PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: 20TH ANNUAL VAQUEROS RUN COMPLETED IN LAKESIDE 7
Total Views: 44 By Shiloh Ireland August 10,2024 (Lakeside) — The annual Vaqueros Run rumbled down Maine Avenue in Lakeside on August 1st. El Capitan High School football team, a Grossmont Union district school, marched down Maine Avenue with their football team and cheerleaders while Maine Avenue was lined with fans. The small-town spirit was alive and the marching band complimented the atmosphere. ECM wishes the Vaqueros a successful football season. Printer-friendly version
7 viewsPHOTOS OF THE WEEK: 20TH ANNUAL VAQUEROS RUN COMPLETED IN LAKESIDE 4
Total Views: 33 By Shiloh Ireland August 10,2024 (Lakeside) — The annual Vaqueros Run rumbled down Maine Avenue in Lakeside on August 1st. El Capitan High School football team, a Grossmont Union district school, marched down Maine Avenue with their football team and cheerleaders while Maine Avenue was lined with fans. The small-town spirit was alive and the marching band complimented the atmosphere. ECM wishes the Vaqueros a successful football season. Printer-friendly version
4 viewsPHOTOS OF THE WEEK: 20TH ANNUAL VAQUEROS RUN COMPLETED IN LAKESIDE 7
Total Views: 32 By Shiloh Ireland August 10,2024 (Lakeside) — The annual Vaqueros Run rumbled down Maine Avenue in Lakeside on August 1st. El Capitan High School football team, a Grossmont Union district school, marched down Maine Avenue with their football team and cheerleaders while Maine Avenue was lined with fans. The small-town spirit was alive and the marching band complimented the atmosphere. ECM wishes the Vaqueros a successful football season. Printer-friendly version
7 viewsEL CAPITAN HIGH SCHOOL PTSA AWARDS SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS 2.2K
Total Views: 43 By Teresa Leader-Anderson June 11, 2021 (Lakeside) – The El Capitan High School Parent, Teacher, Student Association (PTSA) awarded $1,000 in scholarships to graduating senior members. The scholarship winners are (left to right) Connor Crist, Samantha Wilson, Abby Burghart, Megan Zink and Hafeez Merali. “People often ask where their PTSA membership money goes – what is it used for,” said Teresa Leader-Anderson, president, El Capitan High School PTSA. “At El Capitan, part of our membership money is used for senior scholarships so we can help hard-working students pursue their educational goals after high school.” This year’s winners are: Connor Crist Connor played four years on the El Capitan baseball team and played club baseball in the off season. A great person and math wiz according to his math teacher, Connor received several academic awards, was a regular volunteer with his church and worked at Albertsons 22 hours a week. Connor will be attending Biola University in the fall. Samantha Wilson Samantha played for three years on the field hockey, soccer and track and field teams. She participated in the Suicide Prevention Walk and was on Honor Roll all four years at El Capitan. Samantha will be attending Louisiana State University in the fall where she plans to major in sports administration and hopes to get a Masters in sport management. Abby Burghart Abby is one of El Capitan’s valedictorians and has been very active on campus. She played on the tennis team four years, soccer team for two years and is a member of the Book and International Clubs. She is a Girl Scout, scholar athlete and has been a top ten student all four years at El Capitan. In her free time, she volunteers at Sharp Grossmont and enjoys reading, gardening and spending time with her cat. Abby will be attending U.C Berkeley this fall where she plans to major in molecular environmental biology and become a research scientist in ecology. Megan Zink Megan played four years on the El Capitan tennis team and was one of the yearbook’s editor-in-chiefs for two years. She was a member of the Book and Photography Clubs and has volunteered with the El Capitan Stadium Association, Lakeview Elementary Carnival and the Wounded Warriors Project. Megan is a scholar athlete and was recognized this school year as Vaquero of the Week. Megan will attend the University of Arizona this fall where she will major in physiology and medical sciences. Hafeez Merali As one of El Capitan’s valedictorian’s, Hafeez not only had good grades but was involved with many organizations on campus. He participated in Academic World Quest Club, Debate Club, Board Game Club and Academic League. He was on the JV swim team and this school year participated in the theatre production. Hafeez has been an Ismaili community volunteer for four years and has helped at Feeding San Diego and with several park/beach cleanups. Hafeez is a National Merit Scholarship recipient, been on Honor Roll all four years at El Capitan and works as a tutor in his “free” time. As a member of the Global Language Leadership Program, Hafeez graduated with the seal of tri-literacy on his diploma. Hafeez will attend the University of Oxford in England this fall. The El Capitan High School PTSA is a group of volunteers that supports parents, teachers and students and works to increase communication and parental involvement. Additionally, El Capitan High School PTSA raises funds for senior scholarships, safe grad night activities, Reflections Art Contest, Teacher Supply Day, hospitality at events such as the Freshman BBQ, booster support for parents and much more to make El Capitan a better school for everyone. Membership in the El Capitan High School PTSA is $10 per person. Anyone can join the PTSA and you do not need to have a child that attends the school. To join the El Capitan High School PTSA – https://jointotem.com/ca/lakeside/el-capitan-high-school-ptsa. Printer-friendly version
