• Athletes Sign Letters of Intent This Week
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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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The story of San Juan as told by its students

The Express
Lucy Law

Lucy Law, Co Editor-in-Chief

Lucy is a senior at SJHHS and is excited to be returning for her third year for The Express as Co Editor-in-Chief. When she’s not writing, you can find her at the beach or hanging out with her friends. After graduation, she is looking forward to traveling to different countries and experiencing new cultures. She plans on becoming an elementary school teacher and hopes to have a positive effect on the future generations. Lucy enjoys coming up with unique stories on topics that keep people informed and entertained.

All content by Lucy Law
The CUSD Board voted 6-1 to approve the new California Healthy Youth Act Comprehensive Sexual Education curriculum for middle schools. One speaker, who opposed the move, felt so strongly that she purchased a carrot, cucumber, and banana to give examples of what children will use to sexually experiment if the new curriculum was adopted.

Middle School Health Curriculum Will Now Comply With CHYA

Lucy Law, Co-Editor in Chief
April 29, 2019
Long-term sub, Ms. Wallace, helps a student prepare and review for the student's next timed write. Ms. Wallace replace Ms. Cooper who left on maternity leave on March 18.

[Photo] Ms. Wallace

March 28, 2019
Ms. Starr reviews and grades classwork for her A.P. Literature, Honors English II, and English II students. The new Long-term sub, Ms. Starr, stood in to replace Ms. Klingbeil who left on maternity leave in February.

[Photo] Ms. Starr

March 28, 2019
The bleachers that normally hold SJHHS' students at football games, will now be used to hold parents watching their children receive their diplomas.

Why Graduation Was Moved to the Badlands

Lucy Law, Co-Editor in Chief
March 11, 2019
Students will now be able to say goodbye where it all started. Holding graduation in the Badlands will ultimately be more special for everyone.

[Photo] Graduating at the Badlands Isn't that Bad

March 11, 2019
Olivia Price and Sierra Young recently got admitted to Carnegie Mellon University, for technical theater, the best program in the country. Young designed sets and Price designed lighting for many Stallion Theater Company shows, and they look forward to continuing their education doing what they love.

[Photo] Students Accepted to Top University for Technical Theater

March 5, 2019
The Badlands is the stadium that holds the home football games, and is made up of two sides of bleachers. In the past, the Badlands has only hosted one graduation.

Graduation Will Now Be Held in the Badlands

Lucy Law, Co-Editor in Chief
February 14, 2019
LOOKING FOR THE RIGHT SHOT: Kimora Farry (11) looks around at her teammates as they set up a 6 on 5 offense. After passing the ball around, Lacey Hall (12) shoots a swift goal, contributing to the final score of 11-6.

[Photo] Girls Varsity Water Polo Scores Big in League

February 5, 2019
Sarah Hansen (10) pushes her dance partner into the front as she wakes up from her vivid dream.

[Photo] Winter Formal Pep Rally Slideshow

Claire Cone, Copy Editor
January 24, 2019
Lucy Law (12) speaks at the CUSD board meeting on Wednesday, November 14 to discuss ways they can improve sexual education in schools throughout Capistrano Unified School District.

CHYA Implementation Will Save Inclusive Sex Education

Lucy Law, Co-Editor in Chief
November 30, 2018
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Vice president, Ajay Bhatia, along with Co-President, Kiley Espinera, discusses future plans with the FPS club. They talk about the 12 hour run they will be hosting and who wants to volunteer. The club meets every Tuesday in room H205.

[Photo] Future Problem Solvers Club Wins International Competition

November 12, 2018
Daniel Tourn, an MPA Outreach and Recruitment Counselor from CSUF, assists students with their online college applications.

History tecaher, John Baker, holds one of the many posters that are all around teacher’s rooms at SJHHS. By stating that the teachers are unafraid to educate undocumented students, it is a hope that DACA recipients will feel comfortable and accepted at SJHHS.

Unafraid Educators Movement Continues to Grow

Lucy Law, Co Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2018
Students chosen by their third period classes gather to discuss the pros and cons of homecoming week.

ASB Creates New Student Senate To Gather Student Input

Lucy Law, Co Editor-In-Chief
October 25, 2018
There are many solutions to help avoid the long lines of traffic which flood the school in the mornings and afternoons.

Parent Drivers Create Chaos

Lucy Law, Co-Editor in Chief
October 2, 2018
Photo Illustration

Guidance Reinforces Schedule Change Rules

Lucy Law, Co Editor-in-Chief
September 13, 2018

Do I Look Slutty?

Lucy Law, Staff Writer
May 10, 2018
Senior Calum Moy plans to attend Cal State Long Beach in the fall. He will be studying mechanical engineering and hopes to help with the development of the Kurdish region in the future.

