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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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Parmin Zamani

Parmin Zamani, Staff Writer

Parmin Zamani is a staff writer for her first year on the Portola Pilot. She is looking forward to working with her fellow Pilot members and exploring what the world of journalism has to offer. When she’s not busy deleting all the Oxford commas from her writing, you can find her cozying up with a book or daydreaming about finally getting her drivers license. She loves to travel to new places, learn about medicine and listen to music of all sorts of genres, except for radio music. Anything but radio music.

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Portola High should bring back the old pep rally schedule to reduce student confusion and maximize efficiency. 48 of 60 students polled on Instagram voted they preferred the old pep rally schedule over the new schedule.

Bring Back Our ‘Pep’ with the Old Pep Rally Schedule

Parmin Zamani and Jordan Hata | September 22, 2023

Opt for ‘Oppenheimer’ over ‘Barbie’

Parmin Zamani, Photo Editor | May 30, 2023
The front of the gallery displayed paintings and sketches from Portola High students. Teachers from each school in Irvine Unified selected a few students’ artwork for awards. “I think its just a huge honor to be able to now say that I have some students whose artwork has been shown in the museum,” visual arts teacher Kearci Thompson said.

Portola High Hosts Inaugural District Honors Art Show

Ruhi Samudra and Parmin Zamani | May 30, 2023
Lauren Van (right) paved the way for her younger sister Hailey Van (left) to start dancing. “When I was younger, I would always watch my sister doing ballet,” Hailey Van said. “My mom said that I was really interested in doing it, so she signed me up, too.”

Dance Duo: Sisters Hailey and Lauren Van Connect through Shared Talent

Maya Tedini and Parmin Zamani | May 22, 2023
Outfielder and sophomore Bianca Morrell hits a triple towards left outfield, allowing her to secure third base. Softball (4-13) won against University High 23-10 on April 27 at the home stadium, officially concluding its season and marking the most wins in program history, according to the PHS Dog Pound Instagram.

Softball Ends Season on a Positive Note with 23-10 Win Against University High

Parmin Zamani | May 8, 2023
Senior Adna Parva worked with her family to create this Haftsin from scratch by obtaining all of the necessary materials. Parva’s family likes to employ a theme for their Haftsin each year, with white and gold being the preferred color scheme this time around, according to Parva.

Nowruz Celebrations Connect Persian Students to Culture in a Historic Year for Iranians

Tara Vatandoust and Parmin Zamani | March 23, 2023
Center midfielder and senior Yasser Mallisho scored two goals on Senior Night. “It was amazing, you know, last league game of my life,” Mallisho said. “High school’s been an amazing time starting since sophomore year in varsity, and it’s been a hell of a ride.”

Boys’ Soccer Wraps up League Season with 3-0 Senior Night win against Sage Hill

Maya Tedini and Parmin Zamani | February 15, 2023
Midfielder and senior Artin Salehi made the second goal for the Bulldogs in their game against Sage Hill High. Jordon said he tried to put senior players on the field as much as possible for their last league game, leading them to push each other harder than they have before.

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Junior Santiago Becerril takes a break from his usual position as goalie and works to finish off the game with his teammates farther down the field. “Everyone here knew what we needed to do, and so, collectively, I think that was the biggest strength of the night,” boys’ soccer coach Benjamin Jordon said.

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Press Pause on the Podcast and Open up an Article Instead

Parmin Zamani, Photo Editor | January 30, 2023
Junior Kevin Huang, junior Stone Evenson, junior Andy Yi and senior Marco Machado play “Viva La Vida” by Coldplay on the side stage to entertain the audience as bands set up.

Student Band +1ZP Wins Annual Battle of the Rock Bands

Parmin Zamani, Photo Editor | December 16, 2022
Oh My Ghods Pottery owner and recurring seller at the market Sarah Ghods describes her small business and draws in shoppers with her display of handmade ceramics.

Small Businesses Exhibit Imaginative Products at the Woodbury Town Center

Maya Tedini and Parmin Zamani | December 7, 2022
Sophomore Brandon Phomsavanh stops at the middle of the Moro Ridge Road trail in Crystal Cove State Park during one of many mountain bike rides with his father, Lee Phomsavanh.

Mountain Biker Brandon Phomsavanh Trails up to New Heights

Maya Tedini and Parmin Zamani | December 7, 2022
S3 Episode 01: Clowns, Ghouls and Killers: A Reflection on the Horror Genre

S3 Episode 01: Clowns, Ghouls and Killers: A Reflection on the Horror Genre

Dheeksha Bhima Reddy, Arnav Chandan, Aditi Salunkhe, Arshia Sista, and Parmin Zamani | October 23, 2022
“Extraordinary Attorney Woo,” Netflixs latest hit from Korea, held the No. 1 spot for six weeks for non-English series, according to Deadline.

K-Drama “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Takes Meaningful Steps Towards Autism Representation in Mainstream Media

Skyller Liu and Parmin Zamani | September 9, 2022
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