2.2K viewsSAN DIEGO COUNTY TEACHERS OF THE YEAR TO BE HONORED DURING 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF ‘COX PRESENTS: A SALUTE TO TEACHERS’ 4
Total Views: 37 Pre-recorded television special celebrating local educators and their accomplishments amid COVID-19 pandemic will air on Saturday, Nov. 21 Source: Cox Communications Photos: Christine Hill, Ramona High School and Jay Tweet, El Capitan High School November 12, 2020 (San Diego) – Five teachers from across the region have been named a San Diego County Teacher of the Year and will be honored during the 30th Anniversary of “Cox Presents: A Salute To Teachers,” brought to you by San Diego County Credit Union. Produced by Cox Communications, in partnership with the San Diego County Office of Education, this year’s show will be a pre-recorded television special airing at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21 on Cox’s YurView Network (Cox Channel 4 and 1004 and Spectrum Channel 4). The five honorees representing schools from Del Mar, Lakeside, Ramona, central San Diego and Valley Center, were chosen from a pool of 40 nominees countywide who are their respective school district’s teacher of the year. The five San Diego County Teachers of the Year were selected based on criteria including student progress, school-community involvement, teaching philosophy and commitment to lifelong learning. They were chosen by a panel of past Teacher of the Year honorees, education administrators and a parent representative. The 2020-21 San Diego County Teachers of the Year are: ● Arah Allard, Del Mar Hills Elementary School, Del Mar Union School District ● Christine Hill, Ramona High School, Ramona Unified School District ● Jose Melo, Valley Center Middle School, Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District ● Paula Richardson, Wilson Middle School, San Diego Unified School District ● Jay Tweet, El Capitan High School, Grossmont Union High School District Since its inception in 1991,“Cox Presents: A Salute to Teachers” has been an in-person black-tie awards show with celebrity presenters and student performances, and televised live on YurView. For this special 30th anniversary, the show will instead air as a pre-recorded television special honoring the San Diego County Teachers of the Year as well as catching up with past winners as they navigate the challenges and triumphs of a global pandemic, as well as social and political unrest. The television special will also share stories from students and parents about the new-found appreciation they have for the teachers in their lives, and of course take a look back at the impressive 30-year history of “Cox Presents: A Salute To Teachers,” which has received dozens of Emmys and other awards honoring the best in television. “We’re excited to once again shine the spotlight on the amazing teachers we have in San Diego County, and their dedication to their students and their profession, especially during this challenging year of distance learning,” said Sam Attisha, Senior Vice President and Region Manager for Cox Communications. “Just as the classroom looks different this year due to the pandemic, so will our show. But we’ll still capture the passion, creativity, and innovation of San Diego County’s 26,000 public school teachers. As a company founded by a teacher, we’re proud to continue a 30-year tradition of highlighting our county’s teachers of the year and all the district nominees, and we thank the sponsors who share our commitment to education and have returned to show their support for our teaching community.” Sponsors of the 30th annual “Cox Presents: A Salute to Teachers” include: ● Presenting Sponsor: San Diego County Credit Union ● Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation ● Procopio ● The San Diego Union-Tribune ● The Mightier 1090 ● iHeartRadio “’Cox Presents: A Salute to Teachers’ has always provided an exciting platform to showcase the incredible work being done by teachers across San Diego County,” said County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Paul Gothold. “Teaches are working harder than ever to make sure that students are learning and their social and emotional needs are met. It’s important that we continue to celebrate the profession and recognize the accomplishments of our County Teachers of the Year honorees as well as all of the nominees.” “SDCCU is proud to support and recognize the excellent work of the invaluable educators in our community through our sponsorship of ‘A Salute to Teachers,” said SDCCU President and CEO Teresa Campbell. “We understand the critical role teachers play in helping to shape the future of today’s youth and are grateful for their efforts. This year our teachers have faced great uncertainty and unprecedented challenges, and we applaud their tireless devotion and commitment to their classrooms and the community.” “Cox Presents: A Salute to Teachers” will be televised on YurView (Cox Channel 4/1004 and Spectrum Channel 4) at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020. The show will live stream at Yurview.com/SalutetoTeachers. Check the Yurview website for future replay dates About Cox Communications Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through broadband applications and services. The largest private telecom company in America, we proudly serve six million homes and businesses across 18 states. We’re dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that makes each one unique. Cox Communications is the largest division of Cox Enterprises, a family-owned business founded in 1898 by Governor James M. Cox. Printer-friendly version
