sandhya Ganesan, Feature Editor
March 14, 2019
At rehearsal, all the high schools participating in the performance mix together, creating a sense of unity when rehearsing.

[Photo] San Juan Hills Participates in District Honor Choir

April 29, 2019
Zenko Sushi

A cookie, forged in hellfire, devours the tartest of all the poppers with tenacity, that of which is only comparable to the dragons of fairy tales.

Comedic Take on High School Lunch

Dalton Flores, Staff Writer
February 14, 2019
The 2018-2019 Express staff wearing shirts that quote California Education Code 48907.

[Photo] About

November 12, 2009
The legal counsel of the Capistrano Unified School District, Stan Barankiewicz, gives a presentation on the four alternatives available for the construction of the extension of the SR-241. Barankiewicz points out inconsistencies, inaccuracies, and blatant information that has been withheld from the public such as the actual measurements and scaling labels in released graphics.

[Photo] School District Sues Agencies Over Proposed Toll Road Plans

February 5, 2019
Micah Award

With a Gucci belt, Calvin Klein shirt, and a flashy watch, Elliot MacAdam sits on the trunk of his black BMW 2015 428i coupe. With a 2.0 liter 4 cylinder engine, his BMW makes 240 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque. Equipped with launch control, it is able to do 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds.

MacAdam Making Money Moves

Dalton Flores, Photo Editor
January 17, 2019
This Silverado is far from stock. Bumper to bumper, Vanderbroek has fully customized everything you could ever think of.

The Mightiest Steed in the Parking Lot

Dalton Flores, Photo Editor
December 17, 2018
Which witch is which?

Which Dept. Had the Best Costumes? Click to See Slideshow.

Dalton Flores, Photo Editor
November 2, 2018
Nike Fumbles

Nike Fumbles

Dalton Flores, Photo Editor
October 25, 2018
Center Spread 4

[Photo] Student Who Has Had a Family Member Deported

October 25, 2018
An anonymous San Juan Hills alumni shares their experience in getting vaccinated in secret due to their parents fear and criticism towards the Covid-19 vaccine.

[Photo] Vaccinated in Secret

Cooper Aitken, Entertainment Editor
September 23, 2021
Center Spread 1

[Photo] Students Who Visit with Detainees

October 25, 2018
Julia Ransom, a senior cross country captain, will be featured in CNN10’s positive athlete segment, after being nominated by a peer. She was interviewed by CNN on October 11 at SJHHS for promoting both physical activity and adolescent mental health. Ransom started a non-profit organization called the James Henry Ransom Foundation with a mission “to raise awareness and money to support programs, organizations, research, facilities and families dealing with issues related to adolescent mental and behavioral health.” The JHRF will be hosting a 5k fundraiser on Saturday, November 3 at 8:00 in the morning at Oso Viejo Park.

Julia Ransom Recognized as CNN10’s “Positive Athletes”

Dalton Flores, Photo Editor
October 25, 2018
Mr. Kaiser

Future Leaders of SJHHS Elected

Future Leaders of SJHHS Elected

Dalton Flores, Clubs Editor
April 13, 2018
Students at SJHHS sign their letters of intent to colleges that have offered them scholarships to compete in their athletic programs.

[Photo] Stallions' Spring Signing a Success

March 12, 2018
Declan Hayworth speaks in front of the board to convince them to vote for solar panel construction on high schools in CUSD. Before winter break in December, CUSD unanimously voted in favor of the solar contract.

Funds in the Sun

Dalton Flores, Clubs Editor
February 2, 2018
Although this is not a real motorcycle, more students can ride to school because it will decrease traffic. Administration can issue passes to park in the motorcycle designated areas in the front lot.

BRAAAP For the Brand

Dalton Flores, Clubs Editor
October 26, 2017
Gabby Bellizzi, committed to UC Berkeley, passes the ball to team mate, Katie Lukes, committed to USD. The Stallions are undefeated league champions for the third year.

[Photo] Girls Volleyball Goes Undefeated Once Again

October 20, 2017
Erika Wiles (12) stands at the serving line, ready to start the play for a volleyball game. Volleyball started their season over summer and are undefeated league champions.

[Photo] Commitment and Stallion Athletics: Is it too Much?

Grace Aitken, Op-Ed Editor
October 20, 2017
The Stallions played Saddleback Valley Christian School in a non-league game on Friday the 22nd. Katie Lukes is pictured above serving the ball during the varsity game.

[Photo] Stallion Scoop #3: Girls Volleyball feat. Gabriella Bellizzi

Gavin Aitken and Tatum Federman
September 29, 2017
Habits To Avoid

Habits To Avoid

Dalton Flores, Clubs Editor
September 20, 2017

New Teachers on Campus

Juan Galindo, Dalton Flores, and Logan Chavez
September 20, 2017
Kyle Bengelsdorf hitting a huge jump during one of his motocross races. He races a 250cc dirt bike which has plenty of power to send him soaring through the air. Photo by Dalton Flores

Kyle Bengelsdorf Rides his Way Up to The Top

Dalton Flores, Clubs Editor
May 26, 2017
Brinley Hawkins (11) takes her first attempt at the long jump.

[Photo] Tracking the Field

Kaden Brown, Staff Writer
May 4, 2017
Gavin Fluegge goes off a jump and throws a whip through a bush at Waterworks in Rancho Santa Margarita. He has been biking for two years and now is sponsored by and rides for the Intense race team.

[Photo] Mountain Bikers Ride for the Brand

May 3, 2017
Gavin Fluegge goes off a jump and throws a whip through a bush at Waterworks in Rancho Santa Margarita. He has been biking for two years and now is sponsored by and rides for the Intense race team.

Mountain Bikers Ride for the Brand

Dalton Flores, Staff Writer
May 3, 2017
The Ukulele Club portrayed Hawaiian culture which the Ukulele derived from. Senior JonErik Moyles and others passed out tropical drinks for tickets.

[Photo] Multicultural Fair Slideshow

Kaden Brown, Staff Writer
March 3, 2017
The Ukulele Club portrayed Hawaiian culture which the Ukulele derived from. Senior JonErik Moyles and others passed out tropical drinks for tickets.

Among other performances at the fair, a traditional Polynesian dance was exhibited.

International Thespian Society represented the the country of Barbados, decorating their booth with tropical flowers and food.

Senior Caddy Aguirre-Stanton representing the French Club, passes out croissants and Nutella from the country of France.

Because of recent rain storms conditions at the dirt lot have become increasingly worse. Students without four-wheel drive have become stuck and even some with it. The area is owned by the LDS Church and parking there is not under SJHHS's ability to regulate, according to Darrin Jindra.

[Photo] Dirt to Mud: Parking at SJHHS

January 20, 2017
Mr. Lynde teaches his juniors/seniors in AP Art History class.

[Photo] SJHHS Has Highest Participation Rate in AP Classes

November 18, 2016
Two students are standing and saying the Pledge of Allegiance during class. Although many students stand during the daily pledge, there is no rule enforcing them to say it. Each student has the option to either stand or sit, say or not say, but many consider it common courtesy to stand regardless.

Standing for the Pledge of Alliegance

Alyssa Mitchell and Dalton Flores
October 18, 2016
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