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The Accolade will be taking a short hiatus from posting stories during spring break — unless breaking news occurs. We will renew posting shortly. Until then, feel free to browse through our existing content.

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Accolade editor-in-chief senior Kate Yang checks the information sheet for the newspaper layout category while working on Adobe InDesign during the Orange County Journalism Education Association contest Saturday, March 4, at Fullerton College. The senior’s entry earned her a first-place trophy.
The Accolade wins 2 of 3 Best of Show plaques from Orange County student media contest
David Kim, Staff Reporter • March 17, 2023

A tiebreaker to determine first place that went against The Accolade’s online work prevented the journalism...

Class of 1968 reunion committee member Vince Citrano places the black plaque to glue on the center of the bench by the Lyceum Thursday, March 9.
SH Class of '68 reunites to view the $10,000 furnishings added on campus
Class of 1968 reunion committee member Jim Gronwall adds glue Thursday, March 9, to the inspirational message plaque that will be attached to the center of the black and yellow bench underneath the “Class of 1968” engraving. The bench in front of the library and the plaque are among the nearly $10,000 in outdoor furniture that school officials purchased using money raised by the ‘68 reunion group.
‘Knowledge is power,’ ‘You haven’t failed until you stop trying’ among nine added onto new outdoor furniture to inspire students
Seowon Han, Copy Editor
Principal Craig Weinreich (left) receives a plaque with an engraved inspirational quote from Sunny Hills Class of 1968 reunion committee co-chairman Brad Rawlins as a gift Thursday, March 9, during fourth period by the 30s wing. The quote reads, “Education Is The Passport To The Future Tomorrow Belongs To Those Who Prepare For Today.” Rawlins and nine other graduates from the Class of 1968 reunion committee met on the SH campus to glue nine inspirational quotes on the new benches and tables school officials had purchased through the groups $10,000 donation last summer.
FINISHING TOUCHES: Class of ‘68 reunion committee returns to campus to see new outdoor furniture funded from nearly $10,000 in donations
Susie Kim, News Editor
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New auto shop teacher Jesse Munoz (left) demonstrates how to fabricate an engine support brace to sophomore Jacob Carr in his Advanced and Intermediate Auto Shop second period class in Room 131 last semester.
HEAD OF THE CLASS: Sunny Hills welcomes 10 new teachers in the fall of 2022
March 8, 2023

Winston Creel, a father of triplet daughters who attended Sunny Hills in the mid-1980s, rides his horse as the school mascot known as Winston the Lancer. The mascot would show up at Sunny Hills home football games until the horse died before the start of the 2016-2017 football season.
DID YOU KNOW? FROM LANCE BULLWINKLE TO WINSTON THE LANCER: How Sunny Hills got its mascot, school colors
Pricilla Escobedo, Staff Reporter
Chemistry teacher Alexander Hua (right) stands next to his opponent, Kevin Granados, whom he beat in the final match of Fullertons gaming arena Ultimate Weekly #50 competition on Sunday, Jan. 8.
Chemistry teacher also a Smash Bros. gamer
Pricilla Escobedo, Staff Reporter
Senior Ellie Kim performs at a pansori competition on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022.
Senior returns from a 2-week program studying traditional music in South Korea
Angelina Jeong
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Opinion
THE FEMALE FLAME: How the color red empowers women
THE FEMALE FLAME: How the color red empowers women
Hannah Lee, Opinion Editor • March 17, 2023

If ambiguity was a color, it would be red. Simultaneously representative of something as sweet as...

CNN’s morning show co-host Don Lemon was under fire for his sexist/ageist remarks against Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley during a February broadcast.
Women, we work for us, not him
Kate Yang, Editor-in-Chief
HEAD TO HEAD: Should schools ban use of AI for assignments?
HEAD TO HEAD: Should schools ban use of AI for assignments?
Hannah Lee and Kayla Martinez
The girls restroom in the quad displays a mental wellness sticker between the mirrors, listing several helpline services and three QR codes on Thursday, Feb. 2. The Fullerton Joint Union High School District distributed personalized posters for each school, consisting of the school colors and mascot.
WE MATTER: District’s mental health specialists make right call to help students seeking refuge in school restrooms
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Andrew Tate’s flagrant disrespect for women appalls the internet

Andrew Tate’s flagrant disrespect for women appalls the internet

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Senior Henry Lee takes a BeReal at the beach with his friends Sept. 24.

How I manage to 'BeFake' on the app BeReal

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Accolade editor-in-chief senior Kate Yang checks the information sheet for the newspaper layout category while working on Adobe InDesign during the Orange County Journalism Education Association contest Saturday, March 4, at Fullerton College. The senior’s entry earned her a first-place trophy.

The Accolade wins 2 of 3 Best of Show plaques from Orange County student media contest

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In recent years, the use of social media platforms, TikTok and Instagram, have encouraged teens to build their own platforms. Sunny Hills alumni and students reflect on their social media ventures and sponsored content.

FROM LANCER TO LEGEND: Alumni and student influencers reflect on their journey to fame

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Before prom comes around again on April 15, seniors will have a chance to vote for their king and queen. Last year, seniors Patrick Jimenez (left) and Abby Hahm took the honors.

PROM SEASON: scheduled for April 15, the last formal dance of the school year has been reserved at an undisclosed location in Orange County

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Sports
Senior Julian Boyd practices his butterfly stroke for the upcoming season after school in the Sunny Hills pool Monday, March 13.
BOYS AND GIRLS SWIM PREVIEW: Lancers look to improve, qualify for CIF
Justin Pak, Copy Editor • March 14, 2023

Coaches: Keith Nighswonger (head coach/girls head coach), Sergio Dorrego (boys head coach), Jordan Jaime (assistant coach), Amanda Morris-Shaw...

The boys volleyball team celebrates a point against Cerritos on Thursday, March 9, in the Sunny Hills gym. After losing the first set, the Lancers bounced back and swept the next three to win, 19-25, 25-20, 25-18 and 26-24.
BOYS VOLLEYBALL PREVIEW: Lancers looking forward to challenge of competing in higher division
Kayla Martinez, Staff Reporter • March 14, 2023

Coaches: Albert Soliguen (head coach), Victoria Guillory (assistant coach) Top Returning Players: Ryan Axe (12), Nathan Casasola (12), Logan...

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A&E
Officially opening Friday, Feb. 17, Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood offers various attractions and rides as well as photo opps with the game consoles favorite characters like Bowser and Mario.
'LET'S A GO!': Universal Studios' newest attraction, Super Nintendo World, to power up Feb. 17 with rides, attractions featuring characters like Mario and Bowser
Euree Kim, Staff Reporter • February 8, 2023

It’s Mario time for Universal Studios Hollywood with the new Super Nintendo World set to open Friday, Feb. 17, though some annual passholders...

One of the customer favorites at dPlace is the Pescatore pasta ($16), which consists of noodles covered in seafood tomato sauce, topped with shrimp, mussels, arugula and parmesan cheese sprinkled on top upon request.
Though pricey, new Amerige Heights Town Center eatery may be ‘dPLACE’ to go for special celebrations like Valentine’s Day and graduation
Jiwoo Han, Sports Editor • January 20, 2023

With plates on its head, a three-tiered device the size of a toddler quietly buzzes and radiates green and violet lights as the food makes...

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