4 viewsEL CAPITAN HIGH SCHOOL CELEBRATES OPENING OF EVENTS CENTER 2.4K
Total Views: 33 East County News Service Photo courtesy GUHSD December 2, 2019 (Lakeside) — Grossmont Union High School District celebrated the grand opening of the El Capitan High School’s new Event Center (@ECHSVaqueros) in November. The new 15,886 SF multi-purpose facility at the Lakeside campus will support the instrumental, choral and dramatic arts programs. The facility includes a multi-functional event center lobby, band room, practice room, dance studio, drama classrooms and retractable theatre-style seating. It also has sustainable features including water-efficient fixtures and energy efficient lighting, heating, ventilation and air conditioning low-E glass and drought tolerant landscaping. The project, budgeted at $11 million, was built with funds from Proposition U and Measure BB. It was designed by Harley Ellis Devereaux architectural firm and built by C.W. Driver. Printer-friendly version
2.4K viewsEL CAPITAN STUDENT, 14, ARRESTED FOR CRIMINAL THREATS 1
Total Views: 19 East County News Service November 12, 2018 (Lakeside) – The Sheriff’s department announced tonight that a 14-year-old student at El Capitan High School has been arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for making criminal threats on social media toward the school. Authorities became aware of the threat yesterday and immediately began an investigation. “At this time the Sheriff’s Department has no information of additional threats toward El Capitan High School or any other school in the area,” says Sgt. Tim Chantler. “However, out of an abundance of caution, we will have increased patrols in the area of the school tomorrow.” Printer-friendly version
1 viewsECM FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS: EL CAP HANDS WOLF PACK FIRST LOSS IN INAUGURAL TONY BURNER MEMORIAL GAME 4
Total Views: 39 Like our sports coverage? Donate to help support ECM’s sports section! Type in “Sports” as your donation! Follow @ECMagSports on Twitter for live in-game updates! Does your son or daughter play a sport at a level other than varsity? Comment on this story or tweet @ECMagSports to request coverage! Check out our sports section for more sports stories! Story and photos by Liz Alper September 22, 2018 (Santee) – ECM Sports is excited about this week’s edition of Friday Night Lights. It comes to you from West Hills for the first time, where the incredibly aesthetically pleasing blue field greeted us. Tonight, the Pack hosted the Vaqueros of El Capitan in the inaugural Tony Burner Memorial Cup, named after the late Wolfpack quarterback and Vaquero coordinator who passed away a year ago. Burner was the son of El Capitan head coach Ron Burner. These two are polar opposites of each other; the Vaqueros were struggling at 1-3 heading into tonight, while the Wolf Pack were undefeated at 4-0. West Hills put together an impressive first drive—including a huge run by senior quarterback Jordan Young that put the Pack on the Vaqueros’ 20 yard line—but ultimately, the Vaqueros defense stuffed the offense and drove right downfield on their next possession, with junior quarterback Wick Hauser’s pass to senior wide out Nathan Schunk, who made a leaping catch in the end zone for the score. The Vaqueros led 7-0. On the Pack’s very next drive, Young’s pass was intercepted by senior Bryce Smith, who returned it all the way down for a pick six to give the Vaqueros a 14-0 lead after one. In the second quarter, West Hills was faced with a 4th and 3. Naturally, Jack Browning was on the field. But the senior wasn’t kicking…he was running! Browning took Young’s pitch and ran it in for the score to get West Hills on the board, now trailing 14-7. But the Vaqueros recovered from that blunder easily as Hauser and Schunk connected again for another Vaqueros touchdown to go up by two scores again at halftime, 21-7. In the third, Young made himself star of the show. First, he completed a long first down pass to senior Trent Oberg, then he ran it all the way in from midfield himself for the West Hills score. Browning’s extra point attempt was blocked and West Hills trailed 21-13 after three quarters. Despite the Pack’s efforts, El Cap tried to ice the game in the fourth, starting with senior Marlon Pineda’s field goal to make the score 24-13. Young didn’t give up. On the first play of the next Wolf Pack drive, he ran it all the way downfield for another score. The two-point conversion was good. We had a three-point ballgame at 24-21. But Hauser crushed the Pack’s hopes like he’d been doing all game. Thanks to a litany of penalties from both teams, the Vaqueros found themselves at the goal line thanks to the Wolf Pack and Hauser punched it in himself at the one to win the first Tony Burner Memorial Game 31-21 and even better, hand West Hills their first loss of the season as they fall to 4-1. The Vaqueros move to 2-3. UP NEXT The Vaqueros go home to Lakeside to host Helix next week at 7:00 p.m. The Pack head into El Cajon to face the Braves El Cajon Valley, also next week at 7:00 p.m. Other East County scores: Christian 33, Santa Fe Christian 10 Monte Vista 42, Bishops 26 Valhalla 0, Otay Ranch 37 Mar Vista 27, Santana 13 Steele Canyon 52, Mira Mesa 35 Poway 51, Grossmont 21 Chadwick 62, Foothills Christian 16 Southwest El Centro 0, Granite Hills 38 Printer-friendly version
