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
Sydney Wolfe

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor

Sydney is a senior at San Juan Hills entering her third year in The Express. When Sydney isn’t volunteering or playing tennis, you will most likely find her out and about taking photos or hanging out with her friends. She is very passionate about environmental causes and she devotes a lot of her time to both her non-profit organization One Ball at a Time and her recycle club in Rancho Mission Viejo. She is looking forward to her second year as a Photo Editor and is excited to continue to learn more about photojournalism!

All content by Sydney Wolfe
Constant worrying about appearances, attempts to match those around us and the ideas implanted through toxic gym culture are things most have experienced at least once in their lives.

Navigating Gym Culture Anxiety

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
May 4, 2023
Surrounded by dancers and colorful feathers, Billy Flynn, played by Jacob Koclainis (11), sings the song “All I Care About is Love” in the Stallion Theatre Company's teen-version production of Chicago. The Spring musical follows Roxie Heart, played by Peyton Kirkner (12), a murderer who tries to free herself after being convicted and sent to jail. Billy Flynn, Roxie's defense attorney, paints himself as considerate and thoughtful despite his underlying selfish and greedy motives. This number details Billy’s “only” motivation for being an attorney: his love of women. This proves to be a lie later in the show.

Stallion Theatre Company Lights up the Stage with Chicago

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
May 2, 2023
Minutes after the crash, a group of nearby students rush to the scene to see what had occurred. The students were also on their way to prom, but quickly became bystanders on the crash scene. After witnessing the injuries and deaths of their friends, who were victims of the crash, the students broke down and stood on the side of the scene, comforted by TIP (Trauma Intervention Programs) volunteers.

[Photo] Photo Gallery Remembering Every 15 Minutes

Sofia Bello, Photo Editor
May 9, 2023
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The race-conscious college admissions process has various pros and cons. The fear of racial stereotypes and inequity is prominent for many Asian applicants who may be under the impression that race is a determining factor in one’s admission. At the same time, a race-conscious admissions process is necessary to ensure diversity in a college's student body.

Deciding Ethnic Identity: a Tricky Decision for Asian Americans in College Apps

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
March 23, 2023
Sydney Peterson (11) goes up for a shot during the last 30 seconds of the first quarter of the game. Peterson scored 12 points in total for the Stallions.

[Photo] Girls Basketball Makes School History

Carter Van Zanten, Sports Editor
March 6, 2023
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.

[Photo] Mental Health in the Unity Week Spotlight

February 28, 2023
Outside of room J105, the Sponsor a Stallion club ran a Winter Formal Dress Drive where students were able to donate any kind of formal attire, including dresses, suits, shoes, makeup - all of which are gender inclusive. These donations could be picked up free of cost by any student. Sponsor a Stallion acknowledged the ongoing issue of high expenses spent on school dances, so they aimed to help out students in need of financial support.

School Dances Aren’t For Everyone – But They Can Be

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
February 16, 2023
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For the Winter Formal Pep Rally, dance coach Kristine Calder’s interpretation of the theme “Winter in Paris” followed the story of a girl who gets stood up at the altar and goes on a solo honeymoon trip to Paris with the help of her friends. After the opera ballet, the girl meets someone in the park and the two instantly fall in love. Sparks fly between the two characters as “snow” falls in the air around them, bringing the production to a close.

“A Winter in Paris” Captured in Photos

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
January 27, 2023
The Stallion football team charges onto the field followed by a trail of red, white, and blue smoke, kicking off their second game in the CIF Playoffs.

Stallion Football: 2022 Season Recap

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
November 30, 2022

Film is Evergreen

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
November 17, 2022
Seniors Madi Northway, Kira Burke, Amanda Reeves, Mari Beck, Chloe Fisher, and Sydney Wolfe receive flowers after their last league game against Tesoro.

[Photo] More Than Just a Team, Girls Tennis Credits Success To Their Family Bond

November 17, 2022
A Cal Berkeley representative speaks to Jack Perez (12) about which students best represent their university. The CUSD college fair took place on October 3rd at San Juan Hills High School and consisted of booths from over 100 colleges and universities.

