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Senior Jadyn Zdanavage Commits to UMich Track and Cross Country Teams

Senior Jadyn Zdanavage Commits to UMich Track and Cross Country Teams

Tara Vatandoust | December 2, 2022

Applying to college can feel like a marathon: the seemingly endless hours of meticulous preparation, the grueling ordeal itself, the giddy rush of adrenaline when it all comes together. Senior Jadyn...

Giselle (Amy Adams) and Malvina (Maya Rudolph) see each other eye to eye as villainess opponents in Disney’s new “Disenchanted” film, the sequel to “Enchanted.”

‘Disenchanted’ Takes a Detour from Being Enchanting

Sidra Asif and Claire Chan | December 1, 2022

Sequels can often be a hit or miss, but can always attract fans that love the original movie. Fifteen years after the movie “Enchanted” came out, Disney released the sequel “Disenchanted” on Nov....

S3 Episode 02: Seasonal Depression: What Does It Look Like and How Can You Cope With It?

S3 Episode 02: Seasonal Depression: What Does It Look Like and How Can You Cope With It?

Celine Lee and Tyler Kim | December 1, 2022

The Portola Pioneer is the official news and culture podcast of the Portola Pilot, aiming to foster a sense of community and provide a unique storytelling medium to its listeners. With the...

England’s cricket team celebrates joyously as they win the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final against Pakistan at Melbourne Stadium on Nov. 17.

England Bats Their Way to ‘Six’ess in the T20 Cricket Final

Maitri Allani and Claire Chan | November 30, 2022

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup held its match finals on Nov. 17 at Melbourne Ground. In their entrance to the T20 finals, England defeated India in the semifinals by a landslide of 10 wickets. “Since...

Mock trial visited Santa Ana's Central Justice Center on Nov. 2, 9, 14 and 16 for the first four rounds of the competition. “With mock trial, you're going to a real courthouse. You're talking to a real judge. It's insane,” senior Amelia Luong said.

Mock Trial Qualifies For Play-offs, Making it to Top 16 in the County

Jana Malek, Staff Writer | November 30, 2022

Mock trial will advance to the county-level playoffs on Nov. 30 for the second year in a row after defeating  Tarbut V'Torah K-12 on Nov. 16 in the fourth round of the "People v. Franks" case. The trial...

The song “Bloodline” by pop singer Ariana Grande was performed by Dance Company members junior Lauren Chiang, Doolaege, junior Katie Lee, sophomore Claire Fleming, junior Holly Zhang and seniors Hannah Mou and Sarah Mou, who danced confidently in this number.

‘Silver Screen’ Dance Concert Rewinds to Past Musicals and Movies

Maitri Allani and Kayleen Kim | November 29, 2022

Junior girls’ basketball player Kira Watanabe aims to shoot for the basket, as the Tillers attempt to block her from making the hoop, while sophomore Nanami Jackson and junior Kalynne Abraham Mendez try to help.

Girls’ Basketball ‘Shoots’ Ahead Against Tustin at the Start of the Winter Season

Maitri Allani and Claire Chan | November 29, 2022

Girl’s basketball started its season strong, winning 81-19 against Tustin High on Nov. 15 in the gym. Their next game is on Dec. 8 against Anaheim in Portola's gym.  “I think going down the stretch...

“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” has grossed global sales of $331 million with the first day of its release, making it the seventh largest blockbuster movie from Marvel Studios, according to CBS News. Its new and unique heroine brings a fresh aspect to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and represents a great victory in the film-making industry for women.

‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ ‘Claws’ Its Way into Viewers’ Hearts

Hannah Ko, Staff Writer | November 22, 2022

Marvel Studios released “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” on Nov. 11, once again using its wide-scale influence to create a masterpiece. The film is unlike many previous Marvel movies as it diverges...

President and junior Injila Adil helps members during a workshop on coding with consideration of syntax. “It's my first year doing this club, and so far I think it's a great experience,” sophomore Shriya Ravipati said. “I don't know coding that well, so the others are helping me learn. I feel like coding is just a good skill to have.”

Girls Who Code Club Get in the ‘Algo-rhythm’ of Inspiring and Teaching

Sidra Asif, Backpage Editor | November 18, 2022

Discussions and instructions of coding principles can be heard among an orchestra of clacking keyboards in room 802. The center of it all? The Girls Who Code club.  The Girls Who Code club is a...

A careless student riding his e-bike streaks past the speed limit. The uncontrollable speed causes him to fall hard on the ground, unmoving.

E-Bikes Race Over the Speed Limit of School Safety

Elise Ngo and Aditi Salunkhe | November 17, 2022

Junior Ethan Chan was riding his bike to school when he heard the dreaded, whirring buzz of an electric bike behind him. The rider swerved around him, startling him so much that he was knocked off his...

Although listening to music while studying is popular among many students, others may be able to achieve success better through natural sounds such as those presented through “white noise.”

Ranking The Best Study Music Genres For Upcoming Finals Season

Arnav Chandan, Sports Editor | November 16, 2022

With finals season just around the corner, students are beginning to resort to all-nighters and weekend-long cram sessions in an attempt to ace their exams (I’m looking at you, juniors). Listening to...

Utility player and sophomore Ryder Tonkovich prepares to score in a league game against Northwood. The majority of varsity players such as goalie and team captain Grant Kramer are seniors, which motivates the team to work harder. “My mindset is that because I’m a senior, it could be any game or any practice could be our last practice,” Kramer said. “Because if you lose, you’re done.” (Photo Courtesy of Grant Kramer)

Boys’ Water Polo Makes Bulldog History as League Champions and CIF Runner-up

Mia Jong and Sonia Wang | November 15, 2022

A barrage of synchronized arms glide through the water as they kick up a wake of bubbles. An arm waits, cocked and loaded, wrestling a player on the right and preparing for the perfect opening. Blur. Splash....

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