Since I was a wee little circuit board, my creator always told me that I had one purpose: to command the masses with song. However, I was only allowed to sing when bright blazing flames came burning, when...

At Portola High, many teachers and students spend extra hours outside the classroom offering private lessons and sports coaching to help athletes develop skills, confidence and teamwork. Business teacher...

Whether it’s saying hi to a neighbor on your daily walk or house-sitting during their vacation, kindness in neighborhoods builds safer communities for children and is beneficial to the safety of people’s...

Girls basketball (18-10) won senior night 70-29 against Laguna Beach High on Jan. 30. Captain, shooting guard and senior Kara Niho reclaimed the school record for 3-pointers with 11 in a single game, tying...

If you ever end up feeling under the weather this school year, visiting the nurse’s office will put you in good hands. Meet School Nurse Nicole Vicioso, the newest to join Portola High’s support staff.  Vicioso...

The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots are set to meet in Super Bowl LX on Feb. 15, a rematch since their first encounter in Super Bowl XLIX. With both teams evolved, predicting a winner demands...

Girls water polo (10-11) won 11-4 against University High on Jan. 20. Their last game was against University High on Jan. 28 at Northwood High. The game started off with strong defensive efforts from...

Before the school day starts, faint sounds of dribbling basketballs, screeching sneakers and the spirited banter of teachers emanate from the Portola High gym. These are the sounds of the teacher basketball...

After the Golden Globes and Critics’ Choice Awards brought snubs and surprises in the film and TV categories, it is evident that the entertainment awards season is in full swing this year, and now it...