CUSD and Futureology Host College Events for Seniors

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
October 6, 2022
One Ball at A TIme founder Sydney Wolfe (12) stands with Samaritan’s Purse coordinators and co-founder Anna Petrescu in front of boxes of balls to be donated. In this donation, they donated nearly 3,500 balls to Samaritan's Purse which will be gifted to children around the world in shoe boxes containing materials such as toys and school supplies.

[Photo] Tennis Non-Profit Organization Reduces Environmental Waste

October 6, 2022
ASB President Lindsey Gattis (12) and Vice President Jacob Verde (12) were crowned as Homecoming Queen and King during the Halftime Show at the Homecoming football game.

Homecoming 2022 in Photos

Sydney Wolfe
October 2, 2022
Brock Purnell (12) and Shawn Jahangiri (12) recently created Refugee Connection, a website that offers direct assistance to refugees around the world and provides them with a safe way of integrating into the country.

Students Develop Website to Help Refugees Locate Shelter

Gabriella Bello, Sydney Wolfe, Maureen Pike, and Mia Tickell
September 18, 2022
After signing their National Letters of Intent in the fall, officially committing to various colleges, many seniors are set to advance to the collegiate level and continue their athletic careers into the next chapter of their lives.

Student-Athletes Further Their Athletic Careers Into College

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
April 24, 2022
88rising, the first label company to land an official performance slot at Coachella, dominated the first weekend of the festival with several history-making performances. One of the most notable performances featured South Korean soloist CL who reunited with her group 2NE1 in a suprise performance at the end of the show (pictured above).

Asian Acts Make History at Coachella

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
April 22, 2022
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill which states that “classroom instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity may not occur in kindergarten through grade 3 or in a manner that is not age-appropriate” for public school students.

Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” Bill is a Step Backwards in History

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
April 3, 2022
The team celebrates as they score a point during their season game. With an over-arching record this season unlike another, they have have much to be celebrate.

[Photo] Boys Basketball Finishes Best Season In the Team's History

March 14, 2022
The Supreme Court of California has decided that the University of California Berkeley must freeze current student enrollment at the levels that had been established during the 2020-21 school year amidst the pandemic. The ruling will have devastating effects on the university and has created uncertainty about the future for current and prospective students.

California Supreme Court Orders UC Berkeley to Freeze Student Enrollment

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
March 13, 2022

Mask Mandates Are Not an Infringement on Your Liberties

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
February 17, 2022
After placing in the top 8 at the state competition in Bakersfield, both San Juan Hills Virtual Enterprise teams have secured spots for the national competition held in New York this spring.

Virtual Enterprise Wins State, Off to NYC

Sydney Wolfe
February 9, 2022
Varsity team captain, Mark Reichner (12), scores a point in their January 28 game against El Toro. San Juan won 70-51, in an impressive senior night. This win followed a streak of victories for the varsity boys basketball team, who have been unstoppable, clinching the Sea View League Championship.

[Photo] Boys Basketball is Unstoppable

February 8, 2022
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Apart from the display of different student showcases, teachers got in on the fun with a game of soccer wearing inflatable bubbles. Dr. Mahindrakar and Mr. Lynde were a few of the brave staff to participate in the festivities, battling each other to stay standing and score.

[Photo] Winter Spirit Week in Photos

Alyssa Morrone, Entertainment Editor
February 3, 2022
As California faces a record-smashing Covid-19 surge, schools continue to stay open despite increasing absences and cases on campus.

The Latest on Covid-19: Everything Stallions Need to Know

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
January 13, 2022
Boys Water Polo wrapped up their 2021 season with plenty of accolades under their belt. First in Sea View Leagues, the boys made it all the way to CIF Semi-Finals, where they lost by a margin of only 1 point.

