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Democratic assemblymember Jose Medina represents California’s 61st Assembly District. He proposed the ethnic studies bill to the California Assembly Education Committee in March 2019. The bill would have made ethnic studies a required course for high school graduation.
The Great Zoom Baking Show
Senior Sonia Goyal’s Art Sticks Out From the Rest
Although traditional Halloween celebrations might not be possible during quarantine, there are still many ways to make Halloween exciting. One way is by dressing up your pet in a unique costume and enjoying the special day with them.
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IUSD will follow procedures for both reopening and closing in case of a COVID-19 outbreak in accordance with the Orange County Department of Education’s guidelines, including the protocol outlined in the above graphic.

First COVID-19 Case Confirmed at Portola High

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Freshman Sidra Asif and senior Isabella Green each smile for their cameras in one of their popular videos on TikTok.

Q&A with Famous Tik Tokers on Campus

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Mental Health, an Underlying Epidemic: What Brings You Hope?

Mental Health, an Underlying Epidemic: What Brings You Hope?

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Among the alumni attending four-year universities this school year are freshman Kiyan Dhanidina (left), freshman Nishad Francis (middle) and sophomore Liz Moerman (right).

Alumni Attend College in the Age of Coronavirus

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Uzi may have meticulously planned the release date of March 6, the 66th day of 2020, to show the numbers “666” to represent his affiliation with satanism.

Lil Uzi Vert Debuts His Three Personas in ‘Eternal Atake’

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Social studies teacher Virginia Nguyen began a book club this summer to facilitate anti-racism work within IUSD. Over 80 educators have participated so far. Nguyen uses “So You Want to Talk About Race” by Ijeoma Oluo to guide discussions on how to destigmatize the topic of race and implement these conversations in various environments.

Staff and Students Bring Discussions on Racial Equality to the Classroom

President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden face off at their first presidential debate on Sept. 29 in Cleveland, Ohio. The debate was criticized by the media and the public for its lack of decency and control between the candidates and the moderator.
With the increased use of social media apps such as Instagram, TikTok and Twitter, cancel culture has grown to take a larger toll on celebrities and influencers than it ever has before.
Over the past few months, protestors toppled numerous Christopher Columbus statues across the nation, according to the BBC. Due to the harm that Columbus inflicted on the Indigenous community, many Americans believed that he is undeserving of commemoration.
With school districts’ increased reliance on remote learning, high-speed internet access at home has become a higher priority for many students. Without a reliable online connection to their classes, students affected by the digital divide have no choice but to be less active participants in their learning.
With one more year as a member of varsity volleyball, senior Kamdyn Tenorio said she hopes to continue penning her own story going forward, despite the challenges presented by COVID-19 this school year.
Kamdyn Tenorio Follows Through as Integral Team Player
October 13, 2020
Quarantine Fitness: A Guide to Staying Active During COVID-19
Quarantine Fitness: A Guide to Staying Active During COVID-19
October 12, 2020
Coach Peter Abe Gets Promoted to Athletics Director
Coach Peter Abe Gets Promoted to Athletics Director
October 2, 2020
Mental Health, an Underlying Epidemic: What Brings You Hope?
Mental Health, an Underlying Epidemic: What Brings You Hope?
October 1, 2020
The Iris Episode 2: The Reign of King COVID the 19th
The Iris Episode 2: The Reign of King COVID the 19th
May 28, 2020
Reviewing the First Round of the NFL Draft
Reviewing the First Round of the NFL Draft
May 7, 2020
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