[Photo] Student Teaches Kurdish Military Officials to Swim

April 27, 2018
Students gather in Irvine California to participate in the national student walkout. Those involved in the rally promoted reform to gun legislation in the United States.

[Photo] April 20 National Student Walkout Promotes Gun Control

April 23, 2018
“I have a lot of relationships with underclassmen so hopefully they will use my attributes and wisdom in the following years” - Bri Rodriguez

[Photo] Stallion of the Year Nominees Race to the Finish

Riley Goodfellow, Editorial Editor
April 20, 2018
Roxy Amirazizi (12) scarred from seeing her date Darius Jackson (11) dead on the hood of the car. Amirazizi was in the car driven by Jacky Miller (12), who played the drunk driver. She sustained no significant injuries but broke down emotionally on the scene after seeing the injuries and bodies of her beloved friends.

[Photo] Every 15 Minutes: 2018

Kate Finman, News Editor
March 30, 2018
Community College Versus 4 Year University

Community College Versus 4 Year University

Lucy Law, A&E Editor
March 12, 2018
Pop Artists Reinvent Themselves with New Albums

Pop Artists Reinvent Themselves with New Albums

Lucy Law, A&E Editor
October 25, 2017
Nono's Knows Their Mexican

Nono’s Knows Their Mexican

Lucy Law and Claire Cone
September 20, 2017
Intermediate Dance played the part of the infamous storm troopers in this year’s Homecoming Pep-Rally.

[Photo] SJHHS Homecoming Week 2017

Kaden Brown, Photo Editor
September 17, 2017
Finally completed, the J building hallways and classrooms are immaculate and crisp, creating a refreshing learning environment for students.

[Photo] SJHHS Unveils the New J Building

September 20, 2017
The varsity cheerleaders motivate and encourage the crowd to cheer along at the Homecoming Pep Rally.

[Photo] Student Section and Cheerleaders Get FIRED UP!

September 20, 2017
Mr. Serrano is ecstatic to be back and teaching in his old classroom after taking a year sabbatical in Spain.

[Photo] Serrano Returns From Spain

September 20, 2017
Johanna Heavlin-Martinez teaches social science

[Photo] New Teachers on Campus

Juan Galindo, Dalton Flores, and Logan Chavez
September 20, 2017
Shake Shack vs. In N Out

Shake Shack vs. In N Out

Lucy Law, Staff Writer
May 19, 2017
Senior Danielle Satterwhite loses her chance to grab a chair as junior Teddy Conover steals the seat at the last second during musical chairs.

[Photo] Clash of the Classes: A Spirited Week in Photos

Kaden Brown, Staff Writer
March 26, 2017
Danielle Satterwhite, Roxanna Amirazizi, Teddy Conover score a seat in musical chairs as Brigham Hill sits on Cayden McCluskey’s lap in hopes of not being eliminated.

'The Bachelor' Season 21 Recap and Review

‘The Bachelor’ Season 21 Recap and Review

Lucy Law, Staff Writer
March 4, 2017
Lack of Toilet Seat Covers Explained

Lack of Toilet Seat Covers Explained

Lucy Law, Staff Writer
February 8, 2017
It's Time for Tampons to Strike Back

It’s Time for Tampons to Strike Back

Lucy Law, Staff Writer
February 3, 2017
SJHHS had 13 athletes eagerly sign letters of intent on National Signing Day on February 1st, introduced by Athletic Director Armando Gonzalez.

[Photo] Student Athletes Sign Letters of Intent

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
February 1, 2017

[Video] Winter Formal Theme: Grease

Jimmy Burns, Boys Sports Editor
December 9, 2016
Mr.Ushino accompanies the SJHHS Chamber Choir as they preform "Seasons of Love" from the musical Rent at the 1st Annual Performing Arts Gala.

A Gala to Remember

Lucy Law, Staff Writer
November 18, 2016
Varsity player, Reese Thomas, was focused and determined on returning the shot during her singles match against Aliso Viejo High School player on October 12th, 2016.

[Photo] Girl's Tennis Makes It Big in New League

October 21, 2016
Stanley (left) stands with the new mascot (right). The two, along with Teddy (not pictured), debuted at last friday’s football game. The two horses plan on creating routines to perform at school related events. Carson Marchello (Stanley) and Brianna Diiorio (Stella) were selected after a tryout in which they were taught two cheers and performed them. Photo by Lucy Law

[Photo] Meet the New Mascot

September 21, 2016

[Video] Street Name Change Affects Local Families

Amanda Rooker, Editor in Chief
September 16, 2016
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