• New '26-27 Bell Schedule Adopted with 3:15 Endtime and 30 Minute Lunch.
  • Sweeney Todd Musical Tickets on Sale Soon.
  • Winter Formal Tickets on Sale Now!
  • CUSD / CUEA Teacher of the Year Announced: Stacy Olson!
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The story of San Juan as told by its students

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NEWS
Guadalupe Silva (12) begins the presentation to the new members of No Place For Hate with expectations being laid out for them. No Place For Hate focuses on preventing bullying or harassment within San Juan Hills, making sure the environment continues to be welcoming for all.
The Significance of No Place for Hate
Caoimhin Grothe-Brinton, Arts & Entertainment Editor • December 15, 2025
Students are entering the Thanksgiving season with a renewed focus on service and community support. From food drives to donation events, they’re finding ways to make a tangible difference. Their efforts reflect the heart of the holiday giving generously so others can feel its warmth.
Turning Giving Thanks into Giving Back
November 27, 2025
College & Career Counselor Mrs. Luna is providing assistance to Alana Cousens Alana Cousens at the library during lunch.
Counseling 100 Prepares Students for First Year of College
November 21, 2025
The school buses provide students safe and reliable transportation to and from school. With an increasing list of after school activities, SJHHS provides a late bus for students in need of transportation. Before school ends buses line up near the portables.
New Late Bus Gives Stallions More After-School Options
November 21, 2025
California law will require students to take a financial literacy course in 2030-31. This graduation requirement would help students become well versed in finances, and guide them into making proper financial decisions following graduation.
California Law Makes Financial Literacy a Requirement for Graduation
November 19, 2025
FEATURE
Mr. Abedzahdeh is handing the Teacher of the Year award and gift to winner Ms. Olson. This is Ms. Olsons third win, but her first win at San Juan Hills Highschool. This was given to her during her first period on Monday December 8th.
Ms. Olson wins Teacher of the Year
Presley Davis, Staff writer • December 15, 2025

Every year 124 teachers at San Juan Hills shoot their shot to be voted Teacher of the Year. Out of the crowd three teachers came through as the candidates, Mr. Lynde, Mrs....

Celebrating traditions from every corner of the globe, holidays around the world capture various cultures, festivities, and togetherness.
Joy to the World: How Different Cultures Celebrate the Holidays
December 15, 2025
Soldier’s Angels club president Hailey Palmer showcases some of the holiday-themed cards curated for veterans.
Stockings for Service: Soldier’s Angels’ Christmas Fundraiser
December 15, 2025
Through JROTC students learn how to improve their marksmanship using BB rifles, opening a career path for those interested. Additionally prop guns are used for ceremonial purposes in the class.
Why You Should Consider Taking the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. Course
December 12, 2025
The leadership team of Benefizz in fourth period Virtual Enterprise discuss their next steps on business plan. Chief Executive Officer Ariana Price (12), Chief of Finance Hailey Palmer (12), and Chief Strategist Officer Ella Verde (12) are integral parts to ensuring their company’s success.
Inside Virtual Enterprise: The Program Turning Students into CEOs
December 12, 2025
SPORTS
TRENDING STORIES
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Spreading rapidly, Mononucleosis, more commonly known as “mono”, has infected the San Juan Hills student body. Many students have been affected by the outbreak, and it’s important to understand the preventative measures that can be taken to limit the spread of mono.

Mono Cases Spike Among Teens in Recent Weeks • 57 Views

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Principal Cina Abedzadeh opens the Singing Day ceremony in the main gym on November 12th during lunch. During this event, athletes excitedly signed their commitment to different universities.

Athletes Commit to College Teams • 41 Views

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Quarterback Timmy Herr (12) receives the snapped ball by center Tyler Fields (12) during the California Interscholastic Federation Division 2 quarter finals. The Stallions lost 35-10 against Los Alamitos, ending their season with an overall record of 2-10 because of game forfeitures.

Stricter CIF Rules Leave High School Athletes Trapped • 40 Views

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The leadership team of Benefizz in fourth period Virtual Enterprise discuss their next steps on business plan. Chief Executive Officer Ariana Price (12), Chief of Finance Hailey Palmer (12), and Chief Strategist Officer Ella Verde (12) are integral parts to ensuring their company’s success.

