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The student news site of Portola High School

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The student news site of Portola High School

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Maryam Shama, Co Editor-in-Chief

Maryam Shama is your 2018-19 Co-Editor-in-Chief! Having been Opinion Editor in the previous year, she is excited to contribute to the production in a different way and with a new perspective. When not working on the Pilot, Maryam spends her time cheering on the L.A. Kings and Dodgers, playing with her cat Mishmish, spending quality time with her friends, and working towards her goal of becoming a psychologist. She is looking forward to improving the Pilot as best as she can with the wonderful support of her fellow leadership team!

All content by Maryam Shama

Maryam Shama, Co-Editor-in-Chief | June 7, 2019
Adieu to You!

Adieu to You!

Julia Kim and Maryam Shama | June 7, 2019
It is a tradition for many families to decorate their homes for Ramadan. Decorations include lanterns, lights, signs stating “Happy Ramadan,” and much more.

Finishing off the School Year Fasting

Maryam Shama, Editor-In-Chief | May 28, 2019
Junior Aiden Wu sells Coke to fundraise for the eSports club. Students purchased tickets for a dollar each to exchange for food items.

Club-a-Palooza Fundraises a Total of $2,500

Maryam Shama, Editor-In-Chief | May 9, 2019
Liz Moerman sports a shirt from her future alma mater. USC became Moerman’s dream school when her mom, a professor at USC, first introduced her to the campus.

Bulldog Turns Trojan

Maya Sabbaghian and Maryam Shama | May 3, 2019
Sophomore Tiffany Lee dives into the pool to complete her 200-free relay, finishing the event in second place.

Girls’ Swim Dives into First League Season

Maryam Shama, Editor-In-Chief | March 29, 2019
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
Winter Top Dog award recipients lined up after a night of food and speeches in their honor. Athletes include: junior Mohsen Hashemi, junior Anirudh Chaudhary, freshman Ethan Qureshi, junior Alyssa Ing, junior Madelyn Noh, sophomore Kaitlyn Miller and sophomore Adele Yoon.

Winter Athletes Learn What it Takes to be Top Dog

Maryam Shama, Editor-In-Chief | February 13, 2019
After listening to the kind words their colleagues shared about them during the holiday luncheon, teachers Eric Graham and Desmond Stevens are crowned the 2018-19 teachers of the year for demonstrating Portola’s PRIDE values.

PRIDE-ful Teachers Awarded

Maryam Shama, Editor-In-Chief | January 24, 2019
As heavy rain falls outside, Junior Neha Scott pets golden retriever, Adobe, indoors in order to de-stress during finals week.

Students De-Stress with Therapy Dogs

Maryam Shama, Editor-In-Chief | January 23, 2019
Parking Permit Stickers Should be Replaced with Placards

Parking Permit Stickers Should be Replaced with Placards

Maryam Shama, Co-Editor-in-Chief | January 15, 2019
While all her teammates scramble to get open, sophomore Ainsley Seltzer passes to her teammate, junior Saba Tozandehjani while avoiding a block from the opposition, during the third quarter.

Girls’ Water Polo Falls Short at Game of the Week

Maryam Shama, Co-Editor-in-Chief | January 14, 2019
Boys Basketball lifts in the weight room during off season practice. The team worked hard over summer, coming to school early in the morning in anticipation for the season

Boys’ Basketball Hits the Hardwood for Varsity Season

Maryam Shama and Jordan Lee | January 9, 2019
Simon Cabral was an integral member of marching band, playing tambourine since freshman year.

In Loving Memory of Simon Cabral

Julia Kim and Maryam Shama | December 20, 2018
Fall Top Dog award recipients included: Adelynne Wong, Paul Morenkov, Alex Cherry, Adrian Valerin, Kate Hayashi, Jaein Kim and Faith DeNeve. Although she won an award, sophomore Kenzie Edson is not pictured.

Varsity Athletes Belong, Contribute and Thrive at Fall Top Dog Awards

Maryam Shama, Co-Editor-In-Chief | November 15, 2018
Junior Anthony Lu used this skateboard rack as a model for his project and anticipates his creation will look fairly similar.

Anthony Lu’s Eagle Scout Project Will Bring Skateboard Racks to Campus

Maryam Shama, Co-Editor-in-Chief | November 14, 2018
Junior Nicholas Sanchez won scariest costume.

