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About Teen Mental Health: Q&A with Dr. Raquel Katangian-Ayala

About Teen Mental Health: Q&A with Dr. Raquel Katangian-Ayala

Maryam Shama, Co-Editor-in-Chief | October 12, 2018

Maryam Shama: What is the main cause of mental health issues among teenagers? Dr. Raquel Katangian-Ayala: I would say we see a lot of anxiety and depression. Also identity, so social identity, even...

Quarterback Brandon Yue rushes the ball against the Trojans.

Bulldogs Take Tough Forthcoming Loss against University High

Dylan Gates, Media Director | October 12, 2018

Varsity football (2-5) lost the forthcoming game against University High; after the teams traded the lead multiple times, the Trojans came out on top clinching a 16-28 victory. The Bulldogs will play Northwood...

The green spell lemonade, and graveyard cupcake were a few of the many Halloween treats we tested.

999 Happy Haunts at Disneyland

Ava Caleca, Julia Kim, and Aneska Smith | October 12, 2018

The vibrant streets of Disneyland are decked out with purple banners, cobwebs, shadows and more, as a spooky spell was cast onto both Disneyland and California Adventure park. Starting Sept. 7, Disneyland...

Clubs commissioner Faith Kim and secretary Chris Choung scan a club constitution and decide whether to merge it with another club.

Faith Kim Kicks Club Conflicts to the Curb

Jane Zou, Staff Writer | October 12, 2018

Clubs commissioner and sophomore Faith Kim has the task of sifting through club constitutions and merging clubs in preparation for Club Kick-Off on Oct. 11. The student population grows with each incoming...

Junior Jessalyn Nguyen chants “victory!” while in her stunt. Nguyen is one of the team’s many fliers, and has been a flier for three years

The Ribbons and Bows Behind School Spirit

Julia Kim and Priscilla Baek | October 11, 2018

Adorned in white flower crowns and stage makeup, the school’s biggest spirit leaders: cheer, dances to pop songs and leads chants to the enthusiastic crowd. Behind the energetic football games and pep...

Junior Elias Tchapadarian tries to win a free Forthcoming ticket at the “Out of This World” balloon popping game. As an attempt to gain more student interest, ASB advertised a free Forthcoming ticket to one participant as an incentive, with junior Leonardo Pena winning the free ticket.

Students Get Spirited for Five Days of Forthcoming

Helena Hu and Aneska Smith | October 10, 2018

With all three grade levels, ASB brought an even greater Spirit Week to campus from Oct. 1-4 with lunchtime activities and dress-up days. Students represented this year’s Forthcoming theme, “Lost In…”,...

Driving can be a daunting task, but there are many ways to help you feel confident on test day.

A Student’s Guide to Passing the Driver’s Test

Jordan Lee, Front Page Editor | October 10, 2018

*Read with Discretion. These tips are based upon individual driving experience. They do not guarantee that you will pass the license test. The Portola Pilot does not assume any responsibility for any driving-related...

Testing Life Hacks

October 9, 2018

Defined by a Score: Is there injustice in taking the SAT?

Defined by a Score: Is there injustice in taking the SAT?

Giselle Villegas, Staff Writer | October 4, 2018

As juniors are beginning to take the SAT, it has come to a debate if the SAT and the College Board are fair to college applicants. The SAT cannot be used as an accurate measure of college-readiness because...

Students taking AP Art History will be analyzing famous pieces of art, such as the above image: Raphael’s fresco of the School of Athens.

Drawing the Lines in the History of Art

Simrat Singh and Junhee Ryu | October 3, 2018

Ten students with a fiery passion as well as students from other schools enrolled in AP Art History, a course offered at the Creekside Education Center. The course is part of the blended online high school...

Boys’ water polo captain Belal Ibrahim takes aim at University High’s goal during second half of the game.

Boys’ Water Polo Faces Disappointing Loss

Dylan Vanek, Co-News Editor | October 1, 2018

Boys water polo (1-3) lost 17-2 against University High at the aquatic center on Sep. 25. This was the team’s third loss to the Trojans during its history. “University is a good team; we don’t...

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