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Portola Pilot

The student news site of Portola High School

Portola Pilot

Junior Zoe Zhang has not only been recognized as a talented painter but also as a potter. She is currently enrolled in both AP Art Portfolio and Ceramics.

Artists Gogh for the Prize

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-In-Chief | March 19, 2019

Requiring every ounce of concentration for each articulate stroke, it is no easy feat to produce a piece demonstrating artistic talent, meaning and enduring relevance. For several students who have qualified...

History teacher Katie Wi competes for the Orion house in a game of Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch. As she was blindfolded, Orion house vice president and sophomore Allyson Tabayoyong gave her instructions on where to go.

Riding into Spring at the Mario Kart Pep Rally

Maya Sabbaghian, Opinion Editor | March 18, 2019

Students filed into the gym as Mario Kart music blasted over speakers for the themed spring pep rally on March 8. The ASB-planned pep rally highlighted spring sports and featured performances from Jazz...

In his free time, Tam constructs his own R/C planes using interchangeable motors, styrofoam wings and circuitry he designed himself.

Junior Justin Tam is Soaring Beyond Expectations

Jane Zou, Staff Writer | March 15, 2019

Hours of jury-rigging planes and practicing maneuvers culminate with shattered pieces, but junior Justin Tam is not deterred. With the patience and expertise developed over the past five years, he is eager...

Speaking with School Support Staff

Speaking with School Support Staff

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief | March 14, 2019

With so much of our school riding on the hard work of our custodians, I sat down and interviewed two of our founding custodians who had been here since the creation of our school: Leo Diego and Adrian...

Buo Luo Bao is a sweet pineapple crusted bun with sweet condensed milk on the inside, and is one of the tastiest sweet asian breads.

Let’s Get This Bread: A Fully-Baked Review of the Best Asian Bakery Items

Jordan Lee and Shawyan Rooein | March 13, 2019

From pork-filled buns to creamy sugar pastries, Asian bakeries deliver a unique flavor to enthusiastic food connoisseurs. However, there are varieties of bakery items to choose from at an asian bakery,...

Bulldog Barks Can Get Too Loud

Bulldog Barks Can Get Too Loud

Giselle Villegas, Staff Writer | March 13, 2019

High school sporting events are times of unity within the student body; nothing can beat a loud crowd after our teams make a stunning play. Although it is acceptable and encouraged for an audience to scream,...

Social Media Inflates Culture of ‘Victimhood Chic’

Social Media Inflates Culture of ‘Victimhood Chic’

Annie Qiao, Features Editor | March 12, 2019

Americans have access to news through plenty of outlets, and social media has emerged to quickly become one the most powerful. By allowing people to quickly access information and opinions online, social...

Staff Editorial: Raise Your Voice for Change

Staff Editorial: Raise Your Voice for Change

March 8, 2019

Not quite children nor adults, high school students are at the midpoint of growing up, trying to change the world as they simultaneously mature. As adolescents, it is easy for teenagers to feel that their...

Carmel deLites are one of the most popular Girl Scout cookie flavors, but there are many other delicious options to choose from.

Scouting for the Best Girl Scout Cookies

Jordan Lee and Shawyan Rooein | March 7, 2019

Girl Scout cookies are some of the most coveted sweets in America, and their vast variety make them delicacies that leave indulgers craving more. Every spring, young scouts around the country sell cookies...

Ancestors and juniors Trisha Andrews, Tabitha Bradley and Danaley Silan end the first act on the second story set.

‘The Addams Family’ is ‘Just Around the Corner’

Maryam Shama, Co-Editor-in-Chief | March 7, 2019

The stage is filled with dancers perfecting each step, singers rehearsing songs, actors reciting lines and musicians melodiously harmonizing in preparation for “The Addams Family” production on Mar....

Every week, students work with Jon Resendez to practice pitching and suggesting solutions to lawmakers. The students met with different IUSD board member to hear the different needs of the district.

Four Juniors Head to Sacramento on Behalf of IUSD

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief | March 6, 2019

After more than six weeks of researching, writing, discussing and planning, juniors Jason Chen, Nishad Francis, Annika Lai and Maya Sabbaghian and will travel to Sacramento on Mar. 5 with one common goal:...

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