• 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

The Express
Sam Newman

Sam Newman, Co Editor-in-Chief

Sam is in her senior year at SJHHS and is excited to start her third year in newspaper as a Co Editor-in-Chief of The Express. She is the Academic Decathlon Captain, as well as involved with National Honor Society, Link Crew, Model United Nations, Key Club, and Interact Club.  Sam is a member of the varsity girls’ volleyball team as a middle blocker and has been playing on the high school team for four years. She enjoys spending her free time listening to music, watching movies, and going to the beach with friends.

All content by Sam Newman

Popping the Cherry of the Virginity Myth

Sam Newman, Co Editor-in-Chief
May 10, 2018
"A Quiet Place" Is A First For Horror

“A Quiet Place” Is A First For Horror

Sam Newman, Co Editor-in-Chief
April 23, 2018
An example of Manny Romero’s recent portrait of a girl named Sailor demonstrates his talent with a camera. The gift of a camera at age 9 from his father sparked an interest in photography, and for 39 years hes been a professional photographer in his free time.

Office Assistant Moonlights as Photographer

Sam Newman, Co Editor-in-Chief
December 20, 2017
Mr. Serrano is ecstatic to be back and teaching in his old classroom after taking a year sabbatical in Spain.

Serrano Returns From Spain

Sam Newman and Grace Aitken
September 20, 2017
'13 Reasons Why' Sparks Conversation

’13 Reasons Why’ Sparks Conversation

Sam Newman, Staff Writer
May 3, 2017
College Bound: Russel Tran Leaves for USC a Year Early

College Bound: Russel Tran Leaves for USC a Year Early

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
May 3, 2017
Hailey DePoto (12) and Becca Bogdonavic (12) star as cousins in the romance mystery Much Ado About Nothing. The Shakespearan language of the play challenged the Actors' Repertory class, but they smoothly and gracefully portrayed the characters to the audience of the Black Box Theater.

Much To Review

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
March 17, 2017
“What If Week” began on Monday January 13, starting off with the question, “What if bullying didn't exist?” Students were asked to wear blue and spread kindness throughout the day. Some students are seen in this photo, during lunch, expressing their kindness with companionship.

SJHHS’ First “What If Week”

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
February 22, 2017
SJHHS had 13 athletes eagerly sign letters of intent on National Signing Day on February 1st, introduced by Athletic Director Armando Gonzalez.

Student Athletes Sign Letters of Intent

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
February 1, 2017
Celina Gigliello and Charles Lindbergh play the baker and his wife, two kind souls hopeful for a child and determined to do anything, even the evil Witch’s bidding, to have one.

Students Win At CETA

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
January 20, 2017
Students from SJHHS attend an MUN Conference at CVHS where they represent countries and discuss global issues ranging from immigration to the zika virus. This school year, SJHHS has attended two conferences, and will continue in the 2017 school year.

MUN and AcaDeca Represent SJHHS Academics

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
December 9, 2016
Disney's Moana Makes Waves

Disney’s Moana Makes Waves

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
December 9, 2016

Debate Fact Check

Olivia Fu and Sam Newman
November 3, 2016
Construction in the parking lot near the C building started on Monday and is expected to be completed by next school year. A new building housing 24 classrooms will be added along with new parking spots.

Parking Problem Still A Problem

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
October 21, 2016
Construction over the summer lessened the parking space available to all SJHHS students. Recently built student parking lot still is unable to provide enough parking for students due to the construction still underway near the C and B buildings. Photo by Ethan Clarke

New Parking Spots Affect Junior Class

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
September 9, 2016
Head varsity coach Jessica Papell motivates and advises the varsity team in a pre-season match against JCHS. The team played three sets out of five and won in three. The varsity team starts season games in the South Coast League on September 22. Photo by Makayla Keelin

Girls Volleyball Program Starts Fresh

Sam Newman, Opinion Editor
September 9, 2016
Ketan Singh (12), class president, lobbies at a city council meeting to change the street name Vista Montana to Stallion Ridge. On Tuesday, May 17th the board voted to officially changed to the street name to Stallion Ridge. Photo by Olivia Farber

Vista Montana Changed to Stallion Ridge

Sam Newman, Staff Writer
May 18, 2016
Women Should Be Included in the Draft

Women Should Be Included in the Draft

Sam Newman, Staff Writer
April 1, 2016
Aleck Mardirossian, an Armenian, wrote an essay and submitted a publicity campaign idea to California legislators about the inclusion of the Armenian Genocide in California textbooks.

Legislators Ask Students to Help Rewrite History

Sam Newman, Staff Writer
April 1, 2016
Midfielder Taylor Austin (10) firmly stands her ground against San Clemente's Shay Heft (10) as she drives to goal, contributing towards the 12-10 win. The Stallions are headed into a great season, with a 9-1 overall record.

[Photo] SJHHS Girls Lacrosse Gets Their Big Shot

Abbey Bostic, Staff Writer
March 23, 2016

Trainer Micah Rehabilitates Injured Stallions

Sam Newman, Staff Writer
December 16, 2015
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