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59.8% of people voted for approving Prop. 7, while 40.2% voted against.

Daylight Saving Might Happen Year-Round

William Hsieh, Director of Photography | January 7, 2019

California Proposition 7, the Permanent Daylight Saving Time Measure, was approved with 59.8% of voters in favor on Nov. 6. Prop. 7 will establish year-round daylight saving time starting in March. Some...

In the pitch-black gym, sophomore Ian Aros waits in the spotlight ready to hit the high notes of the national anthem.

White-Out Pep Rally Snows off Winter Athletes

Jane Zou, Staff Writer | December 21, 2018

In contrast to previous pep rallies, the white-out pep rally that took place on Dec. 14 was almost entirely in the dark. Students’ phone flashlights lit up the pitch-black bleachers while a spotlight...

Simon Cabral was an integral member of marching band, playing tambourine since freshman year.

In Loving Memory of Simon Cabral

Julia Kim and Maryam Shama | December 20, 2018

On Dec. 10, a beloved friend and student in the Portola High community, junior Simon Cabral, died due to health complications. Many students and staff have expressed how much they will miss his presence...

Overused and Offensive: Gender Constructs in Ads

Overused and Offensive: Gender Constructs in Ads

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief | December 19, 2018

The season of gift-giving has made its presence with eye-catching advertisements adorned with fluorescent colors, deal-breaking discounts and catchy slogans. However, with the commercial frenzy also comes...

During her time here at Portola High, Kathy Elgohary has become very close with several students and she can regularly be found chatting with students about their days.

A Day in the Life of Kathy Elgohary

Dylan Vanek, Co-News Editor | December 19, 2018

While students sit in class, the silence of the classroom is broken by the clean engine of a familiar golf cart and the muffle of a radio. These sounds belong to Kathy Elgohary, one of the campus control...

Many members of Portola Singers enjoy the opportunity to practice harmonizing with each other, a skill that is crucial when singing in a bigger group.

Caroling Spreads the Holly, Jolly Christmas Spirit

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-In-Chief | December 18, 2018

In a mellifluous harmony of voices rings a familiar rhythm of festivity. As Portola Singers, the highest level of vocal students on campus, prepares for the holiday season, the talented vocalists have...

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