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Chocolate Chip Biscotti is the perfect autumn treat and it goes well with almost any drink.

Chocolate Chip Biscotti Recipe

Maya Sabbaghian, Co-Editor-in-Chief | October 23, 2017

The return of crisp autumn air and pumpkin spice everything means that fall is finally here. Enjoy your Starbucks latte with a homemade chocolate chip biscotti. Biscotti is a wonderful holiday treat...

Freshmen Kensay Sato and Damian Vu near the end of the three-mile course.

Cross Country Competes at Orange County Championships

Junhee Ryu, Co-Business Manager | October 20, 2017

Cross Country participated in the Orange County Championships on Oct. 13 at Oak Canyon Park near Irvine Lake with the freshmen and sophomore girls both placing second in their respective divisions and...

Sophomore Shivank Gupta edits a segment of PNN.

Behind the Scenes of the Portola News Network

Junhee Ryu and Simrat Singh | October 19, 2017

With around 800 students watching the Portola News Network, also known as PNN, how do the video production students create a great show? Every Thursday, members of advanced video production stay after...

Donald J. Trump takes the oath of office on Jan. 20, surrounded by family and notable Republican politicians.

Health Care and Travel Bans: Trump’s First Year in Office

Jane Zou, Staff Writer | October 19, 2017

Donald Trump’s policies on healthcare and national security remain controversial a year from the 2016 election. Starting March 20, Republicans began to repeal and replace the Patient Protection and...

Katherine Liang and Victoria Zhao pose with two golfers from El Toro High after the match.

Girls’ Golf Extends its Victory Streak

Chloe Ma, Staff Writer | October 18, 2017

Oct. 4 was the last match of the first season for girls’ golf who finished undefeated 8-0. The girls won the match (197-225) against El Toro High. “I feel like they really came together. A lot...

Players stand on the sidelines of the Legacy Game against Northwood High.

Another Year, Another Legacy Game Victory

John Xie, Staff Writer | October 18, 2017

Football hosted its yearly Legacy Game against Northwood High on Sept. 28. JV and frosh/soph played back-to-back games. Junior varsity won its game 41-8. Frosh/soph lost its game 38-28. “The game...

Kris Linville smiles with Buster the Bulldog in the front office.

The Life of AP Linville

Lauren Kettner, Staff Writer | October 18, 2017

Portola High’s newest Assistant Principal is active and showing his willingness to coexist with the students during the school days. He organizes events and loves being with the students and staff every...

Disney decorates the gates to California Adventure.

Spending Halloween at Disneyland

Ava Caleca, Staff Writer | October 17, 2017

Halloween is one of the best times of year. From the decorations, to the shows, to the food and characters, everything at Disneyland at this time is festive. And a good way to celebrate this spooky holiday...

#12 quarterback and sophomore Brandon Yue makes a pass to one of his teammates while the Saddleback Warriors attempt to stop the Bulldogs.

Bulldogs Slam Saddleback Valley Christian High

Priscilla Baek and Annie Qiao | October 17, 2017

Junior varsity football defeated Saddleback Valley Christian High 42-6 at the annual Forthcoming game on Oct. 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. The stands were packed with students and parents alike. “We treat...

Pehrson relaxes with his family on vacation.

Inside the Life of John Pehrson

Shawyan Rooein, Centerspread Editor | October 16, 2017

To many incoming students, Principal John Pehrson at first was the tall guy. He was the guy who comes over to your lunch table to check if you are going to pick up your trash. But to many, he is more than...

Freshman Ashley Presnell leaps in the air into a perfect split during Hercules' segment in the halftime show.

Students Travel Across the U.S.A. in Forthcoming Halftime Show

Helena Hu | October 13, 2017

Cheers could be heard around the stadium as the second annual Forthcoming halftime show took place on Oct. 7. This year’s theme, “Road-Tripping Across the U.S.A.,” featured the culture of iconic...

Hercules house president Anthony Lu checks the foam glow stick lights before the Forthcoming dance.

Behind the Scenes of Forthcoming Preparation

Priscilla Baek and Annie Qiao | October 13, 2017

Students often do not realize what it takes to prepare for Forthcoming, but ASB worked diligently behind the scenes to create a memorable dance in the Student Union. What really happened during the weeks...

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