Inside Virtual Enterprise: The Program Turning Students into CEOs • 25 Views

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SJHHS students bring the energy to the Battle of the Bell football game, lighting up the night in vibrant neon colors. The Stallions dominated their Titan Rivals 41-7, keeping the bell on stallion turf for another year.

Intense Rivalry Between SJHHS and Tesoro May Have Led to CIF Reporting • 24 Views

OPINION
This years Winter Formal Themes of High School Musical, Charlie Brown, and Fast And Furious, shown threw their movie/show poster designs
Peanuts Gang Takes Center Stage at Winter Formal: Good Grief!
Wilder Doblie, Staff Writer • December 15, 2025

Winter formal is right around the corner, Stallions. This year, we narrowed the theme down to three exciting choices–High School Musical, Fast & Furious, and the trending...

Black Friday graphic displaying examples of the types of marketing strategies that companies use in order to get customers in stores and buying.
Is Black Friday a Steal, or just Clever Marketing?
December 12, 2025
Quarterback Timmy Herr (12) receives the snapped ball by center Tyler Fields (12) during the California Interscholastic Federation Division 2 quarter finals. The Stallions lost 35-10 against Los Alamitos, ending their season with an overall record of 2-10 because of game forfeitures.
Stricter CIF Rules Leave High School Athletes Trapped
December 8, 2025
Standing before her French 3/4 class, French teacher Linda Keller helps her students learn vocabulary. Through this course, students are exposed to the French language and culture, improving their profiency.
Language Learning at SJHHS: Some Students Excel, Others Struggle
December 5, 2025
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Finals Week
Good luck on all your finals, Stallions!
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MULTIMEDIA
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Iman Elkoustaf, Feature Editor • December 15, 2025

While students switch places preparing for the next song, conductor Dean McElroy says a few words about the music program. Staff members and student musicians spend months preparing larger concerts such as this, hoping to display their musical talents to the crowd.
Winter Instrumental Concert in Photos
December 14, 2025
The Best Buddies meeting had a Thanksgiving feast in room B06. Along with food they crafted a turkey poster. Student Paul Freeman (12) is shown posing alongside Para Educator Kalyn Crowell and Cesilia Ramirez (12).
Stallion Roundup 11/10-11/21
December 1, 2025
Izzy Allen (11) lifts her arms up as the spotlight casts a series of shadows on her silver costume. Harsh lighting produces a dramatic vibe for many of the performances in the dance show, which adds a level of depth into the dances.
Winter Fusion Dance Show
November 24, 2025
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ESPAÑOL
Students approach Amy Neville in the gym after one of three assemblies conducted to warn about the dangers of fentanyl. Neville’s son, Alexander, died in 2020 of fentanyl poisoning. Fentanyl deaths have increased dramatically since 2013 when it accounted for 3% of drug deaths. Now it represents more than 50%.
Asamblea Educa Sobre los Problemas de la Muerte por Fentanilo
Lexi Odekirk, Staff Writer • November 17, 2022
Sophia Bojorquez (12), Daniel Fernandez y Señor Serrano posan con las banderas con las que ellos se identifican. Sophia y Daniel son Mexicanoamericanas y el Señor Serrano emigró de España cuando él tenía 23 años.
El Mes de la Herencia Hispana inspira la reflexión sobre las diferentes culturas
October 14, 2021
El Condado de Orange tiene un asombrosamente bajo porcentaje de registros de votantes jóvenes. Esto ha resultado en la gente preguntando sobre la eficacia de los curriculums del gobierno en las escuelas.
Porcentaje bajo en los registros de votantes jóvenes se resulta en un solicitud de registros
September 23, 2021
Los oficiales J. Duran (izquierda) y A. Jablonsky (derecha) visitan la sala de maestros de SJHHS para educar a los maestros y administradores escolares sobre a qué prestar atención cuando buscan posibles dispositivos de vapeo en el campus. Los oficiales trajeron muchos ejemplos para que el personal los examinara de cerca. Todos fueron herramientas de vape previamente confiscadas de escuelas secundarias públicas locales.
Taller Educa a Padres Sobre Peligros de Vapeo
March 6, 2020
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