Teacher: Katie Wi Subject(s): Modern World History and Honors American History What made you decide to accept a job here at Portola? “I accepted a job at Portola because it’s hands down the...

On June 5, voters in Orange County will be able to cast their votes on Measure B, a bill seeking to reconsider the location of the veterans cemetery in Irvine, pushed forth by Irvine residents in response...

Select students of Portola High gathered in the theater on May 24 to receive awards for their excellence throughout the year and their personal drive inside and outside of the classroom. Sophomores...

U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un have agreed to meet in Singapore on June 12, signaling a historic summit and the first meeting between a sitting U.S. president and a North...

Known as America’s first cupcake boutique, Sprinkles’ highly-sought-after cupcakes are all the hype nowadays. However, customers are not as excited when they see the higher-than-average price. Cupcakes...

Pixar Pier will be a land filled with hints from Pixar movies that will replace Paradise Pier in Disney’s California Adventure Park on June 23. This re-imagined land will offer a wide variety of fun...

Famous for his good sense of humor and friendliness, current Northwood High physics teacher John Olivares will be coming to Portola next year to teach both CP Physics in the Universe and AP Physics in...

Matcha takes its origin in Japanese tea culture, but the delicious green powder has recently been integrated into many trending desserts and beverages, creating a media craze for its extraordinary taste...

As it completes its second year, Portola High is leading the pack in pioneering new standards for high school education. From the one-to-one Chromebook system to cross-curricular portfolios, many innovative...