[Photo] Boys Water Polo Triumphs in Sea View League

November 18, 2021
From the hit Netflix series Squid Game to the global phenomena of K-pop, the popularity of Asian media and entertainment has widely spread around the world, especially in the west.

The Growing Popularity of East Asian Media and Culture

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
November 1, 2021
Ewan Herd (12) plays Mr. Darcy in the Stallion Theatre Company's fall production Pride and Prejudice. Herd is one of the many dedicated thespians involved in multiple shows all at the same time.

Students in Drama Department Prepare for Multiple Shows this Season

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
October 30, 2021
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At the homecoming football game on October 8th, SJHHS win, defeating Capistrano Valley 66-13. This is the Stallions’ second win of the season, following their first victory earned at an away game the previous week. “The win was great, everything was working. Our offense couldn’t be stopped and our defense was locking down. The crowd was great as well. It was the loudest it’s ever been,” said Joey Malfavon (12).

Homecoming Week in Photos

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
October 19, 2021

Pengo: Bottle of Happiness

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
October 15, 2021
San Juan Hills defeats Capo Valley High School in exciting homecoming game. It was the team's second win of the season with a score of 66-13, breaking the school record of most points scored in a game.

[Photo] Game On: Sports Seasons Begin at San Juan Hills

October 14, 2021

Homecoming Court is a Valued Tradition

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
October 11, 2021
The SJHHS Academic Decathlon team succeeded in the virtual competition held last year and became the first team from CAPOUSD to make it to the state division.

Academic Decathlon Kicks Off Season

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
October 5, 2021
BookTok, a virtual community on TikTok centered around reading and books, has boomed in popularity over the past year. The community’s outreach has made its way out of the online world and into bookstores such as Barnes & Noble.

BookTok Inspires a New Love of Reading

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
September 5, 2021
Athletes at San Juan Hills High School are encouraged to embody the CIF principles by both the community and their athletic directs and coaches throughout their high school experience, both on and off fields and courts.

[Photo] The Honorable Athlete

September 4, 2021
The energetic student section cheers on the football team during the neck-in-neck game on Friday. Though the match against Cypress High School ended in a close loss of 27-29, Stallions in the crowd scored third place in the Battle of the Student Sections of OC.

[Photo] First Home Football Game of 2021 in Photos

September 2, 2021
SJHHS Varsity tennis player Kaia Wolfe (11) wins Singles League Champion title for the second time since her freshman year. The team ranked third in the South Coast League and will advance to CIFs next week.

Girls Tennis Rallies Through League

Sydney Wolfe and Samantha Freeman
May 17, 2021
Junior Varsity cheerleaders practice on the lower basketball courts. During practice and at the games, the students are required to be both masked and distanced. Cheerleaders have been able to attend football games both at home and away and even had their own senior night along with the football team.

Cheer Brings Back School Spirit Despite a Tough Season

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
May 2, 2021
The theatre department had both mask-wearing during the play and an outdoor performance as a way to hold the production while at the same time remaining safe.

Take Two: Stallion Theatre Returns to the Stage with GGLAM

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
April 3, 2021
Are Award Shows Worth Watching Anymore?

Are Award Shows Worth Watching Anymore?

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
March 25, 2021

Minimum Wages Should be Raised

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
March 22, 2021
The Importance of Cultural Appropriation and Appreciation

The Importance of Cultural Appropriation and Appreciation

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
March 11, 2021
One of the major sports eager to begin season is football. The teams have been training and preparing for weeks and at last, it's time to play.

[Photo] An Update on Sports: The Games Have Finally Begun

Kaitlyn Kittredge, Sports Editor
March 11, 2021
Spotting White Privilege Step-By-Step

Spotting White Privilege Step-By-Step

Sydney Wolfe and Gabby Laurente
February 26, 2021
Eight of the last hottest years on record globally have occurred 2010 to 2019, and there doesn't seem to be any end in sight unless big changes are made.

A Look at Climate Change in Our World Today

Sydney Wolfe, Staff Writer
February 5, 2021
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