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Senior Mehar Gulati is seen helping in a local food drive as a form of seva. Seva refers to the act of selfless service for altruistic purposes on behalf of the betterment of the community. This is an important practice which many Sikhs, like Gulati.

The Saddening Reality of Sikh Representation

Dheeksha Bhima Reddy and Sidra Asif | March 2, 2022

Dastārs, religious head coverings that symbolize humility, are worn by many practicers of the Sikh faith – the world’s fifth-largest religion with over 25 million followers – and are just one of...

Senior Jun Yu’s favorite piece is a black and white photo of two boys running around Laguna Beach — a shot captured spontaneously. “I do love shooting photos that everyone else also shoots, like famous places or famous buildings,” Yu said. “But that shot was a very quick capture, and it was kind of an unexpected moment. So I think those moments create the best photos all the time.”

Senior Captures World through His Lens

Grace Baek, Asst. Sports Editor | March 1, 2022

A couple hundred snapshots of sunsets and beaches fill senior Jun Yu’s Instagram page, @through_yu; it’s become his habit to travel out to Laguna Beach or the Santa Monica Pier every few weeks. Though...

Girls’ soccer gathers after winning the game as Pacific Coast League champions for the 2022 season. The Bulldogs are the furthest into CIF in Portola High soccer history.

Teamwork Shines as Girls’ Soccer Scores League Champion Title

Elise Ngo, Contributing Writer | February 28, 2022

Girls’ soccer (13-3-6) won 7-0 at its final league game against Beckman High in the home stadium on Feb. 4, securing their title as Pacific Coast League Champions.  The Bulldogs also won 2-1 and...

Despite issues associated with housing and over enrollment, UC Berkeley remains a popular destination for students to receive a quality undergraduate education. UC Berkeley received the fifth-most applications in the nation in 2020, according to the U.S. News and World Report.

UC Berkeley Ordered to Cut New Undergraduate Enrollment by One-Third

Ryan Jung, Managing Editor | February 24, 2022

Applicants to the University of California, Berkeley received an email on Feb. 14 that the university may reduce its new undergraduate enrollment by at least 3,050 students for the 2022-23 academic year,...

AP Studio Art student and senior Summer Sim’s work “Let Boys Be Feminine” boldly states that individuals need not be bound by gender stereotypes. The feminine eye and mouth that define the piece highlight the importance of self-expression in ultimately discovering one’s identity.

All Coming Together: Seniors Tailor College Application Art Portfolios To Convey Powerful Themes

Justin Tang, Back Page Editor | February 23, 2022

Compared to creating a vibrant painting, a detailed sketch or a thought-provoking sculpture, compiling a portfolio of artistic work may seem to involve fewer artistic choices at first glance. However,...

By digitizing its testing format, the SAT finally takes advantage of twenty-first century technology. The paper-and-pencil format contributed to a lot of stress for students, mainly because it was not reflective of what students were used to in regular classes, according to the New York Times.

SAT 2022 Changes Are Great — But They Are Too Late

Aadi Mehta and Martin Yoon | February 22, 2022

In an effort to make the SAT more accessible and relevant to colleges, the College Board digitized the SAT standardized test on Jan. 25, which will take effect in 2023 internationally and 2024 in the United...

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Michelle Kim, Business Manager | February 16, 2022

Students assemble in a line in front of the mini coffee shop. The coffee shop offered many options such as hot chocolate, and the crowd favorite, Affogato, which one of three people at the dance ordered, according to the barista.

Winter Formal Returns ‘A Night Under the Stars’

Dheeksha Bhima Reddy, Centerspread Editor | February 16, 2022

Winter formal on Feb 5. in Hangar 21 marked the first winter dance since the COVID-19 outbreak. Over 500 students danced the night away under the twinkling of the dangling string lights within star-themed...

Americans are expected to spend a total of $6.2 billion on jewelry for Valentine’s Day this year, a significant increase from $4.1 billion in 2021, according to the National Retail Foundation.

Are You Breaking Bank on Valentine’s Day? That’s Heartbreaking

Cara Chan, Assistant Features Editor | February 14, 2022

Store shelves are decked out in pastels of pink, red and white. Stocked to the brim with chocolates, candy, flowers and cards, it is easy to tell that Valentine’s Day is here. Americans spend hundreds...

At the bar set to 6-foot-1, senior Aryan Shrivastava practiced solidifying his movement for a jump event that took place on Jan 29. During the event, Shrivastava jumped a personal record of 6-foot 5 and is expecting to compete again in a dual meet against Woodbridge High and Laguna Hills High on the track on March 1.

Senior Aryan Shrivastava Commits to Jumping New Heights at UChicago

Bia Shok, Co-News Editor | February 14, 2022

Using only his own body, momentum and mind, he launches his body into the air and maneuvers his position above the set bar. Over the past four years, senior Aryan Shrivastava has used his knowledge...

Apart from immersing students in the world of imagination, reading can also prepare students for real-world situations. “You take away certain themes and lessons from books, and even if they’re not kids’ moral books, they help you prepare for certain things in life,” senior Aarushi Shankar said. “I get a lot more lessons from books than I do from other places.”

A Novel Idea: ‘Reading Days’ Could Give Students Chance to Disconnect

Sidra Asif and Justin Tang | February 8, 2022

Schoolwork. Social media. Friends. Family. In the constant and chaotic whirlwind of high school life, it is difficult for students to factor self-care into their schedules. Even the simple act of reading...

Offensive midfielder and freshman Jenna Verplancke takes possession of the ball, blocking a pass from the Trojans. Eventually, Verplancke was able to bring the ball near the goal of the Bulldogs’ side of the field but failed to additionally score during the second half.

Girls’ Soccer Ties While Maintaining First-Place in League

Claudia Lin and Bia Shok | February 7, 2022

Girls’ soccer (6-1-2) tied 1-1 against University High in the stadium on Jan. 21, following a win against Laguna Hills High on Jan. 19. Their next game is scheduled to take place at Great Park Field...

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