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The student news site of Santa Margarita Catholic High School in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

The Eagle Eye

The student news site of Santa Margarita Catholic High School in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

The Eagle Eye

The student news site of Santa Margarita Catholic High School in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

The Eagle Eye

Connor Mautino

Connor Mautino

Roman Sergi, Sports Editor May 14, 2020

"At first, the transition to online school was exciting as it was unknown and I personally thought it would be easier and more relaxed. However, the workload has increased a little bit but it is manageable...

Ryan Khouri

Ryan Khouri

Kendrick Choi, Web Editor-in-Chief May 13, 2020

“Throughout my soccer career, I have played under many different organizations, whether it be for school or for a club. Among all of these, the SMCHS soccer program definitely stands out for me. I have...

Shane Townsend

Shane Townsend

Evelyn Driscoll, Print Editor-in-Chief May 12, 2020

"Eagle TV 2.0 has become one of the most important aspects of my SMCHS experience. I joined the program as a freshman and have learned how to plan, write, produce and execute shows in the film industry....

Declan Edwards

Declan Edwards

Evelyn Driscoll, Print Editor-in-Chief May 11, 2020

"I joined Talon Theatre as a freshman. My first show was West Side Story. I was Indio, one of the sharks. Talon theatre has been one of the core aspects of Santa Margarita for me. I know it differs for...

Emmalee Altergott

Emmalee Altergott

Emily Freeborn, Web Editor-in-Chief May 11, 2020

"My experiences with extracurriculars and my friends have made my experience at SMCHS the most memorable. I’ve been in choir all four years and I remember every single concert and festival that I was...

Derek Wilkins

Derek Wilkins

Gracynn Crocker, Staff Writer May 10, 2020

"When I first transferred into SMCHS, I didn’t really know anyone at the school and was really nervous the first day of football practice. Right when I walked in, all the guys started asking how I was...

Lily Matteson

Lily Matteson

Gracynn Crocker, Staff Writer May 10, 2020

"Lacrosse season is something I look forward to every year. I have such an amazing coach and great teammates. Leading the team as a captain has been a great experience for me. We always have such a fun...

By looking through pictures online, students can discover what life is like at their potential home for the next 4 years.

Caitlin Cague

Bella Scarano, Staff Writer May 9, 2020

"I decided that I wanted to be more involved in my faith at the end of my sophomore year. After my confirmation retreat, I knew I wanted to be a servant leader for my church [Holy Trinity]. I thought this...

Alyssa Alvidera

Alyssa Alvidera

Hadley McCusker, Staff Writer May 9, 2020

"What I miss most about SMCHS are the little things that I think we take for granted when we’re at school, like being able to have amazing facilities or going to lunch with friends and hanging out in...

Andre Dumas

Andre Dumas

Katherine Eli, Staff Writer May 8, 2020

"One specific project that stood out to me in my IB Business class is our Market Tracker project.  Every student in the class given $50,000 imaginary dollars to then invest into the real stock market. ...

Kate Gallaway

Kate Gallaway

Megan Plocher, Staff Writer May 8, 2020

"I have really enjoyed online school so far. I love the flexibility of being able to do homework on my own time. It definitely gives second semester seniors more freedom while also preparing us for college....

Mara Loughlin

Mara Loughlin

Julia Mortimer, Staff Writer May 7, 2020

"My favorite activity at SMCHS has been water polo, and I have played for four years. It has been an amazing experience. I have met my best friends on the water polo team and made amazing memories. My...

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