4 viewsPREP BASEBALL: CANEDAY PITCHES CG SHUTOUT AS SCOTTIES BLANK VAQUEROS 5-0 3
Total Views: 30 Like our sports coverage? Donate to help support ECM’s sports section! Type in “Sports” as your donation! Follow @ECMagSports on Twitter for live sports coverage and stories! Does your son or daughter play a sport at a level other than varsity? Comment on this story or tweet @ECMagSports to request coverage! Check out our sports section for more sports stories! Story and photos by Liz Alper Cover photo: Helix sophomore Thomas Caneday posted nine complete innings while giving up just four hits and no runs in the shutout win for the Highlanders. April 24, 2018 (Lakeside) – El Capitan and Helix baseball have produced some outstanding college and MLB recruits and today, we got to see both programs in action at Hostetler Field on the campus of El Capitan High. The Vaqueros, however, have had a rocky season, going 6-11, but the positive takeaway is that they are .500 (2-2) in the Grossmont League coming into today’s game. The Highlanders have a decent overall record (12-7), but are strangely winless in league play, going 0-2. Sophomore Thomas Caneday got the start today for Helix against senior Blake Peyton for El Cap. After a two-inning pitcher’s duel, Helix finally cut through Peyton’s strong pitching in the third. After sophomore Alonzo Richardson’s fielder’s choice, a few wild pitches by Peyton moved him around the diamond to third. The Vaqueros were too slow on fielding junior Eric Smelko’s base hit and Richardson came home to give the Highlanders a 1-0 lead. Peyton did a good job of keeping the Highlanders quiet for a few innings, but the Scottie dawgs ate him alive in the fifth, starting with junior Devin Baker’s leadoff single. The left and center fielder collided trying to make the catch on the next at-bat and Richardson had an RBI triple. He and Smelko tag-teamed again on Smelko’s at-bat when another RBI single brought Richardson in. Junior Carlos Oquita hit an RBI single of his own to score Smelko. Senior Austin Kretzschmar’s sac safety squeeze bunt that scored senior Brandon Peterson capped off a phenomenal Helix inning and the Scottie dawgs took great pitching and defense to the end to shut out the Vaqueros 5-0. Caneday pitched a complete-game shutout while giving up just four hits to give the Highlanders their first win in the Grossmont League for a 1-2 league, 13-7 overall record. The Vaqueros fall to 6-12 and lose their .500 league record, falling to 2-3. Up next: Both teams will face each other again at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Printer-friendly version
3 viewsGIRLS WATER POLO: MONARCHS HELD TO ONE GOAL FOR THREE QUARTERS AS VAQUEROS EARN FIRST WIN IN GROSSMONT LEAGUE PLAY 5
Total Views: 47 Like our sports coverage? Donate to help support ECM’s sports section! Type in “Sports” as your donation! Follow @ECMagSports on Twitter for live sports coverage and stories! Does your son or daughter play a sport at a level other than varsity? Comment on this story or tweet @ECMagSports to request coverage! Check out our sports section for more sports coverage! Story and photos by Liz Alper January 17, 2018 (Spring Valley) – For the first high school coverage of the new year, ECM traveled to Spring Valley, where the Vaqueros of El Capitan saw the Monte Vista Monarchs in the pool. The lady Monarchs have a rough start to the season, going 2-4 overall and winless in league (0-2). The Vaqueros are doing a little better; 6-5 overall but also winless (0-2) in league. Though it was a pretty even keel to start the game, the Vaqueros secured a small early lead in the first quarter on four hard goals and adding a buzzer beater at the end to take a 5-2 lead after one. El Cap poured on more goals in the second quarter, holding the Monarchs to just one goal and heading into the half with a comfy 9-3 lead. The Vaqueros reached double digits in the third, though a Monte Vista goal from mid-pool towards the end of the third cut the lead to seven, 13-6. Monte Vista managed to play better defense in the last quarter, but were still only held to just two goals as the Vaqueros played defense just as well and added to their lead and got a well-deserved first league win, 15-8. They move to 7-5 overall while the Monarchs fall to 2-5 and remain winless (0-3) in league play. Next up for the Vaqueros is a trip to Santee to take on the Sultans at 5:30 p.m. The Monarchs will stay home for a non-conference game against Hilltop on Friday at 5:40 p.m. Printer-friendly version
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