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Portola Pilot

The student news site of Portola High School

Portola Pilot

The student news site of Portola High School

Portola Pilot

Julia Kim

Julia Kim, Opinion Editor

Julia Kim is your 2019-20 Opinion Editor, continuing her fourth - and last - year on the Pilot! Outside of journalism, you can find her at the dance studio, taking baton lessons at the community park, or at different “yelp-famous” restaurants. She also has an unhealthy obsession with boba, Asian food and desserts, and loves dancing to Shawn Mendes’ songs with her sister.

All content by Julia Kim
Virtual Spirit Week Series

Virtual Spirit Week Series

Julia Kim, Opinion Editor | March 23, 2020
Student ambassadors and junior Rishav Sen and seniors Nishad Francis, Harpreet Saluja, Jamison King, Laurel Feldner and Aidan Hawkins met for the last time before the mock visit that took place on Feb. 11. These students will share what they have learned in their focus groups and answer questions from WASC visiting committee members.

School Community Welcomes WASC

Julia Kim, Opinion Editor | February 24, 2020
The Real ID: What Is It?

The Real ID: What Is It?

Julia Kim, Opinion Editor | February 5, 2020

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief | June 7, 2019
Teenager Testifies to Senate on Vaccine Rights

Teenager Testifies to Senate on Vaccine Rights

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief | March 26, 2019
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
Speaking with School Support Staff

Speaking with School Support Staff

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief | March 14, 2019
Three veterans from Operation Iraqi Freedom and three veterans from the Vietnam War, also the representatives of Veterans from Foreign Wars (VFW), shared their stories on stage during the entire event. After the presentation was over, these six individuals were invited to the black box for lunch with the Wounded Warrior club members.

Veterans Reach the Hearts of Hundreds

Julia Kim, Editor-in-Chief | February 20, 2019
Overused and Offensive: Gender Constructs in Ads

Overused and Offensive: Gender Constructs in Ads

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief | December 19, 2018
Many members of Portola Singers enjoy the opportunity to practice harmonizing with each other, a skill that is crucial when singing in a bigger group.

Caroling Spreads the Holly, Jolly Christmas Spirit

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-In-Chief | December 18, 2018
 Junior Joyee Chen uses the whiteboard to tackle tricky problems by visually interpreting the question.

Finding the Sum of Six Talented Mathletes

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief | December 18, 2018
Checking up with your Counselors

Checking up with your Counselors

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief | November 28, 2018
Sophomore Phoebe Yun practices bouldering, a type of climbing that requires immense physical strength to complete a routine on a boulder close to the ground without any harnesses or ropes

Rock Climbers Ground Up For Competition

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-in-Chief | November 20, 2018
The Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory at Irvine Spectrum boasts Halloween-themed candy apples and marshmallows dipped in chocolate.

Say Hello to Boo-tiful Halloween Treats!

Julia Kim, Co-Editor-In-Chief | October 23, 2018
Important Counseling Dates

Important Counseling Dates

Julia Kim, Staff Writer | September 7, 2018
PE Credit Courses 2018-2019

PE Credit Courses 2018-2019

Julia Kim, A&E Editor and Co-Business Manager | June 7, 2018

Q&A Between Nishad Francis and Kate Hayashi

Julia Kim, A&E Editor & Co-Business Manager | June 7, 2018
Striped in green is where the cemetry would be with a “no vote,” while the yellow striped area will be where the “yes vote” would place the cemetery.

Irvine’s Vote to Dignify the Dead

Julia Kim, A&E Editor and Co-Business Manager | June 6, 2018
Sophomore Gabi Taylor prepares for her leg of the 200 medley relay by waiting on the diving board.

Making History: Swim Waves Hello to the First Year of CIF

Julia Kim, A&E Editor and Co-Business Manager | May 18, 2018
Continuing her teaching in Office Hours, Shelley Godett explains the answers to homework questions with sophomore Joshua Kwon.

Shelley Godett: The Sine of an Amazing Teacher

Julia Kim, A&E Editor and Co-Business Manager | March 16, 2018
Although the University of California schools are public, tuition has steadily increased and may continue at an upward trend if this proposal is to be passed.

The Frenzy Financial Fight To Keep or Raise UC Tuition

Julia Kim, A&E Editor and Co-Business Manager | March 12, 2018
As the season ended Jan. 22, sophomores Jenny Guo and Chloe Ma smile proudly at their accomplishments this season.

Girls’ Wrestling Goes For Gold

Julia Kim, A&E Editor and Co-Business Manager | January 26, 2018
Tips for Finals

Tips for Finals

Julia Kim and Junhee Ryu | January 15, 2018
Add some sparkle to your shelves with this simple two-material decor!

DIY Decorations for December

Julia Kim, A&E Editor and Co-Business Manager | December 18, 2017

An Assignment or Two Never Killed Anyone

Julia Kim, A&E Editor and Co Business Manager | November 22, 2017
Ryan Itchon talks with students Brennan Sasaki, Tyler Sylvester, and Brendan Sung about Naviance.

Get to Know Your Counselors

Julia Kim, A&E Editor and Co Business Manager | November 17, 2017
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