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TEENtober 2024

TEENtober 2024

Maria Malta, Library Technician November 6, 2024

Saxons, did you know that TEENtober was created solely to celebrate teens and promote year-round library services for you? The American Library Association crafted this unique nationwide celebration just...

The Soapbox Speech exemplifies the power of youth voice

The Soapbox Speech exemplifies the power of youth voice

Jason Smith, Title One Coordinator November 4, 2024

The Soapbox Speech itself is a form of public speaking exercise. Here, young people deliver brief but impactful speeches, often addressing social issues, policies, or community concerns that matter most...

Red Ribbon Week Brings School Spirit and Fun to Campus

Red Ribbon Week Brings School Spirit and Fun to Campus

Friday Night Live, FNL Historian October 29, 2024

Red Ribbon Week brought incredible energy to campus, with students and staff coming together to show support for a drug-free lifestyle. A memorable highlight was the lunch activity held on October 21st,...

Loara High School Lunch Program Highlights

Loara High School Lunch Program Highlights

Melina Martinez, Business Manager October 22, 2024

Overview Orlando Griego and his team manage breakfast and lunch services across the Anaheim district, with the meal pattern set by USDA guidelines. Serving sizes are tailored to different grade levels,...

Loara High School Hosts Annual Fall Blood Drive with UCI

Loara High School Hosts Annual Fall Blood Drive with UCI

October 9, 2024

Loara High School recently hosted its annual Fall Blood Drive, a meaningful event organized by ASB members Andrew Vergara and GeneAshley Recinto. With the support of the University of California, Irvine...

Midnight at the Oasis

Midnight at the Oasis

Paul Chylinski, Advisor October 1, 2024

This year's Homecoming at Loara High School, themed “Midnight at the Oasis,” brought a magical desert night to life, turning the evening of September 13, 2024, into an unforgettable celebration. From...

2024-2025 Flag Football

Loara High School Flag Football: A Historic Inaugural Season

Paul Chylinski, Saxon Shield Advisor October 1, 2024

This year marks a significant milestone for Loara High School as we proudly launched our inaugural Girls' Flag Football team. From the first practice to the final whistle of each game, these athletes have...

Loara High School Honors Two Legendary Coaches

Loara High School Honors Two Legendary Coaches

Paul Chylinski, Advisor August 8, 2024

In a heartfelt ceremony held on August 8, 2024, Loara High School dedicated its gymnasium and wrestling room to two of the school's most iconic figures—Coach Ed Prange and Dr. John Dahlem. The dedication,...

Get the SOURCE App and read the SAXON SHIELD on your phone

Get the SOURCE App and read the SAXON SHIELD on your phone

Paul Chylinski, advisor August 7, 2024

When you subscribe to the SAXON SHIELD Source, we are included in the ever-growing network of online scholastic journalism programs accessible via the Source app. Think of it as the Apple News app...

Loara High School's Brush with Presidential History

Loara High School’s Brush with Presidential History

Paul Chylinski, Activities Director June 5, 2024

As the 2012 Presidential election approaches, we are reminded of a time when the State, Federal, and Local Governments came to a halt, and Loara High School found itself in the national spotlight. On...

The state of Sammy Saxon in the 60's

Loara Beginnings – 80’s

John Dahlem, Principal June 5, 2024

As the new school year begins this Monday, it is important to start with some historical context. Years ago, Dr. John Dahlem worked tirelessly to preserve the true history of Loara High School. While...

Land Acknowledgement

Land Acknowledgement

June 4, 2024

We acknowledge the sacred land where we work, live, learn, teach, and build community, a place where people have lived for tens of thousands of years. Orange County is the territory of the Acjachemen and...

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