• 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

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The story of San Juan as told by its students

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Lucy Garibaldi

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer

Lucy Garibaldi is a sophomore at San Juan Hills High School and is excited to begin her first year on the newspaper staff. She is passionate about starting San Juan Hills High School’s first ever podcast! Outside of school, Lucy enjoys baking (and eating her creations!), shopping, spending time with friends and family, and being involved in her church community. Lucy hopes to attend the University of Tennessee and study elementary education after high school.

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Tatum Bolton (12) executes a battement, also known as a kick, holding on to her partner, Carson De Filippo (12), president of ASB. Bolton and De Fillippo performed a contemporary dance with intricate partner lifts to the song “Vienna” by Billy Joel.

Dancing With The Stallions

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer
May 7, 2024
School counselor Maureen Scherf talks with a parent during Open House. This event took place on March 28th in the upper quad, where family members of SJHHS students were able to meet with teachers and discuss the events of the school year.

[Photo] Stallion Roundup 3/25-4/12

Celeste Cariker, Claire Stafford
April 12, 2024
Tatum Bolton (12) performs the principal role of Indian temple dancer Nikiya in San Clemente Dance’s production of the ballet, La Bayadère, during her sophomore year. The ballet centers around the tragic love story of Nikiya and warrior Solor in ancient India.

On Pointe: Tatum Bolton Named Semifinalist for OC Artist of the Year

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024
C.C. Showers, Jacob Koclanis (12), and Jennie Mae Layman, Emery Thompson (10), attempt to rid mentally challenged Buddy Layman, Leo Perry (11), of his ringworm by washing his feet with warm water. Throughout the entirety of the play, the main characters try to relieve Buddy of his uncomfortable infection, but this task proves to be difficult as Buddy is unwilling to go anywhere near water after his own mother drowned.

“The Diviners” Takes The Stage

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer
March 11, 2024
Emma Gibson (12) and Grace Schlesinger (11), pose for a picture behind their booth for the Environmental Club and the FAM Club, representing Sweden.

[Photo] Stallion Roundup 2/12 – 3/1

Celeste Cariker, Sofia Bello
March 6, 2024
Link Leaders pose for a photo in front of the “Campus Tours” sign at the Stallion Showcase on February 3rd. Link Crew volunteers gave tours of the campus to incoming freshmen for the 2024-2025 school year.

Link Crew Returns to SJHHS

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer
February 10, 2024
The prequel to "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" is out and you don't want to miss it!

“Wonka” Movie: Sweet & Satisfying

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer
January 29, 2024
Eliza Walburger (10) winds up to throw the ball into the net. Girls varsity water polo played Trabuco Hills High School on January 18th and won the game, with the final score being 10-5.

[Photo] Stallion Roundup 1/15 -1/26

Sofia Bello and Celeste Cariker
January 26, 2024
These five movies are sure to get you into the holiday spirit! Grab a bucket of popcorn, a warm mug of hot chocolate, and settle in for a Christmas movie marathon.

Top 5 Holiday Movies You May Have Missed

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer
December 18, 2023
States across America are implementing a 4 day school week, with Friday (and in some cases Monday) off. This trend is becoming more and more popular as districts convert to a new schedule, hoping the benefits will outweigh the drawbacks.

Four Day School Week: Hot Temporary Trend or Here To Stay?

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer
December 15, 2023
Wadsworth, Liam Herd (10), discusses with the guests where the key to the safe, which contains all of the weapons Mr. Body gifts for each guest that night, should go. The guests gather around the butler, each offering their own idea of where the key should go.

[Photo] Clue: Murder Becomes the Game

Sofia Bello, Photo Editor
November 11, 2023
Aubrey Meis (9) strikes the tennis ball with her racket, launching it towards her opponent. The freshman has not lost a match yet while competing for the varsity tennis team. Playing tennis is not always easy. “I hit the ball with a lot of pace, but I could play players that don’t give off any pace or are more like moon balling, and I don’t do as well with that,” said Meis.

Freshman Shines on the Tennis Court

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer
October 14, 2023
Sheela Zimels poses for a photo at The Hive in San Clemente, proud of her newest work of pottery; a sunflower plate that she made as a gift for her grandma. The plate took 4 hours to make, not including the week that the greenware will spend in the kiln being fired.

Cashing In on COVID Creativity

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer
October 4, 2023
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