In the 1970s , Huntington Beach High School began construction of new facilities for a variety of reasons , the most prevalent being the earthquake on February 9 , 1971 . Some older buildings were demolished and rebuilt because of damage . Huntington Beach High School is known for its bell tower and auditorium . They were originally built in 1903 and were rebuilt in 1926 . In July 2009 , renovations were completed on the 27,000 square-foot , 600 - seat Darrel Stillwagon auditorium and the bell tower . Construction was also completed on the school 's new 9,200-square-foot performing arts classrooms building and courtyard . The project was funded through the HBHSUSD modernization and expansion program
earthquake on February 9 , 1971
1971 San Fernando earthquake
Huntington Beach High School