Creeping Down the Runway of Horrors at the Halloween Costume Contest

Maya Sabbaghian and Maryam Shama | November 9, 2018
Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen (a strong pitcher who closes off the game to shut down the opposing team’s batting) watches the ninth inning of game five from the dugout, knowing that the team had lost. Jansen, along with the team, had not performed his best and was pulled out of many games early due to errors made.

Los Angeles Dodgers Lose Back-to-Back World Series

Maryam Shama and Dylan Gates | November 5, 2018
About Teen Mental Health: Q&A with Dr. Raquel Katangian-Ayala

About Teen Mental Health: Q&A with Dr. Raquel Katangian-Ayala

Maryam Shama, Co-Editor-in-Chief | October 12, 2018

Freshman Impressions on Portola

Benjamin Kim and Maryam Shama | September 25, 2018
Sophomore Kamdyn Tenorio spikes the ball at the Trojans during the fourth period of the game.

Girls’ Volleyball Set Back by Unexpected Loss

Maryam Shama, Co-Editor-in-Chief | September 14, 2018
Freshman Mahum Khan flourishes her swing flag to the side before starting her drill during winter guard practice.

Practice Makes Perfect: Color Guard Twirls Its Way to a Close

Maryam Shama and Chloe Ma | May 23, 2018
Many families decorate their homes for the month of Ramadan. The most popular decorations are lanterns, string lights, crescents and countdowns.

No, Not Even Water: Ramadan, A Month of Self-Control

Maryam Shama, Opinion Editor | May 23, 2018
While many other students placed their stickers across the map in across different continents, sophomore Dylan Gates places his sticker in Florida to represent where his family is from.

Hundreds of Cultures, Three Days, One Campus

Maryam Shama, Opinion Editor | May 15, 2018
Club members and sophomores Annika Lai, Miranda Wang and Lauren Hwang scoop out ice cream and churros in return for tickets for Create the Change Club. Hwang founded the club in order to help families in Peru, and plans on using the money earned from Club-a-Palooza to purchase lotions, vitamins and other materials to help the children in need.

A Twist on Fundraising: Students Participate in First Club-a-Palooza

Annie Qiao and Maryam Shama | May 14, 2018
Freshmen Luke Shen and Anthony Mendez practice baserunning prior to a game.

Baseball Bounces Back

Junhee Ryu and Maryam Shama | May 9, 2018
Whats the Best Way to Get Lunch?

What’s the Best Way to Get Lunch?

Helena Hu and Maryam Shama | May 1, 2018
Kaveh Wojtowich returns the ball to the opponents with a spike and scores a point for the team.

JV Boys’ Volleyball Sets its Way to Success at Game of the Month

Maryam Shama, Opinion Editor | April 16, 2018
Athlete of the Month: Justin Pai

Athlete of the Month: Justin Pai

Maryam Shama, Opinion Editor | March 22, 2018
Freshmen Eric Hao, Rachel Abalos and Youssef Yassim depart for Emerald City.

We’re Off to See the Musical, The Wonderful ‘Wizard of Oz’

Maryam Shama and Ki Joon Lee | March 8, 2018
In preparation for football practice, Brittany bandages Russell Sungs ankle to avoid injuries.

Sometimes ‘No Pain’ is a Gain: Tips on how to Avoid Athletic Injuries

Maryam Shama and Nathan Oh | March 5, 2018
Dating Then vs. Now

Dating Then vs. Now

Helena Hu and Maryam Shama | February 13, 2018
Sophomore and center mid Mustafa Hassan works around opposing players to keep the ball in his possession and passes to his teammates.

JV Boys’ Soccer Heads into Holiday Season with a Win

Helena Hu and Maryam Shama | December 22, 2017
Alex Beltran speaks from the heart about her hope for her brothers battle with drug abuse.

Irvine Talks about What it Means to be Human

Maryam Shama and Shawyan Rooein | December 16, 2017
Ian Fujimoto, known to students as Yoshi, was inspired to play music at an early age and has performed it throughout his life.

A Musician to the Audience, an Inspiration to the Students

Maryam Shama, Opinion Editor | November 29, 2017
Sophomore Zaid Khan signals to his teammates as he gains possession of the ball.

JV Boys’ Soccer Shoots Forward into New Season

Helena Hu and Maryam Shama | November 13, 2017
Sophomore Allison Shi returns a hit from her opponent.

JV Girls’ Tennis Wraps Up Season with Loss Against Beckman

Maryam Shama and Shawyan Rooein | October 30, 2017
Niki Szekely and partner Emma Thullen perform a doubles routine.

Sophomore Swims to Junior Olympic Glory

Maryam Shama, Opinion Editor | October 24, 2017
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